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Kerry Livgren is an American musician, songwriter, and record producer best known as the founder, primary songwriter, and lead guitarist of the progressive rock band Kansas. He has also released several solo albums. Livgren was born in Topeka, Kansas, and grew up in the nearby town of Meriden. He began playing guitar at the age of 12, and by the time he was in high school, he was playing in local bands. He attended Washburn University in Topeka, where he studied music theory and composition. In 1973, Livgren formed the band Kansas with drummer Phil Ehart, vocalist Steve Walsh, bassist Dave Hope, and violinist Robby Steinhardt. The band released their self-titled debut album in 1974, and went on to become one of the most successful progressive rock bands of the 1970s and 1980s. Livgren wrote the majority of the band's material, including their biggest hits "Carry On Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind". In addition to his work with Kansas, Livgren has released several solo albums, including Seeds of Change (1980), One of Several Possible Musiks (1982), and Prime Mover (1988). He has also composed music for film and television, including the score for the 1985 film Mask. Livgren is a born-again Christian, and his faith has been a major influence on his music. He has said that he believes music can be a powerful tool for evangelism, and that he hopes his music will help people to find faith in God.

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Occupation soundtrack,music_department,composer
Age 73 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born 18 September, 1949
Birthday 18 September
Birthplace Kansas, USA
Nationality United States

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Kerry Livgren Height, Weight & Measurements

At 73 years old, Kerry Livgren height is 6' (1.83 m) .

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Height 6' (1.83 m)
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Who Is Kerry Livgren's Wife?

His wife is Victoria Carpenter (27 December 1975 - present) ( 2 children)

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Wife Victoria Carpenter (27 December 1975 - present) ( 2 children)
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Kerry Livgren Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Kerry Livgren worth at the age of 73 years old? Kerry Livgren’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from United States. We have estimated Kerry Livgren's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Soundtrack

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Timeline

2002

Performed on the 2002 Explorer's Club album "Raising the Mammoth."

1990

Disillusioned by record companies, he started his own, Numavox Records, in the mid-1990s. Through Numavox, he has released albums from himself and other Christian artists.

1983

Guitarist, keyboardist, and principal composer for Kansas from its inception to 1983. He has since made several guest returns to the band, including composing their entire 2000 album, "Somewhere to Elsewhere," performing lead vocal on "Geodesic Dome." He also composed and performed with the Christian rock band AD.

1970

Reformed his early 1970s group called Kansas (not the band of the same name with which he went on to achieve great commercial success) about 30 years after it disbanded. The reformed group uses the name Proto-Kaw and has released two albums, "Early Recordings from Kansas" (2002) and "Before Became After" (2004).

1949

Kerry Livgren was born on September 18, 1949 in Kansas, USA.