Kansas - "Dust in the Wind" | FIRST TIME REACTION

[@joeturner1181]

This song is timeless. If you don't feel something from listening to it, you're already dust.

[@BradLeroy]

Best comment on this song ever! Absolutely on target!

[@robertboston7872]

Amen brother lol

[@tuskulum1767]

i love the Song like 1977. (yes im old)

[@andrewpetik2034]

I see what you did there

[@mikenastasi8927]

Guitarist Kerry Livgren was just doing a finger picking exercise when his wife told him the song was beautiful. He said it was just an exercise. He never thought the band would go for it. Well, here we are.

[@truckrboat]

The band was almost finished recording the album but they felt they needed one more song and Kerry said well I have this little excercise I’ve been playing with, and the Kansas magic dust was sprinkled on it and the rest is music history

[@evanhume3706]

@@truckrboat I watched and interview with Kerry Livgren and he said he used this as a warm-up before they played and his bandmates asked about it and said we think there is a Kansas song in there.

[@monkeymanoki]

that is how he opens this song in concert

[@billpo]

A beautiful masterpiece… I felt, and feel the way you felt…

[@jonathanhenderson9422]

AC/DC's Thunderstruck started the same way. Sometimes those finger-exercises makes for memorable riffs/licks!

[@flash218ily]

When you have a master violin player in your rock band, you know you ain't dealing with an ordinary band.....you're dealing with greatness!.....and Robby Steinhardt's solos fit so perfectly into the cadence of this masterpiece song!

[@swinetrek]

Have a listen to Hawkwind's Hassan I Sahba.

[@michaelsutherland9069]

my god. What a timeless classic. The 1970's music will always and forever be the best decade of music.

[@chrisd7047]

I say the same thing. The '70's has something for everyone and it's all done incredibly well. Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. Pink Floyd released DSotM in 1973. Motown was still strong. Van Halen, The Police, Aerosmith all got their starts. Funk had its prime. Disco for the dancers and party crew. Prog bands like Kansas and Yes and Zappa & The Mothers of Invention, and, of course, Rush. Spectacular decade for music.

[@stevenewcomer8837]

The Violinist and co-lead singer Robby Steinhardt’s dad, Milton Steinhardt, was the director of music history at the University of Kansas. Robby started violin lessons at age eight and was classically trained. When his family traveled to Europe while Robby was just growing up, he played with some of the orchestras while there.

[@thancrow]

R.i.p. Robbie Steinhart. I got see Kansas in concert, Robbie was amazing. You are gone, but your music lives on.

[@AnthonyWilliams-ot1yk]

Thanks for sharing that insightful story.

[@rusty9129]

Robbie was actually adopted, so it was his step-father.

[@AnthonyWilliams-ot1yk]

@@rusty9129 Incredible bands usually have even more compelling back stories. This ranks among them. Thanks for sharing.

[@stevenewcomer8837]

@@rusty9129 Yes he was adopted. I had that in my post but tried to shorten it a bit. Regardless, parents who adopt children are not “step parents”. They are THE parents.

[@michaelkearney2186]

You’ve gotta keep in mind that this song was a HUGE hit right in the middle of The Bee Gees/Saturday Night Fever/disco era. And it still resonated with people. It’s that powerful and universal

[@alanbarr9327]

Kansas had the talent to open the floodgates of emotions in everybody. I'm almost 63 years old, and still get chills when I hear them! 🥰

[@DAMHoo]

I’m 63 as well and totally agree

[@ooneybird27]

In 1993, I got to see Kansas twice in the same summer for free. One was at our state fair & the other was an all-day, all-evening concert series sponsored by a local radio station. We were lucky because the '93 line-up was only missing one of the original members, but the rest were there. Till this day, with 40+ concerts under my belt and my daughter having seen around 20, we still both agree that Kansas is the best live band we've ever seen.

[@Plan9-3127]

Truly one of the most beautiful songs ever put to paper... You don't hear much like this nowadays.

[@JohnB1163]

This song is my absolute favorite of all time

[@d0sitmatr]

you dont hear *_ANYTHING_* like this these days.

[@robertg7396]

This is arguably the prettiest, most real song ever written. The fact that it is so beautifully performed is just pure perfection! Very euphoric! ☁️😇☁️

[@dagmar.6954]

Kansas was a great band from the 70's. Their musical style is a fusion of hard rock, southern rock & progressive rock. "Carry On Wayward Son" & "Dust In The Wind" are their 2 biggest hits. But they had other good songs such as "Point Of Know Return", "Hold On", "People Of The South Wind", "Play The Game Tonight", "Fight Fire With Fire", "All I Wanted" etc.

