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Styx, REO Speedwagon + Ted Nugent Bring 'The Midwest Rock 'N Roll Express' Tour to Massachusetts – Photos

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:02:40 +0000

The train just keeps a ‘rollin on ‘The Midwest Rock ‘N Roll Express’ tour, featuring the triple bill of Styx, REO Speedwagon and Ted Nugent. The classic rock collective that earned a prominent spot on our ‘Must-See Rock Concerts of 2013’ list recently made a pit stop in Springfield, Mass. on April 23. Check out our photos from the show below.

Styx and Slayer Guitar Summit – Pic of the Week

Jeff Giles — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:32:50 +0000

There probably isn't a heck of a lot of overlap between their fanbases, but that didn't stop Slayer guitarist Kerry King from showing up for Styx's Feb. 8 concert -- or hanging out with Tommy Shaw and James 'JY' Young backstage after the last encore.

30 Years Ago – Styx Release 'Kilroy Was Here'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 19:22:38 +0000

Styx were one of the biggest American rock groups of the '70s, with a string of hit albums and songs including 'Lady,' 'Come Sail Away,' 'Renegade' and 'Blue Collar Man.' The group scored two of their biggest successes with concept albums -- 1977's 'The Grand Illusion,' and 'Paradise Theatre' in 1981. On Feb. 28, 1983, Styx released 'Kilroy Was Here,' their most ambitious concept album yet. But within a year, tensions in the group came to a breaking point, bringing the classic era of Styx to an end.

Styx Sues Record Company Over Alleged Stolen Royalties

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:37:49 +0000

According to Styx, their record company has been less than honest with forking over their royalties for the past several years. In fact, the band alleges that the record company went as far as creating a “phony business model” just to avoid paying them – talk about a grand illusion.

Dennis DeYoung Re-Staging Styx' 'Paradise Theatre' Tour for a DVD Release

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 14:05:10 +0000

Former Styx front man Dennis DeYoung hasn't been an active member of the group he helped found since 1999, but he still makes his living by playing their greatest hits. DeYoung's current solo band is geared toward recreating the classic Styx sound as closely as possible, and the singer, songwriter and keyboardist has revealed that he is hoping to re-stage the superstar rock group's most successful tour for an upcoming DVD release.

Styx Extends 2012 'Grand Illusion' / 'Pieces of Eight' Tour

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 04:00:04 +0000

After a highly successful run with their ‘Grand Illusion’ / ‘Pieces of Eight’ tour, Styx has decided to extend the U.S. leg with a handful of additional shows that will keep them on the road throughout the end of the year. Fans who are west of the Mississippi will finally have their chance to witness [...]

Styx, REO Speedwagon + Ted Nugent Bring High Octane 'Midwest Rock 'N Roll Express' to Ohio

Matt Wardlaw — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 11:15:53 +0000

The roar of the crowd was surprisingly deafening on Saturday evening when Styx frontman Tommy Shaw asked how many in attendance were seeing the group for the first time. It was a moment which provided proof positive that classic rock continues to cross over into new generations.

Styx Bassist Ricky Phillips Discusses New Tour and Playing With Ronnie Montrose

Matt Wardlaw — Sun, 27 May 2012 17:12:59 +0000

In the now familiar world of classic rock package tours, Styx have become the masters of the concept, touring nearly every summer with a revised approach that somehow never fails to feel fresh.

This summer, they’re on the road with their old friends REO Speedwagon. And although there’s a definite bond formed through the years of working together, the friendly rivalry between the two still fuels a drive for each to deliver the best show on a nightly basis.

New Site for Classic Rock News and More – Ultimate Classic Rock

Amory Gritta — Wed, 18 May 2011 16:11:03 +0000

Ultimate Classic Rock covers all the latest news from your favorite classic rock bands and features exclusive interviews, too. On the site right now, they have conversations with ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons and Tommy Shaw from Styx, with more exclusives coming soon. They'll also uncover the meaning behind the lyrics of great songs like Lou Reed's 'Walk on the Wild Side' or Led Zeppelin's 'The Ocean.'