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Born in the Chicago, Illinois, U.S. area Cetera first started playing music when his parents bought him an accordion instead of the guitar he wanted at age 11. After seeing a band called The Rebel Rockers in high school Cetera began playing an electric bass with friends and ended up playing in a number of bands in the Chicago area including local rock band The Exceptions.
In 1967 Cetera left The Exceptions and joined a band called The Big Thing due to the fusion of horns and rock and roll, the band went on to called themselves The Chicago Transit Authority, and eventually just Chicago. Cetera played bass and sung on a number of tracks on their self-titled debut “The Chicago Transit Authority”, however it wasn’t until their self-titled sophomore “Chicago” that the band became a real success.
With a huge knack for rock/pop ballads Cetera stayed with Chicago until the rise of the disco era in 1980, where the band suffered a drop in popularity, after having a string of Top 40 hits including “Wishing You Were Here”, “Baby What A Big Surprise” and the No. 1 hit “If You Leave Me Now”.
The singer soon found the top of the charts again with the single “The Glory of Love” on his 1986 album “Solitude/Solitaire, which is a two-times platinum selling album. Its follow up “One More Story” also performed well commercially with the hits “One Good Woman” and “Save Me”, the latter of which was the opening theme music for the TV show Baywatch.
Prior to taking a four-year hiatus Cetera released the duet “After All” with singer Cher and marked the singer/songwriter’s last release through Warner Bros. When he returned with the album “One Clear Voice” in 1995 which was followed by a tour with new River North Records label mate Ronna Reeves.
Cetera has since released “You’re the Inspiration” a compilation album of many of Cetera’s well-known tracks, “Another Perfect World” in 2001 and the Christmas album “You Just Gotta Love Christmas” featuring a collection of holiday classics.
Live-Bewertungen
Well, to start I had a terrific seat at The Hollywood Casino, Toledo OH...4th row left on aisle so Peter was in my line of sight most of concert....just looking at this man smile I could see the peace and joy in his heart...he truly loves what he does ! The concert was tremendous--I have been to many, many concerts over the past 35+ years; but Peter and his band outshone them all ! He was so 'at ease' and even when having trouble with headphone/earpiece was joking around about it. I always loved his music/lyrics/voice from Chicago days to now and honestly think he sounds and looks even better now --PC you are not getting older, you are getting better ! "Something is agreeing with you".....must be the Idaho air ~ I just can't honestly put into words how wonderful the concert was....people will have to buy a ticket and see for themselves. The only disappointment for me was there wasn't a meet and greet....after the concert I was told there was one earlier in the day for VIP's, so guess it was for the high rollers; of which I am not. BUMMER ! (Peter if you are reading this when you played at the Kit Kat bar downtown Toledo, you had to be about 18?) :-)
pam-evans-1
Peter Cetera, ages 69 now has been in music for a good four decades now, making fantastic music over the times, maintaining a very loyal following. He is a multi instrumentalist playing bass guitar, guitar, accordion and keyboards. He is one of those artists who has quite simply transcended over time, with a slew of fantastically timeless hits. It wasn’t until the 80’s that he started his solo career, however, this guy has two number one hits up his sleeve and these punters in this sold out 2000 capacity venue in his home town of Chicago cannot wait!
He opens with the song “Big Mistake” which fortunately isn’t a big mistake at all, getting this crowd of all ages dancing from start to finish. “One Good Woman” is a fantastic second song, which of course made it to number four in the charts. It’s not until he gets toward the end of his set that he performs his two number one hits one after the other “Glory of Love” and “Next Time I Fall” – a song that featured the vocal prowess of Amy Grant, the audience are electric, everyone is happy. Job done. Etc… etc… (Couldn’t resist)
Lannistaar
Peter Cetera of Chicago fame has enjoyed both career as a band member and a soloist. He has been touring and recording since 1981 on his own work with varying commercial success however due to his dedication to the live promotion of his music his fanbase has never depleted. It is for this reason that the musician, recently turned 70 continues to head out onto the road to reach the fans and he still has a lot of passion for what he does.
He looks confident onstage with his trusty guitar in hand and still attains a lot of his showmanship that he would have first began to develop way back in the 60s. He has a great rapport with the crowd gathered tonight as he flips between his own hits and the music of his previous band. There are big singalongs for 'Stay the Night' as well as 'Oh! Darling' by The Beatles which goes down really well. Cetera shows no sign of slowing in his increasing age and after twelve songs, it seems as though he still is not ready to leave the stage.
sean-ward
I have loved Peter Cetera's voice for so many years and have been so eager to see him live in concert and HE DID NOT DISAPPOINT! He was fantastic! He sang so many of his hits, mostly ballads as he joked about, but so wonderful. I would've liked to have heard a few songs from his Solitude Solitaire album as that was one of my favorites and had several upbeat songs on it but they weren't radio hits so I understood. I was so impressed with this show. He had a lovely girl singing the female parts of the songs he's done with women singers that couldn't perform with him live and she sounded wonderful! Peter has a great sense of humor and still sounds fabulous.
angiebabee
My second time seeing Mr. Cetera and more than a few times with Chicago. I would say Peter has still got the voice and his repertoire of number one hits could go on forever. The gal that he had singing backup was a pleasant surprise. Tanya had one of the greatest ranges of tones that I have ever heard.
Hopefully he can keep it up and I will get to see him again one day soon.
rander05
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sai-guzman
Peter was spot on! He sang all of his solo career songs that we love and ended with old Chicago. Definitely a great date concert. His "back up" singer was outstanding! So so good and he is still hot as ever! I could watch the whole thing over today!
sispis
Awesomeness ...
Great show ...sang all my favorite songs...never imagined I would be able to see him perform live...wished he had more shows to come and will definitely watch him again when he comes back here in New York.
claire-martinez
Saw peter last night in Austin
WOW WOW WOW...fantastic concert...he was WAY above his game...played for 2 hours...THANKS PETER for playing my husbands FAVORITE song HAPPY MAN
CAN'T WAIT to see him again!
linda-orlick-sliepce
Great to see peter cetera in concert. He sang a great selection of his songs. Such a talent and still a fab voice. Great band supporting him. Definitely one to tick off my list
rosemorris
