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Peter Cetera on InnerVIEWS with Ernie Manouse
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- čas přidán 30. 11. 2009
- Singer/songwriter Peter Cetera sits down with Emmy-winning interviewer Ernie Manouse for a fascinating conversation about the balance between career and family, his days with the pop supergroup Chicago, and his eventual decision to leave the band and go it alone. Episodes of InnerVIEWS with Ernie Manouse are available on DVD at houstonpbs.org.
Still sounds like a Polish kid from Chicago ... well grounded and humble guy, great and underrated bass player
I am a dedicated solid fan of the Terry Kath era... but, with that said, "Hard to Say I'm Sorry" is a pure masterpiece. Peter is the voice of my youth and my teen years. Thanks for the music.
Yes, exactly how I feel too.
I liked Chicago much more in the days when no one took the lead role - Peter Cetera was an important part of that time too.
@@lisaa8795 True, there was never an official leader of. CHICAGO. What people forget is , if Kath had lived he would've left first. If you haven't already , you should see the "Terry Kath Experience" his daughter Michelle interviews the band members, her mother ( Kaths wife) and it shows he already had tunes written for his solo act and according to Cetera he told Kaths daughter that Terry Kath didnt want horns in his music and thats ironic because Pankow said Cetera hated the horns and Lisa thats not true at all. According to Lamm he said "Cetera didnt think every song had to have horns all the time" and Lamm said he agreed with Peter on that subject. Chicago's problem wasnt leadership. The problem was bad songwriting. The song writers in the band during the original line up years, didn't want Cetera writing songs or even do a solo album (Though Lamm did "SKINNY BOY" 1974) The drugs crept in , Kath died and after "Hot Streets" the albums fell flat and the song writers were out of gas due to drugs. Cetera was going to leave before Chicago 16 was a thought, his first SOLO album sank because their label (Warner Reprise) sabatoged it because they didn't want Peter out on his own and Chicago was their ATM. Cetera became the defacto leader by writing/singing the hits himself (along with Foster) and he used that platform to get out of the band and evidenced by two number ones songs shortly after leaving (GLORY OF LOVE, NEXT TIME I FALL) Lol his plan worked.
@@waltersimmons946 I can't believe the band got rid of Peter, he was the one writing and singing. The others who wrote weren't writing hit material. It was a stupid move.
@@lamarravery4094 It was a stupid move and look at how many people keep quitting that band . Lou Pardini quit in February. Robert Lamm seems to think he should've been the front man all along but I never saw that he a voice that was mainstream and had a cross over appeal like Cetera . In other words, he couldn't make it outside of the group. Cetera had the voice, the songwriting skill and the looks. It all boiled down to JEALOUSY and crushed EGOS not on Cetera's part.
Chicago was never the same wthout him. Great , great singer! ❤
Dialogue with him and Terry Kath was one of the best songs.
I loved Peter Cetera in "Chicago." He and Terry Kath made a big difference in the band.
Two of the three primaries. It was definitely Terry's band in the early days and was evolving into Peter's.
@@allenf.5907 which one is your third?
@@v.german11b Robert Lamm.
@@allenf.5907Yes. Lamm is a fundamental essential piece of the group. I think Walter Parazaider for being the founder, the man with the vision to put together a rock group with the support of those brass horns. Amazing talent.
No Pankow no Feeling Stronger Every Day; Colour My World; Just You and Me; Make Me Smile; Searching; Old Days; or Alive Again. To name just the biggest. The “primaries” are Kath, Lamm, and Pankow. No way Cetera.
A class act and one of the best voices ever!
I grew up in the 60s and 70s listening to rock and fusion. Early Chicago was and is one of my favorite bands.
He seems like a reaaaaallly nice and very humble, self-effacing kinda guy. He seems like the kind of person you would really like to have as a friend. It's nice to see someone who is so talented, and so internationally known, to have that kind of personality.
One of my favorite singers. Chicago isn't the same without him.
I think Terry Kath was at least of the same importance...
True. Also, the Yankees aren't the same without Ruth and Gehrig, but they still have lots of fans ... as Chicago does.
