Icarus (Borne on Wings of Steel) - Virtual Kansas Band Cover

International Kansas Cover Collaboration
Drums - Jerry Schares / kanushrox
Bass - Neal / ocalamusician
Lead Guitar - Jorge / jordelagu
Keyboards - George Barabas / xbgyuri
Lead Vocals - Len Audsley / justsingit72
Violin - Jorge / jogviolin
Guitars/Vocals - Roland / descantiano

[@scottcalvert5069]

Lets make one thing clear. I am a hard core Kansas fan. I study them. Every note, every lyric, the harmonious blend of one instrument one to another. Also, the good and the bad that is Kansas. They are not a band that you just pick up an instrument and think "I will do a cover of this song" there is so much depth to their music. This is one of the best covers I have seen. Other than a bit more of Phil's difficult drumming, you guys nailed it I am a fan!

[@justsingit72]

Wow, Thanks, Scott! Please check out our other videos as well!!

[@jeffmays1949]

Scott Calvert I agree Scott. I have studied these guys for the last 40 years? (Wow, are we THAT old?) No one like them-EVER. Extremely difficult to cover the more intricate songs, and yet still capture the essence of them at the same time. Must be a moving experience to perform them. My band could handle Carry On, but not much else, lol.

[@4coolclips]

Same here Scott.....i agree even down to the way the singer tightens up his notes at each end, with a unique Steve Walsh effect!!! i love it love it love it !!!

[@justsingit72]

@@jeffmays1949 Thanks Jeff!

[@justsingit72]

@@4coolclips Thanks! I just sing it like it sounds...and I DO have a moving experience each time!

[@justsingit72]

To the other members of ourvirtualkansas: Congrats and thanks to all of you for letting me be involved on this project. When I first saw your videos, I couldn't believe my eyes and ears! What a THRILL it is to now be working with all of you fine musicians. I've never been on a You Tube video, or any other cybermedia before this. Kansas music is a unique and moving experience either to listen to or perform! It's part of me. Long live Kansas! Len - justsingit72 vocalist

[@aqualung1466]

You did great!

[@justsingit72]

@@aqualung1466 Thanks so much!

[@lorettahookano6139]

Man, I never heard anyone do Kansas so on point, if I closed my eye’s & not have known it was a cover I would have sworn it was Kansas especially on the vocal’s, I hope you consider doing way more of their material !

[@justsingit72]

Thanks so much! So glad you liked my vocals! I have a lot of Kansas covers on my channel.. Check em out sometime!

[@javiermoretti1825]

Closed your eye what? The vocal what?

[@timmitchiner6403]

Outstanding!

[@justsingit72]

We thank you!!

[@robertmichalscheck3072]

Great vocals

[@justsingit72]

I thank you so much!! If you like Kansas.. I have more covers on my channel...

[@robertmichalscheck3072]

Great, will check them out,thx 👍

[@carminone]

Oh boy, this is awesome.

[@justsingit72]

So glad you liked!

[@diamondkutz54]

Superb rendition and performance by you all. Len your vocals were outstanding.

[@justsingit72]

Thanks so much my friend!

[@adam872]

Wow. I really couldn't be any more impressed with the quality of this than I am. It really is absolutely top drawer. Those vocals are astoundingly good and it takes some guts to cover Steve Walsh in his prime. Much kudos.

[@aqualung1466]

It is difficult to overestimate just how difficult this is to pull off. And you guys nailed it, fantastic job!

[@justsingit72]

We thank you!!

[@rrwatts2012]

You never will be the same of 1975 Kansas, but no one will ever, even 2012 Kansas. Saying that, this is the best homage to Kansas I've ever seen. Having seen them live in Salina, Kansas in 1975, '76, '78, and '79 had changed my life, and if you can capture that spirit, especially "Icarus-Borne On Wings of Steel", you've made an old Kansan proud.

[@scooterrockets7815]

Wish I had found this years ago. This was no small undertaking. One of my all time favorite Kansas songs. Great job all around!

[@jchavez53]

It is beyond comprehension that anyone would find this not to their liking, unless they just don't like rock and roll. This rendition is excellent!

[@justsingit72]

@rushyeskansas Thanks SO MUCH!!! You couldn't have said it any better. That's what we're about.....the spirit of KANSAS! As one of the new guys, I'm honored to be a part of it. Take care and keep up the spirit! Len

[@KingsBladeUSA]

OOPs, let me pick my jaw up off the floor. Wow, What an Epic rendition! Gotta Love Kansas!

[@martinkulkarni3569]

Just outstanding again! Wow!!!

[@whitneyhookano8610]

I didn't think anyone could come close to such an under rated singer as Steve Walsh... until this guy! Who is he ?

