Dennis De Young Discusses 26 East Vo.l. 1 & 2 and Styx (Part 2)
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- Join Pete Pardo for part 2 of his extensive chat with former Styx founder/vocalist/keyboard player Dennis De Young, where they discuss Dennis' two Frontiers Records solos albums 26 East Vol. 1 & 2 plus his history with the Styx. #dennisdeyoung
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The best interview ever Pete. I love Styx and I love Dennis. I love both sides. You can feel his honesty and love for Styx through the tv. God bless you Dennis. And Pete, your the man! 👍
I have listened to dozens of interviews with Dennis De Young over the years and he always comes across as a genuinely thoughtful and forgiving person. Also Dennis never fails to make me laugh. I love the guy! I really enjoyed it! 😁🎸👍
Well. He has no problem attacking Larry Gowan. He doesn’t sound forgiving to me at all. It’s a shame.
@@Meatball2022 Tommy and JY did far more to Dennis then Dennis did to Lawrence.
@@jamesmoritz3584 I can’t blame them either. He had to cancel a tour because he had a disease that a pair of sunglasses could cure. He’s the Chuck McGill of music.
@@Meatball2022 it wasn't that simple. He had chronic fatigue syndrome. They were just looking for an excuse to keep him out of the band. When Tommy was having financial problems, Dennis put the band together back in 96. Tommy left the band back in the 80's and Dennis wouldn't replace but JY got on his case so they hired Glenn. Dennis was very sick and asked them to wait for a while. They could have brought him back when he felt better but Tommy wanted control of the band
Also, when Tommy was with the Damm Yankees, he make jokes about Babe. Dennis said to Tommy,"if you are trying to hurt me you have succeeded." So it is more than wearing a pair of glasses.
@@Meatball2022 Watch the both videos with an objective point of view, not a subjective one
This was one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen! I looked up and watched everything that Dennis mentioned on RUclips PLUS some .. I also got both of Dennis’ latest releases as soon as the interview was over… I saw Dennis in Erie a few years back and he is the quintessential live performer! Thank’s Pete for giving us such great content. Cheers
Far and above the best music guest that you've had Mr. Pardo.
Absolutely amazing interview. I feel like we’re getting a real slice of Dennis here, like we sided up next to him at a bar to listen.
Dennis’ voice is still in fine form, folks. Go see him when he hits the road again. Long live Styx, the soundtrack to my childhood (Chicago born & bred). Criminal that they’re not in the RnR HOF.
Wow “Huge Interview “ Pete! Dennis DeYoung “In the very top of greatest singers of all time”! Genius songwriter and all heart! This maybe the best Dennis “Interview Ever”. Thank you for having this special and thank you for letting Dennis talk without any interruptions. So many great stories, statements, truth and history that he provided. Man o man, this interview is to be cherished forever! Thank you Dennis DeYoung for all the miracles in music you provided…..I say this because your music motivated people to do things in their lives they thought they never could do. You created so many memories for all of us! Not just are family, but are pets through the years as well!
A++++ Stellar and Banner rating!
I could hear Dennis tell stories for days!
Thank you Pete, & D.D.Y !!!!
"It's my way or the highway"...a statement that has been attributed to Dennis thanks to VH-1s "Behind The Music", when in actuality it was Tommy and JY saying that to Dennis during the "Brave New World" recording & prospective upcoming tour while Dennis was suffering horribly from an illness. Yet, Dennis still loves those guys after all that has happened. A true class act. Wish I could say the same for TS and JY and the rift that has subsequently happened within the fanbase after they didn't return the loyalty Dennis showed to Tommy so Tommy could do his solo albums despite JYs protestations. They didn't even pay Dennis for a year and a half while touring as "Styx". No good deed goes unpunished it seems. As a Styx fan, I bet that home video where the guys reunite after many years to record Lady '95 is heart-wrenching to watch. This was an incredible interview, the best one of Dennis that I've seen so far. Thank you Pete and Dennis.
DENNIS IS THE MAN
Great, great interview! Dennis is fascinating, funny, thoughtful. I never knew that about him until now & I've been a fan since the mid seventies. I've got a new appreciation for Dennis.
Dennis is winning me over with every new and honest interview he does.
