1676. Wichita, Kansas

[@ResidentialCentersofAmerica]

Thank you, Lee, for taking us on this fantastic tour with wonderful friends & artists. I know I and many, many more will be forever grateful for this journey again this summer.

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

☝️❤️🙏

[@Funkybassplayer]

Hello lee. Maybe a suggestion? Ask your buddy Russ to hold your phone and make a short one. when you are signing books. Just a few minutes. Then we get a little taste of how it goes. I think Russ wouldn’t mind. Do you think? Again just a suggestion. 😁 Greetings bass guru. 🙏🏻

[@rudiblankenburg5746]

Hello Lee, thank you for letting me travel with you.👍🙏☮

[@davepatrick7848]

We are so glad to be on the road again with you Leland, thanks!❤👍

[@montereyjack3679]

The Round Mound of Sound. I’ve seen many legends there. Jay McShan, Robert Cray, John Hiatt, the Brecker Brothers, David Sanborn, Willie Nelson, Jean Luc Ponty, Yellowman, Spyro Gyra, and many others. One of my most memorable moments there was when Jimmie Smith jokingly threatened to shoot the sound man after his third time asking him to “cut the damn echo” on his vocal mic as he talked between songs. He said “don’t make me shoot back there” laughed and then said “you know ima bring a piece to Wichita”. The sound man finally got the message and gave him a dry mic. Incredible show, early 80’s. Thank you Leland for coming to our town and sharing your trip with us.

[@pinksts]

At last, a venue we've both played! Thanks for sharing your venue walkabouts with us, Lee.

[@slipperynoodle20]

The riser for Russ is awesome. When I saw it, I thought of Ringo. Love and Thanks❤👍❤👍

[@rogeredwards3563]

My wife and I are VERY much looking forward to seeing the show tomorrow in St. Louis (Chesterfield actually). I truly hope I get to that chance to extend a hand and say hello!

[@gstevens6948]

..and the sweet sounds of Brad warming up, God that horn sounds good. So good. ❤

[@barrywaples8150]

Evening Lee and all Greetings from Nowy Sacz, Poland again. Heading back into Slavakia tomorrow. Cheers.Barry 🎸🏍

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Greetings Barry, from Alberta, Canada! 🖐✌️

[@barrywaples8150]

Hi Dwayne 🍻​@@dwaynewladyka577

[@hans-christiantraute1914]

@@hanspeterlillese2225The same happened to me in Cornwall. I was already driving in UK for several days but during a ride through a forest without any other cars I suddenly drove on the right side. When a car came towards us I even honked at him 😬 thankfully nothing happened

[@hans-christiantraute1914]

@@hanspeterlillese2225 yes, this seems to be the problem (concentration decreasing after some time…). What was so funny in my case was that I honked at him in his country driving on the wrong side and he just changed lane and disappeared without the usual middlefinger or anything else. It seemed as if he was used to card driving on the wrong side 🤔

[@barrywaples8150]

@@dwaynewladyka577 morning Dwayne 👋

[@carolcorrigan3130]

Thanks, Leland. Awesome venue. Hi, Brad, professor. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SoundsFair--M-and-J]

👍👍 Great venue/stage tour!!!! Interesting venue: we were getting a major rat pack vibe in the back until you turned to the stage! And all accompanied by an array of great sounds! I was enjoying the guitar up on the stage, but we are both happy to accept an annual birthday serenade! BTW, props to all of you on the tech front. None of it sounds uncomplicated or simple. Can't imagine how people who started out in the 50's had to adapt to so many changes.

[@aseainfo]

Maybe 25 years ago I played a place in Colorado Springs called the Colorado Music Hall that looked very similar to this venue. That wood dome gave it such a rich sound. Enjoy the show tonight Lee.

[@janejohnson8143]

Hi Leland!! If you would like to know a little history about your next venue on Friday at the Uptown Theater opened in 1928 -Kansas City, Missouri is a city of Fountains and of course Back to Back KC Chiefs Super Bowl Champions as … I just live a few blocks south of the uptown on the beautiful Country Club Plaza!! I don’t have tickets to the show, but I did get to see Lyle & his large band a few years ago at our icon Starlight Theater! I also used to work for Chris Fritz & Contemporary a Midwest concert promoter back in the 70’s & 80’s! What good times & great memories with the catering company called Back Stage Cafe! We also did a Cheap Trick show in Wichita at that same venue and we called it the space ship! 😂 The Uptown actually was a movie theater when I was very young child age 4-5 as my parents took us to see movies there!! Many many years later and many owners it was turned into a very cool concert venue! My favorite years were from mid 70’s to early 80’s as my brothers wife was the box office manager and i got to see many shows (when music was music) of course, only if I wasn’t catering at another kc concert venue! I saw Zappa, Arlo, Weather Report, Edgar Winter, Tanya, Pure Prairie League, Taj, Alice, Prine, Harry Chapin, Winwood, etc. And all of the artist who performed at the Uptown would always sign the wall backstage .. not sure if it’s still there - too many owners have changed it by painting over the stars ⭐️ on the ceiling and ripping out most of the floor seats! Anyways pls enjoy your stay on Friday, and have fun performing for the greatest music fans EVER right here in KCMO! We also have a mutual friend in FREEBO! ✌️& ❤

