Uncovering the Next Generation's Hall of Fame
KansasNot in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame | |||||||||||||||||
Eligible since: 2000First Recording: 1974Previously Considered? No what's this? |
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Essential Albums (?) | Wikipedia | YouTube | |
Song for America (1975) | ☆ | ☊ | |
Leftoverture (1976) | ☆ | ☊ | |
Point of Know Return (1978) | ☆ | ☊ |
Essential Songs (?) | Wikipedia | YouTube | |
Carry On Wayward Son (1976) | ☆ | ☊ | |
Dust In The Wind (1977) | ☆ | ☊ | |
Point of Know Return (1977) | ☆ | ☊ |
Kansas @ Wikipedia
Will Kansas be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? "Musical excellence is the essential qualification for induction." |
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93 comments so far (post your own)Some of the comments made by the so- called 'music experts' on this threat make me laugh. Posted by RyanL Stone on Thursday, 04/18/2013 @ 17:46pm |
Carl Perkins got in for Blue Suede Shoes. Kansas can get in for Dust in the Wind. Those of us that were around in the 1970s remember how gigantically dominating they were. Posted by Rockhall Gordo on Sunday, 05/5/2013 @ 20:36pm |
Since Rush has now been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, expect many of their prog rock brethren to follow. It has been said by Tommy Shaw that his song, 'Man In The Wilderness' was inspired by Kansas. What appealed to me most about Kansas was Robby Steinhardt's violin and Kerry Livgren's songwriting acumen. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 05/6/2013 @ 00:05am |
The first time I heard UFO's "Love to Love" which is mistakenly called "Misty Green & Blue" by some people, I thought it was Kansas. Maybe that's the sound UFO was going for on this particular song. Their other songs don't even sound remotely like Kansas. Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Monday, 05/6/2013 @ 12:04pm |
Kansas Posted by Roy on Thursday, 05/23/2013 @ 10:36am |
I bet that a decent amount, if not all of you guys that are saying that Kansas is unoriginal and unlistenable, have heard 1 song and 0 records, you don't bass this stuff on hits, which are indeed brilliant, but it's the hidden gems! which you've probably never heard! The Wall, Icarus, Magnum Opus etc they're all excellent, and maybe you'd have a different opinion if you were to expand past the 1 or 2 songs you've heard... Posted by Jack on Friday, 07/5/2013 @ 19:52pm |
I agree with your comment Jack. Yes is my vote for Kansas. Posted by Cokey on Friday, 07/5/2013 @ 21:10pm |
All the people hating on Kansas must not have ears. They are one of the most genius bands especially in terms of composition. For example, just listen to the song The Wall, especially the ending and the way it alternates between major and minor chord tonality throughout. It's amazing. Posted by edgar on Tuesday, 11/26/2013 @ 14:05pm |
Great band, should be in. If heart and rush can get in(LOVE THEM BOTH!)Kansas deserves to be in also!Dont forget about other really great songs from them, Miracles out of no where and portrait(He Knew). They had really great music all across the board. Music that nobody else had at that time. Posted by phil on Sunday, 01/12/2014 @ 17:07pm |
It appears that there are some idiots who know little about the band Kansas. Kansas wasn't a typical progressive rock band. In fact, many of their best songs, such as "Carry On", "Dust", and "Lonely Street", were not progressive rock songs. The fact that the band had songs that could be classified as hard rock, AOR rock, acoustic rock, boogie rock, progressive rock, etc. confused many critics as well as some of the hardcore prog rock fans who wanted to hear nothing but prog rock. Posted by David on Tuesday, 06/24/2014 @ 14:58pm |
I keep reading these posts by some "twit" named Kit. Why would anybody make so many posts against this band, if they were such a joke. I think Kit is a little intimidated by Kansas' powerful music. Posted by David on Tuesday, 06/24/2014 @ 15:04pm |
At the end of point #3 (above) I meant to say, Posted by David on Tuesday, 06/24/2014 @ 15:10pm |
