Search - Styx :: 21st Century Live (W/Dvd)

Cover Band

J. Thomas | Lancaster, PA | 11/12/2006

(1 out of 5 stars)

"If you want to hear Styx buy "Return to Paradise", Stay away from this cover band ripoff by Shaw and Young."

New, rockin' Styx!

VA Mom | Ashland, VA USA | 09/14/2009

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Some people are fans of the "classic" Styx of the 70's. I became a Styx fan, though I'm in my 50's, just recently. I find that I am more a fan of the newest incarnation of the group; so, on the suggestion of many reviews, I was drawn to this CD.



The pluses for this album is many. First, the fact that you get video as well as audio. Next, the music has a more upbeat feeling, compared to, say, the "Grand Illusion" CD which I also own. I agree with the fans who appreciate Dennis DeYoung's contributions to the band, but thought he was dragging them toward "show tunes," rather than the rock sounds they were famous for in the early days.



I love melodic music, but I also like the edgier feel this album has. The addition of Greg Burtnick to the mix definitely ups this edginess. I believe this was also the first (or second) year that Lawrence Gowan was in the mix as keyboardist. I like Larry's spirit and humor, as well as his excellent workmanship.



This is a great addition to your Styx collection!"