Hear the good news: The Absence of Presence album of Kansas is coming!

The wait is over!

After months of anticipation, Kansas is finally releasing their new album, The Absence of Presence, this summer. The album is the band's first since 2016's The Prelude Implicit, and it features 11 new songs written by the band's core members, Kerry Livgren, Rich Williams, and Phil Ehart.

The album was recorded at the band's own studio in Kansas City, Missouri, and it was produced by Jeff Glixman, who has worked with the band on several of their previous albums.

What to expect from the album?

The Absence of Presence is a return to form for Kansas, with the band delivering a set of classic rock songs that are both catchy and thought-provoking.

The album opens with the track "The Absence of Presence," a nearly 7-minute epic jam that sets quite the tone for the rest of the album. The song is a slow-burning ballad that builds to a powerful crescendo, and it features some of the band's most impressive musicianship in years.

Other highlights of the album include the catchy rocker "Rhythm in the Spirit," the beautiful ballad "Memories Down the Line," and the hard-hitting "The One You Love." Singer Ronnie Platt really shines on this album, showing off his impressive vocal range and delivering some of his most passionate performances to date.

The bottom line

The Absence of Presence is a must-listen for fans of Kansas and classic rock in general. The album is a return to form for the band, and it features some of their best work in years. We can't wait to hear what fans think of it!