Yeah he is. His work with Chicago is fantastic. The last time I came across an article about Chicago in a musicians magazine, Tris Imboden was signed on to do a reunion tour of some type with them, and he really gave Danny a lot of praise for his drumming. I always get a kick out his parts in "Saturday in the Park".
Actually, back in the 70's and 80's, Danny Seraphine was always considered one of the hottest drummers in the industry. Even Buddy Rich mentioned that he liked his playing. If you haven't already done so, check out his solo work on "Im a Man."
I'm just hoping that all of those who weren't around in this time period, including Jamal, understand that the majority of the songs that Jamal reacts to were on everyday, ordinary radio. These aren't deep cuts, they aren't hidden gems. This WAS radio. This was the quality of pop radio back then. A time where you had to have musical talent, not an image. Yes there were bands with images, but if you didn't have chops, nobody cared about your image. Today, it's reversed, and that's why much of pop radio is just plain bad.
@@jamelakajamal Please check out Emerson, Lake, and Palmer they're amazing! A trio group with some of the most complex music ever~ Here's their song Tarkus live ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-yzpmxHKdu9w.html
@@smawesomeness Jamel, I'll second this motion. ELP was a musical force during the 1970's. I always thought their music had a unique sound. I love their slow, mellow songs: Lucky Man, From The Beginning, Still...You Turn Me On, C'est La Vie.
I hadn't listened to Chicago in a few decades until Jamel started reacting and I completely forgot about this song until I read your comment. I remember loving it...Thanks for the reminder. Great choice!!
Favorite Chicago song of all time!! Cetera's voice was not replaceable. It is sad they became known as a ballad band when they started as a very progressive band. Their first two albums were incredible!
Thank you for reacting to Chicago! I've been a fan almost since their founding. There is a band on RU-vid called Leonid And Friends...they are Russian and do Chicago covers just like the originals! Saw them on US tour last year and they blew the audience away. Highly recommend you check them out!
Soul is colorless! Chicago always sounded soooo good. You had to see them in person. We enjoyed every minute. Later years their concerts combined with Earth Wind and Fire. OMG!!!
And I’d like to change my life and you know I would, Just to be with you tonight baby if I could, But I’ve got my job to do and I do it well, (Change my life) So I guess that’s how it is. Love that song.
Jamel_AKA_Jamal. I need to go to JJA... Jamel Jamal Anonymous! I’ m totally addicted to your channel! You are hitting all the bands that I grew up on and I can’t stop watching! Love it! While you are on the Chicago wagon right now, how about “I’m a man” and “Old days” if you haven’t already done them. Thanks for all the work you put in!
I think their version of "I'm A Man" is one of the best songs of that era. The studio version or the live one, doesn't matter. It was released on their first album under the band name of Chicago Transit Authority. There's an interesting story behind why they had to shorten their name to just Chicago.
The reason they shortened the band name from Chicago Transit Authority was due to there was a public company with the very same name. They demanded(?) that they changed their band name. So just Chicago then. At least that's what i remember reading but it could be wrong. If i'm wrong please let me know.
@@danielolson5378 Yes, Mayor Richard Daley didn't actually threaten to take them to court, but his office did strongly "suggest" they do it. They went along to avoid any bad blood with their hometown officials.
The live version from the german tv show musikladen 1977 is fantastic, bit faster than the album version, and hits the groove . Live shows from the 70's are incredible
One of the many things I love about this group is you get two for one! Up to 3:28, you have one groove. Then the arrangement shifts into overdrive in a whole different groove! Wow!
From the lyrics, to the vocals, keyboards, bass, drums, horns, and Terry Kath’s amazing guitar, this song will wake you up, get you going, and keep you revved all day!
In the documentary Terry’s daughter made, Terry actually started a trio project the day he died and told the producer that none of the guys in Chicago would be on it
I don't know if you ever did a reaction of a group that does cover pieces of other bands. But here is a group from parts of Russia and Europe that do Chicago music almost to perfection. It's Leonid Vorobyev and friends doing Make me smile. The video is cool. And I love Chicago.
I like all their songs but the pre 80s phase or pre David Foster music had way more soul and richness which I prefer. But let's not forget that it is quite unique for a band or an artist to change their sound drastically and then even be considered as someone who is responsible for the specific sound shape of various music eras. That is quite impressive!
Chicago boys home grown, with soul in their soul! And to think they were told horns wouldn’t work in rock and roll music! Solid proof, following your heart is the way!
@Douglas Hirschman: Great song. We've been trying to get Jamel to react to it for awhile now. So far, no joy. Whenever I see someone asking for it I jump in too for support.
The familiarity is likely Peter Cetera's voice. He wound up being a pop artist in the '90s. His songs have been smeared all over the place. Soft rock radio. Elevators. You name it. Walmart. Target. Shit like that.
