This album was one of those from the 70's where every song was a potential #1. A great band that had symphonic cohesion in their compositions. Great songwriting and performance. They are even better live.
They recorded and mixed their debut in 3 weeks....cutting the drums for multiple songs over 9 minutes long....no click track ...tempo changes ....time signature changes ? YIKES.......... Kerry Livgren is / was a genius . Legit . Most of this just came from his head.
I see Kansas and I automatically hit like! Kansas in the 70’s was very progressive. Most people don’t get past Dust In The Wind or Carry On Wayward Son but they have a huge catalogue of music that is epic. I saw them live in 1987 and twice this year. They are incredible live. When you get a chance you should listen to the entire Leftoverture album. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you for reacting to this amazing group!
Giant wormhole opened here. A deeper dive beyond the radio hits will be most rewarding. Song for America, A Glimpse of Home, Closet Chronicles, Mysteries and Mayhem, and SO many more. A band that truly has it all. Great melodies, complex arrangements, and phenomenal vocals.
You mentioned that Kansas would be fun to see in concert. Well, Brian May, of Queen, said it perfectly " Incredible music and when they play it's like listening to a record." Pretty high praise. They're the best live band I've ever seen.
My favorite band of all time... by far. They just announced a week ago that they're doing a 50th anniversary tour this summer, starting in June. These will be 2 hour + shows, and I guarantee you this song is one they'll play as part of this tour. You should really see them on this tour if it's within a few hours drive of where you live, it's WELL worth it. I've seen them 5 times since 2016 and they do not disappoint. Go see them, you'll be SO glad you did! Not many bands can even say they have been able to hang around for 50 years, much less still be touring and making new music too at that point! They released a new album in 2020 called "The Absence Of Presence", and it's fantastic!
Steve Walsh is one of the best rock vocalists - ever. He’s also the band’s organist, and their vibraphonist. He’s still putting out great music today, though has retired from touring.
I also think Steve Walsh is the greatest male rock vocalist, super underrated, I wanna cry every time I listen to him sing. As a testament to his vocal prowess, please react to Journey From Mariabronn (his greatest studio vocal performance where he vocalizes for a straight 40 seconds), The Wall, Icarus - Borne On Wings of Steel, or Hold On (another disay of vocal showmanship). Take it from a 17 year old Kansas fan, their music transcends time into every generation. I already saw them twice and will see them twice again in June.
Kansas, Rush, this 63yr olds favorite Bands of all time! 70’s Prog Rock is AWESOME!!!! Go deep into their albums, you won’t be disappointed!! Thank you!
Great choice for a Kansas song! This 66 year old still loves this music! I recommend "Apercu" and Death of mother nature suite" played together off their first album. I love your reviews!
Great track from a great album. I was a big fan of Kansas growing up, ever since hearing Dust in the wind as a 12 year old. None of my Aussie mates understood me at school but I am stilla big fan of Prog.
Kansas does, they released an album called "The Absence of Presence" in 2020, and it's fantastic! Also, they're touring for the band's 50th anniversary starting this summer, go catch them live if you can!
I saw Kansas at Sweden Rock Festival 2011. Didn't know much about them, but they were magical! Among the absolute best I've seen live, and I've seen A LOT
This is the first tune I heard when my older brother brought the album home when it was released in 76. I was 11 and came home from baseball practice. I stood in my tracks listening and Kansas was my favorite band from then on. Walsh in his prime was the best rock vocalist period. He was unreal playing live.
Who else could combine electric and acoustic guitars, synth, bass, organ, violin AND a gong, and make it sound this good? Their song, Carry On Wayward Son, and Peter Frampton's Do You Feel Like We Do dominated the air waves around this time.
"Tell me now dear Mother, tell me what's it like to be so old. Children grown and leaving, seems the world is growing cold. And though your body's ailing you your mind is just like new." - Boy that really hits home.
Remember thinking what a profound statement that was so many years ago as a teen when this song was popular. Now I am that mother and grandmother. It's ironic and beautiful at the same time. Wouldn't change any of it. It's the journey of life.
