One of the best guitar players from the 70's and sadly overlooked.
@anthonywhiteman4488
Жыл бұрын
Jimi Hendrix said Terry was better than him. I think Jimi was just a very humble guy like EVH.
@lindaloe
Жыл бұрын
Totally 👍 Agree!! TERRY Should Never Be Overlooked!!
@danielweeks3723
Жыл бұрын
Not overlooked by too many guitar platers.
@johnmichaelbarker-nz9me
Жыл бұрын
@@anthonywhiteman4488 1q😊Jimi was the most humble miusition of are time for sure. And being the best guitarist so far was just in training it could berry well be that houlisinagenic drugs have a way of not only humbling one self but remind us that there is always something that is and will always be more tan us better than I stronger than I even more than u,them,us ,even more than "Jesus,"always!😮
@larryaldama1673
Жыл бұрын
@@anthonywhiteman4488 🎸👍🇺🇸
@chrisclermont456
Жыл бұрын
The documentary Michelle Kath produced is a must-see. I got chills and even shed a tear or two when this older couple produced a beat up guitar case which had Terry's fabled "sticker" Tele in it!!
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I really enjoyed that myself. It was very emotional!
@jonathanfloming1045
Жыл бұрын
I was living in Long Beach CA when Terry tragically and I believe ACCIDENTALLY shot himself...I remember hearing the news on the radio just a couple of days after my 21st birthday.. im 66 and grew up listening to Chicago...truly a very underrated guitar player and amazing vocalist.
@chrisclermont456
Жыл бұрын
As posted in response to another comment, Terry Kath was well respected amongst all musicians. He wasn't forgotten. Maybe a pop audience fails to know about him, but musicians do.
@briansam2524
Жыл бұрын
Terry Kath was a BADASS on guitar, I'm glad his daughter made sure he got the respect and recognition that he didn't receive during his lifetime
@jefflewis5546
Жыл бұрын
He deserves so much more credit. He is among the greatest and people need to know this !
@danielweeks3723
Жыл бұрын
Jimi Hendrix said he was a better plater than he was.
@Mo_Taser
Жыл бұрын
The most underrated electric guitarist in history, and the man responsible for maybe the greatest solo in music history - the album/studio cut of 25 or 6 to 4. And the live version at Tanglewood may be even better. If the sound quality was better it probably would be. I saw Chicago live in Vancouver in the early 70s as a kid but I was much too young to appreciate Terry's talent. That came later when I became involved in the music business. I saw his daughter's documentary and the search for his lost Tele. Yes, it was fantastic. I don't think there's any doubt Terry was careless with guns. Let's be brutally honest, stupidity killed Terry. Just an absolute, senseless tragedy.
@Mo_Taser
Жыл бұрын
@@johnwilliams1223 Well, yes. A single chamber leaves you with extremely limited chances of winning.
@maximusindicusoblivious180
Жыл бұрын
@@johnwilliams1223 The account says that he wasn't playing Russian Roulette. He made a mistake through carelessness, which we as humans often do, be it with guns, a plate or two of food or driving while looking at cell phones. Death by misadventure is sadly very common. But I chose to celebrate Terry's life because his "Memories of Love" "Make Me Smile."
@mattskustomkreations
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, he forgot there was a round in the chamber when “showing off”. The documentary his daughter made is a can’t miss!
@Mo_Taser
Жыл бұрын
@@mattskustomkreations Terrible, but I laughed.
@stuartmoore6310
Жыл бұрын
When asked who his favorite guitar player is Jimi Hendrix said without hesitation, Terry Kath🎙drop..
@ivanmay7890
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite Chicago songs with Terry Kath on lead vocals is Wishing You Were Here, which also featured The Beach Boys on lead vocals. It also seems to me that Terry was uncomfortable with his fame and fortune and that was probably why he considered leaving Chicago, though Terry Kath and Peter Cetera being addicted to cocaine didn't help.
@DavidKasan
Жыл бұрын
What a truly classy, even if mini, doc! I must say I agree with you 100%. I believe that Terry himself would give you a thumbs up. Thank you for this!
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching David. Appreciate your comment!
@davidkastin4240
Жыл бұрын
Great minds think alike my brother from a different mother ✌️
@DavidKasan
Жыл бұрын
@@davidkastin4240 My lineage is from Czechoslovakia, yours?
