Ash wrote:Zan wrote:One of the only reasons I went to see DDY live last April (2005) was because I have noticed a substantial change in the way he speaks about his former bandmates and the fans who support them. It wasn't always the case...but he seems to have moved on and has humbled himself a bit, which I appreciate.
I guess in a way, I'm saying that I understand where you're coming from, Ash - it's uncomfortable to hear all the time. The only difference between you & me is that it doesn't make me want to stop supporting him or the current version of Styx, it just makes me a little sad.
Why is it when Dennis speaks ill of his former band mates then it makes you not want to go see him, but when JY does it then it just makes you sad? I'm not trying to be adversarial there honestly - I'm just trying to understand. If both camps were separate but had mutual respect and just decided to let their art speak for themselves, I might not like it - but I might be able to accept it at some point.
If Dennis came out and started slamming JY and Tommy - even though I'd feel he was justified by "responding" - I'd likely stop supporting him - because the names is not what it's all about.
So at the end of the day - why is it OK for JY to do it but not for Dennis? You'd not see DDY because of things he says, but not the other way around.
Again I'm not trying to pick a fight - I'm just trying to understand. You can PM me the reply if you want. It's cool.
I have asked the same question too...
So Zan, what is the reason for this? A solid answer will give you much more credibility in what you post.