Kansas-Hold On- Featuring Kerry Livgren and Dave Hope- The Midland Theater, Kansas City 7/27/23 LIVE

[@326vince]

All love to Kerry Livgrin. I’m glad to see many years after his stroke he looks great! Godbless you !

[@stevemcfate1961]

I hope to see him in Topeka in Oct! I have a a 2nd Row seat!

[@handgunner1911]

Kerry is one of the greats I have a lot of respect for him much love Kerry God bless you brother

[@garryhatchett775]

What a treat to have Kerry and Dave join in.

[@stevemcfate1961]

It certainly was! I haven't seen them on stage since 1980!

[@pandachickenmama]

Got to meet Kerry when he and his band AD played at Englewood Theater in the 80's or early 90's. Very nice and personable man. We are using "Dust in the Wind" at my husband's Celebration of Life because it and Kansas was his favorite.

[@brianaviles3133]

Dave Hope: an amazingly talented bass player

[@stevemcfate1961]

Often overlooked, smart fans know better!

[@user-yz1ci8kq9o]

Amazing bass player and musician!!

[@stevemcfate1961]

@user-yz1ci8kq9o Did my heart good to see him on stage again with the band, last time that happened was 1981!

[@randyroberts4239]

I'm a guitar picker but, Dave's tone is the high water mark in my opinion.

[@stevemcfate1961]

I was so fortunate to see the original 6 3 times and although every version of the band has done justice to the music nothing will come close to that magic

[@larryellington3543]

I wonder how many people realize Kerry Livgren had a very serious debilitating stroke about 6 years ago. It almost took his life but he miraculously has recovered to being able to perform at this level. Simply amazing.

[@stevemcfate1961]

2009, but still a miraculous recovery, things were really touch and go for awhile. Kerry is STILL amazing because he is Kerry Freakin Livgren! ❤️

[@ronaldconrad2179]

One of the greatest song writers of all time & e ery time I hear that guitar solo, I think of him!

[@bickleyjonas6145]

Where did you get 6 years ago from?

[@stevemcfate1961]

I clarified that, 2009

[@bickleyjonas6145]

@@stevemcfate1961 I knew that but thought he was referring to another stroke

[@christinaford1801]

I wonder how Phil and Rich felt having both of them back. I would think extremely emotional. Awesome 👏 especially with Kerry’s stroke it’s amazing he can remember the song and play it like he did 40 years ago without missing a beat.

[@stevemcfate1961]

It was very emotional, even Phil showed it and he rarely does! Thanks for watching and commenting, please consider subscribing, I have over 100 live concert videos and tons of Kansas!

[@pjtooley8547]

So nice to see.Great video.I love how this band. No matter how many line up changes it's one big family.

[@stevemcfate1961]

For real! Thanks for watching! Please consider subscribing!

[@tristanroblind]

I am so honored to have been there that legendary night. It was such an amazing concert AND we got to have four of the original members on stage. I am still pinching myself. It was my first time getting to see Kansas too. The bar was set very high!

[@stevemcfate1961]

It was truly gratifing!

[@DavidGainesVeganComposer]

Pretty amazing choice for your first Kansas show.

[@michaelmappin4425]

Isn't that Steve Walsh singing lead?

[@stevemcfate1961]

No it's Ronnie Platt. Steve retired in 2014 and Ronnie took over. Ronnie was previously singing with Shooting Star

[@michaelmappin4425]

@@stevemcfate1961 Thank you for setting me straight.

[@stevemcfate1961]

You are welcome! I was overwhelmed with emotion as Kansas is my favorite band and I go back to the first album 1974 when I was 13 years old, first seeing them in 1977 and 30 plus times since. Thank you so much for watching and commenting! Please consider subscribing, I have lots of classic rock videos and tons of Kansas!

[@chriscosby2459]

One of my favorite concerts in my life was in 1992 (I think) in Wichita. Where Kerry Livgren played the entire concert. No one expected him to be there. He was excellent -- like he had never left the band. The crowd went wild when he went on the stage.

[@stevemcfate1961]

Was that when he filled in for Rich Williams, or did they both play?

[@chriscosby2459]

@@stevemcfate1961 No -- they all played. Kerry was playing guitar and keyboards -- just like the original band.