@davidkastin4240
Жыл бұрын
@@DavidKasan Grand parents were from Russia, both my parents born in America as well as me.
@lindaloe
Жыл бұрын
Rest In Peace Dear Terry.
@ferdberfle5069
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely RIP Terry Kath! I have seen a few docs about Kath and Chicago. One in particular made mention of a tour where Chicago opened for Jimi Hendrix. Hendrix was very impressed with Kath and was quoted as saying Kath was "a better guitar player than me". There was talk of them doing some recording together, but Kath's passing ended any of that happening. I don't know, perhaps that was what Kath was working on when he died. His death was proof of the old saying "alcohol and gun powder don't mix"! Another good one RD! Thanks for this Brother!
@paulthurson
Жыл бұрын
you mean Hendrix's passing ended any of that happening
@ferdberfle5069
Жыл бұрын
@@paulthurson you are correct sir! My bad!
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome Ferd. Thanks for the support!
@sotim812
Жыл бұрын
I saw a clip by Jimmy Hendrix where he stated that Terry Kath was the best guitarist he had seen. That is not too shabby and I think he is one of the greatest players of all time.
@bluzzedude2677
Жыл бұрын
One thing you have to remember is that, in the beginning, Terry was the DeFacto leader of this band. It's always been acknowledged that he was the best soloist so I don't think his talent was hidden. You also have to remember that these were REAL musicians in this band and it was STACKED with talent. This is why the produced so many records. They were loaded!
@thanguchi
8 ай бұрын
One of the greatest guitarists who breathed life.
@turkfiles
Ай бұрын
I know that this is a very late response. I’ve been reading through the many replies from others. I’m so thankful that people still think of Terry the way you folks do. I was two years behind Terry in elementary school and high school. (Back then there was no middle school and junior high schools were just starting in Chicago. So, our elementary school was K-8.) I was not a close friend of his, but I did know him. I can tell you, from having watched him close-up for several years, that there was something definitely unique about Terry. He had an aura that kind of defys description. Perhaps “living on the edge” comes closest? When we would have the same lunch period he always had an acoustic guitar with him. And I would try to sit a couple tables away from him and just listen. He hung around with his two closest friends, a brother and sister who became a part of Chicago as well. The brother ended up being their road manager(?), and I believe his sister ended up marrying one of the horn(?) section players. I’ll just wrap this up, by saying from my own experience, Terry was the SOUL of the group. People just knew that instinctively. He was a natural born leader. He was an Alpha guy, the driving force behind the group. Several of the other guys may have been classically trained, but Terry brought that raw untamed energy that drove everyone else to unbelievable heights!
@RiverDocs
Ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story with us.
@tonykichenside8443
Жыл бұрын
He was a great guitarist
@dennisellis968
Жыл бұрын
25 or 6 to 4:00 in my 7th grade band played in talent show, and was loaned and first wah wah pedal I ever used, to do the song.I just never learned much about most of the bands and players I've loved many years. learned many guitar solos and didn't even known the persons name. just the band's name. Thanks R/D we'll leave the bell on.
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!! Thanks for watching!
@PatrickShubin
Ай бұрын
Terry Never faded away with me. I last saw him, Chicago , at the Aladdin in Vegas late in 1977. I have Pictures of him and Chicago that I took. Back then, you could walk up to the front of the stage, and I did. I haven't gone to a Chicago concert since, it's not the same without Terry. He Was a Great Guitarist/Vocalist. He was the driving force of Chicago .
@catherinegolding9963
3 ай бұрын
Terry was a talented, soulful, amazing man. ⛰
@rwendell0912
Жыл бұрын
Terry was not overlooked or underrated as some comments suggest.He was greatly appreciated by his band members and other musicians who heard his playing ,everybody spoke highly of him.Don’t know why people say he was underrated,he is known as one of the greatest guitarist of all time.
@ron3676
Жыл бұрын
I've heard him play ALOT ,,you know Chicago on the radio in the 70s / 80s,, terry-R.I.P. The Story you told about his death is mostlikly the truth,,, He Had plans for his solo record,,,SO THIS PROVES IT WAS AN ACCIDENT.,,,VERY SAD. THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS STORY ON TERRY. GOD BLESS.
@bradley-eblesisor
Жыл бұрын
Truly well and tastefully done. I really appreciate your style. 👍👍
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
Thank you much! Appreciate you watching!
