Styx - Fooling Yourself - The Return Tour 2021 -Alpharetta Ga 6/18/21 Front Row.
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- Styx performing this all time classic live from the Front Row of the Ameris Bank Amphitheater in Alpharetta Georgia 6/18/21. The great Tommy Shaw delivers on this classic!!!
I think Tommy Shaw gets younger every year. What a treasure.
Right. He turned 68 today. I saw him last night and boy did he look and sound great!
Agree, the years have been good to him
Tommy's daughter, Hannah Shaw, is an even bigger treasure. As 'Kitten Lady', she has personally saved hundreds of kittens and saved thousands of cats by teaching us shelter volunteers how to care for neonatal kittens. Thank you Tommy Shaw for not only your brilliance but for having a daughter who has made a huge impact on many animals' lives. Hannah is a real gift!
Yah... I can't beleive his looks. He could pass for someone in their 30's! So youthful looking!
When he sings " and only me" at the end of Radio Silence, he sounds exactly like he did on intro of Renegade, a thousand years ago. The Mission has so much greatness , they sound like a bunch of young hungry kids just starting
Journey, Foreigner, Styx and Kansas...the big 4 through the late 70's and 80's. It was the golden era of modern rock. It was an amazing time to be old enough to witness it.
Don't forget Boston 👍🏼
I would include speed wagon
Long Live Arena Rock!
It absolutely was!
it was even better seeing all of them in concert back in late 70's and then early 80's... good today, but sorry not like it was
Tommy Shaws voice hasn't faltered in anyway. Still got it after all these years.
AMAZING!!!!!!
Tommy shaw has one of the best voices he still sounds the same amazing
Styx is one of the few bands that sound in concert as they do on the record. They play no tricks in the recording room.
I agree! The only other band I can think of is Journey (Steve Perry era)... it was insane how their live and studio recordings sounded SO similar.
Kansas too! I saw them both together in Denver & it was incredible!
Seems a lot of the bands that started in the 70's, were the real deal. I saw Styx a few years ago, and they sounded amazing. These guys are not that young.
Rodger Waters is still touring with Perfect Sounding Live Shows!
Rush (but, maybe not exactly on the last three or so tours - especially with Geddy’s voice).
Something so Magical about these guys. I started enjoying their Lyrics and Music during Highschool in the seventies in San Antonio, Texas
Last night in Youngstown. Tommy opened up stating they were going to perform for us a rock-n-roll show and they did just that. The finest professional high energy rock and roll performance by one of the longest, hardest working stars from my generation is exactly what we experienced.
I was at that show too! What an amazing night!!!
Boy, I should have been there
Youngstown is only an 1 1/2 hrs fm me
Seen Styx in concert at Casino Rama in Orillia Ontario Canada absolutely fabulous also Seen them at the CNE years ago in Toronto.....just enjoy there music..and believe they get better with age.....the GOAT of rock and roll
Tommy Shaw and the band treat Dennis horribly. There's no reason for it. Classless.
Dennis went overboard with wanting theri concerts to be rock opera kind of things. He needed to go and do his thing on broadway...cuz that's where that belongs. Mr. Roboto at TexasJam SUCKED.
@@TexTom1981 There's that Behind the music mentality again. I followed Styx from 1975-2000. Saw them every tour. Tours back then centered around a new album; there was often a theme, not just with Styx. The entire band and fans were into it. The only tour that I would say comes close to a "rock opera thing" was the Kilroy tour, 1984. Perhaps in hindsight it wasn't the best move. No other tour, including the "Return to Paradise" in 1997 was that extreme. The "Broadway reference" is another lie perpetuated by JY. Dennis did a Broadway show and album as he puts it "as a favor to a friend", during a time when he was trying to persuade Tommy to return to the band. As he has also said, had Tommy not quit, he would never have released it or any solo albums. And and he certainly never attempted to incorporate "Broadway" into Styx. It's just not true.
But that wasn't my point. Everyone has songs they like or dislike more than others, including the band members. But they go beyond that. They treat him like a pariah. Mr Roboto is one song. As a huge Dennis fan, I wouldn't mind never hearing that one again. Or Babe. They aren't bad songs, in their time, but there's much better songs by Dennis: Lady, Suite Madame Blue, Light up, Grand Illusion, Come Sail Away, Castle Walls, Borrowed time, Pieces of eight...