[@stevemcfate1961]

@chriscosby2459 Nice! Chances of these types of things definitely increase when the gig is nearby. I've got a ton of Kansas on this channel, my favorite band since 1974! If you haven't already, please consider subscribing. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@chriscosby2459]

@@stevemcfate1961 i have have been a fan since '75. First saw Kansas with Blue Oyster Cult at the Tulsa Fairgrounds race track.

[@stevemcfate1961]

@chriscosby2459 That's cool! My first show was in 1977 at the RKO Orpheum in Davenport Iowa, now the Adler Theater. First Kansas show and first Show ever! Sammy Hagar opened as a last-minute replacement for Rick Derringer. He got booed off the stage! I had no idea who he was. I was 15. I thought he rocked out! Of course, Kansas blew my mind! I've, of course, been to hundreds of concerts since then, but I will never forget that one! I've seen Kansas about 30 times total :)

[@strattuner]

50 YEARS OF REAL MUSIC,GENIUS MUSIC,in a world of NOISE,REAL MUSIC

[@stevemcfate1961]

Thank you for watching and commenting! Hope to see Kerry and possibly meet him in Topeka in Oct!

[@rosskendall3310]

I find it bit interesting. Years ago, I contacted Kerry Kivgren via email and started asking him some questions about his time with Kansas as I am an extreme Kansas fan. Much to my surprise, he told me he didnt want to talk about that period in his life as he claimed, "it was so long ago." So, I let that conversation drop! And with that being said, what do I see here? Kerry Livgren sitting in with Kansas, which in my opinion, is exactly where he belongs! The Heart and Soul of the band! Mysteries And Mayhem, all wrapped up into one guy!!

[@Chyanne45]

What a BAND. Gets my emotions up.😊😊

[@stevemcfate1961]

Thanks for watching and commenting! My favorite band since 1974!

[@gerarddobinson566]

God,I love this band..ty Kansas✌️

[@stevemcfate1961]

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[@justsingit72]

This was awesome to see and hear.. So great to see these 4 originals with the rest of the band!!

[@stevemcfate1961]

As a fan since 1974 at the age of 13 this was definitely a moment!

[@barbararyan1255]

Love Kansas!!

[@verntweld51]

It’s magic God bless them all

[@DropAnchor1978]

What a joy to see! Kudos to Ronnie also for nailing the vocals!

[@Bagelrob399]

I thought it was Billy Greer, their regular bass player who is also a fine vocalist.

[@NVRAMboi]

2:24 Man it's good to see and hear Kerry again.

[@cathy-s8h]

This song helped get thru a very tough time

[@stevemcfate1961]

Music is the great healer!

[@dgcmusi]

Robert Schumann one said , introducing Chopin ….ladies and gentlemen, a genius. Ladies and gentleman Kerry Livgren.

[@stevemcfate1961]

Hope to see him with the Band in Topeka in October!

[@HikingUtah]

I saw them recently. It would've been amazing had Kerry and Dave shown up on that night.

[@pumpkinking5174]

What a moment. It may never happen again so thanks for documenting it.

[@stevemcfate1961]

I feel very fortunate to be there! I'm still holding out they will add Topeka in 2024!

[@barrymccreary9565]

Great job all

[@HikingUtah]

This is really cool. I saw them a few months ago. Of course, I wasn't lucky enough to have Dave and Kerry show up.

[@stevemcfate1961]

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[@gkirms]

Love Kerry's album from 2022 entitled Q.A.R.

[@stevemcfate1961]

What a treat for us all he is still providing quality output and showing up with KANSAS after all he has been through!

[@mitchmartin2659]

As usual, great guitar work by Kerry.

[@stevemcfate1961]

Thanks for listening

[@cheezhead6007]

I never thought I'd see four of the six on stage again Steve is retired and Robbie passed away

[@michaelmappin4425]

Who is singing lead there? Billy Greer?

[@claussteiner5857]

​@@michaelmappin4425 Ronnie Platt

[@buldogm9564]

Man I wish I was there

[@stevemcfate1961]

It was Wonderful! And then this past weekend Steve Morse shows up for back to back shows in Florida! Thank you for watching and commenting. Please consider subscribing I have over 100 live concerts videos and TONS of KANSAS!

[@nyankohillstreet5116]

Thanks for sharing the video. I am very glad Kerry-sun is doing well.

[@stevemcfate1961]

Thanks for commenting, please subscribe!

[@asdfzxcv3617]

And Dave Hope too.

[@nyankohillstreet5116]

@@asdfzxcv3617 YES!!!!!

