PBS Broadcast Schedule - "One With Everything"

[styxfanNH]

PBS Broadcast Schedule - "One With Everything"

Cleveland, Ohio (WVIZ) - Wed., December 6 at 9 p.m. EST

Bowling Green, KY (WKYU) - Sun., December 31 at 8 p.m. EST

Wichita, Kansas (KPTF) - Sun., January 5 at 8 p.m CST

Eureka, California (KEET) - Wed., February 7 at 8 p.m. PST

San Bernadino, California (KVCR) - Wed., February 14 at 8 p.m. PST

Kansas City, Missouri (KCPT) - February and March

[ChicagoSTYX]

PBS Broadcast Schedule - "One With Everything"

Cleveland, Ohio (WVIZ) - Wed., December 6 at 9 p.m. EST

Bowling Green, KY (WKYU) - Sun., December 31 at 8 p.m. EST

Wichita, Kansas (KPTF) - Sun., January 5 at 8 p.m CST

Eureka, California (KEET) - Wed., February 7 at 8 p.m. PST

San Bernadino, California (KVCR) - Wed., February 14 at 8 p.m. PST

Kansas City, Missouri (KCPT) - February and March

And more to come..........

[Ash]

PBS - what a Rockin' thing to do. I'm glad Styx is so Rockin that they can emulate the guy who they say is all about showtunes.

[ChicagoSTYX]

PBS - what a Rockin' thing to do. I'm glad Styx is so Rockin that they can emulate the guy who they say is all about showtunes.

Styx is not emulating anyone. DDY’s concert was filmed spicificly for PBS as part of their Soundstage series. The Styx concert was picked up by PBS among others.

[sadie65]

To be fair, Styx was also on PBS back in 1997 I believe. So now we have Styx w/Dennis on PBS, Dennis on PBS, and now Styx without Dennis on PBS.

Peace

[bugsymalone]

I gotta add my .02 here in defense of PBS. They have often presented some of the most cutting edge rock and roll on their "Austin City Limits" programming. And Soundstage has also presented some of the big-name rock acts and performers. (Tom Petty, anyone?).

They do their share of showing filmed/taped concerts from over-the-hill performers and REALLY over-the-hill performers (Anyone see the folk music special?? Talk about your "mighty wind"!), but often these are acts a lot of people enjoy seeing and who sold an awful lot of recordings in their day.

I think it is great for Current Styx to get some airings of the CYO orchestra event on any outlet and PBS is certainly a fine choice.

It will remain to be seen how many PBS stations pick up this concert. So far, in my area, no sign of it. I will watch it if it comes on since I won't be buying the DVD. (I know, BIG shock there! )

Bugsy

[styxfanNH]

I have heard there are about 20 PBS stations that have picked it up

[SuiteMadameBlue]

Wasn't Styx, with Dennis one of the first bands in the 1970's Soundstage? Wasn't that on PBS?

[Ash]

Wasn't Styx, with Dennis one of the first bands in the 1970's Soundstage? Wasn't that on PBS?

Yeah but I thought the guys in DFB wanted nothing to do with their legacy or past? I thought they had become so wise as to learn from their previous mistakes.

My point isn't that PBS is one thing or another - it's that they're yet again being contradictory.

[bugsymalone]

Wasn't Styx, with Dennis one of the first bands in the 1970's Soundstage? Wasn't that on PBS?

Yeah but I thought the guys in DFB wanted nothing to do with their legacy or past? I thought they had become so wise as to learn from their previous mistakes.

My point isn't that PBS is one thing or another - it's that they're yet again being contradictory.

I do see your point there, Ash. No question. I am not denying Current Styx' hypocrisy in all of this. They are doing what they have always done, following their leader. PBS is a good outlet for all kinds of music and I believe it is a good choice for the band. I think any television appearances can raise one's profile and probably will lead to further sales of the CD and DVD.

Bugsy

[ChicagoSTYX]

Wasn't Styx, with Dennis one of the first bands in the 1970's Soundstage? Wasn't that on PBS?

Yeah but I thought the guys in DFB wanted nothing to do with their legacy or past? I thought they had become so wise as to learn from their previous mistakes.

My point isn't that PBS is one thing or another - it's that they're yet again being contradictory.