They're better off without him
@@lauramcintyre483 For interpersonal issues within the band, maybe yeah. For us fans, no way in hell. Chicago was greater than the sum of its parts. But each member was essential to band's rise to the top in the 70's. Do fans even realize how hard it is to maintain of group of 7 individual, stubborn members (8 when deOlivera joined) together ? Kath apparently wanted to leave and form his own horns-free rock band before his death. Lamm came oh so close to leaving in '79, '80. In the early 80's, Cetera wanted to pursue a solo career all the while staying with Chicago like Phil Collins and Genesis but the group refused.
Chicago Was Terry and peter !! period
best voice of Chicago. he can't be replaced.
True!!!!
I liked Terry better.
@@TheRelgerI like him on "Make me Smile"! I can't imagine any other voice 😃.
On solos I always liked both Cetera and Lamm the most, but I also loved it when they all joined in or took turns. I wish they could have patched things up and stayed together.
Terry Alan Kath
Peter Cetera the former lead singer of Chicago had an unmistakeable soothing singing style. Wrote and co-wrote many of their hits.
Peter Cetera really needs to write a book. Danny Seraphine's book did not touch on the interpersonal relationships of the band or get into the MTV era where Peter got to be the face of the band. Would love to hear about all of that also what it was like in the early days - to be the singer of 25 or 6 to 4, sing with the Beach Boys ,etc. What an amazing history.
I read somewhere that he’s been working on his biography with someone. That was a few years back.
You’re right about that!!!!
Cetera HANDS DOWN, IS AN OUTSTANDING bass player!! Phenomenal!!
Was. He even mentions in this interview that he doesn't really play bass anymore. I'm guessing arthritis can be a real bitch for string pickers.
@@boke75 It's not always arthritis, Peter Frampton is having to stop as well. It could be anything.
Peter Cetera is truly a class act. Amazing songwriter, bass player and singer. A real showman. Chicago has never been the same without the true talent of this gentleman.
Always two sides eh? If you listen to others in the band the rift began when Foster came aboard as their producer and he and Cetera wanted to go with a more contemporary sound of the early 80's, meaning very little or no horns.
I just watched the entire thing, captivating, the interviewer didn't try to be the interview, he asked questions and let Peter talk... BRAVO! It should be a nationally syndicated show!
Nice to see a real interviewer do his job.
I noticed that. Actually I was surprised the interviewer didn’t constantly interrupt. Lol.
At 13, the first Chicago song I ever heard was question 67 & 68. I was visiting my cousins in a suburb of Birmingham Alabama, called Vistavia.
My mother and I were driving on Shades Crest Rd, listening to radio station WSGN, and without an introduction by the DJ, I hear this snappy drum intro, and then horns start blasting through the radio speakers, and the next thing I hear was this shredding guitar lead, and then BOOM, this tenor voice comes out, and it was like a four layered cake, of AWESOME. And my first thought was "what the hell, who the hell is that?". One of the most distinctive, recognizable voices in all of music. To those who might think he has a big ego, I would say you're wrong, and even if he did, he's earned it......Damn! This dude has some kind of crazy vocal-range, and made every song better.
That's exactly how questions 67, 68 hit me; same age, too.
'cept it was a freaking ten-layer cake!! ;-)
you captured that feeling SO WELL.
@@moodylicious No doubt one of many great songs this band gave to us, I am a fan of this band going back to the very early 70's, I'm 62!
Pete is/was such a monster bass-player. I don't think he appreciates what how great he is.
I know this reply is 6 years after your comment but I believe if you were to look up underrated band in the dictionary, the entire band Chicago is in there for the picture! Like I said, 6 years after your original post, I hope you are well!
i do
Yesssss!!
His bass was on point!!!!
Very underrated bass player.
Playboy used to do band rankings and Peter was named bass player of the year several times. I saw Chicago 5 or 6 times and they were my inspiration. Then the Terry Kath tragedy and it broke my heart I never saw them again. As an aspiring guitar Terry drove me. Peter always had a lot of good looking women in the section front of where he stood on the stage. It was cool and the band cooked like nothing I ever experienced. Still gives me chills.
Dude was a boss bass player during the vintage era ending in 1977.
Just an incredible groove running through all those tunes!
