I have many “favorite” songs from Kansas. At different times in my life, each has played a special part. John Elefante sings these incredible lyrics as well as any man ever could. I’m thankful for how this song spoke to my heart.
Man, what you find on YT. I was checking out the interview Kerry did on the 700 Club many years ago. And "Crossifre" opened the clip. My first exposure to "Crossfire" was actually as the theme song for a Dallas based Christian rock program that ran about a year or two on the old Zoo in the mid 80s. Needless to say, I was surprised when I found the song today. Thanks for bringing back memories
This is when Kansas played all the music the way it was on the album....When Kerry was at the helm they were tight and played with passion. Today's Kansas I feel play a watered down version of almost everything in their set . I wish Greg Robert would rejoin so many of the keyboard lines would be played again and many of the great old music would be performed .
This one song was the crowning pinnacle of Kerry's message about salvation and eternal life. He reached more people with the truth about Christ with this one song. The fact that Walsh refused to sing the lyrics only serve as confirmation of the truthfulness of them. Walsh was, and is a lost soul.
Cuando escuché este tema (esta versión) la primera vez, me di cuenta de que a Walsh se lo puede echar de menos, pero la ausencia que más pesó en el grupo fue la de Kerry Livgren. Tremendo compositor y sus teclados y guitarras brillan como el sol en este, quizá el último gran tema que compuso para la banda. No tengo mucha idea qué es lo que dicen las letras, por lo que leí es algo cristiano, por lo que sé Kerry se convirtió al ateísmo a fines de los 70. Pero la música es un viaje, es una balada rock con tintes progresivos marca Kansas y... Por dios, esa parte central cósmica, solo le faltaban luces de colores en hilera en el escenario para ser perfecto.
The band didn't get better after Walsh left. Heck no. Because then Steinhardt left and Drastic Measures was a poor pop album except for 3 songs Livgren contributed. Then Walsh came back and Power from 86 was a solid album.
This is probably the most overtly christian song Kansas ever did. Still it's a pretty good song in my opinion. I liked both of the Elefante albums though obviously I prefer Walsh.
To Me, This Group Had It All...Long Before Most...They Are Kansas...It has To feel Great to hold "fast" to your Heart...
I have many “favorite” songs from Kansas. At different times in my life, each has played a special part. John Elefante sings these incredible lyrics as well as any man ever could. I’m thankful for how this song spoke to my heart.
ow. kansas. Amazing n awesome band.two thumbs up!
John Elefante, Kerry, Phil and Mr. Steinhardt. Excellent.
Great band!!
I'm a brazilian guy!!
I don't know a better band!!
Kansas is amazing!!
A thank to the God for it!!
Abraços!!
Prog rock brasil!
"All is forgiven. If you're living anew."
You are right - I did check my '84 concert and it's listed. If I get a chance in the next few days, I'll see who sang Robby's part...
Man, what you find on YT. I was checking out the interview Kerry did on the 700 Club many years ago. And "Crossifre" opened the clip.
My first exposure to "Crossfire" was actually as the theme song for a Dallas based Christian rock program that ran about a year or two on the old Zoo in the mid 80s. Needless to say, I was surprised when I found the song today. Thanks for bringing back memories
watching these guys makes me smile. thats all ive got to say
Super awesome performance!!!
I love this band throughout the years with all the different lineups still was Kick-Ass no matter who was in the lineup!!!
what a powerhouse of talent.
Crossfire is on Vinyl Confessions and they played it on the Vinyl Confessions tour around '82.
AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!
FiVE stars and Vlogged!
♫ ToMMyY!! ♫
This is when Kansas played all the music the way it was on the album....When Kerry was at the helm they were tight and played with passion. Today's Kansas I feel play a watered down version of almost everything in their set . I wish Greg Robert would rejoin so many of the keyboard lines would be played again and many of the great old music would be performed .
He Has Never Left...Chances are taken...
This one song was the crowning pinnacle of Kerry's message about salvation and eternal life. He reached more people with the truth about Christ with this one song. The fact that Walsh refused to sing the lyrics only serve as confirmation of the truthfulness of them. Walsh was, and is a lost soul.
No use to blame SW, Kansas found a better vocalist instead..
@joemusictube no doubt!
they are both AMAZING ! ! ! !
I LOVE YOU 大好き。
Very good christian song.
I don't think they played Crossfire on the Drastic Measures tour. If they did, Michael Gleason or Warren Ham could have sung Robby's part.
Warren Ham. He would would later join Kerry Livgren's post-Kansas band "AD".
How missed is that soulful voice and spirt of Robby???
Cuando escuché este tema (esta versión) la primera vez, me di cuenta de que a Walsh se lo puede echar de menos, pero la ausencia que más pesó en el grupo fue la de Kerry Livgren. Tremendo compositor y sus teclados y guitarras brillan como el sol en este, quizá el último gran tema que compuso para la banda. No tengo mucha idea qué es lo que dicen las letras, por lo que leí es algo cristiano, por lo que sé Kerry se convirtió al ateísmo a fines de los 70. Pero la música es un viaje, es una balada rock con tintes progresivos marca Kansas y... Por dios, esa parte central cósmica, solo le faltaban luces de colores en hilera en el escenario para ser perfecto.
KANSAS RULEZ, hello from brazilian fans
Why they don t play this song live anymore?
Probably because of Kerry's Christian lyrics; Steve Walsh cited that as the reason for his 1981 departure.
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Kerry Livgren is a true artist!! Thumbs up. And the band only got better after Walsh threw his little tantrum and left. Silly man.
The band didn't get better after Walsh left. Heck no. Because then Steinhardt left and Drastic Measures was a poor pop album except for 3 songs Livgren contributed. Then Walsh came back and Power from 86 was a solid album.
Steve Walsh was great singer and was replaced for one great singer too, John Elefante.
Great song on such an underrated album. Probably the closest voice to match Steve Walsh’s. Too bad JE’s time with Kansas was short due to health.
Did this song ever get any airtime on Christian radio?
This is probably the most overtly christian song Kansas ever did. Still it's a pretty good song in my opinion. I liked both of the Elefante albums though obviously I prefer Walsh.