Terry was one of those rare guys who when he was in the zone he practically became his guitar, pure passion. Criminally underrated singer as well in my opinion.

One of the best examples of lead guitar playing ever caught on film.....note that Terry BARELY looks at his hands during this earth shattering solo.....not sure there is another guitar player that is as underrated as Mr. Kath in the history of mankind.....and of course the whole band is on fire!

Watching Terry Kath play guitar is like watching Joe Cocker sing. He put everything he had into it. What a musician!

The original Chicago. God, there was nothing better. Their second album is absolute smashers first cut to last.

I saw Chicago with Terry 8 times. There isn't a word to describe the experience for watching play was almost mystical. When he left us too early, the heart and soul of the band was gone.

Everybody mentions Kath, who is fantastic, but that bass line from Cetera is awesome and never gets mentioned, plus he's singing!

Really appreciate the way you let Terry play it through the first time, instead of talking all over it. Then went back and broke it down. Very respectful, and well done.

I have long considered this to be his best solo on this tune. Even better than the iconic one on the album. He just never held back. Every gig was 110%!!!❤

No matter how many times I see this version, I am amazed...astounded. All live & smooth & raw. Dang.

I love how Terry is starting the song whether everyone is ready or not. He was so ready to jam this one.

I've said it lots of times before: Terry Kath could access "the zone" at will. Just watch him. As soon as the solo starts, that dude is completely off in his own world.

To me, it was clear that during Terry's solo, HE was setting the pace. Everyone else in the band was following *him*, and not the other way around. What a master he was! Huge fan of him and the band.

Focus in on any instrument any time you listen to this live version and you'll be amazed. There's just no weak links in a band like this. Great reaction, Michael! This was a banger!

Terry was a bassist before taking the guitar chair. Also a phenomenal vocalist. Definitely one of a kind.

Kath was just blistering the whole song.... What a guitarist we lost when he died.... Hendrix, when asked how it felt to be the greatest guitarist in the world, said, "I don't know; you need to ask Terry Kath." Hendrix toured with Chicago once and got see Kath every night.

I am a keyboard player but I love this channel for the music theory lessons. I saw Chicago in 1969 when they were still CTA. First concert I had ever been to. Terry was amazing!! The whole band was great. Opening act was another horn band from San Francisco called "Cold Blood." Lead singer was a woman named Lydia Pense. She is still preforming. I will never forget this experience. Thanks Michael for all that you do. Love your passion. You help me keep the keys in my hands!!!!

Of that blistering lead, so many notes picked full, not all pull offs and hammer-ons. He was a monster player. So underrated.

This entire concert is mindblowing

Every time I watch this performance, I fully expect his guitar to burst into flames.

Terry Kath had one of the greatest right hands that ever graced a stage.

This is a classic! As good a guitarist as any from that period, he was truly amazing, pity he died in such a stupid way, he had so much more to offer 😥

Ah, those were the good old days! No dancing troupe, no hi-tech light show, no designer backdrops. Just a messy, wire-covered stage full of talent. Man, they were cookin' this one!

One of the all time greats. Never really gets enough attention but man was unbelievable.

I’ll say it again the talent on that stage will never be repeated!

There have been countless great musicians and bands, and it's easy to focus in one or two and say "that's the best it's ever been done!" However, when I listen to Chicago live I'm convinced they were one of the absolute elite. Every musician, song, performance....impeccable from start to finish. This group had it ALL: great songwriting, elite musicianship, PASSION, extraordinary vocals, and attention to detail. No one artist or group is "The Best," but few have done it as well as Chicago.

This is my favorite concert recording of all time. I come back to watch it a lot!

Thank You!!! Mr. Kath is probably THE most underrated guitarist! Here in this he is Eric Clapton and Frank Zappa combined! Even sprinkle in some Hendrix! He is all these guitarists in one! Love his tone here! And like you said...his playing to rhythm. This is what separates him from a "shredder." I personally can only take so much of shredding. But Mr. Kath's rhythm/sense of time makes this beautiful! It's like a bluesy, fonky, concerto!

Terry Hath is such a hidden gem in the guitar world.

25 or 6 to 4., Always what's a big smile on my face. No matter what I'm going through that day.

Terry’s tone came from 5 things, his two hands, his guitar, a Wah-Wah pedal and an old tube amp that actually picked up some local radio stations causing the heavy reverberation sounds.

This may be one of the greatest rock songs of all time. There are so many layers to it and every single member of the band is just on point.

One of my favorite vids of Chicago- pure chaos in the beginning - drummer can't quite get the (ride?) symbol to stand, people helping him- meanwhile Terry starts feeling it and just launches, they pull it together just in time and man how good was that...

Mike’s face melts a million times, classic reaction. There is actually a second full solo; which is hard to find. Love to see you react to “ Make me Smile” from the same concert.

That smile when the horns came in. Oh man, why can't people make music like this any more? I know, I know. My "old man yells at clouds" is showing.

