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Link Ahead with the City of Dublin, Ohio
Kansas and 38 Special will rock July 4th in Dublin. Kansas' lead singer wants you there!

Link Ahead with the City of Dublin, Ohio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 27:14 Transcription Available


Ronnie Platt's journey to becoming the lead vocalist of rock legends Kansas defies conventional music industry narratives. At 52, after decades behind the wheel of a Chicago delivery truck, he stepped into the spotlight previously occupied by one of rock's most distinctive voices, Steve Walsh. "Better late than never," he quips with characteristic humility that runs throughout his conversation with Lindsay and Bruce.Now celebrating eleven years with the band, Platt opens up about the influences that shaped his powerful vocal style—Steve Walsh, Steve Perry, and Lou Gramm—analyzing their techniques and selecting vocalists whose approach matched his physical capabilities. The conversation takes a more serious turn as Platt details his recent battle with thyroid cancer, from discovery to diagnosis to his triumphant return to the stage just one month after surgery. His concern extended beyond his health to the entire Kansas organization—band members, crew, venues, and support staff who would be affected by his absence from touring. This profound sense of responsibility, combined with extraordinary medical care, fueled his remarkably swift recovery.It's only April but it's time to get excited about July 4th!  Kansas and 38 Special will headline this year's Independence Day celebration, culminating in the city's spectacular fireworks display. Community Events Director Alison LeRoy also joins to share details about the full day of festivities and the upcoming table reservation process.   It promises to be another rockin' unforgettable Fourth of July in the city we love!

Bob Sirott
Dean Richards' Entertainment Report: Liam Payne, Graceland, and Robert John

Bob Sirott

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025


Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the death of musician Robert John, new details on Liam Payne’s death, a medical announcement from Kansas singer, Ronnie Platt, and the woman who pleaded guilty to attempting to sell Graceland. They also […]

The Marc Cox Morning Show
In Other News with Ethan: Bond Shakeups, Rogan Dethroned & Viral Parenting Fail

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 5:47


Ethan dive into the latest headlines, starting with Amazon's takeover of the James Bond franchise as longtime producers Wilson and Broccoli step back—sparking debate over the future of 007. They cover Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt's cancer diagnosis, Joe Rogan losing his podcast crown to the left-wing MeidasTouch, and a viral Build-A-Bear birthday disaster that left parents fuming. Plus, a look at The Gorge on Apple TV, and OpenAI's user surge

The Marc Cox Morning Show
Homeless Crisis Ignored, FBI Overhaul Looms, and Bond Controversy (Hour 2)

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 32:33


Marc brings the heat on a freezing Friday, slamming St. Louis leadership for its weak response to a tragic homeless death near City Hall. Senator Nick Schroer joins to discuss Missouri's push to bring the St. Louis PD back under state control. Retired FBI exec Chris Piehota weighs in on Kash Patel's confirmation as FBI director and its potential impact on restoring trust. Marc also roasts Cori Bush and Jamaal Bowman's latest progressive circus. Plus, Amazon shakes up James Bond, Kansas singer Ronnie Platt's cancer battle, Joe Rogan loses his crown to the left-wing MeidasTouch, and a Build-A-Bear birthday disaster sparks outrage.

Journal du Rock
Black Sabbath ; Red Hot Chili Peppers ; Fontaines D.C. ; Sharon et Ozzy Osbourne ; Skunk Anansie ; Ronnie Platt de Kansas

Journal du Rock

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 3:24


Le concert ‘'Back to the Beginning'' de Black Sabbath, le 5 juillet 2025, au Villa Park de Birmingham, le prix des nuits d'hôtel en ville aurait explosé passant dans certains cas de 75 à 619 livres sterling la nuitée. Alors que d'innombrables artistes acceptent de vendre leurs catalogues, pour des raisons économiques évidentes, les Red Hot Chili Peppers, eux, sont à la recherche d'un nouvel acheteur. Le groupe irlandais Fontaines D.C. a teasé sur ses réseaux sociaux une nouvelle chanson intitulée "It's Amazing To Be Young", avec une vidéo qui s'ouvre sur un gros plan d'une jeune fille qui regarde fixement la caméra. Sharon Osbourne, l'épouse d'Ozzy, a récemment révélé ce qu'elle considère comme "la plus grosse erreur" de sa carrière de manager : avoir décliné une audition pour son mari dans la saga ‘'Pirates des Caraïbes''. Avec son dernier single "An Artist Is An Artist", Skunk Anansie signe un morceau engagé sur la liberté de création et l'impact des critiques en ligne. Le chanteur du groupe de rock Kansas, Ronnie Platt, a révélé qu'il est atteint d'un cancer de la thyroïde. Mots-Clés : événement historique, scène metal, places, flamber,envergure, mondial, Birmingham Live, journal, augmentation, région, Hipgnosis, millions, dollars, droits d'édition, chansons, rapport, Billboard, avis, investisseurs, coffre, voiture rouge, mains, vitre arrière, clip, annonce, titre, information, date, sortie, autonome, réédition, deluxe, Romance, LP, invitée, podcast, The Magnificent Others, Billy Corgan, anecdote surprenante, leader, Smashing Pumpkins, regret professionnel, présentateur, parfait, interview, Metal Hammer, chanteuse, Skin, passion, réseaux sociaux, internautes, art, réflexion, critiques, destructrice, posté, page Facebook, diagnostique, monde, chances de survie, propagé, contenu, opérer, enlever, période, rééducation, remonter en selle, merci, soutien, pensées positives. --- Classic 21 vous informe des dernières actualités du rock, en Belgique et partout ailleurs. Le Journal du Rock, en direct chaque jour à 7h30 et 18h30 sur votre radio rock'n'pop. Merci pour votre écoute Plus de contenus de Classic 21 sur www.rtbf.be/classic21 Ecoutez-nous en live ici: https://www.rtbf.be/radio/liveradio/classic21 ou sur l'app Radioplayer BelgiqueRetrouvez l'ensemble des contenus de la RTBF sur notre plateforme Auvio.be Et si vous avez apprécié ce podcast, n'hésitez pas à nous donner des étoiles ou des commentaires, cela nous aide à le faire connaître plus largement. Découvrez nos autres podcasts : Le journal du Rock : https://audmns.com/VCRYfsPComic Street (BD) https://audmns.com/oIcpwibLa chronique économique : https://audmns.com/NXWNCrAHey Teacher : https://audmns.com/CIeSInQHistoires sombres du rock : https://audmns.com/ebcGgvkCollection 21 : https://audmns.com/AUdgDqHMystères et Rock'n Roll : https://audmns.com/pCrZihuLa mauvaise oreille de Freddy Tougaux : https://audmns.com/PlXQOEJRock&Sciences : https://audmns.com/lQLdKWRCook as You Are: https://audmns.com/MrmqALPNobody Knows : https://audmns.com/pnuJUlDPlein Ecran : https://audmns.com/gEmXiKzRadio Caroline : https://audmns.com/WccemSkAinsi que nos séries :Rock Icons : https://audmns.com/pcmKXZHRock'n Roll Heroes: https://audmns.com/bXtHJucFever (Erotique) : https://audmns.com/MEWEOLpEt découvrez nos animateurs dans cette série Close to You : https://audmns.com/QfFankx