I’m so glad you did this song. As a child of the mid 70’s I was in and out of the hospital until 6 years old with asthma and as I started getting better I heard this song for the first time “Getting stronger everyday” it felt like my song and words spoken to me. The song still give me chills to this day. Thank you. 😁
@@leticiadelacruz9150 Have you heard Leonid and Friends covering Chicago? Absolutely phenomenal band from Russia! Brace yourself! :ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-xwYV4H9rU6o.html
Just You 'N' Me, Old Days, Happy Man, Buchannon Suite (including Make Me Smile), some great ones! Robert Lamm - Keyboards and vocals Terry Kath - Guitar and vocals Peter Cetera - Bass and vocals Danny Seraphine - Drums Walt Parazaider - Sax, Flute, Clarinet Lee Loughnane - Trumpet James Pankow - Trombone
One of my favorite Chicago's song that was released in 1973, and to show their popularity and talent, CHICAGO has sold over 40 million units in the U.S., with 23 gold, 18 platinum, and 8 multi-platinum albums and last but not least 20 top ten singles on the Billboard hot 100. That's what I call endurance and fan appreciation.
Yes. Of course. They did it first, and a great version it was. And Chicago altered the lyrics, which I didn't like. But Chicago's version is still good. Wouldn't mind seeing Jamel react to a little Traffic, too. Stevie Winwood has been associated with a number of acts over the years.
I've asked before, could you please play, Beginnings, by Chicago Transit Authority. This was the name of the band before they changed it to, Chicago. Thank you.
First rock concert, age 12, Pine Knob Amphitheater Michigan with dad, step mom and sister. I got passed a joint in the line for the can when the dude found out I was from California. This set a tone for all shows to come. Please do (I’ve Been) Searchin’ So Long. It is a great example crescendo. One of my very favorites. Soulful, meaningful and a rocking, effing song.
Hola , Jamel : Ni en pelea de perros , había escuchado antes esta canción. Tampoco me gustó ahora que la conocí. Chicago si tiene otros temas que son extraordinarios , pero éste - para mí - no pasa nada. Igual , gracias por el video , maestro. Gracias por tu canal. Es excelente. Un abrazo. Saludos desde Chile , Sudamérica.
If you listen carefully, from 3:55 the great drummer Danny Serphine starts releasing the hihats and you can hear them sounding clearer and stronger, that makes the change of rhythm great after the drum roll and falls into the crash bell, it's a work of art!
There's something to be said for the amicable breakup where both parties continue to love each other, wish each other well and move on. This song really shines in knitting together the best and worst of times in these situations. I know it has gotten me through some tough times in my life. One of my absolute favorites!
they used to drop a lot of great rock and roll references sometimes they did it on South California purples there's some I am The walrus right in the middle of the whole mix...
You have to know that Peter grew up in The Back of the Yards neighborhood…. Which was a blue collar polish neighborhood in Chicago- most worked in the stock yards in the late 50’s through the early 80’s. On the other side of a street called Ashland lived the blacks and had a great influence on music ( soul ) where Peter grew up. ( south side )!Hence his soulful voice.
@@debbieomi I should have caught them last time around. Had two chances, too. smh But their YT vid catalog has some recent additions! "Vehicle" by Ides of March is one. 👍
Seriously...this could be anyone’s anthem....my go to song.. Aw come on boomers! .... we can get this musically deprived millennial over 500K subscribers! Show the love of our music to him...is the greatest memory trigger ever....
Two great jazzy Chicago hits from that same time period, "Just You 'n' Me" and "Call On Me." Both are among the finest songs of their jazzy mid-70s period.
You realize now that you MUST listen to some Bruce Springsteen, and NOT "Born In The USA" that's been way overplayed. The ONE Springsteen song that will show you his power as a songwriter and a storyteller is "Born To Run," the studio version from 1975. I'm not even a big Springsteen fan, bun "Born To Run" and "Thunder Road" still give me goosebumps after 45 years.
Jamel If you haven't already listened to Chicago Beginnings make sure you do. The almost 8 minute version James Pankow on the Trombone will Blow your Mind! Love what you're doing here keep it up! 👊 👍👍
Just a warning, like many artists - Aerosmith, Heart, Elton John, Yes - there’s an early Chicago and a later Chicago and you’ll be surprised they’re the same band. It’s what fans of their early music would call the sellout phase.
Royce B The difference between Chicago’s Kath period and their post-Kath period is as stark as any band’s transformation. Even Wikipedia highlights their “transition “ and has a section called “1980s: Changing sound”. If you like both, that’s completely fine. But if you’re saying you don’t understand people you didn’t like the metamorphosis, then I think you’re being purposely obstinate.
@@jjmalaprop9968 I get that with Chicago, but you mentioned others about changing their sound in the 80's. All I was saying is that it's okay to like both styles regardless of why a band/singer changed their sound.