Dennis and Pete I can’t put into words properly how much I enjoyed this discussion between you two and listening to Dennis. This was awesome. Was already a big Dennis DeYoung fan this only strengthens this. Thanks Pete for making this happen and thanks to Dennis for just being him. This was pure awesomeness
Very interesting and really good interview Pete....just love listening to Dennis De Young
Congratulations sir you just got the definitive Dennis DeYoung interview. Holy cow! Styx fans will be coming back to this one for a long time to come.
The best Dennis Deyoung interview ever!
Dennis De Young interviews his special guest, Pete Pardo. lol :D
Pete you knocked it out of the park with this one. DDY is one of my musical heroes having been a fan of Styx since 79. This video could have been 4 hours long, I would love to hear him talking about the bands they toured with in the 70s, more about John and Chuck and the struggles they both had and if their back catalog will ever get remastered with bonus material. BTW I love the Wooden Nickel stuff especially Man of Miracles LP!
These interviews are spectacular Pete!!! I didn’t know a lot about Dennis DeYoung, but boy am I impressed with him!!! The wisdom he shared with you & us was amazing. What a very stand up guy!!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I just love this guy he was and still is the voice of Styx for me i was 17 when i bought Equinox.And there is a lot of bitterness in his voice because what they have done to him.And kudos to Pete whatta great not an interview but more of a confession and you were an amazing listener which not everyone can be .
What a killer interview!
I am a long time viewer, but I really wanted to thank you for this interview, Dennis is a fascinating, hilarious, passionate guy, and I can't say I have ever really given many Styx albums a chance (I was born the year of their biggest record 'Illusion') but I certainly will give them a bigger listen, not just to the sounds, but to the meaning behind them. Cheers, and rock on.
Hi Pete. This was a fantastic interview. Extremely entertaining. Both Parts.
This is the most open and candid interview I've seen with Dennis. Wow! Lots to unpack here.
Really Irked me when Dennis said that around the time of Caught In The Act, JY wanted to replace not just Tommy Shaw, but the Panozzo brothers TOO! What the hell!? Nobody is more original to Styx (other than Dennis) than John & Chuck.
Anyway, Good to hear you're alive & well Dennis. Thanks for clarifying YEARS of speculations. Grew up on Styx. You guys are the Cornerstones (pun intended) of real rock music hear in Chicago.
Much love from Evanston, IL!!
This is the greatest interview I've ever seen thank you Pete for doing this Dennis is genuine and downright funny and most importantly a great song writer
Dennis, in my opinion you are the heart of the band. But Tommy definitely added exactly what the band needed and I believe that he helped enhance the entire band. Tommy helped to complete Styx. I love you all. And I pray that one day you will reunite for good. ❤️ I love you.
I love Dennis, and I love his pivotal contributions to Styx, as a founding member and songwriter. I love those classic albums with him. I'm happy that he has continued as a solo artist and is releasing good new music. I'm also happy that Styx are still touring and releasing quality new albums. I do miss Dennis in the band-- but I also like Lawrence Gowan. Life goes on, and I'm just enjoying the music! Tommy and James have made it clear that they are happy with Styx as it is, and even though I wish that they could mend fences with Dennis, I'm just a fan, and I never had to go through any of the things, professionally and personally, that all of them went through with each other! Who am I to try to tell them what to do, as a fan of all of them? That's my perspective. I love the music of all of these guys, and I'll keep buying the albums and going to see Dennis *and* today's Styx, live, as long as they are still making music and touring. I don't expect to ever see Dennis, Tommy, and James on the same stage again, except for at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, if Styx is ever inducted, as should have happened many, many years ago.
Tommy has said that he doesn't want to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame because he doesn't want to be near Dennis. What a guy!
@@James-ko3gw yea. It’s a shame Dennis is such a prick that nobody can be near him for any amount of time
@@Meatball2022 the panozzo's and deyoung were together for over 30 years you idiot. deyoung and young were together for 27
@@pepperdog2039 is it that difficult for you to read a simple wiki page and see that Gowan has now been in the band longer than deyoung? But I’m the idiot? Shut up, stupid. Know your role
Very informative and very entertaining! Both Volume 1 &2 !
Great interview Pete! Dennis is a good soul. Honest and hilarious! Greatly enjoyed.
Pat yourself on the back Pete this was the GREATEST interview I have ever heard. GREAT GREAT job Pete and thank you Dennis for being you and bringing us sooo much great music with sooo many memories attached to your music.