Matt, Bob & B-DOE
Matt and Bob 10-25-24 Funny Horror Movies, Ronnie Platt and Sawyer Stull

Matt, Bob & B-DOE

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 166:25


Today we go through the funniest horror movies. We also get to interview Ronnie Platt of Kansas! Then Sawyer Stull gives his picks for the weekend. Plus we get to try his hotdog of the Week. Support the show: https://www.klbjfm.com/mattandbobfm/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Idaho Sports Talk
PRATER & BEHLER, AUG. 19: MADSEN & MALACHI, FAN REACTION, BRONCO FOCUS, BNN REPORT, YOGI ROTH, RONNIE PLATT (LEAD SINGER OF KANSAS)

Idaho Sports Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 109:13


Boise State names starting QB - we debate the Maddux Madsen-Malachi Nelson battle and why Danielson & Dirk made the decision going into the Aug. 31 opener against Georgia Southern, divided fans check in with their thoughts on Madsen - others wonder about the future of Nelson in Boise, Bob (Bronco Focus) and B.J. (BNN Report) share their QB thoughts, college football insider Yogi Roth on his book (5-STAR QB) and how it impacts the BSU news, Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt on his stop in Boise - and how he landed the gigSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Idaho Sports Talk
PRATER & BEHLER, AUG. 19: MADSEN & MALACHI, FAN REACTION, BRONCO FOCUS, BNN REPORT, YOGI ROTH, RONNIE PLATT (LEAD SINGER OF KANSAS)

Idaho Sports Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 111:14


Boise State names starting QB - we debate the Maddux Madsen-Malachi Nelson battle and why Danielson & Dirk made the decision going into the Aug. 31 opener against Georgia Southern, divided fans check in with their thoughts on Madsen - others wonder about the future of Nelson in Boise, Bob (Bronco Focus) and B.J. (BNN Report) share their QB thoughts, college football insider Yogi Roth on his book (5-STAR QB) and how it impacts the BSU news, Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt on his stop in Boise - and how he landed the gig

Prater & The Ballgame
PRATER & BEHLER, AUG. 19: MADSEN & MALACHI, FAN REACTION, BRONCO FOCUS, BNN REPORT, YOGI ROTH, RONNIE PLATT (LEAD SINGER OF KANSAS)

Prater & The Ballgame

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 109:13


Boise State names starting QB - we debate the Maddux Madsen-Malachi Nelson battle and why Danielson & Dirk made the decision going into the Aug. 31 opener against Georgia Southern, divided fans check in with their thoughts on Madsen - others wonder about the future of Nelson in Boise, Bob (Bronco Focus) and B.J. (BNN Report) share their QB thoughts, college football insider Yogi Roth on his book (5-STAR QB) and how it impacts the BSU news, Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt on his stop in Boise - and how he landed the gigSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prater & The Ballgame
PRATER & BEHLER, AUG. 19: MADSEN & MALACHI, FAN REACTION, BRONCO FOCUS, BNN REPORT, YOGI ROTH, RONNIE PLATT (LEAD SINGER OF KANSAS)

Prater & The Ballgame

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 109:13


Boise State names starting QB - we debate the Maddux Madsen-Malachi Nelson battle and why Danielson & Dirk made the decision going into the Aug. 31 opener against Georgia Southern, divided fans check in with their thoughts on Madsen - others wonder about the future of Nelson in Boise, Bob (Bronco Focus) and B.J. (BNN Report) share their QB thoughts, college football insider Yogi Roth on his book (5-STAR QB) and how it impacts the BSU news, Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt on his stop in Boise - and how he landed the gigSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moreault en jase
Pee Wee reçoit… KANSAS

Moreault en jase

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024


Le chanteur Ronnie Platt répond aux questions de Pee Wee en prévision du passage du groupe au FEQ.

Tony & Dwight
Leaving Lemmy. Don't Go In There! Judges & Snoopers. A Chat with Ronnie Platt (Kansas).

Tony & Dwight

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 32:52 Transcription Available


Onorato & Bagnardi
NFL Draft, Cash Cab Host Ben Bailey, Kansas Lead Singer Ronnie Platt & NLL Commish Brett Frood!

Onorato & Bagnardi

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 58:46


Day 1 of the 2024 NFL Draft! Reaction to the top 10 in the NFL Draft. Did the Giants and Jets make the right picks to address their biggest needs? Plus, comedian and former host of the game show Cash Cab, Ben Bailey, joins the show ahead of taking the stage at the Funny Bone in Albany. Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt also jumps into the mix as the legendary rock and gets ready for its show at the Palace Theatre on May 11. And, the Albany FireWolves host a playoff game for the first time in franchise history. What does National Lacrosse League commissioner Brett Frood think of this team's trajectory?

Retro Rock Roundup with Mike and Jeremy Wiles
Interview with Ronnie Platt of Kansas

Retro Rock Roundup with Mike and Jeremy Wiles

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 39:23


In this episode, we speak with Ronnie Platt, lead singer of the legendary band Kansas.  We discuss their 50th Anniversay - Another Fork In the Road Tour, and how their music continues to touch generations of listeners.

John Landecker
Kansas' Ronnie Platt talks extension of 50th-anniversary tour

John Landecker

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024


WGN Radio’s John Landecker welcomes the lead singer of the band Kansas, Ronnie Platt. Joining Ronnie Platt is Antenna TV‘s Creative Director Corey Scarborough and Antenna TV’s Executive Producer Todd Muench to talk about Kansas. Platt is a Chicago native who was the former lead singer of the band Shooting Star as well as the […]

Behind the Mike
Ronnie Platt of Kansas

Behind the Mike

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 18:15


Kansas' Another Fork In The Road Tour comes to College Street Music Hall May 18, 2024. Tickets on sale now.