@dannyespinosa3978
Жыл бұрын
I seen that Terry documentary very very good
@BeautifulFlower62
10 ай бұрын
Thank you. Great piece on Terry. Michelle’s loving tribute to her father was wonderful. I was crushed when we lost Terry. I was 16! He was a brilliant musician.
@RiverDocs
10 ай бұрын
You are welcome. Thanks for listening. Hope you subscribe.
@tonycannata7241
11 ай бұрын
Great video! Terry was the heart and soul of that great band. They were never the same band without him... RIP Terry
@RiverDocs
11 ай бұрын
Thanks Tony!
@georgeedward1226
Жыл бұрын
Another great video. Very informative.
@rose-ed5ri
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful mini doc. Thank you
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it!
@88cherrie
16 күн бұрын
This is a very nice mini doc. Thank you! ❤TK
@RiverDocs
16 күн бұрын
You're welcome. Glad you like it!
@airmakay1961
Жыл бұрын
Fine mini-doc, well done. A tragic story. What a waste of a spectacular talent, Kath played guitar like it was an extension of his body. The only other guitar player I can think of who has such a natural flow with his instrument is Buckethead. I loved (still do) Chicago as a teen in the '70s, listened to their records, studied their musical scores, and got humbled by trying to keep up with Peter Cetera on my bass. Didn't know about "The Terry Kath Experience," looking forward to watching it. Thanks.
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Thanks for watching!
@gazzer
11 ай бұрын
I don’t think the group ever covered Terry’s talent. I think the chemistry of the group formed an iconic American rock band and the music is timeless. When Terry died Chicago died too for me.
@timothycampbell9994
Жыл бұрын
From 1973 to 1984 I was a chauffeur (limo and private car service ) I was assigned to CBS records and would be invited to go sailing with Terry on Dennis Wilson’s sailboat and went to Catalina Island and talked about growing up in Chicago and seeing the CTA show in Rockford I’ll and found out my dad was his little league baseball coach and I became first call driver for transportation to executives at CBS/Epic records all because Terry , most stores in the limo’s was sworn to secrecy, the love of Chicago Cubs is a bond you get at an early age, PS Great channel
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
Very cool. I got a friend who was on Dennis' saiiboat. It was called the Harmony I believe. He said it was one of the most beautiful boats he ever saw. Great story. Thanks for sharing. Glad you enjoy the channel.
@Twinkie1960
Жыл бұрын
check his song little one….supposedly bout havin to leave his infant daughter to tour and such…very soulful vocal by him
@dougclark7077
Жыл бұрын
Please check out Tell Me -- this song is so powerful it moved me to tears. Why this song was never released as a single, I do not know, but had it been I am convinced it would have been a #1 hit.
@serranodavid3247
Жыл бұрын
What a shame....he was one of the best guitar players of the era....
@OFLHLGZ28
Жыл бұрын
Mega sad……such a shame….he was such a talent
@sophie87371
8 ай бұрын
terry kath is the greatest guitar player i ever heard play boy mazine kath was number one @ claption for years
@thomaskauser8978
Жыл бұрын
For five years I wore out a new Chicago album on Christmas evenings! It hurt as bad as Lennon and just as senseless. Dynamite music and forced other bands to tighten up their sound?
@lauramcintyre483
6 ай бұрын
I agree that Terry was the heart and soul of Chicago. I believe that he was going to leave the group as it was becoming too constricted. He wanted to play his own music and the band only wanted to their hits. He was already putting together a band and had some songs for an individual album. Also, I believe that both Robert and Jimmy had written their best songs in the past. They weren't writing anything that was interesting and new.
@sherrydurham2220
22 күн бұрын
I just saw a doc where his wife said he played russian roulette regularly.
@jamesdrynan
Ай бұрын
As has been noted before, Jimi Hendrix thought Terry was a better player than himself. Kath's gruff, baritone voice was a perfect complement to Cetera's vocals.
@mariagilligan7133
Жыл бұрын
He was only married once to his highschool sweetheart . Her name was pam. Michelle s mother was never married to him. She took on the kath name a😢fter he died. They were not together or were breaking up when he passed.
@sammy2840
11 ай бұрын
Hendricks asked them to tour with them! He said “your guitar player is already better than me”…
@petemarron6677
8 ай бұрын
When I think of the band chicago the last thing that comes to mind is great guitar. I like your channel and subscribe, peace.