There wouldn't be a band today if it wasn't for Dennis. They could, and should, show a little more respect.
Styx is a song machine! Great harmonies, fantastic playing, awesome music. So many hits one after the other.
Man, Tommy’s voice is beautiful!!
His range, control, pronunciation, texture, and tone are incredible!!
Even with age he’s just as good or better. AND he’s a great guitar player & writer.
His playing is Very underrated!! 🙏🏼
Tommy Shaw has aged like fine wine. Still love him
I was there - great concert. It was so nice to have this as my first post-pandemic concert.
Their great music keeps them young! They are timeless! ♡♡♡♡
I was at this show in Bridgeport, CT. Tommy is amazing. His vocals were spot on and he looks terrific. Talk about age just being a number! Dennis was also incredible. I mean come on. Lady was sung beautifully. This band has truly stood the test of time. Hope they continue to tour. I never tire of their music. Will remain a fan forever.
lol Dennis has been locked out and ignored by this band for over 20 years. Hilarious so-called "fans" think that is Dennis.
That isn't Dennis.
Not Dennis, Lawrence Gowan a succesful Canadian solo artist( A Criminal Mind) replaced Dennis 23 years ago and has been with the band ever since.
I've had a mad, MAD crush on Tommy Shaw forever! Talented and good looking guy for sure.😍😘
Wonderful to see they’re able to tour again. You can tell they are so thrilled to be back.
Just saw them last night... they were amazing and this song was one of the highlights, and a long time favorite
Was at this show, have seen Styx dozens of times since about 1979, my wife even saw them play at her high school. One of our favorite bands
One of the great rock bands of our time.. true talent...
Saw them in Clearwater last night. They were fantastic! Best concert I've been to in a long time.
Going again tonight in Augusta, GA.... More Videos tomorrow.
I was there as well, they never disappoint
When most old bands play, I don't want to hear their new music. With Styx, I PRIMARILY want their new music. The Mission is their best by far
these were some of the best memories of my life, because i had never seen my dad so happy, thank you tommy. R.I.P daddy love you until and after ashley, robert, and terry nance
Awesome band.... Always jammed with them over the years
I saw DDY twice in the past 5 years. Close your eyes and you think you are lisstening to the Styx of the '70s, '80s
Idk the guitarists and drummer not so much in DeYoungs band
Agreed I'd rather see Dennis in concert than this mostly cover band.
Todd killing it on drums as usual !
That's what happens when you're one of the world's best drummers ever.
Todd is not on drums
@@bradfauth3657 Uuuum, yes that’s Todd Sucherman on drums
thank you Dennis!!!!!!!
Thank you for the post for the clearest Styx video I've seen on TH-cam. Bravo 👏
I regret never seeing Stxy in person since I bought most of their albums in the 70's and 80's. I did see Dennis De Young and the music of Styx in 2004 which was really good.
Saw them this past Sunday and they rocked!
They are a good cover band.
Insanely great live band!
Love styx, from the beginning seen them 9 times
One of the best Show's I've seen!! Long time favorite band!!
The guy on the keyboard, Lawrence Gowan, is incredibly talented. I play the piano and would give anything to play like that. Chucky you’re a true genius. Thank you from all of us fans.
Proof that clean living is the key to success and longevity. Tommy hasn't had a drink or drugs in over 30 years and has maintained his fitness being a vegetarian. His voice is pristine. You'd be hard pressed to find anyone who has been touring for nearly 50 years with a voice as well-preserved as his.
Answer to your question Dennis DeYoung
@@l.t.w8985 Dennis still has a great voice, but you can definitely hear the strain/limitations in his live performances over the last couple of years. Granted, he's a few years older than Tommy. But again, Tommy has been touring heavily non-stop, whereas Dennis has taken very long breaks and never had anywhere close to a grueling touring schedule as Tommy. Sorry, not the same.
Really? Paul Rodgers makes him look and sound like an amateur. In EVERY WAY. And I will still take Dennis over Tommy any day of the week.