4/4 and 7/8 are predominate throughout. When I was young, very young before learning how to play odd time, I would marvel at this song. Eventually, I'd come to learn how to read and play odd time inside and over the bar. Opened up a whole new world of progressive playing for me.
This is a perfect album. You need to listen to the whole thing from top to bottom in one sitting. It will change your life as it did mine when I was 12 years old in 1976. I went from a classically trained violinist to one that just wanted to rock and have long hair and a long beard like my hero Robby Steinhardt the violinist of Kansas. Which I did achieve 2 years later when I grew my first beard at 14 and let my hair grow. All because of this record.🙂🎻🎸
Thanks... it was like I was hearing it all over again... Every track on that album is fantastic you should listen to the whole thing... And then go back to the beginning .. you're just scratching the surface..all the world.. should be next.👍
Kansas is in my top 5 bands of all time! Every musician in this band is top notch: Steve Walsh(lead vocals/keyboards), Kerry Livgren(guitars/keyboards/main lyrical writer), Robbie Steinhardt(violin/vocals), Phil Ehart(drums), Rich Williams(guitars), and Dave Hope(bass guitar) Their hits would be Carry On Wayward Son, Dust In The Wind, Point Of No Return, Song For America, Portrait/He Knew, The Wall, Play The Game Tonight, Fight Fire With Fire, etc.. Since I'm a major Kansas fan I love all of their albums! I recommend listening to the studio versions of their songs first and then delve into the live versions! Thank you for reacting to one of my favorite bands of all time! They are still touring today, but only 2 original members Phil Ehart and Rich Williams are still with the band and Robbie Steinhardt passed away just recently! Please react to more Kansas, thank you!
Bassist Dave Hope here left the band to become an Anglican Priest. Leftoverture was one of the first USA prog albums I ever bought here in the UK and is still one I listen to today.
The singer, Steve Walsh was for me hands down the best there was at this time. Check out the live album Two For The Show. Dio was his only competition really.
Just my opinion but Steve Whalch had the greatest male voice of any rock band period ! When Kansas split he went on to have a solo career With songs like 'Hold on' Which really showcases his vocal abilities !! Another great song by Kansas to check out would be The Wall ... Carry on my wayward son and dust in the wind are great songs but they are so played out in the reaction video world , They've now become overkill , That's why I suggest "The Wall " ... ✌️
"Hold On" was not one of Steve's solo songs, it is from the Kansas Album "AudioVisions". I was lucky enough to see them on that tour... man, what a show that was. Steve was absolutely untouchable at that time, no one else even came close.
@@JonathanHiller , I tend to get a little confused sometimes with all the edibles I indulge in ! Ha ... Kansas has been in my top 3 for the last 46 years ! I collect CD'S , Cuz I'm old school like that ! but I have every cd Kansas ever put out ! No cd collection would be complete without the entire Kansas catalog ! Born on wings of steel is one of their greatest !
This is my favourite album by Kansas. As the previous comment said, every track a potential number one. But, they still have so many awesome tracks that are not on this album. They could certainly keep you guys busy for a while! Great job!
The awesome Bassist is Dave Hope who also converted to Christianity around the same time as composer Kerry Livgren. They started a band called AD which were also brilliant and he then became a Reverend in the Episcopalian church
The entire album is worth a listen Not a clunker on it Kerry was on a creative songwriting high here Kansas still tours steadily today The only original members are the guitar player and the drummer (although their current bass player and sometime vocalist, Billy Greer, has been with them going on 40 years) they have a VERY talented lineup currently. Does the original proud They were blessed with two great singers in their heyday (1970s) Robbie Steinhardt (the "fiddle" player lol here) sang the lead on this one. RIP. He passed about a year ago Steve Walsh was the high counter vocal (and the organ player) Walsh (in his prime) was untouchable as a singer. Truly, a gifted voice FYI: the bass player is Dave Hope Dave also converted to Christianity (thru Kerry' guidance) and is now a minister in Florida. He overcame a heavy substance abuse problem So, Miracles out of Nowhere indeed! :-) Suggestions from this album The Wall Cheyenne Anthem and if you want a wild epic/ride..Magnum Opus It'll floor ya BTW: Carry on wayward son is also on this album. This album saved their careers. A HUGE hit in 1976 Rock on guys (and gals) You are fun to watch!
