Man, what a treat! Those horns were right there, and Al knew he was in very capable hands, comfortable enough to improvise a little . The smiles on everyone's faces speaks volumes. That was great! Thank you!
The 60s and 70s were the best decades of music. Incredible talented artists. We still enjoy with amazing memories. Can't go back but we can keep the music going. Thanks to all of them
This great event happened 51 years ago and it’s timeless. You see how excited and happy Chicago was to be playing with Al Green, who even back in 1973 was a living legend. And of course Chicago were no slouches either. Great clip!!!!!
Bands have that one key player that makes them untouchable. Once that person leaves, it’s never the same. For Chicago, it was Terry Kath. For the Commodores, it was Lionel Ritchie. The list goes on and on
@@parktoday Exactly. If someone wants to say that 'today's commercial music sucks' then I'm totally on board. Commercial radio and the music on it is just filler. But we're honestly living in the greatest time for music. And tomorrow will be even better (it helps that tomorrow is Friday new release day).
This shit makes me happy to be alive...whoever the brainchild was that brought these guys together had no idea of longevity of something like this would be...Shit is universal...POWERFUL
The smiles around that studio is what gets you. They’re literally having a blast. The original seven of Chicago is were straight smoking. Folks forget that Peter Cetera is was dope on the bass, he and Terry Kath were in sync. One love Chicago and Reverend Al. ☝🏾❤️
Chicago and Al kicked the door down and laid this bad boy right on down. Everyone was having a great time jamming on this. Sure wish Terry was still here.
Look at the smiles. These guys were amazed at Al, but kept it together to play masterfully behind him. One of the greatest bands ever; such a disgrace that they had to wait decades to get into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
He's got that bass in the pocket like he owns the song. Beginning at 3:27 he literally clowns (very subtly) on that bass. They shoulda followed it up with an Al Green, Terry Kath vocal duo.
@@cirenosnor5768 Not only do I know what I'm saying , I repeat Al Green is the greatest Soul Singer of ALL time ! With that said , Sam Cooke , Otis Redding , Marvin Gaye , Teddy Pendergrass etc.. are all great singers and I love them too, but when it comes to live performances that sound better than the recorded version, the passion , vocal abilities , his range and the interaction with his audience he's hands down the BEST !!
This video raises a few “what ifs” in my mind. Such as what if Al Green and Chicago cut an album together? And what if Al and Chicago did a tour together? Both would’ve been classic I’m sure.
OMG, how do I give this ten likes? Best ever version of this great Al Green tune featuring the Chicago rhythm section doing its thing with the easy groove sounding so good (especially the dynamic duo of Kath and Cetera) and Green at the top of his game. I remember first hearing this almost 50 years ago and it still blows me away today in 2023.
Happy 76th Birthday today April 13, 2022 to the great Al Green, born April 13, 1946. Al Green is one of the most enduring soul singers of the rock era, and is considered by many the most important male singer since Sam Cooke. He has also been referred to as "The Last of the Great Soul Singers." His early 70s work on Hi Records sounds as good today as it did then, and his legend has continued to grow over the past quarter century even as he generally turned his back on popular music. Green is the winner of 11 Grammy Awards, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. He has also received the BMI Icon award and is a Kennedy Center Honors recipient. He was included in the list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, ranking at No. 65, as well as its list of the 100 Greatest Singers, at No. 14.
I love how anytime the musician get a chance during the track they got this big ol stupid smile on their face cause it's freaking AL green this could be the only exciting thing you'd ever been a part of and it would be enough. Amazing recording.
Al Green was the MAN. So cool seeing how much fun they were having and it almost looked like the way the Chicago guys were looking at Green, the were in such awe because they knew they were in the presence of and playing with true greatness.The original Chicago lineup was very very versatile.
