Kansas
Kansas · 1974
44 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · art rock
A blend of lush harmonies and intricate instrumentation that defines the progressive rock landscape of the early 1970s.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks lush harmonies for deep listening engaging storytelling through instrumentation
- Context
- Released on March 8, 1974, 'Kansas' was the band's self-titled debut album, introducing their signature sound to a growing audience. At this point, Kansas was transitioning from local favorites in Topeka to a national act, laying the groundwork for their future commercial successes.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, art rock
- What next
- Masque — Continues the lush harmonies and intricate instrumentation of Kansas.
Kansas is an album by Kansas, released in 1974. A blend of lush harmonies and intricate instrumentation that defines the progressive rock landscape of the early 1970s. The album helped establish Kansas as a prominent figure in the burgeoning progressive rock scene, featuring complex arrangements and philosophical lyrics. It reached No. 174 on the Billboard chart, marking their entry into mainstream consciousness and paving the way for their subsequent breakthrough with 'Leftoverture.' Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kansas sound like?
A blend of lush harmonies and intricate instrumentation that defines the progressive rock landscape of the early 1970s. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock. Start with "Can I Tell You".
Is Kansas a good place to start with Kansas?
Yes, Kansas is recommended as a starting point for new Kansas listeners. A blend of lush harmonies and intricate instrumentation that defines the progressive rock landscape of the early 1970s. Released on March 8, 1974, 'Kansas' was the band's self-titled debut album, introducing their signature sound to a growing audience. At this point, Kansas was transitioning from local favorites in Topeka to a national act, laying the groundwork for their future commercial successes.
Who is Kansas for?
Kansas works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, lush harmonies for deep listening and engaging storytelling through instrumentation.
How many songs are on Kansas?
Kansas has 8 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Can I Tell You.
- 1 Can I Tell You Start here 3:32
- 2 Bringing It Back 3:33
- 3 Lonely Wind 4:16
- 4 Belexes 4:23
- 5 Journey From Mariabronn Standout 7:55
- 6 The Pilgrimage 3:42
- 7 Apercu 9:43
- 8 Death of Mother Nature Suite Standout 7:43
Release Date
March 8, 1974
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
44 min 50 sec
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