Chicago XXXII – Stone of Sisyphus cover

Released 18 years ago this June

Chicago XXXII – Stone of Sisyphus

Chicago · 2008

69 min · 15 tracks · jazz fusion · pop rock · soft rock

A lush tapestry of jazz-infused rock that balances introspective lyrics with Chicago's signature brass arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective lyrics for deep thinking
  • lush arrangements for headphone listening
  • two-part journey of emotions
  • cathartic exploration of nostalgia

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer short standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Chicago XXXII – Stone of Sisyphus' came after a long hiatus from original material, following the band's 1991 album 'Chicago 21'. At this point in their career, Chicago was seeking to reconnect with their artistic roots while navigating the challenges of evolving musical landscapes and audience expectations.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Stone of Sisyphus 4:11
  • 2 Bigger Than Elvis 4:31
  • 3 All the Years 4:16
  • 4 Mah-Jong 4:42
  • 5 Sleeping in the Middle of the Bed 4:45
  • 6 Let's Take a Lifetime 4:56
  • 7 The Pull 4:17
  • 8 Here With Me (Candle for the Dark) 4:11
  • 9 Plaid 4:59
  • 10 Cry for the Lost 5:18
  • 11 The Show Must Go On 5:25
  • 12 Love Is Forever (demo) 4:14
  • 13 Mah-Jong (demo) 4:59
  • 14 Let's Take a Lifetime (demo) 4:15
  • 15 Stone of Sisyphus (No Rhythm Loop) 4:35

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