@RiverDocs
8 ай бұрын
Thanks Pete. Appreciate it!!
@w.rustylane5650
Жыл бұрын
Terry was such a good guitar player; it's too bad he blew his brains out with a 9mm auto pistol. There will never be another Terry Kath. Just listen to "25 or 6 to 4". Cheers from eastern TN
@johnnyma1731
Жыл бұрын
and i agree with every reason,
@allenbrown1947
Жыл бұрын
Never forget, Hendrix said he was the best guitar player he heard.
@anthonywhiteman4488
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Terry was so underrated. Chicago was never the same after he left us.
@Frankie5Angels150
Жыл бұрын
Terry’s solo on 25 or 6 to 4 to me is the greatest guitar solo of all time. Just mesmerizing.
@michelslaura
Жыл бұрын
I agree !
@jean-philippeperetti8463
10 ай бұрын
100% mate
@commanderthorkilj.amundsen3426
5 ай бұрын
I absolutely agree. It’s seamlessly perfect for the song, memorable to anyone coming of age then, to pump ‘em up! Deserves being called-legendary. So many guitarists overplay solos and lose the essence. Clapton’s weeping, evocative solo on Beatles’ “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” was also perfect for that song, but now, guitarists add too many notes, pyrotechnics. One must listen carefully, but Terry’s guitar work at the Fillmore (same weekend as Woodstock) shows why he’s regarded so highly.
@smittykins
4 ай бұрын
Especially the 1970 Tanglewood concert.
@johnschaefer2238
Ай бұрын
Frankie I agree with you, second favorite guitar solo Pete Ham of Badfinger on the song Constitution.
@toddburgess6792
Жыл бұрын
Chicago rocked with Terry, without him, they just rolled.
@rogm8577
3 ай бұрын
They did some really good stuff later but they lost their rock and their soul.
@vintagevinylvets1187
28 күн бұрын
Well said, would’ve loved to have heard the solo album he was working on.🎧
@rasputinsliver3196
Жыл бұрын
Terry was the heart an' soul of Chicago. He gave their songs life, even an edge. When he tragically passed the band just became a mere elevator music entity. Rest in peace, Terry Kath. 🙏
@bradfordpatterson8770
Жыл бұрын
Amen Brother!
@matthewtaylor7355
Жыл бұрын
BRASS ROCK CHICAGO
@lindaloe
Жыл бұрын
Elevator 🎶 🎵 Music? I Think That's Going Way Too Far!! They Had Some Great 🎶 🎵 Music After Terry Died.
@njlauren
Жыл бұрын
I tend to agree..the album after he died was ok ( alive again), but then they started doing pop balls and the like for MTV.
@MichaelMattison
Жыл бұрын
To me the rest of the band was backup for Terry
@boopah4365
Жыл бұрын
His daughter Michelle did an incredible documentary on her father..Its true, it is one of the best documentaries I've ever seen.
@patrickshubin6824
Жыл бұрын
Chicago was Never the same after Terry's death. He was one of the greatest guitarists Ever ! I was a big fan as I play Sax and Guitar. Last Chicago concert I went to was at the Aladin in Vegas only about 3 months before he died. Took alot of pictures, back then you could walk right up to the stage and take photographs. ! I miss him ! I never saw Chicago in concert again.
@jean-philippeperetti8463
10 ай бұрын
Imagine the career Terry Kath would have had. He was simply amazing. Yes, his solo on 25 to 6 to 4 live is outworldly.
@laurenval2370
Жыл бұрын
Terry Kath is someone I remember as a young female musician who came came from a musical family. I was 12 in Wisconsin when I found out he died. I sat outside of school and cried. I remember his birthday was close to mine. I used to play my organ at home to Color My World and sing along. January 18th was my birthday and my sleepover was dedicated to Terry and Chicago. All songs we danced to were in remembrance of Terry. My father was a musician and he cried when he saw my friends and I dancing to Chicago. Terry will always be remembered and loved for his beautiful voice and beautiful guitar. 😢
@avnrulz
Жыл бұрын
His death, and that of Jim Croce, were the earliest deaths I felt impacted by when I was younger.
@michaelgawel5823
7 ай бұрын
I'll add Bill Chase of the horn band Chase!
@steveavant9727
Жыл бұрын
I grew up listening to Chicago and have all of their early albums, beginning with Chicago Transit Authority. I’ve seen them in concert several times. Terry Kath laid down some of the most amazing guitar work ever recorded as well as memorable vocal work. As others have said, the group just wasn’t the same without Terry.
