Beau Rivage Theatre in Biloxi, MS
Sun, May 10 at 8:00pm
About this Event
Chicago formed in 1967 in Chicago, Illinois. Their founding members included Walter Parazaider (woodwinds), Lee Loughnane (trumpet), James Pankow (trombone), Robert Lamm (keyboards), Danny Seraphine (drums), Terry Kath (guitar, vocals), and Peter Cetera (bass, vocals). At first they called themselves The Big Thing, then Chicago Transit Authority, before shortening the name to simply Chicago in 1969. From the beginning the band stood out for combining a full horn section with rock instrumentation, plus influences from jazz and classical music — making a sound that was ambitious, layered, and different from many of their contemporaries.
Over the years Chicago achieved both commercial success and artistic acclaim. Their debut album (Chicago Transit Authority, 1969) was a double album — uncommon for a first release — and produced songs like “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?”, “Beginnings”, and “Questions 67 and 68.” Their second album (also known later as Chicago II) continued their fusion of rock, jazz, and pop, with tracks such as “Make Me Smile” and “25 or 6 to 4.” Through the 1970s the band released a string of top-selling albums and became known for ambitious productions, horn-driven arrangements, and strong songwriting. In the early 1980s they shifted somewhat toward more pop and ballad styles, yielding huge hits like “Hard to Say I’m Sorry,” “You’re the Inspiration,” and others. The album Chicago 17 (1984) became their best-selling album, in part because of its polished production and strong singles.
Their longevity is one of their most remarkable achievements. Chicago has sold over 100 million records worldwide, with many gold and platinum albums. Their success has spanned decades, with top-hits and charting singles coming in multiple eras. Critical recognition has matched their popularity: they were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2016; songwriters in the band like Robert Lamm and James Pankow were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2017. Despite lineup changes, tragic loss (notably the death of Terry Kath), and shifts in musical trends, the band continues to record, release, and tour, holding a respected place in rock history.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
875 Beach Blvd, 875 Beach Boulevard, Biloxi, United States
USD 105.05 to USD 632.19
