Rich Williams did not attend the Topeka Shows due to devastating damage in NC where he lives, from Hurricane Helene. He is currently in the Touring Band and all aspects Kansas. Phil Ehart was expected to make a return to the stage at these shows following his recovery from a heart attack last year. He had an unexpected, unrelated health issue concerning kidney stones just prior to these shows and couldn't attend. He is still Managing the Band on a daily basis and has been for 40 years. Prospects are hopeful for a return in some form to the stage again. Billy Greer retired last month after 40 years, well deserved. This video was intended to highlight Original members Kerry Livgren and Dave Hope as they sat in with the Band in Topeka. Very fortunate that they participated. Yes, the faces have changed as time marches on. These members that have left or are limited are in their 70s with thousands of gigs logged. Please show some respect for their contributions, past and present. Thank you, and thanks for watching! EDIT: Steve Walsh retired in 2014. To date, he does not participate in anything KANSAS
There will always be some comment added about Not original members, and I understand this as a fan of any band. Kansas, to me, my opinion; they are an exception. Just follow their history. Kansas is not about the members personality, but their talent and professionalism in creating and recreating Kansas music. Kansas is about the music...the music of Kansas. Thanks!!
They still sound great & it's great how the original members from time to time still show up for their performances. Why is groups like Kansas, Bad Company, Styx & REO not in the R&R Hall of Fame, to just name a few.
Kerry Livgren: dude comes out in baggy jeans, and farm clothes, and a farmer's cap. Looks like he JUST got finished milking the cows on the ranch, and just JAMS THAT GUITAR. ICONIC!!!!!! 70s-80s rock, simply can't be matched.
First album I bought with change I had saved, because I heard this song on the radio. My head was just above the register counter at the record store. I put the album on the counter then dumped my change on the counter. For half a second, the guy gave me a dirty look and then he saw the excitement in my eyes and he smiled and said “Let’s count this together.”
As a teen when that song came on KERN radio in Bakersfield it was such a breath a fresh air to hear something new... we all knew it was going to be great..
In my expert opinion, the most underrated band of that era. Great live show. R & R Hall of Fame, kiss my a$$. I was fortunate to meet most members who were interested in my plaster full body caster following back surgery. I was 17 years old. I was 6'2" and 110 lbs. I looked like a Holocaust survivor and Steve Walsh did the "what happened to you man" and wanted to hear the details, I guess. I was in a car accident and had some spinal cord damage. (I was back walking again) Anyway all those guys were just nice people, very kind to a star-struck kid. Leftovature is still in my top ten favorite albums. (That body cast was a head turner, during the year+ I wore the damn thing I met a slew of Classic Rock stars. My uncle had security contracts with a few venues, and I was able to hang backstage provided I act like a fly on the wall. So, they approached me. It was gnarly, from the back of my head to my butt, it weighed 7lbs Jimmy Page talked to me for a ½ hour after a show! He was still drenched. Greg Lake, Steve Howe, Ian Anderson, Lindsey Buckingham, Neil Young, Ritchie Blackmore, Dewey Bunell & Gerry Beckley from America. Tom Johnstone from Doobie Bros. I wish I'd have thought to have them all sign it. Those guys are just people too, but with a very cool job. Sorry, I got carried away there) 😜
@davidgilmour9447 Great story, and thank you for sharing! I'm happy these musicians brought you some joy in the most difficult of times! At 25, I contracted Guillian Barre Syndrome and was paralyzed from the neck down. With time and physical therapy, I made a near full recovery. I'm 63 now and retired, healthy and got sober 10 years ago this coming July. Kansas has been my favorite band since their Debut Album in 1974 when I was 13. Our stories are similar yet different, but I totally understand your perspective. BTW, David Gilmour is my favorite guitar player, and the best the the planet right now! I love his new Album, Luck and Strange
@@stevemcfate1961 You're the one with the great story. My cousin had GBS. He took his own life and his decline was heartbreaking. I'm the world's biggest David Gilmour fan and my buddy got tickets to the Hollywood Bowl show in Nov. as a Father's Day gift from his kids. 4 years ago his wife went in for minor surgery to repair a small hernia. The surgeon nicked her stomach, and the acid was allowed to go undiagnosed for a week as it destroyed her insides. Two weeks before the concert she died. I made him go anyway. And we got problems right? Congratulations on your recovery, that was a long road for sure. I too followed Kansas from the beginning and was bummed when Kerry left. The Hall of Fame is nonsense. It should be policed by musicians. Blondie and Joan Jett? Those guys hate prog rock. Thanks for taking time to respond and for the video. Take care!
My late 16 year old son loved to play this song on Guitar Hero.....he knew i loved this song and it made me happy to watch him play along. Thanks Kansas for giving us this song and giving this forever grieving dad some great memories with his son. Miss you Xavier.....Dad will always love ya!
@hertzair1186 63 here next week! Lots of changes brought on by time but such a rich history that I finally explored in Topeka, a trip I've been looking at doing for decades. Meeting Kerry and Dave Hope here was the cherry on top!
