Unveiling the Musical Genius of James Pankow: The Chicago Mastermind

James Pankow is a name synonymous with the sound of Chicago and the art of music composition. As a founding member of the legendary band Chicago, Pankow has. In February, the members of Chicago dined together to celebrate their 50th anniversary as an active touring band. Trombonist James Pankow, one of the three remaining. Here’s an excerpt of our interview with James Pankow of Chicago, who tells how he wrote (with Peter Cetera) the group’s classic hit song, “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day.” After 55 years, James Pankow continues to make fans smile as one of the three co-founding members of Chicago, the legendary rock band with horns that returns April 19 to. James Pankow (Jimmy Pankow), trombonist and founding member of the band, Chicago, shares his story and his advice to gig seeking musicians and artists. Thats...

James Pankow's musical journey began in his childhood, influenced by the vibrant sounds of jazz and rock that permeated the Chicago music scene. His parents recognized his. The Formation of Chicago. In 1967, Pankow co-founded the band Chicago, along with keyboardist Robert Lamm and guitarist Terry Kath. The band initially played jazz-rock. After 55 years, James Pankow continues to make fans smile as one of the three co-founding members of Chicago, the legendary rock band with horns that returns April 19 to. James Pankow (Jimmy Pankow), trombonist and founding member of the band, Chicago, shares his story and his advice to gig seeking musicians and artists. Thats... In February, the members of Chicago dined together to celebrate their 50th anniversary as an active touring band. Trombonist James Pankow, one of the three remaining. Here’s an excerpt of our interview with James Pankow of Chicago, who tells how he wrote (with Peter Cetera) the group’s classic hit song, “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day.”

As the new documentary on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group puts it, Chicago is “The Last Band On-Stage,” marking its 55th anniversary since its founding in the city of the.