Kansas should definitely be in the HOF. They won't be however because they were never given their due by critics. Their musicianship is on par and many times better than most prog bands. People would refuse to tour with them because they would get blown off the stage by their talent. Respected by musicians, not by critics. Sounds like they deserve to be in to me. Posted by Cameron on Wednesday, 08/20/2014 @ 21:06pm |
I think that the first five Kansas studio albums were quite brilliant, especially "Leftoverture," "Kansas" and "Point Of Know Return." I had also liked "Masque" quite a bit. Of those five, "Song For America" had taken a while for me to fully appreciate. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 08/21/2014 @ 09:57am |
How Kansas is not in the RRHOF is beyond me. When I see that Blondie, the Sex Pistols, and the Stooges are there, it makes me wonder about the qualifications of the people voting. Kansas started performing in approximately 1973 and are still performing today. No, they do not perform at the same level today as they did years ago, but neither do the Stones. I think the RRHOF ignorantly looks at the lack of Top 40 releases by Kansas as one of their decisions to not vote them in. Kansas never wanted to be mainstream. They were pressured by Don Kirshner early on to produce snappy little 2 1/2 minute singles to bring in the bucks. Although they are what Kansas is most remembered for, "Dust in the Wind" and "Carry on my Wayward Son" were some of Kansas's worst work, in my opinion. Songs like "The Pinnacle", "Closet Chronicles" and "Magnum Opus" were just a few examples of their fine work that never made it to the airways and was never intended to. Posted by Ray Ledbetter on Thursday, 01/8/2015 @ 11:25am |
Kansas is on the cover of this months prog classic Rock magazine. Posted by Roy on Thursday, 01/8/2015 @ 22:33pm |
To respond to Kansas haters bands that have made it in before them like rush what a crock every time I saw Rush they were back up to Kansas 3 times enough said also Yes is also not in that shows how clueless this hall of fame voting is. For the guy that wants to bash people's faces in what an idiot these are people's opinions give it a rest go pet a dog. Posted by John on Friday, 01/30/2015 @ 21:41pm |
Even worse than all of this discussion is the fact that Green Day is getting in... green Day people,,they weren't even thought of while all these great bands were cranknig out great music for decades.. RR HOF is a joke anyways. Posted by Gary on Monday, 02/2/2015 @ 11:20am |
and Kansas def Rocks out, Mysteries and Mayhem, No One Together, People of the South Wind,, the list goes on of great Kansas songs. Posted by Gary on Monday, 02/2/2015 @ 11:27am |
My first album purchase ever was Kansas' Mask. Posted by Eddy Pearson on Saturday, 03/21/2015 @ 02:56am |
A new documentary about Kansas, "Miracles Out Of Nowhere," has been airing on VH-1 Classic and Palladia during this past weekend and during this week. Such artists as Garth Brooks and Brian May, of Queen, and my former nemesis, David Wild praise them highly. As I had said before, the first five albums released by Kansas were often quite brilliant, however their legacy should extend beyond those first five recordings, in order to be considered for Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 03/23/2015 @ 10:08am |
Kansas is a pleasant inoffensive band, but extremely light weight. Their lyrics are almost a cliche for schmaltzy cornball in rock. They will most likely be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame some day, but I'm pretty sure they don't deserve the honor. Posted by 54markl on Friday, 05/1/2015 @ 04:06am |
These Kansas fans are just about what I would expect. I would just like to go on record as saying that although bands like The Ramones and The Stooges didn't make a fraction of the money that Kansas did, they are worth about 1,000 Kansases artistically. It is a good thing for Kansas that the main criteria for the Rock and Roll Hall of fame is Money and not Artistic Worth, or else they'd never get in. But because of their blockbuster mediocrities, they have a chance. Like Donna Summers did. LOL! Posted by 54markl on Friday, 05/1/2015 @ 04:17am |
