Styx came out of Chicago (Southside) in the early mid 70's. Like Vegas they were financially backed by the boycotts and got their start. F Dennis D Young.
@StyxFan93 thanks so much for this post! I bought this album re-issued as "Miracles" as an 11 year old in 1984. Been trying to find this rare stuff since. Bless you, Styx Fan!
The earlier stuff had such an edgier progressive sound to it. Much like Deep Purple or Uriah Heep. I know they had bills to pay, so radio-friendly songs were the obvious progression. But, man, did they go overboard with it. I started losing interest around the Cornerstone-era.
@bassmanjoe That difference is why I prefer James voice and singing style. Dennis DeYoung over annuciates (chews) his words so the vowels come out really really bright, Best example of that is the beginning of Come Sail Away. Personal preference :) As far as his musicianship I admittedly don't know alot about his abilities.Maybe he is a better songwriter than singer.
I was probably too young to get into the early Styx stuff when it happened, "The Grand Illusion" was my introduction to these guys. But since then I have checked out some of their earlier work, I do have the first two on CD, but I realize I need to get "The Serpent Is Rising" & "Man Of Miracles" too!! This is real good stuff!!
@jeffthrow6892 "The Grand Illusion" was the second record they made after they became famous, but there were no "hits" off of Crystal Ball. "Come Sail Away" off of Grand Illusion attracted a whole lot of new Styx fans. The first Styx album wasn't so great, but Styx II, The Serpent is Rising, Man of Miracles, and Equinox are as good or better than the ones they made after becoming famous. Check Amazon for a CD with their first four albums in one package. It has an unreleased track, too.
@TuberOnTheLoose -- Yeah i know about the two-fer CD with the first four albums on it, might pick it up some day. And I've had "Equinox' & "Crystal Ball" for a long time too.....both are real good. There was a couple of songs from "Crystal Ball" that got airplay, at least around here (St. Louis), anyway. I think the first album does have some good songs on it, it just isn't maybe as consistent as the ones that followed......
I love Styx. They sure had variety over the years My favorites are the straight rock, mostly Tommy's songs, but the earlier and later hits are good too.
They became two different bands, the TS/JY camp, and Dennis'. It would be great to see Dennis back, but that does not look likely.
This is the first Styx album i bought and still have. In my eyes Grand Illusion was the last of Styx. They are such a mix of of character. And I will part with this, If ever there was a song to replace the Star Spangled Banner, It's Madame Blue. Thanks for the tunes;}
I hear young people here, welcome to the real song writers not the pumped up plastic songs of today... i hope anybody here reading this knows what i mean...
@searchme45 said listen to the Kettle drums and organ some of it sounds like a Operatic, or visual presentation....Loved Styx since late 70s...ohh age showing...they are older than me...!!!!
- just picked up this Album on vinyl today at a local flea market/antiques place.
I have never really listened to Styx, but being a fan of tons of earlier late-60s stuff, I'm loving what seems to be a bit of a James Gang sound influence? maybe its just me..? -- With the early YES sound added. Maybe some Sabbath too? u know- all combined and progressed to make some real fine music. COOL STUFF :)
@Cthulu51: I'm not offended :). I know that many people dislike Paradise and Kilroy, and I can understand it. Man of Miracles and Paradise Theater do not have the same sound or types of songs, and sometimes it's difficult to hear it is the same band. But I like all their albums anyway (I know a little about the music, since I own something around 270 Styx records). Everybody are allowed to have their own opinion ;)
I always loved the drums on this tune. Great song. When "Lady" became a hit I went out and bought all five Styx albums available and I was hooked. Until Kilroy, that is. I actually have this album cover signed by the band, although I have Tommy Shaw's signature instead of JC's. Tommy didn't want to sign it at first since he didn't play on it. Then Dennis signed it on the back cover after everyone else had signed the front.
Styx came out of Chicago (Southside) in the early mid 70's. Like Vegas they were financially backed by the boycotts and got their start. F Dennis D Young.
StrnFn9099 1 week ago
This came out way before Crystal Ball so maybe 1974??? Just a guess.
60teal 1 month ago
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Styx Live and In Concert 1976 - 1978 2DVD set available at Tommygun Video please see our youtube channel for link to web site/video clips.
Rare footage filmed from the Winterland ballroom during the beginning of Styx prime era! Bonus footage included
Tommygun1028 1 month ago
ah yes old styx...we've touched a nerve...╚
die4tomarrow2day 1 month ago
Styx isn't quite my favorite band, but I am the biggest Styx fan I know.
tragicxcigarette 1 month ago
wow !! haven't heard this before..when did this come out...Pieces of eight, Grand Illusion are my faves...but this rocks !!!nice !!!!
tray616 1 month ago
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ClassicRockDVD 2 months ago
This song defines the word "Epic"
karlmoles65 3 months ago
Amazing music
CaptNemo100 5 months ago
Always loved this song. Wished Styx would play it live, but I'm not sure they ever did. Even in old concerts I've heard they ignored it.
BobNeubauer 5 months ago
@StyxFan93 thanks so much for this post! I bought this album re-issued as "Miracles" as an 11 year old in 1984. Been trying to find this rare stuff since. Bless you, Styx Fan!
j1001s27sw 5 months ago
awesome styx much better than radio play come sail away makes me want to gag!
labtide 6 months ago
Fantastic piece ! Unforgettable !
marriott58 6 months ago
manteb nih grup ....
MARCHBALI 6 months ago
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995Zodiac 7 months ago 21
The earlier stuff had such an edgier progressive sound to it. Much like Deep Purple or Uriah Heep. I know they had bills to pay, so radio-friendly songs were the obvious progression. But, man, did they go overboard with it. I started losing interest around the Cornerstone-era.