They did some crazy badass shit in the 70s. Fantastic music
When Peter Cetera came out in 1986 with The Glory of Love, I heard it on FM radio and my first impression was, boy, another beautiful Chicago song! The music was virtually the same in style with typical Chicago exquisite harmony and orchestration.
That was a David Foster and Peter Cetera orchestration just like Chicago 16 and 17.
Wow. I really was really impressed by this interview. I've never heard Peter just sit down and talk to someone like that. He seems like he's just an ordinary guy who's simply trying to take care of his life and family by doing what he loves to do. VERY cool. Thanks for posting it!
an ordinary guy .....who is super talented almost to the point of being magic, and super smart
My thoughts too!
One of the greatest voices of our time I'm so fascinated by this man.
So glad to hear Pete Cetera say that what makes a song is the melody. The melody of a song a lot of times doesn’t get the credit that it should. A good tune is what we need.
This man is an unbelievable talent. I'd hear him sing and i went into another world. Just a great feeling.
I adore Peter Cetera. His voice and lyrics make his songs unforgetable. They are pure ecstasy to the ears. Bliss.
Soft
Ernie is a good interviewer and Peter is a good interviewee. Enjoyable conversation.
Peter Cetera is super cool and this is a really good interviewer
A really great interview that truly brings a understanding of his reluctance to perform with what’s left of the members of Chicago. To know the singing voice comes from that Chicago Bear fan, beer and sausage eating speaking voice is remarkable. Peter to me is a truly humble gifted artist that has created a stellar catalog of music. He and Terry Kath gave Chicago their greatest period of music. Thankful that through music and video I can dial back to that time and enjoy it at it’s strongest and most vital period.
James Wagner and Bobby Lamm
I'm so thankful I saw this interview. To me it was Peter Cetera was the face and voice of Chicago. When he left, was forced to leave, Chicago was never the same again. Good to hear his story, know that he knew his family was the best part of his life. Saw him in Marion, Ohio a dream come true. God bless you.
Just found this. What a great interview!
This is a super, super interview. Thank you Ernie. You set a man, who is no-doubt wary of interviewers, at ease and provided a great informative interview with this utter doll of a man. Said in a totally respectful complimentary way. This man is an icon. Oh, to meet him, have him as a friend; play and recreate with him would be a dream. I know he is extremely active in his community, is athletic and social. Sorry guys, but I have to say, those wonderful green eyes, dimples, fab hair, great smile!! Such a charming, absolutely lovely man. Never a hint of rancor, or the spiteful jabs, as is found in everything Chicago puts out on mention of Peter.
Admiration!
I wish him the very, very best and all good things: love, success, happiness, fulfillment and inner peace.
What an awesome guy. I still love the early Chicago.
I thought he "left" the band and was kind of Dissing them! I had NO idea what really happened! Glad he clarified the story here! Just thought he was being arrogant, and was forgetting where he came from! Really made me sad! Didn't know the underlying problems.
I figured something REALLY bad must've happened for them not to even talk again, must've been something unforgivable.
I agree
The moment “P.C. Moblee” appeared in the album credits,…. I knew something was up
Peter Cetera is an UN-RECOGNIZED “AMAZING BASS PLAYER”!!!!!🌟✨✨✨✨✨🙏🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
WoW 😮 he is just a regular guy here with a little accent and I only ever saw him looking so professional and perfect singing so passionately! He is a dichotomy. I was in love with him in my young years. His singing blew me away!
We made him all full of himself! He is incredible indeed! Most are smart to go to a solo career really!!! I loved that he did that.
This was a great interview and it clarified for me what really happened with his departure from CHICAGO....I didn't know he played the accordian when he was a kid!!! But things happen when they're supposed to happen right Peter? You are a classy guy and I wish you well....of course I still dig CHICAGO, and for me, no one can really take your place in my mind....thanks for posting this informative interview!!!!!
Chicago 1969-74 the magic years.
I would say 1969-1977 but yes
@@joelp5093 When Terry Kath died.
Yeah fair enough, but imo it did go downhill after ‘74.
@@Warp75 I agree. VII was their last completely solid album. They released plenty of great tracks after that, but also some terrible tracks and their albums / songwriting started to become inconsistent.
@@Warp75 ¹¹¹¹
Peter Cetera has always had an awesome voice ...and I love ALL of his songs.