[@seanspring1360]

Hey Brother Leland. Love your channel. Thanks for being a big part of the soundtrack to my life! Peace & Love from Canada 💙 PS. Say hi to Brad for me!💙

[@randyschiffer3265]

You know when you were showing T-shirts? I still have a Lyle Lovett T-shirt from when he owned a motorcycle shop in Sugarland, TX.

[@raygunsforronnie847]

I've been at this venue a bunch over the years, so for folks following along: it was built in 1960 for big band performances, mostly. The original stage is curved and tiered; it's been flattened and squared for contemporary use. The plaster band shell follows the curve of the dome roof/ceiling and yes, Porky Pig has said "That's all, Folks!" more than once. Same family ownership until about 6 or 7 years ago. All the portraits are artists who've played there - Snoop, Metallica, Etta James, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Bonnie Raitt, James Brown... The dance floor is "floating" maple and while not a skating rink, it is home base for Wicked City Roller Derby. The Cotillion was recently inducted into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame. Another comment speculated on the acoustics. The band shell does what it looks like it does - project the stage sound out into the audience. For the Large Band this isn't a bad thing but for some other types of acts it can make sound operator's job more difficult. Round rooms with domed ceilings have lots of reflections that cause acoustic anomalies and moving a few feet in any direction will change what you hear. It won't sound bad but it will sound different. When the floor is free of chairs or people the reflections between dome and floor are interesting, to say the least. Every show comes with a physics lesson. Great vibe in the room, the staff is friendly and the local crew is efficient.

[@patfixsen7884]

Is the large band also known as “The Intermediate Family”?

[@jeffbangkok]

5:30 AM at the mango farm and the suns coming up. Beautiful venue. I couldn't do that trip without my dog though.

[@GaryD6120]

Lee, I always watch your output, I subscribe but, too often, forget to like or comment. We have worked with some of the same people at times and whenever I see your name on the credits I know it's a quality piece of work. Regards Gary

[@terrye6853]

Always love to see the large band back together, hope you are enjoying the tour as much as we enjoy your posts.

[@Larkpine]

Hi! 😊💜👩💜 WOW! Brad 🎷🎷🎷 Big place! Hope it was cool inside! Awesomeness Gig 👏. Beautiful Amy!

[@lethiapage4767]

What a lovely venue. I appreciate how nice you are to everyone in these little towns. I hope you are well and that your wife is well back at home. I know she's been through some things this past year or so.

[@Cathappyfishfry]

Love the tour! Don’t know why, but there’s something spooky about the entrance…..(like “stranger things” spooky) The stage looks wonderful….have fun, Leland!

[@gstevens6948]

You know just one of many things I respect about you guys, is how you get everything sounding so good. You guys just sound good, period. Quality. 🥂

[@Mark_Brooks]

The Cotillion is a special events facility that hosts concerts, dances, comedians, and stage shows featuring nationally known artists and performers. This special events facility is available to rent for concerts, dances, banquets, corporate events, wedding receptions, trade shows, and private parties. Built in 1960, The Cotillion is a 28,500 square foot building with a maximum concert capacity of 2000 persons. The unique circular design of the building has large wooden beams supporting a 24 foot high domed ceiling over an 11,000 square foot floating hardwood maple dance floor and a stage that features a distinctive neon lit band shell.

[@randyschiffer3265]

The Brooks Report

[@Mark_Brooks]

@@randyschiffer3265 Mr. Randy Schiffer

[@SoundsFair--M-and-J]

Thanks!

[@athenasadventure]

Love seeing the road life/ different venues… Thanks

[@jackgill2501]

Sir Lee, Good evening! Nice venue for sure thank you for the tour. Safe travels and take care!

[@MikeMaguireMusic]

Awesome to be back on tour with you Leland, have a great show!!

[@brendascott9664]

My son played there. It is a groovy looking venue in the Heartland.

[@FreedomRock44]

That is COOL LEE......Thanks for the TOUR!!!!!