This is my favorite Chicago song to sing and play. Thank you for breaking it down. I’ll play it your way. Hey, this video is 25 or 6 minutes long 😂❤

I highly recommend watching this whole concert in full it’s fantastic and mesmerizing watching Terry and guys do their thing..

Thanks for this. More Terry Kath!!! Kath is criminally underappreciated in the realm of guitar heroes, songwriters, and arrangers. See his daughter's documentary as soon as you get the opportunity.

Terry Kath is so underrated. I always loved his playing and incredible energy. Not only could he play he could sing very well. If you want to get blown away by him, watch "Make Me Smile" from the same show.

One of Hendrix's favorite players. This performance puts an exclamation point on Jimi saying "you gotta see Chicago live to appreciate them".

TK was a great guitarist and the horn section was brilliant! The horns reminded me of another favorite band of mine,Tower of Power!

Brilliant breakdown Michael! Terry was lost way too soon, but luckily left us with a few gems. I love your approach. Peace and love from NC.

Was on a Paul David video when this notice came up on KZfaq. Had to jump over.

When I watched the Tanglewood video of 25 to 6 to 4, my son’s comment afterwards (he is 24) was, “Boy, that band sure was loud.” Ladies and gentlemen, I have totally failed as a parent. 😊

I think their cover of The Spencer Davis Groups cover of I’m a Man will also interest you. A bit of Kath’s own style mixed in with Hendrix style and more. lol

Peter Cetera gets a lot of hate for the direction he took the band after Terry died, but man he was a great underrated bass player.

Before I even started playing guitar , he's solo in the studio version hook lined and sinker me into what I strive for in a solo. You have so many guitar greats likes Hendrix ,Stevie ray ,Johnny winter and so many more coming from that era but this guy was the one who really made me wanna play guitar solos. That wah sound! Great video!!

Was present at this concert... Tanglewood (not far from where I lived in Western Mass)... Summer of freshman year in college (University of Massachusetts-Amherst)... BUT... Terry Kath wasn't the only INCREDIBLE guitarist we heard that summer at Tanglewood... The Who & Santana also performed at Tanglewood that summer... Santana... Townshend (whom I later got to meet while working a Super Bowl in Miami). Not sure too many music fans can say they attended concerts during the same summer with The Who, Santana & Chicago... If you have had a similar two months, good on you too!

Terry Kath is so incredibly underrated. Always loved this era of Chicago.

My first rock concert was either Terry Kath's last or penultimate show. Dad took me either to November 30th or December 1st, 1977 at Oakland Coliseum Arena. First rock concert with friends was Rolling Stones at Candlestick Park. Alas, that ticket stub is missing too.

So glad you did this one. Terry Kath is my all-time favorite guitar player.

Terry Kath 🎸 legend

His dynamics and the odd rhythmic structure of some of his licks is just so special, he's amazing!

Haven’t heard this one in quite some time. Great tune!

This is Michael’s best reaction video. I’ve never heard him chant so many times for a solo and then say let’s start over. I love Terry’s playing.

Subscribed!! I was lucky to see Terry in concert twice. Incredible player- Singer-Songwriter. Introductions is all one needs to hear. Thanks for making this video. Awesome!!

Excellent video. The trombone on this song is one of my favorite things ever. TK is a god! Thank you for making it.

I saw an interview with Lamm where he said Terry was a big improviser live. And sometimes he would back himself into a corner while soloing and then would muscle his way out of it. Incredible energy. Fun to watch him man handle that guitar. At times its seems like hes going to break the neck. His 7 minute solo on south california purples on the carnegie hall album is another masterpiece

So excited for this! I've shown this Terry Kath solo to so many people and it never fails to impress.

One of my all-time favorite songs. Lots of layers and great sounding music

I got to see them in concert in the early 70's what a fantastic band. Terry Kath was a amazing. Of course Danny and Peter are no slouches either. The horn section was unbeatable then. I was a drummer ina garage band back then and couldn't wait to see Danny, but was wept away by everyone else too. On the record Danny does this great flam on the backbeat but in concert just through it in once in awhile. You can tell by the pace of the live version he was just keeping amazing time. Good job on the break down. I remember being in total shock when I heard Terry had died. I just couldn't believe it. I would love to see where his music would have gone had he still been with us.

Love this performance! You gotta look up Leonid and friends! They cover the Terry Kath era, and so much more!

Thanks for this informative and enjoyable analysis!

Just wanted to send some love for taking this one on. Cheers, Michael!

I can’t believe you even attempted to dissect this! Thank you! This has been my favorite song since it can out. Yes, I’m old. Terry was why Chicago was my favorite band until he passed. He doesn’t get near the discussion he deserves. Thanks again!

I cant think of anyone I know who plays guitar, that wouldn't have the exact same reaction as you throughout that solo section (especially the fist pump/shout). I've seen that performance many times and I completely agree. Its like Terry Kath is the hero of our story.