Do Magnum Opus! Prog at it's best......or Journey from Mariabronn. Kansas are brilliant....I say 'are' because they are still going, still touring and putting out albums!
Check out Song For America, Your Reason To Be, Magnum Opus, The Wall, Lamplight Symphony, Carry On My Wayward Son, Cheyenne Anthem. So many great songs by this group and they are still touring!♥️✌️
"JOURNEY FROM MARIABRONN" has to be your next reaction from them - Steve Walsh's best vocal performance for sure !!! Saw them in Sept and they still have that essence of Kansas even though they only have (2) original members left - it's an amazing experience if you get the chance to see them live !!!
You two are hilarious, it’s great that yall appreciate the 70’s Prog Rock!! I Love it, but that egg salad joke, 🤣🤪 PLEASE………Love you guys, and yes I’m a Prog Rock DORK!!
This album was one of those from the 70's where every song was a potential #1. A great band that had symphonic cohesion in their compositions. Great songwriting and performance. They are even better live.
Kansas has lots of brilliant records but this is really masterpiece. I love Audio-visions album as well.
@@travellerseko SOOO agree with you! This, "Song for America" and "Point of Know Return" were off-the-charts AWESOME!
@@markstromberg1148 masque
They recorded and mixed their debut in 3 weeks....cutting the drums for multiple songs over 9 minutes long....no click track ...tempo changes ....time signature changes ? YIKES.......... Kerry Livgren is / was a genius . Legit . Most of this just came from his head.
America's Best Classic Prog band !!! 👍🎶
Steinhardt and Walsh trading vocals. This shit is beyond amazing.
I see Kansas and I automatically hit like! Kansas in the 70’s was very progressive. Most people don’t get past Dust In The Wind or Carry On Wayward Son but they have a huge catalogue of music that is epic. I saw them live in 1987 and twice this year. They are incredible live. When you get a chance you should listen to the entire Leftoverture album. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you for reacting to this amazing group!
The whole Leftoverture album is awesome must listen to front to back!
Steve Walsh is one of the most underrated vocalists, ever.
Steve Walsh is one of the best rock vocalist no one knows the name of.
Dave Hope was one of the best bass players of the day. I'll even go so far as to say ever!
Great song choice and album. Kansas always delivered top shelf vocals and musicianship.
Giant wormhole opened here. A deeper dive beyond the radio hits will be most rewarding. Song for America, A Glimpse of Home, Closet Chronicles, Mysteries and Mayhem, and SO many more. A band that truly has it all. Great melodies, complex arrangements, and phenomenal vocals.
You mentioned that Kansas would be fun to see in concert. Well, Brian May, of Queen, said it perfectly " Incredible music and when they play it's like listening to a record." Pretty high praise. They're the best live band I've ever seen.
My favorite band of all time... by far. They just announced a week ago that they're doing a 50th anniversary tour this summer, starting in June. These will be 2 hour + shows, and I guarantee you this song is one they'll play as part of this tour. You should really see them on this tour if it's within a few hours drive of where you live, it's WELL worth it. I've seen them 5 times since 2016 and they do not disappoint. Go see them, you'll be SO glad you did! Not many bands can even say they have been able to hang around for 50 years, much less still be touring and making new music too at that point! They released a new album in 2020 called "The Absence Of Presence", and it's fantastic!
I’ve seen them eight time. Seven in the late seventies and in 2018. They always blow me away
Going to see them in Seattle Sept 8th at the Paramount
Steve Walsh is one of the best rock vocalists - ever. He’s also the band’s organist, and their vibraphonist. He’s still putting out great music today, though has retired from touring.
I also think Steve Walsh is the greatest male rock vocalist, super underrated, I wanna cry every time I listen to him sing. As a testament to his vocal prowess, please react to Journey From Mariabronn (his greatest studio vocal performance where he vocalizes for a straight 40 seconds), The Wall, Icarus - Borne On Wings of Steel, or Hold On (another disay of vocal showmanship). Take it from a 17 year old Kansas fan, their music transcends time into every generation. I already saw them twice and will see them twice again in June.
