"25 or 6 to 4" (Live - Tanglewood) by Chicago -- Drummer reacts!

[@Falstaff-mr8fk]

A much-told story but one time in an interview, Jimi Hendrix was asked what it was like being the greatest guitarist. He replied, "I don't know, ask Terry Kath." He was Hendrix's favorite guitarist. They both died too soon.

[@davidmeir9348]

Jimi also said: "He plays guitar better than I do, he's the greatest guitar player in the universe." It's an absolute crime that his name is not as well known in the general public as Jimi, Clapton or Van Halen. They are, of course fantastic, but Terry Kath should be on every lips as well.

[@buscem00]

That's an absolute true story. Jimi Hendrix said quote he's better than me

[@Fuphyter]

Love that quote!

[@1perfectpitch]

Myth. It never happened. I've heard the same thing about Clapton, Rory Gallegher and others. The only documented example is on the Dick Cavett TV show he said. "I'm kinda diggin' this Billy Gibbons guy".

[@stuartsiglain3972]

The absolute joy on your face is what I feel every time I hear this guitar solo.

[@BritIronRebel]

You just witnessed one of the greatest guitarists and his vocals were great too!

[@Bigdave1369]

He calls out "Terry Kath" at the end, not "Take care". Terry was the lead guitarist.

[@nanghelutamx2]

We should say that to all reactions

[@StevenDietrich-k2w]

LOL I just love when first timers get to hear Chicago and 25 or 5 to 4. Great brass, the fantastic Terry Kath, and the smooth vocals of Peter Cetera. Holy shit you say. The dude is just getting started.

[@FreeDonaldTrump1]

Sometimes during the guitar solo you forgot this was 1970. Amazing performance.

[@bostonterrierplanet-bn1ge]

The Late Great Terry Kath. This is why Jimi Hendrix said, "This cat blows me away". Chicago opened for Hendrix in the 60's.

[@pommie5093]

This is definitely one of the top solos of all time, absolutely! Terry Kath was a genius, RIP.

[@paulonius42]

Terry Kath steps forward and melts everybody's brains, then steps back into the mix and gives us some of the funkiest rhythm guitar for the rest of the song. Absolute brilliance!

[@nachotube7012]

“He just goes back like nothing happened” 😄😄 This guy gets it!!

[@L33Reacts]

Hahaha that blew my mind bro!!

[@MoMoMyPup10]

My realization of that is when he said "I think my brain turned off a little bit"

[@pfury67]

Kath is my favorite guitarist of all time, and his note selection is so unique. Early Chicago is untouchable.

[@davidhampshire7723]

How fantastic that thanks to KZbin 50 years on we can still appreciate the brilliance of the great Terry Kath. Great video, thanks.

[@robertwest4596]

Best guitar solo of all time, bar none

[@sammybeck7794]

It sounds like Peter Cetera at the end says take care!! What he is actually saying there is Terry Kath!! After that wild guitar solo

[@L33Reacts]

Dude he absolutely shredded! The rock gods were with him upon that stage. Absolutely breathtaking

[@stpnwlf9]

Actually Robert Lamm on the keyboards calling out Terry.

[@jeffschielka7845]

I grew up in Chicago. CHICAGO was a band that everyone loved. The first 7 albums are all masterpieces!🎺📯🎷🔈🔉🔊😎

[@markdrechsler5660]

Terry Kath on guitar. Any Chicago song with Terry on it is worth hearing.

[@that70sschwinn]

Peter Cetera on bass and vocals...just one of the guys

[@marthagavey9321]

William, you just made Lee's life better with this one! FYI, this song's even in commercials on TV! Its everywhere still after all these years, as it should be!! 🎉👍🎉 Terry was the ultimate musician/singer!!🎉

[@DoctorD250]

One way to tell the greatness of Teri Kath is that in the depth of that guitar solo, all the horn section can do is stand there and watch him. Just brilliant.

[@carmenwise2256]

Terry Kath was phenomenal. His voice is awesome also.

[@rickandgen]

This entire concert is available on KZbin and it is AMAZING!!!!!

[@diannebrownlee9806]

When most musicians could read music, compose and were trained in their instruments. A high level of competence. Sad that this is no longer the case. Love watching you learn!