@hertzair1186 thank you! I have a couple other music videos from this trip coming! I spent 4 days in Topeka, I brought my bicycle on Amtrak and biked the trails to the landmarks and key sites like Burnett's Mound. I have video of that as well that I'll be posting :)
Been a fan of Kansas for 50 years, I've seen them many times. I went to the 50th anniversary concert last year, Dave and Phil were there & played a couple songs. I was hoping to see Kerry, and even Steve come out & play on a couple, but they weren't there. Happy to see Kerry's recovery from his stroke, he look good for what he's been through.
The pictures faded and time has stolen youth away. Happy for Dave and Kerry. SO SO grateful for all the shows I was able to see with the original band.
Great to see Dave and Kerry! All you guys sound great! It was VERY cool seeing Kerry wielding his Dean Cadillac too. Every time I see one of those, I immediately associate it with Kerry Livgren (a major musical influence for me, since I was a kid).
@lurpsound4151 Rich is still in the band, he is digging out from the hurricane, Phil is still recovering from a heart attack and could return at some point. Everyone has a sub in this band, no shows are canceled
Basically, yes. Legally, no since Rich and Phil give their blessing to play without them. Typical problem for fans these days who expect more of the classic bands that are trying to hang on.
I've been a fan of Kansas since 1976, when one of my older brothers bought Leftoverture on cassette. My brother only ended up liking Carry On Wayward Son, but I loved the whole album. When I saw Kansas on their 40th anniversary tours of Leftoverture and Point Of Know Return, they were both fantastic shows. Yes, it would have been nice to see a mostly original band, but it is what it is.
I love this band and this great song! I love original members. I love this bands story. I don’t hate on the new members. This great music still needs to be played and played live! Thanks for posting!
@@tomv4408 Kerry's playing continues to improve following his stroke. He played considerably more accomplished than last year when I saw him at the KC Show, and Dave Hope! That guy has so much energy and enthusiastic!
So many emotions that song brings to so many people! What a great 50 years it has been and so much more to come! Kerry’s lyrics inspire today and will remain timeless for generations. All the right stuff on that stage !
Thank you for the explanation regarding Rich Williams and Phil Ehart. Wish them both the best. I did notice it took four guitar players to replace Rich!!!!
You're welcome, I don't know why others can't see it. It's a pinned explanation, I guess they don't look for it. They just are looking to pick apart and say something negative
This is such a groovy song and if ya like this one I would encourage yall to check out Rez Band " Where Roses Grow " Live 😊 Hey Jesus loves and digs yall ✌️
I went to the 40th anniversary show for leftoverture in 2017 at Topeka as well. If I remember right, Kerry played Dust and Carry on that night, and it was one of the first tours after Steve left. Was a good show with Phil, Rich, Kerry plus Ragsdale and Billy Greer. I think at this point, Billy could be considered a form of original at this point, being with them full time since 1986 and on every album since then. Rags has been on/off for a long time too
Many times with rock concerts, the guitar, bass, and drums overwhelm the vocals and sometimes keyboards. The vocalists will try to compensate by singing louder but they end up singing off pitch or just sounding less pleasant. Sometimes it is so bad that any listener unfamiliar with the melody would have a hard time picking it up as it is heavily buried underneath the bass and distortion. I state this complaint as the background for complimenting Kansas' performance here. They sound terrific. The vocals are great. I can actually hear the lyrics. Imagine that.
Hey thanks for this - just great to see Kerry and Dave up there👍 Btw, who are the other 2 guitarists? Btw#2 I’m really glad Zak is back - hopefully he can squeeze another album out of them! 😉 Thanks again from Ireland 🇮🇪
Thanks for the positive comments! Rich had to skip because of the hurricane. His sub is Scott Bernard, played with Richard Mark's and a list of others. The new violin player, Joe Deninzon, plays guitar as well. Dan McGowan replaced Billy Greer after he retired, he plays bass and guitars and sings. These 3 new guys are all New Jersey connections to Tom Brislin and Zak. They are fantastic! Sure, I miss the old guys, but it happens to every 70s band, they get old. We have to take what's left. I'm looking forward to new music from this new chapter! And not ruling out some kind of return from Phil!
I’m glad Dave and Kerry played on this, however, I’m not sure bands like Kansas or Foreigner should be marketing themselves and charge the price they are asking when not one single original band member is in the show. Doesn’t that make it a tribute band? They should call themselves Magnum Opus or something other than Kansas. I’m glad I saw them at their peak in the 70’s on the Monolith tour. One of my favorite bands and one of the only progressive rock bands from America that made the big time.