Ive seen about a million Ramones T-shirts recently, but not one Kansas T-shirt. Guess platinum albums aren't everything, eh guys? Dust in the wind. Posted by 54markl on Friday, 05/1/2015 @ 04:33am |
Anecdotal evidence. Posted by dmg on Friday, 05/1/2015 @ 09:29am |
Kansas is one of the best Art and Progessive Rock groups of all time. They should get in because the songs. Posted by Dan Windler on Saturday, 05/9/2015 @ 23:04pm |
I think Kansas will fall short of induction. King Crimson and Moody Blues were early prog 60's early 70's who have influenced many bands and they haven't been inducted. Rush made it with excellent work over their totality and a rabid fan base who helped push Rush over the top to induction. There seems to be bands in Kansas way if the genre is prog, rock. They had 2 Classic songs Carry...and Dust In The Wind. Many groups have played the songs so that's influence. I think the violin playing was innovative to some degree. Don't know if Kansas will make it. KING. Posted by KING on Wednesday, 05/13/2015 @ 05:44am |
@ KING Posted by Zuzu on Wednesday, 05/13/2015 @ 12:00pm |
Great comments Zuzu! I've advocated Chicago in RRHOF in my last 2 or 3 guess Nominations. What the RRHOF ballot might appear. I think Smashing Pumpkins have a good chance as 1st ballot. They are one of the most influential and successful of the 1st year eligible bands and RRHOF likes a headliner. Ex: Green Day (2015) KISS (2014). Kansas seems to have a long road to RRHOF when deserving groups Duran Duran, Def Leppard, Judas Priest, Chicago, Deep Purple, etc have not been voted in Hall. KING Posted by KING on Wednesday, 05/13/2015 @ 20:10pm |
In the whole scheme of things yes Kansas would have a long road but so would everyone you mentioned except Chicago. I think you are very much undervaluing Kansas. Their Point of No Return album had a huge impact. Posted by Zuzu on Thursday, 05/14/2015 @ 04:09am |
One of the posters brought up something interesting about not seeing anybody wearing Kansas T-shirts. I agree...Never saw anybody wearing Kansas T-shirts either. Don't see Kansas getting in when several groups The Cure, Judas Priest, Motorhead, Moody Blues, Def Leppard,Chicago etc. haven't been inducted. I'm curious where Kansas fans draw the line for induction. Ex:Kansas or Chicago, Kansas or Roxy Music,Kansas or The Cure, Kansas or Def Leppard, Kansas or The Cars, Kansas or Moody Blues, Kansas or Judas Priest, Kansas or Iron Maiden etc. KING Posted by KING on Thursday, 05/21/2015 @ 16:42pm |
@King Posted by Zuzu on Friday, 05/22/2015 @ 03:15am |
I have probably seen 1 or 2 people wearing a Kansas T shirt. Not common at all, though. Posted by Paul in KY on Friday, 05/22/2015 @ 07:01am |
Wrote them all down. Let's say RRHOF chooses 6 out of 19 for induction. I think Willie Nelson would be #1. He just turned 80 and RRHOF looked dumb when Donna Summer, Lou Reed died before induction. For his totality of work. #2 Chicago. One of the bigger snubs I keep hearing. Plus Chicago has vocal fan base. Won't give up. #3 Moody Blues They would give Prog a voice in Hall. Outstanding music and influence. Deserving 48 years recording songs and touring. After that, it's really tough. #4 The Cure They have been nominated before and have strong innovation and influence. A good headliner for year #5 Def Leppard Had 2 Diamond albums Pyromania and Hysteria. Nearly 40 years in the business. Good headliner. #6 Pat Benatar That's the female inductee. She had operatic voice and hits Fire and Ice, Hit Me With Your Best Shot, Invincible etc. Influenced young female voters. Think Judas Priest and Iron Maiden cancel each other out. The others wait another year. KING Posted by KING on Friday, 05/22/2015 @ 16:36pm |
I would also pick Willie Nelson and Chicago. Posted by Zuzu on Saturday, 05/23/2015 @ 10:52am |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/23/2015 @ 13:53pm |
My thinking there will be big push to get Deep Purple & Willie Nelson nominated & inducted in 2015. That leaves 4 spots. I think Chicago or Moody Blues fight for spot. That would be 3. The female artist could be Stevie Nicks, Janet Jackson, Mariah Carrey Pat Benatar. That would be 4.The last 2 spots could be 5 groups fighting Duran Duran, Def Leppard, The Cure, Nine Inch Nails, Smashing Pumpkins. A final inductee list could be 1.Willie Nelson 2.Deep Purple 3.Moody Blues 4.Janet Jackson 5.Duran Duran 6.Nine Inch Nails. If they go 7, NWA, Chic, or Smashing Pumpkins slide in... Posted by KING on Saturday, 05/23/2015 @ 16:59pm |