Community Focus Podcasts on WYRZ | WYRZ 98.9
6-21-23 - Ronnie Platt of Kansas

Community Focus Podcasts on WYRZ | WYRZ 98.9

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 27:41


6-21-23 - Ronnie Platt of Kansas by Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

Truckers Network Radio Show
Kansas Celebrating 50 Years with Another Fork in The Road Tour

Truckers Network Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 51:40


You know this band for hits like Carry On Wayward Son and Dust in The Wind. Their music is timeless and wherever this band goes, it gains new fans. America's progressive rock band Kansas has launched a summer tour to celebrate 50 years of the band's music history. The Another Fork in The Road Tour features 50 landmark performances nationwide. There is also a new album to commemorate the event. Be sure to tune into this episode of the Truckers Network Radio Show as Shelley Johnson speaks with original band member and guitarist Rich Williams and vocalist/keyboardist Ronnie Platt. Learn the band's history, what they are doing now and hear their great tunes. Please subscribe to our podcast. It's free. https://kansasband.com/ https://tncradio.live/ https://app.thetruckersnetwork.net/ #Kansas #KansasTheBand #ProgressiveRock #DustInTheWind #CarryOnWaywardSon #TheTruckersNetworkRadioShow #ShelleyMJohnson #ShelleyJohnson #TNCRadioLive

The Best Music Podcast
#56 KANSAS Richard Williams — Rockstar: Making Joyous Sounds and Gratitude

The Best Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2023 37:27


In 1973, the “garage band” from Topeka was discovered by Wally Gold, signed by Don Kirshner, and released their debut album in 1974. KANSAS has gone on to compile a catalogue that includes sixteen studio albums and five live albums. KANSAS has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-Platinum albums (Leftoverture, Point of Know Return, Best of KANSAS), one platinum live album (Two for the Show), one quadruple-Platinum single ‘Carry On Wayward Son,' and another triple-Platinum single ‘Dust in the Wind.' Most recently, KANSAS has released two Billboard charting albums with 2016's The Prelude Implicit and 2020's The Absence of Presence.   Kown as America's preeminent progressive rock band, KANSAS, will be touring 50 select North American cities to celebrate the band's 50th Anniversary. KANSAS 50th Anniversary Tour – Another Fork in the Road will showcase music spanning all 50 years of the band's illustrious history. The tour will showcase two hours of hits, fan favorites, and deep cuts rarely performed live.   KANSAS 50th Anniversary Tour – Another Fork in the Road is scheduled to premiere on June 2, 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA and conclude on January 28, 2024 in Fort Lauderdale, FL.    Tickets and KANSAS VIP Packages for most dates go are on sale now and  Ticket information can be found at www.kansasband.com & https://bnds.us/7g0lja. (links for those are in the show notes if you are on audio and in the video decryption if you are on YouTube)   To further celebrate the band's 50th Anniversary, InsideOutMusic has released Another Fork in the Road – 50 Years of KANSAS. The 3-CD career-spanning collection features carefully selected tracks from across KANSAS's sizable discography. It also includes a new version of the song ‘Can I Tell You.' Originally released on their 1974 debut album, the song is updated by the current lineup. Another Fork in the Road – 50 Years of KANSAS is available now. Fans can order it here - https://kansas.lnk.to/AnotherForkInTheRoad-50YearsOfKansas   “I'm incredibly excited about the 50th Anniversary Tour,” adds lead vocalist Ronnie Platt. “I tell people I'm not allowed to create a setlist, because it would be five hours long. There are so many songs I want to perform live. I think fans will be excited not only to hear our hits and fan favorites spanning 50 years of KANSAS, but also some songs that haven't been performed live in decades.”   KANSAS is currently comprised of original drummer Phil Ehart, bassist/vocalist Billy Greer, vocalist/keyboardist Ronnie Platt, violinist/guitarist David Ragsdale, keyboardist/vocalist Tom Brislin, and original guitarist Richard Williams. With no signs of slowing down, KANSAS continues to perform in front of large and enthusiastic audiences.   KANSAS is set to perform its “KANSAS Classics” set during concert dates in March, April, and May of 2023.   KANSAS 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR – ANOTHER FORK IN THE ROAD CONFIRMED DATES*:   DATE CITY VENUE June 2, 2023 Pittsburgh, PA Benedum Center for the Performing Arts June 3, 2023 Baltimore, MD The Lyric Baltimore June 9, 2023 Glenside, PA Keswick Theatre June 10, 2023 Glenside, PA Keswick Theatre June 16, 2023 Fort Wayne, IN Embassy Theatre June 17, 2023 Detroit, MI Fisher Theatre June 29, 2023 Toronto, ON Massey Hall July 1, 2023 Rochester, NY Kodak Center July 7, 2023 Cincinnati, OH Taft Theatre July 8, 2023 Indianapolis, IN Clowes Memorial Hall July 14, 2023 Minneapolis, MN State Theatre July 15, 2023 Chicago, IL The Chicago Theatre July 21, 2023 Wausau, WI The Grand Theater July 22, 2023 Milwaukee, WI The Riverside Theater July 27, 2023 Kansas City, MO The Midland Theatre July 29, 2023 St. Louis, MO The Fabulous Fox Theatre August 4, 2023 Des Moines, IA Hoyt Sherman Place August 5, 2023 Omaha, NE Orpheum Theater August 18, 2023 Knoxville, TN Tennessee Theatre August 19, 2023 Nashville, TN Ryman Auditorium August 25, 2023 Denver, CO The Paramount Theatre August 26, 2023 Salt Lake City, UT Eccles Theater September 6, 2023 Vancouver, BC Queen Elizabeth Theatre September 8, 2023 Seattle, WA The Paramount Theater September 9, 2023 Portland, OR Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall September 12, 2023 Boise, ID Morrison Center for the Performing Arts September 14, 2023 San Francisco, CA Golden Gate Theatre September 16, 2023 Los Angeles, CA The Orpheum Theatre September 17, 2023 San Diego, CA Balboa Theatre September 20, 2023 To Be Announced September 22, 2023 Albuquerque, NM Kiva Auditorium September 24, 2023 El Paso, TX The Plaza Theatre October 12, 2023 Worcester, MA The Hanover Theatre October 13, 2023 Brookville, NY Tilles Center for the Performing Arts October 20, 2023 San Antonio, TX Tobin Center for the Performing Arts October 21, 2023 Sugar Land, TX Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land October 26, 2023 Huntsville, AL Von Braun Center – Mark C. Smith Concert Hall October 27, 2023 Memphis, TN Orpheum Theatre November 3, 2023 Charlotte, NC Ovens Auditorium November 4, 2023 Durham, NC Durham Performing Arts Center December 1, 2023 Savannah, GA Johnny Mercer Theatre December 2, 2023 Atlanta, GA Fox Theatre January 12, 2024 Jacksonville, FL Florida Theatre January 13, 2024 North Charleston, SC North Charleston Performing Arts Center January 19, 2024 Fort Myers, FL Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall January 20, 2024 Clearwater, FL Ruth Eckerd Hall January 27, 2024 Melbourne, FL Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts January 28, 2024 Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Center for the Performing Arts   *Two additional dates to be announced    KANSAS CLASSICS TOUR DATES**: DATE CITY VENUE March 11, 2023 Tampa, FL Busch Gardens March 17, 2023 Shawnee, OK Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center March 23, 2023 Winterhaven, CA Quechan Casino March 24, 2023 Pala, CA Pala Casino March 25, 2023 Queen Creek, AZ The Good Life Festival April 1, 2023 Lincoln, CA Thunder Valley Casino Resort with Blue Oyster Cult April 20, 2023 Marion, IL Marion Cultural & Civic Center April 22, 2023 Forrest City, AR EACC Fine Arts Center May 19, 2023 Decatur, IL The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater May 21, 2023 Louisville, KY Iroquois Amphitheater   ** More dates to be announced   For more information on KANSAS and the Another Fork in the Road – 50th Anniversary Tour please visit:  www.kansasband.com www.facebook.com/kansasband www.twitter.com/kansasband www.instagram.com/kansasband www.youtube.com/kansas

MisplacedStraws
Ronnie Platt of Kansas

MisplacedStraws

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 24:22


This week, Jeff Gaudiosi and Ronnie Platt cover..... Topics discussed: Kansas' 50th anniversary New compliation album Touring This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The Brutally Delicious Podcast
A Casual conversation with Ronnie Platt of Kansas- Season 4 Ep #112

The Brutally Delicious Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 30:11


Ronnie Platt of Kansas chats about the band being snubbed by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, "Carry On Wayward Son" being used in "Supernatural," and their new release, "Another Fork In The Road–50 Years Of Kansas." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brutally-delicious/message

Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged!!
Ronnie Platt of Kansas talks 50th Anniversary in 2023 and new 3 CD set release from InsideOutMusic!

Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged!!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 34:42


Episode # 193 - Ronnie Platt of Kansas talks 50th Anniversary in 2023 and new 3 CD set release from InsideOutMusic! Kansas, America's legendary progressive rock band, will celebrate their 50th Anniversary in 2023. To commemorate this landmark occasion, current label InsideOutMusic are pleased to announce "Another Folk In The Road - 50 Years Of Kansas" for release on Friday, December 16, 2022. A career-spanning collection, it features carefully selected tracks from across the band's sizable discography, as well as a new version of "Can I Tell You." Originally recorded and released on their 1974 debut, the song is updated by the current line-up. It provides a full-circle perspective on the band's long and continuing history that has seen them release 16 studio albums and sell more than 30 million albums worldwide.

Arroe Collins
Classic Rock Report Kansas April 27th 2016

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2022 1:04


2016 will be a big year for Kansas as it mixes old and new. The band known for such classic songs as "Carry On, Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind" will join on the bandwagon of performing a landmark album in its entirety. For Kansas, it's Leftoverture, the 1976 LP that broke the band big across the country. Richard Williams of Kansas says touring for the 40th anniversary Leftoverture is something new for them. "It's the 40th anniversary of the album. We've never done an album in its entirety before, just like it was recorded -- from beginning to end in order, and all of that. With the new lineup, we're up to do anything. We're always reinventing ourselves in a way." There's also new to go along with the old. Kansas just finished its first album of new material since 2000. Richard Williams of Kansas says the 40th anniversary Leftoverture tour will coincide with their new album of original material. "We'll going to start doing that as the new album is released, also. So we'll be doing along with the Leftoverture tour, it's going to be a long show. We're going to be doing a lot of other stuff and we're also going to be doing a lot of the new album. So it's a celebration of the old, and a celebration of the new -- and everything in between." The Prelude Implicit, expected in September, will be the first to feature the voice -- and writing -- of current lead singer Ronnie Platt. Richard Williams of Kansas says the band's upcoming album fits in with their multi-generational appeal. "We've picked up a lot of younger fans, that's very exciting. This is Ronnie Platt's first album with us. And it's going to be great for Ronnie to have his own songs to sing -- very exiciting for him. The album came out fantastic. It's been 16 years since we've done a studio album and we have a lot to say. So, it was an amazing process and we're extremely proud of it. I think our Kansas fans are really going to love it." Before the official 40th anniversary celebration gets rolling, Kansas has a trio of New York-area shows this week. The first is Thursday night at Long Island, New York's NYCB Theater, when it shares a bill with Edgar Winter.

Arroe Collins
Classic Rock Report Kansas April 27th 2016

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2022 1:04


2016 will be a big year for Kansas as it mixes old and new. The band known for such classic songs as "Carry On, Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind" will join on the bandwagon of performing a landmark album in its entirety. For Kansas, it's Leftoverture, the 1976 LP that broke the band big across the country. Richard Williams of Kansas says touring for the 40th anniversary Leftoverture is something new for them. "It's the 40th anniversary of the album. We've never done an album in its entirety before, just like it was recorded -- from beginning to end in order, and all of that. With the new lineup, we're up to do anything. We're always reinventing ourselves in a way." There's also new to go along with the old. Kansas just finished its first album of new material since 2000. Richard Williams of Kansas says the 40th anniversary Leftoverture tour will coincide with their new album of original material. "We'll going to start doing that as the new album is released, also. So we'll be doing along with the Leftoverture tour, it's going to be a long show. We're going to be doing a lot of other stuff and we're also going to be doing a lot of the new album. So it's a celebration of the old, and a celebration of the new -- and everything in between." The Prelude Implicit, expected in September, will be the first to feature the voice -- and writing -- of current lead singer Ronnie Platt. Richard Williams of Kansas says the band's upcoming album fits in with their multi-generational appeal. "We've picked up a lot of younger fans, that's very exciting. This is Ronnie Platt's first album with us. And it's going to be great for Ronnie to have his own songs to sing -- very exiciting for him. The album came out fantastic. It's been 16 years since we've done a studio album and we have a lot to say. So, it was an amazing process and we're extremely proud of it. I think our Kansas fans are really going to love it." Before the official 40th anniversary celebration gets rolling, Kansas has a trio of New York-area shows this week. The first is Thursday night at Long Island, New York's NYCB Theater, when it shares a bill with Edgar Winter.

Hammer + Nigel Show Podcast
Ronnie Platt Talks Kansas Performing At The Indiana State Fair

Hammer + Nigel Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 12:19


Lead Singer of Kansas Ronnie Platt joins the Hammer & Nigel Show to talk about what it's like being the current lead singer of Kansas, Kansas upcoming concert at the Indiana State Fair, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony & Dwight
Sentient Tech. Hold Your Horses! Talking Trixie? Dwight's Melon Advice. Ronnie Platt Rocks!

Tony & Dwight

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 33:13


The Rick and Cutter Show
Interview: Ronnie Platt of Kansas

The Rick and Cutter Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 7:24


Kansas singer Ronnie Platt joined Cutter to get us ready for the Point of No Return Tour coming April 2nd to the Fox Cities PAC.

Beyond The Fame with Jason Fraley

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Ronnie Platt of Kansas, which rocks Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia on Dec. 19. They discussed the band's unlikely rise from out of nowhere in Topeka, Kansas to land smash hits like "Carry On Wayward Son," "Point of Know Return" and "Dust in the Wind."

99.1 PLR Audio
Mike Lapitino talks with Ronnie Platt of Kansas

99.1 PLR Audio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 18:09


99.1 PLR presents Kansas: Point of Know Return Tour is coming to New Haven's College Street Music Hall Saturday March 12, 2022. Mike Lapitino talked with lead singer Ronnie Platt 

The Classic Rock Podcast
Kansas exclusive interview with Ronnie Platt plus Styx, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin

The Classic Rock Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2021 94:48


This month main guest is Kansas vocalist Ronnie Platt he talks about the new album Live and Beyond we hear tracks from that, Styx have a new album out, we will look back 20 years when Aerosmith released "Just Push Play" we round up the months news and media. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/classic-rock-news/message

The Prog Report
Ronnie Platt (Kansas) Interview - Live and Beyond

The Prog Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 23:53


Lead singer for Kansas, Ronnie Platt, talks about the band's upcoming live album 'Point of Know Return - Live & Beyond', and the group's return to the stage after more than 14 months away. 

