Kansas (1975) All The World

 From their third album, the American Prog act Kansas were in search of a hit single to placate their patron and label head, Don Kirshner. That is probably why this and it's predecessor Song for America, showcase shorter songs with more overtly heavy rock and pop moments then their debut or their longer suites.All The World is probably the best with it's 'We Are The World' message conveyed with a great joyous vocals by Steve Walsh before giving way to a much heavies guitar rock section. The song is Kansas at their most accessible with minimal Violin accompaniment from Robby Steinhardt who also shares lead vocals duties on this song; should have been thier breakthrough but possibly it's too long at 7 minutes, however Carry on My Wayward Son was now just around the corner and Kirshner would have the hit single he desired.