My thinking there will be big push to get Deep Purple & Willie Nelson nominated & inducted in 2015. That leaves 4 spots. I think Chicago or Moody Blues fight for spot. That would be 3. The female artist could be Stevie Nicks, Janet Jackson, Mariah Carrey Pat Benatar. That would be 4.The last 2 spots could be 5 groups fighting Duran Duran, Def Leppard, The Cure, Nine Inch Nails, Smashing Pumpkins. A final inductee list could be 1.Willie Nelson 2.Deep Purple 3.Moody Blues 4.Janet Jackson 5.Duran Duran 6.Nine Inch Nails. If they go 7, NWA, Chic, or Smashing Pumpkins slide in... Posted by KING on Saturday, 05/23/2015 @ 17:04pm |
In the recent Kansas documentary, "Miracles Out Of Nowhere," Garth Brooks and Brian May have both sung their praises about Kansas. Back in 2010, several artists had similarly praised Rush in the documentary, "Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage." Rush and Kansas are always mentioned together in most articles. Rush's music has often been compared to "classical music played with loud guitars." Kerry Livgren was also influenced by classical music. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 08/17/2015 @ 06:36am |
I will say this in Kansas' defense, if I was to compare Rush's first five studio albums with those of Kansas, Rush would unfortunately lose. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/23/2015 @ 00:38am |
If we look at current trends, I would guess that Kansas may receive a nomination for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame within the next 3 years. Rush's documentary came out in 2010 and they were inducted in 2013. Kansas' documentary came out in 2015, so I am guessing that they might be inducted in either 2018, or 2019. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 08/26/2015 @ 09:49am |
Enig, that is certainly an interesting hypothesis, but not one I feel is tenable. For starters, as my algebra teacher would say, "One point does not define a line." Unless you know for fact the function is linear, you can't use Rush as a fixed point and concretely conclude y=x+3. So I think you're starting with too grand an assumption. It's not as tried and true a method as certain trends like making yourself available for the Foundation to be part of an induction ceremony, putting out a new album or starting a new tour, or sadly, dying. Secondly, I think documentaries are as effective as biopics. Documentaries, for the most part, fly below the radar of public consciousness, and thus don't raise ground level support from the public. Biopics, especially ones that are well done, will generate much more hype and get murmurs going in favor of an act. Now, I realize that this is not a definite either, as most biopics of recent have been primarily about acts that are already in (see "Jersey Boys" and "Get On Up"), and we'll get the first real test with N.W.A. this fall, and even then it's not a strong test either as N.W.A. has been on the Hall's priorities list since becoming eligible. Still, biopics are made for a wider audience than documentaries can expect to reach (even if your name is Michael Moore), and have greater potential to generate buzz. So I think documentaries are at a disadvantage there. Thirdly, Kansas has never had the support that Rush has almost always enjoyed. While I'm not a Rush fan myself, I respect their artistry and also am not blind to the fact that they've long been regarded near the top of their field, almost regardless of how you define their field (within reason). Kansas, on the other hand, don't have nearly that prestige. Even amidst a relatively narrow definition of arena rock, Kansas is behind some names that are already inducted (like KISS), and several more that are not (Journey, Styx, Boston, Foreigner, et al.) Kansas were not a strong enough standout among their peers, and thus I don't think can expect nomination anytime soon, even with a documentary. Lastly, three years is a lot of time for something to be forgotten, especially in our ephemeral cyber-culture. A lot of acts can announce new tours, reunite, release new albums, make high-profile appearances or die in that time, and thus supplant Kansas from the line of forethought for any kind of consideration. Posted by Philip on Wednesday, 08/26/2015 @ 13:14pm |
