Jason Scheff On the Uncanny Way He Joined Chicago in 1985 - Interview

[@FraserJCovers1975]

Incredible interview.................John is an amazing Interviewer x

[@RussPaladino]

Enjoying these conversations. I saw Jason with Chicago and he was great, both as a vocalist and bassist. Love that he’s such a humble authentic guy even after all his success. Rock On. (Loved the Generation Radio vibe too)

[@TimfromChicago]

What a story and absolutely love how they immediately heard that voice and said this is the guy. Heart Of Mine is an absolute gem has always been on of my favorites. If anyone has ever been through a breakup the lyrics will hit you deep. This is the stuff that doesn’t even happen in dreams and it couldn’t of happened to a nicer guy. Can’t wait to hear more John

[@TheKeymaster316]

As a kid of the 80’s, I grew up loving Chicago 16 and 17. But 18 made me a mega fan and Jason Scheff is the reason. Will You Still Love me is still one of my favorite songs of all time.

[@charlesperalta6798]

Ss

[@lamarravery4094]

Great story about how Jason got into Chicago. Talk about timing, it's all about timing and talent of course. Good thing he was writing and singing, he did the work and then it was destiny.

[@georgemathie8123]

To replace an iconic member who was so beloved by all the fans is no easy task and Jason scheff took that challenge and made it all his own and paired well with bill Champlin as well

[@MiThreeSunz]

Scheff, Champlin and Foster defined Chicago’s 80’s sound.

[@lamarravery4094]

Nothin's Gonna stop us now is one of my favorites from 18. Definitely had potential to be a top 40 hit. Will You Still Love Me and If She Would've Been Faithful made Jason an instant success.

[@bobperry2578]

I thought the Lou Gramm interview was the best you ever did... and this is even better. WOW !!!!!

[@chadscherbring3112]

I really enjoyed that interview. Jason seems so down to earth. Keep up the good work

[@milanomaker]

Great interview John. I ve always enjoyed the back stories that go with musicians and how they find themselves hooking up with other musicians and eventually making it into bands.

[@cowboyupdrummer]

The Generation Radio tracks are great! Really really good! 70-80’s pop rock (sound) Love it!

[@Romans219]

Chicago has always been a favorite band of mine and when Jason Scheff joined I liked them even more. Niagara Falls is my favorite song.

[@musicmann1967]

Very informative and interesting video. I love the ins and outs of the industry and how sometimes things get in motion and build up their own momentum. SOunds like Jason was in one of those situations. His talent was apparent to everyone, even more than it was to Jason himself! Good story!

[@tomjones2348]

I was fortunate to see them on the Chicago 18 tour. My wife commented after the show, "these guys sound better live than they do on the album"!

[@elainecox5035]

He's an amazingly strong man, to be brought Into to replace the irreplaceable PC and lead chicago with bill champlin into a new era of success and now getting the chance to show who he is.. RESPECT XXXXXX

[@sarawallace8581]

I love this sooooo much!thank you!

[@johnnyhunt9447]

Great Interview I had wanted to know how he became the Lead Singer for Chicago I Love Music and went to as many concerts as I could I liked Hard Rock mostly but grew up with Chicago but had not seen them or gone out of my way to see them but in 1987 I had seen my 2 Very Favorite Bands Journey Raised on Radio Tour and Triumph Sport of Kings tour had no idea that was last Triumph and Journey for a decade I had a Date with a Really Pretty Girl Chicago was in concert I would take most dates to concerts Wow Chicago Blew me away I was curious about how Jason would sound on the old classic He was Great I actually went to see them a couple more times Good for Jason

[@jerrygeist1677]

What a fun interview!

[@bobperry2578]

How can you be that good of a singer and not know it?

[@Buffstang76]

Ugh wanted to hear what he was saying when you cut off the video, can you please upload the rest of this part of the segment?

[@mrDCunningham]

I love the original Chicago line up as most do but Jason really did an awesome job and he had huge shoes to fill. They never really even came close at all replacing Terry who would be almost impossible to come close. I love your channel and the pictures of artist is cool but everytime I see Mark Chapman's picture it makes me I'll. So it wouldn't hurt my feelings if you removed that one. But it's just my opinion and it's your channel. Thanks for all you do. 👍🏼😎

[@anakina1]

Just a great story.

[@davidnorman4923]

Wonder what the Carly Simon song was?

[@danielpine4250]

“Come Back Home” from her 1985 album “Spoiled Girl” shows he has a co-writing credit with Carly Simon, Jacob Brackman, Aaron Zigman and Guy Thomas!

[@TonyAguirreJazz]

Bobby Caldwell, another Marc Russo connection.

[@mojito6629]

Wait for the exact part about Chicago, and then it came, you cut the video

[@jacktfowler246]

Big shoes to fill after Peter, he had a big job to do. Will you still love me sounded almost like Peter.

[@cowboyupdrummer]

Wow! Awesome story how he got into Chicago. I thought they automatically knew him through his dad.

[@frank8235]

Well Bill Champlain was in rehab at the time and his wife Tamara must of heard Jason's demo and told the band to go and talk to him and set up an audition.

[@dansavik7137]

Cool, Foster did a good job with 18.

[@lamarravery4094]

Foster is a musical genius.

[@jasonburger3533]

​@@lamarravery4094Foster has the Midas Touch of music.

[@reallyretro]

I thought Jason Scheff had a much superior voice then Peter Cetera. Peters was just too whiny sounding for my liking.