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EP22: Styx: Tommy vs. Dennis & Why

Paul Derringer • October 2, 2021
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Would you believe us if we told you that, more than 40 years after their heyday, the band Styx from Chicago is better than ever?

 

Listen up as we quickly recap Styx's 1977 to 1983 so-called classic years, their break-up in 1984, their post-breakup solo efforts and then, their amazing comeback leading up to their 17th studio album, Crash of the Crown, released June 2021.


The numerous music snippets come at you fast and furious. The banter is humorous and insightful. Alton Derringer fights for Tommy Shaw. Paul Derringer fights for Dennis DeYoung. Unfortunately, only one - Tommy or Dennis - will prevail.

 

In addition, Alton and Paul review and discuss Crash of the Crown, each picking the Top Three Best Songs from the album, as well as relaying the Fans' Choice, based on Spotify streams.

 

With a band like Styx, there will be intense discussion as to whether they have Jumped the Shark and/or Crossed the Rubicon. Stay to the end and find out!

 

Today's Post Episode Playout is by WTJU Disc Jockey Michael Pillow, author of the book Summer Brush Men. Join Michael as he interviews Susan Munson and Paul Johnson of the band Ho Jo Fro on the release their new single Come In.

 

All songs discussed or mentioned in this episode are included on the Styx: Tommy vs. Dennis playlist. Please check it out and click "Like."

 

Also, starting October 2021, Turnip Music Radio launched The TMR Top 25, a countdown of our 25 favorite new (or recent) songs by recording artists worldwide in the genres encompassing pop, alternative, folk, and rock & roll. Please check it out and click "Like." Each month, the chart will be updated to reflect the current best of what's new.


Contact us at feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com and be sure to subscribe/follow Derringer Discoveries on your favorite podcast listening platform.


Your Sister's Room by Ho Jo Fro is the theme song for Derringer Discoveries and is available for streaming on most platforms. 

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