styx in NJ review....

[stmonkeys]

here's the link:

http://www.kweevak.com/files-articles/r ... 9_styx.php

Styx: Rockin' The Palisades!
A Kweevak.com Rock Report by Rich and Laura Lynch

Styx has had a dramatic and diverse history. Starting out in the early 70's as a progressive group they would end the decade as the prototype for arena rock success with four consecutive tripe-platinum albums to their credit. With many peaks and valleys Styx has stood the test of time. They are still a solid touring unit and 2008 will see the band sharing triple bills with Def Leppard and REO Speedwagon for a much anticipated summer tour.

The current Stygian line-up includes long term members Tommy Shaw and James "JY" Young playing guitars with Lawrence Gowan on keyboards, Todd Sucherman on drums and Ricky Phillips (along with the occasional guest appearance by founder Chuck Panozzo) on bass.

The BergenPAC is in the heart of the rock solid Palisades region and situated in the center of a city brimming with restaurants and stores. The BergenPAC is an older theater with charm and history. Many greats have graced its stage including Styx who rocked out the Palisades on Friday January 25, 2008.

Playing to a capacity crowd, Styx came out strong with "Blue Collar Man" and "The Grand Illusion". The fans were on their feet and Tommy quickly made a connection, encouraging the crowd to clap along. Lawrence was playing some flashy keys as his board spun around and Shaw prowled the stage. The band's execution was energetic. Both hits were enthusiastically received by the audience who was acknowledged by Tommy throughout the night with many shout-outs to the town of Englewood.

"Lorelei" was vibrant allowing Todd Sucherman to demonstrate that he is a drummer of poise and power combined with the able Ricky Phillips on bass. The rhythm team played over lavish guitar licks melding with lush keys. The song - like many of Styx's compositions - progressed through a number of mixed musical movements. Afterwards Tommy enthused, "this is an awesome place for rock and roll... we got a lot of music for you."

The new and catchy "One With Everything" was multi-pronged featuring harmonizing vocals and a giant chorus. The song is the title track from the band's most recent musical project - the ambitious dual CD and DVD release featuring a live concert with full orchestral accompaniment. The new track followed Styx's popular, familiar format and proved the band are still capable of writing relevant and inspiring songs.

"Lady" was aptly played and sung by Lawrence Gowan. Dennis DeYoung's signature songs were generally accepted by the crowd who were on its feet and remained standing for a rocking version of the popular "Too Much Time On My Hands".

Along with the power-pop ballads, Styx included some of their more reflective songs such as "Boat On The River", the atmospheric "Snowblind" and later "Crystal Ball" which started off subtle before building momentum and culminating in intricate instrumentation. "Man in the Wilderness" completed the trio of songs which showcased fan favorite Tommy Shaw on acoustic guitar.

Styx closed their substantial set with the rocking "Miss America" and "Come Sail Away" which started with snippets from other great rock songs, soared on solos and encouraged more audience participation. The encore included "Everything All The Time" and "Renagade" with Gowan playing the keyboards backwards and Tommy saying "sing it" which of course everyone did - thus ending the night on a high note.

Friday's setlist reflected the diversity and dynamic of Styx's catalogue which has hits, progressive pieces, power ballads and solid rockers. They played their crowd pleasing classics along with a couple of more recent songs and a whimsical version of The Beatles' "I Am The Walrus". Styx's music has stood the test of time and the current incarnation is very much a viable vessel. As a live touring band they continue to wind on down the river - successfully navigating through four decades of music industry triumph and turbulence!

Opening for Styx on Friday was Back Door Slam a younthful power trio from the Isle of Man. But, don't let their looks or age fool you. Back Door Slam played an animated five song set which included two catchy originals from their debut album and impressive interpretations of Cream and Jimi Hendrix. The band is well versed in the blues and rock and their set featured powerful rhythms and sizzling guitar solos. Bandleader, singer and guitarist Davy Knowles' playing was top notch and you could get the feeling he might be the next big thing in the world of blues guitar. At least the audience thought so - cheering enthusiastically and often for the dazzling show opener. Their cover of Robert Cray's "Back Door Slam", which inspired their name was sassy blending up-tempo blues in a rock and roll context. Hopefully, we will be hearing more from this up-and-coming group.