@drumventure3925 Thanks for watching and valid points for sure! Rich Williams is still in the band and missed these shows due to the devastation surrounding his home from the hurricane in NC. He has since returned to live shows. Phil Ehart was expected to return to the stage here following his successful recovery from a heart attack back in March. He had to have some kidney stones removed just prior to this show, minor unrelated procedure, but the unfortunate timing caused him to miss his return. There is still hope he returns at some point, he wants to. He still manages the band. Billy Greer just retired a month ago. When I bought these tickets for 2 shows in Topeka in March, I fully expected to see 4 original members on stage, like I did in KC in 2023. What was I supposed to do? Not go and cancel my 500 mile Trip I had planned for 7 months? Sometimes, you have to make the best of the situation, which I did. That being said , these 2 shows are likely to be my last, and I wanted to go out with a bang. Kansas has been my favorite band since 1974 and their first album when I was 13. I saw their first show in 1976, and about 35 shows since over the years. Thank you for watching and commenting. I've addressed this topic on this video about 25 times. It's become redundant. I even pinned a comment explaining everything.
They came and played at Topeka High as a 3 piece when I was a sophomore or junior. It was a looong time ago. 71 or 72. 3 piece at the time. I'm guessin' Kerry, Dave and Phil? Did one of them go to jr high in Manhattan? Phil maybe?
God bless Kerry and Dave Hope. Hell I'd pay big money to see them and Rich, Steve and Phil get back. Today's version is basically cover band + Rich. PS Wait is Rich Williams also out of the band? I didn't see him here.
Still in the band, he lives in the Mountains of NC and was hit hard by Helene. He has to miss some shows until his situation stabilizes. Phil is still in the band as Manager and was supposed to return to the stage in these Topeka shows. He has recovered well from his heart attack but had some kidney stones to deal with and couldn't make these shows. I've addressed these issues in the comments here dozens of times. This post was about Kerry and Dave participating in these 2 shows
I wonder why Walsh never makes special appearances with the band? Robby Steinhardt did until he passed. Billy Greer recently retired after 40 years, and I get the feeling he won't be making any appearances. David Ragsdale, too.
@glasskingmusic probably not. You could see Dave in Florida. He lives there, but Kerry lives outside Topeka and won't travel far, I seen him and Dave in KC and Topeka. Rich Williams will be there for your show :)
Yes, cell phone footage, unfortunately. I brought my good camera, but security wouldn't let me use it. They made a REALLY big deal about it. They let me in with it through the front gates, no problem. I was in the front row center and and some guy gave me a really hard time about it, and I hadn't even used it yet. It was sitting on my seat in between my legs, and he asked me what it was ( Insta 360 Ace Pro) he demanded I remove it from the premises, or he was going to confiscate it! I walked to venue from the hotel so I had to take it back to the room. I barely made it back before the show started. Ironically, I used it the night before there, no problems. At least the editor I use improved the resolution some
@barryrahn5957 No, Steve retired in 2014. This is Ronnie Platt. He took over in 2014 and been with them ever since. He was previously singing with Shooting Star
Well, I've answered this question about 40 times on this post, so what is one more? Richard is still in the band and tours. He lives in NC, and his area is devastated by Hurricane Helene. He couldn't make these shows. Phil is still in the band. He had a heart attack last year and has recovered well. He was slated to make a return to the stage for these shows. He developed Kidney Stones and had to have them out. Billy Greer retired for good last month for health reasons. These guys all have subs, every one of them. No show is canceled. This post is about Kerry and Dave taking the stage, there you have it
@rogerbeutler5671 Rich lives in the Mountains of NC and is dealing with the devastating effects of the hurricane in his area. He will be back, Billy is retired from Kansas, the touring is too much on his health.
Rich lives in the Mountains of NC and suffered severe damage from the hurricane and couldn't make it. Phil had a heart attack last year and is not fully recovered, so neither could make it. Billy Greer also retired last month.
@@stevemcfate1961Thank you for those updates. I had no idea Rich was impacted like that. I remember now about Phil’s heart, but thought he would be recovered by now. I’ll keep them both in my thoughts.
@NCBeaches Phil actually has recovered well from his heart issues, he was supposed to be there for these 2 shows and play but they told us at the photo Op that Phil has been dealing with another separate unrelated issue, I guess it's not serious. Billy retiring was a big blow to the band if you ask me, 40 years, he was highly talented and brought a lot to the table. Just as important as an original member
@charleswind8298 Rich Williams is still in the touring band, he couldn't make it to these shows because of hurricane Helene, he lives in the Mountains of NC that were devastated. Phil Ehart is still managing the band and had a heart attack but is recovering well and hopes to be back, in fact he was planning on these 2 shows for his return, and had an unrelated issue crop up, he had to have some kidney stones removed. So there is your answer, so no need to state the obvious, it's already been done at least 20 times on this post
Kansas has a fantastic song line. The worst lousiest commercial sell out tune is this one. Hiw about BELEXES or CAN I TELL YOU. It's always this overproduced garbage tune.
@billbest3354 I have a video of Belexes out from this night on my channel. I also have one of Glimpse of Home from Monolith, a very deep cut! Check it out! Business dictates they have to play this song. The Band has to satisfy the promoters and the fans. This is a known fact. They have been playing Belexes and Can I Tell You every night on this Tour for nearly 2 years, and both have been regulars in the setlist way before that!
@chuckfriebe843 Appeared to be in fine health for a man in his 70s. I met him in person before the show after the Photo Op as I was front row and had early access. He seemed fine!