Whole Lotta Talk - Interviews that rock!

Sometimes life is pretty unfair - you're working on a new record for years, finally put it out and then a virus cancels your whole tour. But that won't stop Kansas for long - the party will be even hotter and louder in 2021 and for now the members got some time to discover new hobbies. We talked to lead singer Ronnie Platt about the new album "The Absence of Presence" and about future plans for Kansas. Enjoy!

Arroe Collins
Play It Forward Episode 105 With Alyssa Goss Candice Renee, Kansas And Linda Hamilton

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 6:35


Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 105: Actors Alyssa Goss and Candice Renee have helped heat up Bruh on BET+. It’s an everyday world kind of storytelling that deals with real issues. Being that Tyler Perry is involved do they see the great director and writer inviting Covid 19 to the scripts? Who releases a brand new full collection of songs during a pandemic? The Classic Rock band Kansas does. Lead vocalist Ronnie Platt reacts to what some critics are describing as a new age of Rock. Binge watching movies and television episodes is a huge modern day staple. We want new material all the time. Iconic actress Linda Hamilton stars in the new film Easy Does It. Action packed hardcore drama with an unforgettable soundtrack. We got serious for a moment during our conversation while putting the focus on future characters that could the pandemic and its impact on life. That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Arroe Collins Like It's Live
Play It Forward Episode 105 With Alyssa Goss Candice Renee, Kansas And Linda Hamilton

Arroe Collins Like It's Live

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 6:35


Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 105: Actors Alyssa Goss and Candice Renee have helped heat up Bruh on BET+. It’s an everyday world kind of storytelling that deals with real issues. Being that Tyler Perry is involved do they see the great director and writer inviting Covid 19 to the scripts?Who releases a brand new full collection of songs during a pandemic? The Classic Rock band Kansas does. Lead vocalist Ronnie Platt reacts to what some critics are describing as a new age of Rock.Binge watching movies and television episodes is a huge modern day staple. We want new material all the time. Iconic actress Linda Hamilton stars in the new film Easy Does It. Action packed hardcore drama with an unforgettable soundtrack. We got serious for a moment during our conversation while putting the focus on future characters that could the pandemic and its impact on life.That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Arroe Collins
Play It Forward Episode 105 With Alyssa Goss Candice Renee, Kansas And Linda Hamilton

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 6:35


Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 105: Actors Alyssa Goss and Candice Renee have helped heat up Bruh on BET+. It’s an everyday world kind of storytelling that deals with real issues. Being that Tyler Perry is involved do they see the great director and writer inviting Covid 19 to the scripts? Who releases a brand new full collection of songs during a pandemic? The Classic Rock band Kansas does. Lead vocalist Ronnie Platt reacts to what some critics are describing as a new age of Rock. Binge watching movies and television episodes is a huge modern day staple. We want new material all the time. Iconic actress Linda Hamilton stars in the new film Easy Does It. Action packed hardcore drama with an unforgettable soundtrack. We got serious for a moment during our conversation while putting the focus on future characters that could the pandemic and its impact on life. That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Arroe Collins
Play It Forward Episode 105 With Alyssa Goss Candice Renee, Kansas And Linda Hamilton

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 6:35


Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 105: Actors Alyssa Goss and Candice Renee have helped heat up Bruh on BET+. It’s an everyday world kind of storytelling that deals with real issues. Being that Tyler Perry is involved do they see the great director and writer inviting Covid 19 to the scripts? Who releases a brand new full collection of songs during a pandemic? The Classic Rock band Kansas does. Lead vocalist Ronnie Platt reacts to what some critics are describing as a new age of Rock. Binge watching movies and television episodes is a huge modern day staple. We want new material all the time. Iconic actress Linda Hamilton stars in the new film Easy Does It. Action packed hardcore drama with an unforgettable soundtrack. We got serious for a moment during our conversation while putting the focus on future characters that could the pandemic and its impact on life. That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Arroe Collins
Play It Forward Episode 105 With Alyssa Goss Candice Renee, Kansas And Linda Hamilton

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 6:35


Hey it’s Arroe. This is Play It Forward. A look at the unexpected changes endured by entertainers, writers, camera people and all others affected but not infected by the global invasion of the Coronavirus. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 105: Actors Alyssa Goss and Candice Renee have helped heat up Bruh on BET+. It’s an everyday world kind of storytelling that deals with real issues. Being that Tyler Perry is involved do they see the great director and writer inviting Covid 19 to the scripts? Who releases a brand new full collection of songs during a pandemic? The Classic Rock band Kansas does. Lead vocalist Ronnie Platt reacts to what some critics are describing as a new age of Rock. Binge watching movies and television episodes is a huge modern day staple. We want new material all the time. Iconic actress Linda Hamilton stars in the new film Easy Does It. Action packed hardcore drama with an unforgettable soundtrack. We got serious for a moment during our conversation while putting the focus on future characters that could the pandemic and its impact on life. That’s Play It Forward. You can listen to the full conversations with these artists on three different podcasts. Like Its Live, Unplugged and Totally Uncut and View from the Writing Instrument found on all digital platforms.

Kyle Meredith With...
Kyle Meredith With... Kansas

Kyle Meredith With...

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 12:18


Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt gives Kyle Meredith a shout to discuss The Absence of Presence. This is the second Kansas album with the former Shooting Star frontman, and Platt speaks about his new confidence going into this set, in addition to how the new music speaks to their legacy. Platt also talks about his lyrics behind the song "Circus of Illusion", which unintentionally speaks to an isolated world. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Arroe Collins
Ronnie Platt From Kansas Talking About The Absence Of Presence

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2020 10:07


With a legendary career spanning nearly five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide. Composing a catalogue that includes sixteen studio albums and five live albums, KANSAS has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-Platinum albums (Leftoverture, Point of Know Return, Best of KANSAS), one platinum live album (Two for the Show), one quadruple-Platinum single ‘Carry On Wayward Son,’ and another triple-Platinum single ‘Dust in the Wind.’ KANSAS appeared on the Billboard charts for over 200 weeks throughout the ‘70's and ‘80's and played to sold-out arenas and stadiums throughout North America, Europe and Japan. ‘Carry On Wayward Son’ continues to be one of the top five most played songs on classic rock radio, and ‘Dust In the Wind’ has been played on the radio more than three million times! The summer of 2020 marks the release of “The Absence of Presence,” KANSAS’s sixteenth studio album. The wide-ranging progressive rock album, released by InsideOut Music, follows-up 2016’s “The Prelude Implicit,” which debuted at #14 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart. Throughout 2016-2017, the band celebrated the anniversary of breakout album “Leftoverture” with the highly successful KANSAS: Leftoverture 40th Anniversary Tour. That tour was released in 2017 as a live album, “Leftoverture Live & Beyond.” Since 2018, KANSAS has followed that tour with the even more successful KANSAS: Point of Know Return Anniversary Tour. The band is currently comprised of original drummer Phil Ehart, bassist/vocalist Billy Greer, vocalist/keyboardist Ronnie Platt, violinist/guitarist David Ragsdale, keyboardist/vocalist Tom Brislin, guitarist Zak Rizvi, and original guitarist Richard Williams. With no signs of slowing down, KANSAS continues to perform in front of large and enthusiastic audiences around the world. Along with constant touring, KANSAS continues to remain a fixture of Classic Rock radio. The band has reached a whole new audience through their unmistakable presence on the popular video games Rock Band, Guitar Hero, and Grand Theft Auto; the band’s documentary film “KANSAS: Miracles Out of Nowhere” airing on AXSTV; and through their songs’ inclusion in various television shows such as ‘Supernatural,’ ‘South Park,’ ‘The Office,’ and ‘The Simpsons;’ and with films including ‘Old School,’ ‘Anchorman,’ and ‘Happy Gilmore.’

