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Ronnie Platt | |
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.jpg) Platt in 2017 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | February 24, 1962 |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Years active | 2007–present |
Ronnie Platt (born February 24, 1962) is an American singer who is best known as the current lead singer for the rock band Kansas after Steve Walsh's retirement in 2014.[1] He is also the former lead singer of the band Shooting Star.
Platt started his career as a truck driver before joining Shooting Star in 2007.[2][3] He also played with various cover bands in Chicago.[3][4] After Walsh retired from Kansas in 2014, Platt messaged lead guitarist Rich Williams on Facebook and asked to be considered for the position.[3] Platt ultimately took over lead vocals and keyboard. In 2016, he appeared on his first Kansas album, The Prelude Implicit.[2][5][6]
- ^ Hoffman, Christopher (2023-01-24). "Kansas celebrates 50 years with epic U.S. anniversary tour". KABB. Retrieved 2024-01-19.
- ^ a b Kielty, Martin (2017-02-15). "Why Ronnie Platt Thought Twice About Joining Kansas". Ultimate Classic Rock. Retrieved 2024-01-19.
- ^ a b c Chandler, Chip (2017-09-13). "Former trucker fulfills dream as Kansas lead singer; band brings 40th anniversary tour to Amarillo on Sept. 22". Panhandle PBS. Retrieved 2024-01-19.
- ^ Glantz, Gordon (2018-03-02). "More than four decades strong, Kansas is still melting hearts across the homeland". PhillyVoice. Retrieved 2024-01-19.
- ^ Bobbitt, Melissa (2016-06-21). "Kansas Announce First New Album in 16 Years, 'The Prelude Implicit'". Ultimate Classic Rock. Retrieved 2024-01-19.
- ^ Wright, Jebb. "CRR Interview - Ronnie Platt – A Miracle Out of Nowhere!". Classic Rock Revisited. Retrieved 2024-01-19.