For all purposes. Kansas is a tribute band. Should of hang it up a decade or two ago. Last album of theirs I really liked was "Audio Visions" (last with original band). Since then purchased several of their albums. Pure rubbish in my opinion especially 2020's The Absence of Presence (their latest studio album with new members). Time for these *"Classic Rock"* bands [like Kansas, BTO, Yes] to retire (with little legacy they have left). So up & coming rock bands can bring back the rock music genre these classic rock bands squandered away to pop / country pop / hip hop music.
you have an ego problem. You're not a hard-core fan or you wouldn't be making such ridiculous, arrogant statements. Rock music at its core is about live performance, not enhancing your record collection. Kansas is iconic and something for the entire state to be proud of. This is timeless music, and these musicians are world-class. Show them some respect, or perhaps you have done something better?
Rich Williams did not attend the Topeka Shows due to devastating damage in NC where he lives, from Hurricane Helene. He is currently in the Touring Band and all aspects Kansas. Phil Ehart was expected to make a return to the stage at these shows following his recovery from a heart attack last year. He had an unexpected, unrelated health issue concerning kidney stones just prior to these shows and couldn't attend. He is still Managing the Band on a daily basis and has been for 40 years. Prospects are hopeful for a return in some form to the stage again. Billy Greer retired last month after 40 years, well deserved. This video was intended to highlight Original members Kerry Livgren and Dave Hope as they sat in with the Band in Topeka. Very fortunate that they participated. Yes, the faces have changed as time marches on. These members that have left or are limited are in their 70s with thousands of gigs logged. Please show some respect for their contributions, past and present. Thank you, and thanks for watching!
EDIT: Steve Walsh retired in 2014. To date, he does not participate in anything KANSAS
There will always be some comment added about Not original members, and I understand this as a fan of any band. Kansas, to me, my opinion; they are an exception. Just follow their history. Kansas is not about the members personality, but their talent and professionalism in creating and recreating Kansas music. Kansas is about the music...the music of Kansas. Thanks!!
Well said, thanks
Was wondering about Richard...thanks for the update.
He is returning to the stage this weekend! :)
Thanks for the great video and thanks Kansas for the great memories
They still sound great & it's great how the original members from time to time still show up for their performances. Why is groups like Kansas, Bad Company, Styx & REO not in the R&R Hall of Fame, to just name a few.
Kerry Livgren: dude comes out in baggy jeans, and farm clothes, and a farmer's cap. Looks like he JUST got finished milking the cows on the ranch, and just JAMS THAT GUITAR. ICONIC!!!!!! 70s-80s rock, simply can't be matched.
Hahaha now that's funny. Hands covered in cow milk and shredding LOL
70s...80s ended R&R.
It's amazing Kerry has recovered from his stroke enough to play this well live.
A hotel room, Pittsburgh, Pa. 1977, heard this song for the first time, my guitarist and I flipped OUT!
Sounds excellent! ALL of the band! Sure hoping that Kerry is still strong in the Lord Jesus! ❤❤❤
How this band is not in the rock and roll hall of fame is mind boggling!!
@@DrNicksBrainChannel Ridiculous! May never happen, I think that would be the only chance all remaining original members would get on stage again
Because it's the Rock and Roll Hall of FAME, and not SUBSTANCE.
The hall of fame doesn't deserve Kansas...
First album I bought with change I had saved, because I heard this song on the radio. My head was just above the register counter at the record store. I put the album on the counter then dumped my change on the counter. For half a second, the guy gave me a dirty look and then he saw the excitement in my eyes and he smiled and said “Let’s count this together.”
That’s a great story and memory. ❤
Cool story. I am hopeful for people to return to respecting each other.
$4.99 ??
@LosBombero first show I saw in 1977 was $5.50
@@LosBombero Either $4.99 or $5.99. I just remember the white round sticker in the top right corner with the amount written in pen.
As a teen when that song came on KERN radio in Bakersfield it was such a breath a fresh air to hear something new... we all knew it was going to be great..
In my expert opinion, the most underrated band of that era. Great live show. R & R Hall of Fame, kiss my a$$. I was fortunate to meet most members who were interested in my plaster full body caster following back surgery. I was 17 years old. I was 6'2" and 110 lbs. I looked like a Holocaust survivor and Steve Walsh did the "what happened to you man" and wanted to hear the details, I guess. I was in a car accident and had some spinal cord damage. (I was back walking again) Anyway all those guys were just nice people, very kind to a star-struck kid. Leftovature is still in my top ten favorite albums.