Not true! Styx wants to distance them selves from the wimpy Babe/First Time/Roboto/Music Time part of their past not the rock band part and I think they are doing a great job with that. I agree with them 100%. I would hate to see them become the weekend lounge and corporate party act the DDY has become. If anything DDY is trying to emulate Styx by using their name in everything he does and he not doing a very good job of it. I can say this because I have seen a DDY show. Some of you who rip Styx have not even seen them live.

[yogi]

I have seen the current rendition of Styx 9 or 10 times since 1999. Excellent Shows!!! Their 1999 Far West Rodeo appearance in San Antonio was one of the best concerts I have ever seen.
I have also purchased everyone of their CD's since Dennis was booted. I LOVE Cyclorama! I feel it is one of their top 5 albums ever. I also enjoy the live Styxworld CD.

With that said Dennis Deyoung HAS EVERY right to use the Styx name. His voice and music are BYYY FAAARRRRR what 90% of Styx fans recognize and associate with Styx. It's pretty much like Steve Perry and Journey.

Personally I dont give a shi t what some judge said in regards to the legal use of the Styx name. All that tells me is that JY and Tommy had better lawyers. I think Dennis must of used the same lawyer as Rik Emmitt did. Dennis will ALWAYS be the MAIN man in terms of the band Styx. His voice and his songs are what brought Styx fame and fortune.

As far as distancing themselves from the Babe/Roboto image of their past I half way agree with that statement. The concerts they now play are harder rocking. As for Cyclorama, it was more along the lines of The Grand Illusion, Equinox, and Pieces of Eight, but it too had its soft side.

I truly believe that JY would dress up as Dr. Rightous 'Waiting' to pop up out of a cornfield on Hee Haw singing Babe to a wounded crow if that would bring him back the fame he sooooo desperately seeks. I too believe that JY would sing I Am Woman, or dress up in an all white wedding gown, then go on Oprah and sing Like a Virgin if it could bring him fame and fortune.

Tommy Shaw just wants to do is rock. He has stated this publically numerous times.

It's just too damn bad he got so tied up in his 'Little Girl World' heading to 'Lonely School' to remember his own public statements. It's good that JY knows that he can ALWAYS 'Count On You' Tommy to write a hard rocking song. 'Ever Since The World Began' JY knew this about Tommy.

I can't think of a way to end this post. Oh.......... wait a minute..... 'Yes I Can'

[sadie65]

Wasn't Styx, with Dennis one of the first bands in the 1970's Soundstage? Wasn't that on PBS?

Yeah but I thought the guys in DFB wanted nothing to do with their legacy or past? I thought they had become so wise as to learn from their previous mistakes.

My point isn't that PBS is one thing or another - it's that they're yet again being contradictory.

Not true! Styx wants to distance them selves from the wimpy Babe/First Time/Roboto/Music Time part of their past not the rock band part and I think they are doing a great job with that. I agree with them 100%. I would hate to see them become the weekend lounge and corporate party act the DDY has become. If anything DDY is trying to emulate Styx by using their name in everything he does and he not doing a very good job of it. I can say this because I have seen a DDY show. Some of you who rip Styx have not even seen them live.

I don't think that's a sound business decision on their part. Like it or not, the material they are omitting is what gave them half their fan base. To dismiss it is awfully myopic and arrogant on their part. I have never been one that felt they shouldn't perform material written or performed by Dennis. That material is identified as Styx material. And like it or not, they are a nostalgia act. They aren't setting the world on fire. Look at the lack of activity on the various chat groups/forums/conferences. There is a sense of apathy by even their die hard fans these days. So to not perform that which helped get you those same fans you are trying to hold onto...well it's not a sound business model. But hey, I have also long espoused the idea that people should go and see who they want and enjoy it for it will all end before any of us here wants it to.

I may prefer Dennis to the current lineup, but I have seen both. I think the band has oversaturated their market. I think they really ought to take some time...real time...build up some anticipation for what they have to offer. If you choose to see that as them becoming like Dennis, that's your prerogative. Oh and the corporate party act that you speak of...they do it too. I've even posted the links here how to book them.