[@robertstoner8244]

Yes Chicago. Terry can play. He has his own sound . He plays very smooth and hard at the same time.

[@moshrash]

Terry Kath was a force of nature. He was all like better get that drum kit sorted out, cause here we go.

[@dianawhite637]

It was Terry Kath, not take care. Sounds very similar. He was 🔥🔥🔥

[@michaelfox2256]

One of the few rock bands with 3 great lead singers

[@stpnwlf9]

I saw them multiple times in the early 70s. They opened one show with 25 or 6 to 4. Terry absolutely shredded for 5 minutes standing stone still, staring up into the spotlight with sunglasses on like he was just on autopilot. He was amazing!

[@davidblitch1819]

I’ve seen or heard many versions of the 25 or 6 to 4 solo live. You’ve witnessed the best of them. Unlike today with guitar solos, every time Terry did that solo it was different. The structure is always the same. Insane fretboard work and then ending with the wah wah.

[@lmarcos53]

The crazy thing is: Terry was actually the band's bass player! Before Peter came on board, and before Robert Lamm said he could handle the bass parts on pedals, Terry was playing bass. When Robert said he handle the bass part, then Terry switched to guitar, but the band quickly found out Robert couldn't do it. So they were on the lookout for a bass player, and that led to Peter joining the group. This all happened way before they became known as Chicago.

[@anthonytimmons9328]

Welcome to the Terry Kath fan club, one of the most underrated guitarists that ever lived.

[@maryellengabler802]

So glad you said it was the best you've ever heard. I 'm sure Terry heard that.

[@mikewdice7876]

Any Chicago song fron the concert in Tanglewood will blow your mind

[@garyscharf9232]

I appreciate how you comment during the performance rather than stopping it like many others, so keep it up. Here's a few other EPIC live performances worth checking out. Santana - Soul Sacrifice live at Woodstock The Who - Young Man Blues live at Isle of Wight Pink Floyd - Comfortably Numb live Pulse concert

[@celtjim994]

I always love seeing someone who truly understands Rock hearing Terry Kath play this solo for the first time.

[@L33Reacts]

Mannnnn this video was a doozy. The first time I heard it. Absolutely blew me away. What a dude...

[@grahamreed8774]

Glad that you reacting to this- one of the best live guitar solo's of all time. The genius that was Terry Kath R.I.P. Hendrix loved his playing. Song was constructed during a late night-early morning studio jam- 25 or 6 to 4 (am). One of my fave bands during the early 70s.

[@chrisloncar3398]

Glad you enjoyed one if the greatest tunes if the seventies! Chicago is a fantastic band, don't think there is a bad tune at all. Try, Saturday in the Park, Feeling Stronger Everyday, Beginnings, No Tell Lover or Alive Again. So many to choose from!!

[@johnboy6073]

Probably the best reaction to this song I've seen. Love your appreciation of the great Terry Kath. An awesome drum song from Chicago is Make Me Smile featuring Danny Seraphine on drums and Terry Kath on vocals. 😊

[@buscem00]

I was a rock and roller from Massachusetts in the 70s. This is one of the coolest concerts that played in the state that year

[@robertstoner8244]

Amazing stuff. Terry kath was one of the best for sure 😄

[@Allwayspsychic]

Going down the early Chicago wormhole is a treat. The original lineup was incredible. Danny Seraphine on drums is killer. But there was nobody else like Terry Kath (RIP 😢) on lead guitar. The sax guy is Walt Parazaider. He's incredible, he's no longer w the band anymore. But they still tour. If u want to react to more, I suggest I'm a Man, Color my World & Beginnings. They're all fantastic. U can check them out on tanglewood also. Love ur reaction. Just subscribed btw 😊

[@texasbassranger]

The guitarist was Terry Kath, Tragically, he died while fooling around with his guns in 1978. Kath was a force to be reconned with, I was fortunate to see them in nineteen seventy in phoenix and that song was their encore, as it was with this particular concert. They had started teardown of equipment when the crowd demanded an encore. Thats why they were fooling with the drums before they started the song, trying to put it back together,

[@rk41gator]

One of the best guitar solos in the history of man. No big deal. You should have heard Terry last night!

