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Kerry Livgren Stars in Motion Picture

progfetish — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 07:04:23 +0000

Kerry Livgren was in Texas recently filming the motion picture, “The Imposter”. According to Kerry’s official website, it stars Kevin Max as a fallen Pop Star, and Kerry as “Proff”, who tries to turn his life around. Says Kerry:

When I was asked to play a prominent role in the movie, my initial reaction was a quick no. Aside from the fact that I have no previous acting experience, I was very busy. But I read the script, then read it again, and finally decided it was worth the adventure.

Learn more about the film here.

Happy Birthday Phil Ehart

progfetish — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 19:21:33 +0000

The Kansas drummer turns 58 today.

Livgren’s “Decade Vol. 2″ Now Available

progfetish — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 13:48:48 +0000

Over at Numavox.com, Kerry Livgren is now offering a special custom CD “Decade Vol. II” that contains all of the songs from the Time Line album, but not the bonus tracks in the original Decade release. Two of the tracks have been re-mixed and enhanced, and all have been re-mastered. Order yours today from Kerry’s read more »

Kansas’ Rich Williams Interview

progfetish — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 12:18:34 +0000

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So many YouTube videos…so little time. Here we find ClassicRockRevisited’s interview with Kansas guitarist Rich Williams at this year’s Moondance Jam. There are dozens of additional CRR interviews by way of YouTube and their own website.

Benefit Concert for Kansas Drumtech

progfetish — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:45:06 +0000

On November 18th in Oak Forest, IL, there will be a benefit concert for Eric Holmquist, the drumtech for Kansas, and his family who are facing “daunting medical bills”. Scheduled to perform are members of Kansas, Arra and Heartsfield. Admission is $25. Donations can be made to:

Judy Holmquist Fund
PO Box 237
St. John, IN 46373

Visit the official Kansas website for full details

Genesis, Kansas Among 20 Worst Album Titles :-(

progfetish — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 13:44:58 +0000

Cracked.com has compiled a a list of what they believe to be the 20 worst album titles of all time. Prog was represented twice:

4. “From Genesis to Revelation,” Genesis
14. “Point of Know Return,” Kansas

Happy Birthday Kerry!

progfetish — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 02:08:35 +0000

Prog legend Kerry Livgren turns 58 today. Carry on…

Proto-Kaw Drummer Receives Ddrum Endorsement

progfetish — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:36:10 +0000

Mike Patrum, drummer for Proto-Kaw, has signed an endorsement agreement with Ddrum. From the official Proto-Kaw website:

Mike is looking forward to his association with Ddrum, and wishes to thank their Division Manager, Kevin Packard for bringing Mike on board.

For additional details about Ddrum, visit: www.ddrum.com