Heart of Chicago 1: 1967-1997

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An unusual collection of only 16 songs (14 hits and two new ones) from a group that has written more prom themes than any band in history, The Heart of Chicago showcases the group's ability to sing about love from every phase of their career. (Not sure what else they might've sung about, but their anti- war compositions don't register here). "Baby, What a Big Surprise," "Feelin' Stronger Everyday," and "25 or 6 to 4" are those songs that have never left the radio. The digital remastering might be triumph of sorts; however, the absence of liner notes to accompany them leaves the band's story sadly untold. --Rob O'Connor

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Heart of Chicago 1: 1967-1997

Average customer rating: THIS RED COMPILATION ALBUM IS FROM THE HEART OF CHICAGO. PART 1 OF 2. A GREAT COMPILATION Essential Chicago - For The Non-Fan REMASTER and ADD a Few SONGS The Chicago album I was waiting for.

The Heart of Chicago 1967-1997 Chicago Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Soft Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Classic Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Jazz | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Dynasty | Warner Brothers Records | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Heart of Chicago 1967-1998, Vol. 2 Chicago - Greatest Hits: 1982-1989 Love Songs Chicago IX: Greatest Hits Night and Day: Big-Band ASIN: B000002NEP Release Date: 1997-04-22

Tracks:

1. You're The Inspiration
2. If You Leave Me Now
3. Make Me Smile
4. Hard Habit To Break
5. Saturday In The Park
6. Wishin' You Were Here
7. The Only One
8. Colour My World
9. Look Away
10. Here In My Heart
11. Just You 'N' Me
12. Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?
13. Will You Still Love Me?
14. Beginnings
15. Hard To Say I'm Sorry/Get Away

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An unusual collection of only 16 songs (14 hits and two new ones) from a group that has written more prom themes than any band in history, The Heart of Chicago showcases the group's ability to sing about love from every phase of their career. (Not sure what else they might've sung about, but their anti- war compositions don't register here). "Baby, What a Big Surprise," "Feelin' Stronger Everyday," and "25 or 6 to 4" are those songs that have never left the radio. The digital remastering might be triumph of sorts; however, the absence of liner notes to accompany them leaves the band's story sadly untold. --Rob O'Connor

Customer Reviews:

THIS RED COMPILATION ALBUM IS FROM THE HEART OF CHICAGO. PART 1 OF 2........2007-04-02

I will be writing a review on the legendary "Red" compilation album entitled "THE HEART OF CHICAGO 1967-1997 VOLUME 1" by one of Rock's greatest legendary bands. I give you one of America's pride and joys, CHICAGO. This legendary compilation album was originally released in 1997 on Compact Disc on the Reprise Records label in association with Chicago Records Inc. which is a Time Warner Company. As always, if I hear any new additional information concerning this legendary compilation album or the artist, I will edit this review immediately so that you the consumer will get the best informative and most accurate review possible.

CHICAGO will forever go down in Rock n' Roll history and be remembered for mixing some hard Rock n' Roll with Jazz and for including their own personal horn section in the band. CHICAGO has been entertaining audiences the world over since 1969 despite changing band personnel through the years. CHICAGO was such a talented and versatile band that the band could play Hard Rock or Jazz, then with a snap of the finger, the band would quickly change their music tempo and style into a more beautifully slower and mellower song. When Robert Lamn, Leo Loughnane, James Pankow, Walter Parazaider, the late great Terry Kath, Peter Cetera, Danny Seraphine, Bill Champlin, Jason Scheff, Tris Imbeden and Keith Howland met up and joined forces, CHICAGO was born and would never look back. CHICAGO would release many great albums and hit singles through the years from the period of 1967 to 1997. This legendary "Red " compilation album would be one of the results and one of the many CHICAGO compilation albums that would surface in the 70's and 80's. In My opinion, "THE HEART OF CHICAGO 1967-1997" compilation album is one of the best CHICAGO compilation albums ever assembled. This legendary "Red" compilation album is also a true testament of the sheer genius and musical creativity of eleven extremely talented individuals and a fine fitting tribute to a great band that was truly indeed, ahead of their time.

It is now time to let the Rock n' Roll music of CHICAGO speak for itself and do all of the talking. This legendary "Red" compilation album Volume 1 begins with the slow and beautifully crafted mellow love song "You're The Inspiration," the slow and beautifully orchestrated acoustic song "If You Leave Me Now," the fast vintage CHICAGO mellow Rocker "Make Me Smile," the slow and beautifully written CHICAGO love song "Hard Habit To Break," the vintage CHICAGO trademark mild Rocker "Saturday In The Park," one of the most beautiful and well organised slow acoustic songs ever, "Wishin' You Were Here," the beautifully slow soothing mellow Rocker that was produced by LENNY KRAVITZ, "The Only One," the slow and smooth piano number "Colour My World," the slow and beautifully synthesized Rocker "Look Away," the beautifully slow and uplifting song "Here In My Heart," the forever vintage CHICAGO trademark beautifully slow mild song "Just You 'N' Me," the incredible vintage CHICAGO trademark song with the intro and the horn section in full force, "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?," the beautifully slow synthesized mild Rocker "Will You Still Love Me?," one of my most favorite CHICAGO songs of all-time, the forever vintage CHICAGO trademark acoustic Rocker "Beginnings" and one of the most beautiful slow turned fast blazing horn section CHICAGO Rocker with the original Rockin' ending in its original form and the way it was truly intended to sound, "Hard To Say I'm Sorry / Get Away." I would like to make a honorable mention of two songs that did not make the final cut on either Volume I or Volume II compilation albums but should have been included. They are the songs entitled "Lowdown" and "Alive Again." END OF THE "RED" COMPILATION ALBUM VOLUME ONE.