SETLIST
1. Blue Collar Man
2. The Grand Illusion
3. Lorelei
4. One With Everything
5. Lady
6. Too Much Time on My Hands
7. Snowblind
8. Beetoven
9. I Am The Walrus
10. Boat On The River
11. Man In The Wilderness
12. Crystal Ball
13. Suite Madame Blue
14. Fooling Yourself
15. Miss America
16. Come Sail Away

Encore
17. Everything All The Time
18. Renegade



Originally Published: 01/29/2008 on Kweevak.com
Had i still lived in NY, i would've been at this show! :::pout:: Glad it was a good one. I hope they keep MITW in the setlist. I can't remember the last time i heard that one live- maybe in 2001?

glad to see some positive feedback on Back Door Slam. checked them out at the HOB a few weeks ago. great young band. If you like blues, check 'em out.

[Barbara]

Had i still lived in NY, i would've been at this show! :::pout:: Glad it was a good one. I hope they keep MITW in the setlist. I can't remember the last time i heard that one live- maybe in 2001?

WOW!
That's EXCELLENT!! Now if they'd throw "Love In The Midnite" in once in a while, they'd have one hell of a Must Not Miss show!

[Grotelul]

here's the link:

http://www.kweevak.com/files-articles/r ... 9_styx.php

Styx: Rockin' The Palisades!
A Kweevak.com Rock Report by Rich and Laura Lynch

Styx has had a dramatic and diverse history. Starting out in the early 70's as a progressive group they would end the decade as the prototype for arena rock success with four consecutive tripe-platinum albums to their credit. With many peaks and valleys Styx has stood the test of time. They are still a solid touring unit and 2008 will see the band sharing triple bills with Def Leppard and REO Speedwagon for a much anticipated summer tour.

The current Stygian line-up includes long term members Tommy Shaw and James "JY" Young playing guitars with Lawrence Gowan on keyboards, Todd Sucherman on drums and Ricky Phillips (along with the occasional guest appearance by founder Chuck Panozzo) on bass.

The BergenPAC is in the heart of the rock solid Palisades region and situated in the center of a city brimming with restaurants and stores. The BergenPAC is an older theater with charm and history. Many greats have graced its stage including Styx who rocked out the Palisades on Friday January 25, 2008.

Playing to a capacity crowd, Styx came out strong with "Blue Collar Man" and "The Grand Illusion". The fans were on their feet and Tommy quickly made a connection, encouraging the crowd to clap along. Lawrence was playing some flashy keys as his board spun around and Shaw prowled the stage. The band's execution was energetic. Both hits were enthusiastically received by the audience who was acknowledged by Tommy throughout the night with many shout-outs to the town of Englewood.

"Lorelei" was vibrant allowing Todd Sucherman to demonstrate that he is a drummer of poise and power combined with the able Ricky Phillips on bass. The rhythm team played over lavish guitar licks melding with lush keys. The song - like many of Styx's compositions - progressed through a number of mixed musical movements. Afterwards Tommy enthused, "this is an awesome place for rock and roll... we got a lot of music for you."

The new and catchy "One With Everything" was multi-pronged featuring harmonizing vocals and a giant chorus. The song is the title track from the band's most recent musical project - the ambitious dual CD and DVD release featuring a live concert with full orchestral accompaniment. The new track followed Styx's popular, familiar format and proved the band are still capable of writing relevant and inspiring songs.

"Lady" was aptly played and sung by Lawrence Gowan. Dennis DeYoung's signature songs were generally accepted by the crowd who were on its feet and remained standing for a rocking version of the popular "Too Much Time On My Hands".

Along with the power-pop ballads, Styx included some of their more reflective songs such as "Boat On The River", the atmospheric "Snowblind" and later "Crystal Ball" which started off subtle before building momentum and culminating in intricate instrumentation. "Man in the Wilderness" completed the trio of songs which showcased fan favorite Tommy Shaw on acoustic guitar.