[@Fuphyter]

Terry Kath was the rock side of Chicago. My fav side! Phenominal guitarist!!!!

[@BringItMAGA]

Terry Kath rock and roll GOD.

[@johnnyfrederick01]

Chicago and Blood Sweat and Tears were two bands with brass and. great singers that up the ante for musicianship in that era. Their original name was “Chicago Transit Authority” on their first album but they got sued by the CTA so just Chicago after that. Like Zepplin their albums were just Chicago II, III, IV etc. Lots of classic hits!

[@valerielynn7256]

Terry kath one of the greatest ever died way to early rip terry you should do Chicago make me smile live that’s a great one or even Dialogues parts one and two live great stuff

[@robertkennett4622]

The lyrics say it, after that guitar solo, I feel like I need to sleep too.

[@alanmaxwell3104]

Towards the end of the solo , the wah-wah peddle effects he pulled of were amazing all by themselves.

[@arthurdrake3274]

He's got the holy spirit in him. Yes❤

[@dolfinpt]

Love Chicago! Terry Kath one of the most underrated if not Acknowledged Guitarist Ever! Gone so early!😢 If Jimmy Hendrix admired him….❤😉 Listen to the studio version -also great! Oh the memories… Definitely Dive into Chicago Transit Authority! From song # 1- Introduction!

[@craigw1911]

"Poem 58" on that debut album. 9 minutes of PURE FUNK! What music they made with the technology available in 1969. WOW!

[@craigw1911]

At the end, the singer said "Terry Kath!" the name of the guitarist that just blew you away, not "take care". Go dig up their debut album when they were known as The Chicago Transit Authority and play these two tracks: "Introduction" and "Poem 58". Guitar player Terry Kath wrote "Introduction" and sang lead vocals. He was called "The White Ray Charles" by his bandmates. Soulful baritone voice! "Poem 58" is nine minutes of PURE FUNK led by Terry Kath on guitar, Danny Seraphine on drums, and Peter Cetera on bass. Kath's guitar will have you needing an ice pack for your jaw after you pick it up from the floor! Seraphine's drumming was spectacular. When they were The Chicago Transit Authority, they were the house band at the Whisky a Go Go in LA. One night between sets, Jimi Hendrix went to their dressing room after catching the first set. He walked up to their sax player Walt Parazaider and said, "You guys have a horn section that sounds like one set of lungs and a guitar player that's better than me! You wanna go on the road?" They said "YEAH!". And that's how they became Hendrix's opening act on a national arena tour.

[@L33Reacts]

Wow I didn't catch that the first time! That's crazy. What a performance... nice profile pic 😶‍🌫️ exterminate!

[@ramosel]

Peter Cetera said his name at the end of the song. He didn’t say “Take care”, he said “Terry Kath”. Yeah, so many of us who grew up with Chicago on the radio would love to buy him a beer. If only… according to his daughter’s documentary, he was about to go out on his own or as a side gig with a full on Rock band, no horns. Oh, the music we missed.

[@grandpacardenaz8222]

It wasn't Peter Cetera....it was Robert Lamb that said "Terry Kath"

[@ramosel]

@@grandpacardenaz8222 You are so right... I had heard that at least a hundred times and thought it was Peter... but he was not near a mic. Good catch.

[@grandpacardenaz8222]

@@ramosel It's all good. Rock on!👍

[@LVVMCMLV]

By the time I graduated in 1973 this was a standard high school prom song that every high school band covered… Especially mine, because Walter Parazaider a founding member of CTA graduated from my high school 10 years earlier and was the legend on campus

[@Saffy-yr8vo]

My cousin a drummer got me into them as a young kid. Loved what they did. It’s worth keeping as an era posting experience, these guys made their mark.

[@submandave1125]

"One of the best guitar solos I've ever heard" - and it is COMPLETELY different than the solo on the studio track. Terry was that amazing, to be able to pull something like this out of thin air, every night. If you want more Terry, listen to "Poem 58" off their debut, Chicago Transit Authority. That track also shows off the bassist Peter Cetera and drummer Danny Seraphine, too. If you want to witness just what Seraphine as a drummer can do, then I recommend "Devil's Sweet" off Chicago VII.