(That body cast was a head turner, during the year+ I wore the damn thing I met a slew of Classic Rock stars. My uncle had security contracts with a few venues, and I was able to hang backstage provided I act like a fly on the wall. So, they approached me. It was gnarly, from the back of my head to my butt, it weighed 7lbs Jimmy Page talked to me for a ½ hour after a show! He was still drenched. Greg Lake, Steve Howe, Ian Anderson, Lindsey Buckingham, Neil Young, Ritchie Blackmore, Dewey Bunell & Gerry Beckley from America. Tom Johnstone from Doobie Bros. I wish I'd have thought to have them all sign it. Those guys are just people too, but with a very cool job. Sorry, I got carried away there) 😜
@davidgilmour9447 Great story, and thank you for sharing! I'm happy these musicians brought you some joy in the most difficult of times! At 25, I contracted Guillian Barre Syndrome and was paralyzed from the neck down. With time and physical therapy, I made a near full recovery. I'm 63 now and retired, healthy and got sober 10 years ago this coming July. Kansas has been my favorite band since their Debut Album in 1974 when I was 13. Our stories are similar yet different, but I totally understand your perspective. BTW, David Gilmour is my favorite guitar player, and the best the the planet right now! I love his new Album, Luck and Strange
@@stevemcfate1961 You're the one with the great story. My cousin had GBS. He took his own life and his decline was heartbreaking. I'm the world's biggest David Gilmour fan and my buddy got tickets to the Hollywood Bowl show in Nov. as a Father's Day gift from his kids. 4 years ago his wife went in for minor surgery to repair a small hernia. The surgeon nicked her stomach, and the acid was allowed to go undiagnosed for a week as it destroyed her insides. Two weeks before the concert she died. I made him go anyway. And we got problems right? Congratulations on your recovery, that was a long road for sure. I too followed Kansas from the beginning and was bummed when Kerry left. The Hall of Fame is nonsense. It should be policed by musicians. Blondie and Joan Jett? Those guys hate prog rock. Thanks for taking time to respond and for the video. Take care!
My late 16 year old son loved to play this song on Guitar Hero.....he knew i loved this song and it made me happy to watch him play along. Thanks Kansas for giving us this song and giving this forever grieving dad some great memories with his son. Miss you Xavier.....Dad will always love ya!
@digidrum2003 Very moving, few words here, your Son may be gone, but memories will get you through until you meet again. Thanks for sharing
@@stevemcfate1961 Much appreciated.
God Bless his memory
So very sorry, Digidrum. May Xavier always be with you in spirit.
@@williamj.sheehan2001 Thank you....I do feel he is.
I’m 64 and this puts me back in high school!
@hertzair1186 63 here next week! Lots of changes brought on by time but such a rich history that I finally explored in Topeka, a trip I've been looking at doing for decades. Meeting Kerry and Dave Hope here was the cherry on top!
@@stevemcfate1961 glad to hear! Best wishes!
@hertzair1186 thank you! I have a couple other music videos from this trip coming! I spent 4 days in Topeka, I brought my bicycle on Amtrak and biked the trails to the landmarks and key sites like Burnett's Mound. I have video of that as well that I'll be posting :)
So many youngsters on here!😂....
@robertmuckle2985 the music must Carry On!
Been a fan of Kansas for 50 years, I've seen them many times. I went to the 50th anniversary concert last year, Dave and Phil were there & played a couple songs. I was hoping to see Kerry, and even Steve come out & play on a couple, but they weren't there. Happy to see Kerry's recovery from his stroke, he look good for what he's been through.
@@ZippyThePinhead I finally met him in person after all these years, Dave too
@@stevemcfate1961 Fantastic, I'd like to meet them too, in fact the whole original band.
Good to see Kerry back and playing up to form, great performance!
@@admtech69 he has absolutely come back beyond expectations!
Listen to those pipes!!! Dude still has it!
WHAT A GRAND BLESSING 😊❤
The pictures faded and time has stolen youth away. Happy for Dave and Kerry. SO SO grateful for all the shows I was able to see with the original band.
Great to see Dave and Kerry! All you guys sound great! It was VERY cool seeing Kerry wielding his Dean Cadillac too. Every time I see one of those, I immediately associate it with Kerry Livgren (a major musical influence for me, since I was a kid).
Yeah, those Dean Cadillac are cool, you don't see many. I think of Ric Ocasek when I see one
So if Kerry and Dave wasn’t there, this would be a tribute band.
@lurpsound4151 Rich is still in the band, he is digging out from the hurricane, Phil is still recovering from a heart attack and could return at some point. Everyone has a sub in this band, no shows are canceled
Basically, yes. Legally, no since Rich and Phil give their blessing to play without them. Typical problem for fans these days who expect more of the classic bands that are trying to hang on.
Well, what does the caption say?
No because there are still a few original members in the band.
I've been a fan of Kansas since 1976, when one of my older brothers bought Leftoverture on cassette. My brother only ended up liking Carry On Wayward Son, but I loved the whole album.
When I saw Kansas on their 40th anniversary tours of Leftoverture and Point Of Know Return, they were both fantastic shows. Yes, it would have been nice to see a mostly original band, but it is what it is.
OMG Kerry Livgren is like a living god sorcerer ! Glad to see him and Dave back...Hope Phil can get back soon ! Bummer Rich was trapped in NC
@@davidpearlactorteacherbizman Phil played on 3 songs on the last show of the tour in Pittsburgh a couple weeks ago
Great performance from an iconic band all these years later.
