Cetera went on to release a handful of solo albums, but eventually fell off the face of the Earth. Cetera’s vocal talent and musicianship certainly could not be to blame for his trip into obscurity. You can’t deny the guy’s good. I think it boiled down to two things; his sound had gotten old and dated, and people would rather see him back with Chicago. Cetera wouldn’t even talk about the group or allow for his songs to be played during VH1’s Behind the Music special on Chicago a few years ago, so I don’t think there’s a chance of a reunion there.
The Verdict
I’ve always enjoyed Peter’s work in Chicago, but Solitude/Solitaire is a far cry from that (except for the ballads). It’s a different sound, a different feel, and not as polished as his later work with Chicago. I’m sure that’s what he was going for, but I don’t think it was a good choice. Although the album’s nine songs are decent, they’re only two songs worth listening to over and over again; “Glory of Love” and “The Next Time I Fall.”
Did You Know?
Prior to joining Chicago, Peter Cetera was a member of The Exceptions.
Rating: 2.5 out of 5
Originally posted by author at Rock-Is-Life.com
Article comments
1 - Lizete Aparecida Gomes
Eu amo o Peter não admito que falem mal dele, é o melhor cantor de todos os tempos, uma voz inegualavel,escreve como ninguem , suas musicas são maravilhosas..
Ele sai do Chicago também poruqe o Lam, não queria déixa-lo com vocal principal..
2 - Katlynn Smith
I love Peter Cetera, the man, the music was undeniable. When I think of Chicago, I think of Peter Cetera and Chicago is not Chicago with Peter. Basically, to me he was Chicago. I was listening to a remake of "If You Leave Me Now," and it just didn't sound right without Peter's angelic voice. I can't believe that the band was formed way before I was born. That's really cool.
3 - Becky T.
I enjoy listening to Peter Cetera's voice, it is very unique not to mention that the man, himself is pretty cute. I also think that he is a good songwriter and composer.
4 - odel
I agree with you that the guy (PC) is good and why would he let VH1 play his songs on their interview with Chicago, a band that he left a heck long time ago. Peter did not fall off the face of the Earth, he was probably spending more time with his family. I really like the Solitude Solitare album. The lyrics are meaningful and catchy at the same time. Plus his voice is awesome. I think that you have to be fair, I mean Peter is human, should we not expect him to age? He is 60 years old, we can't expect him to be sounding like when he was 20 year old. Plus, I think it is really hard to capture an audience for 30 or some years and Peter has still done that with his great voice. I still enjoy his music and would like him to come out with more stuff.
5 - Leslie in SC
I know it pisses him off (from stuff I have read) for fans to keep yearning for him to reunite with Chicago, but really, that was a magical, UNIMITATED, relationship. I REALLY would love to see that just one time. I'd get a second mortgage to see him play bass on songs from the first few albums. It is not the same without Terry Kath, who also cannot be imitated, but I wish Peter weren't so mad. I read he said he is tired of the Chicago question, stating, 'its like talking about an ex-wife'. But we were so happy when you were together :(. Your fans are all super hot and heavy to get back with that one, honestly. We PINE for it. Come on, Peter, bring your sexy self (at any age :) around to give us all an incredible thrill.... and Bobby, et al, get over it too if there is a prob. Bring Danny back too. But I want to see the original rock god with his big steel horse in a pair of tight jeans... thumping out a hot bass line...just once more!