You may not like what Dennis offers, but let's face it, he helps keep their name alive. Given the amount of television time he has been given recently, the success he had in Canada (which sadly the band couldn't achieve), and the generally positive reviews his shows have garnered, I would think you would at least acknowledge he is doing a good job with what he has to work with. Doesn't mean you have to like it.

Peace

[bugsymalone]

You may not like what Dennis offers, but let's face it, he helps keep their name alive. Given the amount of television time he has been given recently, the success he had in Canada (which sadly the band couldn't achieve), and the generally positive reviews his shows have garnered, I would think you would at least acknowledge he is doing a good job with what he has to work with. Doesn't mean you have to like it.

Peace


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Sadie

Word!

Bugsy

[Jodes]

Well Dennis knew an opportunity in Canada when he saw one.. He knows that Canadians still love his music and his manager is a very smart man. So why not try and build up a market in Canada and see if you can make a go in the US. It worked once before, I know the music business has completely changed. But honestly, when was the last time you heard of a 59 year old having a Platinum album anywhere?

Styx's management burned their bridges in Canada after 2003. Yes they've done the odd show here and there, but their two biggest markets, Toronto and Montreal won't have anything to do with them anymore.

It's what happens when you piss off the wrong people.

Styx had the potential and was doing well in Canada (two successful Canadian tours, etc) until a very poor (or smart in some eyes) business decision had them cancel those two Canadian shows.

Personally I don't blame the band, I blame the people that run them.

Obviously they don't think there's a market for them in Canada, hence why they don't tour here anymore. Dennis took advantage of that and he's come across as the "winner" on this side of the border anyways.

Mention that on a certain site though, and it comes across as me "bashing" the band.

One can nevere win!

[sadie65]

Well Dennis knew an opportunity in Canada when he saw one.. He knows that Canadians still love his music and his manager is a very smart man. So why not try and build up a market in Canada and see if you can make a go in the US. It worked once before, I know the music business has completely changed. But honestly, when was the last time you heard of a 59 year old having a Platinum album anywhere?

Styx's management burned their bridges in Canada after 2003. Yes they've done the odd show here and there, but their two biggest markets, Toronto and Montreal won't have anything to do with them anymore.

It's what happens when you piss off the wrong people.

Styx had the potential and was doing well in Canada (two successful Canadian tours, etc) until a very poor (or smart in some eyes) business decision had them cancel those two Canadian shows.

Personally I don't blame the band, I blame the people that run them.

Obviously they don't think there's a market for them in Canada, hence why they don't tour here anymore. Dennis took advantage of that and he's come across as the "winner" on this side of the border anyways.

Mention that on a certain site though, and it comes across as me "bashing" the band.

One can nevere win!

I remember when they cancelled. Didn't it have something to do with the outbreak of that virus? I am not being facetious here. Genuine question. I agree. I don't blame the band for the decisions made. What a shame for the fans there. Seriously.

[gr8dane]

Well Dennis knew an opportunity in Canada when he saw one.. He knows that Canadians still love his music and his manager is a very smart man. So why not try and build up a market in Canada and see if you can make a go in the US. It worked once before, I know the music business has completely changed. But honestly, when was the last time you heard of a 59 year old having a Platinum album anywhere?

Styx's management burned their bridges in Canada after 2003. Yes they've done the odd show here and there, but their two biggest markets, Toronto and Montreal won't have anything to do with them anymore.

It's what happens when you piss off the wrong people.

Styx had the potential and was doing well in Canada (two successful Canadian tours, etc) until a very poor (or smart in some eyes) business decision had them cancel those two Canadian shows.

Personally I don't blame the band, I blame the people that run them.

The way I understood it ,when SARS broke out.They could get in here and play no problem.The problem was,they would maybe have a hard time getting back in to the US.
If there was any suspicion they/roadies or any other from the touring party had been near someone with SARS ,it could totally have stalled the rest of their engagements right after the CN dates,becuse they would have been stuck here.

Obviously they don't think there's a market for them in Canada, hence why they don't tour here anymore. Dennis took advantage of that and he's come across as the "winner" on this side of the border anyways.

Mention that on a certain site though, and it comes across as me "bashing" the band.

One can nevere win!

I remember when they cancelled. Didn't it have something to do with the outbreak of that virus? I am not being facetious here. Genuine question. I agree. I don't blame the band for the decisions made. What a shame for the fans there. Seriously.