Overall, this is one hell of a "Red" legendary Compilation album Volume I worth seeking further into and checking out especially if you are a diehard CHICAGO fan or a devout music collector. As for all of the curious newcomers and new beginners to the sound and music of CHICAGO, I would definitely purchase this "Red" compilation album Volume I and the "Blue" compilation album Volume II. However, you might want to research further into the past CHICAGO greatest hits compilation albums before you purchase the right compilation album that is right for you. Either way you choose, I promise you that you will not regret it nor will you ever be sorry that you bought them.

I would like to highly recommend purchasing this legendary "Red" compilation album to own as a valuable and important part of his or her own personal music collection. This legendary compilation album has definitely already proven to stand the test of time and will always be around to be enjoyed, appreciated and cherished for many years to come, NOW AND FOREVER. This is one great CHICAGO compilation album that no music fan or devout music collector would want to be without.

In closing, CHICAGO has continued to release great albums and perform before sold-out audiences the world over for many years which has lasted to this very day. With that in mind, the band would enjoy all of the fruits that the good life had to offer from the 70's onward. However, the band's fame and success through the 70's would come at a high price with the band's worst tragedy. CHICAGO guitarist Terry Kath would pass away on 23 January 1978 as a result of an accidental gunshot wound to the head. CHICAGO would still persevere and move forward. CHICAGO is a great legendary band that has already forever left their mark in Rock n' Roll history and will never be forgotten. So here's to you Robert, Lee, James, Walter, the late great Terry, Peter, Danny, Bill, Jason, Tris and Keith. TERRY KATH LIVES. And as the saying goes, "AND THE REST IS ROCK N ROLL HISTORY," need I say more? Thanks for reading my review and I hope that you have enjoyed reading it as much as I have enjoyed writing it for your reading pleasure. I also hope that all of you will read all of my other reviews in the near future when time permits. CHICAGO RULES. R.I.P TERRY KATH, Born 31 January 1946, Died 23 January 1978 at age 32. Long Live Rock n' Roll. Rock out always and take it easy. Forever In Rock, John L.

A GREAT COMPILATION.......2007-01-10

I am a really fan of the 60's and 70's music, and I think Chicago is one of the most representative groups of the two decades; this disc and its sister volume two had together the best songs ever recorded of this men who created excellent rock and beautiful ballads and this music will live forever not only for my generation, beacause the young people today are listening and enjoyed thia music. CHICAGO 4EVER!!!

Essential Chicago - For The Non-Fan.......2006-06-23

This is an outstanding, excellent compilation - perfect for those non-Chicago fans in your life (like my wife). Some people, amazingly, claim they "don't like" Chicago. Usually they are pop-schmaltz people that don't like the horns of the early albums. Buy this one and watch them suddenly "like" Chicago, as they uncontrollably begin singing along! As a mega-Chicago fan, I for one am thankful that they started doing "schmaltz", as it gave us the musical variety to connect with almost anybody (you can even burn an entire CD of Chicago music that classical-only people would enjoy!).

But I cannot give this 5 stars, because it is true that there are too many Chicago compilations. I do love the bonus tracks. In my opinion, the present line-up of Chicago (with Keith Howland) is the best ever. Maybe in some other review I'll explain why.

Yes, yes - BUY THIS CD!

REMASTER and ADD a Few SONGS.......2004-05-20

This album and VOL.-2 are far greater than the new 2-disc "BEST OF" hits CD's. WHY? Because of the 4 new songs added on these ( RED and BLUE ) hit's album's. All of which I beleieve is some of there greatest work---as alway's. Chicago's new BEST OF lacks in these 4 new songs and also contains to many Lesser hit songs that mess-up the sound of the album ( from start to finish ). My suggestion would to REMASTER these great hit's and add ONE CLASSIC HIT TO EACH. Being:"Questions 67 and 68, and Along comes a woman". Both of these are missed and are BIG HITS. There is plenty of room on each CD for one song each, thus makeing this even better for the fans. I know I would buy it and the other fans as-well. What works about this album is the arrangement of the different era's hit songs ( there mixed up-not in order). This allows you to guess , when listening to the 2-albums about "WHAT's NEXT". A real blessing in that you feel like your listening to a EASY LISTENING RADIO STATION. SO LISTEN-UP--------and------ADD the 2 bonus song's and REMASTER what is still the best CHICAGO'S hits CD'S.

The Chicago album I was waiting for........2003-12-12

It's true that there are a few songs I would have liked that didn't make it to this compilation, but I never bought the other compilation albums they put out.
This album has a great mix of songs that only showcase a tenth of what this band and its members have done in their long careers.
The re-mastering is excellent, and that is one of the greatest gifts a music lover gets when buying a CD these days.

Average customer rating: Fabulous for any Broadway-lover Top Shelf TERRIFIC CD'S Great Collection of Broadways greatest Songs Great Compilation!