Kansas, Rush, this 63yr olds favorite Bands of all time! 70’s Prog Rock is AWESOME!!!! Go deep into their albums, you won’t be disappointed!! Thank you!
Great choice for a Kansas song! This 66 year old still loves this music! I recommend "Apercu" and Death of mother nature suite" played together off their first album. I love your reviews!
He knew. He knew more than me and you.
Great track from a great album. I was a big fan of Kansas growing up, ever since hearing Dust in the wind as a 12 year old. None of my Aussie mates understood me at school but I am stilla big fan of Prog.
Don't forget Robbie Steinhardt's violin as well. Robbie was also the secondary vocalist.
That was fun! Welcome to a big, wider world! These guys bring it by the trainload every time they suit up! Glad you enjoyed it!
That dude could sing.I’ve seen some their live stuff on here,and he’s just as good.
Dave Hope was one of the greatest “prog” bassists of the day. Melody, tone, timing he had it all.
Don’t forget Phil Ehart, the most underrated drummer of all time!
@@howardcrosby4388 Hope and Ehart = masterful rhythm section
Don't make amazing music like that anymore, classic 70s :)
Absolutely right!!!🤟🤟
Kansas does, they released an album called "The Absence of Presence" in 2020, and it's fantastic! Also, they're touring for the band's 50th anniversary starting this summer, go catch them live if you can!
You know its a good song when it ends with a gong!
KANSAS is the BEST rock band the USA has ever spawned! The famous 'Leftoverture' album is a TIMELESS MASTERPIECE!
I saw Kansas at Sweden Rock Festival 2011. Didn't know much about them, but they were magical! Among the absolute best I've seen live, and I've seen A LOT
I saw Kansas many times in the 70s and they were great
This is the first tune I heard when my older brother brought the album home when it was released in 76. I was 11 and came home from baseball practice. I stood in my tracks listening and Kansas was my favorite band from then on. Walsh in his prime was the best rock vocalist period. He was unreal playing live.
My favorite band to see live in the 70s. Every time they came to Chicago I was there.
First concert I ever saw. “Dust in the Wind” was charting and that was the show opener. They played the album and three encores. Excellent live show!
You need to react to the entire album. It’s a masterpiece.
Kansas is worth diving into. All master. Musicians, with Kerry Livgren’s vocals and Steve Walsh’s vocals., epic!
I had this album when I was a teenager and this is the first time in like 30 yrs I heard this some and still remember it all. Thanks Guys!
Saw them in Oakland about 1977. Very high energy and playing exceptionally well together. Think of the band Yes after drinking a gallon of coffee.
Would that have been a Day On The Green concert?
Should hear this live, have followed Kansas- from Louisiana --Mississippi even to Oklahoma over the past 45 yrs.
best band of the world ...!
Who else could combine electric and acoustic guitars, synth, bass, organ, violin AND a gong, and make it sound this good? Their song, Carry On Wayward Son, and Peter Frampton's Do You Feel Like We Do dominated the air waves around this time.
"Tell me now dear Mother, tell me what's it like to be so old. Children grown and leaving, seems the world is growing cold. And though your body's ailing you your mind is just like new." - Boy that really hits home.
Remember thinking what a profound statement that was so many years ago as a teen when this song was popular. Now I am that mother and grandmother. It's ironic and beautiful at the same time. Wouldn't change any of it. It's the journey of life.
You should check out "The Song the River Sang" - off Kansas latest album. It is jaw dropping good !
Love playing drums to this. The mixed meter and time changes are fun.
4/4 and 7/8 are predominate throughout. When I was young, very young before learning how to play odd time, I would marvel at this song. Eventually, I'd come to learn how to read and play odd time inside and over the bar. Opened up a whole new world of progressive playing for me.
This is a perfect album. You need to listen to the whole thing from top to bottom in one sitting. It will change your life as it did mine when I was 12 years old in 1976. I went from a classically trained violinist to one that just wanted to rock and have long hair and a long beard like my hero Robby Steinhardt the violinist of Kansas. Which I did achieve 2 years later when I grew my first beard at 14 and let my hair grow. All because of this record.🙂🎻🎸
Great choice! One of their best. Try "The Wall" for more superb vocals from the great Steve Walsh! This is a Hall of Fame snub band.