DIDN'T KNOW THIS EVEN HAPPENED I CAME ACROSS THIS BY ACCIDENT BUT GLAD I DID IT MAKES ME HAPPY FILLS MY HEART UP WITH LOVE IT'S SO GOOD I'M GRINNING EAR TO EAR TO LOVE IT🙏😊🔥
Sandra Jones in 2018 looking back on such a beautiful rendition of one of Al Greens greatest hits and live at that you know we loved Live music nothing like iti ever
Caribou Ranch brought so many musicians together. God this pairing is amazing. Just look at the admiration in the bands faces. Terry Kath especially. RIP TK. Miss these days
Agreed: But I've got to give all props to the Chicago rhythm section who were in the pocket especially the base player. DAMN: real musicianship. And we loved Al here in Chicago so his music was all over the city. I'm thankful to everyone involved including the uploader. Blessings, love & Peace to your homes!!!
Jeez, just seeing this for the first time!! What a great recording -- and such a treasure! Much thanks & respect to whoever finnagled THIS onto youtube!
This is absolutely brilliant music, by the Al Green & Chicago…. Just don’t get any better than That… Plus it’s just So so smooth how they did it… They are true to the Game keeping it 💯 🎼🎤🎼🎤🎼🎤🎼🎤 Don’t make music like that no mo!!! Thanks Al & Chicago 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
OMG What at TREAT!!!!!!! I never knew Al performed with the band Chicago backing him up. Wow, mind blown. This was FANTASTIC! What a treasure to discover. I love Al Green and Chicago. What a great mix. Who'd of thunk it lol. Amazing footage, that i've got to download, for forever and a day for my pleasure.
This is a GREAT video (IMHO) of Al Green with Chicago at Caribou Ranch in Nederland, CO. Al sings with such emotion and Chicago does a wonderful job playing Al's music. They cut off a great part at the end though where they're all joking around and saying how much fun the session was...somebody ought to post the WHOLE video!
Holy crap, Al Green backed by Chicago. I can die in peace now.
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Man, what a treat! Those horns were right there, and Al knew he was in very capable hands, comfortable enough to improvise a little .
The smiles on everyone's faces speaks volumes.
That was great!
Thank you!
Great in 1973 and greater in 2023
So tired 😫 being alone 😔 🙁 😞
The 60s and 70s were the best decades of music. Incredible talented artists. We still enjoy with amazing memories. Can't go back but we can keep the music going. Thanks to all of them
This great event happened 51 years ago and it’s timeless. You see how excited and happy Chicago was to be playing with Al Green, who even back in 1973 was a living legend. And of course Chicago were no slouches either. Great clip!!!!!
Ahh...1973! EVERYTHING was better in those days!
Oh yes it was
@@debbiematteo7046 There are times...I know that it's impossible...but there are times when I wish that I could go back! An idle fantasy, I suppose.
Musically. Not the rest of it.
@@Auntkekebaby There was a LOT MORE Freedom in those days.
Right!
Chicago's original line-up was an untouchable ensemble, but the smiles on their faces reflect the respect they held for Al. You can't fake that shit!
Bands have that one key player that makes them untouchable. Once that person leaves, it’s never the same. For Chicago, it was Terry Kath.
For the Commodores, it was Lionel Ritchie. The list goes on and on
Yes
It’s magic!!!
They were feeling their input on the song . Relax foo.
@@karendalsadik7119 Pure ❤️
I just realized we set da bar so damn high wit this kinda music and thats why todays music sucks
You’re exactly right my man
you jus don’t listen to enough music man
@@tomharris994 Yes indeed mane. This music is just genuinely amazing.
@@parktoday Exactly. If someone wants to say that 'today's commercial music sucks' then I'm totally on board. Commercial radio and the music on it is just filler. But we're honestly living in the greatest time for music. And tomorrow will be even better (it helps that tomorrow is Friday new release day).
I can't think of a decade when people weren't saying that "today's music sucks". The trick is to suss out the quality no matter the era.
Thank goodness I found this in 2024 on a hot June afternoon
Two of my favorites Chicago knock it out the park .And Al Green was right there with them
Im celebrating 2025 with This one
This shit makes me happy to be alive...whoever the brainchild was that brought these guys together had no idea of longevity of something like this would be...Shit is universal...POWERFUL
xPHATSNAPSx Amen!
🙌🏼
Dick clark
Epitome of a Masterpiece.!!!