Broadway - The American Musical (PBS Series) Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ballets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Bernstein | Bernstein, Leonard | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Gershwin | Gershwin, George | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Porter | Porter, Cole | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Weill | Weill, Kurt | ( W ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Mancini | Mancini, Henry | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music English | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music German | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Musicals | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music General | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Musicals | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Best of Broadway - The American Musical (PBS Series) Broadway: The American Musical Broadway: The American Musical Broadway - The American Musical (PBS Series) Somewhere over the Rainbow: The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals ASIN: B00064ADMK Release Date: 2004-10-19

Tracks:

1. Give My Regards To Broadway- Joel Grey
2. Swanee- Al Jolson
3. When The Moon Shines On The Moonshine- Bert Williams
4. A Pretty Girl Is Like A Melody- John Steel
5. My Man- Fanny Brice
6. Fascinating Rhythm- Fred Astaire, Adele Astaire
7. If You Knew Susie (Like I Know Susie)- 78rpm Version Eddie Cantor
8. Someone To Watch Over Me- Gertrude Lawrence
9. Bill- 78 rpm Version Helen Morgan
10. Ol' Man River- Paul Robeson
11. Ain't Misbehavin'- Louis Armstrong & His Orchestra
12. Ten Cents A Dance- Ruth Etting
13. Body And Soul- Libby Holman
14. Brother, Can You Spare A Dime- Bing Crosby
15. Night And Day- Fred Astaire
16. Heat Wave- Ethel Waters
17. Smoke Gets in Your Eyes- Tamara
18. You're The Top- Ethel Merman
19. Summertime- Anne Brown
20. September Song- Walter Huston
21. My Heart Belongs To Daddy- Mary Martin
22. It Never Entered My Mind- Shirley Ross
23. Bewitched, Bothered, Bewildered- Vivienne Segal
24. Oh, How I Hate To Get Up In The Morning- Irving Berlin
25. Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'- Alfred Drake

Tracks:

1. New York, New York- Cris Alexander,Adolph Green,John Reardon
2. If I Loved You- John Raitt,Jan Clayton
3. Come Rain Or Come Shine- Ruby Hill,Harold Nicholas
4. There's No Business Like Show Business- Ensemble
5. How Are Things In Glocca Morra? From "Finian's Rainbow"- Ella Logan
6. Once In Love With Amy- Ray Bolger
7. Wunderbar- Alfred Drake,Patricia Morison
8. Some Enchanted Evening- Ezio Pinza
9. Lost In The Stars- Todd Duncan
10. Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend- Carol Channing
11. Luck Be A Lady- Robert Alda,Guys
12. Getting To Know You- Gertrude Lawrence
13. Who Cares?- Jack Carson,Betty Oakes
14. Stranger In Paradise- from " Kismet" Doretta Morrow,Richard Kiley
15. Ballad Of Mack The Knife- Gerald Price
16. Hey There- from "The Pajama Game" John Raitt
17. Whatever Lola Wants- Gwen Verdon
18. I Could Have Danced All Night- Julie Andrews
19. Standing On The Corner- from "The Most Happy Fella, 1956" Shorty Long,John Henson,Alan Gilbert
20. The Party's Over- Judy Holliday
21. Glitter And Be Gay- Barbara Cook
22. Tonight- Larry Kert, Carol Lawrence

Tracks:

1. Seventy-Six Trombones- Robert Preston
2. I Enjoy Being A Girl- from "Flower Drum Song, 1958" Pat Suzuki
3. Everything's Coming Up Roses- Ethel Merman
4. My Favorite Things- from "The Sound Of Music" Mary Martin
5. Put On A Happy Face- from "Bye Bye Birdie" Dick Van Dyke
6. Try To Remember- Jerry Orbach
7. Camelot- from "Camelot" Richard Burton
8. Love Makes The World Go 'Round- Anna Maria Alberghetti
9. I Believe In You- Robert Morse And Co.
10. The Sweetest Sounds- Diahann Carroll,Richard Kiley
11. Comedy Tonight- Zero Mostel
12. What Kind Of Fool Am I?- Anthony Newley
13. As Long As He Needs Me- Georgia Brown
14. Hello, Dolly!- Carol Channing,Cast
15. People- Barbra Streisand
16. Anyone Can Whistle- from "Anyone Can Whistle" Lee Remick
17. If I Were A Rich Man- Zero Mostel
18. Night Song- Sammy Davis, Jr.
19. The Impossible Dream- Richard Kiley
20. If My Friends Could See Me Now- Gwen Verdon
21. Open a New Window- from Mame Voice

Tracks:

1. Willkommen- from "Cabaret" Joel Grey
2. Let The Sunshine In- James Rado,Lynn Kellogg,Melba Moore,Cast
3. I'll Never Fall In Love Again- Jill O'Hara,Jerry Orbach
4. The Ladies Who Lunch- from "Company" Elaine Stritch
5. Tea For Two- Roger Rathburn,Susan Watson
6. I'm Still Here- Yvonne De Carlo
7. I Don't Know How To Love Him- Yvonne Elliman
8. We Go Together- Adrienne Barbeau,Barry Bostwick,Walter Bobbie,Cast
9. Corner Of The Sky- John Rubinstein
10. Send In The Clowns- Glynis Johns
11. Ease On Down The Road- Stephanie Mills,Tiger Haynes,Ted Ross,Hinton
12. One- from "A Chorus Line" Cast
13. All That Jazz- Chita Rivera,Ensemble
14. Tomorrow- Andrea Mcardle
15. Don't Cry For Me Argentina- Patti Lupone
16. Come Follow The Band
17. Lullaby Of Broadway- Jerry Orbach
18. And I'm Telling You I'm Not Going- Jennifer Holliday
19. The Bells Of St. Sebastian- Raul Julia

Tracks:

