Chicago II [Digipak] [Remaster] by Chicago (CD, Jul-2002, Rhino Records USA)

I have been trying to get this CD, with the additions, for a long time. I tried to download it from internet music, but couldn't get all of the songs. When I saw this, it was like finding a long lost treasure. I was pleased with the CD. The tunes on this CD are some of the best that Chicago has ever performed. I have listened to it several times and it is a perfect CD.

This is the ultimate Chicago recording. The music contained within it's two LP's, or CD's capture the essence, and spirit of Chicago. It also contains a very beautiful love song my wife, and I have called ours for the 35 years we've known each other just as I'm sure thousands of other couples have done the same. I've also enjoyed playing along with the trumpet parts since the original album was cut, and offered to the masses. This album is a Classic in every sense of the word. People of this age, and the next will love this music just as everyone I know does including each of my four children, and all of their friends. Its beat, and rhythms carry on into this new Millennium, and spread the joy its brought to people since the day these very talented artists recorded it. To the members of this Great band I say a very greatful Thank You - I will continue listening to it until I can listen no more.

From start to finish, this CD has unbelievable songs. Most are musically incredible and a few are social commentaries on the 1960's which are interesting for that reason. With Terry Kath on guitar and Peter Cetera on bass, these songs have guitar licks rivaling Eric Clapton. You won't be disappointed in this album which was made before Chicago went "commercial" and started making songs intended for AM radio play. It is simply the best Chicago album of all time.

item was better than described, arrived in excellent time and was packaged well...would definitely buy from this seller again

In 1970 I was a student at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA.
In February, 1970 I attended a concert by "The Chicago Transit Authority" at McGonigle Hall. I had seen them perform at the "Third Quaker City Rock Festival" in Oct. 1969. I went with a classmate of mine, Mike Bezak, because we both loved their music on their first album. Mike was musician (guitar and banjo) and really liked Terry Kath's playing. I was intrigued with their use of horns and Kath's guitar work. That night turned out to be special because it was the first time they would play music from the new album, Chcago (II).
It was great. A real experience to hear new music played for the first time live (I would experience the same thing in August 1971 when The Who came to Phila. and played music from "Who's Next" live for the first time). The album was and is great. I loved "The Road" especially. I went on to see Chicago in concert another nine (9) times. At one of those concerts at Kutztown State College (now university) I was slightly stoned. When Jimmy Pankow (trombone) said they were going to play "The Road" I jumped out up out of my seat and yelled "Alright!" and Pankow said "OK man just keep sittin' there!" I've never forgotten that. So I guess you could say I was a Chicago freak then. After Terry Kath was killed the band took a different direction and I didn't care for their music after that. But the first three (3) albums and the live at Carnagie Hall album were excellent.

I like all the music and in a special way this Band, so I need it to complete my collection. thank you

The Chicago Transit Authority recorded this double-barreled follow-up to their eponymously titled 1969 debut effort. The contents of Chicago II (1970) underscore the solid foundation of complex jazz changes with heavy electric rock & roll that the band so brazenly forged on the first set. The septet also continued its ability to blend the seemingly divergent musical styles into some of the best and most effective pop music of the era. Musically, James Pankow (trombone) was about to further cross-pollinate the band's sound with the multifaceted six-song "Ballet for a Girl in Buchannon." The classically inspired suite also garnered the band two of its most beloved hits — the upbeat pop opener "Make Me Smile" as well as the achingly poignant "Color My World" — both of which remained at the center of the group's live sets. Chicago had certainly not abandoned its active pursuit of blending high-octane electric rockers such as "25 or 6 to 4" to the progressive jazz inflections heard in the breezy syncopation of "The Road." Adding further depth of field is the darker "Poem for the People" as well as the politically charged five-song set titled "It Better End Soon." Potential consumers should note the unsurpassed sound quality and deluxe packaging of the 2002 CD remaster.

I am glad they had this CD. I am a great big fan of Chicago and plan to collect all of their CD's. I sure do hope there are more people selling their CD's.

what can you say about Chicago that hasnt already been said. One of the best albums from one of the best groups of all time.

Really great album. Smooth Chicago music. If you like the band, this is a must have. As part of a collection, or alone, this is an awesome album.

The first 3 Chicago albums made them famous! The 2nd album of this trilogy is absolutely brilliant from this former professional musician's perspective!
There were so many artists/albums of the '60s/'70s that went unappreciated
(like Chicago's first 3 albums) that in these times of inartistic, business - driven "musak", there is a whole generation of music to be discovered/rediscovered - much of whichs relevantcy is confirmed by the events of our current world. B.C.,Jr.