Fredagen den 7:e augusti släpper den legendariske sångaren John Elefante (Kansas, Mastedon) albumet ”Stories: The John Elefante Collection” via bolaget Girder Music. Så här går att läsa i ett pressmeddelande:

NASHVILLE, TN – Girder Music is proud to announce the release of Stories: The John Elefante Collection, a comprehensive journey through the illustrious career of one of rock’s most distinct voices. Known globally for his time as the frontman of the legendary band Kansas and the mastermind behind the melodic rock powerhouse Mastedon, John Elefante’s impact on the music industry spans over four decades.

Stories is more than just a ”best-of” compilation; it is a curated narrative of Elefante’s evolution as a vocalist, songwriter, and world-class producer. The collection highlights his ability to blend high-octane rock with profound lyrical depth, featuring tracks that have defined the AOR (Album Oriented Rock) and Christian Rock genres.

The Collection Highlights:

• A Multi-Decade Legacy: From his soaring vocals on Kansas hits like ”Play the Game Tonight” to the progressive mastery found in his solo work and Mastedon projects.
• The Signature ”Elefante Sound”: Featuring the meticulous production and ”ear candy” arrangements that John and his brother Dino Elefante became famous for at Pakaderm. 
• New Re-recorded version of Chasing Shadows”  A complete new recorded rockin’ version of the Kansas hit song Chasing Shadows from Kansas Vinyl Confessions with an new epic intro.  
• Modern Masterpieces: Essential tracks from his most recent solo efforts, including the critically acclaimed On My Way to the Sun and The Amazing Grace.

”John Elefante is a true architect of melodic rock,” says Greg Hays of Girder Music. ”With Stories, we wanted to give fans a complete look at the man behind the music. Whether you know him from the arenas he played with Kansas or the spiritual depth of his solo records, this collection captures the heart of his storytelling.”

About John Elefante: John Elefante is a multi-Grammy and Dove Award-winning artist. After replacing Steve Walsh in Kansas in 1981, he went on to become one of the most successful producers in the industry, helming over 100 major-label albums. His voice remains one of the most recognizable and revered in rock music today.

Stories: The John Elefante Collection is available for pre-order through Girder Music. For more information, tracklistings, and to pre-order, visit www.girdermusic.com.

01. Chasing Shadows (unreleased re-recorded version)
02. Hold Me In Your Arms
03. On My Way To The Sun
04. If You Just Believe
05. Taken Down Below
06. Corridors
07. Fight Fire With Fire
08. Stronger Now
09. Pass The Flame
10. That’s Why God Made The Moon
11. Play The Game Tonight
12. Young And Innocent (from the St. Elmo’s Fire soundtrack)
13. This Is What Love Is
14. Not Just Any Other Day
15. This Time
16. Hello, My Good Friend
17. Revolution of Mind
18. Dust in the Wind (re-recorded version)
19. This Is How the Story Goes