[@justsingit72]

I'm glad you liked my vocals Whitney... Hope you can listen to the rest of our covers!

[@weeyumzzz94]

Wow!!! Great job on this classic Livgren song. Len Audsley: you could be Walsh's replacement. And Jorge: perfection on the violin.

[@joeblow2069]

Very well done. A respectable cover of a truly great song. Thanks guys.

[@dgcmusi]

Outstanding !! Jerry Where have you been ?

[@jimyj7]

Roland Descantiano... what will a google search bless me with? Virtual Kansas Band cover. All Covers.. Excellants.

[@0isez]

Back for more. I could resist!

[@crazyworldbigsound]

Came back and listened again. Still awesome : )

[@deadpope1]

OUTSTANDING!!! I am amazed! well done!

[@littlebuddyd]

You guys appreciate great 70's music as it shows. You guys do some of the best covers ever heard on youtube. The world appreciates what your doing. Keep it alive my friends!

[@rushyeskansas]

As usual, i am at a loss for words ... simply fantastic! I have to admit, I didn´t expect less from you guys! The other 2 videos were already great, but this one is the best for now. Every musician and the singers with the real spirit of Kansas ... so i think just Kansas can play it more "Kansas" because they are KANSAS!!! :)))) ... congrats to everbody ... keep ´em coming!

[@blonderider2650]

THIS really blows my hair! Damn! Love it! A+++++++++++

[@justsingit72]

Thanks for all your support!

[@normfromal]

one classy act and a GREAT cover of a GREAT band... the fact that you guys are international and produce this kinda quality speaks for itself , not to mention your obvious GREAT taste in music... keep bring these blissful musical miracles outa nowhere to Somewhere to Elsewhere :-) Kansas and VKB ROCK !!!

[@kanushrox]

see......this is what it was and always has been about. This is one of the best comments anyone could bestow on our projects. Early Kansas and their music and passion. Thnx so much Tom...thnx for understanding what its like to hear and feel what the music of Kansas really is... an experience.

[@tinman3012]

Nice work everyone. The violinist is a standout with superb intonation. The video is really good Roland. Nice vocals too...haven't seen Len before this video.

[@georgebarabas]

To the other members: Thank you all for make it happen! What a gift to watch this cover over and over again! Keep the groove guys! You're awesome! :) George - organ, synth (ourvirtualkansas)

[@aqualung1466]

You did great!

[@jpirard]

INSANELY GOOD

[@geraldhartley]

This is wonderful. Thanks for such an excellent tribute!

[@ReitFans]

AWESOME collab! Really love the styling and editing in this video too, good job, great vocals! Reit from Canada

[@justsingit72]

+Reit Fans Thanks Reit!

[@markwviolin]

Spectacular! Honestly the sound of the acoustic violin works far better than my electric ever did. Really amazing guys :)

[@bboyzagy]

Les Claypool on bass. Great cover, people! :D

[@zmb5501]

Wow that was really good

[@denmoer]

Excellent job, great sound, one of Kansas best songs, the Masque LP is there best work, with Sweet Child there greatest

[@mokusmisi]

@mokusmisi ...And not to forget the thoughtful, exciting video. Well done, Guys!

[@littlebuddyd]

Kansas Gods!

[@PIPIPISTA]

At the beginning I've had the "goose skin" or something like that feeling,you know when all the hairs are up. I knew Kansas before you were born(except for the singer maybe) so I can say: GREAT JOB! And I know by George(Gyuri) how complicated to make it realise. You made a great video as well! Keep on guys!!!

[@iwangsetiawan3863]

This is my fav song of kansas... good job men.

[@TheNotoriousDUDE]

Wow, just seen I haven't commented on this one yet! Or did I do it on Facebook...? Whatever, I'll just say it again: This isn't just some random Kansas cover; It's THE Kansas cover! You couldn't have given the band a better credit than this. Rock on guys, I really can't wait for your next vid :-) Michael.

[@mokusmisi]

Fantastic performance, real masterpiece, Congratulations!

[@MRWSSHORTY]

What a voice man!! And great Instrumentalists, fantastic! Please forget my message (embarrising), you do not need anybody else, a great cover!!! Steve Walsh would be deeply impressed! Keep on going! w.k.r. Lothar

[@Aforgomon1]

You guys just keep getting better and better, my goodness, thank you.

[@muzaklover78]

You guys just rock, would love to hear you cover miracles out of nowhere or the pinnacle...

[@maryanderson845]

Totally with you SC. Seriously a good group of guys who have done their due diligence.

[@jimyj7]

I'm downloading everything I can find... Makin a Roland Folder. thx man, u rock.

