Dennis in Toledo

[sadie65]

Suite asked me to post this since she is off interviewing some of the Milwaukee Brewers. I just love when reporters get the info "right". LOL.




http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dl ... /507140318

Original Styx member Dennis DeYoung will appear tomorrow at Toledo Club


Dennis DeYoung plays his own songs as well as Styx numbers in concert.


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If you're a Styx fan, Dennis DeYoung is either a creative force who authored some of their best work, or a musican who steered the group away from its hard rock roots to middle-of-the-road mediocrity.


He will appear tomorrow night at the Toledo Club's parking lot party,

DeYoung, a keyboard player and vocalist, was an original member of the Chicago group that was formed in the late '60s as a progressive rock band that favored long complex songs.

He also was a driving force behind the band's successful mid-'70s run when songs like "The Grand Illusion," "Come Sail Away," "Renegade," and "Working Class Man" became radio staples thanks to their working-class roots and radio-friendly arrangements.

Things got tense for the band, specifically between DeYoung and guitarist Tommy Shaw, when the prototypical power ballad, "Babe," was a runaway hit. It's common knowledge now, thanks to a VH-1 Behind the Music episode, that DeYoung, who penned the song, felt the band should go in a more melodic and theatrical direction.

Unfortunately his bandmates still wanted to rock out and they found that tough while acting out parts of the concept album "Kilroy Was Here" on stage between songs and playing tracks like "Mr. Roboto," which has become a piece of classic early '80s kitsch.

Not surprisingly, the band fell apart, as DeYoung moved on to a solo career that has featured a string of modestly successful albums, including a disc of show tunes from the likes of George Gershwin, Tim Rice, and Andrew Lloyd Weber.

An artist who's not afraid to challenge himself in other media, he also has composed a musical based on Victor Hugo's The Hunchback of Notre Dame and played Pontius Pilate in a production of Jesus Christ Superstar.

DeYoung still plays Styx songs in concert, along with his solo and Broadway work, so fans of the band can expect to hear some of their favorites when he plays tomorrow night at the Toledo Club's parking lot party, at 235 14th St.

Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at the door, which opens at 7 p.m. The group Traffic Jam will open, followed by DeYoung, who's scheduled to play at 9:30.

[bugsymalone]

He will appear tomorrow night at the Toledo Club's parking lot party

Apparently they cleaned up the whale vomit.

Bugsy

[styxfanNH]

He also was a driving force behind the band's successful mid-'70s run when songs like "The Grand Illusion," "Come Sail Away," "Renegade," and "Working Class Man" became radio staples thanks to their working-class roots and radio-friendly arrangements.

First time I've heard Dennis being credited for Renegade. And did I miss that classic 70's hit "Working Class Man"?

Never mind the venue:

DeYoung still plays Styx songs in concert, along with his solo and Broadway work, so fans of the band can expect to hear some of their favorites when he plays tomorrow night at the Toledo Club's parking lot party [/quote]

[sadie65]

He also was a driving force behind the band's successful mid-'70s run when songs like "The Grand Illusion," "Come Sail Away," "Renegade," and "Working Class Man" became radio staples thanks to their working-class roots and radio-friendly arrangements.

First time I've heard Dennis being credited for Renegade. And did I miss that classic 70's hit "Working Class Man"?

Never mind the venue:

DeYoung still plays Styx songs in concert, along with his solo and Broadway work, so fans of the band can expect to hear some of their favorites when he plays tomorrow night at the Toledo Club's parking lot party

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Here ya go

July 15, 2005 to July 15, 2005
Toledo Club and the Kidney Foundation's Party in the Parking Lot
Downtown Toledo

Time from: 7:00 PM Time to: Midnight Ticket Price or Free: $27.50 pre-event; $30 at the door Address:The Toledo Club, 235 14th Street, Toledo, OH 43624 Details: Party in the Parking Lot, in its 18th year, has become a preeminent event in the city of Toledo and attracts a record crowd each year. This year will be no different with entertainment by Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx. Food will be available from downtown area restaurants. Must be 21 years of age. For more information or tickets, call the Kidney Foundation of NWO at 419-329-2780.


Area: Downtown Toledo
Contact: Amanda Barker
Contact's e-mail: abarker@kfnwo.org
URL: www.kfnwo.org
Category: Music

[classicstyxfan]

"Unfortunately his bandmates still wanted to rock out and they found that tough while acting out parts of the concept album "Kilroy Was Here" on stage between songs and playing tracks like "Mr. Roboto,"

" ....."Mr. Roboto," .......a piece of classic early '80s kitsch."


Yup, telling it like it is !

[ek88]

If you're a Styx fan, Dennis DeYoung is either a creative force who authored some of their best work, or a musican who steered the group away from its hard rock roots to middle-of-the-road mediocrity.