Fantastic....I feel it
Good lord. My heart is sailing on a sea of love ♥️🎺🎶❤️🎸💜
The smiles around that studio is what gets you. They’re literally having a blast. The original seven of Chicago is were straight smoking. Folks forget that Peter Cetera is was dope on the bass, he and Terry Kath were in sync. One love Chicago and Reverend Al. ☝🏾❤️
❤
Real love music!!!
This is naturally raw God-given talent. Let the church say Amen.
AMEN.
Ayyyyymen!
Terry plays like a session man. Ego in check, sweet, subtle licks without taking any attention from the singer
Yeah seeing Terry doing that surprised me, but it’s great to see. They’re all just serving the song to make it as perfect as possible.
To me this is the best live performance EVER , Chicago and Al Green just perfect.
Yes Perfect. It made me cry listening to 2 of my favorites
its in a recording studio
I get goosebumps every time I listen to this. Goosebumps AND a tear in my eye….but I always end up with a huge smile! 😉
Chicago and Al kicked the door down and laid this bad boy right on down.
Everyone was having a great time jamming on this. Sure wish Terry was still here.
Imagine if Terry hadn't died. The music would have just been like no one else in rock. They were just getting started.
Look at the smiles. These guys were amazed at Al, but kept it together to play masterfully behind him. One of the greatest bands ever; such a disgrace that they had to wait decades to get into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The very best 😁
Shoot I can't stop smiling. Oh to be a fly
Peter has got a smile from ear to ear, he's lovin' this.
He's got that bass in the pocket like he owns the song. Beginning at 3:27 he literally clowns (very subtly) on that bass. They shoulda followed it up with an Al Green, Terry Kath vocal duo.
Terry too
And I'M lovin' PETER !
@@jeanniemccarthy8135 Me too!
Perfection. The mutual respect all of these amazing artists had for each other is mind blowing.
I'm STILL here in 2023 because Al's vocal abilities are straight up PERFECTION ! The Greatest Soul Singer of ALL time 💚 !
Think what you’re saying here is that Green is your favorite. Hard to cite who’s the best when you also have the likes of Sam Cooke and Otis Redding
@@cirenosnor5768 Not only do I know what I'm saying , I repeat Al Green is the greatest Soul Singer of ALL time ! With that said , Sam Cooke , Otis Redding , Marvin Gaye , Teddy Pendergrass etc.. are all great singers and I love them too, but when it comes to live performances that sound better than the recorded version, the passion , vocal abilities , his range and the interaction with his audience he's hands down the BEST !!
On my gosh!! Peter Cetera was so fine❤❤
Love Terry Kath's smiling face throughout this entire video. Man, I miss his guitar chops and soulful voice. Def one of the very best.....
He was having a ball!
This video raises a few “what ifs” in my mind. Such as what if Al Green and Chicago cut an album together? And what if Al and Chicago did a tour together? Both would’ve been classic I’m sure.
It would have made history as one the most EPIC concerts ever. Why didn't someone think of it a long time ago!??!?
It raises hair on my arms too.
If only Terry were still here... rest to the greatest guitar player ever
I seriously got goosebumps.
or chicago could have done a duet album.
OMG, how do I give this ten likes? Best ever version of this great Al Green tune featuring the Chicago rhythm section doing its thing with the easy groove sounding so good (especially the dynamic duo of Kath and Cetera) and Green at the top of his game. I remember first hearing this almost 50 years ago and it still blows me away today in 2023.
Everyone was great and let’s give props to the horn section ❤️
Happy 76th Birthday today April 13, 2022 to the great Al Green, born April 13, 1946.
Al Green is one of the most enduring soul singers of the rock era, and is considered by many the most important male singer since Sam Cooke. He has also been referred to as "The Last of the Great Soul Singers." His early 70s work on Hi Records sounds as good today as it did then, and his legend has continued to grow over the past quarter century even as he generally turned his back on popular music.
Green is the winner of 11 Grammy Awards, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. He has also received the BMI Icon award and is a Kennedy Center Honors recipient. He was included in the list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, ranking at No. 65, as well as its list of the 100 Greatest Singers, at No. 14.
He’s definitely the last great soul singer
I love both performers!!! They did that thang!!