Styx closed their substantial set with the rocking "Miss America" and "Come Sail Away" which started with snippets from other great rock songs, soared on solos and encouraged more audience participation. The encore included "Everything All The Time" and "Renagade" with Gowan playing the keyboards backwards and Tommy saying "sing it" which of course everyone did - thus ending the night on a high note.

Friday's setlist reflected the diversity and dynamic of Styx's catalogue which has hits, progressive pieces, power ballads and solid rockers. They played their crowd pleasing classics along with a couple of more recent songs and a whimsical version of The Beatles' "I Am The Walrus". Styx's music has stood the test of time and the current incarnation is very much a viable vessel. As a live touring band they continue to wind on down the river - successfully navigating through four decades of music industry triumph and turbulence!

Opening for Styx on Friday was Back Door Slam a younthful power trio from the Isle of Man. But, don't let their looks or age fool you. Back Door Slam played an animated five song set which included two catchy originals from their debut album and impressive interpretations of Cream and Jimi Hendrix. The band is well versed in the blues and rock and their set featured powerful rhythms and sizzling guitar solos. Bandleader, singer and guitarist Davy Knowles' playing was top notch and you could get the feeling he might be the next big thing in the world of blues guitar. At least the audience thought so - cheering enthusiastically and often for the dazzling show opener. Their cover of Robert Cray's "Back Door Slam", which inspired their name was sassy blending up-tempo blues in a rock and roll context. Hopefully, we will be hearing more from this up-and-coming group.

SETLIST
1. Blue Collar Man
2. The Grand Illusion
3. Lorelei
4. One With Everything
5. Lady
6. Too Much Time on My Hands
7. Snowblind
8. Beetoven
9. I Am The Walrus
10. Boat On The River
11. Man In The Wilderness
12. Crystal Ball
13. Suite Madame Blue
14. Fooling Yourself
15. Miss America
16. Come Sail Away

Encore
17. Everything All The Time
18. Renegade



Originally Published: 01/29/2008 on Kweevak.com
Had i still lived in NY, i would've been at this show! :::pout:: Glad it was a good one. I hope they keep MITW in the setlist. I can't remember the last time i heard that one live- maybe in 2001?

glad to see some positive feedback on Back Door Slam. checked them out at the HOB a few weeks ago. great young band. If you like blues, check 'em out.

And only four of those 17 songs were soley written by Dennis. Hmmmm....

[StyxCollector]

And only four of those 17 songs were soley written by Dennis. Hmmmm....

The setlist is the same core one they've been doing for awhile. Doesn't make it good or bad or prove anything. They've pretty much avoided DDY songs sans CSA, Lady, and Grand Illusion since about 2002.

Nice to see "Snowblind" and "Man In The Wilderness", though.

So basically, nothing new, nothing to see here ...

[styxfanNH]

For everyone that complains that all they do is play Dennis' songs just look at the list. And arguably, all the members had input into the songs not just the person credited with the writing of the song. Dennis influenced the songs of the others as much as they influenced his.

[StyxCollector]

For everyone that complains that all they do is play Dennis' songs just look at the list. And arguably, all the members had input into the songs not just the person credited with the writing of the song. Dennis influenced the songs of the others as much as they influenced his.

Unless it was early on (like 2000/2001), they have never done more than 3 - 4 DDY tunes post-1999. I never understood where people thought that the sets were DDY heavy at all.

However, I disagree a bit with your main point. I think up to and through Po8, they all had more influence on each other by the time things got recorded. Cornerstone seems to be the line in the sand.

[BidForGreen]

here's the link:

http://www.kweevak.com/files-articles/r ... 9_styx.php

Styx: Rockin' The Palisades!
A Kweevak.com Rock Report by Rich and Laura Lynch

Styx has had a dramatic and diverse history. Starting out in the early 70's as a progressive group they would end the decade as the prototype for arena rock success with four consecutive tripe-platinum albums to their credit. With many peaks and valleys Styx has stood the test of time. They are still a solid touring unit and 2008 will see the band sharing triple bills with Def Leppard and REO Speedwagon for a much anticipated summer tour.

The current Stygian line-up includes long term members Tommy Shaw and James "JY" Young playing guitars with Lawrence Gowan on keyboards, Todd Sucherman on drums and Ricky Phillips (along with the occasional guest appearance by founder Chuck Panozzo) on bass.