[gr8dane]

Well Dennis knew an opportunity in Canada when he saw one.. He knows that Canadians still love his music and his manager is a very smart man. So why not try and build up a market in Canada and see if you can make a go in the US. It worked once before, I know the music business has completely changed. But honestly, when was the last time you heard of a 59 year old having a Platinum album anywhere?

Styx's management burned their bridges in Canada after 2003. Yes they've done the odd show here and there, but their two biggest markets, Toronto and Montreal won't have anything to do with them anymore.

It's what happens when you piss off the wrong people.

Styx had the potential and was doing well in Canada (two successful Canadian tours, etc) until a very poor (or smart in some eyes) business decision had them cancel those two Canadian shows.

Personally I don't blame the band, I blame the people that run them.

Obviously they don't think there's a market for them in Canada, hence why they don't tour here anymore. Dennis took advantage of that and he's come across as the "winner" on this side of the border anyways.

Mention that on a certain site though, and it comes across as me "bashing" the band.

One can nevere win!

I remember when they cancelled. Didn't it have something to do with the outbreak of that virus? I am not being facetious here. Genuine question. I agree. I don't blame the band for the decisions made. What a shame for the fans there. Seriously.

Oops.
The way I understood it was,when SARS broke out here,Styx could get in here and do their gigs.The problem was that they may not be able to get back into the US.Had any of the touring party got sick or had been near someone with SARS they would have got stuck here.That would mean ,they would have to cancel the gigs after the CN dates.Not good.

[bugsymalone]

I know the music business has completely changed. But honestly, when was the last time you heard of a 59 year old having a Platinum album anywhere?

Well, you do have a few examples in Rod Stewart and Barry Manilow (doing COVERS, no less! ) , but, by the same token, these guys' identities lie outside of a band name. Dennis has not had that luxury, other than on a much smaller scale.

That said, one thing someone in the know told me was that Dennis' is known in Canada. They know who he is, his voice, and the songs he has produced as hits. I think this helped him greatly do so well up there recently. And it does not hurt him that his voice has retained its stellar qualities.

Bugsy

[Jodes]

G8dane, yes I understand that decision from a business perspective, BUT they played a show in Michigan the night before Toronto and then played in Buffalo after they cancelled Montreal.

Buffalo is a LOT closer to Toronto then Montreal is.. that's what upset a lot of people, the Toronto show I can understand, but cancelling the Montreal show even before getting to Toronto was a bad call on their part. There was no SARS in Montreal or in cities near Toronto, but they still cancelled.

Also, the radio stations that brought Styx in to do the promo were left dangling.. in the terms of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Yet they did manage to play their "paying gigs".. that were closer to Toronto..

Can you now see why many are upset?

[gr8dane]

G8dane, yes I understand that decision from a business perspective, BUT they played a show in Michigan the night before Toronto and then played in Buffalo after they cancelled Montreal.

Buffalo is a LOT closer to Toronto then Montreal is.. that's what upset a lot of people, the Toronto show I can understand, but cancelling the Montreal show even before getting to Toronto was a bad call on their part. There was no SARS in Montreal or in cities near Toronto, but they still cancelled.

Also, the radio stations that brought Styx in to do the promo were left dangling.. in the terms of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Yet they did manage to play their "paying gigs".. that were closer to Toronto..

Can you now see why many are upset?

Gotcha.
Maybe that is why I never hear Styx on Q107.
I remeber that show they were going to do with them.
Thought they may have rescheduled that one.

[Jodes]

Actually the SARS show was resheduled, since Styx was suppose to play in February but a freak snowstorm stranded them in the US and they had to make up the dates.. That following April was when SARS hit Toronto..

[yogi]

I am pretty sure that Styx made up all the Canadian shows that they cancelled.

[Jodes]

They did not.

Styx has not played Toronto since. They've played Rama, Ottawa, London, etc.

As for Montreal, I did hear they played in a suburb but it was again a small venue. It was NOT sponsered by CHOM FM, they've pretty much sided with Dennis now.

Styx has played Quebec City though since 03.

Again those gigs were "promo" so they weren't paying.. bet your bottom dollar that if they were Paying Gigs, Styx would have made them up.