The Great Al Green and Chicago awesome. So glad I grew up in the 70s.
Chicago was as smooth as silk!
Al killed it as usual but that band kicked ass
Terry, Peter and the boys were learning from one the greats just how it's done!
They had a very soul vibe with Terry.
Totally Agree 😘
I love how anytime the musician get a chance during the track they got this big ol stupid smile on their face cause it's freaking AL green this could be the only exciting thing you'd ever been a part of and it would be enough. Amazing recording.
God bless you Terry Kath. Rest in peace❤ A room full of talent, mutual respect and LOVE!!
Does not get better than this! Al Green and those wonderful horns of Chicago!
The right band and right vocalist. A wonderful experience just to watch and listen. Tnx!
Agreee!!!!
Amen to that. I just discovered that this even happened and it blew me away.
My God this is GOLD
My Gold this is GOD.
This is pure soul music, my my my , and the smiles on those faces, exuding pure love, I love Al Green
❤😅🔥🔥
Just The Amazing Al Green!
It don't get no better than this.
Let's just say that the music that Al Green makes most likely caused an increase in the population nine months later!
Not a bad substitute for the great Memphis Horns >Chicago!
Al Green was the MAN. So cool seeing how much fun they were having and it almost looked like the way the Chicago guys were looking at Green, the were in such awe because they knew they were in the presence of and playing with true greatness.The original Chicago lineup was very very versatile.
Totally Agree 😁❤
Never would've thought Al Green and Chicago ever played together.
Great video!!
Same here. Mind blown for sure but lovin' it to the 10th power.
Thinking the same thing lol
Same!!! Amazingly sweet 🫶🏽
Yes Al I still love you I wish
Chicago is a BADASS BAND!!THIS IS PURE GOLD AL GREEN & CHICAGO TOGETHER
In "TOTAL AGREEMENT"😁
DIDN'T KNOW THIS EVEN HAPPENED I CAME ACROSS THIS BY ACCIDENT BUT GLAD I DID IT MAKES ME HAPPY FILLS MY HEART UP WITH LOVE IT'S SO GOOD I'M GRINNING EAR TO EAR TO LOVE IT🙏😊🔥
What can I say. ."Totally Agree"❤
All I can say is WOW.... Never knew such a collab existed ..... Blown away...
Al Green was and is BOSS‼️ This man could sing the phone book I'd fall down 🎶❣️❣️❣️
Total Agreement 😇
0:27 when you get into groove behind Al Green you can't help but smile
"Won't you show me where it's a-a-a-a-a-a-t, baby!" Genius.
Perfect match up. Look at Terry Kath's face, Peter Cetera lovin it too. How special
MAKE ME SMILE
great to watch mucisians having fun playing
He could ad lib better than anybody. This song is the National Anthem as far as I’m concerned!
Sandra Jones in 2018 looking back on such a beautiful rendition of one of Al Greens greatest hits and live at that you know we loved Live music nothing like iti ever
Absolutely!
Him & the late Phillipe Wynne of The Spinners were the best soul ad-libbers of all time!!
Brother AL GREEN IS just a natural singer he was Put here to do what he does. GOD don't make no mistakes!
This and Free Bird to me are the National Anthem.
Happiest bunch of white boys ive ever seen. I play the drums. I can’t imagine playing such an iconic song with such an icon.
This can bring people together if we only had it now
What a piece of gold this is, they´re all IN the pocket, lead by Al Green´s artistry
Bless the camera sound operators for capturing this!! They are in awe of Al! Love it!
Caribou Ranch brought so many musicians together. God this pairing is amazing. Just look at the admiration in the bands faces. Terry Kath especially.
RIP TK. Miss these days
❤❤😁yes indeed!
IF SOMEONE SANG TO ME LIKE THIS HE WOULDN'T BE ALONE ANYMORE THAT'S FOR SURE I'D COME HOME RIGHT THEN AND THERE😘😍
I can sing as well as Al ........Bundy😅 no sir I can sing a majority of Al green songs very nicely❤
This was all types of magic
Al Green and the horn of Chicago. OMG
Agreed: But I've got to give all props to the Chicago rhythm section who were in the pocket especially the base player. DAMN: real musicianship. And we loved Al here in Chicago so his music was all over the city. I'm thankful to everyone involved including the uploader. Blessings, love & Peace to your homes!!!
