Lifelong love affair with the music of Kansas. If I could only have the music of 5 artists, these guys would be in the list.. They were and are one-of-a-kind.

Kansas should be in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame!!

@racinguy17

Жыл бұрын

No doubt. I am especially at this moment, not a hall of fame connoisseur know-it-all. But the beastie boys are there, and these badass, tight, masters of their crafts are not??? 50 years of rocking, iconic songs, the list goes on, and I am gone!

Hey people this version RIPS. Yes the original will always be a classic but this new Kansas jam can stand along side it proudly. Ronnie's voice with the harmonizing and musicianship is exemplary. I love it.

@jonwallace9142

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for bringing that to peoples' attention... Give this version their due... Can't you like both versions? Damn good band, back then and still today... Don't throw the baby out with the bath water... I'm looking forward to seeing them this next tour... Hope they play close to me... Last time I saw them was about a 3 hr drive to Wooster Mass, beautiful restored theater... Ended up in a hotel that was pretty scary... Kept my knife in my hand all night! But the show was great!

Fifty years of Kansas how is this possible!!!!

@rogermasa

2 күн бұрын

If the Stones can do it…well, many of the original members are no longer with the band so the fresh influx of other musicians can keep it sustained.

43 years ago I listened to Kansas on my Sony Walkman while I pushed the lawn mower and did my chores. Your music blew my mind and literally opened the door of Rock Music to me. Today, I listen to Kansas' entire catalog on my Bluetooth headphones while riding my lawn tractor, working on projects, or working out. The fact that you're still putting out amazing music--both new and remakes of old--still blows my mind! Thanks and keep rollin' Kansas!!

@fretfix1

Жыл бұрын

Walkman did not exist until 1979...just sayin'

@DBrummerCamas

Жыл бұрын

@@fretfix1 Thanks for fact-checking my sentimental post. I can't even remember what I had for dinner last night so I'm just happy to have this fond memory and to have gotten within two years, lol! I fixed it for you. :)

@jackiejohnson7158

Жыл бұрын

I listened on my Walkman walking to the bus stop or walking to work. Love Kansas!

@robertwilletts4122

Жыл бұрын

@@fretfix1 1979 was 44 years ago.

@pontaclubful

10 ай бұрын

😊😊😊😊😊😊

Freakin rocks Kansas! Love the new version. David Ragsdale is killing it on the violin.

Nostalgic. Feels like hearing Kansas for the first time.

Kansas changed everything for me, my first taste was Song for America, then quickly picked up that album, and then the first, the '70s became the decade of Kansas. Seeing them in Boulder outdoors along with Eddy Money and highlighted by The Stones was simply epic in 78. Real musicians playing without dubs or recordings, are just the real thing. 63 years old now, but some of my favorite Kansas songs always find their way back. Thanks Steve, Phil, Kerry and all, simply an epic ride! My wife is certain I am crazy as I sing along with my phone...scares the neighbors too, as it should be, peace out.

Nice job on the 22 version, don't be mad if I prefer the original, I'm old, and set in my ways, lol, ...keep great music alive, thank you !

@dallenwade

Жыл бұрын

When we compare it to the version in our heads, it is sadly missing Robbie's voice. Let his absence be a reminder of his gift and contribution to Kansas, AND that we all should share our own individual gifts with the world.... even if some, or all, can't appreciate them. I think Kansas is one of the top 3 bands of all time...a rare sentiment unfortunately. Nevertheless, I am grateful to be a part of the Kansas Family !

@autk

Жыл бұрын

@@dallenwade yes sir, definitely miss Robbie's vocal, and just the old analog studio sound... has a feeling that I bet the current members realize as well, hats off that they still record and perform, one of my favorite all time bands...and Live now, life is short, time is luck.

@rl1069

Жыл бұрын

@@dallenwade I think any purist, myself included, would prefer the original, if for no other reason than the sentimentality aspect. That said, I must say, I really dig this version as well.

@dallenwade

Жыл бұрын

@@autk The past was great though we didn't know how much at the time ("Looking back I'm seeing it all"..lol). I'm thankful for the Kansas of the past and present. I hope some form of Kansas can sail on into the future. The world is better with their Spirit.

