Regeneration 2

[Baron Von Bielski]

Hey Guys,
I do realize Gowan doesn't sound exactly like DDY, but their voices are still quite similar in my opinion. I think he sounds great doing DDYs songs. I'm glad they found someone that can sing these songs without creeping me out. This way I am able to hear Styx live today. And since DY are gone, I don't mind Styx recording 2 Songs from them. Regarding new songs, difference in the world was a good track, wasn't it? Doesn't that count as new material and if no, why?

The first impression of hearing Gowan sing DDY's songs was he sounded like Dennis had too much helium, or that it was the Chipmunks doing Styx. Now I hear no resemblance at all, isn't that what Styx wanted? Someone who didn't sound like their original lead singer unlike Journey who has Arnel that sounds a lot like Steve Perry? I'm sure Gowan's a talented musician and and a popular guy in Canada, but that's a stretch to compare him to DDY who is a much better singer

There aren't many better singers than DDY as far as talent goes.

[lordreo]

Hey Guys,
I do realize Gowan doesn't sound exactly like DDY, but their voices are still quite similar in my opinion. I think he sounds great doing DDYs songs. I'm glad they found someone that can sing these songs without creeping me out. This way I am able to hear Styx live today. And since DY are gone, I don't mind Styx recording 2 Songs from them. Regarding new songs, difference in the world was a good track, wasn't it? Doesn't that count as new material and if no, why?

The first impression of hearing Gowan sing DDY's songs was he sounded like Dennis had too much helium, or that it was the Chipmunks doing Styx. Now I hear no resemblance at all, isn't that what Styx wanted? Someone who didn't sound like their original lead singer unlike Journey who has Arnel that sounds a lot like Steve Perry? I'm sure Gowan's a talented musician and and a popular guy in Canada, but that's a stretch to compare him to DDY who is a much better singer

It's true, sometimes Gowan really is quite off (see: Regeneration vol 1, "come sail away" - what was that?!?), but I still think they are similar. Well, perception is a strange thing. Funny you should mention Journey, since it is my feeling that Arnel doesn't sound at all like Steve. I really like his voice, but it still sounds very different. Only "One more" really made me see steve in arnel.

[Baron Von Bielski]

Hey Guys,
I do realize Gowan doesn't sound exactly like DDY, but their voices are still quite similar in my opinion. I think he sounds great doing DDYs songs. I'm glad they found someone that can sing these songs without creeping me out. This way I am able to hear Styx live today. And since DY are gone, I don't mind Styx recording 2 Songs from them. Regarding new songs, difference in the world was a good track, wasn't it? Doesn't that count as new material and if no, why?

The first impression of hearing Gowan sing DDY's songs was he sounded like Dennis had too much helium, or that it was the Chipmunks doing Styx. Now I hear no resemblance at all, isn't that what Styx wanted? Someone who didn't sound like their original lead singer unlike Journey who has Arnel that sounds a lot like Steve Perry? I'm sure Gowan's a talented musician and and a popular guy in Canada, but that's a stretch to compare him to DDY who is a much better singer

It's true, sometimes Gowan really is quite off (see: Regeneration vol 1, "come sail away" - what was that?!?), but I still think they are similar. Well, perception is a strange thing. Funny you should mention Journey, since it is my feeling that Arnel doesn't sound at all like Steve. I really like his voice, but it still sounds very different. Only "One more" really made me see steve in arnel.

I agree about perception and I do hear an obvious difference between SP and Arnel, but they are way too similar. I think Journey should have tried to look for the best vocalist for the band instead of the best SP soundalike. Although it has seemed to work out for them. Nothing compared to what they could do with Perry back in the band. Just my opinion.

[lordreo]

Just my opinion.

And everybody is entitled to it. I personally just hate the whole "Arnel's great - Steve is the only one" dispute. Journey should just do what they want.

That's how I see it with Styx and Gowan. In the end it is still me that descides wheter I listen to it or not. As for the live recordings, releasing the same recording more than once is just a rip-off. But I like the little differences in the setlists and songs, so I buy a lot of live recordings. But I also think new stuff almost can't be wrong

[Baron Von Bielski]

Just my opinion.

Journey should just do what they want.

I completely agree... and like I said it's worked out for them.

[hoagiepete]

Regurgitation 2? Blechhh!

[Babyblue]

Regurgitation 2? Blechhh!

Well i can't wait to get it myself.I get to see Styx/Yes WOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOO July 15th then see Styx on Nov 11-11 Iam happy danceing here.

[S2M]

Regurgitation 2? Blechhh!

Well i can't wait to get it myself.I get to see Styx/Yes WOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOO July 15th then see Styx on Nov 11-11 Iam happy danceing here.

I honestly think you have some mental issues...

[Babyblue]

Regurgitation 2? Blechhh!

Well i can't wait to get it myself.I get to see Styx/Yes WOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOO July 15th then see Styx on Nov 11-11 Iam happy danceing here.

