Kansas

album-oriented rock, art rock, hard rock, progressive rock

United States Est. 1970

"Kansas's music features intricate arrangements that build tension through dynamic shifts and layered textures, creating an immersive auditory experience."

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Kansas's discography from 1974 to 2020

1974 1997 2020

Kansas (1974) Masque (1975) Song for America (1975) Lamplight Symphony (1975) Icarus (1975) Leftoverture (1976) Carry On Wayward Son (1976) Point of Know Return (1977) Leftoverture / Point of K... (1977) Two for the Show (1978) Apuntate a Kansas (1978) Portrait (He Knew) (1978) Monolith (1979) People of the South Wind (1979) A Glimpse of Home (1979) Audio-Visions (1980) Hold On (1980) Vinyl Confessions (1982) Best of Kansas Live (1982) Play the Game Tonight (1982)

Kansas holds a significant place in the landscape of rock music, primarily through their ability to merge complex musicality with accessible melodies.

Kansas holds a significant place in the landscape of rock music, primarily through their ability to merge complex musicality with accessible melodies. Their work resonates with listeners who seek both intellectual engagement and emotional connection, making them pivotal in shaping the album-oriented rock movement of the 1970s. By weaving intricate arrangements and thoughtful lyrics into their sound, they expanded the horizons of what rock could convey, appealing to an audience that craved substance alongside entertainment. The band’s approach is characterized by a commitment to crafting immersive sonic experiences. Kansas often employs rich harmonies and layered instrumentation, allowing each song to evolve like a journey rather than a mere collection of verses and choruses. This method encourages audiences to engage deeply with the music, creating an atmosphere where every listening experience feels fresh and expansive. Lyrically, Kansas frequently explores themes of introspection, existentialism, and the human condition, often inviting listeners to reflect on their own lives. The writing balances sincerity and poetic imagery, utilizing storytelling techniques that evoke vivid scenes while maintaining a sense of universality. This reflective voice resonates throughout their catalog, making their songs feel personal yet relatable to many.

Full discography

Kansas's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

63 releases • 38 albums • 7 EPS • 1974–2020

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Albums ()

The Prelude Implicit

2016

Classic Albums Collection 1974-1983

2011

The Prophets Have Spoken

2011

On the Other Side / Audio-Visions

2011

Setlist: The Very Best of Kansas Live

2010

The Music of Kansas

2010

Triple Feature: Kansas / Masque / Monolith

2009

Super Hits: Kansas

2007

The Full Discover Package

2007

Works in Progress

2006

Dust in the Wind

2003

Dust in the Wind

2001

Somewhere to Elsewhere

2000

Always Never the Same

1998

The Definitive Collection

1997

Freaks of Nature

1995

The Kansas Boxed Set

1994

Live at the Whisky

1992

Carry On

1992

In the Spirit of Things

1988

Power

1986

Drastic Measures

1983

Vinyl Confessions

1982

Best of Kansas Live

1982

Audio-Visions

1980

Monolith

1979

Point of Know Return

1977

Leftoverture / Point of Know Return

1977

Leftoverture

1976

Masque

1975

Song for America

1975

Kansas

1974

The Absence of Presence

2020

There's Know Place Like Home

2009

King Biscuit Flower Hour Presents Kansas

1998

Two for the Show

1978

Point of know return live & beyond

Leftoverture live and beyond

EPs ()

Discover Further Kansas

2007

Discover Beyond Kansas

2007

Discover More Kansas

2007

Discover Kansas

2007

Wheels

1994

Kansas/Reo Speedwagon

1989

Apuntate a Kansas

1978

Singles ()

All I Wanted

1986

Fight Fire with Fire

1983

Play the Game Tonight

1982

Hold On

1980

People of the South Wind

1979

A Glimpse of Home

1979

Portrait (He Knew)

1978

Carry On Wayward Son

1976

Lamplight Symphony

1975

Icarus

1975

Live Albums ()

Leftoverture Live & Beyond

2017

Device – Voice – Drum

2002

Compilations ()

Original Album Classics

2010

Playlist: The Very Best of Kansas

2008

The Ultimate Kansas

2004

Sail On: The 30th Anniversary Collection

2004

Star Box

1993

The Best of Kansas

1984

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How their sound evolved over time

Kansas (1974)

Masque (1975)

Song for America (1975)

Leftoverture (1976)

Point of Know Return (1977)

Leftoverture / Point... (1977)

Two for the Show (1978)

Apuntate a Kansas (1978)

Monolith (1979)

Audio-Visions (1980)

Vinyl Confessions (1982)

Best of Kansas Live (1982)

Drastic Measures (1983)

Power (1986)

In the Spirit of Thi... (1988)

Kansas/Reo Speedwago... (1989)

Carry On (1992)

Live at the Whisky (1992)

The Kansas Boxed Set (1994)

Wheels (1994)

Freaks of Nature (1995)

The Definitive Colle... (1997)

Always Never the Sam... (1998)

King Biscuit Flower Hour Presents Kansas

King Biscuit Flower... (1998)

Somewhere to Elsewhe... (2000)

Dust in the Wind (2001)

Dust in the Wind (2003)

Works in Progress (2006)

Super Hits: Kansas (2007)

Discover Further Kan... (2007)

The Full Discover Pa... (2007)

Discover Beyond Kans... (2007)

Discover More Kansas (2007)

Discover Kansas (2007)

There's Know Place L... (2009)

Triple Feature: Kansas / Masque / Monolith

Triple Feature: Kans... (2009)

Setlist: The Very Be... (2010)

The Music of Kansas (2010)

Classic Albums Colle... (2011)

The Prophets Have Sp... (2011)

On the Other Side /... (2011)

The Prelude Implicit (2016)

The Absence of Prese... (2020)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kansas sound like?

Kansas's music features intricate arrangements that build tension through dynamic shifts and layered textures, creating an immersive auditory experience. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock. Start with Leftoverture.

What is the best Kansas album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Leftoverture" (1976). It's the most representative of what makes Kansas worth hearing.

Who is Kansas for?

If you're into hard rock and progressive rock, Kansas is worth your time. Kansas's music features intricate arrangements that build tension through dynamic shifts and layered textures, creating an immersive auditory experience.

How many albums does Kansas have?

Kansas has 63 releases in their discography, including 38 albums and 7 EPs.

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