Chicago, “Prelude to Aire / Aire” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
Chicago always denied being a jazz-fusion band. The opening songs on 1974’s underrated ‘Chicago VII’ say something different.
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Chicago + Al Green, “Tired of Being Alone” (1973): Saturdays in the Park
“Tired of Being Alone” has the greatest lead vocal on any officially released Chicago song – and that’s an insult to no one.
Chicago, “Beyond All Our Sorrows” (1973): Saturdays in the Park
Chicago’s Terry Kath delivers a raw, emotional performance not unlike John Lennon’s brilliant but bleak ‘Plastic Ono Band’ album.
Chicago, “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day” from Chicago VI (1973): Saturdays in the Park
I don’t particularly like 1973’s ‘Chicago VI.’ There, I said it. Still, “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day” makes for an uplifting end.
Chicago, “Rediscovery” from Chicago VI (1973): Saturdays in the Park
Though Robert Lamm’s lyrics are usually straightforward, the quite cryptic “Rediscovery” is one of the coolest songs on 1973’s ‘Chicago VI.’
Chicago, “In Terms of Two” from Chicago VI (1973): Saturdays in the Park
Was “In Terms of Two” from 1973’s ‘Chicago VI’ the beginning of Peter Cetera’s eventual takeover of Chicago?
Chicago, “Hollywood” from Chicago VI (1973): Saturdays in the Park
“Hollywood,” Robert Lamm’s outstanding contribution from 1973’s ‘Chicago VI,’ remains a highlight on a very uneven album.
Chicago, “Something in This City Changes People” from Chicago VI (1973): Saturdays in the Park
Other than the hits, 1973’s ‘Chicago VI’ often feels like bologna: lots of filling but the real meat is questionable at best. This deep cut is an exception.
Chicago, “What’s This World Comin’ To” from Chicago VI (1973): Saturdays in the Park
One of the few social commentary songs on ‘Chicago VI,’ this funk workout was penned by James Pankow.
Chicago, “Jenny” from Chicago VI (1973): Saturdays in the Park
If ‘Chicago VI’ had opened with “Jenny” instead of “Critic’s Choice,” the album might be held in higher regard than it is today.