I honestly think you have some mental issues...

Nope not at all.

[Baron Von Bielski]

Regardless if I think it's a good idea to keep rerecording your own music I will still buy it. I have all their albums... can't stop now.

[Babyblue]

Regardless if I think it's a good idea to keep rerecording your own music I will still buy it. I have all their albums... can't stop now.

[ItsMyLife]

This is what happens when you throw the primary creative force out of the band.

[ItsMyLife]

Regardless if I think it's a good idea to keep rerecording your own music I will still buy it. I have all their albums... can't stop now.

I'm ashamed for you.

[Baron Von Bielski]

Regardless if I think it's a good idea to keep rerecording your own music I will still buy it. I have all their albums... can't stop now.

I'm ashamed for you.

I'm a collector and they are one of my top three favorite bands, what else should a fan do? I support the band Styx and DDY as a solo artist. I am also in the process of obtaining the SHM-CD's... Pieces of Eight is on it's way. I finally found it for a decent price.

[Boomchild]

Regardless if I think it's a good idea to keep rerecording your own music I will still buy it. I have all their albums... can't stop now.

Sure you can I did.

[Boomchild]

This is what happens when you throw the primary creative force out of the band.

Just give it some more time. I am sure reworked songs from Tommy's Blue Grass album will pop up on one of these Regeneration projects. That would be kind of new.

[Ash]

What is puzzling to me .... is that it doesn't cost a ton to record albums these days. If they're doing these, then they *could* be recording new songs just like they're recording their old ones. These re-recordings can't be selling much better than a new album would anyway - so I'm not sure what gives.

I found the "Walmart isn't going to call" comment a few posts ago interesting. Perhaps they were trying to prime the pump for such a deal to fund a new album? Seems like the wrong way to go.

Tommy's songs off Cyclorama weren't bad. Glen's were good (too limited IMO) and I didn't really care for LG's contributions - even though their cover of IATW was listenable. I'm to the point where I'd probably buy a new Styx record for Tommy's contributions alone. Sadly, I don't think I'll ever get that opportunity.

[Baron Von Bielski]

Regardless if I think it's a good idea to keep rerecording your own music I will still buy it. I have all their albums... can't stop now.

Sure you can I did.

At what time did you stop?

[Baron Von Bielski]

What is puzzling to me .... is that it doesn't cost a ton to record albums these days. If they're doing these, then they *could* be recording new songs just like they're recording their old ones. These re-recordings can't be selling much better than a new album would anyway - so I'm not sure what gives.

I found the "Walmart isn't going to call" comment a few posts ago interesting. Perhaps they were trying to prime the pump for such a deal to fund a new album? Seems like the wrong way to go.

Tommy's songs off Cyclorama weren't bad. Glen's were good (too limited IMO) and I didn't really care for LG's contributions - even though their cover of IATW was listenable. I'm to the point where I'd probably buy a new Styx record for Tommy's contributions alone. Sadly, I don't think I'll ever get that opportunity.

I really wasn't fond of Glen's songs, although they weren't bad... and like you I didn't care for Gowan's at all (and not because of anything to do with DDY). I liked JY's These are the Times, but not crazy about Captain America. Obviously Tommy's were the strongest with One with Everything being genius IMO. I wouldn't count out a new original album in the future. They have to know the fans want it.

[hoagiepete]

I'm a collector and they are one of my top three favorite bands, what else should a fan do?

As a fan, tell them this is bullshit by not buying the garbage. If no one buys it, maybe they'll get the clue that the concept is nothing but greed and offends the longtime fans.

The end is near for all these classic bands. They need to get their shit together, record one last CD, do a couple more tours and say "goodnight everybody! You've been great!"

I've supported these bands for years after their prime, but this is getting sad.

[ChicagoSTYX]

http://video.l3.fbcdn.net/cfs-l3-snc6/213477/1018/631597676372_23722.mp4?oh=ee3f59645cef108a7ebc6a1afb6af5d4&oe=4DA79100&l3s=20110412171744&l3e=20110414172744&lh=0200296a56d2147e9da2c

Working on the cd

[Andrew]

STYX is currently putting the finishing touches on REGENERATION, VOLUME 2, the follow-up to 2010’s seven-song EP, REGENERATION, VOLUME 1, which contains six newly re-recorded classics--"Come Sail Away,” "Crystal Ball," "Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man),” “Lorelei,” “The Grand Illusion” and “Sing For The Day”—and a brand new track, “Difference In The World.”  The track listing for REGENERATION, VOLUME 2 is:  “Renegade,” “Blue Collar Man,” “Too Much Time On My Hands,” “Queen of Spades,” “Coming Of Age” (Damn Yankees), “High Enough” (Damn Yankees), “Snowblind,” “Miss America.”  Both volumes will be available for sale at every stop along the tour route.

anyone who buys this is an idiot

Predictable Posts 101

[froy]