One of the best rock interviews i’ve ever heard!
Magazine article transcription quality interview
The reason I always liked Styx is because they can play a great ballad, then rock out. It's a shame they can't work it out. In my opinion, Styx is not Styx without Dennis Deyoung.
I wish Dennis would just open up a bit.
That was fantastic.
Such a great conversation with Dennis. He is amazing. Pete has given us such a good listen. I learned a lot I never knew about my favorite rock band growing up. Styx will always be my favorite. Nice to know the history. I think the new records Dennis has done are brilliant and I cant wait to play them over and over like my styx albums. This second volume is sounding just like Styx. That melodic rock sound! Nothing else like it, so good. Thanks again for posting. I am a fan of your channel.
After the last two albums and this two part interview I'm back to loving Dennis again. I still don't love a lot of his solo music but he seems like a great guy and I feel for him losing his band. I hope they get back together at least one more time and get to be friends again. Life is too short.
Also, Dammit Dennis! The Wooden Nickel albums are awesome. They may not sound perfect but they're gonna make you feel it!!!
Best interview by Pete Ive seen. It was so interesting and funny. I lost it when he cracked on Petes 1975 hairstyle lol
Wow. Just… Wow. What a guy! Wonderful interview!
Dennis Deyoung is highly intelligent and frank and hilarious all in one
It's great how gregariously Dennis talks to someone he hardly knows
Let's be honest here. Listening to Styx without Dennis Deyoung is like listening to Journey without Steve Perry, it just don't work.....
I’m not a big Styx or Dennis DeYoung fan, but this was my favorite interview Pete’s done.
Dennis is a legend! Good job Pete😀
What a genuine awesome man. Listened to 2.5 hrs, can do another 2.5. I hope to see you perform next year Dennis!
Face it people..unless Lawrence leaves Styx .. Dennis isn't coming back. Plus it's getting a little late in the game for all these guys. They're all 70+/-.
Styx was one of favorite bands when I started to listen to rock music. I owned Equinox and purchased Grand Illusion when it came out, however, I started to dislike them because I felt they were becoming more like a pop group - I am talking about when I was about 17 or 18 years old-. Listening to these two inteviews and getting to know Dennis de Young, who is so eloquent, sincere, honest, and by a great interview from Pete Bardo, who allowed Dennis to talk, made me to reconsider listening to Styx again after 42 years! Thanks also to a friend who shared the link for these interviews.
A real legend
Great interview! I do appreciate Dennis 'hashing out' some of the stuff around the breakup... there *are* a few finer points which I'd love to have discussed. I don't think it makes Dennis wrong, but are things he should be given the chance to comment/respond to.
I'm not into Styx or DDY at all BUT this is a great interview. Very interesting. Good job, Pete.
Love Dennis DeYoung singing
I listened to "STYX" not realizing this was the band I love
This is probably the best Dennis interview out there. Hat’s off Pete. Great job.
To paraphrase Nigel Tufnel: How much more awesome could this interview be? None more awesome. Thanks, Pete. And thanks, Dennis, for all the music.
You sound just like me. I use Spinal Tap quotes all the time.
Oh i want to see Styx again with Dennis
Dennis DeYoung and the 70's/80's/90's popular Styx is a national treasure. I hope one day soon his former compadres comes to terms with that and decide together to reunite and forge together again. I won't get my hopes up, bit an old Styx fan can dream.
I agree with Dennis! We should not be taking sides on which is better, Styx (new band) or Dennis! It's ok to like one or the other naturally due to your taste but, it is not ok to decide arbitrarily to hate one or the other due to some weird sense of loyalty based on the breakup. That is just sad. I genuinely like both the new Styx albums and Dennis's new stuff! Both are good in my opinion. I will admit, however, that Dennis comes off much better in interviews than the other guys. I try not to take sides but they just seem disrespectful towards him in their interviews. I especially do not like the way Lawrence Gowen talks about Dennis. Seems he was not there when things went down so why does he have to voice a public opinion at all? I like his music but I wish he would shut up sometimes. Sad. I do love hearing Dennis speak so fondly of the other guys! He does not take all the credit. He praises their collaboration. I wish they could all do that instead of throwing shade.
