Chicago

Chicago, one of the most iconic rock and roll bands, has achieved legendary status as the highest-charting American band in Billboard’s Top 125 Artists of All Time. Known for their distinctive horn-infused sound and genre-blending style, the band has maintained a remarkable career, charting Top 40 albums across six decades. Their accolades include two Grammy Awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, and recognition from the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Chicago’s prolific output features 38 studio albums, including their latest releases, Born for This Moment (2022) and Chicago Greatest Christmas Hits (2023), which continue to captivate fans worldwide. Their documentary, The Last Band on Stage (2022), chronicles the band’s resilience in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing how they adapted and kept the music alive during global lockdowns.

Throughout their 57-year history, Chicago has continually toured, with founding members Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, and James Pankow leading the lineup. Their contributions to music have been recognized with Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Recording Academy and the International Trombone Association, alongside numerous gold and platinum records. The band’s legacy is further marked by 21 Top 10 singles and five consecutive Number One albums, cementing their place as musical ambassadors for their hometown. As they celebrate nearly six decades of touring in 2024, Chicago remains a timeless symbol of rock’s enduring spirit.