STYX is currently putting the finishing touches on REGENERATION, VOLUME 2, the follow-up to 2010’s seven-song EP, REGENERATION, VOLUME 1, which contains six newly re-recorded classics--"Come Sail Away,” "Crystal Ball," "Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man),” “Lorelei,” “The Grand Illusion” and “Sing For The Day”—and a brand new track, “Difference In The World.”  The track listing for REGENERATION, VOLUME 2 is:  “Renegade,” “Blue Collar Man,” “Too Much Time On My Hands,” “Queen of Spades,” “Coming Of Age” (Damn Yankees), “High Enough” (Damn Yankees), “Snowblind,” “Miss America.”  Both volumes will be available for sale at every stop along the tour route.

anyone who buys this is an idiot

Predictable Posts 101

As a fan, tell them this is bullshit by not buying the garbage. If no one buys it, maybe they'll get the clue that the concept is nothing but greed and offends the longtime fans.

The end is near for all these classic bands. They need to get their shit together, record one last CD, do a couple more tours and say "goodnight everybody! You've been great!"

I've supported these bands for years after their prime, but this is getting sad.

Not alone on this one not by a long shot predictable or not.

[Baron Von Bielski]

http://video.l3.fbcdn.net/cfs-l3-snc6/213477/1018/631597676372_23722.mp4?oh=ee3f59645cef108a7ebc6a1afb6af5d4&oe=4DA79100&l3s=20110412171744&l3e=20110414172744&lh=0200296a56d2147e9da2c

Working on the cd

Yeah, I saw that on Facebook. Rerecoding or not... that's a great song off one of the best albums of all times. Kinda gives me chills.

[brywool]

not sure why peeps give Gowan's Cyclo tracks a bumb wrap. His and Glen's tracks were the best by a long shot. I thought most of Tommy's tracks were good, but not nearly as good as Gowan and Burtnik's.

[S2M]

Regurgitation 2? huh? What?

[Archetype]

http://video.l3.fbcdn.net/cfs-l3-snc6/213477/1018/631597676372_23722.mp4?oh=ee3f59645cef108a7ebc6a1afb6af5d4&oe=4DA79100&l3s=20110412171744&l3e=20110414172744&lh=0200296a56d2147e9da2c

Working on the cd

Yeah, I saw that on Facebook. Rerecoding or not... that's a great song off one of the best albums of all times. Kinda gives me chills.

"Miss America" gives you chills? Does Foreigner's "Hot Blooded" give you chills too?

[gr8whitehope]

Hey Guys,
I do realize Gowan doesn't sound exactly like DDY, but their voices are still quite similar in my opinion. I think he sounds great doing DDYs songs. I'm glad they found someone that can sing these songs without creeping me out. This way I am able to hear Styx live today. And since DY are gone, I don't mind Styx recording 2 Songs from them. Regarding new songs, difference in the world was a good track, wasn't it? Doesn't that count as new material and if no, why?

The first impression of hearing Gowan sing DDY's songs was he sounded like Dennis had too much helium, or that it was the Chipmunks doing Styx. Now I hear no resemblance at all, isn't that what Styx wanted? Someone who didn't sound like their original lead singer unlike Journey who has Arnel that sounds a lot like Steve Perry? I'm sure Gowan's a talented musician and and a popular guy in Canada, but that's a stretch to compare him to DDY who is a much better singer

There aren't many better singers than DDY as far as talent goes.

Tommy Shaw

[Boomchild]

Regardless if I think it's a good idea to keep rerecording your own music I will still buy it. I have all their albums... can't stop now.

Sure you can I did.

At what time did you stop?

I stopped at the Cyclo album. I saw them live before buying it even though the show didn't do much for me. I wanted to give the new line up a chance. From that point on I felt what Styx was (to me) had been lost. Therefore I stopped buying. I still collect classic Styx stuff from time to time but I have mostly everything there is.

[Boomchild]

What is puzzling to me .... is that it doesn't cost a ton to record albums these days. If they're doing these, then they *could* be recording new songs just like they're recording their old ones. These re-recordings can't be selling much better than a new album would anyway - so I'm not sure what gives.

I found the "Walmart isn't going to call" comment a few posts ago interesting. Perhaps they were trying to prime the pump for such a deal to fund a new album? Seems like the wrong way to go.

Tommy's songs off Cyclorama weren't bad. Glen's were good (too limited IMO) and I didn't really care for LG's contributions - even though their cover of IATW was listenable. I'm to the point where I'd probably buy a new Styx record for Tommy's contributions alone. Sadly, I don't think I'll ever get that opportunity.

I really wasn't fond of Glen's songs, although they weren't bad... and like you I didn't care for Gowan's at all (and not because of anything to do with DDY). I liked JY's These are the Times, but not crazy about Captain America. Obviously Tommy's were the strongest with One with Everything being genius IMO. I wouldn't count out a new original album in the future. They have to know the fans want it.

I am sure they know that a select group of hardcore fans want a new album. But that doesn't seem to motivate them enough to do it. Thats the problem.