@davemoyer505
11 ай бұрын
Tanglewood-25 or 6 to 4. His guitar work was incredible. A man possessed! He shreds it. A sad ending to such a promising life. He is missed. 👍🎸🇺🇸❤️
@gnpajeff1
Жыл бұрын
If Teerry Kath and Peter Cetera would have formed there own band and moved on, splitting vocal duties, It would have been an untouchable group ! adding Danny Serafin as well
@desman4398
Жыл бұрын
I saw him play a homage to Jimi Hendrix at the Hollywood Bowl that was one of the greatest solos ever. 50 plus years later I am still moved by that experience.
@rickvia8435
8 ай бұрын
Best guitarist I've ever witnessed - period.
@bradparker9664
3 ай бұрын
You know a guy's good when Hendrix is a fan.
@chriscook5613
Жыл бұрын
I like to listen to the progression of albums he waa on. The music was very tight from the beginning, it only got better as time progressed. Jimi Hendrix loved their tight arrangements and told Terry that he woukd love to do something with him. Jimi has stated what an excellent guitarist he was its something when Jimi is in awe of your musical talents. That speaks volumes as to Terry's abilities from the very beginning
@plantfeeder6677
Жыл бұрын
Terry was truly forgotten by so many. He was always left off top 100 lists till recently people have started to awaken to his phenomenal guitar playing. Due in large part to that outstanding documentary by his daughter. A must see if you haven't already. Thought his solo on Make Me Smile was his finest and their live concert in 1971 at Tanglewood here on yt is Chicago at their finest!!
@windycityrebel
Жыл бұрын
My all time favorite guitarist. Being from Chicago I have heard a lot of their music. Michelle did a very good job on her documentary. I was told by a certain person that if he wouldn't have died him and Jimi Hendrix were planning to make an album together. Imagine that... Terry Kath in Chicago is part of the soundtrack of my life.
@KevyB1990
Жыл бұрын
The fact that Terry had a semiautomatic pistol instead of a revolver is the best proof that it was accidental. Reckless, but accidental.
@nickf9392
Жыл бұрын
I don't believe the band covered up his talent at all. At the outset, the entire band was full of intense energy, and musically, they had a lot to say. And Terrys hard driving edge was very much at the front of the bands efforts, both on stage and in the studio. By the sixth album, the band admittedly said they were all feeling less intense about long soloing pieces, though they kept their creativity, and turned a bit more main stream pop. Terry continued to deliver steaming guitar work thru to the bands final album with him. It's no secret he was partying hard (and long) so much, that the band tried to stage an intervention because they feared for his condition. As chemical abuse goes, the way up can be invigorating, however the down slope takes you to a dark place. He ended up serving too many masters and the world lost a tremendous talent when he passed. People say he was under rated, I don't believe that at all. The band, along with Terry, were purposely snubbed by the critics, not all, but many. Millions upon millions of Chicago fans know exactly who Terry Kath is, and was.
@williamj.sheehan2001
Жыл бұрын
Well-stated perspective, Nick. You offer some good points.
@turkfiles
Ай бұрын
@@williamj.sheehan2001Exactly what I was going to say. Thank you.
@williamj.sheehan2001
Ай бұрын
@@turkfiles You bet, Turk.
@peterk8909
Жыл бұрын
I fell in love with Chicago and specifically Trry Kath the first time I heard "Make Me Smile". His voice, his guitar playing... He influenced my guitar playing as much, if not more than anyone. When he died, I think he took the soul of the band with him.
@pommie5093
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I can only echo what so many others in this comment section have written, Terry Kath was completely underrated-he was also one of the best guitarists I have ever heard. His name needs to be uttered during any discussion of the best of the best.