Thanks... it was like I was hearing it all over again... Every track on that album is fantastic you should listen to the whole thing... And then go back to the beginning .. you're just scratching the surface..all the world.. should be next.👍
Saw them 3 times in the mid to late 70s as their original lineup. Yeah, I was that big a fan and still am.
My favorite Kansas song, Livgren is an amazing songwriter.
KANSAS IS THE MOST FUCKING LAYERED, ARTICULATE, EMOTIONALLY INTELLECTUAL, INSPIRING, AND GREATEST AMERICAN PROG BAND OF ALL TIME.
Kansas is in my top 5 bands of all time! Every musician in this band is top notch: Steve Walsh(lead vocals/keyboards), Kerry Livgren(guitars/keyboards/main lyrical writer), Robbie Steinhardt(violin/vocals), Phil Ehart(drums), Rich Williams(guitars), and Dave Hope(bass guitar) Their hits would be Carry On Wayward Son, Dust In The Wind, Point Of No Return, Song For America, Portrait/He Knew, The Wall, Play The Game Tonight, Fight Fire With Fire, etc.. Since I'm a major Kansas fan I love all of their albums! I recommend listening to the studio versions of their songs first and then delve into the live versions! Thank you for reacting to one of my favorite bands of all time! They are still touring today, but only 2 original members Phil Ehart and Rich Williams are still with the band and Robbie Steinhardt passed away just recently! Please react to more Kansas, thank you!
Yes. Kansas is REALLY fun to see live!!!
Great reaction! If Kansas comes near your town you owe it to yourself to see them!
The bass player is Dave Hope one of the original members from 1974.
Kansas was one of my favorite bands in the 70/80. Miracle out... is one of my
top-10-songs ever. I love the voice of Steve Walsh.
Kansas was awesome prog rock at it’s finest❤
Love that part where Dave and Phil come in on the rounds.
That's the 7/8 middle part and it is what makes this song so progressive in my opinion.
Came out the year my crowd got drivers licenses and car stereos. Wore out a cassette copy of this masterwork.
The two of you always make me feel better!
The Leftoverture Album was the best ever- all the song were written in a week-during a recording session-God was smiling on them all-
They had back to back albums (Leftoverture and Point of No Return) that were just phenomenal. Both went 4X platinum.
No one played like Kansas!!!!!
Kansas was my very first concert. They played with .38 Special and they were incredible. This was back in 1980 LOL.
They still exist. I've seen them three times and they're great live.
That's my favorite Kansas song. 😊👍
SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY WHEN WE WERE RIDIN THROUGH THE BOTTOMS JAMMIN TO THIS , BUT IT WAS 1970 SOMETHING✌✌✌✌
Bassist Dave Hope here left the band to become an Anglican Priest. Leftoverture was one of the first USA prog albums I ever bought here in the UK and is still one I listen to today.
There are various other amazing good songs on the “Masque” album. Fantastic band!
I saw Kansas in the early 2000s. The absolutely tightest band I ever saw live.
Always loved this song❤️
Band... Spock's beard out of la... multiple CDs, start with the song at the end of the day... outstanding
A "Fiddle" would be Country 🤠🤤
A Violin would be Classic Prog !! 🤔🧐🎻🎼🎶☺
The singer, Steve Walsh was for me hands down the best there was at this time. Check out the live album Two For The Show. Dio was his only competition really.
Know you probably have heard of “ Dust in the Wind”….They are the absolute kings of transitions.
Just my opinion but Steve Whalch had the greatest male voice of any rock band period ! When Kansas split he went on to have a solo career With songs like 'Hold on' Which really showcases his vocal abilities !! Another great song by Kansas to check out would be The Wall ... Carry on my wayward son and dust in the wind are great songs but they are so played out in the reaction video world , They've now become overkill , That's why I suggest "The Wall " ... ✌️
"Hold On" was not one of Steve's solo songs, it is from the Kansas Album "AudioVisions". I was lucky enough to see them on that tour... man, what a show that was. Steve was absolutely untouchable at that time, no one else even came close.
