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Styxnet.com Domain Owner Releases
"Power Pop/Melodic Rock" Album

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James Deem, your friendly neighborhood Styxnet.com domain owner, has just completed an album of 10 original songs. The project was produced and recorded by Jamie Hoover of The Spongetones.

When asked to describe what kind of music I write to those who haven't heard it before, I would say it is "power pop/melodic rock" featuring a lot of vocals, a lot of guitars, and a whole lot of hooks.

Visit my Web sites at www.jamesdeem.com or www.myspace.com/jamesdeem for a different FREE MP3 each month.

Caught in the Act released on DVD

December 11, 2007

Styx - Caught in the Act DVD

Styx in concert from their Epic 1984 Kilroy Was Here tour.

The Ultimate Styx Fans DVD is here! The concert home video CAUGHT IN THE ACT is available for the first time on DVD along with twelve classic-era Styx videos in 5.1 surround sound.

Caught in the Act (Live Concert)
1. Kilroy Was Here (short film)
2. Mr. Roboto
3. Rockin' the Paradise
4. Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)
5. Snowblind
6. Too Much Time On My Hands
7. Don't Let It End
8. Heavy Metal Poisoning
9. Cold War
10. The Best of Times
11. Come Sail Away
12. Renegade
13. Haven't We Been Here Before?
14. Don't Let It End (Reprise)

Bonus Material
1. Come Sail Away (1977 Promo Video)
2. Borrowed Time (1979 Promo Video)*
3. Babe (1979 Promo Video)*
4. Boat on the River (1979 Promo Video)
5. A.D. 1928/Rockin' the Paradise (Music Video)*
6. The Best of Times (Music Video)
7. Too Much Time on My Hands (Music Video)
8. Mr. Roboto (Music Video)
9. Don't Let It End (Music Video)*
10. Heavy Metal Poisoning (Music Video)*
11. Haven't We Been Here Before (Music Video)*
12. Music Time (Music Video)*

*Previously Unreleased Videos

Tommy Shaw's Girls with Guns re-released on CD

November 20, 2007

Tommy Shaw - Girls with Guns CD

Right on the heels of Tommy Shaw's 1987 solo album Ambition , his 1984 solo album Girls with Guns is being re-released on CD today by American Beat Records label.

As with Ambition I recommend that you purchase this while you can. I've seen many CDs like this go out-of-print faster that they were actually in print.

Dennis DeYoung interview

September 11, 2007

MelodicRock.com posted a recent interview with Dennis DeYoung. Since July 17, 2007 all of the surviving principle members of pre-1999-Styx (James Young, Chuck Panozzo, Tommy Shaw, Glen Burtnik, and now Dennis DeYoung) have given recent interviews.

Tommy Shaw's Ambition re-released on CD

August 14, 2007

Tommy Shaw - Ambition CD

I can't believe I missed this for all of you, but Tommy Shaw's 1987 solo album Ambition was re-released on CD on June 26, 2007.

For those of you that don't already have the original Atlantic version form 1987 and for those of you completists, buy it while you can because sooner or later it's sure to go out of print again much like the re-releases of Girls with Guns and What If? did when they were re-released in the mid-90s.

FYI, after doing a cursory search on Amazon today you can purchase Girls with Guns on CD for $165.00, and What If? on CD for $65.98. That should be motivation enough for you to go out and buy this.

Wayne Brady is a Styx/Dennis DeYoung fan?!

August 8, 2007

Click here for a video clip featuring Wayne Brady, host of Fox's new TV show Don't Forget the Lyrics, talk about Styx/Dennis DeYoung's music.

New interviews with Glen Burtnik and Tommy Shaw

July 30, 2007

MelodicRock.com posted a recent interview with Glen Burtnik last Thursday and also a recent interview with Tommy Shaw today.

Chuck Panozzo interview

July 23, 2007

Jeb Wright at ClassicRockRevisited.com posted a recent interview with Chuck Panozzo.

James "JY" Young interview

July 17, 2007

There's a podcast featuring an exclusive interview with James "JY" Young posted at www.carasbasement.com.