@DadBradTo5
Жыл бұрын
River Docs: A couple of minor corrections; It was just Walt, Jimmy, Lee, and Robert that had any type of "formal" musical education. With the exception of Walt, none of the other 3 finished out their respective degrees, though Walt's degree was in English, albeit he was nonetheless being "groomed" to play for the Chicago Symphony. Peter, Danny, and Terry were all self-taught. (Just as much of Terry's awesome guitar playing was "overshadowed" by the horns of Chicago, much of Peter's equally awesome bass playing was "overshadowed" by his unique voice! The late-great Buddy Rich (he also being self-taught) spoke highly of the drumming talents of Danny!!) On a different note, my understanding is that Terry never formally married Michelle's (his daughter's) mom (Camellia), which presented some legal issues post Terry's untimely and tragic death. (If anyone out there has more info on that, I'd be open to being corrected, and or further educated). I was a hard-core Terry/Chicago fan from the "Beginnings", having grown up in L.A. from age '64-'74 (age 10 to 20), and my "Introduction" to them was via my Best Friend during my High School days, and whom I'm thankful to say (55+ years later) is still one of the 2 Best Friends I have in this world. ("Thanks", Frank, for introducing me to one of the finest bands (and guitarist!!) in the world!!.. I shall be forever grateful!!)
@shaindaman13
Жыл бұрын
…and yes…not only was Terry Kath a world class guitarist, he had a voice as soulful as ANY Man to ever stand behind a mic.
@lilajagears8317
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for mentioning his great great voice!
@chrisschrecker5497
Жыл бұрын
Takin it uptown still gives me chills with his guitar licks and growling vocal. The Chicago touring today is a pale imitation. I guess it’s fine for the casual fans who just want to hear their hits, but the fact remains that they never found a suitable long lasting replacement for Terry. Keith Howland was probably the closest fill in.
@allenbrown1947
Жыл бұрын
So So True
@boataxe4605
Жыл бұрын
The fact that he was self taught and the rest of the band were trained was what made Chicago special. After his death their training allowed them to make plenty of boring,sappy,music without his wild edge.
@mben-david2064
Жыл бұрын
Terry Kath was a giant;A true genius.He wanted to leave Chicago before he died.he probably would have started a blues band without horns.His daughter Michelle wanted to find that 61 Telecaster which was lost since Terry died.She finally tracked it down in a closet In her Grandmother’s house and hopefully it will be displayed so fans can see it somewhere.Terry and Jimi Hendrix were the guitarists who’s deaths marred my younger years.I will never have enough of their music or their history to satisfy me.
@kc0lif
Жыл бұрын
he is my favourite guitarist. i like Chicago. i got early chicago albums. there is a documentary on youtube about terry. his daughter found that stickers guitar. Chicago never sounded the same after terry died.
@gnpajeff1
Жыл бұрын
Terry Kath is a guitar hero. He is a legend weather the mass public understand that or not. A total shredder and and amazing vocalist as well
@trep53
Жыл бұрын
Very tragic end to his life, totally preventable. It’s important to talk about his death and raise awareness of the dangers of being careless with guns. It sounds obvious but the statistics show a large number of gun deaths are accidental. Yes, he was a great guitar player, singer and writer and had so much more to offer. I enjoyed that era of live music because many bands and Chicago had a very polished tight sound but looked like just regular people. No glam or gimmicks.
@strattuner
Жыл бұрын
CHICAGO didn't want TERRY GOING ANYWHERE,he was the drive,that kept them straight ahead,his guitar was phenomenal,but his vocals carried the band,we who play, know exactly who TERRY was,the world got ripped off when he perished,damn sad RIP six stringer
@dennisangeloni2990
Жыл бұрын
Terry Kath is one of my favorite musicians - so talented on guitar and incredible vocalist.
@jamescrouch3564
Жыл бұрын
Watched the TK documentary. I truly was sucked in learning about TK. RIP Terry 🙏
@davidgillock6425
Жыл бұрын
CHICAGO!!!!! I saw them with Kath in 1971 at Public Hall in Cleveland. One of the greatest shows I've ever seen. One great band. Amen.
@gypsyjj4234
Жыл бұрын
Hi River Docs ~ this is a very sweet thing you've done for Terry Kath. I loved the songs that he sang ~ he really touched my heart ~ and he was gorgeous sexy ta boot ~ I, just like the rest of us, was stunned and hurt hugely that day..... Thank you for letting me know about his daughter's documentary, thank you so much for the great way you seem to keep us together ~ the music will never die 🕊🤍🕯🎶💜💞
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Gypsy!
@jimmoore8951
Жыл бұрын
Terry’s solo album and possible career, stepping away from Chicago, is something the world will always be deprived of. He had so much more in him than what we got to hear with the group. And I don’t believe he was suicidal at all with his wife Camelia and daughter Michelle giving him so much to live for. Check out his song Jenny to his dog on Chicago VI.