@@hutch1197 When Dennis comes to Montreal, he plays to a sold out Place des Arts for an entire week and could probably sell out another. When the current 'Styx' comes to town, they are playing an out-of-town rock bar for one night and are lucky to fill the place.
@@barcham Who cares??? I posted a comment about Tommy's voice and everyone has to turn it into a Tommy vs. Dennis thing. ("Dennis sells more tickets than Tommy. Take that!") The glory days for these guys was 40 years ago and you people can't move on.
We’re going to see Styx next month. Can’t wait to see them for the 5th time! They never fail to put on a fabulous show! Loved this video! Thank you!
Me too!! My 14th!
What city
Going to see Styx tonight. I was born one year before the band formed :)
Me and my daughter seen them 2 days ago in Alpharetta 6-18 -21 it was an awesome concert 🎸
You'll have a lot of fun good luck and stay safe 😊
@@TK-sm5jt It was a good show. The most amazing thing is they don't seem to have lost an inch in sound quality from vocals to instrumentals. Their new songs are not bad either.
@@kennethturner8290 I agree brother they haven't lost one step. That concert was awesome! Thru the whole concert the ground was shaking! It was so loud 🎸 🔊
@@kennethturner8290 I was there too, great night, great energy!
He’s
Adorably
Talented
Love You
Tommy
Thank you for not shooting vertical video.
Landscape is almost always better than "portrait"
Sooo nice 2 see u again Styx
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Just saw them in Boner Springs KS on 6-25-21. Styx sounds as good as they ever had and put on a phenomenal show. The instrumentals were spot on and their vocals sounded great. A shout out to Collective Soul as well as the were very good as well. The entire concert was great.
Yep I seen them in 6/18/21 in Alpharetta Georgia 🎸
Honestly, they're tighter and more energetic now than I've ever seen them in concert...
They really sound good. Tommy still has his voice. Many of their contemporaries can't say the same, especially vocally.
What he meant to say is Dennis Deyoung talked the P bros into starting a trio in 1962 and the rest is history.😎
Tommy or JY will never, ever acknowledge Dennis for anything because of their decades old fight now. Without him also there wouldn't be Styx and Tommy should be grateful since if John Curulewski had never left he wouldn't be in the band today. What a shame.
Dennis openly praises Tommy and JY in his most recent interview just a few days ago. Those two are being the assholes.
Tommy is the asshole not JY, Tommy always resented Dennis's vocal capabilities and viewed him as a threat.
Shame on you Tommy Shaw for your resentment and total dismissal of the guy who started Styx, along with JY, and the Panozzo Brothers. Tommy, you have always been a great addition to Styx and Styx wouldn't be the same without you...but, DON'T EVER FORGET WHO GAVE YOU YOUR START! Your total denial of DDY is an embarrassment to the band as a whole and to yourself. Get over it and stop making Styx more about yourself than the music.
@@tacpowers right on, couldn't have said that better!
Seeing them in October can’t wait. I saw them on a ship about 5;years ago they were great
Dont forget Charles on bass; he can still play! THE founding member; with his late brother. RIP
In all honesty, in this vid Chuck seems a little out it it though, moving slow...but... hes 73.
God bless you! Adorable Tommy, and STYX the Band
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Only regret, that I didn't fit in a concert this summer
Tommy Shaw does it for me 💙🎯👌
I was at this show. What a great night!!
Fun fact: The first time I saw Styx, The Babys, with now-Styx-bassist Richie Phillips, were the opening act.
Tommy Shaw at his finest......
I met James and Chuck back in the 80's in Vegas. Both were so nice and spent a few minutes talking with a group of us. Tommy had security guards all around him while he was buying a fur coat for his wife. Great show with the original line up.
Fantastic filming! Great show!!
What I wish I didn't know now what I didn't know then. All the awesome guitars I have had in my hands not knowing how much more awesome they are now!
Tommy and crew are remarkable
Just saw them Saturday.....FANTASTIC ON EVERY LEVEL!!!
They need to give Dennis a call. It;s not Styx without him.
Gowan >>>>> Dennis
@@001spring - He's good but not that good.
@@darrenphillips1845 He's better than Dennis imo.
@@001spring - "The Mission" was certainly a good album, and there new one has some good songs on it, but not quite as good. Dennis has a new album out, and that's really good. Check it out, if you get the chance.
