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A mainstream, nostalgic classic rock act.
With a legendary career spanning five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic rock bands. This "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide. KANSAS appeared on the Billboard charts for over 200 weeks throughout the ‘70's and ‘80's and played to sold-out arenas & stadiums. The band boasts a lineup of vocalist/keyboardist Ronnie Platt, keyboardist/vocalist Tom Brislin, guitarist Zak Rizvi, guitarist Scott Bernard, violinist/guitarist Joe Deninzon, bassist/vocalist Dan McGowan, original guitarist Richard Williams, and original drummer Phil Ehart. Eric Holmquist performs on drums while Phil Ehart continues to recover from a major heart attack. KANSAS continues to energize audiences with their powerful live performances. KANSAS continues to reach a whole new audience through their unmistakable presence in various commercials, live sports broadcasts, popular video games Rock Band, Guitar Hero, and Grand Theft Auto; the band’s documentary film “KANSAS: Miracles Out of Nowhere.” The band’s songs have also been included in various television shows such as ‘Supernatural,’ ‘Reacher,’ ‘All Elite Wrestling,’ ‘South Park,’ ‘The Office,’ and ‘The Simpsons;’ as well as blockbuster films including ‘Old School,’ ‘The Suicide Squad,’ ‘Anchorman,’ ‘Pitch Perfect,’ ‘Happy Gilmore,’ and ‘Happy Gilmore 2.’
Kansas plays Classic Rock, Progressive Rock, Aor - rooted in tradition rather than chasing trends. With a legendary career spanning five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic rock bands.
Kansas's live sets are tight and well-rehearsed - mid-paced sets where the arrangements come through clearly.
Kansas is a 9-piece group: Phil Ehart, Richard Williams, Ronnie Platt, Tom Brislin, Zak Rizvi, Scott Bernard, Joe Deninzon, Dan McGowan, Eric Holmquist.
Kansas plays Northwell at Jones Beach Theater in New York City on Wednesday 12 August. There are 2 Kansas shows currently listed on Mood.