1. Memory- Betty Buckley
2. I Am What I Am- George Hearn
3. Move On- Bernadette Peters,Mandy Patinkin
4. Do You Hear The People Sing?- Michael Maguire,Cast
5. The Music Of The Night- Michael Crawford
6. You're Nothing Without Me- James Naughton,Gregg Edelman
7. The American Dream- Jonathan Pryce,Cast
8. Doctor Jazz- Gregory Hines,Company
9. With One Look- Glenn Close
10. On Broadway- Adrian Bailey,Frederick B. Owens,Ken Ard,Victor Trent Cook
11. Le Jazz Hot- Julie Andrews,Ensemble
12. Seasons Of Love-
13. Hakuna Matata- Max Casella,Tom Alan Robbins,Scott Irby-Ranniar,Jason Raize
14. I Wanna Be A Producer- Matthew Broderick,Ensemble
15. Dancing Queen- Louise Plowright,Jenny Galloway
16. Good Morning Baltimore- Marissa Jaret Winokur
17. Movin' Out- Michael Cavanaugh,Band
18. I Go To Rio- Hugh Jackman,Company
19. Defying Gravity- Kristin Chenoweth,Idina Menzel

Customer Reviews:

Fabulous for any Broadway-lover.......2007-01-30

Packs into 5 CD's a sampling of Broadway tunes from the 20's thru (almost) today, mostly from original cast recordings. Includes not just well-known hits, but also some lesser-known gems. Sound quality is first rate, booklet is informative too. Have given this as a gift to several friends with rave reviews.

Top Shelf.......2007-01-04

This is THE definitive collection of Broadway hits. I have other collections, and none of them measure up. A great deal of care was obviously taken in compiling and presenting this box set. It covers a lot of ground, starting with some long-forgotten but still very enjoyable hits from the days of yore, and finishing with present-day favorites. To the best of my knowledge, the recordings are by those who made them famous. You won't be disappointed.

TERRIFIC CD'S.......2006-03-23

THESE BROADWAY MUSICALS CD'S ARE A BROADWAY LOVERS DREAM. WITH EACH SONG, MEMORIES COME FLOODING BACK. BOTH THE FAMILIAR AND THE FORGOTTEN SONGS ARE A TRUE LISTENING PLEASURE. IF YOU LIKE BROADWAY, YOU'LL LOVE THIS SET.

Great Collection of Broadways greatest Songs .......2005-06-14

This Collection was perfectly made it has almost all the most famous Broadway songs on this 5 cd set. The Music is great and has Broadways greatest treasures like "Memory""People""With One Look""Give my regards Too Broadway" just to name a few of this numerous cd set with over 100 songs. This is a great buy if you like musicals or The music of Broadway

Great Compilation!.......2005-01-17

If you are a fan of the Broadway Musicals, this is a collection that you should purchase. Since I got the 5 disc set I've enjoyed listening to it. The majority of the songs are done by the original singers. The collection is priceless considering that you will have over 100 songs from popular musicals since the beginning of Broadway

Average customer rating: THE PERFECT COMPLEMENT OF VOLUME 1 THE BLUE VOLUME II COMPILATION ALBUM IS ALSO FROM THE HEART OF CHICAGO. PART 2 OF 2. The Heart of Chicago volume II Back for seconds! A Better Picture

The Heart of Chicago 1967-1998, Vol. 2 Chicago Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Soft Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Dynasty | Warner Brothers Records | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Heart of Chicago 1967-1997 Love Songs Chicago Twenty 1 Chicago 18 Night and Day: Big-Band ASIN: B0000062VX Release Date: 1998-05-12

Tracks:

1. Dialogue (Part 1 & 2)
2. Old Days
3. All Roads Lead To You
4. Love Me Tomorrow
5. Baby, What A Big Surprise
6. You're Not Alone
7. What Kind Of Man Would I Be
8. No Tell Lover
9. Show Me A Sign
10. (I've Been) Searchin' So Long
11. Call On Me
12. I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love
13. Feelin' Stronger Everyday
14. Stay The Night
15. I'm A Man
16. 25 Or 6 To 4

Customer Reviews:

THE PERFECT COMPLEMENT OF VOLUME 1.......2007-05-07

This disc, like its sister volume 1, is the perfect way to introduce Chicago to the people who need to know that incredible group; excellent songs like NO TELL LOVER (pecious ballad), I DON'T WANNA LIVE WITHOUT YOUR LOVE (powerful number), classics like LOVE ME TOMORROW, 25 OR 6 TO 4, BABY WHAT A BIG SURPRISE, including some of their 70's material like DIALOGUE, OLD DAYS and FEELIN'STRONGER EVERY DAY, some of their 80's songs like YOU'RE NOT ALONE and WHAT KIND OF MAN I WOULD BE; there are two new unreleased songs like SHOW ME A SIGN and ALL ROADS LEAD TO YOU... By the way, if you have the volume 1 and this volume 2, YOU HAVE ONLY THE BEST OF THIS INCREDIBLE GROUP!!

THE BLUE VOLUME II COMPILATION ALBUM IS ALSO FROM THE HEART OF CHICAGO. PART 2 OF 2........2007-04-08

I will be writing a review on the legendary "Blue" compilation album entitled "THE HEART OF CHICAGO 1967-1998 VOLUME 2" by one of Rock's greatest legendary bands. I give you one of America's pride and joy's, C-H-I-C-A-G-O. This legendary "Blue" compilation was originally released in 1998 on Compact Disc on the Reprise Records label in association Chicago Records Inc. which is a Time Warner Company. As always, if I hear any new additional information concerning this legendary "Blue" compilation album or the artist, I will edit this review immediately so that you the consumer will get the best informative and most accurate review possible.