As a person who grew up in Chicago on the south side, he is dead on about Polish weddings. Lots of my friends in High School were Polish and we ended up at their weddings later on. They were just fun. Drink, lots of drink, dance and have fun. I think I still have a hangover.
Very likable guy. Very talented musician. Thanks, Pete!!!
no matter anyone says peter cetera was the bomb
Very enjoyable interview with a very nice human being who happens to be one of the most talented people in the world. As a copyrighted member of ASCAP I have always revered his talent. Thank you, Peter, for all the wonderful music !!
One of my very favorites, ever. I used to do my best to try imitate his singing, but nobody has a voice like him. I followed him his whole career. Soooo many hits.
Good interviewer! Cool to see Peter Cetera sit for an interview...don't think he does that many.
Peter Cetera is a great storyteller.
Watching this interview and listening to Peter, I feel like he's family. I am of Polish, Italian, Swedish descent. I was born and raised in Northwest IN, about 50 miles away from Chicago, IL. For awhile I lived in Beverly Shores, IN so I am familiar with the Indiana Dunes. Peter talks about Polish weddings and yes, I have fond memories of them. Even though Peter is in his 70's and I'm 57, I still can identify with him. And I agree with the others, Peter's speaking voice is nothing like his singing voice. I am a huge fan of Chicago and also of Peter Cetera's music. Peter seems very humble. When he's talking, I feel like he's an old friend, not a superstar. Listening to this interview took me back in time.
After watching this interview, I agree that Peter is a very humble and down-to-earth person even though he is a very famous singer and musician. He still has the upper mid-western Chicago accent when he speaks. He also communicates with his fans on his website and Instagram videos. He has done many videos recently while on tour in Europe and in Idaho where he lives. I think he really appreciates his fans and shows it when he takes the time to record videos of where he is and what he is doing. I have much respect for Peter and hope he continues to do shows with his band. His fans world-wide will always be grateful for his wonderful music.
@@sharonlaforest6134 I love Peter's accent and I miss it. I'm in Minnesota now so I don't hear the Chicago accent.
Peter Cetera has fascinated me since first hearing Glory of Love out of the blue on KIIS one afternoon. "Wow" I thought. "Great song. Great voice. Who is this guy?" because I'd never gotten familiar with Chicago. Peter seems like a great down-to-earth guy judging from this interview. And I agree with the guy in another video, "Peter will be ranked as one of the five greatest voices in rock some day". Very unique voice with that high register of his.
Badger Tale
You're kidding. That I did not know. And he was talking with the guy about how and why he left the group. That is fascinating.
Walt plays woodwinds not trombone.
Not in the conversation with Lennon, Bowie, Daultey, Paul Rodgers, Jack Bruce, Mercury, Robert Plant, Dio. Elton, Cmon.
I had the pleasure of working with Ernie for two years at Houston Public Media. Great interviewer and a great colleague. Pius this was a great interview.
Peter cetera Terry kath and also their phenomenal Chicago drummer in the beginning were my favorite three people of the band
To those saying he blew it by leaving Chicago, are you serious? The guy had ten number one hits as a solo artist, and even won an Oscar. They were the reason he left, not the other way around. He simply refused to be given an ultimatum. Chicago was great, my favorite band infact, but his success as a solo artist was unprecedented. Very few artists have gained as much success after going solo then Peter Cetera.
bruss25 - and what was amazing is for those first ten years after going solo he got NO SUPPORT or PROMOTION for the record label he was signed; WARNER.
Actually he didn't win an Oscar but was nominated for one.
Yes if I had been a member of the band with Peter on lead vocals, I would have kept my head down and worked very hard!!
Memo to Chicago guys - That was your birthday!
He will always be the voice of Chicago. When he sang . His voice grabbed your attention. Nobody has that distinctive voice like he had.
This is my favorite interview with Peter he seems so honest loves his family he is so incredible
Gosh, can I just sit & stare at & listen to him forever ?? :-)
TERRY; LOCKED on to his ability to " never run out of riffs&licks" . the structure of his solos flowed soooo well, enough said.
I was lucky enough to see Chicago in the 1980's when they were promoting 17 and Peter was still with the band. Top stage performer.