Peter Cetera is one of the best bassists of all time.
This song sounds so good back then and still sounds so good now, you go Al Green.
YES!!!!!
Amen! I love me some Al Green and some Chicago. And I’m from the southside of Chicago. 😂
Great singer. Great band. Great song.
life affirming
one of the best collaborations ever
Peter Cetera really got the feeling!!!! Hail Reverend Green!!
OUTSTANDING. xx
What an ICONIC moment....TREMENDOUSLY talented & brilliant!
the 2:00 mark is when it really gets good!!!! Thank you all green and Chicago
Jeez, just seeing this for the first time!! What a great recording -- and such a treasure! Much thanks & respect to whoever finnagled THIS onto youtube!
Terry sang, "Make Me Smile", so Al Green made them ALL smile. Thanks for the upload!
Nice...Those Chicago guys coud'nt believe they were playing with a legend !
He wasn't a legend at that time yet.
Beautiful song always love this tune favourite always
This should be the poster child for great music. Pure feel.
This is absolutely brilliant music, by the Al Green & Chicago…. Just don’t get any better than That… Plus it’s just So so smooth how they did it… They are true to the Game keeping it 💯 🎼🎤🎼🎤🎼🎤🎼🎤 Don’t make music like that no mo!!! Thanks Al & Chicago 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
A pure Legend today's artist's can't hold a candle to these guys.
DAT BASSMAN IS THE MAN!
Yeah he is!
OMG What at TREAT!!!!!!! I never knew Al performed with the band Chicago backing him up. Wow, mind blown. This was FANTASTIC! What a treasure to discover. I love Al Green and Chicago. What a great mix. Who'd of thunk it lol. Amazing footage, that i've got to download, for forever and a day for my pleasure.
This is a GREAT video (IMHO) of Al Green with Chicago at Caribou Ranch in Nederland, CO. Al sings with such emotion and Chicago does a wonderful job playing Al's music. They cut off a great part at the end though where they're all joking around and saying how much fun the session was...somebody ought to post the WHOLE video!
RIP Caribou Ranch 😢
@@robin2012ism you know it was sold, right? This studio burned in a fire, I believe.
same time, same studio elton recorded his 1974 album Caribou.
Smooth Sweet Soul! That horn section is on point!
I would never have thought Chicago can get that funky.
......I think you may need to listen to Chicago's first three albums...
Original lineup COULD do and DID do anything and everything.
@@bibchr Thank you👍
@@TRANZEURO Well said Sir 👏
@@fitzgeraldanthony9333 Thank you.
Al Green,I will come home to you.
Man those horns was awesome.I love Chicago,that was beautiful...
Great music.
Time when music was pure love and nothing else.
Two Legends !
🥀Beautiful Song amazing lyrics, vocals and music with meaning of unconditional love within🥀I've always loved this song🥀☝️
😇❤❤Totally Agree !
Yessss! That’s how it works. Put all the talents together and create something beautiful.
Yep still goose bumping after all these years. Wow!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
🥇🎹🎼🥁🥁🎵🎶🌬
Nobody like Al Green. That's so much ❤ 3:52
Great song, with so much feeling. This was great music and I miss these songs so much.
Words fail. Pure joy.
such such classy combination.. how can current music be compared to oldies like this.. exquisite
None better ❤
That's quality right there ❤
Great collabo..
Chicago loved some AL Green 🎤🎤🎤🎤
I remember when this was broadcast.Great memories from a iconic singer,and one of the GOAT bands🙏🏽🤣
This shit is fiyah! OMG, Happy Birthday Al Green!
Solid musicianship is an inner connected language of souls nothing more nothing less
Thanks, the best of Al Green, loved it. Does not get any better than this.
they all are happy like the children ))))
K
JESUS CHRIST! AL GREEN and Chicago! It dont get much better than that!!
What a cool opportunity for CTA. The smiles give me chills!
LORD JESUS
the angels are smiling