I love this band and this great song! I love original members. I love this bands story. I don’t hate on the new members. This great music still needs to be played and played live!
Thanks for posting!
One of the best songs in all of Rock.
Great to see Dave and Kerry with the band. Kerry seems to be doing great
@@ronaldmoskovitz6630 they both appeared to be in good health and happy! Dave especially has a lot of energy!
Dave & Kerry still got it!
@@tomv4408 Kerry's playing continues to improve following his stroke. He played considerably more accomplished than last year when I saw him at the KC Show, and Dave Hope! That guy has so much energy and enthusiastic!
I’ve been listening to this since the first week it came out,and this was excellent.2024,and still rock’in.
Tremendous performance !! This band still has its chops !! 🤟🤟🎸🥁✌️🖤
@jeffprokes8990 hard to deny the talent, even with all the changes! Thanks for watching!
Right on brother...🇺🇸💯💪
Saw them in the early 80's in Baton Rouge - pure bliss!
With Elephante?
LOL, Elefante
@@bigredmachine1 44 years ago - mind is cloudy but the date hits Elefante's time. I prefer Steve Walsh's vocals but beggars can't be choosy.
So many emotions that song brings to so many people! What a great 50 years it has been and so much more to come! Kerry’s lyrics inspire today and will remain timeless for generations. All the right stuff on that stage !
Thank you for the explanation regarding Rich Williams and Phil Ehart. Wish them both the best. I did notice it took four guitar players to replace Rich!!!!
You're welcome, I don't know why others can't see it. It's a pinned explanation, I guess they don't look for it. They just are looking to pick apart and say something negative
Long live Kerry and Dave!
Still amazing
Now THIS I would pay to see
Not many more appearances like this left!
Still sportin the handlebar...awesome!
Sounds dope going back to growing up in the basement rocking this album so hard…🙀
Thanks so much for share this video, blessings. Great memories.
👏🙏💯❤️🎼
You certainly are welcome! We are blessed to still have Kansas in our lives!
Looking forward to seeing them in Austin later this month!
@@jrstudioboss Rich should be back by then!
New Band is killing it, great job Scott.
We always used to see the singer when he was with ARRA. He could sing anything..
Ronnie has done a good job. Now, with Billy retired, he has to emcee and be a front man. He has risen to the challenge
I have always thought you all were Magic
Stay Together and Do It Again Kansas!
Old dogs still growl and fight and howl at the moon. Good on them!
I like that description!
This is such a groovy song and if ya like this one I would encourage yall to check out Rez Band " Where Roses Grow " Live 😊 Hey Jesus loves and digs yall ✌️
Still kickin' ass & takin' names !
Kerry
🙌🏻
I wish robbie steinhardt was still alive to keep playing on his fiddle
They still sound amazing. I was there when they were playing in bars 53-4 years ago.
I went to the 40th anniversary show for leftoverture in 2017 at Topeka as well. If I remember right, Kerry played Dust and Carry on that night, and it was one of the first tours after Steve left. Was a good show with Phil, Rich, Kerry plus Ragsdale and Billy Greer.
I think at this point, Billy could be considered a form of original at this point, being with them full time since 1986 and on every album since then. Rags has been on/off for a long time too
Real guitars for old people
Pretty good tribute band
Impressive that they can still hit those vocal parts.
I thought that with the loss of Billy Greer, the harmonies would take a hit. They were spot on!
That's a sick Dean
@buckybeen1 is probably the same one he used back in the day!
Scott Bernard! What’s he doing up there? Awesome.
Filling in for Rich Williams and doing a fine job! Rich is back. He was dealing with Hurricane Helene and had to skip these shows
Totally
Many times with rock concerts, the guitar, bass, and drums overwhelm the vocals and sometimes keyboards. The vocalists will try to compensate by singing louder but they end up singing off pitch or just sounding less pleasant. Sometimes it is so bad that any listener unfamiliar with the melody would have a hard time picking it up as it is heavily buried underneath the bass and distortion.
I state this complaint as the background for complimenting Kansas' performance here. They sound terrific. The vocals are great. I can actually hear the lyrics. Imagine that.
Канзас е велика група
Hey thanks for this - just great to see Kerry and Dave up there👍 Btw, who are the other 2 guitarists? Btw#2 I’m really glad Zak is back - hopefully he can squeeze another album out of them! 😉
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Thanks for the positive comments! Rich had to skip because of the hurricane. His sub is Scott Bernard, played with Richard Mark's and a list of others. The new violin player, Joe Deninzon, plays guitar as well. Dan McGowan replaced Billy Greer after he retired, he plays bass and guitars and sings. These 3 new guys are all New Jersey connections to Tom Brislin and Zak. They are fantastic! Sure, I miss the old guys, but it happens to every 70s band, they get old. We have to take what's left. I'm looking forward to new music from this new chapter! And not ruling out some kind of return from Phil!