Saw him last night in Costa Mesa,CA.What a talent and what an amazing voice.All I could hear from the audience during and after the concert was "Did you hear that voice".Nobody can deny after going to his concert that this man is a true artist.All I can hope for is to see more of him.God bless.
when i heard 25 or 6 to 4 i was impressed with the guitar solo and Chicago was on the map ,then the other hits came one behind another, but what call my attention was the singer with tenor range, that was Peter cetera, he had original sound voice ,original style , great high vocal range..Celine Dion said your voice is your "kit of survival" .Pete Cetera left Chicago and his voice kept hitting the charts.
Back in the early 70's do you know how much a double album cost in Japan? Each costed 3600 yens which was equivalent of more than $100.00. I had to save half of my lunch money for a long time to buy them. That's how much I loved Chicago back then. All 7 original members were so great, each was talented.
What a likable guy. I met him with Chicago in '78 at the Nederlander hotel before his gig at U of Cincy. Cool interview. His brother does a Chicago tribute band that's pretty tasty as well.
Kenny should have been brought in to sing!
I always admired Chicago first because of Terry Kath and always because of Peter Cetera. Underated bass player. Chicago was never the same after he was forced out.
Wow. His speaking voice is nothing like his singing voice. And even though I figured he's from Chicago, I didn't realize his accent was so strong.
Yeah, after decades I realized he had an accent.
@@andyrudy8627 His mannerisms are very "Chicagoish" as well 😉 He reminds me of any number of Chicagoans I've known / hung out with over the years.
@@kimosabbe50 yeah, never thought of that. Both are very subtle.
Omg!! I just realized this!!! It’s so crazy! I was looking for that comment!! Lol
I don’t notice any accent . ?
Great interview, have always enjoyed his music and have had some great concert experiences going back to '75. Really enjoyed the part of him being a fan of McCartney. No offense to the Jason but Chicago has never been the same without him.
remember cetera from chicago in the 70's ..of course... and his voice and bass have always remained with me from that time ... a unique voice and talent. ..
Peter Cetera is a National Treause he is one of those artists that if you meet him you'd go WOW! And bow down! Terrific music and terrific voice and stage presence. The whole package!
he's aging like a fine wine
Unlike some singers, his speaking voice sounds nothing like his singing voice. This makes his awesome singing even more incredible.
yeah I thought that too
He's not a true 1st tenor, that's why his voice isn't very high. Much of his Chicago stuff was just slightly beyond his true range
I’m the same. I’m a baritone to deep baritone speaker but I can hit most of his notes clean at my full voice. My singing tone also sounds rather high as well for my speaking voice. I love his singing voice it’s so unique too.
this is the exact reason i watched this video and it's the first comment on the page.
Peter cetera sound good
wonderful artist/singer... I really miss those days living in the U.S. back in the 70's when Chicago was getting really big.... Life was better for all of us back then.... Glad I had the chance to be there.... Peters music brings so many memories... Love the old vids at caribou ranch...
The 70s wasn't all rosy as you said. Stagflation, oil crisis, Ted Bundy, Vietnam War, racism.
Would love to read an autobiography written by this man...Peter Cetera...awesome talent, dreamy voice when he sings with such ❤️ No one else measures up to his excellence..
A favorite song for me and someone special.."You're the Inspiration" and he is ❤❤❤❤❤!
You're the Inspiration was our wedding song in 1986 ❤
I heard 25 or 6 to 4 in my early teens 1970 so impressed by it just what a blend. they all merged together on stage great voice(s) great bass great everything just a great band.
Nothing but CLASS!!😎
I don't think Peter's departure from Chicago was a matter of him quitting the band or him being forced out, but simply a matter of a time for change. It's happened for most bands, including the Beatles.
Still, what an amazing era for the band Chicago.
I absolutely love this man...I could listen to him for hours. He’s simply “The Best of the Best”! I guess you could call me one of his biggest fans...”Love You Forever”, Peter Cetera! 😘
Marsha Schwartz And tell me that this man is not handsome..
Peter is “My Inspiration”, “I’m addicted”to you Peter, ‘cause “You’re a HARD HABIT TO BREAK! ❤️🥰 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I remember growing up in the eighties when his voice was always on the radio!