Arroe Collins
Ronnie Platt From Kansas Talking About The Absence Of Presence

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 10:07


With a legendary career spanning nearly five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide. Composing a catalogue that includes sixteen studio albums and five live albums, KANSAS has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-Platinum albums (Leftoverture, Point of Know Return, Best of KANSAS), one platinum live album (Two for the Show), one quadruple-Platinum single ‘Carry On Wayward Son,’ and another triple-Platinum single ‘Dust in the Wind.’ KANSAS appeared on the Billboard charts for over 200 weeks throughout the ‘70's and ‘80's and played to sold-out arenas and stadiums throughout North America, Europe and Japan. ‘Carry On Wayward Son’ continues to be one of the top five most played songs on classic rock radio, and ‘Dust In the Wind’ has been played on the radio more than three million times! The summer of 2020 marks the release of “The Absence of Presence,” KANSAS’s sixteenth studio album. The wide-ranging progressive rock album, released by InsideOut Music, follows-up 2016’s “The Prelude Implicit,” which debuted at #14 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart. Throughout 2016-2017, the band celebrated the anniversary of breakout album “Leftoverture” with the highly successful KANSAS: Leftoverture 40th Anniversary Tour. That tour was released in 2017 as a live album, “Leftoverture Live & Beyond.” Since 2018, KANSAS has followed that tour with the even more successful KANSAS: Point of Know Return Anniversary Tour. The band is currently comprised of original drummer Phil Ehart, bassist/vocalist Billy Greer, vocalist/keyboardist Ronnie Platt, violinist/guitarist David Ragsdale, keyboardist/vocalist Tom Brislin, guitarist Zak Rizvi, and original guitarist Richard Williams. With no signs of slowing down, KANSAS continues to perform in front of large and enthusiastic audiences around the world. Along with constant touring, KANSAS continues to remain a fixture of Classic Rock radio. The band has reached a whole new audience through their unmistakable presence on the popular video games Rock Band, Guitar Hero, and Grand Theft Auto; the band’s documentary film “KANSAS: Miracles Out of Nowhere” airing on AXSTV; and through their songs’ inclusion in various television shows such as ‘Supernatural,’ ‘South Park,’ ‘The Office,’ and ‘The Simpsons;’ and with films including ‘Old School,’ ‘Anchorman,’ and ‘Happy Gilmore.’

Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz
Episode #053: Kansas, Sons Of Silver, and Radnor & Lee

Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 67:23


On this edition of the "Paltrocast," Darren spoke with Kansas drummer Phil Ehart and vocalist Ronnie Platt, Sons Of Silver vocalist/guitarist Peter Argyropoulos, drummer Dave Krusen and keyboardist Brina Kabler, and Radnor & Lee's Josh Radnor and Ben Lee Topics of discussion included work ethic, life during COVID-19, home recording, new film and television discoveries, and Tim Heidecker.All interviews recorded in July 2020. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. Audio mix by Mark Piro.

Mancow Daily
Lots of reasons to listen to the Mancow today!

Mancow Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 133:52


J-Cat is back and tells Mancow the latest with CPD. PLUS, Todd Nichols of Nichols Farms tells Mancow why he was kicked out of the Wicker Park Farmer's Market after 22 years, Chip Z'Nuff has a new album, and Ronnie Platt from Kansas checks in!

The Five Count
An Evening With Kansas’ Ronnie Platt…

The Five Count

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2020 119:40


Check Playlist This episode of The Five Count featured an exclusive interview with Ronnie Platt. Ronnie is best known as the singer for the band Kansas. Known for hits like Dust in the Wind, Point of Know Return and Carry On Wayward Son, Kansas has been making music since the early ‘70s. During the show he discussed how he joined Kansas, how the fans accepted him as the new singer, and the new Kansas album The Absence of Presence. Get your copy now! During the rest of the show we discussed Dustin's new mid-life crisis sandals, explained why men of a certain weight are required by law to wear Hawaiian shirts, and argued about board games. Mouse Trap isn't as fun as you remember! https://youtu.be/_LZf8F2JBmk

Radio Forrest
82. Ronnie Platt (Kansas)

Radio Forrest

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 7:33


Lead singer Ronnie Platt on driving truck for a living before joining Kansas, running into the band throughout the years and liking the kind of music he does through the 80's and 90's. "The Abscence of Presence" from Kansas is out now. www.kansasband.com

Radio Forrest
82. Ronnie Platt (Kansas)

Radio Forrest

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 7:33


Lead singer Ronnie Platt on driving truck for a living before joining Kansas, running into the band throughout the years and liking the kind of music he does through the 80's and 90's. "The Abscence of Presence" from Kansas is out now. www.kansasband.com

Mancow Daily
Mancow's back, back again!

Mancow Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 134:27


Mancow is back and has so many things to talk about!! FOP President John Catanzara tells Mancow about his letter to the President, Diamond and Silk convince Mancow not to vote for Kanye, Liz Crokin cracks open the Wayfair case, Alderman Ray Lopez is waging a war against Mayor Lighfoot, and Ronnie Platt shares his new song with Mancow.

Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged!!
Kansas Ronnie Platt promotes New Album "The Absence of Presence" and much more!!

Pat's Soundbytes Unplugged!!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 49:15


Yak Channel Podcast Network
Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt talks band history and 'The Absence of Presence' (Episode 410)

Yak Channel Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 36:02


Podcast of Know Return: Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt jumps on Car Con Carne on the eve of Kansas’s 16th album, “The Absence of Presence.” We talk about: Joining the band six years ago His first studio album with the band, "The Prelude Implicit," and the pressure built into it The new album, "The Absence of Presence" Considering the band's long legacy When did Ronnie first hear Kansas? Ronnie's audition with Foreigner in the early 00s Ronnie's time with Shooting Star What does Ronnie like about Chicago? That time Ronnie sang the National Anthem at Wrigley Field...   Car Con Carne is sponsored by C&H Financial Services.