[@robcollier8161]

Nice job guys, excellent performance. Nice to meet you at the Sioux City show Len, thanks for turning me onto you guys, very well done!!

[@justsingit72]

Hey, Thanks, Rob! We're still reeling after watching Steve's final night with Kansas! I appreciate the comment! We have some more videos if you want to give em a listen.....Carry On!!

[@Joe.M]

Len, great job on the vocals!!!!

[@dgcmusi]

This is my favorite from you guys .......Plus the sound is amazing . great production Roland. Dave.

[@yactabay]

Excellent. I see the lead guitarist also heard their live album.

[@linktronics]

Great performances guys well done!

[@edsteward4363]

Wow, what a great job on this cover. As someone who has seen Kansas Live at least 13 times, you guys nailed it. The band rock's and the vocals are amazing.

[@justsingit72]

Thanks so much Ed!

[@crazyworldbigsound]

I am stunned at how good this is. Wow!

[@mikejohn9724]

awesome ! you guys are fantastic musicians

[@richardbaxter]

Very Nice Cover!!!! Awesome!!!

[@jogviolin]

@BRYONJOHN Thanks Brian for your compliment, very appreciative, even more, coming from a fellow violinist, saw your vids on your channel and I liked a lot your work. All "OurVirtualKansas" crew are great musicians and friends, I'm enjoying this journey with them. Greetings from Spain, Jorge

[@M3GreatRiffs]

Man, I freakin' love Kansas!!! It's amazing how much you guys sound like Kansas!

[@Aforgomon1]

This is fantastic.

[@gibsona9]

Flawless!!! One of my all-time fave Kansas tunes.

[@WarningNimrod39]

Really glad I found this. Keep it up guys!

[@jokersbonus]

Congrats

[@marcoballa]

SUPERB!

[@douglaslivingston6127]

amazing!

[@katesjanice]

Kansas…the BEST band ever. Great job!

[@Dan441734]

Woah! Great job guys!

[@JethroRush]

Oh my, what a great performance. I couldn't have imagined that this song could be covered so well. Great job guys.

[@84jessaud]

awsome!!

[@audsleyb]

You all did an amazing job! There are some very talented musicians here!

[@randytrader3026]

That was so good , just knowing that there still may be a chance for this generation after all when it comes to music, is a big relief.. as a keyboardist of 45 years and a natural born sound man , the mix needs a little adjusting.. couldn't hear the kick drum or any tom Tom's, violin and guitar we're over riding a lot.. but still was a joy to hear a Kansas tune done so well..

[@justsingit72]

Thanks Randy!

[@danlutjemeier4183]

Epic!

[@jogviolin]

To all my virtual band mates!! I want to share with you happiness and pride that I feel in seeing the end result of this masterpiece. I congratulate all of you for the excellent work done, while I thank the opportunity you have given me to share with all of you, great musicians, my love and passion for music. @skudmunky Acoustic violin gives this cover the authentic Kansas spirit, Thnks for comment Mark. Looking forward to the next project, take care all Jorge - violinist Long Live Kansas!!

[@aqualung1466]

You did great!

[@0isez]

Great! This was amazing! Len sounds like Steve Walsh 30 years ago!

[@Tralman1965]

Absolutely incredible!!

[@billt6264]

My god!!! Huge Kansas fan. I play several instruments and sing a bit. I wish I could do what you guys do. This is inspirational!! Thank you so much!!

[@BRYONJOHN]

Jerry, I really like this one! Jorge is an amazing violinist, also! You guys pulled this off very well! Keep up the good work! BRIAN

[@makersB]

outstanding ! I've just found these feeds.... Kerry Livgren is a genius and to cover Kansas like that is not something you hear everyday. Len, let's see, I've found you covering Steve Walsh and Greg Lake masterfully...... I'm gonna keep searching.

[@antonio41049]

Great job boys! :-)

[@justsingit72]

@0isez That's really, really kind for you to say.....I'm happy if I can just come close. Thanks Again!!!! Len

[@fraroc]

Do Fight Fire with Fire next because that's my absolute favorite Kansas song!!

[@DefMettle]

fucking awesome!

[@grawkyle710]

nice video good job 5 stars

[@georgebarabas]

@PIPIPISTA Köszönjük, István! Thank you, Steve! :)

[@justsingit72]

Thanks Robert!!.... You might also enjoy our other five Kansas covers...available on our channel....Hope to make some more someday:)) Len

[@relmurmotjr]

....throu-out my life, growing up,ect.. I wondered/worried that no one whould ever be able to hear/feel what it was like to experience early Kansas... I worry no more! :)

[@justsingit72]

@Catagator THANKS CAT!!! Len

[@justsingit72]

@MRWSSHORTY Thanks, Lothar!! I'll try my best to emulate one of the greatest voices of all time, but it would be impossible to equal him!! Len

[@dgcmusi]

The violin grabbed me from the 1st note .