His voice was always on the radio in the 70's also. Questions 67 and 68 is one of my all time favorites!!!
Great interview of an outstanding performer. Chicago, the original guys, are and always have been my favorite band.
He seems like such a nice person!
Thank you Peter for your musical dedication and great memories. My dad loves Chicago and Peters solo albums.
He was and is the voice of Chicago's greatest hits, at least of their early hits, and when I hear his voice, I think Chicago. His solo career, I would think, is just as big.
Too many fail to note how great a bass player he was . . . listen to I'm a Man with the bas turned up! Awesome!!!
Amazing Singer! He is one of my favorite singers of all times. He was amazing in Chicago!
Never get tired oh him!!!!🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Love Peter Cetera can’t get enough of his music & that voice ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Cetera then proposed a working arrangement similar to the one that Phil Collins and Genesis had at the time with Collins still being a member and touring with Genesis while also doing some solo work at the same time. Chicago's management and the rest of the group declined the offer, resulting in Cetera leaving Chicago around July 1985.
He was the best in Chicago.
I've been obsessed with learning more about the band Chicago and Peter Cetera lately. I grew up with all of their music, and its so interesting to learn how they started and moved on from there. I saw Chicago in Vegas without Cetera in 1995 . Later, I saw Cetera in 2012. ❤. I definitely would have appreciated them more if I had known what I know now about them. 😅❤
Thank you SO MUCH for posting this interview! I so love that man!
I have met and spoken to Bill Champlin after is concert in Zoetermeer Holland and i asked him why he left Chicago. His answer was that he did not want to talk about that, but that he did not leave the band by himself. Now i understand. Bobby Lamm and Jimmy Pankow were i Think the main reason the band spilt with there important members. So said. Also the reason the get rit of Danny Seraphine is not the way it should be. And look now what they have! I still love their songs with Terry and Peter and also Bill! Never be so good! Thanks Peter, Terry, Jason and Bill for the good times!
Champlin was forced out, and Tris Imboden was pushed out because he needed shoulder surgery. Jason needed time with his family, but taking time off was frowned upon in Chicago. Chicago has lost some wonderful musicians thanks to that all or nothing attitude. Might have worked out for the best for Bill as he's truly been through some tough times. I just adore him, no-nonsense guy with a great sense of humor and still sings and performs so well.
Champlin had some serious health problems a few years back (still does) and he lost his son to cancer. Thankfully, he is still performing and recording. He's also on very good terms with Pete, Danny, Tris, Jason.
He's a tough cat with a heart and voice of gold. I heard he talks with Pete a few times a year.
What the band did with Danny wasn't cool. He was depressed and had a hard time adapting to the new sound. Knowing how Pankow and Lamm behaved, as they were still fragile from the changes, you'd think they'd be supportive, but that's not the case.
Chicago should thank Danny for bringing in David Foster and Champlin. I doubt Chicago would have lasted much longer without the boost. Anger, sadness, and jealousy are a dangerous combo. Pete would have left earlier, Lamm next, and the band would be gone by 1981.
Pankow has done some session work for Toto.
I'm shocked that Chicago didn't grab someone like Joseph Williams or even Bobby Kimball, once they cleaned up. Joseph cowrote "What You're Missing" with Jay Gruska for the 16 album.
Before this gets any longer... 😊
I have been playing bass guitar since 1969 and my first influence was Peter Cetera, his playing on the first 11 chicago albums was stellar.
+jd2616 Cetera was an outstanding bassist, capable of playing all music genres and singing high end vocals at the same time. Not an easy thing to do. He created some great bass lines on many of Chicago's songs.
+Robert G. I agree..Loved his early work...Peter and Geddy were my influences
Peter Cetera and Benjamin Orr (of blessed memory) were my influences to play bass...Rabbi Derrick Whitt
how is he NOT a popular bass reference or named as an influence by bass players from the past several decades is disappointing.
Your influence should have been a true bass player, John Entwistle or Jaco.....Cetera is not even in the top 100...
Peter Cetera seems to be very humble, looks like he doesn't realize how good he is as a singer and phenomenal bass player.
Trust me, he knows. Not knocking him, love him to death. But he knows.
