Proto-Kaw

Proto-Kaw was an American progressive rock band formed by ex-Kansas guitarist Kerry Livgren who decided to reform the band Kansas itself but under another name. Originally Kansas was formed in early 70s and came through three incarnations with only one original member, composer and guitarist Kerry Livgren. You can download Early Recordings from Kansas 1971-1973 by Proto-Kaw in mp3 from our site. This album was released in 2002 and made the band to reform seriously. They released two more albums Before Became After (2004) and The Wait of Glory (2006). The band consisted of John Bolton, Kerry Livgren, Lynn Meredith, Dan Wright, Craig Kew, Mike Patrum, Jake Livgren but the next band’s release won’t be issued under the name of Proto-Kaw but rather as Kerry Livgren’s solo project. The date of the new material release is unknown.