Chicago, “The Show Must Go On” from ‘Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park
By the time “The Show Must Go On” finally saw official release, everything had changed – for the song, and for Chicago.
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Chicago, “Get On This” (unreleased, 1994): Saturdays in the Park
“Get On This” was ballsy, adventurous and risky — things Chicago had arguably not been in a long time. So, why’d they leave it on the cutting-room floor?
Chicago, “Cry For the Lost” from “Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park
“Cry For the Lost” leaves listeners wondering why Chicago didn’t lean more heavily on Bill Champlin’s bonafide songwriting chops.
Chicago, “Plaid” from ‘Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park
“Plaid” is one of the Top 3 Bill Champlin Chicago songs, and a perfect reflection of where the band was at the time of its recording.
Chicago, “Here With Me (A Candle For the Dark)” (2008): Saturdays in the Park
“Here With Me (A Candle For the Dark)” wasn’t an every-day ballad, and for that Chicago is to be commended.
Chicago, “The Pull” from ‘Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park
“The Pull” showed a lyrical depth that Chicago hadn’t been explored since the death of Terry Kath. Then it was shelved for 15 years.
Chicago, “Let’s Take a Lifetime” from ‘Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park
This song comes from an album where Chicago was experimenting with different sounds and styles, and “Let’s Take a Lifetime” is no exception.
Chicago, “Mah-Jong” from ‘Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park
Put simply, “Mah-Jong” wouldn’t have worked on anything Chicago put out between 1982’s ’16’ and 1991’s ‘Twenty 1.’ But it fits in perfectly here.
Chicago, “Sleeping in the Middle of the Bed Again” from ‘Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park
No, this isn’t “Saturday in the Park.” Instead, Chicago’s “Sleeping in the Middle of the Bed Again” was a jarringly bold move by an established band.
Chicago, “Bigger Than Elvis” from ‘Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park
“Bigger Than Elvis” is a very nice if not overwhelming piece of work on a set of 12 tunes that proved Chicago was truly inspired once again.