[@aaronkelson5960]

This is amazing! I've been a hardcore Kansas fan since the 1970s. You really honor them with your performances. Thank you! (BTW, perhaps it has been asked elsewhere, what software do you use to create these videos. I'd like to learn.)

[@justsingit72]

Aaron Kelson Thanks Aaron.... We're both hardcore! We all have different software... but It starts with the audio... Drums, then probably keys, and then all the rest.... Then we make a video to go with the audio.... It can take months... But it's worth every second! Make sure to check out all of our videos!

[@descantiano]

Aaron Kelson Thanks Len for the clarifications. Actually, the final video is cut together using some kind of non-linear (multi-track) commercial video editing software. I'm not advertising anything here, but suffice to say I used a rather old version with only basic features, along with some free stuff for pre-processing some of the videos. But there are plenty of easy-to-use, reliable, inexpensive products available by now, just take the time to find one that suits your needs.

[@justsingit72]

@adam872 Thanks!!!!!!!! Len

[@georgebarabas]

@tehtube Thank you!

[@chrisrickert8638]

All of these comments praising this cover: I just can't believe it. I have been a Kansas fans for 42 years. I have seen them over 50 times alive, and I am probably one of the most hard-core Kansas fans around. I am also a classically and jazz trained pianistand keyboard player. I have also been playing guitar for over 35 years, self taught. I have to tell you, and I am not trying to be an asshole or anything, that this offer is absolute garbage. You cannot cover a song like this; it's belongs toKansas, and no one should ever even try to cover it. It's ridiculous. There are some songs by some bands that just cannot be covered. And this is definitely one of them. These are good musicians, doing a very bad thing in my opinion.

[@LeTubeMeister]

Wow, you must be the best musician ever!

[@chrisrickert8638]

LeTubeMeister - No, extremely far from it! Just a musician who is in the "know", offering my well educated hypothesis.

[@justsingit72]

Thomas Edison tried many, many times before he invented a light bulb that would work.... We are ALL on a mission to become better... If you find the music on this video less than perfect... then you are right.... But we ALL had a blast making it... Not easy work.... After all, each one of us are doing their parts alone with just a track to listen to, and then try to put it all together.... If we'd had a budget of thousands of dollars.... then maybe it would be up to your standards..... But we've had many great compliments from many folks.... Including members of Kansas themselves!

[@chrisrickert8638]

Len Audsley Then I say kudos to you my friend! Like I said before, you are all very good musicians! Of course, the most important thing of all, is that you worked your ass off, and had a hell of a good time doing it. After all, isn't that what it's all about? I am very happy to see that you have so much pride in your work. Keep it up!

[@chrisrickert8638]

Jerry Schares Do you have a college education? Clearly not. First of all , I was using the mic and not typing. Second, I have no idea what you're talking about. My comments were clear and not meant to "hurt" anyone. Yes, I am educated. I have two master degrees in music and I am working on my doctorate. My educated hypothesis? Do you need me to explain both an explanation why that phrase is correct asa well as what it means? Lastly, my manhood? All I have to say is this: seek help immediately. Clearly you have anger management problems, and I also suggest returning to school to further your education. You might learn something!

[@SGI814]

Cool

[@fredthejunkman]

Incredible vocals! It can't be done any better, even by Kansas. Wow!

[@muzaklover78]

Short of Kansas performing themselves, this is the best rendition of this song I have heard. In fact, its the ONLY rendition of it I have heard. Kansas is far too intricate a band for anyone but true professionals to cover.

[@justsingit72]

@84jessaud Thanks, Jess! Love, Dad (in law)... ... Jeeez! ...This is gettin mushy!!!

[@tomrumler3577]

Len Audsley ! Why the heck weren't you tagged to be the new lead singer for the new Kansas ???

[@justsingit72]

Hey Thanks Tom! You can find more Kansas covers on my channel or this one!

[@tomrumler3577]

@@justsingit72 .. Fan for some time now !! ... You guys gonna do more ???? I suggest ' Lonely Street.. and/or something from the new albums !

[@justsingit72]

@@tomrumler3577 I hope we (OurVirtualKansas) can do more... But I am making more of my own... Working on All the World at this time!

[@tomrumler3577]

@@justsingit72 ' All the World ' is/was excellent !!!I will look for and subscribe to your site !

[@jordelagu]

Another One :)

[@kanushrox]

Yes jimyj.....Roland is one of the best. Thnx for al the nice comments.