@@JonathanHiller , I tend to get a little confused sometimes with all the edibles I indulge in ! Ha ... Kansas has been in my top 3 for the last 46 years ! I collect CD'S , Cuz I'm old school like that ! but I have every cd Kansas ever put out ! No cd collection would be complete without the entire Kansas catalog ! Born on wings of steel is one of their greatest !
One of my favorites! Thanks for the trip to my teens. BTW, you guys are awesome.
Saw them a couple of years before covid and they were great ..
Same album, "Magnum Opus". Prog rock epic. Please check that out.
This is my favourite album by Kansas. As the previous comment said, every track a potential number one. But, they still have so many awesome tracks that are not on this album. They could certainly keep you guys busy for a while! Great job!
The awesome Bassist is Dave Hope who also converted to Christianity around the same time as composer Kerry Livgren. They started a band called AD which were also brilliant and he then became a Reverend in the Episcopalian church
The entire album is worth a listen
Not a clunker on it
Kerry was on a creative songwriting high here
Kansas still tours steadily today
The only original members are the guitar player and the drummer (although their current bass player and sometime vocalist, Billy Greer, has been with them going on 40 years) they have a VERY talented lineup currently. Does the original proud
They were blessed with two great singers in their heyday (1970s)
Robbie Steinhardt (the "fiddle" player lol here) sang the lead on this one. RIP. He passed about a year ago
Steve Walsh was the high counter vocal (and the organ player)
Walsh (in his prime) was untouchable as a singer. Truly, a gifted voice
FYI: the bass player is Dave Hope
Dave also converted to Christianity (thru Kerry' guidance) and is now a minister in Florida.
He overcame a heavy substance abuse problem
So, Miracles out of Nowhere indeed! :-)
Suggestions from this album
The Wall
Cheyenne Anthem
and if you want a wild epic/ride..Magnum Opus
It'll floor ya
BTW: Carry on wayward son is also on this album. This album saved their careers. A HUGE hit in 1976
Rock on guys (and gals)
You are fun to watch!
Do Magnum Opus! Prog at it's best......or Journey from Mariabronn. Kansas are brilliant....I say 'are' because they are still going, still touring and putting out albums!
Kansas is in the Top 20 Rock Bands ever, IMO!
Check out Song For America, Your Reason To Be, Magnum Opus, The Wall, Lamplight Symphony, Carry On My Wayward Son, Cheyenne Anthem. So many great songs by this group and they are still touring!♥️✌️
Enjoyed this man.😎🎸🎸🎸
Kansas - best prog band on the planet. Great song choice ✨
Magnum Opus is another really good piece. This is a very progressive album. Great listening cranked up!
Love you both, honest reviews
Brings back memories
I can across you two looking for a great version of MOON. Holly crap you guys! For metal heads, so cool to watch you guys dig my Favorite Kansas song.
You two weren't read for that one were ya! Woooooooooo!
I saw the Leftoverature tour when I was in high school. It was awesome. I saw them many more times. PLAY STARSHIP TROOPER BY YES.
You guys have good taste..ive watched alot of your Drean Theater videos
Great band and great song. Need to check Song For America.
"JOURNEY FROM MARIABRONN" has to be your next reaction from them - Steve Walsh's best vocal performance for sure !!!
Saw them in Sept and they still have that essence of Kansas even though they only have (2) original members left - it's an amazing experience if you get the chance to see them live !!!
"All we are is dust in the wind... Dude" -Ted Theodore Logan
You two are hilarious, it’s great that yall appreciate the 70’s Prog Rock!! I Love it, but that egg salad joke, 🤣🤪 PLEASE………Love you guys, and yes I’m a Prog Rock DORK!!
Thanks Scotty! Lol
Don Kirshner got these guys going as an alternative to British art rock. Much more to them than Carry On Wayward Son.
They were good to see live I seen them 4 times between 1979 to 1981 they put on a damn good show
Kansas rules!!!
progressive rock at its best!
Progressive Rock, guys!
Hear, Icarus-on wings of steel, portrait he knew, child of innocents, pinnacle, Cheyenne anthem, opus, carry on wayward son. There, that's a start.