The BergenPAC is in the heart of the rock solid Palisades region and situated in the center of a city brimming with restaurants and stores. The BergenPAC is an older theater with charm and history. Many greats have graced its stage including Styx who rocked out the Palisades on Friday January 25, 2008.

Playing to a capacity crowd, Styx came out strong with "Blue Collar Man" and "The Grand Illusion". The fans were on their feet and Tommy quickly made a connection, encouraging the crowd to clap along. Lawrence was playing some flashy keys as his board spun around and Shaw prowled the stage. The band's execution was energetic. Both hits were enthusiastically received by the audience who was acknowledged by Tommy throughout the night with many shout-outs to the town of Englewood.

"Lorelei" was vibrant allowing Todd Sucherman to demonstrate that he is a drummer of poise and power combined with the able Ricky Phillips on bass. The rhythm team played over lavish guitar licks melding with lush keys. The song - like many of Styx's compositions - progressed through a number of mixed musical movements. Afterwards Tommy enthused, "this is an awesome place for rock and roll... we got a lot of music for you."

The new and catchy "One With Everything" was multi-pronged featuring harmonizing vocals and a giant chorus. The song is the title track from the band's most recent musical project - the ambitious dual CD and DVD release featuring a live concert with full orchestral accompaniment. The new track followed Styx's popular, familiar format and proved the band are still capable of writing relevant and inspiring songs.

"Lady" was aptly played and sung by Lawrence Gowan. Dennis DeYoung's signature songs were generally accepted by the crowd who were on its feet and remained standing for a rocking version of the popular "Too Much Time On My Hands".

Along with the power-pop ballads, Styx included some of their more reflective songs such as "Boat On The River", the atmospheric "Snowblind" and later "Crystal Ball" which started off subtle before building momentum and culminating in intricate instrumentation. "Man in the Wilderness" completed the trio of songs which showcased fan favorite Tommy Shaw on acoustic guitar.

Styx closed their substantial set with the rocking "Miss America" and "Come Sail Away" which started with snippets from other great rock songs, soared on solos and encouraged more audience participation. The encore included "Everything All The Time" and "Renagade" with Gowan playing the keyboards backwards and Tommy saying "sing it" which of course everyone did - thus ending the night on a high note.

Friday's setlist reflected the diversity and dynamic of Styx's catalogue which has hits, progressive pieces, power ballads and solid rockers. They played their crowd pleasing classics along with a couple of more recent songs and a whimsical version of The Beatles' "I Am The Walrus". Styx's music has stood the test of time and the current incarnation is very much a viable vessel. As a live touring band they continue to wind on down the river - successfully navigating through four decades of music industry triumph and turbulence!

Opening for Styx on Friday was Back Door Slam a younthful power trio from the Isle of Man. But, don't let their looks or age fool you. Back Door Slam played an animated five song set which included two catchy originals from their debut album and impressive interpretations of Cream and Jimi Hendrix. The band is well versed in the blues and rock and their set featured powerful rhythms and sizzling guitar solos. Bandleader, singer and guitarist Davy Knowles' playing was top notch and you could get the feeling he might be the next big thing in the world of blues guitar. At least the audience thought so - cheering enthusiastically and often for the dazzling show opener. Their cover of Robert Cray's "Back Door Slam", which inspired their name was sassy blending up-tempo blues in a rock and roll context. Hopefully, we will be hearing more from this up-and-coming group.

SETLIST
1. Blue Collar Man
2. The Grand Illusion
3. Lorelei
4. One With Everything
5. Lady
6. Too Much Time on My Hands
7. Snowblind
8. Beetoven
9. I Am The Walrus
10. Boat On The River
11. Man In The Wilderness
12. Crystal Ball
13. Suite Madame Blue
14. Fooling Yourself
15. Miss America
16. Come Sail Away

Encore
17. Everything All The Time
18. Renegade



Originally Published: 01/29/2008 on Kweevak.com
Had i still lived in NY, i would've been at this show! :::pout:: Glad it was a good one. I hope they keep MITW in the setlist. I can't remember the last time i heard that one live- maybe in 2001?

glad to see some positive feedback on Back Door Slam. checked them out at the HOB a few weeks ago. great young band. If you like blues, check 'em out.