[@meld2584]

LOVE THE UPLIFTING SONG & MEMBER NAMES! MORE GOOD COMING!

[@stevemcfate1961]

Thank you for watching and commenting! It was a special evening indeed! Please consider subscribing, I have over 100 Live Concert videos and a ton of Kansas, my favorite band since 1974!

[@ZippyThePinhead]

Kerry & Dave both looking & sounding great. Like riding a bike, you never forget.., you may have to practice a bit to loosen up those chops, but it's all still there. 👍🙏

[@markcastillo2757]

Legends, all need is Walsh back

[@stevemcfate1961]

He won't and can't, he can no longer sing this catalog, nor does he want to. There is a guy out there that can if they would let him

[@BB-iw4qd]

Are his initials JM? He’s really good!

[@azwris]

@@BB-iw4qd I think he means Elefante.

[@autk]

Correct. This is a cover band now, the "singer" is a total wanker, sorry bro, this isn't your band and never will be, what a ludicrous poser, you look hilarious!!! and you're dead wrong, CAN sing the catalog, realizes that old farts should sit down and stop disgracing their legacy, this cover band now resembles the Rolling Bones, just stop already. I saw the original band 16 times from 1973 until the conclusion of the Audio Visions tour.... nothing that has been done since will ever hold a candle, and the Elephant man records and tour were awful trash to endure and cratered with the public upon the release of the second record which was so a stink fest it didn't sell and couldn't sell tickets to the tour . Good riddance to that failed experiment, I don't count it, ridiculous attempt to cover Walsh. Embarrassing.

[@stevemcfate1961]

@@azwris no I don't mean JE, although he still represents himself well

[@miltonkeynes3090]

Kerry, may God bless you Sir.

[@stevemcfate1961]

What a blessing to have the Maestro still active!

[@saulportillo2142]

Kerry Livgren la música y alma de Kansas!

[@pkab9945]

Ronnie Platt is amazing! He can sing all of the hardest songs Kansas has!

[@stevemcfate1961]

Ronnie stepped into a difficult role and has been reliable, durable and consistent. Nothing from the catalog is off-limits. That's where he really proves his worth! Thank you for watching and commenting. Please consider subscribing! I have a ton of Kansas on the channel and other classic Rock bands for you to enjoy!

[@krisscanlon4051]

Wow Kerry back as well he should be...excellent musician

[@stevemcfate1961]

The Maestro!

[@krmar8908]

Great to see these guys are still good friends and can get together occasionally like this. Steve Perry of Journey could learn something from them.

[@dward7848]

Journey itself could learn from them. They've been feuding for decades, something you NEVER see with Kansas.

[@krmar8908]

For years Journey has consistently reached out to Steve Perry with an open invitation extended to join them on stage in any capacity he feels comfortable with. Steve has consistently denied the invitation.

[@dward7848]

@@krmar8908 I was referring to feuds between various Journey members, the latest being Cain vs. Schon. The band itself is a cesspool of egos, including Perry's when he was a member.

[@stevemcfate1961]

I fear Kansas will have the same result with Steve Walsh

[@mrjoelabs]

Wow. I wish they'd drive across 70 to st louis but I am sure that was their only appearence

[@Cyberfender1]

The " baby" he's singing about is us. Jesus is calling us all.

[@stevemcfate1961]

This song was written by Kerry Livgren about his wife Vicci

[@Cyberfender1]

@@stevemcfate1961 Yes. My personal feeling is it's . I see and hear Him trough this song. IMHO it is Godly and hopefully some others do to. Just my opinion.

[@kellyklingbeil5802]

Check out Kerry's band ... Protokaw

[@stevemcfate1961]

Oh yes, featuring members from KANSAS 1 before the merge with White Clover! Some of them hadn't played in 30 years before Kerry got them back together! I'm a Kansas freak! I know the whole backstory :)

[@kellyklingbeil5802]

@@stevemcfate1961 I am greatly comforted by the fact that perhaps there will be prog worship music in heaven. Today's worship music is sadly lacking indeed.

[@stevemcfate1961]

@kellyklingbeil5802 check out some of John Elefantes stuff ( former Kansas vocalist) if you haven't already

[@kellyklingbeil5802]

@@stevemcfate1961 Thanks man, Will do

[@stevemcfate1961]

@kellyklingbeil5802 You're Welcome!

[@vincebarber6933]

No Walsh!?!