Pretty accurate statement. Several of us here fall into either category!

[classicstyxfan]

And for some, BOTH statements are true !

[SuiteMadameBlue]

Thanks Sadie for posting it I need a computer for my car. I thought a few of you would enjoy the "venue" he was playing at.

After I read the article, I was shocked to see that Dennis was the driving force behind the song "Working Class Man" - LOL Another reporter/reviewer not doing his homework - UGH





OT - OFF THE TOPIC
Had a nice time with "Picnic With The Brewers". We interviewed several players and my son was very fortunate to have his baseball signed by each player and coach (and the sausages) - LOL I'm getting so old. The players are younger and younger each time I see them. My son and I ran around a few bases and rested in the dugout. LOL

[SuiteMadameBlue]

Here's an update on the Toledo show. It was a semi-private even, you had to be a member of the host club but you could bring outside guests, that's why it wasn't added on his site as a concert date (for those who PM'd me

This show was the highest amount in attendance in 19 years and it raised a lot of money for the Kidney Foundation!!!!

(yes Carrot Styx does a few shows a year too for private charities that aren't announced - and other bands/artists too)

[Adam]

I for one am happy to hear Dennis is pitching in for charity (even though he probably got paid) and very satisfied to imagine how the outspoken 'eletist venues only' guys (Froy, ItsMyLife, etc) must've reacted to DDY playing this parking lot after all the griping about where Styx has been playing for the past 6 years (you know, the Superbowl, Japan, Europe, the Today show...)

[froy]

I for one am happy to hear Dennis is pitching in for charity (even though he probably got paid) and very satisfied to imagine how the outspoken 'eletist venues only' guys (Froy, ItsMyLife, etc) must've reacted to DDY playing this parking lot after all the griping about where Styx has been playing for the past 6 years (you know, the Superbowl, Japan, Europe, the Today show...)[/quote

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Yea the parking lot of the Superbowl
The today show was simply an awefull performance
Keep trying not working

[DarrenUK]

Maybe he could open the Styx/Kansas show at the Steelers stadium in Pittsburgh.......in the car lot

Dennis DeYoung Parking Lot Tour 2005...

7/22 Dollar Store Deluth Minnesota
7/23 Wal-Mart Cleveland Ohio
7/25 K-Mart Chicago Illinois
7/26 K-Mart Chicago Ilinois
7/29 Holy Morman Church Salt Lake City Utah
8/1 Best Buys Phoenix Arizona
8/2 Target Los Angeles California
8/4 Magic Kingdom Orlando Florida (Between rows Grumpy and Donald)
8/5 Red Lobster Tampa Florida

More dates to be added soon....

[froy]

Maybe he could open the Styx/Kansas show at the Steelers stadium in Pittsburgh.......in the car lot

Dennis DeYoung Parking Lot Tour 2005...

7/22 Dollar Store Deluth Minnesota
7/23 Wal-Mart Cleveland Ohio
7/25 K-Mart Chicago Illinois
7/26 K-Mart Chicago Ilinois
7/29 Holy Morman Church Salt Lake City Utah
8/1 Best Buys Phoenix Arizona
8/2 Target Los Angeles California
8/4 Magic Kingdom Orlando Florida (Between rows Grumpy and Donald)
8/5 Red Lobster Tampa Florida

More dates to be added soon....

Or the Genesse Theater in Oct Hmmmm

[Adam]

Froy: Yea the parking lot of the Superbowl
Adam: Wrong. Try THE FIELD Pre-game. Here we go with the "Venue War". Which act is playing the more prestigeous venues?

WHO CARES? What does it have to do with MUSIC?

[ChicagoSTYX]

I saw Dennis at Target a few weeks ago. No, he was not playing in the parking lot he was shopping with his wife! Rt83 just off 75th street.

[DarrenUK]

Dont be saying that Froy will be after a job there as a greeter......or working in the photo lab.....anyone seen 1 hour photo with Robin Williams?

[SuiteMadameBlue]

DarrenUK says:

Dont be saying that Froy will be after a job there as a greeter......or working in the photo lab.....anyone seen 1 hour photo with Robin Williams?

Froy as a Greeter? LOL No, I won't see that movie. It gives me the creeps. I have enough goofy people stalking me - LOL

The "Venue War" is kind of fun I never thought when I was younger seeing bands playing these HUGE arenas and stadiums, that some day they would be playing county fairs, parking lots, cornfields, etc. in their life time.

I'm happy to see any artist perform anywhere I'm just so happy to hear the music and be with a bunch of friends and make new concert buddies I was so happy just to hear "Pieces of Eight" last night. It kicked butt big time!!!