I just can't get over how great a song this was, and still is! Chicago ends their concerts with this song. But, this song was released in the summer of 1970!! Musically, it just rocked the music airwaves back then, and Still does down to this day! How many songs have done that over the decades?! Awesome!

so glad you got to this one at last michael, ..totally relate to your reactions, ,its unbelievable talent for 1970,, i can`t get over how many times i`ve listened to it in all these years it still hits the spot. i was 17 😂👍👍👍

Love Chicago! and your passion too! Music is sooo awesome 🎉❤

There could be an equal guitar solo somewhere….and an equal band performance somewhere……. But there will never better …. ever ! I’ve been mesmerized 100s of times watching this , and I’ll watch it 1,000s more , I’ll never tire of it … Simply the best , truly the best . Bass magic from Peter .. The rest of the band superb Peace from BC Canada 🇨🇦

Dude was awesome - Jimi loved this dude's playing -

Amazing guitarist. all off the dome. Real time. Talk about being in the moment. Crazy good.

I just came across your video man, I am not a guitar player, (never gave it a serious try) I'm a singer/drummer. To me T. Kath was the best ever.... Love your reaction during the TK Solo. How can anyone not Smile with amazement when watching TK play. Love the break down man. Your the best.... Thx

I was in high school when this came out , it blew my mind then and still does , tht guy was something else .

YESSSSS FINALLY!!!! I cant believe this was 4months ago and i didn't see it till now. Ive been waiting for this moment!! Thanks mike

YES!!!!! This is so epic! Great choice!

so friggen raw.....Terry puts everything he has into it plain and simple, can give 2 shits what anyone thinks.....just him and that guitar.....love this

This was an eye opening song for me when I was a kid. I saw a band cover this live and it blew me away. To this day one of my favorites

NOOO the set up is great! Terry starts going before the drums are set and then the drummer gives the cue and it’s go time!

Great job, I enjoyed it. Thank you…

I never noticed it myself, but I read one time that someone thought Terry Kath sounded like Ray Charles when he sang. I got to thinking about it and he really did…almost in an uncanny, unnoticeable way! For some reason, most people don’t associate their voices. I just got through watching this all the way through, and watching Terry literally brought tears to my eyes because he was sooo incredibly good. It was just the epitome of someone being what psychologists call a “self-actualized” person, and being absolutely the best they can be. It is just an emotional thing to watch because he’s so otherworldly. And for the world to lose someone like this at such an early age because of a senseless accident…it’s just so incredibly sad. It’s like losing John Lennon…so sad and unfair to the world. How much did the musical world miss out on because they died so early?! 🫤 And by the way, let’s don’t forget that Jimi Hendrix told Terry Kath that Terry was better than him. That pretty much says it all as far as Terry’s talent. I really don’t think it’s possible for anyone to be any better than Terry. There’s just so high a human being can reach and I think Terry reached the pinnacle.

that was a great teaching moment. Thank you

THANK YOU…thank you thank you. Terry Kath and his tone got me to pick up a guitar….!!!

I don't know how I missed this reaction. It's great to see someone feature Terry Kath and Chicago. I grew up listening to Chicago (high school) and their first five albums are insanely good. Love to see more people exposed to Terry Kath and Chicago's early work. No mention of Kath's dynamics to which he was a master.

One of my FAVORITE SONGS, before I even knew who Terry Kath is/was 🥺.

def my favorite Chicago song. a stone cold jam!!!

Terry Kath, GOLDEN being. No words.

Awesome song by this great band. Terry Kath easily rates in my top 3 rock guitarists of all time, if not #1. I was fortunate to have seen him and Chicago live almost 50 years ago. This video clearly captures his incredible artistry and talent. I’m no guitarist myself, I tried but couldn’t get my left and right hands to talk to each other, but I found this reaction and analysis to be extremely interesting. Thank you.

999 likes, I had to make it 1k. Always love watching you, being a newer teacher my self in the last few years; I always appreciate your theory insight being self taught all my life. Rockin' channel! Would love to learn from you one on one, that would be rad.

There was only one Hendrix one Page and then Terry Kath. I don’t hardly see how you can say one was better that the other. Three of the greatest that ever played the guitar!

Bought this LP when it came out, played it constantly, still have it to this day. Saw the Terry Kath Doc. a few years ago, what a tragedy that was.

Great job of analyzing this incredible solo, even today one of the best solo’s of all time. Listen to Danny Serapheni ? Jamming on the drums😊

One of the greatest guitar solos ever!

I love Terrys voice as well especially on Make me Smile.

Excellent video and analysis of the great Terry Kath.

Nice breakdown!

Great video! Thank you! 👍😎❤️

Your ears are insane! Well done.

f'ing incredible sound for 70s live, just amazing how on and in and together...

Fantastic reaction to one of the best ever!!! RIP Terry Kath!!

"Is that how it ends on the record?" - followed by some real hard thoughts about that closing chord progression. THIS. This reminds me of high school me 20+ years ago learning guitar after hearing this song. Sitting there with my guitar and an old rough "Chicago Transit Authority" LP trying to learn by ear... Loved your video - I know it wasn't your intention, but man, that brought back some good memories!