4everColReb 7 months ago
Sounds like old Styx...YEA BABY
emt1605 7 months ago
This song was great because James Young sang lead vocal and NOT Dennis DeYoung. Much much better voice.
tori481 9 months ago
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bassmanjoe 6 months ago
@bassmanjoe That difference is why I prefer James voice and singing style. Dennis DeYoung over annuciates (chews) his words so the vowels come out really really bright, Best example of that is the beginning of Come Sail Away. Personal preference :) As far as his musicianship I admittedly don't know alot about his abilities.Maybe he is a better songwriter than singer.
tori481 6 months ago
THIS... IS THE DEFINITION OF EPIC. Pure magic in this
MitchRulzWorld 11 months ago
Much volume is required.
drewzillasaurusrex 11 months ago
1:23-1:34 is perhaps the most epic 11 seconds of organ riffing in the history of man-or rather, men of miracles.
Shwaggetyshfifty 1 year ago
The part where the guitar starts is the best!
sasukeluver345 1 year ago
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The time before their Peak!
raysamberry 1 year ago
Any Styx fan living in the Chicago area will be happy to hear that they will be headlining at the Naperville Ribfest on July 2nd, 2011!!!
hamsteak7 1 year ago
I was probably too young to get into the early Styx stuff when it happened, "The Grand Illusion" was my introduction to these guys. But since then I have checked out some of their earlier work, I do have the first two on CD, but I realize I need to get "The Serpent Is Rising" & "Man Of Miracles" too!! This is real good stuff!!
jeffthrow6892 1 year ago
@jeffthrow6892 "The Grand Illusion" was the second record they made after they became famous, but there were no "hits" off of Crystal Ball. "Come Sail Away" off of Grand Illusion attracted a whole lot of new Styx fans. The first Styx album wasn't so great, but Styx II, The Serpent is Rising, Man of Miracles, and Equinox are as good or better than the ones they made after becoming famous. Check Amazon for a CD with their first four albums in one package. It has an unreleased track, too.
TuberOnTheLoose 11 months ago
@TuberOnTheLoose -- Yeah i know about the two-fer CD with the first four albums on it, might pick it up some day. And I've had "Equinox' & "Crystal Ball" for a long time too.....both are real good. There was a couple of songs from "Crystal Ball" that got airplay, at least around here (St. Louis), anyway. I think the first album does have some good songs on it, it just isn't maybe as consistent as the ones that followed......
jeffthrow6892 11 months ago
I love Styx. They sure had variety over the years My favorites are the straight rock, mostly Tommy's songs, but the earlier and later hits are good too.
They became two different bands, the TS/JY camp, and Dennis'. It would be great to see Dennis back, but that does not look likely.
SeattleLA 1 year ago
This is the first Styx album i bought and still have. In my eyes Grand Illusion was the last of Styx. They are such a mix of of character. And I will part with this, If ever there was a song to replace the Star Spangled Banner, It's Madame Blue. Thanks for the tunes;}
rodrik 1 year ago 2
Thank you for finally put this song on the net. I've been looking for it for a couple of years now.
thezimboman 1 year ago
one of the first epic rock/metal songs!! incredible!!
Crigito 1 year ago
I hear young people here, welcome to the real song writers not the pumped up plastic songs of today... i hope anybody here reading this knows what i mean...
searchme45 1 year ago 3
@searchme45 said listen to the Kettle drums and organ some of it sounds like a Operatic, or visual presentation....Loved Styx since late 70s...ohh age showing...they are older than me...!!!!
searchme45 1 year ago 3
Cool song! This album overall isn't rated very high.
Andytheminstrel 1 year ago
You just had to be there in the early (pre-Shaw) days....Greatest band to never make it big...period !!!
billbrislain 1 year ago
- just picked up this Album on vinyl today at a local flea market/antiques place.
I have never really listened to Styx, but being a fan of tons of earlier late-60s stuff, I'm loving what seems to be a bit of a James Gang sound influence? maybe its just me..? -- With the early YES sound added. Maybe some Sabbath too? u know- all combined and progressed to make some real fine music. COOL STUFF :)
kngofqns 1 year ago
@kngofqns Hail STYX!
wakaw07 1 year ago 6
@Cthulu51: I'm not offended :). I know that many people dislike Paradise and Kilroy, and I can understand it. Man of Miracles and Paradise Theater do not have the same sound or types of songs, and sometimes it's difficult to hear it is the same band. But I like all their albums anyway (I know a little about the music, since I own something around 270 Styx records). Everybody are allowed to have their own opinion ;)
dick667 1 year ago
one of my fave Styx songs, thanks for posting...
edna4767 2 years ago
I always loved the drums on this tune. Great song. When "Lady" became a hit I went out and bought all five Styx albums available and I was hooked. Until Kilroy, that is. I actually have this album cover signed by the band, although I have Tommy Shaw's signature instead of JC's. Tommy didn't want to sign it at first since he didn't play on it. Then Dennis signed it on the back cover after everyone else had signed the front.
TuberOnTheLoose 2 years ago
never thought i'd ever get a hold of this song again! this is pre-Tommy Shaw Styx! a real find! last time i heard this was on vinyl..
Thanks StyxFan93!
rickhavoc501 2 years ago
ill listen to any Styx song that JY sings and ill love it.
Zachy999 2 years ago 2
'70s power metal :D
By the way, German power metal band Stormwitch did a cover on this song, but did not give Styx credit for it.
And Cthulu51: Paradise Theater is NOT crap :)
dick667 2 years ago
Some say "Paradise" is their best work. Others say it is "Kilroy."
sandinyourshoes 2 years ago
good one from jy with his wonderful screaming voice. such a contrast to dennis and his smooth tremelo.
wingthwong 2 years ago
nice post
megahouse215 2 years ago