Exact same setlist as I saw at Wild Bills in Atlanta. Nothing different - let's hope the sound quality was better at this show.

[styxfanNH]

For everyone that complains that all they do is play Dennis' songs just look at the list. And arguably, all the members had input into the songs not just the person credited with the writing of the song. Dennis influenced the songs of the others as much as they influenced his.

Unless it was early on (like 2000/2001), they have never done more than 3 - 4 DDY tunes post-1999. I never understood where people thought that the sets were DDY heavy at all.

However, I disagree a bit with your main point. I think up to and through Po8, they all had more influence on each other by the time things got recorded. Cornerstone seems to be the line in the sand.[/quote]

I think writing credits really reers who brought the original structure of the song to the band. But by the time it is recorded, each member has added this or that to the song that wasn't there in the beginning. This is really what I was referring to. Change a pattern here, add this couple of measures there, alter that lyric etc etc makes it a collective work. Some may say that is the other artists interpretation of the song, but I feel that when a band is molding a song, they all have a piece in it - it's not just HERE .... Play this.

But many bands just credit the original member that brought the premise or structure of the song.

It's just on this board, you would think (according to some) that Dennis walked into the studio, handed JY John and Chuck a score and Tommy a recording and said play this as written. And I would bet anything that it was far from the way it happened at any point they were together.

The others may not have liked the style of some of the songs, but they still added to it and it's final outcome.

[sadie65]

For everyone that complains that all they do is play Dennis' songs just look at the list. And arguably, all the members had input into the songs not just the person credited with the writing of the song. Dennis influenced the songs of the others as much as they influenced his.

Unless it was early on (like 2000/2001), they have never done more than 3 - 4 DDY tunes post-1999. I never understood where people thought that the sets were DDY heavy at all.

However, I disagree a bit with your main point. I think up to and through Po8, they all had more influence on each other by the time things got recorded. Cornerstone seems to be the line in the sand.[/quote]

I think writing credits really reers who brought the original structure of the song to the band. But by the time it is recorded, each member has added this or that to the song that wasn't there in the beginning. This is really what I was referring to. Change a pattern here, add this couple of measures there, alter that lyric etc etc makes it a collective work. Some may say that is the other artists interpretation of the song, but I feel that when a band is molding a song, they all have a piece in it - it's not just HERE .... Play this.

But many bands just credit the original member that brought the premise or structure of the song.

It's just on this board, you would think (according to some) that Dennis walked into the studio, handed JY John and Chuck a score and Tommy a recording and said play this as written. And I would bet anything that it was far from the way it happened at any point they were together.

The others may not have liked the style of some of the songs, but they still added to it and it's final outcome.

I can't speak for everyone on this board, but I don't think the band relies on the Dennis penned/sung material all that much. I think it's been argued here and elsewhere that perhaps they veer too far away from it leaving the nostalgia base wondering where the more radio friendly songs were that they remembered.

I fully agree that each brought more to a song/songs than is credited. Dennis does not walk on water, nor did he make the band on his own. I think it's also safe to say that it comes across as some here feeling as though his contributions to the band should be denied. And again, I come back to the idea that it is what you look for in terms of entertainment and enjoyment that gives anyone focus, or lack there of.

I think the review posted here indicates that the band is still a solid performing entity. Whilst not my cup of tea, I can respect that. I certainly hope that perhaps a review or a concert experience can at some point stop turning into a tired rehash of whose contributions to the band meant the most or should be honored the most.

[MCM]

Wow, looks to me like the reviewer (is that a word) did their homework and had a rock n roll dictionary handy when writing that. I'm pleased to see Man in the Wilderness making the list and I'm always pleased to hear when they put on a good show, can't help it I still love em.

[Roboto750]

Wow, looks to me like the reviewer (is that a word) did their homework and had a rock n roll dictionary handy when writing that. I'm pleased to see Man in the Wilderness making the list and I'm always pleased to hear when they put on a good show, can't help it I still love em.

