The update was shared by the band on X, where Kansas stated: "Violinist Kyle Pudenz will be filling in for KANSAS Violinist Joe Deninzon at this weekend’s KANSAS concerts while Joe fulfills family obligations."
Joe Deninzon joined Kansas in 2023 after longtime violinist David Ragsdale departed for personal reasons. Since entering the lineup, Deninzon has become a key part of the band's live performances, bringing his signature seven-string electric violin style to classic Kansas songs.
Joe Deninzon of Kansas performs at The Fox Theater on June 21, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia.Photo by R. Diamond/Getty Images
Kansas remains active on the road in 2026 while continuing to celebrate a catalog that includes some of classic rock's most recognizable songs, including "Carry On Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind."
Violinist Kyle Pudenz will be filling in for KANSAS Violinist Joe Deninzon at this weekend’s KANSAS concerts while Joe fulfills family obligations. 1/ pic.twitter.com/yvPLtxRbIw
— KANSAS (@KansasBand) June 11, 2026According to his bio, Pudenz began studying classical violin at age eight and later performed with the Missouri Symphony Orchestra. His musical background expanded beyond classical music through work in folk rock, Americana, country, jazz and progressive music.
He is also known for performing on custom-built seven-string electric violins, instruments he developed alongside his father. The expanded range of those instruments has allowed Pudenz to blend traditional violin techniques with rock-oriented performance styles.
His diverse musical background makes him a natural fit for a temporary role in Kansas, a band whose sound has long featured violin as one of its defining elements.
Founded in 1973, Kansas became one of the most successful American rock bands of the 1970s. The group earned widespread recognition through albums such as Leftoverture and Point of Know Return, while songs like "Carry On Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind" became staples of classic rock radio.
Just one day before the lineup announcement, Ehart was promoting his newly released memoir, I Am Phil, in which he reflected on his life, Kansas' long history and the band's enduring connection with fans.
"Kansas has never been about any one or two members or a singular personality. Kansas has always been about the music. The music is the star of the show."
"The musical expectations to be in Kansas have always been sky high, and we will never, ever change that."
For now, Kansas fans attending this weekend's concerts will see Kyle Pudenz taking over violin responsibilities while Joe Deninzon attends to family matters. The band has not announced any additional lineup changes beyond the upcoming performances.
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