Released in 1983, "Drastic Measures" found Kansas embracing a more AOR-oriented sound, diverging from their earlier progressive rock roots.
- The album marked the band's only release with guitarist and vocalist Steve Walsh not involved.
- "Softer each day" was the album's lead single, reaching #99 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- The album was produced by Kansas and kit-player Phil Ehart and engineer Brad Davis.
Kansas is a rock band from Topeka, Kansas, that formed in 1970. They are best known for their blend of progressive rock and hard rock. "Drastic Measures" was released in 1983, a period of stylistic exploration for the band after their mainstream success in the late 1970s.
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