Great 🤘 Thanks for the info - yep I’d forgotten that Joe plays mean guitar too 😉
Fingers crossed for Phil and for more new music too 👍
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It's cool that they got the guys from Swamp People to play bass and guitar
@patrickfreeman8257 keep the comments coming, they all help, good or bad :)
Whoa! There's "Smokin' " Dave Hope on bass guitar!
Dave made several appearances on this Tour, I finally got to meet him!
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I’m glad Dave and Kerry played on this, however, I’m not sure bands like Kansas or Foreigner should be marketing themselves and charge the price they are asking when not one single original band member is in the show. Doesn’t that make it a tribute band? They should call themselves Magnum Opus or something other than Kansas. I’m glad I saw them at their peak in the 70’s on the Monolith tour. One of my favorite bands and one of the only progressive rock bands from America that made the big time.
@drumventure3925 Thanks for watching and valid points for sure! Rich Williams is still in the band and missed these shows due to the devastation surrounding his home from the hurricane in NC. He has since returned to live shows. Phil Ehart was expected to return to the stage here following his successful recovery from a heart attack back in March. He had to have some kidney stones removed just prior to this show, minor unrelated procedure, but the unfortunate timing caused him to miss his return. There is still hope he returns at some point, he wants to. He still manages the band. Billy Greer just retired a month ago. When I bought these tickets for 2 shows in Topeka in March, I fully expected to see 4 original members on stage, like I did in KC in 2023. What was I supposed to do? Not go and cancel my 500 mile Trip I had planned for 7 months? Sometimes, you have to make the best of the situation, which I did. That being said , these 2 shows are likely to be my last, and I wanted to go out with a bang. Kansas has been my favorite band since 1974 and their first album when I was 13. I saw their first show in 1976, and about 35 shows since over the years. Thank you for watching and commenting. I've addressed this topic on this video about 25 times. It's become redundant. I even pinned a comment explaining everything.
They came and played at Topeka High as a 3 piece when I was a sophomore or junior. It was a looong time ago. 71 or 72.
3 piece at the time. I'm guessin' Kerry, Dave and Phil?
Did one of them go to jr high in Manhattan? Phil maybe?
@@Tyler-xd9rb would have been interesting to see who was singing!
God bless Kerry and Dave Hope. Hell I'd pay big money to see them and Rich, Steve and Phil get back. Today's version is basically cover band + Rich. PS Wait is Rich Williams also out of the band? I didn't see him here.
Still in the band, he lives in the Mountains of NC and was hit hard by Helene. He has to miss some shows until his situation stabilizes. Phil is still in the band as Manager and was supposed to return to the stage in these Topeka shows. He has recovered well from his heart attack but had some kidney stones to deal with and couldn't make these shows. I've addressed these issues in the comments here dozens of times. This post was about Kerry and Dave participating in these 2 shows
Kinda looks like Kerry sitting in with a Kansas Tribute band
Scroll on dude
Just not the same without Walsh. Love that Cadillac Kerry is playing.
I wonder why Walsh never makes special appearances with the band? Robby Steinhardt did until he passed. Billy Greer recently retired after 40 years, and I get the feeling he won't be making any appearances. David Ragsdale, too.
I’m going to see Kansas in Spartsenburg is there a chance I get to see Kerry and Dave there or do they just tour in Kansas?
@glasskingmusic probably not. You could see Dave in Florida. He lives there, but Kerry lives outside Topeka and won't travel far, I seen him and Dave in KC and Topeka. Rich Williams will be there for your show :)
@@stevemcfate1961 I was hoping it would happen but at least I have Richie
@@glasskingmusic Zak Rizvi returning is huge plus also
Did Billy Greer leave the band?
@johnking8896 yes, he retired last summer. I sure miss him. I'm thinking all the touring finally got to him. 40 years with the band, we'll deserved
Did you shoot and edit this?
Yes, cell phone footage, unfortunately. I brought my good camera, but security wouldn't let me use it. They made a REALLY big deal about it. They let me in with it through the front gates, no problem. I was in the front row center and and some guy gave me a really hard time about it, and I hadn't even used it yet. It was sitting on my seat in between my legs, and he asked me what it was ( Insta 360 Ace Pro) he demanded I remove it from the premises, or he was going to confiscate it! I walked to venue from the hotel so I had to take it back to the room. I barely made it back before the show started. Ironically, I used it the night before there, no problems. At least the editor I use improved the resolution some
Was that Steve Walsh on vocals?
@barryrahn5957 No, Steve retired in 2014. This is Ronnie Platt. He took over in 2014 and been with them ever since. He was previously singing with Shooting Star
@@stevemcfate1961 Thanks. I didn't think so.
@@stevemcfate1961 IMO, he sounds great and a very close match to Steve.
No other original members? No Richard Williams? No Phil Ehart?who are all those extra guys on stage?
Well, I've answered this question about 40 times on this post, so what is one more? Richard is still in the band and tours. He lives in NC, and his area is devastated by Hurricane Helene. He couldn't make these shows. Phil is still in the band. He had a heart attack last year and has recovered well. He was slated to make a return to the stage for these shows. He developed Kidney Stones and had to have them out. Billy Greer retired for good last month for health reasons. These guys all have subs, every one of them. No show is canceled. This post is about Kerry and Dave taking the stage, there you have it
Who's the drummmer...
