Bill Champlin's Departure from Chicago

As most of you already know, On August 10th 2009, It was officially announced that Bill Champlin was parting ways with the classic jaz z/rock band to focus once again on his solo careerafter 28 years with the band Chicago. The announcement comes on the heels of the August 4th physical CD release of his solo album "No Place Left to Fall" in the United States. Bill will launch a West Coast tour on November 6th at the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, CA.

Here are links to the various news / press release and others relating to this matter;

• Bill Champlin's Official Press Release
• Chicago Ture Adovacates: Note from the management
• CNN lead wire story at 9:19 p.m. on August 10, 2009
• The Popdose Interview: Bill Champlin (done on July 29, 2009)
• Blue Infinity Music Regarding Bill Champlin's Departure from Chicago (A Message from Robert Lamm)