Chicago, the band, Part 2 by Rich Paschall The first time I saw Chicago live was May 13, 1971, at DePaul University Alumni Hall. It was the first big rock concert for me. I was a student at DePaul, and we were excited for the band to return. The Chicago horn section, consisting of James … Continue reading BORN FOR THIS MOMENT| Serendipity – Seeking Intelligent Life on Earth
Chicago, the band, Part One They started out as “The Big Thing” in 1967. The group included saxophonist Walter Parazaider, guitarist Terry Kath, drummer Danny Seraphine, trombonist James Pankow, trumpet player Lee Loughnane, and keyboardist/singer Robert Lamm. Believing they needed a larger bass sound and a tenor voice, they invited local tenor and bassist Peter Cetera to join the group. They called … Continue reading THE BIG THING| Serendipity – Seeking Intelligent Life on Earth
One Hit Wonders, 1965 Edition, by Rich Paschall It is the Diamond Anniversary for some groups that have only managed one hit song. I have for you my Top Ten one-hit wonders of 1965. Some may not li…| Serendipity - Seeking Intelligent Life on Earth
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