[@tommack9395]

"Miracles Out of Nowhere", 'The Wall", "Song For America"

[@copperqwaser2468]

Magnum opus, journey form Mariabronn are jems too

[@descendantoffools9767]

People Of The South Wind is one of my favorites

[@stanleymyrick4068]

Yeah, Kansas to me are those two songs. Never really heard any others from them. None of those you mention ring a bell at all. They might be good too, I don't know myself.

[@richardkint6531]

"Can I Tell You" is one of my faves from Kansas. Other songs that hit the top 30 include "Play The Game Tonight", "People Of The South Wind", "All I Wanted" and "Point Of Know Return". A very versatile group Aileen.😁

[@leightnite3056]

Saw them at a state fair in 2000, They started by shouting "Hello Missouri, welcome to Kansas!" They were absolutely stunningly good! Daytime, playin to the bleachers....fantastic

[@lokephoenix1039]

Never been this early before but this is 100% one of the best songs ever written. I want this at my funeral

[@phillipabat8437]

Yeah me to.😎

[@GrungeNY]

Already requested also.

[@stevejoshua9536]

I want "Hocus Pocus" by Focus.😊

[@lanpartyanimal5215]

You and me both.

[@Ciriousglitch]

I would like "Another one bites the dust" at my funeral. Love Queen :)

[@rockmetalplaylists5595]

There's life after death, and it's eternity...

[@MrPolleyr]

Loved the reaction.❤️ I had the great fortune to meet and spend some time with the guitarist and song writer Kerry Livgren many years ago. He is an amazing musician and composer. He took me out for dinner and then touredhishome studio. A very kind and generous man. I treasure my time with him. Kansas is a deep well of prog rock gold. Dive in and I’ll be right here with you.❤️👍🎸🎶🇨🇦😊

[@Eowyn187]

Lyrics you say?.... heh heh The lyrics to every single song on their first two albums are freaking poetry. Unbelievably thought provoking. Gorgeous stories even. HE KNEW CLOSET CHRONICLES

[@albertspillane2831]

The violin 🎻 solo is awesome

[@LogicalSon01]

Now you're ready to react to The Wall, Hold On, No One Together, The Point of Know Return, Song For America, Portrait(He Knew), What's on my Mind, Play the Game Tonight, Can I Tell You, the list is nearly endless!!!!!

[@guanyin19]

Possibly my most favorite song of all time. Not only are the instruments so simple and elegant, but the lyrics as well. They hit so hard.

[@MoMoMyPup10]

I don't care what anybody says, but that's the best violin solo in the history of Rock music. It should have its own wing in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!

[@SuperStrik9]

As a guitar teacher with 30 years of experience I've taught this song so many times I've lost count. Beautiful guitar playing by Kerry Livgren. This song touches my soul.

[@jerryhenderson3542]

A lot of Kansas' songs are philosophical. Excellent band!

[@andrewhimes6058]

2004 in Iraq getting back to the patrol base after 14 to 16 hours on operations and recovery, I would put my Kansas CD in the player and just try to chill for a moment. Then go out and do it all over again

[@Fremen1971]

Thank you for your service.

[@Allhailthegreatcatperses]

Indeed . And I am glad you had a decompress vent - must be so hard to find in such a situation

[@johnmoore4116]

Thnx you

[@fanboy270]

Glad you made it home soldier

[@brettkenschaft4239]

When I think of the term "classic rock", and what it means to me, I think of two songs. This one and Boston's "More Than a Feeling"

[@darrellrector2874]

One of the best beautiful masterpiece harmonies from my era. So many memories. We are just small compared to time.

[@giantslayer473]

You're a beautiful soul. Thank you. David in Kentucky. RIP to my older brother, Brian Keith Pinson Sr. - Friday- Aug 21 1987. You'd be proud of your son. You definitely left your mark/impression on people, and are sorely missed. My hero 😊

[@SaltyFrosticles]

Such a timeless song!

[@GrungeNY]

I've grown up listening to that song and every year the lyrics get truer and truer. I can't even listen to it now without crying because of the raw, naked truth of it all.

[@sabremarky15]

YOU'RE MY BOY BLUE!

