Monolith was the seventh album for prog rockers Kansas. The album, released in 1979, didn't have the success of the band's previous two albums, nor did it produce a hit to rival the popularity of "Carry On Wayward Son" or "Dust In the Wind", but in my opinion the album is among their best. It stands up well right alongside Leftoverture and Point Of Know Return. I also always liked the concept artwork for the album, finding the picture on the inside of the gatefold cover to be particularly effective. (inside cover)

"On the Other Side" opens the album with a grand, majestic feel. The superb sound, feel and melodicism in Kerry Livgren's playing here start the song, and the album, in impressive style.

KANSAS - "On the Other Side"      (K. Livgren)

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