DDY Quad Cities Interview

[sadie65]

http://www.qctimes.com/articles/2008/07 ... 210884.txt

At age 61, it’s still the best of times for Dennis DeYoung.

The former Styx lead singer, who is performing Thursday night at Riverboat Days in Clinton, Iowa, is reliving the music of the Chicago-born band that he fronted until 1999, as well as composing a musical that’s a hit in a Chicago theater and releasing his sixth solo album.

From somewhere in northern Canada, with tongue firmly planted in cheek, he answered these e-mailed interview questions from Go&Do:

Q: You played at the former Mark of the Quad-Cities in Moline during 2004 and are now playing an outdoor festival setting. What are the differences in your show?

A: This will be a rock concert and not a rock symphony show. Last time, we had a 30-piece orchestra with the rock band. This will be rock band city. You know, two guitars, bass and drums, two keyboards, singers and a partridge in a pear tree. The music will sound like the original recordings, only louder and sweatier.

Q: After years and years of preparation, your “Hunchback of Notre Dame” finally opened in Chicago. What was it like to have your “baby” born after all that time?

A: After the spinal, I felt much better. Mounting a musical is a bit like childbirth without the best part, of course, which happens nine months prior. “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” has just been extended at the Bailiwick Theater in Chicago until Aug. 31, which has been a pleasant surprise. Great reviews, great attendance and a great cast.

Q: How is the post-viral infection that made you sensitive to light?

A: I still have it, but it doesn't interfere with my semi-normal life. Remember, I’m an aging rock star and the envy of millions. What more do I want? Make that the envy of hundreds.

Q: What’s the relationship with you and the rest of Styx these days? Are either of you considering it a permanent separation?

A: Apparently we’re seeing other people.

Q: Aside from touring, what’s in the future for you?

A: My album “One Hundred Years From Now” will released this fall on Rounder Records. It was released last summer in Canada, and it spawned a No. 1 hit on the pop, (adult contemporary) and rock charts in Quebec. The single was the title track. I will be touring Germany this December in “The Night of the Proms,” a concert tour featuring a symphony orchestra with Tears for Fears, Robin Gibb and 10 CC. Future plans include balancing comedy with tragedy, spending time with family and friends, and reminding myself daily how fortunate I have been.

— David Burke

[classicstyxfan]

so now 100 years will be released in the fall.............pardon me for not believing it until I see it !

[sadie65]

so now 100 years will be released in the fall.............pardon me for not believing it until I see it !

Cranky this morning are we?

You ought to know the DeYoungs by now. At some point it will get released. It won't tear up the charts. Die hards will have already bought it. Personally I thought it a cute interview.

Happy 4th everyone

[classicstyxfan]

I liked when he changed "millions" to "hundreds" and the we're seeing other people remark. Oh, and I am cranky because I am at work until 3:30 this afternoon.

The CD will probably be released the same week Styx fires Gowan

[sadie65]

I liked when he changed "millions" to "hundreds" and the we're seeing other people remark. Oh, and I am cranky because I am at work until 3:30 this afternoon.

The CD will probably be released the same week Styx fires Gowan

Yes, it is his sense of humor that I enjoy here. We all know he has a history of well...taking his time on projects. From what little I understand (no cracks there mister), it is truly waiting on the duet partner to finish his portion.

As for working, truly sorry for you there, but then, my current position finds me working upwards of 12-14 days...and sniffle, I worked 14 of them last Saturday doing physical inventory. Sniffle. Sulk. Pout.

Hopefully you can enjoy what remains of your day.

[bugsymalone]

Thanks for the interview, Sadie. As usual, some clever stuff in there.
Honestly. If he would release the album around time for Christmas sales, I would be quite happy.

You ought to know the DeYoungs by now. At some point it will get released. It won't tear up the charts. Die hards will have already bought it.

True, this!
Sorry about your having to work today, Classic. That totally sucks.
Adding that happy 4th to all as well.

Bugsy

[classicstyxfan]

dont feel sorry for me.........Im gettting holiday pay plus time & 1/2.......and have the next 4 days off. I wouldnt mind at all , except the weather is perfect, and I have a window seat.

[bugsymalone]

dont feel sorry for me.........Im gettting holiday pay plus time & 1/2.......and have the next 4 days off. I wouldnt mind at all , except the weather is perfect, and I have a window seat.

Why you......... I reTRACT my "sorry" statement.

You get your 4th on the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th!

Bugsy

[AnnieOprah]

I liked when he changed "millions" to "hundreds" and the we're seeing other people remark. Oh, and I am cranky because I am at work until 3:30 this afternoon.

The CD will probably be released the same week Styx fires Gowan

Yes, it is his sense of humor that I enjoy here. We all know he has a history of well...taking his time on projects. From what little I understand (no cracks there mister), it is truly waiting on the duet partner to finish his portion.

As for working, truly sorry for you there, but then, my current position finds me working upwards of 12-14 days...and sniffle, I worked 14 of them last Saturday doing physical inventory. Sniffle. Sulk. Pout.

Hopefully you can enjoy what remains of your day.

Look on the bright side...at least he's not Tom Scholz...now there is a guy that takes a while to finish a project...