It is very seldom that a musician feels they are what they should be. The likes of Jeff Beck - who the likes of Clapton, Page, Bonamassa an everyone else bow down to - is constantly in search, always standing on that creative cliff, waiting to take that next leap. Mr. Cetera is likely like that; striving for that which will forever seem somewhat out of reach. Also, Paul McCartney is a hero, and despite being tremendous in all he does, he will always be looking up...being a fan.
TruthHurts58 Know him?
@@TruthHurts58 Good! He is a musical songwriting GIANT and that phenomenal one of a kind, world-class voice. He put such passion and feeling into every songs he performed. I love that about him!
Don't forget, that's him playing the 12-string guitar lead and rhythm in If You Leave Me Now. His playing is so feelingful.
First, let me start by saying that I am a huge Peter Cetera fan. He is an incredibly talented singer, songwriter, bass player, and performer. I cherish my memories of seeing him in concert with Chicago, and I am still moved by the magic of those performances. It was perfect chemistry, and together, as a band, they made some of the most powerful, innovative, and beautiful music in the history of 20th century American rock.
Peter also strikes me as a highly intelligent, thoughtful, and sincere guy. But, in regard to his recollection that Chicago forced him out of the band, there seems to be a little bit of a revisionist history spin to the story.
Truly speaking, the individual band members of Chicago were always very accommodating to Peter's needs and wishes. They showcased him in many of their songs, as well as onstage. When Peter wanted his brother, percussionist Kenny Cetera, in the band, Chicago created a spot for him. In addition, the band never tried to stifle Peter artistically, or prevent him from pursuing solo projects. Robert Lamm had many such solo projects, and Peter himself released a solo album in 1981, while he was still with Chicago, so it is difficult to buy that explanation as justification for the split.
In previous interviews that he conducted during the mid-1980's, Peter indicated that it was his decision to leave the band because "it was time for him to move on." In this interview, Peter changed his story, and stated that he was "pushed out" of the band, but in his recent interviews, he seems to have accepted more responsibility for the breakup, and he now refers to it as a "mutual decision."
No one begrudges Peter Cetera for wanting to pursue his personal artistic goals and ambitions. It happens all of the time in the music business. At the same time, however, Peter has to recognize that legions of Chicago fans still wonder what might have been, if only he could have swallowed a little of his pride, worked out his differences, and stayed in the band. Reading between the lines of some of the statements that Peter made in this interview, it sounds like he has been wondering the same thing himself.
I agree with a lot of your post, Jeff. It's obvious that you love the band as much as the rest of us do. In fairness to Pete, I'd say the pride swallowing is probably a two way street at this point. That being said, it's tragic that a bunch of grown men in their 70's can't bury the hatchet and at least reunite for a one night only show and DVD to celebrate their 50th anniversary.
thanks for summing that up nicely, it is too bad for us as we all wonder what Chicago would be if Cetera had stayed- sure do miss those days -that music is the best!
Funny thing is, notice Peter mentions talking to his ex-brother in law the morning of the interview, that ex-brother in law was Robert Lamm and it was around this time that Robert admitted to having chatted with Peter about the possibility of a reunion of ANY type, it seems Peter, just like the Hall of Fame induction, just didn't want to do it another point that makes being PUSHED OUT hard to buy...
Poem 58 well stated. I'm not buying his being pushed out. Lots of factors at play here, the most being Kath was gone. The real glue was Kath , despite his wanting to start a band called Cook County in California. His F.U. for not showing at RRHOF ceremony is still stuck in many a craw. He was wrong and he knows it.
Just wanted to say... very well expressed! I was a HUGE Chicago fan growing up. I never understood why Peter left Chicago completely, in what appears from the outside as very bitter. And... He left no potential opening for a return or even just a reunion. The bands I've had the honor to be in?... My guess on this departure? Some sort of extreme event had to have occurred with Peter and Chicago band mates. And... I'm guessing no one in the band or Peter will ever address it in public. To which I would have to say... They shouldn't. Well wishes to all of the members of Chicago and their families. Past and current.
Great bass player and great vocalist and a nice guy Chicago have never been the same since losing the great terry kath and peter cetera
Chicago lost Terry, Peter, and Danny. Then Walt.