"THE HEART OF CHICAGO 1967-1998 Volume 2" "Blue" compilation album is the continuation of the original Volume 1 "Red" compilation album which bears the same "HEART OF CHICAGO" name. For me personally, it has been a real honor watching CHICAGO grow, mature and improve their musical abilities through the years. CHICAGO has recorded and released so many great albums along with so many fantastic hit songs that it was only natural that another volume would be released a year later after the first volume. In my opinion, it would have been better to release this whole Volume 1 & 2 compilation album series into a 2-CD set. Despite my opinion, Volume 2 really kicks and takes right where Volume 1 left off. It is also my opinion that Volume 2 is without a doubt, a true testament of the creative brilliance and musical genius of CHICAGO and a fine fitting tribute to a legendary band that was truly indeed, far ahead of their time.

It is now time to let the Rock n' Roll music of CHICAGO speak for itself and do all of the talking. This legendary "Blue" compilation album Volume 2 begins with the powerful and fast trademark CHICAGO Rocker "Dialogue (Part 1 & 2)," the beautiful CHICAGO Rocker with a lot of energy, "Old Days," the slow and beautifully synthesized "All Roads Lead To You," the slow and soothing orchestrated "Love Me Tomorrow," the beautiful acoustic and orchestrated Peter Cetera composition "Baby, What A Big Surprise," the all out synthesized song "You're Not Alone," the slow and beautifully crafted CHICAGO trademark song "What Kind Of Man Would I Be," one of the most beautiful slow love songs ever written, "No Tell Lover," the soulful song with a good sound and beat, "Show Me A Sign," the forever CHICAGO trademark slow mellow orchestrated Rocker "(I've Been) Searchin' So Long," the breathtaking mellow Rocker "Call On Me," the beautiful synthesized mellow Rocker "I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love," the slow and beautiful CHICAGO mellow Rocker "Feelin' Stronger Everyday," the CHICAGO Rocker with a kick "Stay The Night," the vintage CHICAGO a*s kicking Rockin' rendition of the SPENCER DAVIS GROUP classic "I'm A Man" and the CHICAGO orchestrated Rocker that kicks a*s, "25 Or 6 To 4." As I also stressed on the Volume 1 review, I would like to make a honorable mention of two songs that did not make the final cut on either Volume I or Volume II compilation albums but should have been included. They are the songs entitled "Lowdown" and "Alive Again." END OF THE "BLUE" COMPILATION ALBUM VOLUME TWO.

Overall, this is one hell of a "Blue" legendary compilation album Volume II worth seeking further into and checking out especially if you are a diehard CHICAGO fan or a devout music collector. As for all of the curious newcomers and new beginners to the sound and music of CHICAGO, I would definitely purchase this "Blue" compilation album Volume II along with the "Red" Volume I album. However, you might want to research further into the past CHICAGO greatest hits compilation albums before you purchase the right compilation album that is right for you. Either way you choose, I promise you that you will not regret it nor will you ever be sorry that you bought them.

I would like to highly recommend purchasing this legendary "Blue" compilation album to own as a valuable and important part of his or her own personal music collection. This legendary album has definitely already proven to stand the test of time and will always be around to be enjoyed, appreciated and cherished for many years to come, NOW AND FOREVER. This is one great CHICAGO compilation album that no music fan or devout music collector would want to be without.

In closing, CHICAGO has persevered and gotten better with age as the years have gone by. I really truly hope that CHICAGO will continue for many more years to come and I truly wish them many more years of success. So here's to you Robert, Lee, James, Walter, the late great Terry, Peter, Danny, Bill, Jason, Tris and Keith. TERRY KATH LIVES. And as the saying goes, "AND THE REST IS ROCK N' ROLL HISTORY," am I wrong? Thanks for reading my review and I hope that you have enjoyed reading it as much as I have enjoyed writing it for your reading pleasure. I also hope that all of you will read all of my other reviews in the near future when time permits. CHICAGO RULES. R.I.P TERRY KATH, Born 31 January 1946, Died 23 January 1978 at age 32. Long Live Rock n' Roll. Rock out always and take it easy. Forever In Rock, John L.

The Heart of Chicago volume II.......2005-08-20

About 8 years ago while I was at work I heard two songs on the redio "All Roads lead to you" and "25 or 6 to 4". I thought those were the coolest songs ever.
So I went home that night and asked my dad what band did the song "25 or 6 to 4". He told me a story about how Chicago was his favorite band growing up and how he was in horn band playing Chicago songs in the early 1970s.
So I went out and bought "IX" and "Heart of Chicago volume II"
I thougt "Dialoque (pt 1 @ 2)", "All Roads Lead To You" , "Call on Me" , "Feelin Stronger Every Day" , "I am a Man" and, "25 or 6 to 4" are the best tracks.
I am really not a fan of 80s chicago at all. If your just looking for a greatest hits Chicago album this is not the one to buy. If your a fan and you want the two new songs "All Roads Lead to You" , and "Show Me a Sign" buy it. Look for used copy first.
I am 28 I do not remember Chicago ever being popular. I am Punk Rocker who owns all the Chicago albums.

Back for seconds!.......2004-05-21

We all know about the controversy behind those notorious "greatest hits" albums. Most of them leave off two or more of your favorite hits by that artist, and others don't include any new tracks so we can see if the artist still has it, but we can't help to buy these albums because of what they DO have. It's the rare greats that don't leave off any of the classics that you can't live without, and what's even more rare are the artists who have so many songs you like that one disc of hits isn't enough. And for that second compilation to be as chock full of hits and to be as great as the first is almost unheard of.

But this CD, The Heart of Chicago Vol. II, is living proof that some artists can go beyond the norm. Chicago has been making great music since 1967 and they've had more success than most artists could ever dream of, but somehow they remain very underrated. Why are they not in the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame yet!?? The first Heart of Chicago CD featured the best known tracks from Chicago's history, but there wasn't enough room for many of the band's best.