In other news, Gerry Gittelson of the LA Daily News wrote a nice article about Dennis Deyoung entitled At 60, talent Styx with DeYoung. Note that Jimmy Leahey who is mentioned in the article has also played with Glen Burtnik's band in the past.

Dennis DeYoung releases new CD

June 26, 2007

Dennis Deyoung's new CD, One Hundred Years from Now, is being released today in Canada. You can purchase the CD from Amazon.ca for CDN$ 13.96. If you live in the U.S. you can purchase the Canadian version of the CD at Dennis' Web site (www.dennisdeyoung.com) for $14.98 USD plus $4.95 USD shipping and handling. If you live in the state of Illinois a 9% sales tax will also be added.

From DennisDeyoung.com: "My new CD "100 Years From Now" will be released in Canada on June 19th. The single of the same name was released about three weeks ago and is a duet with French Canadian rock star Eric Lapointe. The song is sung half in French and half in English. The original lyrics were written of course all in Aramaic but at the last minute I figured, too Mel Gibson. So I reverted back to good old American English. Some have viewed this as a critical error, seeing as how they like my music better when they don't understand what I'm saying...oh well, c'est la vie, which brings us to the French. I gave the English lyrics to Eric Lapointe and he kept the spirit of my intent and wrote new lyrics en Francais. Direct translations are of course impossible although there is one troubling line that I believe says "Dennis is a doofus", I just can't be sure.

This is the greatest collection of songs written and recorded since Tiny Tim's landmark live recordings of Blind Lemon Jefferson's "Ode To An Italian Beef."

Seriously, I'm very proud of the music on this CD and I hope those of you who have the chance to hear it will be bewitched, bothered and bewildered. (I was kidding about the seriously.)

Later this year the US version will be available with "100 Years From Now" in English."

Chuck Panazzo releases autobiography

May 15, 2007

Chuck Panozzo's book entitled "The Grand Illusion: Love, Lies, and My Life with Styx" is being released today.

From Amazon.com: They are still one of the biggest rock bands of the last three decades. With four consecutive triple-platinum albums and 54 million records sold, their tours continue to sell out and classic songs like "Lady," "Renegade," "Come Sail Away," and "The Grand Illusion" have earned them a whole new generation of fans. At the height of their fame, they were living the ultimate rock ‘n’ roll fantasy -- an odyssey of groupies, drugs, and music that most musicians only dream of. As a band, Styx seemed invincible. But their founding member and bass player, Chuck Panozzo, was about to hit rock bottom. His seemingly debauched life as the ultimate rocker was a lie -- and the truth was about to catch up with him.

The Grand Illusion is a no-holds-barred, backstage pass to the journey of one of the world’s most revered bands, and the true story of Chuck Panozzo’s 50-year struggle to reconcile his public life as a rock star with his private life as a gay man. Beginning with the birth of Styx in Chicago and their meteoric rise, The Grand Illusion is a revealing look at the triumphs and tragedies that surrounded Panozzo’s life. He chronicles life on the road, the break-up of the band, his struggle to help his twin brother and bandmate John Panozzo battle addiction, as well as his split with Dennis De Young, and finally coming to terms with his HIV positive status. Illuminating and unflinching, The Grand Illusion will captivate the band’s legions of devoted fans, as well as music lovers everywhere.

About the Author
Chuck Panozzo (Chicago, IL) is the bass player for and a founding member of Styx. Since 2001, Panozzo has been involved in campaigning for AIDS awareness and gay rights. Michele Skettino (New York, NY) is a professional writer. She has worked in the music and entertainment industry since 1989.

A Conversation with Sterling Whitaker

March 27, 2007

The new book by Sterling Whitaker entitled "The Grand Delusion: The Unauthorized True Story of Styx" is being released today. James Deem and Paul Holt had the privilege of not only reading the book, but also having an exclusive conversation with Sterling.

James Deem is releasing a new CD of original music in May 2007 and Paul Holt is currently working on a solo project as well. So in addition to our exclusive conversation with Sterling, we're both making a few MP3s available as well. Enjoy!