@autk

Жыл бұрын

@@dallenwade agree, can't explain the impact on my life, thankful for that for sure.

Most incredible band of all time and most underrated. First time I heard Kansas was the Masque album. It was around late 75/76. Great musicians. Been a fan ever since and still feel the same as I did the first time I heard them. The new Can I Tell You version sounds great!

Been a fan of the band since early 80-s. Still going strong. I am from the smallest town in Finland, Kaskinen 1300 people lives here.

Your music [ back then ,,, and now ] changed my attitude towards life !!! You guys still rock !!!!

@tomrumler3577

Жыл бұрын

Saw you guys { og ] live back in the 70's .. still have the tee-shirt !

@dallenwade

Жыл бұрын

@@tomrumler3577 me too ! thread bare

Wholy Cow! What a re-do of a classic! Right down to the solos, especially Rags bowing those strings to the point of smoke! Robbie is smiling down from above. Love it!

This is the song that "hooked" me in 1974 on KANSAS-The Band. STILL A FAN!

No band like Kansas EVER. There are 50 states in the U.S. but there's only ONE Kansas.

@racinguy17

4 ай бұрын

You said it, my man freaking musical geniuses with lyrics to boot incredible s***. But the masses don't realize the genius of this stuff.

Both versions rock just right !!! Love it !

Ha Ha I just played this song, told my wife this was the song that caused Don Kirshner to sign up Kansas back in 1973, THEN told her it was their 2022 version. Her mouth dropped open in astonishment! :)

Wow! Fantastic! What a band! This was flawless. Un updated, modern take, keeping Robbie’s violin parts, to my ears anyway, note for note. This for me is the heart of the song and it was perfect. Updated guitar solos, great vocals, and a ton of energy! I loved it!!

I want to call this the Can I Tell You Reprise! The drums and bass interact with the violin to make a much more frantic rendition here. The original showcases the guitar a bit more through the song, and has an overall more chill, organised protest concert feel, whereas this is something somebody’d keep on their earphones while enduring a police action to break up a protest.

Grandi Kansas ❤️

KANSAS should have at least a million subscribers

Extraordinary work Kansas🍾

This sound is like I am back in high school. Rock on, guys!!!

There should be a whole album of new versions

As Timeless and Relevant and True as when it was first recorded 🎸🎻🎹🥁 !!

I love the classic Kansas lineup of Ehart, Hope, Livgren, Steinhardt, Walsh, and Williams, but anyone who hasn't given the last two albums a chance is really missing out. The Prelude Implicit and The Absence of Presence hold their own against any of the time-tested albums.

Fantastic. Sadly never heard this song before even though I've been a fan since 1976. Sounds GREAT guys!!

Thanks for the good music all these years

Sounds AWESOME!!! Keep Rockin'

As a young teen in the 70s, Kansas was my first love (I mean, as far as a rock band goes. :D)

Phil still beatin' that snare like it owes him money! 🤩😊

@anomymouse5043

Жыл бұрын

Nobody's taking stand for the rights of the snare drums??? Although I accept this if it owed him... ;-)

wot a great version 2022 i llove it rock on rockhard

This absolutely slaps, as the kids today are saying. Great sound mix, and everybody sounds like they're having a ball playing.

Got some tickets to see Kansas in Sugar Land, Texas in October. My brother is flying in from Costa Rica for the show. The last time we saw Kansas together was in 1979... can't wait!

I'm from Brazil, your songs are magnificent

Love it guys

Kansas was the most influential music to me as a young teenage drummer through the 70's. Thank you Phill. This song couldn't be more appropriate in these times. We are at the most critical crossroad in human history. Will we do the right thing or will we allow tyranny to consume everything that is good in this world?

Just fabulous! Love it - sits easily alongside the ‘original’ - well done Kansas👍 (I do miss Robby’s voice and the analog ’sound’ - but we gotta progress, right?🤘)

@crusheverything4449

Жыл бұрын

Or regress.

Smokin'!!

@racinguy17

Жыл бұрын

How's the younger crowd say it these days? Fire?

@merlin5729

Жыл бұрын

@@racinguy17 Lit

Well now, THAT is gettin' it done !!!!! Tom Brislin, smokin' hot heyboard solo....