Sorry, that should be under secondly, documentaries are NOT as effective. Posted by Philip on Wednesday, 08/26/2015 @ 13:16pm |
I just don't think Kansas has enough song firepower to get in. Maybe in 50 years. Posted by Paul in KY on Thursday, 08/27/2015 @ 10:57am |
I had been watching a portion of Kansas' recent documentary, "Miracles Out Of Nowhere" on BluRay today. Yesterday, I had watched "Mr. Blue Sky," the documentary about Jeff Lynne on BluRay. I had also watched the DVD version of "Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage." All three of these documentaries feature prominent musicians and artists who sing their respective praises. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 09/14/2015 @ 01:33am |
Ah, Kansas, such a controversial topic. Looked down upon by many fans of progressive rock music or just critics in general for being a pale imitation of their European brothers (or is it cousins), largely ignored by the public, yet despite this are still loved by millions despite the facts ringing some truth. The question is why but the answer isn't all that hard (at least in my case). For me European prog is just too foreign for me whereas Kansas feels closer to home. Admittedly this isn't much of an argument I know but it's just that Kansas is a band I kinda grew up and fell in love with due to being exposed to it at a young age thanks to my dad. The bass lines were groovy, the drumming complex, the piano lines lush, the guitar work stunning, the violin beautiful to the ears, the lyrics deep and meaningful, and the vocals outstanding. No matter what people say thay can never doubt the skill these players have even when they took different musical choices in the 80s and essentially changed what they were. No matter good or bad, through highs and lows, they are still to this day my favorite band of all time. Posted by Connor the Critic on Friday, 03/18/2016 @ 19:42pm |
Connor the Critic, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/21/2017 @ 13:22pm |
Growing up in the 70s there were many forms of rock n roll. Some I liked better than others. Kansas was one of my favorites because they were different than the mainstream pop songs of the day. Considering it is called the Hall Of "Fame", then Kansas should be a part of it. They helped bring progressive rock to the forefront and the early music was exceptional. Are there better bands in the hall, yes, are there worse musicians in the hall, yes. Are they famous? did they sell records? I am in my 50s and more than half of the artists in the hall I either never heard of or I am not familiar with. Why are they in there? Posted by Robert on Thursday, 05/25/2017 @ 13:42pm |
a) Just wondering- so which acts/musicians in the HOF would YOU say are 'worse' than Kansas (aka a band most people only know 3 of their songs these days)? Posted by E.D. Snidog on Thursday, 05/25/2017 @ 16:36pm |
As I have stated before, I think that there is definitely a great possibility for a Kansas nomination later this year. Why do I think this? Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/20/2017 @ 18:34pm |
I have also written somewhat less extensively about Kansas. However, here is my first posting: Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 09/26/2017 @ 13:17pm |
That's like saying because Aerosmith, Van Halen, and Guns N' Roses are all in the Hall, that means Motley Crue, Poison, and Whitesnake should/will be inducted as well... #defectivethinking Posted by KXB on Tuesday, 09/26/2017 @ 13:39pm |
KXB, Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 09/26/2017 @ 16:45pm |
Kansas will never be considered due to the religious connotation in their lyrics. Too bad Posted by Dan Schwabenbauer on Friday, 12/15/2017 @ 22:06pm |
