I've learned a long time ago to never say never about the band Kansas.

When we were starting out, there was no "label" as progressive rock - it didn't exist ... so we were just a rock band.

Kansas has always considered itself a "rock band" - some people might say "symphonic rock band," others might say a "classical rock band," but we've kind've prided ourselves on being a rock band. Kansas rocks.

It's always a challenge to hit the stage running, with Kansas' music, because it's demanding from the very first note, so we try to be up to the task and keep our pre-show routine pretty much focused on the music.

I don't enjoy "Dust in the Wind"as much. But I do enjoy "Song for America," "Carry on, Wayward Son," and many songs- Kansas is really a drummer's dream to play in. And I like 'em all.

I would go see local bands play, and noticed how many girls were there to see the band, and that's what inspired me.

There's so much interaction between the crowd and the music that it's an incredible moment to be a part of.