The Best of Kansas
Kansas · 1984
48 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · art rock
A sweeping blend of powerful rock anthems and introspective ballads, encapsulating the essence of 70s and 80s progressive rock.
Why this album works
This compilation album reached No. 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Kansas's enduring popularity despite the changing musical landscape of the early 80s. It helped cement their legacy as one of America's leading progressive rock bands, influencing countless artists in the genre and beyond.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions contemplative late-night vibes
- Context
- By 1984, Kansas was transitioning from their peak in the late 1970s to a period of declining commercial success. 'The Best of Kansas' served as a compilation highlighting their most successful tracks, including the hits from their earlier albums like 'Leftoverture' and 'Point of Know Return'. This album came at a time when the band was exploring new musical directions while still cherishing their classic sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Survivor· Ann Wilson· Queen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Carry On Wayward Son Standout 5:23
- 2 Point of Know Return Standout 3:12
- 3 Fight Fire With Fire 3:40
- 4 Dust in the Wind Standout 3:26
- 5 Song for America 9:08
- 6 Perfect Lover 4:18
- 7 Hold On 3:52
- 8 No One Together 6:57
- 9 Play the Game Tonight 3:27
- 10 The Wall 4:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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