@eerievon2946
Жыл бұрын
Musicians know who the good players are. That 1st 10 year period of Chicago, was amazing. All you have to do is whatch and listen to the performances. I think Terry would be happy to know he's held in High regard by his fellow musicians.
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
Well said!
@rabinski
5 ай бұрын
Yes, I always wanted the respect of my peers, they are the ones who know, I could care less what everyone else thinks.
@kevinegan6311
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to put this together. A very nice tribute to a wonderful guitar player.
@HoustonRoad
Жыл бұрын
Great story. Such a sad ending.
@CeresKLee
Жыл бұрын
I saw CTA open for the Jimi Hendrix Experience and I do not think anyone covered up Terry Kath. He was awesome! I wish he never touched a gun. My best friend did the same thing in 1984.
@samsonwoods5448
Жыл бұрын
Being a Chicagoan and a musician, I will always remember Terry, back in the day, I did a pretty good rendition of "I AM A MAN", may he R.I.P. a great guitarist in his own right!!!!!!!
@williamj.sheehan2001
Жыл бұрын
Awesome, Samson! "I'm A Man" was a great tune to sort of rip into if you were playing in a band! Did you handle the guitar part, vocals, or some of each?
@philturner6642
Жыл бұрын
He was way ahead of his time.his solos in particular were just very different from most other players.he incorporatedmany different styles and could piece them together and make it all work.. just awesome he was and maybe never really got the recognition he deserved.
@normanstone8963
Жыл бұрын
The only thing I can add is that when I was in the LA area about 8 years ago, I went to Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale and found Terry's gravesite. I'm not normally a cemetery-goer, but Terry was such a huge part of my life as a teenage musician in the 70's that I had to go. The cemetery wouldn't give out the location of his grave so I had to piece it together from varius sources on the internet. I was sad to see that the plaque that you show on the video was almost totally covered with dead grass. i cleaned the plaque and left a guitar pick. it seemed more appropriate than a flower. While at the site, I called my oldest and dearest friend, who is also a huge Terry fan, and we had a moment of rememberence for Terry. Terry is buried next to his parents, Ray and Evelyn Kath. Ray had a second wife, who was shown on Michelle's documentary, but he was buried with his first wife and his son. People who know guitar know what a talent Terry was. Chicago was never the same.
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
Great story Norman. Thanks for sharing and for taking care of Terry's stone. Peace!
@joshuadurocher8071
Жыл бұрын
I love the beginning of old days he kills it he is one of my fav gutiarists I'm only 38 but I love and know my music and talent and he and jimi are the best both jimis rock on peace out my brother and sisters
@genemcgarry457
Жыл бұрын
Phenomenal Guitarist, just a great musician.
@MichaelBartlettGuitar
Жыл бұрын
As a young boy, it was upon hearing a solo of Terry’s that made me stop and say, I want to play guitar.
@jackd1951
Жыл бұрын
I have to agree with the comments that Kath was the heart & soul of Chicago. In my mind, Chicago was never the same band musically after Terry's death. I also really liked his guitar playing on I'm a Man! RIP
@ddt3831
Жыл бұрын
Chicago changed from a Rock/Blues band to essentially a Soft Rock/Adult Contemporary band when Terry Kath passd away. To me, the fina nail came when Peter Cetera left the band - essentially leaving them as more of a Chicago Tribute band. Terry Kath was the heart and soul of the original Chicago.
@Lewp77
Жыл бұрын
he was great !
@marclindblom9562
Жыл бұрын
He had a great soulful voice also!
@65mule
Жыл бұрын
Terry is still my favorite guitarist ever!
@larryaldama1673
Жыл бұрын
🎸✝️
@JoePonkey
Жыл бұрын
Jimi Hendrix thought that Terry was a better guitar player than himself. Mind-boggling talent. Way ahead of his time. This was a well made, quick and enjoyable mini-doc. Good job. Thank you.
@RiverDocs
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Thanks.
@charlesclark6465
Жыл бұрын
It's nice of you to post this very informative all this was a story I've heard for all of all the time got to see Terry play with Chicago 1970 Sydney Australia fantastic I couldn't have been more proud of my American boys oh by the way play the white Les Paul
@dimebagdave77
Жыл бұрын
This guy's playing just blows me away🔥
@markgaedtke2184
Жыл бұрын
Very respectful commentary of this gifted artist. I appreciate that.
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