[@stevemcfate1961]

Retired in 2014. Steve is very private and reclusive. It would have been nice to see him for 50th Anniversary, I'm sure he has a standing invite, but we will never see him, unless maybe a miracle happens and Kansas is inducted into R&R HOF They should have been before Robby died so all 6 could be on stage at once.

[@TonysMusic1974]

You stopped recording before the song ended?

[@stevemcfate1961]

battery ran out! bummer!

[@gordonnovotny9365]

I saw this awesome band back in thier hayday in the early 80's and the 90's No one today makes music like this anymore

[@rblauson]

Is this Phil EHart on drums ?

[@stevemcfate1961]

Yes this is Phil here. He is still not playing full shows. He sustained some serious injuries last tour and it took him quite some time to recover. His long-time drum tech of 20 years took over to finish the last tour. At the start of this tour Eric begins the 2 hour plus show and Phil finishes up about 2/3 of the way through. Hopefully he will get back to full shows at some point.

[@Bagelrob399]

Is that Billy Greer singing? I know he usually plays bass and did some singing on the Topeka show.

[@johnc.8298]

Somebody above mentioned "so nice to see Ronnie singing". Kerry had Ronnie James Dio do a song or two on his first solo album, "Seeds of Change". Maybe this is him???

[@johnc.8298]

Turns out I was wrong. I just did a search. Apparently the singer is Ronnie Platt.

[@Bagelrob399]

@@johnc.8298 that's their new singer that replaced Steve Walsh. He does a good job.

[@rhanlon70]

Billy's on the far right, playing acoustic guitar for this song.

[@stevemcfate1961]

@rhanlon70 right on! You can hear his distinctive harmony as well!

[@killerontheloose80]

I love the band and the state of Kansas City Folk just don't understand

[@owlperchedsilo3745]

where is Rich?

[@stevemcfate1961]

I was focusing on Kerry and Dave for this video, 3 other videos I have from this show on the channel with plenty of Rich! Song For America, The Pinnacle and Bells of St James Check them out! If you like them please subscribe! Got a ton of other Kansas shows and other classic rock bands you may like!

[@owlperchedsilo3745]

@@stevemcfate1961 , oh, i thought he might have been ill or something.

[@stevemcfate1961]

@owlperchedsilo3745 he missed last weekends shows in Ft Myers and Clearwater Fla. Former guitarist Zak Rizvi filled in for him with special guest Steve Morse.

[@owlperchedsilo3745]

@@stevemcfate1961 , hope he is ok.

[@stevemcfate1961]

@owlperchedsilo3745 They had a gig last night I'll check to see if he was back. The Show they played on Clearwater is up on youtube, complete show, watched it yesterday. Billy Greer mentioned Rich had the Flu

[@williammc63]

Who's singing?

[@stevemcfate1961]

Ronnie Platt, he took over in 2014 when Steve Walsh retired. Ronnie formerly sang with Shooting Star

[@douglayman1843]

Im really surprised Dave Hope would get onstage with the band....I kinda thought his church would frown on that lol

[@stevemcfate1961]

I think Dave does what he wants 😀

[@lisaboswell7696]

Who is singing lead,thats NOT Steve Walsh!

[@stevemcfate1961]

Steve retired in 2014. Ronnie Platt formerly of Shooting Star has taken over since then

[@realityrealestate5755]

The title is wrong. There is no Dave Hope, he passed away from a drug overdose !

[@stevemcfate1961]

Man that's not cool at all

[@vaughn6820]

Kerry livgren quit drugs and turned to religion and convinced Dave Hope to follow suit shortly after many years ago and last I heard Dave is an ordained something or other and was and maybe still is playing in a band called The Mulligans, I haven't heard of him passing yet but if he has I'm quite certain it wasn't from a drug overdose...

[@stevemcfate1961]

@vaughn6820 he's playing in this video, I was at the show I recorded it. Dave is very much alive, in good health, lives in Destin Fla, plays in a couple bands and keeps close to the vest with Kerry and the band.

[@vaughn6820]

@@stevemcfate1961 that's what I thought, I was trying to respond to a comment from someone else saying the title of the KZbin video was wrong and he passed from a drug overdose but thanks for backing me up none the less.

[@stevemcfate1961]

@vaughn6820 thank you for watching and commenting! I have over 100 live concert videos I've taken, and lots of Kansas as they are my favorite band! I've seen them 30 times dating back to 1977. Please consider subscribing, I'm trying to get to 500 so I can get monetized, have a great night!