[@thisiknowwithjohnfield5067]

Born in 1967. 55 now. Chicago Transit Authority, then Chicago. Love your reaction. Pure 🔥🔥🔥

[@northmaineguy5896]

I was at this concert and I am amazed at how popular it is! I was 15 and my sister had to drive me to the concert in the Berkshires. Besides Chicago, they also had The Preservation Hall Jazz Band and John Sebastian -- what a night!

[@robertkennett4622]

Jimi Hendrix told Chicago's publicist that Terry was a better guitar player than he was. They actually had plans to do shows together. When Chicago made the studio album with this song on it, Cetera's jaw had been broken and he had to sing it through clenched teeth because his jaws were wired shut.

[@brianjones8751]

10:15 They all had music degrees from DePaul university except the lead guitarist, Terry Kath, who the members in the band said was their best musician

[@rogergabriel7261]

Such a great reaction to a really great guitarist and band ---nice work by everyone on this magical piece of everlasting ART!!!!!

[@olmanrock5381]

CHECK OUT THIS ENTIRE LIVE CONCERT

[@johnvillanova9984]

TERRY KATH... incredible guitarist! 😎

[@jonk6513]

Terry Kath was the heart and soul of early Chicago. First 7 albums are worth a thorough look. Enjoy.

[@bobjennings2107]

1970 is the middle!

[@BringItMAGA]

So much talent musically and vocally in the 70s. Unlike today.

[@bookhouseboy280]

Originally on Chicago (II) from 1970. An excellent album (also remixed by Steven Wilson) featuring the "Ballet for a Girl in Buchanon" suite as the centerpiece.

[@tpatrick44]

I love watching your reactions. I bought this 45 when it was released…his fingers are going to fall off! 🤣 I did laugh at loud when you said that! 😂

[@lauraallen55]

Two things: When Peter Cetera was set to record the vocals for the studio recording for this his jaw was wired shut (from being punched in the face by a Dodgers fan at a baseball game a few days beforehand). He sang through clenched teeth, and it sound as good as he did here, live. The other thing is, if you haven't heard or seen it, and not to take anything away from the insane goodness of Terry Kath, check out Lindsey Buckingham live performing Big Love, and/or the older performance of his live with Fleetwood Mac of I'm So Afraid. He is one underrated guitarist. He never uses a pick either, it's all finger work, amazingly.

[@GreggoMusicChannel]

If you want to hear the horns play a fantastic song at an outrageous speed, listen to I Just Want To Be Free on the III album or the IV live album. You'll be amazed. I played sax in the high school band when Chicago was big. All us band guys were crazy about Chicago. As a matter of fact, they were my first concert. It was $3, 4, or 5 back in 1973.

[@worldfamouslanglois4805]

Terry Kath just blew your mind.. and every time I hear him it's the same. Amazing.. Jimi Hendrix said he was the best ..

[@neshobanakni]

Terry Kath! the best!

[@pauldixon5778]

Terry Kath - one of the greatest guitar solos of all time. Top 5 for sure!

[@weksheddweller]

6:09 bruh I'm dead 🤣 But for real, something definitely possessed Terry to play one of the most epic guitar solos ever caught on film

[@stpnwlf9]

I saw them three years in a row in the early 70s when I was a wee lad. They opened one of those shows with this song. Terry absolutely killed that guitar solo every time. He was unforgettable on stage.

[@noreenburton5172]

The best guitar player ever and he also played and sang too😅

[@hilarywilliams1909]

They didn't react to the solo because he did it like that EVERY concert. The horn section was part of the band not just a stage presence. In 69 they opened for Hendix, He said Terry was his favorite guitarist. Sadly another 60's artist lost too soon.

[@leonardpoindexter5289]

Nearly 3 minute lead!!! Who does that. Fantastic!

[@bearculb7717]

Every High School band played this at Friday Night football. Ok I push the button..