Boss music ong

🔥😍

Looking forward to the D.C./Virginia engagement on March 2 '24! Bought tickets for my nephews too. Like many youth they knew only Carry On, but I gave them a copy of the excellent 30th Anniversary box set which has a DVD of the iconic Kirshner promo performances, and disc 1 has all of Kansas' progressive masterpieces. Now that I've "schooled" then in Kansas Appreciation 101, they're ready!

Love this!! I respect the different styles.. Each awesome.. So glad you guys recorded this!

Debuted on my weekly personal music charts in December 11, 2022 edition :)

I was in high school when I discovered Kansas on the Don Kirshner show... I thought they were fantastic, everyone of them had their space... They each gave space to each other to play their part... A little orchestra with a wonderful sound... Live long and prosper!

Love it! One of my all time favorites...well done!

BRILLIANT! BRAVO 👏 👏 👏

Robby's signature phrasing defined Can I Tell You, as did Steve's voice, which was, bar none, the finest in Rock at that time, which is a bold statement. The harmonies with Robby, the bold bass notes fearlessly lobbed by Dave Hope, Kerry's progressive inclinations and spiritual explorations brought me back to hear these early albums over and over. I could play SFA six times in a row, listening for each instrument individually in turn, and still be hungry to play it again. But I'm not living in the past and am glad Kansas re-recorded this in-studio. Rich Williams' guitar is so distinctive- I was hoping for a departure from the original , with longer a part for him in this version. Kansas deserves nothing less than a fine musician like Tom Brislin on keyboards. It's unfortunate that Zak Rizvi has moved on; The Prelude Implicit was a masterpiece. I'd love to hear Apercu live; I've been waiting for decades. I'd also love to hear The Pinnacle in its entirety, and more than just snippets of Incomudro; maybe everything but the bridge and the drum solo. That said, the shows I saw on last two tours were incredible, the band is on fire! There's some interesting selections, punctuated by expected legendary standards represented on the new compilation. Many underrated, neglected albums are re-visited. Never liked Drastic Measures. Lil' 11th-grade-me spent hard-earned dollars on it in '83 and I pitched it, never to listen to it again! No hard feelings though. I stuck with you through it all, and you have given me joy beyond description. Kansas, you're beloved to me, each of you. -Lifelong fan, 'till the day I draw my last breath

@nicholaswolfe4219

Жыл бұрын

don't know how much you check on here considering this comment is 6 days old, but I totally agree with you on wanting to hear a live version of Apercu again, since it is my favorite song from that monumental first Kansas album. Also a strong agree on The Pinnacle, which is my favorite Kansas song overall.

@smickleberrystew8698

Жыл бұрын

Apercu is probably my favorite epic of theirs, and I'm still shocked to this day that they have _never_ played it live. Literally never. Not even in their early days when the first album hadn't come out yet. It's such a beautiful song. Steve's small vocal part in it really sold it for me. It's a shame we'll probably never hear it live.

@paulh6591

Жыл бұрын

@@smickleberrystew8698 Yes I love Apercu- Robby's expressive violin at the end, the powerful vocal harmonies, the sublime parts with Dave Hope playing a lopey bass while Robby's violin sounds like a Japanese Kokyu. The last two minutes of the song are incredible! And thanks Nicholas for the comment; I concur. These songs are sentimental favorites of mine, as are the other progressive pieces, but I realize that the band must play the mainstream hits to please the casual fan. Just hope they don't dread playing Carry On for the umpteenth time, but just as a casual fan of, say, REO as I am would want to hear "Roll With the Changes" if I went to a concert and would be disappointed if I didn't experience it live, I'd imagine some Kansas fans full expect to hear Carry On Wayward Son at a Kansas concert. A this point they feel like they are members of my family, and I'm just glad to see them happy and healthy, which is amazing at their age. There were some shows in the early 90s where I came home from a show depressed, after seeing Steve strung out, his voice wrecked, are even more worried that Rich would keel over right there on stage. I have failed to mention Billy Greer! He's been with Kansas 35 years, and is the nicest person. And his vocals are underrated too. He's the best.