[@liquid_butter]

You beat me to it. I could not get into the messages quickly enough yo see if it was here. 😅

[@SleeperHonda]

LOL

[@gohardeg]

Got a fuckin dart in your neck! You're crazy, I like you. Bwaah

[@RobertNorton12013]

Ha

[@JamesKovacic]

WE’RE GOING STREAKING

[@jamesfranklin8712]

This is a beautiful touching song I was one of the people who recommended this song thank you for reacting to it

[@lostlothbrok7156]

This song always makes me think of my late grandmother, always telling me not to cry for her passing but celebrate her life ❤

[@briangreen9677]

There's a reason this song is used in scenes where there's a loss or death in movies and even tv shows. It packs an emotional punch.

[@crhu319]

I'm kind of surprised it's never been used in a Superman film. When he loses his adoptive (Kansas) parents.

[@nicholasferrara7299]

Your beautiful smile and such well spoken reviews are simply wonderful. Love this song. (You should be on your own television show)! ❤️

[@brucevidito4923]

As I'm approaching 70 years old, this song and Pink Floyd's song "Time" hits closer to home. So, now I don’t waste my time not living but try to make a difference in others lives.

[@jasonsomething6003]

So many great Bands from the 70's-80's... LOVE the reaction and your smile is the cherry on top! Boston, Eagles, Bad Company and many others have had such an impact on our culture beyond believed thought. Keep turning out the videos Girl... I'm a FAN! peace

[@pauljefferies2091]

I remember my mother coming home with the album when I was 7 or 8. This was pretty much the first song that I really remember as a child. Now it just reminds me of her and the old farm. Amazing how a song can bring back memories fresh from almost 50 years ago.

[@009AWB]

There was nothing like a Kansas concert in the 1970’s to give me a case of musical whiplash.

[@KevanCorkill]

Hi Aileen 😊 An awesome reaction to Kansas's Dust in the Wind😊👍 I remember this playing on the radio for a long long time 😊 Yes indeed 😊 You have captured the message loud and clear😊 It's most important what Mark you leave behind when you're gone... You stated this very beautifully 😊👍 I wish you all the best as you talk about mental health to those who need to hear 😊 and I hope for all the energy for you as you do so 😊 All the recommendations for Kansas songs are wonderful and I look forward to the reactions from you 😊 Have a great day you and Arya 😊👍

[@rusty9129]

I'm old, thankfully. I got to see Kansas do this live when it was new!! Always been a fan as they incorporate thought provoking lyrics with driving rock and touches of jazz fusion. Certainly a unique combo in that Era. This album came out in 1976. The previous album in 1975 contains an anthem that you should hear. Great themes, lyrics that make you think and first-rate musicianship. It's called "Song for America". You will be captivated!!

[@williamaustin1084]

Kerry Livgren lead guitar wrote this and Carry on wayward son. He became a Christian and in the 80s formed the group A.D. The debut album had multiple vocalyst including Ronnie James Dio. That album deserves a listen!

[@stevedahlberg8680]

As a fellow musician, I really always love where your analysis is coming from. Good words at the end as well. I bet you would really love another of their huge hits, Point of No Return from their album Point of Know Return.

[@christianlotfy]

The vocals, harmonies, strings, guitar, lyrics, and spirit of this ballad laments right through our hearts.

[@switchhandissomebody]

I love the pauses, im watching for the reaction 🙂

[@sundager8735]

It’s a good song to get high to and reflect, remember back when this came out a lot of the bands would make certain kind of folk music you could trip to, and this is one of them

[@sarahsereda7755]

This song gets me in my feels instantly. One of the best written songs ever!!!!

[@craigmccuistian]

Aileen, I LOVE that these songs from my formative years are affecting you like they did me oh, so many decades ago. Kansas Leftoverture tour 1982 was my first ever rock concert. It’s still as hauntingly beautiful as it was so long ago.

[@ronniedeen3651]

this song holds so much emotion and memory for me. THis and "WHo Wants to Live Forever" from Queen.

[@kellyleach2366]

Highlander 😢

[@aeonise]

This song seamlessly combines mourning for the past lost, imploring not to waste the fleeting present, and warning that the future is never certain.

[@studbstrd3589]

Six months later, I see your reaction to one of my guilty pleasures when I was a kid. Another one that you’d love just for the harmonies is Crazy Love by Poco.