[@georgeseanor]

Lots of concerts back in that era had killer guitar solos, it’s too bad not many were ever recorded

[@cityhonors1]

🤗 Oh Man! Chicago! Cool Beans! I grew up seeing Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire tour together. For decades they played Atlantic City & Foxwoods! They did a few Radio City Music Hall & Beacon shows together. 🤩 Nothing more magical than Chicago + EW&F 🎷🎷🎺 Horns on stage together for a Finale! 🤗 Scary Good! 😁🥰🐰

[@L33Reacts]

Oh man... what a show that must have been! Earth wind and fire is amazing. I've always enjoyed the stuff I've heard from then. I can only imagine how awesome it must have been 😁

[@cityhonors1]

@@L33Reacts 🤩 They toured with each other for about 2 decades. 🤔 I remember shows when I was in JHS & HS (73'/74' thru 78/79'). By College when I was working, I could buy my own tickets & travel up to Foxwoods or Atlantic City by myself. I got my own Hotel Cards to earn points so I took could use them for tickets, a free night or meal. I miss the old AC. 😊🐰

[@BoardGameBill]

The main riff of Brain Stew by Green Day is lifted straight out of this song. It's a bit slower and in a different key, but that's probably the song you are being reminded of. This performance was from was 25 years earlier, when Billie Joe Armstrong was 2 years old. :)

[@pedroV2003]

If I had to assemble a dream band and I could pick any guitarist I wanted I would very likely pick Terry Kath. Not only a fabulous lead guitarist but MUCH more importantly an incredible rhythm guitarist and an very soulful singer. That said, as a drummer I think you should look up Chicago's song 'Make Me Smile' right away.

[@patrickbrown-r7g]

When Jimmy hendrix was asked who was the best guitarist he's ever seen, he named this guy.

[@StevenDietrich-k2w]

Some of the folks in here may not know that before Chicago was "Chicago" they were known as " Chicago Transit Authority" and had an album by that name. As I recall they changed their name because the real Chicago Transit Authority either sued them or threatened to sue them in court. The CTA initial album was the very first record that I owned, so I obviously displayed good taste as a youngster.

[@bobasher2197]

Great reaction to a great band! As a long time fan (50 years ) I have one suggestion for you, listen to " Poem 58" from the Chicago Transit Authority album. Prepare to have your mind blown!

[@majorharper4087]

Try next "South California Purples " Terry Kath is a " bad man"

[@janecrow1122]

This is wonderful but the original studio version is incomparable, IMO. Peace, all

[@edwardcrews2952]

Rest In Peace Terry Kath

[@L33Reacts]

Rest in peace indeed

[@nachotube7012]

Check out “I’m A Man” from the same concert. Terry Kath is amazing!

[@johnmiller5679]

At the end Peter Cerara says Terry Kath not take care.. the thing about the solo is he used the whole neck and makes it all look so easy. Many Heavy Metal shredders are concerned with speed but Kath as concerned with quality. It’s like he knew everything about the guitar and could play anything at any time. Notice how the guitar neck seems so small when it is in his hands.

[@danmccall2150]

Behold to genius of Terry Kath. The man Jimi Hendrix said was the one of the best guitarist he ever saw. Like Hendrix, Kath passed way too early.

[@robertstoner8244]

Love your reactions 😀 u look just like a co worker of mine . And same personalty as well

[@stevestrickland934]

Bands that came up the hard way.

[@757optim]

At the end Peter says, "Terry Kath". And the world said, "Oh yeah".

[@thebigdaddyo]

this is in the top ten guitar solos for sure! But the single best solo is Stevie Ray Vaughn's Texas Flood Live at the Macambo. Worth the watch

[@cablebrain9691]

This performance, alone, justifies the existence of KZbin.

[@L33Reacts]

I agree. This is unfathomable at points

[@olmanrock5381]

RIP Terry Kath 😢

[@eddietorres1000]

The Guitarist was Terry Kath he past away in 1978, He died in January 1978 from an unintentional self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. The bereavement tempted Chicago to disband, but they ultimately decided to resume as is signified by their memorial song "Alive Again". To commemorate his musicianship, …

[@nanghelutamx2]

Once in a lifetime you see that

[@bobmessier5215]

Jimi Hendrix said Terry Kath was the best guitarist in the world! The whole Tanglewood Concert was legendary. Kath was so good, that when he passed away, the band completely changed their style to 80's pop rock ballads, because they couldn't find a suitable replacement. Try "Make Me Smile" for another early Chicago masterpiece.

[@worldfamouslanglois4805]

but check out the whole tanglewood concert the whole set is freaking amazing.. and the HORNS!