If my memory is correct when this song was played in White Clover it was first called “One verse and nothing more” The ending line of the verse was “This song will just be One verse and nothing more”

@timerison

Жыл бұрын

You sir, must be very old!! :)

@FultonCalvery

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately yes.

@timerison

Жыл бұрын

@@FultonCalvery Problem is, I remember White Clover also, I can't seem to find the brain cell that remembers the singer? I've almost got it but can't seem to get any closer than almost.

@FultonCalvery

Жыл бұрын

@@timerison When I first heard white clover the lineup was. Phil Ehart, Dave Hope, Jeff Glixman, Steve Walsh and Warren Eisenstein. At that time everyone except Phil sang. That band split up when Glixman and Eisenstein left to start Cocky Fox. White Clover then hired Rich Williams and Robby Steinhardt. You might be thinking of Lynn Meridith who sang with the very first Kansas band.

@timerison

Жыл бұрын

@@FultonCalvery None of those people are who I'm thinking of? I even googled it and didn't find the name of the guy I'm thinking about. I remember he was an extrinsic dresser; you could always spot him in a crowd. Oh well, it's been a long time. Now I'm not even sure if he was the singer, might have played guitar? I just know he left the band just before they were signed.

Absolutely satisfying! Looking forward to more!!

Excellent!

Sounds great!!

Kansas is the only group I know of that has never produced a bad album.

@gabeeaglesland1378

Жыл бұрын

As much as Kansas is one of my favorite bands after Point of no return they fell off ,couldn’t be helped. But Livgren would be nice.

@rl1069

Жыл бұрын

@@gabeeaglesland1378 I feel a couple of the albums were somewhat under par and included some fillers. Every long-lasting band experiences that, but their body of work as a whole is outstanding. As for the musicianship, that was never in question. These dudes are amazing players.

@gabeeaglesland1378

Жыл бұрын

@@rl1069 I mean I’ve been going to their shows and idk last year at a 1300 seat venue they were real good. Their 1st 5 records, then they got a little poppy when Walsh left not mention Livgren he’s the man . Fire on fire is a bad song bad sound too poppy. But I like em.

@catholicdad

Жыл бұрын

YUGE Kansas fan here (45 years a fan).I agree, but some were kinda hinky. Clearly, they're back on fire. I grudgingly admit Greer fills Fr. Hope's shoes fully & brings additional talents. I'm glad most got haircuts now. They were starting to look like old ladies.

@dean828

Жыл бұрын

ever listen to "Drastic Measures" all the way thru... let alone "Perfect Lover" addition to Greatest Hits...

Preordered this album…..cannot wait!

Hope this is on the next album

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Excellent! Looking forward to my copy coming!

👍👍👍 The best!

There's nothing like ... ... K A N S A S .!!! We've been to 2 of your concerts in Knoxville and hope to see another one one day.!!! Just one question: why didn't y'all put this in a boxed record set.???

@ProgSnob14

Жыл бұрын

It is, this is an ad for said box set.

@ski6345

Жыл бұрын

Boxed - RECORD - set, not cd. I have lots of - records, vinyl, lp - sets. That's what I collect.

@ProgSnob14

Жыл бұрын

@@ski6345 I'm surprised you collect anything if you've only seen them twice. They tour annually in the states and they do LOTS of dates everywhere.

@ski6345

Жыл бұрын

@Stephen J I said in, KNOXVILLE.!!! That being said, I'm 65 - still collecting records - and I'M not traveling to concerts, anymore.!!! I'm DONE with those days. It doesn't mean I don't want to - it means I'm not.!!!

@ski6345

Жыл бұрын

@Stephen J I paid $150 for this on record. It's clear vinyl vs black vinyl - thus the price difference and rarity.!!! Before you JUMP up someone's ass - SMELL first.!!!

I fully wept over your SONG FOR AMERICA the other day (it's legit been 50 years, you were right then and you're all the more right now), but what I'd love to see is some remasters/remixes of classics like Sparks of the Tempest for "the modern era". And mind, it's the internet, no one's stopping you from rocking an eight-minute prog rock masterpiece - so you should be golden ;) I've grown up on your music and it's still some of the best I've ever heard. This ROCKIN fkn tune oddly reminds me of Savatage but in all honesty,, they were, guaranteed, inspired by you instead.