Car Con Carne
Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt talks band history and 'The Absence of Presence' (Episode 410)

Car Con Carne

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 36:00


Podcast of Know Return: Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt jumps on Car Con Carne on the eve of Kansas’s 16th album, “The Absence of Presence.” We talk about: Joining the band six years ago His first studio album with the band, "The Prelude Implicit," and the pressure built into it The new album, "The Absence of Presence" Considering the band's long legacy When did Ronnie first hear Kansas? Ronnie's audition with Foreigner in the early 00s Ronnie's time with Shooting Star What does Ronnie like about Chicago? That time Ronnie sang the National Anthem at Wrigley Field...   Car Con Carne is sponsored by C&H Financial Services.

The Slacker Morning Show
Kansas Interview

The Slacker Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 7:40


RONNIE PLATT  Ronnie Platt is a Chicagoland native and veteran of the Chicago music scene. Prior to joining KANSAS, Ronnie fronted very popular Chicago-based bands such as Chaser, Drama, and ARRA at night while driving a semi during the day. From 2007-2011 Ronnie was lead singer for the band Shooting Star. In 2014, Ronnie joined KANSAS as lead singer & keyboardist. Since joining KANSAS, Ronnie has performed in more than 400 concerts. Platt performs, and has writing credits, on KANSAS studio albums “The Prelude Implicit” (#14 Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart) & “The Absence of Presence” (Out July 17, 2020), and live album “Leftoverture Live & Beyond.” Platt is a car enthusiast, a fan of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Blackhawks, and enjoys historical documentaries.  KANSAS   With a legendary career spanning nearly  five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America's iconic classic rock bands. This "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide. Composing a catalogue that includes sixteen studio albums and five live albums, KANSAS has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-Platinum albums (Leftoverture, Point of Know Return, Best of KANSAS), one platinum live album (Two for the Show), one quadruple-Platinum single ‘Carry On Wayward Son,' and another triple-Platinum single ‘Dust in the Wind.' KANSAS appeared on the Billboard charts for over 200 weeks throughout the ‘70's and ‘80's and played to sold-out arenas and stadiums throughout North America, Europe and Japan. ‘Carry On Wayward Son' continues to be one of the top five most played songs on classic rock radio, and ‘Dust In the Wind' has been played on the radio more than three million times! The summer of 2020 marks the release of “The Absence of Presence,” KANSAS's sixteenth studio album.  The wide-ranging progressive rock album, released by InsideOut Music, follows-up 2016's “The Prelude Implicit,” which debuted at #14 on Billboard's Top 200 Albums chart.   Throughout 2016-2017, the band celebrated the anniversary of breakout album “Leftoverture” with the highly successful KANSAS: Leftoverture 40th Anniversary Tour. That tour was released in 2017 as a live album, “Leftoverture Live & Beyond.” Since 2018, KANSAS has followed that tour with the even more successful KANSAS: Point of Know Return Anniversary Tour. The band is currently comprised of original drummer Phil Ehart, bassist/vocalist Billy Greer, vocalist/keyboardist Ronnie Platt, violinist/guitarist David Ragsdale, keyboardist/vocalist Tom Brislin, guitarist Zak Rizvi, and original guitarist Richard Williams. With no signs of slowing down, KANSAS continues to perform in front of large and enthusiastic audiences around the world. Along with constant touring, KANSAS continues to remain a fixture of Classic Rock radio. The band has reached a whole new audience through their unmistakable presence on the popular video games Rock Band, Guitar Hero, and Grand Theft Auto; the band's documentary film “KANSAS: Miracles Out of Nowhere” airing on AXSTV; and through their songs' inclusion in various television shows such as ‘Supernatural,' ‘South Park,' ‘The Office,' and ‘The Simpsons;' and with films including ‘Old School,'  ‘Anchorman,' and ‘Happy Gilmore.

Arroe Collins Like It's Live
Ronnie Platt From Kansas Talking Music

Arroe Collins Like It's Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 9:16


Ronnie Platt is a Chicagoland native and veteran of the Chicago music scene. Prior to joining KANSAS, Ronnie fronted very popular Chicago-based bands such as Chaser, Drama, and ARRA at night while driving a semi during the day. From 2007-2011 Ronnie was lead singer for the band Shooting Star. In 2014, Ronnie joined KANSAS as lead singer & keyboardist. Since joining KANSAS, Ronnie has performed in more than 400 concerts. Platt performs, and has writing credits, on KANSAS studio albums “The Prelude Implicit” (#14 Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart) & “The Absence of Presence” (Out July 17, 2020), and live album “Leftoverture Live & Beyond.” Platt is a car enthusiast, a fan of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Blackhawks, and enjoys historical documentaries.

Arroe Collins
Ronnie Platt From Kansas Talking Music

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 9:16


Ronnie Platt is a Chicagoland native and veteran of the Chicago music scene. Prior to joining KANSAS, Ronnie fronted very popular Chicago-based bands such as Chaser, Drama, and ARRA at night while driving a semi during the day. From 2007-2011 Ronnie was lead singer for the band Shooting Star. In 2014, Ronnie joined KANSAS as lead singer & keyboardist. Since joining KANSAS, Ronnie has performed in more than 400 concerts. Platt performs, and has writing credits, on KANSAS studio albums “The Prelude Implicit” (#14 Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart) & “The Absence of Presence” (Out July 17, 2020), and live album “Leftoverture Live & Beyond.” Platt is a car enthusiast, a fan of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Blackhawks, and enjoys historical documentaries.

Got Time For a Quick Story?
...About Kansas

Got Time For a Quick Story?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 31:39


Ronnie Platt, lead vocalist in Kansas, talks about the band's 2020 album "The Absence Of Presence," what the members bring to the band, the musical style of Kansas, and more.

The Tim DeMoss Show Podcast
Kansas's Ronnie Platt

The Tim DeMoss Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 45:36


On today's show, Tim discusses the latest scandal that has shaken the MLB, with updates on the Houston Astros. The incident makes Tim question the lengths one would go to in order to win and shares some Bible verses to curb that urge. Then Tim welcomes Kansas's lead singer, Ronnie Platt to the show to discuss Kansas's upcoming tour and album, as well as Ronnie's journey throughout the music industry and how he landed the lead singing role in the legendary rock group, Kansas. Later in the show, Tim shares a personal story that happened earlier this week at his local bank, and explains what he learned in a moment of tension. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artist Interviews & Performances
Ronnie Platt of Kansas with Dave O'Brien on 99.5 The Mountain

Artist Interviews & Performances

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 7:53


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Mark Manuel's Bonus Block
Ronnie Platt of KANSAS, Thoughts On "The Beer Money Kid," Joke Of The Day, And More!