I cannot understand why Kansas has not yet been put into the hall of fame. Not only is their music a piece of art, their lyrics are also poetic as well as inspiring. I have seen other "artists" inducted that have produced lousy music. One of the attributes of Kansas's music is the modulations. They can go from quiet to loud, rocking, music within the same song. The recent DVD documentary included a multitude of artist endorsements such as members of Queen, Garth Brooks and others. Tommy Shaw from Styx has also endorsed Kansas as well. Posted by Jeff oneil on Friday, 05/4/2018 @ 08:47am |
Kansas and STYX maybe two of the most American bands from the prog-rock world musically, but I still don’t see those guys getting in at all. Can anyone name a handful of acts who cited them as one of their influences? Posted by The Dude on Friday, 05/4/2018 @ 12:19pm |
Extremely doubtful Kansas will ever receive a nomination. Posted by Mark on Friday, 05/4/2018 @ 13:49pm |
Kansas has NO CHANCE, people! They can't even crack the top 472 in the Rock Rankings here, so what chance do you think they will have with the Rock Hall??? Posted by KXB on Saturday, 05/5/2018 @ 16:55pm |
Y’know, I’ve always wondered why no one talks about Tool being one of the possibilities to be next on the prog-rock train. I know they’re a 90’s band, and the the HOF is still playing catch-up with the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. But if they’re one of the this year’s nominees for the 2019 class, then members from Pink Floyd, Rush, Genesis, Yes, Journey, Traffic, and the Moodies will very likely vote for them mainly because of musical styles despite how heavy and alternative they are. Posted by The Dude on Sunday, 05/6/2018 @ 00:01am |
HOW QUEEN RESCUED KANSAS FROM A LOUSY OPENING SPOT Posted by The Dude on Sunday, 03/17/2019 @ 14:01pm |
Look, they deserve to be there. Kiss, which when younger, I was a fan of, is there. Truthfully, they suck (KISS). They have no depth as writers, they are marginally skilled as musicians. But, they are/were popular. They will whore themselves out for a dollar. If they can be there, why can't Kansas????? I mean really???? Why would KISS ever be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame if not or popularity??? Posted by dcbowen on Friday, 07/26/2019 @ 22:12pm |
I am truly surprised by some of the comments posted that Kansas shouldn't be in the rock and roll Hall of fame. Posted by Warren LaCore on Tuesday, 04/28/2020 @ 23:40pm |
KANSAS should be in the RRHF! KANSAS is USA prog., like RUSH (CA) prog. who is in RRHF. Class of 76. Kansas albums were superlate party and car music. Today, KANSAS still plays sold out live shows, which I go out of my way too see. Go listen to their first album Kansas first track "Can I Tell You" (the whole album) underlines their 40+ years of progressive RR musicianship which is recognized by other bands. Next letter is to the RRHF! Posted by Mike D on Saturday, 07/25/2020 @ 12:48pm |
The latest Kansas album, "The Absence of Presence", is simply magnificent. The band has aged very very well. Posted by Alvaro Gallegos on Tuesday, 08/11/2020 @ 15:16pm |
Kansas has two entries on the list of 20 greatest prog albums on Sirius X-M's Deep Tracks. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 09/5/2020 @ 05:29am |
Not unlike Duran Duran and Jethro Tull, Kansas' pathway to a nomination and possible induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame has already been paved by the inductions of the "holy trinity" of prog (Rush, Yes and The Moody Blues). Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 10/23/2020 @ 05:43am |
Mike D., Warren LaCore and Alvaro, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/31/2020 @ 23:36pm |
Lately, I have been watching the Kansas documentary "Miracles Out Of Nowhere" on BluRay. As I have previously noted, David Wild- my former nemesis had been a huge fan of Kansas. Also featured in this documentary are: Garth Brooks, Brendan O'Brien and Brian May, who sing Kansas' praises. Fortunately, this documentary intelligently focuses upon their first five brilliant studio recordings. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/4/2020 @ 05:43am |
Those first five albums are the only ones that I have heard and own. My favorites out of them are Leftoverture and Point of Know Return. They're all great though. Are any of the other albums that came after those five worth looking into? Posted by Greg F on Wednesday, 11/4/2020 @ 11:46am |