[@BarrenCosmos]

You doing more Kansas songs is such a fun thing after how cute your last reaction was from by them 😭 Which was also the only time I’ve ever listened to them too so I’m happy I get to listen along with you for these songs ❤️

[@michaelnettles-kf2bl]

My first concert was Kansas in 1978 at the Jacksonville Coliseum (RIP). Amazing! They sounded live like the studio except for the ENERGY! Atlanta Rhythm Section was the warm up band. Kansas was the warm up band for Queen a time or two and Brian May had a lot of good things to say about them.

[@ABQREDorGREEN]

Another song with great harmony is from the "Eagles", Seven Bridges Road. It's incredible as is Kansas.

[@grelch]

When this song came out back in the day, absolutely loved it. Bit then the radio wouldn't stop playing it, over and over and over. I grew to loathe it. But now after decades, it's great to hear it again. I'm back to loving it.

[@WilliamTaylor-o5s]

The song ! is what you can call a reality check for most of use !

[@viewfromthehighchair9391]

I saw Kansas a few years ago and they are in Toronto tomorrow night and I may go. We'll have to see. They are awesome in concert having two of the original seven members still with the band; however, you wouldn't notice as they are spectacular. If you get a chance to see them live, take it!!

[@barrylavender7938]

Beautiful song by a great band. Brilliant reaction once again Aileen.

[@andrewwhyte9944]

Always has been one of my favorite songs. Simple, yet haunting melody and lyrics. One of those rare instants where everything melds into beauty for the heart and mind! Aileen, your impression of the song was right on the mark.

[@andrewichaerusreynolds3348]

My mom, in the 60's (her teen years) lived with several of these guys. She was dating a guy that was in their band before Kansas. She's told me stories about New Orleans and a bunch of the Woodstock acts coming through there after the festival and hanging out, smoking weed, dropping acid, and doing what people did in the 60's. I've always had a soft spot for them, not least of which because I was in show choir with Livgren's niece. All that is moot to my comment, though. Despite my personal connection to this band and song, somehow, watching your reactions to things always brightens my day. Your sincere and honest and emotional reactions are a breath of fresh air. My 7yo son is going through chemo currently, and the amount of surface level sympathy we get is literally sickening. Honest feelings are rare and cherished for me these days, and everything you do fits the bill. Thank you, Aileen. If I had the means, I'd love nothing more than to sing with you. He'll, even if it was karaoke. 😊

[@behindenemylines9033]

what a hauntingly beautiful song

[@robertcercone9442]

If you like harmony, check out pretty much anything by the Association. Also for a beautiful ballad, I suggest Wildfire by Michael Murphy.

[@robtucker6303]

I really enjoy your reaction videos and I love your spirit.

[@KevinCowden-ow5to]

Kansas was one of the best concerts I ever attended

[@glenketchum6379]

You are such a Beautiful Soul, I love your reactions and interpretations on such good Music! Thank You

[@TonyM1961]

You hit it right. This song is about living your best possible life because once it's gone, it's gone. No second chances. No do overs. Who you are and what you did will be forgotten in a generation or two unless you manage to do something spectacular to set yourself apart

[@charlesbouthillier7216]

I do so love your reactions young lady, thank you for looking at music that I grew up listening to. I gladdens my heart to see young people listening to music that got me through my teenage years.

[@timhorn3829]

I heard this song and the one you just mentioned carry. On my way son growing up you were in for a treat with this song.

[@doorofnight87]

I too am a sucker for stringed instruments. Particularly the violin, probably because I used to play it, eons ago. Violin music goes right to my soul. Great song and reaction!

[@HendrikHAZ]

Hi Aileen, you have to listen to the unplugged live version where they added a string quartet. Absolutely amazing

[@randallshuck2976]

A favorite of mine from them. "People of the South Wind" is also very much listening to. Good reaction. Glad you appreciate them.

[@chrisoakley5830]

Was looking for a mention of that song, I love it, I still have the old 45 record of that tune.

[@davidgalloway5486]

I bet I'm speaking for a few... love you reacting to now older music and how you understand. Keep it up beautiful soul!!!

[@txheadshots]

This song was used with devastating effect in the first season finale of the Highlander TV show… has stuck with me for years even though I was a big fan of Kansas all the way back to the early 80s

[@AJColvin]

This song is soul-touching and expresses profound truth.

[@troydulude]

This is one of my favorite songs.

[@AllenZerr]

Years back, while still learning the many intricacies of guitar playing, I decided to delve into learning how to play this beautiful piece and remember really struggling with the artful fingerpicking. Those were the good ol' days... days long gone now with my fine motor control greatly diminished due to living with the most aggressive form of MS. This disease hasn't stopped me from appreciating great music like this though. I gotta say, another tune that I also struggled with - fingerpicking-wise - was Just Breathe by Pearl Jam. Thank you for doing this one, Aileen. I didn't know how much I needed it.

