Ash wrote:Dennis' new solo record came today. And I just have to say it. Some of you will dismiss me out of hand based on my preference toward liking Dennis in years past, but I think I've been pretty even handed of late.
I'll say this... this record sounds like a classic pre "Brave New World" Styx record. It's just undeniable. From the vocal production to the song arrangements. I can hear bits of "Little Suzie" in "This Time Next Year", bits of Equinox here and there - and bits of what you heard around 1997. I've only listened all the way through a few times.
Hell in a few places I could almost swear I could hear Tommy Shaw singing backing vocals.
Got my copy today from DDY's website. First thing I noticed was (I looked real close) no hint of the "sacred" word "Styx" on the album.
I have to agree with you on this cd. Through one spin already and it sounds great. My sister heard the "100 Years from now" and was impressed how someone at 60 could still sound that good.
I can't say that I dislike any song more than the others because they are all great. I see what your talking about with "Crossing the Rubicon". The song that I love though is "I don't believe in anything".
I also like how he included his wife in the vocals on "Respect Me" and his son in "I don't believe in anything".
Well off to give the cd the "yogi" listen.