I remember them playing this at Sweden Rock Festival. I was so surprised to see Chuck travelling to Europe with the band. Great show! A lot of the guys in the band weren’t in full health and Todd had to play a drum solo to get some guys to rest their voices. I was so happy!
Tommy's voice is amazing still great after all these years!!
Can't wait till this summer w/Styx touring again w/Foreigner. Kids are STOKED!
When Rock was Rock and today it's all Metal.
Metal?
Without Dennis Deyoung, you are Fooling Yourself, Styxx is just a Grand Illusion
Yeah..I see what you did there...😊
Two brothers started a band? What about the guy who lived across the street?
He rewrites history like the good old KGB
And the guy who wrote most of the songs? Shameful cuz I like all these guys but TS and JY need to forgive and make amends. They are not married. They could take the high road but they won't.
Mi canción favorita de Styx cuando tenía 12 años finales de los 70's, esta música jamás podrá repetirse, saludos desde Lima.
None of us know exactly what happened to cause all this animosity, but Roger Waters and Dave GIlmour have been at each other's throats legally for like 40 years now and, like Tommy, Dave controls the band's brand, but UNLIKE Tommy, Dave ROUTINELY praises the guy who wrote all the songs. He may hate the guy, or just wish he'd go away, but Dave Gilmour always praises Roger's songwriting in an incredibly classy and respectful way and GOSH it would be nice to see the Styx guys be that cool.
I miss Dennis De Young ..founding member.badd sad vocalist,key board player ,this guy is a clown on keyboards .
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I couldn't agree more on this one! With Floyd being at the top of my personal list, I've tracked this whole thing between both of these bands through the whole thong and I've seen both bands. I've ALWAYS liked Dennis De Young and, to me, without him, it just isn't the same. Both Tommy Shaw and Dennis De Young have their vocals and each makes those songs completely unique. Shaw might be able to pull this off because it was designed that way..but, songs like "Come Sail Away" can only be done by De Young! And, yes, I wish Shaw possessed the same "quiet desperation" that Gilmour (and Wright and Mason, for that matter) have always had. Floyd is known as "the thinking man's band" and I think that's why they've always been my personal favorite. But..Waters has had that same attitude towards the other 3 - especially Wright, who always got the brunt of Waters' fury unfairly. I never did understand how one founder could have such legal ramifications towards another. After all, both were there from the start. Without Wright there would be no "Great Gig", "Breathe" or "Any Colour You Like", along with a host of other amazing contributions.like "Echoes". I understand this comment completely! Now, there are two separate bands both touring as Styx and that makes absolutely no sense at all to me. The last time I saw Styx was in 96 and all 5 original members were there. It was 2 and a half hours of pure bliss because A.) they were able to do everything they're known for and B.) there was no.opening band because they had too much material to cover anyway - just like Floyd always did. I saw the recent Wall tour and the date was 10/10/10! I had to laugh to myself at the end of the show when some clown yelled "Encore!" It's The Wall, bozo! You don't get an encore! You get The Wall - and that's it.
@@sandipage9525 I, myself just made that same comment! Without De Young, it just isn't the same. Now, there are two separate bands touring under the Styx name and that's just silly. Shaw can't make Come Sail Away sound right and De Young can't do this. They need to.knock off the nonsense before it's too late - like Floyd. Waters spent all those years in animosity and now Wright's gone. They got one chance at Live 8 thanks to Bob Geldolf's smooth talking and it was at that very moment he realized the huge mistake he'd made. By then, the damage was done. Styx still has that opportunity but they need to settle their differences NOW! Life is short and our rockers are dying off. We just lost Charlie Watts and the Stones were just about to tour - AGAIN - but Watts wasn't going. I didn't realize it was that serious. No more Ronnie James Dio. Greg Lake AND Kieth Emerson are now gone. I could go on and on. I get what everyone else here sees too. Believe me, I've responded to numerous comments here about Dennis De Young. Every band has it's sound but..it's the voice that really sets it apart. Don't get me wrong. I definitely like Tommy Shaw's voice. But, I love Dennis De Young's a bit better. I used his tone as a model during my 3 years of voice training at Peabody Institute here in Baltimore because I was told that he too was a three active singer. For males, that's extremely rare! Most are either bass and tenor, or tenor and soprano. Not all three. I have that too and was the only male to receive an award for it in 96. De Young is one of the only male vocalists that I know of that can pull that off comfortably. It can cause major damage! Ask Steve Perry. That's exactly why he no longer sings with Journey. Sure, he has some solo projects but you can hear the damage and it can be very painful to perform live after surgery. I know, I'm rambling. I just..get it - completely. This nonsense needs to stop pronto! Nuff said..