James Deem - A different FREE MP3 each month at www.jamesdeem.com.
(Note: James' version of "The Best of Times" is now only available for download with the purchase of his new CD at www.jamesdeem.com.)
Paul Holt - Long Goodbye (2.9MB) - Paul performing an unreleased Glen Burtnik song.

March 6, 2007

Tommy Shaw and Jack Blades new CD Influence is now available.

From VH1classic.com: VH1 Classic is proud to present the upcoming U.S. headlining tour for Shaw Blades-Styx/Damn Yankees guitarist/vocalist Tommy Shaw and Night Ranger/Damn Yankees bassist/vocalist Jack Blades. It will launch March 16 in Dewey Beach, DE and conclude in April 14 in Agoura Hills, CA.

The duo is making the cross-country trek to promote their sophomore Influence album--which is due out March 6 on VH1 Classic Records--without the support of a back-up band. Songs from both Shaw Blades albums, as well as a selection from Styx, Damn Yankees and Night Ranger, will be performed completely acoustic. An intimate evening of music will be heard at each stop courtesy of Tommy, Jack and one other guitarist.

For a taste of what to expect at their shows, fans should check out the band's Myspace page (www.myspace.com/shawbladesinfluence), which features a video clip of the duo performing "Too Much Time On My Hands" (Styx) and "High Enough" (Damn Yankees).

Influence is the duo's first album since their recently re-released 1995 debut, Hallucination. Like the debut--and unlike their history-carving decades as icons in the more hard-rock minded Styx, Night Ranger and Damn Yankees--the latest release is rooted in acoustic guitar and organic production, harvesting a decade of musical influences into 11 tracks (on which Blades and Shaw played all the music except for drums and the occasional keyboards). With classics from the '60s and '70s including the Mamas and the Papas' "California Dreamin'," Buffalo Springfield's "For What It's Worth" and Steely Dan's "Dirty Work," Influence offers a track-by-track chronology of the musical era that helped define modern rock.

In an early album review, Greg Prato of All Music Guide raved, "Impressively consistent from beginning to end, Influence is certainly one of the better 'all covers' albums of recent times."

High praise is on the rise from the original artists who are covered on Influence. To wit:
"I want to thank Tommy and Jack for keeping our music alive. They honored us with 'California Dreamin'." --Michelle Phillips, The Mamas & The Papas ("California Dreamin'")

"How absolutely fabulous...what an honor to see someone so 'into it' that it sounds and feels so much like our original record.congratulations." --Graham Nash, The Hollies ("On A Carousel")

"Just wonderful...it was just great to hear your recording...you captured the song so well..." --Jon Anderson, Yes ("Your Move")

Meanwhile, Shaw/Blades will be the featured guest on the nationally syndicated radio show "Rockline" on Wednesday, March 7 at 8:30pm Pacific Time. They'll chat with host Bob Coburn about Influence, the U.S. tour and everything else happening in their world. Jack and Tommy will also be performing a few songs acoustically, and fans will have the opportunity to call in with questions for the duo at 800-344-ROCK (7625). For local listings, fans should check out www.rocklineradio.com.

In further radio news, Jack and Tommy will be heard on the nationwide "The Bob & Tom Radio Show" the morning of Tuesday, April 3, live from the show's studios in Indianapolis. For a complete list of affiliates, fans should log onto www.bobandtom.com.

February 6, 2007

From GlenBurtnik.com: We are pleased to announce the launch of Glen Burtnik's Exclusive Internet TV Channel: GBTV!

GBTV will broadcast Glen Burtnik videos, live concert clips, interviews, announcements & more, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. We will even take requests. We will be doing wild & crazy things. It's a party, and YOU'RE INVITED!

Additional information and a link to GBTV can be found at www.GlenBurtnik.com.

The Glen Burtnik web team

January 26, 2007

From DennisDeYoung.com: "The threat is real! Yes it's true, I have been recording my first solo rock album since 1888, I mean 1988, and it just feels like 1888. The working title is "Back to the 10 on Desertchild". Just kidding it's actually "The Grand Pieces of Paradise". I have decided to return to my roots and I feel this is my edgiest and rockin'est record ever. (Hell everybody says this same BS don't they?) Truth be told the songs do not suck, and If your interested in a middle aged white guy who can still sing high you just might like it. For more cryptic discussion of this coming "masterpiece," keep an eye on this web site [DennisDeYoung.com]."