Kansas Dream Setlist Set 1 The Absence Of Presence Animals On The Roof Camouflage Crowded Isolation Myriad I Can Fly Black Fathom 4 Cold Grey Morning Rainmaker Bells Of St. James Power All I Wanted Tomb 19 Set 2 Fight Fire With Fire Everybody's My Friend Play The Game Tonight Relentless Hold On Loner On The Other Side How My Soul Cries Out For You Reason To Be ENCORE Point Of Know Return Child Of Innocence Can I Tell You Two Cents Worth Song For America Icarus (Borne On Wings Of Steel) Journey From Mariabronn Dust In The Wind The Wall Carry On Wayward Son

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Freaking AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Still an amazing band!! Members that left picked their replacement.

new song from them? 12/9/22? like old days

@asdfzxcv3617

Жыл бұрын

No, it's their first single, in 1974

👍🎸🔥🎶

I'm actually getting a little Deep Purple action in the instrumental in this. Some of the riffs, the rhythm. The tone of the keys. I know; 6th grade Machine Head was my first rock album ever. My second a couple years later was Leftoverture. Major Kansas fan ever since. 1976 and still rocking.

👍👍👌

Usually I think "Sacrilege" when a band "re-records' a classic track... this sounds pretty much like a respectful clone take on the original with modern production... I like it. Kansas, is after all, a band...

Kansas

❤❤

I used to hear you guys when you was white clover

Was it on purpose to make it sound like a 70s Demo again, only with a new line-up? I'm a bit irritated because I'd have expected a more modern sonic approach... But still the best band in the world 🙂

@brunosamppa

Жыл бұрын

🎯 That's the point, my friend. The tonal balance of the Mixing/Mastering is "bizarre". It's flat, thin, weird and even with digital artifacts exposed. Drums sounds like cellophane paper and the vocal layers nothing organic. I pointed it out here in the comments but people treated me as a hater and not a huge fan.

Miss Robby Steinhardt's voice but this sounds great. Rags's take on the violin is slightly different but terrific. Guitar parts by original member Rich Williams sound richer on this version.

Rags really pushes the beat where Robbie had a more laid-back feel. No complaints here, just noting different styles. The energy on the new recording is still evident and they don't sound like a bunch of 70-year-olds, but a band hungry to prove something. This song is still as relevant today as it was 50 years ago. Long Live Kansas!

I was there for the original, and i'm here for this one, thank God! I think they both rock, and both are masterpieces. I personally love both versions. Time brings changes, obviously. I think the current lineup is very talented, just like the original band, and they've done a great job covering this song.

Is this the ONLY song that is a new version? Or is the rest of the album stuff found on previous albums? I like it, but again… I don’t have a CD player in my home or truck so it’s not gonna happen. Wish there was a relevant media choice. Love the new version. Been a fan since 74. Hoping for new material.

It's cool.. but it's loosely tight, unlike the original which was crazy tight. Not a breathe of air between the notes. But I'm glad to hear them still kickin after 50 years

To do what ?

No vinyl. No deal.

Sounds good, but a brand new song would be a better choice.

Sounds ok , vocals aren’t right ,one voice not two, also more guitar solo…Kerry Livgren where are you! I’ve seem em since 75, K.L. Would help. Ragsdale sound good.

Weird production. Sounds like a attempt to emulate some of the "poor/thin" sound from the first albums, but failed miserably in this digital domain. This don't sound in any way to a 2022 state of art production. The vocals layered all in the center sounds horrible, like recorded through Zoom Meetings.

@t0manderson571

Жыл бұрын

Try it at 1.5 speed.

@JonathanHiller

Жыл бұрын

You need better listening monitors.

@tomrott5333

Жыл бұрын

100% agreed. Very flat sound.

@fretfix1

Жыл бұрын

I too have "mixed" feelings about this version. I have all the early albums on vinyl and I would not call the sound/mix thin. Each album sounded better than the obe before. By the time they got to Leftoverture it was dialed in...big time.

@blakeh6250

Жыл бұрын

It's ur cell phone