Eric Holmquist, been Phil's drum tech over 20 years and playing with the band over a year while Phil recovers from a heart attack
@@stevemcfate1961 he is great 👍
@jamestartaglia7686 very similar in ways to Phil, being his protege' not surprising. Yes, Eric Rocks!
What happened to Rich? Is Billy Grier gone permanently?
@rogerbeutler5671 Rich lives in the Mountains of NC and is dealing with the devastating effects of the hurricane in his area. He will be back, Billy is retired from Kansas, the touring is too much on his health.
@@stevemcfate1961 thanks brother!
@rogerbeutler5671 you are welcome!
What's weird to me is mostly all bands let the crowd sing. Because it's not loud enough anymore.
Where’s Richard and Phil?
Rich lives in the Mountains of NC and suffered severe damage from the hurricane and couldn't make it. Phil had a heart attack last year and is not fully recovered, so neither could make it. Billy Greer also retired last month.
@@stevemcfate1961Thank you for those updates. I had no idea Rich was impacted like that. I remember now about Phil’s heart, but thought he would be recovered by now. I’ll keep them both in my thoughts.
@NCBeaches Phil actually has recovered well from his heart issues, he was supposed to be there for these 2 shows and play but they told us at the photo Op that Phil has been dealing with another separate unrelated issue, I guess it's not serious. Billy retiring was a big blow to the band if you ask me, 40 years, he was highly talented and brought a lot to the table. Just as important as an original member
Who's the singer
Ronnie Platt, he took over in 2014 when Steve Walsh retired
Does a good job. Those parts are demanding.
Missing Steve Walsh and Rick too
@RM-mm9sr Walsh retired in 2014, 10 years ago! Rick? Never had a Rick. If you are talking about Robby, he passed away 3 years ago
What's with the edits??
What would you like to know?
Ok guys Im putting a band together...I play guitar...I need 5 more guitars players to join if you know anybody...
Where is Steve Walsh?
Really? He's been retired since 2014
Hell of a run guys. Time to retire.
Sounds way better than when I saw them live in the early 90s. They sounded awful.
So this is basically a tribute band
@patrickfreeman8257 if you look at my pinned statement right below your comment, it explains everything
I see they wore their farm clothes.🤣🤣🤣
They are who they are
Steve Walsh?
Read the pinned comment
How many originals are even in the touring band ? If none, it’s a cover band.
@charleswind8298 Rich Williams is still in the touring band, he couldn't make it to these shows because of hurricane Helene, he lives in the Mountains of NC that were devastated. Phil Ehart is still managing the band and had a heart attack but is recovering well and hopes to be back, in fact he was planning on these 2 shows for his return, and had an unrelated issue crop up, he had to have some kidney stones removed. So there is your answer, so no need to state the obvious, it's already been done at least 20 times on this post
Why take the name but forinior did the same shit
Kansas has a fantastic song line. The worst lousiest commercial sell out tune is this one. Hiw about BELEXES or CAN I TELL YOU. It's always this overproduced garbage tune.
@billbest3354 I have a video of Belexes out from this night on my channel. I also have one of Glimpse of Home from Monolith, a very deep cut! Check it out! Business dictates they have to play this song. The Band has to satisfy the promoters and the fans. This is a known fact. They have been playing Belexes and Can I Tell You every night on this Tour for nearly 2 years, and both have been regulars in the setlist way before that!
@@stevemcfate1961 great. But carry on is still by far their worst song. Ever. Period. No discission.
Dave Hope is not looking so good. This is what happens when you don't exercise.
@chuckfriebe843 Appeared to be in fine health for a man in his 70s. I met him in person before the show after the Photo Op as I was front row and had early access. He seemed fine!
Like REO it’s time to retire the band brand. Don’t do a Foreigner and continue to tour as a 100% tribute band.
For all purposes. Kansas is a tribute band. Should of hang it up a decade or two ago. Last album of theirs I really liked was "Audio Visions" (last with original band). Since then purchased several of their albums. Pure rubbish in my opinion especially 2020's The Absence of Presence (their latest studio album with new members). Time for these *"Classic Rock"* bands [like Kansas, BTO, Yes] to retire (with little legacy they have left). So up & coming rock bands can bring back the rock music genre these classic rock bands squandered away to pop / country pop / hip hop music.
you have an ego problem. You're not a hard-core fan or you wouldn't be making such ridiculous, arrogant statements. Rock music at its core is about live performance, not enhancing your record collection. Kansas is iconic and something for the entire state to be proud of. This is timeless music, and these musicians are world-class. Show them some respect, or perhaps you have done something better?
Never cared for this phase (time) of rock music. Foreigner, Journey etc
I'm surprised you watched and commented , thanks!
@@stevemcfate1961 for about 20 seconds to hear it live. Good musicians
@magic2506 that's about the average attention span of the typical viewer, plenty of shorts to watch
that's weird since it was clearly the BEST