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American progressive rock band known for complex arrangements, symphonic influences, and enduring hits like "Carry On Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind". Formed in Topeka, Kansas, in 1970 by musicians Phil Ehart, Kerry Livgren, Robby Steinhardt, Steve Walsh, Rich Williams, and Dave Hope. Achieved major commercial success in the late 1970s with albums like "Leftoverture" and "Point of Know Return". Known for blending American musical styles with complex, symphonic rock structures. Endured numerous lineup changes but continues to tour and record.

• Founding member and violinist/vocalist Robby Steinhardt died in 2021 due to complications from acute pancreatitis.
• Original vocalist and keyboardist Steve Walsh left the band in 2014 after struggling with vocal issues; he passed away in 2024.
• The band faced significant commercial pressure in the early 1980s as musical trends shifted away from progressive rock, leading to internal tensions and lineup changes.
• Guitarist and primary songwriter Kerry Livgren underwent a profound conversion to Christianity in 1980, which heavily influenced the band's lyrics on subsequent albums like "Audio-Visions" and "Vinyl Confessions", causing friction with some members.
• The unexpected, acoustic-based hit "Dust in the Wind" (1977), written by Livgren, became their highest-charting single and a cultural touchstone, surprising both the band and their label.