Greg F., Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/8/2020 @ 05:50am |
There sadly are only 2 types of people: Posted by Kansasnut on Wednesday, 12/2/2020 @ 04:59am |
"The Absence of Presence" is one of the strongest releases of 2020. Posted by Alvaro Gallegos on Sunday, 12/13/2020 @ 18:37pm |
People be hating on Kansas. Really, there is nothing to hate about them. They aren't your type that's it. I believe they should be in, even though I don't listen to them. Their influence is undeniable and the fact that they have such great hits, can't be ignored either. You can't just go around "oh man, they don't have any technical skills, shouldn't be inducted" with that logic, Ramones shouldn't be inducted as well due to the fact that John Cummings was only an average skilled guitarist, but because of their INFLUENCE, they were so great, and so should Kansas. Posted by Jason on Wednesday, 04/21/2021 @ 20:50pm |
As an accomplished musician, anyone who doesn't think that Kansas isn't deserving to be in the rock and roll hall of fame obviously doesn't have any sense of superb musicianship. Their very classical design of some of their works is far superior to a lot of the supposed bands that are in the hall. I guess like other hall of fame institutions you have to know the right people or pay to be considered Posted by Alan Turner on Wednesday, 05/12/2021 @ 07:30am |
Kansas is easily one of the greatest bands ever. They are without question one of the top ten. The HOF is a joke as most of the members are not even rock bands. The musicianship in this group makes them more like a top three group of all time. Disagree? You're an idiot. Posted by Mass Opinion on Thursday, 05/20/2021 @ 20:59pm |
RIP Robbie Steinhardt (1950-2021) Posted by Alvaro Gallegos on Monday, 07/19/2021 @ 11:54am |
I just read about it too; I didn't know that Kansas had two "lead" vocalists. Anyhow, Rest in Peace Robbie Steinhardt, 1950-2021. Posted by Joe on Monday, 07/19/2021 @ 18:28pm |
I had just read the incredibly sad news on the PROG Magazine website. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 07/20/2021 @ 01:18am |
Robby Steinhardt, Violinist and Co-Lead Vocalist of Kansas, Dead at 71 Posted by Roy on Tuesday, 07/20/2021 @ 15:53pm |
My Uncle died of pancreatitus and it is a very painful disease. He was a drinker. Loved his Makers Mark. Before he died, he told a family member that if he'd known he could have caught that disease, he never would have touched the first drop of alcohol. Posted by Paul in KY on Wednesday, 07/21/2021 @ 06:28am |
The recent unfortunate passing of superlative former Kansas violinist and vocalist Robby Steinhardt might lead to a Rock Hall nomination for Kansas in 2022. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 07/24/2021 @ 15:33pm |
Enig, Posted by Will N on Saturday, 07/24/2021 @ 21:24pm |
Will N., Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/15/2021 @ 15:16pm |
They have a fricking violinist, that's like OP af dude. Where do you find such a big rock band with a rock violinist? Kudos to Kansas for that. Many of those "traditional rock" fan says they suck until I listened to them. They are actually pretty good. Instead of a guitar riff, they got a violin riff!!! That's like one of a kind, and they have some pretty big prog influence as well. They deserve to be in, and cmon boys, Steinhardt died almost 3 months ago, shan't we honor that? Posted by Jason on Sunday, 10/3/2021 @ 21:13pm |
For those of you who are interested, Robby Steinhardt's posthumous solo album: "Not In Kansas Anymore: A Prog Opera" is now available on cd from Solar Music. I had ordered 3 copies on cd after listening to Pete Pardo's review on the "Sea Of Tranquility" website. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 12/31/2021 @ 04:15am |
Hall of Fame is meaningless, it's the music that matters. Thank Jehovah for Kansas band, AMEN. I AM THAT I AM. Posted by John Baker on Monday, 01/3/2022 @ 22:10pm |
Another no brainier. Made progressive rock better. One of the best rock style progressive rock bands. Excellent in concert. A real crowd pleaser. Posted by Carl Hardy on Wednesday, 02/16/2022 @ 21:14pm |