Mark Manuel's Bonus Block

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2019 13:32


Music Vibes with DC Hendrix
Exclusive: Interview with Kansas Lead Singer Ronnie Platt

Music Vibes with DC Hendrix

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2019 10:26


DC is joined by Kansas lead singer Ronnie Platt for an exclusive quick interview to promote their upcoming show in Fort Wayne at the Foellinger Theatre on May 11th. You can purchase tickets here: http://www.theatrefortwayne.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyaHi3av94QIVA9vACh1bLQeeEAAYASAAEgJgmfD_BwE Music Vibes Podcast is sponsored by Neat Neat Neat Records and Music located at 1836 South Calhoun Street in downtown Fort Wayne. Neat Neat Neat stocks LPs and CDs across all genres and is an authorized dealer for Ortofon, Audio Technica, Emotiva, Wharfdale, Project and more. Please visit Neatneatneatrecords.com for more information.

Quinn & Cantara Podcast
RONNIE PLATT fell into the Lead Singer Roll for Kansas, Dream Come True for him...

Quinn & Cantara Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 7:52


The Drive's Classic Rockstar Interviews - with Seaver

Classic Rockstar Interviews - WDRV-FM Chicago

KXnO The Morning Rush
An Interview With Ronnie Platt Of Kansas

KXnO The Morning Rush

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2018 9:02


Kansas will play Hoyt Sherman Place on March 8, 2019. Tickets on sale this Friday 10 a.m. at www.hoytsherman.org

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The Unwritable Rant
Ep 149 - Reversing a blow-off, job stalking, and knocking out a girl squad

The Unwritable Rant

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2018 35:52


The three-year anniversary episode! Juliette takes inexcusable actions, considers a buffet of boyfriends, gets blown off, hunts down a job, thinks like a predator, causes a scene, dodges a delivery truck, gets squad envy, introduces Texas to Crazytown, plans a nightmare, ruins dinner, decides to get drunk, allows a right hook and makes an Oregon Trail comparison... All while drinking Redemption wheated bourbon. Special thanks to comedian Reverend Bob Levy and Ronnie Platt, lead singer for the classic rock band Kansas.

Land Line Now
LLN (7/4/18) – Trucker lives out dream as a rock star

Land Line Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2018 49:50


One trucker is living out his dream as the new lead singer of the rock band Kansas. Also on today’s program: A bill now in Congress would exempt very small motor carriers from the ELD mandate. 0:00 – 10:10 – Newscast 10:10 – 24:52 – Ronnie Platt of Kansas 24:52 – 39:44– Ronnie Platt of Kansas (continued) 39:44 – 49:55 – ELD exemption bill in Congress

Land Line Now
LLN (6/11/18) – Trucker living the dream as Kansas singer

Land Line Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2018 49:43


Veteran trucker Ronnie Platt has a new job – fronting the classic rock band Kansas. We’ll have that, plus a U.S. Senate committee taking a deeper look into the issue of autonomous vehicles. 0:00 – 9:56 – Newscast 9:56 – 32:37 – Ronnie Platt, trucker and singer for Kansas 32:37– 39:36 – OOIDA Call to Action/Listener Comment Line 39:36 – 49:49 – How autonomous vehicles might beat up roads

Mark Manuel's Bonus Block
BONUS BLOCK: Ronnie Platt of Kansas 3-16-18

Mark Manuel's Bonus Block

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2018 8:35


Kansas had to reschedule their Leftoverture 40th Anniversary Show at the Adler Theatre, so Mark caught up with lead singer Ronnie Platt to see how the tour is going...

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THE PODS & SODS NETWORK
EM70 - Ronnie Platt of Kansas

THE PODS & SODS NETWORK

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2018 139:22


Ronnie Platt of Kansas joins Eric in conversation to discuss his early days discovering his voice, working his way up through the Chicago music scene for decades struggling through a string of bands including Shooting Star and ARRA, his near misses with both Survivor and Foreigner, how that prepared him for when he ultimately got the meeting with the guys in Kansas after Steve Walsh had announced his retirement, what it's been like for him to take the stage and record and write with one of his most inspirational bands, the new rebirth that Kansas is currently experiencing with Prelude Implicit and their new live album Leftoverture Live & Beyond, Kerry Livgren's reaction to seeing him sing Hold On, his favorite deep cuts from the Kansas catalog, what's next in terms of an anniversary tour for Point of Know Return, a new studio album in the works and much more!

On the Record
Ronnie Platt of Kansas

On the Record

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2017 15:24


The lead singer of the legendary band Ronnie Platt joined the “On the Record: Music” to talk about the history of the band and their upcoming show at the Palace Theatre in Waterbury on Dec. 15.

The Drive's Classic Rockstar Interviews - with Seaver

Classic Rockstar Interviews

The Tara Granahan Show
Kansas Lead Singer Ronnie Platt

The Tara Granahan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2017 13:03


Lead singer of Kansas Ronnie Platt joins Tara to discuss their upcoming show at the Stadium Theatre on July 27th.

Mark Manuel's Bonus Block
BONUS BLOCK - Ronnie Platt of Kansas

Mark Manuel's Bonus Block

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2017 15:44


Ronnie Platt took over vocals after Steve Walsh retired from the band. Now, they're on their "Leftoverture 40th Anniversary Tour!" How did Styx almost keep him from taking the lead vocals job? What's it like filling THOSE shoes? So many questions...and they're all answered here...

The Slacker Morning Show
Rich Williams & Ronnie Platt of Kansas Interview

The Slacker Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2016 6:04


With a legendary career spanning more than four decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America's iconic of classic rock bands. This “garage band” from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide. Composing a catalogue that includes fifteen studio albums and five live albums, KANSAS has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-Platinum albums (Leftoverture, Point of Know Return, Best of KANSAS), one platinum live album (Two for the Show), and two one million-selling gold singles, Carry On Wayward Son and Dust in the Wind. KANSAS appeared on the Billboard charts for over 200 weeks throughout the ‘70s and ‘80s and played to sold-out arenas and stadiums throughout North America, Europe and Japan. Carry On Wayward Son continues to be one of the top five most played songs on classic rock radio, and Dust In the Wind has been played on the radio more than three million times! Slacker chats with Richard Williams and new Front Man, Ronnie Platt! @KansasBand #slackermorningshow101thefox

THE PODS & SODS NETWORK
EM06 - David Ragsdale of Kansas

THE PODS & SODS NETWORK

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2015 77:38


Violinist David Ragsdale of Kansas joins Eric in conversation. We talk about how he connected with Kansas, how he initially picked up the violin, the departure of Steve Walsh and the addition of Ronnie Platt, what it's like working with the various members of Kansas and we go track by track on the 1995 Kansas album, Freaks of Nature in celebrating it's 20th anniversary.  Also, we get some insight on the new Kansas album in the works!

Cara's Basement
Shooting Star's Van McLain and Ronnie Platt

Cara's Basement

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2008 33:35


Original Shooting Star member Van McLain and new lead singer Ronnie Platt are in Cara's Basement.  Van shares a lot of fun stories from the band's long history.  "Last Chance" is one of Cara's favorite songs and he explains the meaning behind it.  There's also a bit of similarity between Shooting Star and Spinal Tap...you'll hear why in this episode.The best is saved for last...please don't leave early because at the very end of the podcast you will hear the exclusive world premier of "George's Song" with Ronnie Platt on vocals!