If its anything like the show they just did a week or so ago here in GA, it's only Tommy singing a few lines solo, leading into Crystal Ball. In fact, I'll go out on a limb and say it is exactly how they did it for this show as well, as everything else is EXACTLY the same according to the review/set list above. It is very misleading how they have it listed.

It should also be noted that the "classic rock snippets" before CSA, can hardly be called that. It's just a revamped version of the same intro Larry has given for the song for a while now, where he comes out and "warms up" the crowd to sing a long (which spoils the impact of the opening notes to CSA for first timers). In this case, Larry has the crowd sing along to a couple other well known songs by singing a few words and having to crowd respond back by completeing the next line. I'm surprised they even bothered to note it in the review.

[elmotano]

I saw Styx in Peekskill last week. They rocked! Sound was amazing....it was , for me , the perfect volume. I would love to see them drop Lady and Lorelei from the set, not because of LG or JY singing them, but, the because the lyrics just don't do it for me any more. To me they are just dated songs. Maybe they can cut those songs and add a Midnight Ride or play the full version of Man in the Wilderness or how about Superstars?
Just an opinion, but I will stick to it. I will have to say, I do miss Babe, I didn't get to go to the bathroom the whole show.

[pinkfloyd1973]

I saw Styx in Peekskill last week. They rocked! Sound was amazing....it was , for me , the perfect volume. I would love to see them drop Lady and Lorelei from the set, not because of LG or JY singing them, but, the because the lyrics just don't do it for me any more. To me they are just dated songs. Maybe they can cut those songs and add a Midnight Ride or play the full version of Man in the Wilderness or how about Superstars?
Just an opinion, but I will stick to it. I will have to say, I do miss Babe, I didn't get to go to the bathroom the whole show.

[DarwinNebraska]

Lame show.

[elmotano]

I saw Styx in Peekskill last week. They rocked! Sound was amazing....it was , for me , the perfect volume. I would love to see them drop Lady and Lorelei from the set, not because of LG or JY singing them, but, the because the lyrics just don't do it for me any more. To me they are just dated songs. Maybe they can cut those songs and add a Midnight Ride or play the full version of Man in the Wilderness or how about Superstars?
Just an opinion, but I will stick to it. I will have to say, I do miss Babe, I didn't get to go to the bathroom the whole show.

Hey I am a DDY fan, I go see his shoes too. Maybe I am one of the few who appreciates both sides. But to be honest even when I hear Dennis sing those songs, I don't know, to me they don't seem like lyrics someone in 50's or 60 should be singing. Who, knows, if I make it that far, maybe I will change my mind again.

[elmotano]

I saw Styx in Peekskill last week. They rocked! Sound was amazing....it was , for me , the perfect volume. I would love to see them drop Lady and Lorelei from the set, not because of LG or JY singing them, but, the because the lyrics just don't do it for me any more. To me they are just dated songs. Maybe they can cut those songs and add a Midnight Ride or play the full version of Man in the Wilderness or how about Superstars?
Just an opinion, but I will stick to it. I will have to say, I do miss Babe, I didn't get to go to the bathroom the whole show.

Hey I am a DDY fan, I go see his shoes too. Maybe I am one of the few who appreciates both sides. But to be honest even when I hear Dennis sing those songs, I don't know, to me they don't seem like lyrics someone in 50's or 60 should be singing. Who, knows, if I make it that far, maybe I will change my mind again.

Thats shows not shoes....but there's a song I'd love to hear Styx do....shoooooz

[Barbara]

Dennis does wear the nicest shoes, though! As a matter of fact, I'm gonna take a picture of them when I see him in concert.

[sadie65]

I saw Styx in Peekskill last week. They rocked! Sound was amazing....it was , for me , the perfect volume. I would love to see them drop Lady and Lorelei from the set, not because of LG or JY singing them, but, the because the lyrics just don't do it for me any more. To me they are just dated songs. Maybe they can cut those songs and add a Midnight Ride or play the full version of Man in the Wilderness or how about Superstars?
Just an opinion, but I will stick to it. I will have to say, I do miss Babe, I didn't get to go to the bathroom the whole show.