[@terriblemook]

Wow, cool reveal of the stage..didn’t expect that…and Brad! Thanks for the tour, as usual. Sell some books! 🖕

[@Padoinky]

The facility looks to be a little bit “basic”, vs the majority of indoor/outdoor amphitheaters y’all are touring through? Reminds me of the all-purpose “field houses” that were the norm on local college campuses… certain y’all will no doubt find it to your liking And the Sax “Professor” from UNT in Denton TX, makes an appearance!

[@kjbunnyboiler]

Evening Leland, tour time👍👍👍

[@lelandsklar6363]

👋🏻

[@w.geoffreyspaulding6588]

So…obviously that looks like it’s a dancehall most of the time…especially with that name. And a roller rink too! 😁

[@TrystonL7]

"And they don't care about Dallas, Texas and they don't care about Wichita, but If you're ever in Oklahoma You better move around the law" JJ Cale. What a venue! Looks like a spaceship.

[@BasicDrumming]

I appreciate you and thank you for making content.

[@patpoirier7946]

All the sacrifice you make such as being away from your beautiful backyard long hot summer traveling on a bus can find air conditioning God bless you man I don't know what they pay you but I'll tell you that looks like a real hard way to make a living man

[@Siegmeyer23]

"Seventy-seven isn't old." "Well, maybe if you're a cheese." Priceless!

[@RicG.]

Kinky Friedman passed away today. Sad day for us long-time Austin musicians and the whole state of Texas. May he R.I.P. 🙏 ♥

[@aaronhouseholter697]

You guys are just down the road!! We're up in Salina.

[@richardlynch5632]

😎👍👍 Feel like playing Jimmy Webbs "Wichita Lineman" , Campbell's version...👍👍 😎✌👍❤🖖 Love Brother

[@FreedomRock44]

Tell ALL we have been asking for them. Have fun tonight!!!!!

[@kateconway-hickman5945]

Thank you, Leland! 😊

[@toneman501]

Hi Amy, & Brad ,& Uncle Russ ,& Lyle...

[@Mark_Brooks]

Hi Sid.

[@47heritage]

Hi Lee!! Have you run into the lineman yet? LOL Have a great show tonight!! Bob Love

[@doloresvelez3243]

Thank you.❤❤🙏

[@randyschiffer3265]

From the parking lot into the entrance it had a roller skating rink feel to it.

[@cgoodICT]

I have played that stage a few times. Very fun place to both play and attend shows. And the owners are great people. Thanks for the tour, Leland. Come back to Wichita any time

[@drich2766]

Hey! Today, the 27th, really is my birthday! Wow what a great surprise treat!! Made my day! 🎉

[@grammawpayton]

Watching Leland's tour vids by myself, and realize i'm smiling the whole time because it's AWESOME!!! Thank you so much for filming and posting, and hope you're enjoying the tour♥

[@suecorrigan]

Good evening from Cape Cod, Lee!! 😂🥰🤩🎸🎶 Nice looking venue, almost looks like the Esplanade along the Charles River in Boston!! Brad to the bone!! Love that face & that smile!! 🤩🎶🎷 Have a great show tonight in Wichita! Now I'm going to play Wichita Lineman! 😂🥰🎸🎶 We're due to get big Thunderboomers here tonight!! ⛈️ 🌩 ⚡️ Love you bunches, Lee!! 🤗

[@Leon-n3b]

Спасибо, очень интересно и познавательно.

[@splashesin8]

Just happy to hear y'all all wiggling around after the stormy weather, and tripping through the plains❣️😊

[@lavatar3562]

The Cotillion is certainly a unique facility. I’m not sure how good the acoustics are for a large ensemble!?!

[@jhall6926]

My moment of zen ...❤

[@gstevens6948]

The incomparable Amy & Crew.

[@TheShakyArtist]

Boy, the roadies work their ass off setting up all that equipment! Thx for the tour, Lee❤

[@tobisimmons9889]

Awesome

[@JustinHenderson0]

Thank you for posting these, Lee! Hope to catch you guys on the road. Be blessed.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

A unique looking venue. It does look like a spaceship. Since you are in Kansas, I wonder if you ever played with the group Kansas, or any of their members on their solo projects? I wish Maureen all the best. Cheers, Leland! 🙏✌️

[@Mark_Brooks]

97 degrees F right now in Richmond, VA.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

I hope it cools off for everyone. Cheers, Mark! 👍🏻👍🏻✌️

[@randyschiffer3265]

Sorry I shared a few degrees with you guys.

[@coastercook]

What! The Cotillion is still there?