Who the hell is Kit? What is Kit? Why is Kit so angry? Posted by Madmic on Wednesday, 05/4/2022 @ 20:18pm |
I also think Kansas should be in the hall but what bothers me is why there are country singers and hip hop groups and people like Janet Jackson and Donna Summer are in there. Dolly Parton was nominated and she declined because she knew she didn't belong there. The Country Music Hall of Fame is for just that. Pat Benetar should have been in there a lot sooner than Janet and Donna. Posted by Jeff on Friday, 01/20/2023 @ 13:58pm |
Can't believe this band is not already in. One of the greatest touring rock bands of all time, Very tight band. Posted by SCOTT sCHULER on Thursday, 03/2/2023 @ 09:48am |
Definitely, I'd vote for them in a heart beat, Kansas for the RRHF! Posted by Steve on Thursday, 03/30/2023 @ 17:24pm |
I really love Kansas. It is puzzling why they aren't in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The original lineup of Walsh-Livgren-Steinhart-Williams-Hope-Ehart was phenomenal and they really owned a spiritual/emotional realm that resonated with many listeners. "Lonely Wind" from their first album and the ones that followed really showed that Walsh was a really talented singer. I often put him in a class with Paul Rodgers (Free, Bad Company, The Firm, etc). Livgren has to be one of the most talented guitarists I've seen. Livgren and Walsh together made a very solid songwriting duo. Steinhart added another dimension with his violin and filling in on lead vocals. The others that round out this band really complimented each other. Any Rock Hall inductee would kill to have "Carry On Wayward Son," "Dust In The Wind," "Point Of Know Return," "People Of The South Wind," "Reason to Be," and "Hold On" in their arsenals. Between 1974-1980, these songs had strong meaning for me. In 1981, Kerry Livgren and Dave Hope became Born Again Christians and a lot of Livgren's songs were about his new found faith. I heard some of the demos off Rich Williams page and was blown away by what would have become the new album. Livgren's songs "Children of the Shadows", "Fair Exchange", etc really complimented Walsh's "Imagine Love", "Gun Runner", and "Breakout". Those songs along with "Stay With Me Tonight" (later known as "Play The Game Tonight") would have really made this album very good to the level of "Leftoverture" and "Point of Know Return". Livgren was uncomfortable with the lyrics of "Stay With Me Tonight". Ultimately, Walsh was uncomfortable with the religious overtones and did not like this direction. He also wanted to do straight rock (He would form Streets for this purpose). It's sad. They settled on John Elefante, a talented songwriter and vocalist who was also a Born Again Christian. "Vinyl Confessions" almost resembled a Contemporary Christian Rock album which alienated the rest of the band. Steinhart would then quit. "Drastic Measures" would follow up with toned down religious overtones. These two albums did, however, produce hits but the band was not the same. Livgren and Hope would leave to form a Contemporary Christian Rock band AD. Walsh would return after Streets to participate in "Power" and all the following albums until his retirement. The addition of Steve Morse and Billy Greer made it a very good band. "In The Spirit of Things" is a very good album that was somehow overlooked. It makes me wonder if Walsh and Livgren had stayed together the whole time whether they would have already been in the Hall of Fame by now. Those two together were phenomenal!! All things said, there are Born Again Christians in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and that should not in any way exclude them their due. The uniqueness of the band and the body of work makes me feel KANSAS has a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!!! Please induct them! Posted by Tim on Sunday, 04/2/2023 @ 00:56am |
They aren't in and never will be because they did nothing important in the history of rock except create a theme song for Supernatural. Posted by Robert on Friday, 02/2/2024 @ 17:05pm |
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