[styxfanNH]

Jodes is correct. Tommy actually mentioned it in one of hos notes a year or so ago and how much of a mistake it was.

[SuiteMadameBlue]

Not true! Styx wants to distance them selves from the wimpy Babe/First Time/Roboto/Music Time part of their past not the rock band part and I think they are doing a great job with that. I agree with them 100%. I would hate to see them become the weekend lounge and corporate party act the DDY has become. If anything DDY is trying to emulate Styx by using their name in everything he does and he not doing a very good job of it. I can say this because I have seen a DDY show. Some of you who rip Styx have not even seen them live.

LOL, You are SO funny Mr. Negative!!!! DDY a weekend lounge & corporate party act??? LOL I'm glad he's doing a bunch of corporate shows, good for him!! I love Mr. Roboto and it's funny that when it's played during the medley at Styx shows that's one of the most popular songs with very loud responses!!!

I have seen a few Styx shows since "the break-up", so I can pretty much post my opinion on both parties!

[ChicagoSTYX]

Not true! Styx wants to distance them selves from the wimpy Babe/First Time/Roboto/Music Time part of their past not the rock band part and I think they are doing a great job with that. I agree with them 100%. I would hate to see them become the weekend lounge and corporate party act the DDY has become. If anything DDY is trying to emulate Styx by using their name in everything he does and he not doing a very good job of it. I can say this because I have seen a DDY show. Some of you who rip Styx have not even seen them live.

I have seen a few Styx shows since "the break-up", so I can pretty much post my opinion on both parties!

I agree

[jimmy19029]

Yes the Soundstage program originated in Chicago on WTTW TV in the 70s. I think Styx was on sometime back then. I'd love to get a copy of that and EVERYONE who was on in that era. I did see Little River Band on there in 1980 and have a video copy of that. The 1975 Three Dog Night one is cool too! The program went off in the 80s but returned a few years ago.
It'll be interesting to see how much of the show PBS actually SHOWS. With all the pledge driving they'll only usually show anywhere from 30-60 minutes of a show. Recently when they re-ran a Soundstage program of Chicago's it was so truncated it was hardly worth the effort to watch it!

[Jazz]

I gotta add my .02 here in defense of PBS. They have often presented some of the most cutting edge rock and roll on their "Austin City Limits" programming. And Soundstage has also presented some of the big-name rock acts and performers. (Tom Petty, anyone?).

They do their share of showing filmed/taped concerts from over-the-hill performers and REALLY over-the-hill performers (Anyone see the folk music special?? Talk about your "mighty wind"!), but often these are acts a lot of people enjoy seeing and who sold an awful lot of recordings in their day.

I think it is great for Current Styx to get some airings of the CYO orchestra event on any outlet and PBS is certainly a fine choice.

It will remain to be seen how many PBS stations pick up this concert. So far, in my area, no sign of it. I will watch it if it comes on since I won't be buying the DVD. (I know, BIG shock there! )

Bugsy

I agree. Austin City Limits has had the Pixies, Keith Urban(before he was well-known), and many, many others as you mentioned above. At least PBS is doing music specials, which many other networks do not produce anymore. And it's great that both Styx and Dennis are being seen on those specials.

[styxfanNH]

Cleveland, Ohio (WVIZ) - Wed., December 6 at 9 p.m. EST
Memphis, Tennessee (WKNO) - Fri., December 8 at 8 p.m. EST
Waco, Texas (KAMU) - Sun., December 10 at 8:30 p.m. CST
Philadelphia, PA (WYBE) - Tue., December 12, 2006 at 3:00 a.m. EST
Marquette, MI (WNMU) - Wed., December 27, 2006 at 1 p.m. EST
Ft Myers, FL (WGCU) - Sat., December 30, 2006 at 11:00 p.m. EST

Bowling Green, KY (WKYU) - Sun., December 31 at 8 p.m. EST

Wichita, Kansas (KPTF) - Sun., January 5 at 8 p.m CST
Toledo, Ohio (WGTE) - Wed., January 18 at 8 p.m. EST

Eureka, California (KEET) - Wed., February 7 at 8 p.m. PST

San Bernardino, California (KVCR) - Wed., February 14 at 8 p.m. PST

Kansas City, Missouri (KCPT) - February and March



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