@@lamarravery4094 I read that Walt has health issues. Best wishes for better health.
It always saddens me that no one ever thnks to as Peter about his relationship with Terry Kath, because it really appeard to me that Terry was very inspirational to Peter, that really they both drew energy from each other. Not the mention the amazing mix of Peter and Terry's voices whenever they harmonized. Peter's higher smooth voice mixed with Terry's lower bluesey rough voice. If Peter ever misses that amazing mix.
Pianoman 70s style Kath was really dumb to think that gun was unloaded.
He probably wasn't so much dumb as maybe over-tired or had partied too hard that he just didn't check the chamber. Maybe he figured if the clip wasn't in that it was safe. Just my opinion, the only one who knows is the guy whose house he was at, Don Johnson (not the actor) and I've never heard him speak of that night.
Ruprecht The Monkey Boy Goes without saying. Heartbreaking to lose that talent.
I agree. I have also seen many pictures of those two together. I have also observed in many of the videos posted here from the 70's, that Peter often would look over to his right on stage and smile at someone who I believe was Terry. He would do this quite often while singing a song. I do believe they were good friends and Peter made a comment at one time that what went on in the band happened with him and Terry. They were the two best in Chicago.
Do a google search on Chicago band members. Click on Peter Cetera. When that opens, scroll down to the link that says Peter Cetera Biography. The comment he made about himself and Terry is stated there.
This really hit me. I knew Peter's name. Until now i didnt really know him. Abso-freaking-lutely love this and Peter.
Peter cetera and Terry Kath were the heart of Chicago!
Great vocalist. His voice resonates like a violin string. Very hard to emulate! I miss his duets with Terry.
Cetera has the most unique voice and if he wanted to do a solo album the band should have understood that his voice should be heard on his own stuff i think he is shy and underrated as a singer songwriter bass player
I saw Peter Cetera in New Orleans, (Gretna), Louisiana a few years back at Gretna Fest. I absolutely LOVED his performance & he sounded like he did 35-38 years ago!! LOVE him still. A good man and one of THE best artists out there.
"Chicago" was just a different band when Terry Kath died. I can understand why they continued...even after they fired Cetera but when they fired Danny Seraphine ? THAT was when they "sold out". THAT was inexcusable !
Since Danny Seraphine was fired, Chicago has never been successful again!
They fired Danny because he just couldn't drum anymore. They fired cetera because the horn players were jealous
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They fired cetera because he wanted more money and less touring. He already has in his contract for solo work.
A fascinating interview. I only wish it were longer! Thanks for sharing.
Wow! What a beautiful, humble, down to earth man for someone who has so much incredible talent! Imagine if modern music artists who can't sing, read or write music or play an instrument were like this.
He comes across as a really nice bloke!
He is, my father worked with him back in his Cal David and the exceptions days and I got to meet him backstage in August of 72' at Pine Knob Music Theater, now know as the DTE Energy Music Theater.
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I must've seen them 100 times at Pine Knob
dte now gal!
jagara1 He really miss a nice guy. Played a show with him while in a Beatle tribute band. He was so enamored with US! We said- dude, you just sang 20 top ten hits of YOURS, and you think WE'RE cool?!?
I loved seeing this. Peter rarely does interviews and is a very private person. It was nice to see him talk so candidly and do an in depth interview. Thank you, Peter, and thank you INNERVIEWS. The man just gets better and better.
Very good interview. He comes across as being very humble and sincere. I have watched several interviews of him and each time when he is asked why he left Chicago, he seems to refer to that as an emotional issue that he describes as a "bad marriage." I think he was uncomfortable back then with the egos of the other guys. He was an integral member of that band and his vocals made that band famous. After he left, the music just was not the same.
An amazing voice and a soulful bass player. ❤
Viva Cetera! Love when he discusses forgetting his own name when he met Sir Paul. Once at a Chicago concert I was directed to an alternate ladies room. On the way out, my friend and I literally bumped right into Peter Cetera as he and the rest of the band were coming in the back entrance of the building. I was flabbergasted and started walking backwards but facing him and kept saying "You're umm, you're um". He laughed and said, "Yep, I'm um". patted me on the arm and kept walking. What a man!
awwww