Heart of Chicago Vol. II has most of the lesser known hits that you seldom, if ever hear on the radio. As you listen through them, you'll scratch your head and wonder why the DJs never play most of these songs anymore. I'm only 23, so it may not be a surprise that I can't recall ever hearing the catchy "Stay The Night" on the radio (but I've learned to love it!); listening to "What Kind Of Man Would I Be?" (my favorite!) makes me feel old, on the other hand, because I remember when it was new, but I don't think I've heard it played this millennium on the airwaves. "Old Days" is full of nostalgic lyrics that could be a representation of what many fans of 'old' music think. Take us back to the old days when most of the new music was worth hearing more than once!

Myself, I'm usually not a big fan of artists including many new songs on compilations, but Chicago's are pretty good, especially "All Roads Lead To You". I bet it could have been a top 40 hit had it been released. I thought that Heart of Chicago Vol. 1 would've been plenty of Chicago for me, even though this one had "Baby What A Big Surprise", "Old Days", and even the overlooked "You're Not Alone". But then I listened to a clip of some of the others, like "Stay The Night" and "What Kind Of Man Would I Be?" and decided that I wanted to add it to my collection. Whether you're a seasoned veteran of Chicago's music or a clueless newcomer who wants to sample their music, I fully recommend adding both volumes of The Heart of Chicago to your library.

A Better Picture.......2002-03-26

This collection gives a better picture of the band than the first volume. All but four of the tunes were written by band members. The four songs at the end of the CD can get one really pumped up listening to them in that order. One of those is a cover of Spencer Davis Group's "I'm a Man" which was on the band's first album. The song is a good showcase of Chicago's early talent. "Stay the Night" is one of the best tunes of the ballad-layden post Terry Kath era.

The CD begins with two of Chicago's best, but lesser known songs. "Dialogue" seems to have just as much meaning now, after the Lewinsky scandal and 9-11, as it did when it was first released. "Old Days" is a good follow-up no matter what generation you belong to.

The tunes sandwiched in between are some of the better but lesser known ballads. "What Kind of Man Would I Be?" is one of the few Chicago hits that truly showcases the talent of Jason Scheff, the underated Peter Cetera replacement, both as a singer and a songwriter. One of the new songs "Show Me a Sign" is proof that the band members can still write good music.

The CD also contains classics like "Love Me Tommorrow", "Baby What a Big Suprise" and "(I've Been) Searchin' So Long." I recommened this purchase if you don't have any Chicago records in your collection. Chicago fans should enjoy this one as well.

Average customer rating: "I Need You to Survive" is brilliant! The best! Unbelievable! An amazing display of children's voices Amazing Choir....Amazing Music!

Open Up Your Heart Chicago Children's Choir Manufacturer: Chicago Children's Choir ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Children's Music | Styles | Music Similar Items: Sita Ram ASIN: B0007AD212 Release Date: 2006-02-21

Tracks:

1. Vela Vela
2. I Need You to Survive
3. Prelude
4. Hauman's Heart
5. Pasture
6. Tatkovina
7. Ke Nale Monna
8. Svadba
9. Iindonga Za Jericho
10. Toyi Toyi
11. Shosholoza
12. Bridge Over Troubled Water

Product Description

Open Up Your Heart is a masterpiece of true World Music as performed by the world-reknowned Chicago Children's Choir, conducted by Josephine Lee. Grammy Award nominated composer Jai Uttal's "Hanuman's Heart" is included, in addition to works from South Africa, Bulgaria and Macedonia. Mix all of that with a little American Classical, Pop and Gospel and you have music that creates bridges, unites hearts & cultures and brings peace throughout. Guest artists appearing on "Open Up Your Heart" include world famous violinist Rachel Barton Pine and Cellist Alban Gerhardt Song List includes * Vela Vela * I Need You To Survive * Prelude * Hanuman's Heart * The Pasture * Tatkovina * Ke Nale Monna * Svadba * Iindonga Za Jericho * Toyi Toyi * Shosholoza * Bridge Over Troubled Water "Open Up Your Heart" was made possible by a generous donation from Bank One JP Morgan Chase. 100% of the profit on this CD will benefit the Chicago Children's Choir, a not-for-profit multiracial, mutlicultural choral musical education organization shaping the future by making a difference in the lives of children and youth through musical excellence.

Customer Reviews:

"I Need You to Survive" is brilliant!.......2006-08-17

I am the Artistic Advisor and one of the Founding Directors, and current music directors of the Colorado Springs Children's Chorale. I have had the opportunity to hear, and share several concerts with the unbelievable Chicago Children's Choir and their amazing Directors and Accompanists in Japan, Des Moines, and Chicago. Josephine Lee's direction of "I Need You to Survive", a gospel piece written in commemoration of 9-11, is masterful. I recommend this heartfelt album, giving it and the Chicago Children's Choir my highest praise. Congratulations to the Chicago Children's Choir on their 50th Anniversary!

The best!.......2005-06-12

This CD is amazing. I am in a local county children's choir and we have been lucky enough to meet a few of the Chicago Children's Neiborhood Choirs. On one of our tours, we actually got to observe a rehersal of the Chicago Children's Concert Choir. They inspired me so much with their beautiful music, and I still can't beleive that kids that are around my age can produce such a great sound with their voices. They are litterally one of the best choirs in the world, and I can completely see why. I bought this CD because I just couldn't get enough of their music.

Unbelievable!.......2005-03-25

Open Up Your Heart is a true classic. I bought it after hearing the Choir on Fox News in the Morning and just love it. It is a must have and makes a great gift!