Hey I am a DDY fan, I go see his shoes too. Maybe I am one of the few who appreciates both sides. But to be honest even when I hear Dennis sing those songs, I don't know, to me they don't seem like lyrics someone in 50's or 60 should be singing. Who, knows, if I make it that far, maybe I will change my mind again.

Then JY shouldn't be singing Lorelei using that criteria. I really tend to think that because Dennis has gone to his natural grey/white that people have a harder time with him singing songs from their heyday. Doesn't bother me in the least.

[sadie65]

Dennis does wear the nicest shoes, though! As a matter of fact, I'm gonna take a picture of them when I see him in concert.

Ah yes...but then there are those who ask for their picture to be taken holding his shoe...and no...I am not making that one up. Long story............

[elmotano]

I saw Styx in Peekskill last week. They rocked! Sound was amazing....it was , for me , the perfect volume. I would love to see them drop Lady and Lorelei from the set, not because of LG or JY singing them, but, the because the lyrics just don't do it for me any more. To me they are just dated songs. Maybe they can cut those songs and add a Midnight Ride or play the full version of Man in the Wilderness or how about Superstars?
Just an opinion, but I will stick to it. I will have to say, I do miss Babe, I didn't get to go to the bathroom the whole show.

Hey I am a DDY fan, I go see his shoes too. Maybe I am one of the few who appreciates both sides. But to be honest even when I hear Dennis sing those songs, I don't know, to me they don't seem like lyrics someone in 50's or 60 should be singing. Who, knows, if I make it that far, maybe I will change my mind again.

Then JY shouldn't be singing Lorelei using that criteria. I really tend to think that because Dennis has gone to his natural grey/white that people have a harder time with him singing songs from their heyday. Doesn't bother me in the least.

That's what I said, I'd prefer there be no Lorelei in the set, JY singing, Dennis singing it, Lawrence singing it, Tommy singing it, Tommy's dog singing it.....I'd rather one of the other songs I mentioned.

[bugsymalone]

Then JY shouldn't be singing Lorelei using that criteria. I really tend to think that because Dennis has gone to his natural grey/white that people have a harder time with him singing songs from their heyday. Doesn't bother me in the least.

Bingo, Sadie!

Ah yes...but then there are those who ask for their picture to be taken holding his shoe...and no...I am not making that one up. Long story............

But then, there are those who get their fingers stepped on (purely accidentally, mind you!) by said shoes, too.


Bugsy

[stabbim]

But to be honest even when I hear Dennis sing those songs, I don't know, to me they don't seem like lyrics someone in 50's or 60 should be singing. Who, knows, if I make it that far, maybe I will change my mind again.

Then JY shouldn't be singing Lorelei using that criteria. I really tend to think that because Dennis has gone to his natural grey/white that people have a harder time with him singing songs from their heyday. Doesn't bother me in the least.

I don't think anyone should be singing the lyrics to "Lorelei" ever, irrespective of age or party affiliation.

But that's probably just me.

[classicstyxfan]

"That's what I said, I'd prefer there be no Lorelei in the set, JY singing, Dennis singing it, Lawrence singing it, Tommy singing it, Tommy's dog singing it.....I'd rather one of the other songs I mentioned."



you know............for all of the people clamoring for Styx to change up their setlist, maybe Tommy's dog SHOULD sing Loreli

If he/she does a good job, they could turn over all of larrys vocals to the pooch

[sadie65]

"That's what I said, I'd prefer there be no Lorelei in the set, JY singing, Dennis singing it, Lawrence singing it, Tommy singing it, Tommy's dog singing it.....I'd rather one of the other songs I mentioned."



you know............for all of the people clamoring for Styx to change up their setlist, maybe Tommy's dog SHOULD sing Loreli

If he/she does a good job, they could turn over all of larrys vocals to the pooch

And then they could change up the lyrics to This Old Man....add the famous kids version

his old man , he played two,

He played knick knack on his shoe,

With a knick, knack, paddy whack,

Give the dog a bone;

This old man came rolling home.

It would add a deep cut and the pay for the dog would be less than what Gowan would earn.

(insert Saturday night idiocy into this post here)

[classicstyxfan]

"A Salty Dog" could be another one TS's pooch could take a stab at.......