January 5, 2007

The December release date for "The Grand Delusion: The Unauthorized True Story of Styx" book by Sterling Whitaker has been pushed back indefinitely, but Sterling has posted an excerpt to his Yahoo! Group.

For updates and information about "The Grand Delusion: The Unauthorized True Story of Styx" book by Sterling Whitaker, or to find out about release date, bonuses and promotions, press releases, reviews and articles visit www.thegranddelusion.com and www.myspace.com/styxbook.

November 21, 2006

From Amazon.com: Styx are one of the most successful AOR bands of all time with worldwide album sales in the millions. On May 25, 2006 they took the stage in Cleveland for a new venture accompanied by the 115 piece Contemporary Youth Orchestra and a 60 member chorus. With a set list that combined Styx classics, new songs and cover versions this was a truly unique event.

DVD Track Listing:
1. Blue Collar Man (Long Nights) 2. Lorelei 3. One With Everything 4. It Don't Make Sense (You Can't Make Peace) 5. Can't Find My Way Home 6. I Am The Walrus 7. Just Be 8. Everything All The Time 9. Crystal Ball 10. Miss America 11. Criminal Mind 12. Too Much Time On My Hands 13. Boat On The River 14. I Don't Need No Doctor 15. Medley: Put Me On/Mademoiselle/Heavy Metal Poisoning/Midnight Ride/Sing For The Day/Shooz/Queen Of Spades/Great White Hope/Half Penny Two Penny/Borrowed Time/Rockin' The Paradise/Lights/Man In The Wilderness 16. Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) 17. Renegade

DVD Bonus Features:

Two new Styx Christmas songs filmed at the same concert: 1. All I Want 2. Ring The Bells
Interview
Photo gallery

November 7, 2006

CD Track Listing:
1. Blue Collar Man (Long Nights) 2. One With Everything 3. It Don't Make Sense (You Can't Make Peace) 4. I Am The Walrus 5. Just Be (Studio Version) 6. Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) 7. A Criminal Mind 8. Everything All The Time 9. Too Much Time On My Hands 10. Crystal Ball 11. Miss America 12. Boat On The River 13. Renegade

October 24, 2006

Tommy Shaw and Jack Blades are featured singing lead vocals on the The Beatles classic track "Day Tripper" on the album Butchering the Beatles: A Headbashing Tribute. Now available!

November 2, 2005

Dennis DeYoung has just released a new Christmas song entitled "When I Hear a Christmas Song." You can download it exclusively at iTunes.

From DennisDeYoung.com: "I've written a Christmas song entitled 'When I Hear a Christmas Song.' I played it for Suzanne and my family and they agreed I should definitely do something with it. So I sent it to some of my friends in radio and to John Virant the president of Rounder Records, the distributor of my live album. Everybody loved it. So Rounder will be releasing it to radio for play during the holiday season... The song is an old fashioned traditional kind of tune, one that I hope will bring everyone a warm and loving feeling for the holidays."

November 1, 2005

Dennis DeYoung and his band are featured in the movie The Perfect Man, starring Hillary Duff and Heather Locklear, which is now available on DVD!

July 12, 2005

Tommy Shaw is featured singing lead vocals on the Pink Floyd-penned track "Money" on the Michael Schenker Group's new album Heavy Hitters. Now available!

June 28, 2005

Dennis DeYoung's new DVD The Best of Dennis DeYoung, featuring videos for "Desert Moon," "Don't Wait for Heroes," "Call Me," and "Boomchild," is now available!

June 14, 2005

Dennis DeYoung has 4 songs featured on the soundtrack to the movie The Perfect Man in which he also has a cameo. Now available!

May 10, 2005

Styx's new album Big Bang Theory, which features the band performing some of their favorite songs written by other artists, is now available!

February 15, 2005

Styx's new 2-CD compilation The Complete Wooden Nickel Recordings, featuring all the songs the band recorded between 1972-74, is now available!