An amazing display of children's voices.......2005-03-21

This album is a prime example of the amazing abilities that children have. The CD has a wide variety of amazing music and is just overall great to listen to! It is entertaining for everyone! It is a great form of entertainment!

Amazing Choir....Amazing Music!.......2005-03-15

The Chicago Children's Choir, now almost 50 years in existence, has never sounded like this. It simply has to be the most incredible children's choir in the world. This CD is so representative of the ethos of the choir in its choice of songs from around the world; some protest, some pastoral and some popular. The artistry is stunning. These young people are so talented and yet such a performing unit. They have obviously been trained by a very gifted director who knows how to get these talented young people to work together and individually to create such wonderful music. This CD, their first in studio production, truly does open up the heart and makes it sing!

Average customer rating: E.T. BLUESMAN

My Heart Is Bleeding Eddie Taylor Manufacturer: Evidence ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Chicago Blues | Blues | Styles | Music General | Blues | Styles | Music Electric Blues Guitar | Blues | Styles | Music Modern Blues | Blues | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: I Feel So Bad Bad Boy Luther Tucker & The Ford Blues Band Antone's Home of the Blues Sad Hours ASIN: B0000014PL Release Date: 1994-09-20

Tracks:

1. My Heart Is Bleeding
2. Going To Virginia
3. So Bad
4. Lexington Breakdown
5. Blow Wind Blow
6. Wreck On 83 Highway
7. Soul Brother
8. There'll Be A Day
9. Lawndale Blues
10. Gamblin' Woman
11. I Got A Little Thing They Call It Swing
12. One Day I Get Lucky
13. Dust My Broom
14. There'll Be A Day

Customer Reviews:

E.T. BLUESMAN.......2001-06-30

THIS IS AN EXCELLENT CD OF RAW BLUES BY THE GREAT EDDIE TAYLOR BEING ACCOMPANIED WITH 2 BLUES GREATS SUNNYLAND SLIM AND CAREY BELL! HE IS AN EXCELLENT BLUESMAN, BUT VERY UNDER RATED. HE HAS A REAL BLUES MAN VOICE TOO! THE 5 BONUS TRACKS HAVE THE GREAT HUBERT SUMLIN ON GUITAR ! HIS VERSION OF THE JIMMY REED SONG DOWN IN VIRGINIA IS GREAT ALSO, AND MY FAVORITE SONG IS BLOW WIND BLOW.THIS IS AN EXCELLENT CD TO PURCHASE!

Average customer rating: Excellent, slightly different outing from Koko Taylor You don't know what you are missing Chicago Female Blues Never Had It So Good! great the strongest vocals in the blues field

From the Heart of a Woman Koko Taylor Manufacturer: Alligator Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Chicago Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Classic Female Vocal Blues | Blues | Styles | Music General | Blues | Styles | Music Electric Blues Guitar | Blues | Styles | Music Modern Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Alligator Records | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music General | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music Vocal Blues | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Force of Nature Queen of the Blues Live From Chicago : An Audience With The Queen I Got What It Takes Old School ASIN: B0000009XQ Release Date: 1989-12-05

Tracks:

1. Something Strange Is Going On
2. I'd Rather Go Blind
3. Keep Your Hands Off Him
4. Thanks, But No Thanks
5. If You Got A Heartache
6. Never Trust A Man
7. Sure Had A Wonderful Time Last Night
8. Blow Top Blues
9. If Walls Could Talk
10. It Took A Long Time

Customer Reviews:

Excellent, slightly different outing from Koko Taylor.......2005-06-04

"From the Heart of a Woman"?! And just look at that cover!
What the hell is this? Has the Queen of Blues gone soft? Is this a pop record?

Well, no. This is a bit different from most of Taylor's albums, which are usually straight-ahead blues outings with lots of grit and not a whole lot of finesse, but it is far from a pop record.
"From the Heart of a Woman" includes Koko Taylor's magnificent take on Etta James' classic soul ballad "I'd Rather Go Blind", complete with some tremendous, understated lead guitar playing by Criss Johnson, as well as a great, funky "Keep Your Hands Off Him", a swinging "Never Trust A Man", and numerous other highlights.

And the band is top notch. Harpist Billy Branch lends a hand on two numbers, and pianist Bill Heid contributes mightly to the swinging R&B-groove of songs like "If You Got A Heartache" and "Sure Had A Wonderful Time Last Night", and the two guitarist (Sammy Lawhorn is the other) sizzle on the slow grind of "Thanks, But No Thanks".
This is one of the most interesting and musically diverse items in Koko Taylor's catalogue, and fans of her ought to grab a copy right away. Casual soul and R&B-fans should take heed as well.
4 1/2 stars. Highly recommended.

You don't know what you are missing.......2005-01-18

Koko starts off with a powerful performance with Something strange is Going on. Then she goes into I'd rather go blind which will take you away for a good five minutes. she also sings Sure had a wonderful time last night with absolutely no growls. The song still sounds good. She also does If walls could talk. Koko puts meaning into her songs.This deserves five stars because this is Koko at her best.

