Can the Flawed ‘Chicago VIII’ Be Saved by Its Deep Cuts?
Released 45 years ago today, ‘Chicago VIII’ found the band at a low creative ebb. But these five lesser-known songs make it worth a return visit.
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Yes, “Soft As a Dove” from ‘Magnification’ (2001): YESterdays
Songs on this album were credited to Yes as a band, but “Soft As a Dove” sounded like another classic joint effort from Jon Anderson and Steve Howe.
Toto, “House of the Rising Sun” from ‘Through the Looking Glass’ (2002): Toto Tuesdays
The b-side to the only single from Toto’s ‘Through the Looking Glass’ seems like an odd choice.
Yes, “We Agree” from ‘Magnification’ (2001): YESterdays
“We Agree” is yet another forgotten Yes track deserving of more notice than it has received.
Jeff Coffey, on ‘Origins,’ Ex-Chicago Bandmates and What’s Next: Something Else! Interview
Don Felder sideman Jeff Coffey stopped by to discuss his new solo project, what it’s been like reconnecting with former Chicago bandmates and his plans for what’s next.
Brownout – ‘Berlin Sessions’ (2020)
Proclaiming Brownout to be a funk powerhouse seems like hyperbole – until you listen to their new album, ‘Berlin Sessions.’
Toto, “Sunshine of Your Love” from ‘Through the Looking Glass’ (2002): Toto Tuesdays
Toto’s Steve Lukather-sung cover of “Sunshine of Your Love” is bold in concept and brilliant in execution.
Bela Fleck, Robin McKelle, Delfeayo Marsalis + Others: Five For the Road
Bela Fleck, Robin McKelle and Delfeayo Marsalis are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
Yes, “Can You Imagine” from ‘Magnification’ (2001): YESterdays
Hard to imagine what Jimmy Page could have added to Yes’ “Can You Imagine.” It works so well in this setting.
Chicago, “Please Hold On” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park
Am I the only one who thinks that the deletion of the first bridge from “Please Hold On” on the reissues of 1984’s ‘Chicago 17’ is criminal!?
