Chicago, “Nothin’s Gonna Stop Us Now” from ‘Chicago 18’ (1986): Saturdays in the Park
This ironically named Chicago song is well written, detailed and very descriptive, but it took me a while to understand what the lyrics really meant.
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Al Stewart – ‘Year of the Cat’ (1976): On Second Thought
A striking synthesis of folk, classical, pop and rock, ‘Year of the Cat’ deftly demonstrated Al Stewart’s ability to craft literate songs.
Chicago, “It’s Alright” from ‘Chicago 18’ (1986): Saturdays in the Park
As other members of Chicago stepped back from writing songs, or stepped out on their own for solo careers, Bill Champlin stepped up.
Pop Co-Op – ‘Factory Settings’ (2020)
Pop Co-Op boldly broadcasts their influences, but ‘Factory Settings’ isn’t an exercise in retro-mania. Every song is stamped with the band’s unique imprint.
Chicago, “Over and Over” from ‘Chicago 18’ (1986): Saturdays in the Park
As a child of the ’80s, Chicago’s “Over and Over” still manages to take me back to the hot summer nights of my childhood every time.
Chicago, “Will You Still Love Me?” from ‘Chicago 18’ (1986): Saturdays in the Park
I can trace my love of Chicago back to one moment – 1986’s No. 3 Billboard smash hit “Will You Still Love Me,” a song I call “the switch.”
The Favorite Beatle: Taking an Eternal Question to the Next Level
“Who’s your favorite Beatle?” It’s something I am fond of asking.
Chicago, “If She Would Have Been Faithful” from ‘Chicago 18’ (1986): Saturdays in the Park
Chicago’s “If She Would Have Been Faithful” reached No. 17, but quantity doesn’t mean quality.
Presley’s Beatles, “Can’t Help Falling In Love / Let It Be” (2020): One Track Mind
The debut download single from Presley’s Beatles mashes together a 1961 smash hit from the King with the Liverpool band’s 1970 chart-topper.
Chicago, “Niagara Falls” from ‘Chicago 18’ (1986): Saturdays in the Park
Unfortunately, “Niagara Falls” and the rest of ‘Chicago 18’ represent the band’s most-dated era.
