Though he can’t legally tour and record as Styx, singer Dennis DeYoung, who wrote and sang lead vocals on seven of Styx’s eight Top 10 hits including “Babe,” “Mr. Roboto,” “The Best of Times,” “Show Me the Way,” “Lady,” “Don’t Let It End,” “Come Sail Away” and “Too Much Time On My Hands,” continues to play songs from the prog rock’s catalog during live performances.
Earlier today, DeYoung announced dates for a tour that’ll celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Styx album The Grand Illusion. DeYoung brings The Grand Illusion 40th Anniversary Album tour to Hard Rock Live on Dec. 14. He’ll perform the album in its entirety and also play all eight of Styx’s Top Ten hits.
Jeff has been covering the Cleveland music scene for more than 25 years now. On a regular basis, he tries to talk to whatever big acts are coming through town. And if you're in a local band that he needs to hear, email him at jniesel@clevescene.com.