@@duanemcclure8324 Yes it does..I agree , they should make amends , we also lost Dusty Hill from ZZTop..too many greats are dying ..unfortunatly no one lives forever .Don Felder tearfully admitted his regret of not making amends with Glenn Frey ,before Glenn's untimely passing..No one is promised tomorrow ..Ive lost 10 friends due to Covid..& it's made me appreciate waking up.every morning..ofcourse they were not Rock Star Legends but , they were friends whom I love ..I can't hardly believe that James Young would not defend Dennis ..that hurts my heart..theyve been through alot..& Dennis gave Tommy a boost to.his career, where is the appreciation & recognition..I too have looked and read up on Floyd's Gilmour & Waters..they should reunite ..atleast DG does give RW credit ..& like you mentioned they lost Wright...R.Plant said Zep.would not ever tour because of Bonzos passing.but theyve played since his demise yet theyve done a few shows..Don Henley said Eagles would not carry on, w/o Frey but yet ..they now have Deacon Frey & Vince Gill playing / touring again...who knows maybe one day Dennis will again join Styx on stage..now sometimes such as Steve Perry , the vocalists know they cannot sing ,hit those high notes as they did yrs ago.in their prime..Steve Perry isnt gonna make a fool of himself ..he has too much pride..I keep tellin everyone STEVE IS NOT GOING TO REJOIN JOURNEY ..!! ...Thanx, for the reply ..😎☮..Keep on Rockin..😎💞🎼🎶🎼
Tommy born to play.
they still sound awesome
Damn, well practiced and played very well. Highly entertaining!!
I saw them August 11 at DPAC, Lawrence Gowan literally gave me a shout out after The Grand Illusion for my enthusiasm.
I was at that show! It was great! I loved Gowan’s performance, I thought it was infectious.
Tommy, Dennis is the man!
Dennis was the man in the 70’s, after the whole Kilroy debacle he flipped his lid.
Dennis hasn't been the man for 40 years. Get over it and move on. If you like Dennis watch his stuff, there's plenty on here
@@stephen1562 that’s exactly what I said
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Well give my comment a thumbs up then! I do get z bit frustrated about people going on about Dennis. He had his time, he wanted to take the band in a direction none of the others did so something had to give.
I can remember seeing them play for 3 bucks at St. Christopher's gym in Midlothian Il.
Dennis De Young was the music teacher at the grade school in town.
I still have a copy of their 1st album on wooden nickel records
Fantastic video .They sound incredible. TYVM
The keyboard player is not Dennis Deyoung! Bring Dennis Back!!!!
September can't come quick enough!
Just saw them at the Iowa state fair, great show!
Great to see Chuck!
Favorite song of the grande illusion.
Thanks Greg! That is awesome
I forget which member said at his concert he has never drank or smoked and it’s what he attributed to his still amazing voice
Let’s be clear. While I respect Tommy and all the OG members of Styx, there is NO Styx without Dennis. He is the fabric and voice of the band always will be. Get over your differences. Life is too short to accommodate egos.
Lady, penned by Dennis DeYoung got the Styx ball rolling...
8 out of 10 of Styx's top 10 songs were written and sung by DDY.
Sometimes a new ball in the game is for the better ….
@@willemsikkema3604 Someone forgot to tell Styx because they haven't had so much as one hit record without Dennis.
@@barcham And Dennis had a lot of hits since then 😂
@@willemsikkema3604 He has not put out very much in the way of new music since he left the band.
Yeah Tommy, they started the band with Dennis DeYoung, without you. You just barged in afterwards.
Absolute Pros.
Wow....Didn't even mention Dennis in his intro to the song. I love the new album and LG has grown on me, but I still miss DeYoung.
