Today’s Forgotten 45 @ 5!

In memory of violinist and sometimes frontman of Kansas, Robbie Steinhardt.

Kansas – Play The Game TonightOne of Kassas’s biggest hits came in 1982 from the ‘Vinyl Confessions’ album.

“Play The Game Tonight” was the band’s tenth Hot 100 charting song, sixth Top 40 and third Top 20 hit.

Written and produced by John Elefante, he begins with the mysterious piano and then vocals that begin the song. Soon, he’s backed by Robby Steinhardt, Dave Hope, Kerry Livgren, and Queen drummer, Roger Taylor. The violin solo is the late, Steinhardt.

This song was added to all of the hit compilations and is still performed live at shows.

“Play The Game Tonight” peaked at #17 on the Hot 100!