Chicago Female Blues Never Had It So Good!.......2001-12-03

Koko and I go way back. If you count the tears and bottles, as well as the smiles and dancing. Koko gets my house a' foot stomping. She makes the juke joint jump alright!
Cause she's been there, done that!
Koko is a Queen. A blues Queen that is. With her deep, throaty and powerful blue voice. My ears and soul are truly moved. As if they just weren't sitting in the right place before she pelted into the room.
Stand out tracks for me are "I'd rather go blind" which is classic pain blues all the way. "Never trust a man" which is the classic done wrong by a man, well her friend was at least. Don't think the album is all downside though. Koko rips up the place and you will get a splinter from foot stomping on the juke joint floor on "If walls could talk."
All in all this is a release to own. The woman to man ratio in blues is astounding. But, Koko on this release proves that she can stand alone and doesn't need a guitar or a man!

great the strongest vocals in the blues field.......1999-04-25

I recamend this CD as a nice gift for anone

Average customer rating: Funky

Heart & Soul Hubert Sumlin Manufacturer: Blind Pig ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Chicago Blues | Blues | Styles | Music General | Blues | Styles | Music Electric Blues Guitar | Blues | Styles | Music Modern Blues | Blues | Styles | Music General | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: About Them Shoes Healing Feeling I Know You Wake up Call Hubert Sumlin's Blues Party ASIN: B000000N7A Release Date: 1989-08-03

Tracks:

1. Your Foxy Self
2. Chunky
3. Sitting On Top Of The World
4. I Want You
5. Bring Your Love To Me
6. The Red Rooster
7. Juke
8. No Time For Me
9. Got The Blues
10. Old Friends

Customer Reviews:

Funky.......2001-04-15

Strong set from Howlin' Wolf's ex-guitarist.

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Average customer rating: A joyful noise

In the Right Hands - Chicago Gospel Keyboard Pioneers Various Artists Manufacturer: The Sirens Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Blues | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | R&B | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Glory! Glory! Heavenly Keys - Gospel Keyboard Trio ASIN: B00030MAGE Release Date: 2004-09-04

Tracks:

1. The Wicked Shall Cease Their Troubling (Jessy Dixon)
2. Hold On (Jessy Dixon)
3. God Shall Wipe All Tears Away (Geraldine Gay)
4. I Have A Friend (Geraldine Gay)
5. Thats What I Like About Jesus (Geraldine Gay and Nash Shaffer)
6. How I Got Over (Geraldine Gay and Nash Shaffer)
7. When The Saints Go Marching In (Nash Shaffer)
8. King Jesus Will Roll All of My Burdens Away (Nash Shaffer)
9. Ive Done My Work (Geraldine Gay)
10. God Is Standing By (Jessy Dixon)
11. Hell Fight My Battles (Jessy Dixon)

Album Description

In June 2004, The Sirens Records recorded three gospel keyboard masters, Jessy Dixon, Geraldine Gay, and Nash Shaffer, Jr. in a soul-stirring studio session. Jessy Dixon and Geraldine Gay are gifted pianists. Their work is integral to Chicago's renowned gospel music heritage. The organ playing by Nash Shaffer, Jr. lifts the music's spiritual level. Vocalists Pastor Donald Gay and his son Gregory Gay, Jr., drummer D'Artagnon Gunn, and bass player John Whitfield also joined the session to provide a unique gathering of Chicago talent. The result is an inspirational and magical collaboration of heart, rhythm and soul that will deeply move all who listen.

Customer Reviews:

A joyful noise.......2004-10-27

This Gospel album is wonderful. It sure is an INSPIRATIONAL recording. I'm no expert on Gospel music but this recording takes me away. Lifts me up. The world sure needs that lifting up right now. I hope lots of people listen to it. It could help.

One nit to pick is I couldn't figure out from the liner notes who was doing what. I would enjoy knowing.

Average customer rating: I beg to differ with Yawn III... Yawn III

The Heart of Chicago: 1982-1997 Chicago Manufacturer: Wea Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Soft Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Classic Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B000005S43 Release Date: 1997-06-25

Tracks:

1. Hard to Say I'm Sorry
2. Love Me Tomorrow
3. Stay the Night
4. Hard Habit to Break
5. You're the Inspiration
6. Along Comes a Woman
7. Will You Still Love Me?
8. If She Would Have Been Faithful
9. I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love
10. Look Away
11. You're Not Alone
12. What Kind of Man Would I Be?
13. Chasin' the Wind
14. Here in My Heart
15. Only One

Album Details

Second in a Two Part Series, this Release Chronicles the Latter Part of the Band's Progress. All Tracks Are Digitally Remastered, with Several Unedited Tracks Previously Unavailable on CD.

Customer Reviews:

I beg to differ with Yawn III..........2001-01-04

I believe this is an awesome album which deserves some American attention... there are several edited tracks on this album that were once only available if you bought the single when they were hits. I think that this is a good release, and it's too bad that Americans can't go out and buy it in stores as the Japanese can.

Yawn III.......1999-09-10

Yippe Vol. II. Another compilation that reshuffles the track arrangement from its American counterpart - Why Vol. 2?

Rap Music:

1. Helicopter [CD-single] [Import]
2. Horror Hop
3. How It Goes [Explicit Lyrics]
4. Instant Live: Alltel Pavilion at Walnut Creek [Box set] [Live]
5. Invisible Invasion [Import]
6. Jump Up! [Original recording remastered] [Import]
7. Klaus Nomi [Import]
8. Layourbattleaxedown [Enhanced]
9. Let It Ride [CD-single] [Import]
10. Living the Blues [Original recording remastered] [Import]

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Recommended Music:

Heavyload [Import]

Narcissus / Gabriel's Wing

Songs for the Silent Majority

Music: Some Broken Hearts Never Mend

Room Service

Sex

Scraping the Culture

Radio-Activity

No Rules [Import]

Paul Hindemith: Concerto for Cello & Orchestra (1940) / Theme & Four Variations "The Four Temperaments" (1940)

Pexo - A Soundpainting Symphony [Live]

Parrot Fashion/Accident [Limited Edition]

No More Tears (Enough Is [Import]

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The Symphonic Ellington [Collectables]