Interestingly, Lawrence Gowan has been a member of Styx longer than Dennis DeYoung.
@@markmailloux4472 OK, but noone has been able to create such anthems as Dennis
@@markmailloux4472 it's about quality not quantity
Dennis in the 70’s > Lawrence Gowan > Dennis in the 80’s and 90’s
@@spaceace4387 I would say 90s to present day. But good point.
Increíble el segundo vocalista de Stix, se mantiene joven y su voz no ha cambiado, yo lo veía en la televisión cuando entraba a la adolescencia, hoy a mis 57 años tengo un aspecto de alguien de más edad; este Sr. tiene el secreto de la eterna juventud.
They need Dennis DeYoung
Saw them July 30th, 1981 at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, 40 years ago this week…. hard to believe… RIP John Panozzo…. Dennis DeYoung reunion before it’s too late?….
Tommy will not allow a reunion to happen.
Such a shame. I think even the Beatles might’ve gotten together for a gig if all were living, and not even necessarily for the fans, but for the pure joy of playing together. Life is too short.
Why would Dennis go for that? He sells out larger venues, some for multiple dates, while 'Styx' need to enlist other bands for some kind of golden oldies tour to get a decent crowd. Dennis has no need of these guys when he has a band that is just as tight if not tighter to play with. And his is the only true voice of Styx.
@@barcham - As to why it would be favorable for a reunion, because the replacements for each band are simply not equal to the originals to many fan’s ear. If DDY is playing to large venues, great, I don’t begrudge him success, he’s a fantastic entertainer; but imagine the size of the venues if the group was whole.
@@sjm5482 They would be no bigger, and Dennis would have to give up a larger share of the gate. He is better off on his own. I would put his latest bands he has put together against this version of the band he founded any day of the week. His is the voice of Styx, and no matter what Shaw puts together, he cannot replace Dennis' voice, whereas Tommy has a very generic rock voice and I have seen bar bands sing his songs as well as he does.
Wow, Tommy's still got it and is as good as ever. But show some class and give Dennis a shout-out. I prefer the Tommy Shaw stuff but, like it or not, without DeYoung there would be no Styx. Give credit where credit is due.
Unfortunately, Tommy has just been an ass. I love him as a singer and guitarist. But, he literally stole the band from Dennis. Dennis and the Pinozzo brothers started the band. Tommy just walked away from the band to go be a “real rocker.” And when that fizzled out, Dennis welcomed him back. But, what did Tommy do when Dennis got sick and couldn’t tour? He found a way to kick him out of his own band. All Dennis asked for was a little time to get better. And Tommy has made excuses and ran with this narrative that Dennis is hard to work with and he’s not a “real rocker” ever since. Roboto was a big part of the excuse for a long time. Now, they play it for an encore.
@@sonofagunn1967 I agree with that but Tommy added a new dimension to the band that it needed. Like JY said "with Dennis it was his way or the highway and they took the highway." Tommy and Dennis are two very headstrong individuals and just can't work together.
@@jber9569 , I don’t believe that. That’s just the narrative Tommy has told to justify what he did. But again, it was Dennis’ band. He started it. He was kicked out because he had a virus he couldn’t get over. Imagine that..
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@@sonofagunn1967 There was a lot more to it than that!
Grand Illusion tour was my first concert in 1978, really takes me back! Nice to see people living normal lives again without face diapers lol.
Oh, unless we put our foot down, the diapers and lockdowns are coming back. Look at Australia with 1 (yes one covid death) and they are locking it down as tight as a drum. And a bunch of other countries too. It is absolute insanity.
No Dennis …no Styx
Dennis De Young was a rock to this group. It is not the same without him. However I still enjoy the STYX songs today.
LOL, Dennis was by far the worst part of this group ... he killed the band with that Kilroy b/s.
Awesome!
Tommy Shaw has a career because Dennis Deoung launched it. You know, that guy who was best friends with those fraternal twins and launched the band Styx together?
Yes and no. As I recall, Tommy kind of saved Styx since they lost their original guitarist practically minutes before going on tour. Also hard to imagine Styx without songs like Renegade, Crystal Ball, or Fooling Yourself. Styx was definitely getting bigger when Tommy joined but I kind of think he was what Gilmour was to Pink Floyd: the missing piece that took them from good to phenomenal.
