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Topic: Top 10 Kansas Songs Posted: November 04 2016 at 08:22
Rushman wrote:
I have to mention one song that hasn't made a single list in this thread; Lightning's Hand
Being that this is a prog site, I get it, but I'm more of a prog/hard rock/metal guy, and this song covers all the bases for me; Great guitar riff and licks, heavy, and fast paced; I love all the other stuff mentioned here too, but this has always been my favorite Kansas song.
I'm surprised that not one person had Belexes on their list.
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Posted: November 04 2016 at 07:58
One of my most favourite Kansas pieces, which I would even put on par with the marvellous Cheyenne Anthem (why the heck the Cheyenne Anthem is so underrated in this topic?), and I am kind of shocked that apparently only one inputter mentioned this piece so far, but this only proves how very special my musical taste is, would be... Nobody's Home. Yep, Nobody's Home. It's not only one of Kansas' best, it's one of the best pieces of all progressive rock works. Hough.
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Posted: November 04 2016 at 07:23
Rushman wrote:
I have to mention one song that hasn't made a single list in this thread; Lightning's Hand
Being that this is a prog site, I get it, but I'm more of a prog/hard rock/metal guy, and this song covers all the bases for me; Great guitar riff and licks, heavy, and fast paced; I love all the other stuff mentioned here too, but this has always been my favorite Kansas song.
Than you must at least like Child of Innocence and How My Soul Cries Out For You.
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Posted: November 04 2016 at 07:16
I have to mention one song that hasn't made a single list in this thread; Lightning's Hand
Being that this is a prog site, I get it, but I'm more of a prog/hard rock/metal guy, and this song covers all the bases for me; Great guitar riff and licks, heavy, and fast paced; I love all the other stuff mentioned here too, but this has always been my favorite Kansas song.
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Posted: November 03 2016 at 23:41
1. Miracles Out of Nowhere - Instrumentally unmatched, shows deep spiritual searching 2. Hopelessly Human - Instrumentally second only to Miracles 3. Crossfire - A genius song instrumentally and spiritually 4. Distant Vision - Beautiful in sound and imagery 5. Play On - Kansas' anthem of glory 6. Not Man Big - Amazing songwriting, a change of pace 7. All the World - Fun and gorgeous 8. Point of Know Return - a staple with perfect instrumentals 9. Andi - amazing harmony and hope 10. Visibility Zero - insightful, unique, and intriguing (11. On the Other Side) (12. Cheyenne Anthem) (13. Song for America)
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Posted: October 07 2013 at 15:25
This was way too hard but these are the first 10 from my top 25 list
1. Magnum Opus 2. Mysteries And Mayhem / The Pinnacle 3. Icarus (Born on Wings of Steel) 4. Song For America 5. Death Of Mother Nature Suite 6. Journey From Mariabronn 7. Incomudro (Hymn To The Atman) 8. Lamplight Symhpony 9. Angels Have Fallen 10. The Wall
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Posted: August 22 2013 at 00:03
Gerinski wrote:
Dayvenkirq wrote:
Gerinski wrote:
Ah, and the fact that Livgren could switch between guitar and keyboards (skillful at both) and the ability of Steve Walsh to play also keyboards gave them a versatility in their sound, especially live of course, that other bands couldn't have.
... except for GG ... and Robert Fripp ... and ... I know forgot someone.
You nitpicky man Did I have to write in full that many other bands coudn't have ?
btw I guess you referred to Adrian Belew? never saw Fripp himself playing keyboards (although I wouldn't doubt that he can play them, I'm asking just out of curiosity).
Fripp handled the live mellotron and electric piano duties following Ian MacDonald's departure. In the '73/'74 band David Cross also had a tron. Guess they figured having 2 on stage meant at least one would always be working
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Posted: July 07 2013 at 13:14
1. The Pinnacle
2. Lonely Wind
3. The Wall
4. Song For America
5. Carry On My Wayward Son
6. Mysteries And Mayhem
7. Magnum Opus
8. Lamplight Symphony
9. Closet Chronicles
10.Icarus - Borne On Wings Of Steel
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Posted: July 06 2013 at 11:39
I'm surprised Kansas doesn't get more consideration as one of the top progressive bands. They have great talent, spirit, and energy. I guess maybe they spent too much time as a Pop Rock band and it makes them seem like a hybrid. Anyway...
10. Point of Know Return 9. People of the South Wind 8. Cheyenne Anthem 7. Carry On Wayward Son 6. The Wall 5. Song for America 4. Hopelessly Human 3. Nobody's Home 2. Journey from Mariabronn 1. Dust in the Wind (I know it's cliche...it's just so beautiful.)
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Posted: April 04 2013 at 21:44
Dayvenkirq wrote:
Gerinski wrote:
Ah, and the fact that Livgren could switch between guitar and keyboards (skillful at both) and the ability of Steve Walsh to play also keyboards gave them a versatility in their sound, especially live of course, that other bands couldn't have.
... except for GG ... and Robert Fripp ... and ... I know forgot someone.
Geddy Lee
Edited by ProgMetaller2112 - April 04 2013 at 21:44
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Rushman wrote:
Did I have to write in full that many other bands coudn't have ?
btw I guess you referred to Adrian Belew? never saw Fripp himself playing keyboards (although I wouldn't doubt that he can play them, I'm asking just out of curiosity).