[@ThistleAndSea]

Lovely, Aileen! Yes, this one hits, doesn't it? Such a beautiful song. This one got a lot of radio play back in the 70's. It hit a nerve then, and today as well. Thank you for sharing this one. 🙂

[@Nightowl-OO]

You have a great perspective on life, glad you are finding this music I was so fortunate to grow up with as a teenager

[@_BAD_MERC_]

The best part of reaction videos is rediscovering the songs we all forgot were so epic! Because of content creators like you - I buy MORE music than ever from artists I never would have given a second look.

[@csbrown3]

I always thought of this song as "intimate." Beautiful work...

[@zq9m3xh8]

I've watched quite a few of your videos recently, but you won me over as a new subscriber with this one. And you could have played that violin section 20 times, and I would have happily watched it right along with you. Love your channel! Good luck!

[@joescott8877]

Almost at 300k subs, Aileen, woohoo! And yet...this too shall pass. A stoic song if there ever was one, existential message. Wisdom put to beautiful music.

[@shri081]

All this song is reminds of our Mortality, and so to be careful with what we choose to prioritise living through it. That guitar melody and violin solo are absolutely spectacular. Heard this song first in my twenties. Through my late thirties, I keep revisiting this song whenever I feel out of balance. It will always be relevant. That’s why it’s a classic.

[@saboteur1001]

Noticed many times your tears. You're very emotional. I like it! It tells you're talented person, you can hear. My respect.

[@jakes3059]

Back in my youth, this was a favorite song of mine and my best friend Billy. He died about 14-15 years ago and this has brought back some memories. It was hard, but good too. Thank you for this.

[@southroncross9515]

This song is quite simply one of the most beautiful songs ever written. And, the message is spot on, too. 'All we are is dust in the wind...'

[@Guvrunner]

I like Kansas, 2 of the greatest songs in R&R history but the documentary about them was one of the best I've ever seen! It's called, "Miracles out of Nowhere!"

[@fanboy270]

This song is quoted in the OG Bill & Ted (Dust - Wind - Dude) which is responded to with the opening from the Days of Our Lives soap opera "like sand through an hourglass, so are the days of our lives"

[@monkeymanoki]

I saw Kansas in Jacksonville earlier this year. They are still killing it today

[@lennyraywilkerson]

Kansas was very bigtime rockers in the 70s with some of the best Rock songs in history hope you react to some more of Kansas. 👍❤

[@michaelv9929]

2024 and this song is still not only relevant but still very important 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻☮️

[@RAIDERS77FYT]

Hi Aileen ..I knew you'd loved this song..one of the best songs ever..I love playing this on acoustic guitar..and loved your genuine reaction I think everyone has had that same reaction the first time hearing it..and yes that violin gets you in this emotional state to cement what this thing called life is all about...thank you for this .take care..🙏

[@warrensereda4782]

I have been listening to this song for over 40 years, and it always pulls at my heart strings.

[@jeff82z28]

Absolutely great summary Aileen, another great reaction. Beautiful song, beautiful lady. Wishing you the best always from Canada

[@Miguel_Plays_Guitar]

this song always makes my cry

[@nateclaytonpolitics]

This is my favorite piece from kansas. I loved the reaction, youre very beautiful tbh

[@BlueDragon53]

All that from a few guys in the middle of Kansas. You are a beautiful human, carry on being you.

[@TerryParsons1724]

A beautiful song the harmonies are amazing I love Kansas. Great reaction thank you.

[@artmeddaugh6669]

When I first listened to this song in the late 70's as a very young lad the lyrics and the tone hit home. This is a song that stays with you forever.

[@Eyes-of-Horus]

"Time is an endless thing. We have to just go along for the ride." We're all in this together. It detracts from each of us and with our self when we interfere with another person's experience of the ride. It's in the journey where we learn what it's all about and we carry that to the end result. Deliberately causing hurt, pain or destruction takes away for our experience of the journey. It's not worth the time or the effort.

[@Nightowl-OO]

Glad you are discovering great music from the 60s and 70s, a lot of incredible artist that wrote music about life

[@bigdaddyeb56]

You are a Very Loving and Kind Person Aileen !!! Thank You and Keep it Up

[@Methos9396]

I saw these guys with Styx and John Waite (from Bad English) a few years back. Amazing show