[@ChefJamesRusk]

Really a nice hall… great tour!😊🎶🌹🪷🌹🪷🥰🙏🖕🖕🖕🖕👍❤️

[@mrbotucker]

Love Amy’s fro! 🔥🔥🔥

[@zemezee8883]

oh look at this the mighty brad hello thank you lee for the tripp

[@artemisXsidecross]

Thank you for a walk around. 94 F with 48% humidity in Wichita, KS Wednesday and as Leland said a double digit hours bus trip is the paid work on a tour.

[@johncopeland3826]

Another superb venue and video Mr Sklar .The stage reminds me of the ' loony tunes ' cartoon theme ? The Wichita lineman is still on the line .... That's all folks !!!! Best wishes .

[@dallaswright9249]

Your the best Leland another cool place thanks for sharing as always peace out cincy OUT

[@FreedomRock44]

Now that is a CLassic Venue!!!!!!!

[@laszloszakadati99]

If James is around say “hello”! 🙂

[@ARNYKATZ]

I love these videos!

[@91Kingscrib84]

Talk about a 50s vibe. When I saw the name Cotillion, I thought it must be a ballroom. I knew another Cotillion Ballroom back in the 60s. Another city entirely. I feel like I just stepped back in time. Loved seeing Snoop's portrait as you walked in. Really snapped me back to 2024, after thinking about 60 yrs ago! Just the name Cotillion triggers memories. Each venue you’ve shown us over these years is more varied than the last. Amazing videography cache, Leland. ~You're right, everybody loves you! 🖕♡😁 "There's nothing about you that's old." 😉👍

[@daviddavis1322]

The Cotillion is very much unexpected, and also hard to get to! It used to be the edge of town but got enveloped by sprawl. I've seen plenty of bands there, and watched many a roller derby event!

[@FreedomRock44]

Amyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!! We have WHERE's Brad and then we have WHere is AMY and can we catch here at lunch!!!!!!! We always land her at lunch or dinner.

[@そよかぜふわんふあん]

Wow. long tour.

[@GenesisLisa]

Thank you for taking us on t our again!

[@jameslangford9347]

This cool. Maybe you will do one when y’all play KC on Friday night at the Uptown. I’m gonna try to get to that show. I’ve never caught you performing live.

[@SoundsFair--M-and-J]

Wichita Lineman!!! Lamont must be beside himself!

[@randyschiffer3265]

It's bad ass look it up.

[@SoundsFair--M-and-J]

@@randyschiffer3265 I think we're subscribed; we see his postings and have seen the video of him performing the song with Arnold McCuller and company. Wonder if Converse was in the audience for that one (lucky).

[@roberte.bennett8327]

The calm before the storm...

[@w.geoffreyspaulding6588]

Wow…from Telluride to Wichita…..there ought to be a law against that…….(sorry Wichita….but jeez). Anyplace after Telluride is gonna pale by comparison.

[@pamr4040]

Loved the Brad chat! lol ❤

[@FreedomRock44]

That is nice you all have Vornado fans on you!!!!

[@raygunsforronnie847]

Fun fact: Vornado is based in Andover, Kansas, about 14 miles east of where Leland was playing.

[@patpoirier7946]

Hard way to make a living ... bless your heart

[@marvinmatthews4266]

Brad's hero is my hero also.

[@denisedinoto9170]

Nice to see Brad and Amy again!

[@nightflight1454]

I saw a band called sad cafe play here clear back in 1979...it still looks exactly the same too

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

🔥🚬🐨 holy smokes dude ☝️ you live the life

[@GrantCummins-w2s]

wow back like a family cool cool cool have fun

[@chrispile3878]

First show I ever saw there was Paul Revere & The Raiders back in the Sixties.

[@77stimpy]

Braaaaaad

[@scottburns2600]

The ceiling of that place reminds me of a miniature Montreal Olympic Stadium

[@JamesGuitarPowell-wx2xh]

Manners maketh man, But not in the case of the chap in the black T shirt, I always open doors for people, Follow the Leland Brick Road 🤠🌶️🎸

[@helenespaulding7562]

I noticed that too

[@stofffpv3128]

'Maybe if youre a cheese' best line ever..im 69 so on my way

[@dckmusic]

I love Brad so much.

[@Thayne2222]

Whoa it’s Lee Sklar in my town

[@FreedomRock44]

Lee do you know what song/s Jim uses the Hammond on????

[@nathanpickett202]

Wish I had known you were in Wichita😢

[@luvbasses5487]

Question: do you travel with a backup 4x10 cab, just in case?

[@FreedomRock44]

hahahahahahahahahahahaha........YOU STUMPED BRAD with THAT ONE LEE.......YOU HAVEN'T Seen......!?