You're The Inspiration / Hard To Say I'm Sorry / Get Away (Medley) - Neil Donell of Chicago

Neil Donell of Chicago performs "Hard To Say I'm Sorry," "You're The Inspiration" and "Get Away" as part of David Foster's induction into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Toronto's Massey Hall.

"You're The Inspiration" was written and composed by David Foster and Peter Cetera. "Hard To Say I'm Sorry / Get Away" was written and composed by David Foster, Peter Cetera and Robert Lamm.

#youretheinspiration #hardtosayimsorry #chicago

Credits:

Executive Producer, CSHF - Nicholas Fedor
Event Executive Producers - Jocelyn Flanagan (e=mc2 events), David Kines
Associate Producer, CSHF - Brittany Ralph
CSHF Show Committee: Nicole Beausoleil, Kim Cooke, Frank Davies, Stan Meissner (Chairman), Robert Paquette

House band:
Music Director, Piano, Organ - Lou Pomanti
Keys - Peter Kadar
Guitars - Justin Abedin, Adrian X
Bass Guitar - Marina Lopez
Drums - Larnell Lewis
Background Vocals - Robyn Black, Gavin Hope
Trumpet - Tony Carlucci
Saxophone - Colleen Allen
Trombone - Doug Gibson

Production Design - Carlos Navarrete-Patino
Lighting Designer - Kelly Jones
Screen Content Producer-Director - Randy Gonzalez

Music mix - Taylor Kernohan
Audio recording - Ross Hayes Citrullo

Video Capture:
Director/Editor - Adrian Vieni
Assistant Editor - Samuel Iannicelli
Cameras - Adrian Vieni, Brittany Farhat, Colin Cameron, Colin Medley, Mike Adhihetty, Scott Watson

[lisaheltonhudson]

Neil is the best lead vocals for sure since Peter Cetera! And actually has a mire professional voice and range. Love him ❤❤❤

[CherylzaLoufan]

OK. I had to hear for myself. I think he can really bring the Chicago feel back to the group after so many years since Cetera left. Power on, Neil!

[LorieCarlsson]

What a fabulous night of music it was! The new voice of Chicago, handsome Niel, nailed it!

[lorilock]

I saw Neil Saturday Apr. 8, 2023 heading up the band Chicago in Orillia. What a terrific voice he has and I would love to see them again.

[andrewlogue]

I have been disappointed in all the changes Chicago has gone through since Bill Champlin left, but when I bought Born for this Moment and started really listening, I became blown away. Neil, you are incredible, and it's because of you I am going to see you and Chicago in May in Lacrosse, WI. Have a Merry Christmas!

[valeriejordan]

Saw Chicago, last night, at the Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA. Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful!

[jimshramek]

This guy is terrific, great voice, and stage presence.

[laurietauchus]

Neil rounds out my top 5 favorite singers. Peter Cetera is #1. Got a Chicago theme going here!😊

[lingoss]

What a Can't wait to see you LIVE in MA.this

[juliethompson]

I've been in love with his voice since the first time I heard it!

[roachdoggjr]

he's the inspiration, what a man.

[texastuxedoband]

I’ve been following Neil since he was Canadas biggest country male vocalist in the 90s (as Don Neilson). Has always been the best of the best IMO

[LynnMarro]

Love this guy . I saw Chicago a few weeks ago ❤️

[Kamille]

Unique & incredible voice! Total control!

[PriorityNewsNow]

Neil sang in a Chicago tribute band, then - lo and behold - he joined the real thing. Very cool!

[jenniferbennet]

Neil you are fantastic! And a great voice for Chicago. Was watching and love your videos. Was a close friend of Joan, your Mom and always wished I could see a show of yours. So this is next best.

[chipheslip]

Awesome! Neil, Carm, Doug, and the rest of the band -- you guys are fantastic. Well done!!

[toddpayne]

A TREMENDOUS transition musically from "You're the Inspiration" to "Hard to say I'm Sorry", not to mention the excellent trumpet playing!

[henrykwielki]

D. Foster. Yes, unique, even perfect compositions, bravo, respect.👏

[fabianlopez]

Este señor canta sensacional, es fantástico, que gran talento, mis respetos totalmente