Just the same, as they say... "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all". Tommy probably should have followed that rule here.
@@joebormann7631 There wouldn't be a Styx to ask Tommy to join if it wasn't for Dennis. You named 3 TS songs; add Blue Collar man and too much time and you have his contribution to Styx. Hard to imagine Styx without Lady, Light up, Grand Illusion, Come Sail away, Borrowed time, Best of times, Rockin' the paradise, Suite madame Blue....
@@mikeschmidt1612 you can make that argument but it's disengenuous at best. Do you really think that any of the songs written after Tommy joined would have sounded the same without him? Go back to the crystal ball album and you'll find music writing credits to DDY and TS. Mademoiselle is a good example of this. The same is true of all the other albums. Let's also not forget about Man in the wilderness on Grand Illusion.
Heck, you can even look at Babe, arguably DDY's most important song when looking at chart performance, and it wouldn't be the same without TS since he and JY added the guitar work.
Obviously DDY and the Ponozos should be credited with starting the band but chances are good that we wouldn't even be talking about Styx today without Tommy's contributions. There are DDY songs and there are TS songs but the vast majority of their notable work came from tight collaboration.
@@joebormann7631 Good points. I suppose I'm more irritated at TS's disrespect of Dennis than I am his own contribution to Styx, and I agree that some of the band's best work was collaboration; so does Dennis and most Styx fans. I think it's just mean and petty that Tommy refuses to do the same.
Good god....let it go. Styx 2021 sounds insanely great. Can't wait to see this live....
I love the Boat in the River and Count on you
They seem to be missing something... like one of STYX's founders, Dennis DeYoung. Tommy quit the band. Dennis held his spot open and then Dennis welcomed him back. I guess that was not enough loyalty for STYX to remember one of its main contributors. Sad, but hey, rock on.
In spite of Tommy's abilities, and that good new keyboardist, Styx is essentially Dennis de Young. Period. Waiting for his return...
"Styx is essentially Dennis de Young. Period." Yet here you are watching this video in 2021, 21 years after Mr. Essential Period last played with the band. And the "new keyboardist" has been with the band for 21 years (more years that Dennis was with the band!).
Gowan rocks the keyboards fellow canadian
Come to Germany again. PLEASE.
even more excited to see them this sunday night now...great video....ps...I dont like the addition of the new guy...on the album is fine but onstage it doesnt work for me
Will Evankovich. Seems to be Tommy's right hand man. He toured with Shaw/Blades back a number of years ago.
they haven't worked for me since they kicked Dennis out of the band
I saw them in St. Louis "back in the day". 4th row, right in front of a tower of speakers. I lost quite a bit of hearing that night.
Just pretending like Dennis wasn't a co founder....
Love him 💓🌼🤩
Chucky is rocking that bass. I bet you could feel it throughout your body in the front row.
They could have given Dennis a shout out, but the audience would have gone nuts.
Styx was a third rung act until Tommy Shaw joined. He put them on the map.
Miss America!!!
@Evil Rev Back then he played with a group called 'MS Funk' and did play at Shula's. Shula's was a bowling alley/pool hall and a night club but they had separate entrances and no access between the 2. So while it wasn't like he actually played in a bowling alley it makes for a good story. I grew up about 20 minutes from Shula's and the drinking age in Michigan was 18 back then so that was the place to be Friday and Sat. nights. I don't remember cover only being 50 cents but it could have been.
Third rung act? A bit harsh I'm thinking. A year before Shaw arrived, 1975's "Lady" peaked at #6 on Billboards Hot 100.
7 of 8 of the songs Styx had in the top 10 were songs by Dennis DeYoung.
@@chrism.9129 Dennis was a diva. Damn near killed Styx with the whole failed Broadway stage act. Then he was "allergic to light". Right. Tommy and JY kept it going. Nobody misses Dennis.
@Evil Rev Tommy was playing at Kegler's Love with Harvest in Montgomery, AL. I live here and used to go listen to them. They played out as well and they opened for Kiss here in the fall of 1975. He was only with MS Funk for a brief time before joining Styx.
Saw them do this 40 yrs ago!