It was a great interview. He's all over the place, but so down to earth and gracious. Don't waste your time on Chuck Panozzo though; his autobiography was a pathetic hit piece.
What about the song "A Day" ? Styx II, An incredible tune.
I think Dennis appreciated that he wasn't being interviewed by some dumb ass DJ. This was great, I grew up listening to Styx. I still buy my music and I own both of the 23's.
It's very true and once you realize you didn't have to censor himself and he could open up crack jokes and just talk about life he did..
What a great interview! Thanks so much Pete for having him on and thanks to Dennis for giving us all the truth of the matter. As funny as the first part was this was a more of a serious look into the relationships of the band, good and bad. Just tremendous!
I love Styx, I love Dennis for not trashing Tommy and J. Y. Great interview Pete.
P.S. How can there be less than 3,000 views?
Lots of fun. Not a huge Styx fan ( I have 3 Styx albums) but DDY was very entertaining. I laughed out loud a few times. Would have loved to have heard what Dennis thinks of recent Styx albums, but imagine that's probably uncomfortable to talk about. Anyway, very entertaining and informative discussion. 👍🖖
Again, a wonderful interview. I love how you can ask questions then simply let the artist answer without being interrupted. Had to like, sub and ring the bell. Thank you for this! 🙏
Dennis is cool guy very smart. i got those early styx albums. thanks pete great interview.
Nearing the end, I did not know that JY wanted Ken Harck, who was in JY's band but also the drummer for Off Broadway USA (Stay in Time), in Styx.
Just a fantastic interview, although tinged with sadness of a bond lost. Styx wrote songs, and bl00dy good ones and that is, as Dennis says, it what it is really all about.
Wow, Todd Sucherman and DDY have now both been interviewed by Pete! Is Pardo the man to engineer the elusive Styx truce?!
I sure hope so. Styx was my first concert in 1979, and I would love to see Dennis, Tommy, and JY together one more time.
I think that ship has sailed
@Floyd Mouse If something was going to happen, then it should have happened long ago. James Young once said in an interview that Dennis was good for the band in the beginning, but then it became more about him. The fact that Dennis and Tommy couldn't be in the same room during the recording of Brave New World speaks volumes. Dennis said that he wants to retire. That news didn't spark a reunion. Peter even said in a previous video(I believe in the review for Crash Of The Crow) that Styx and Dennis seem better apart than together.
@@JIF882 Facts : JY said on BTM Deyoung was the best thing for Styx for the first 10 years which would be 1972 through 1982 their glory years. JY also said Deyoung believed in the band when he didn't. Speaking of volumes Shaw refused to finish BNM without a tour. The record company lawyers forced Tommy back in the studio. Shaw only seex Styx as a cash cow. And now it's all his as Jy shares a stage with Tommy's little buddy.
Miss u Dennis, need ur help here, I will stay tuned
If you don't like Italian sausage, don't watch them make it": Brilliant. Not a big Styx fan, but after this, worth looking deeper.
Heavy Water is a good song
He said if you DO like Italian sausage, don't watch it being made... ;)
Lots of fun in that Interview, even from someone who isnt a major Styx fan
I wish Tommy and JY had the same reverence for Styx that DDY has. His love for the band and what they achieved rises above all the bullshit and I find that heartening. It’s such a shame the three aren’t together in the band. Both factions are making good music separately, but it’ll never be as good as when they truly collaborate. Pete, no one could’ve done a better job than you did in this interview. The fact that Dennis spoke with you twice and for so long, is a testament to your knowledge and skill as a fan and journalist. I was riveted the whole time. This channel just keeps getting better. Bravo, man!!
What a great Interview. Strated with the first Part at 3 in the Morning and just wanted to peak in a bit but that Guy had so much interesting to say and also a great dry Humor... had to watch it in a Row, until the Sun rises. Excellent Interview. I wasn´t a huge Styx Fan to be honest but now i´m kinda curious to listen more into them. Say it again... excellent Interview!
I'd like to see Dennis de young and John Lydon in a interview together.
Yes, now that would be an interesting combination. Johnny apparently met up with Mick Jones (not the one in The Clash) and they got on very well, so I think Dennis and Johnny would find each other interesting.
@@jerryattwooll4864 Both are witty af. That has to make for an interesting pairing. There's a video of Pistols guitarist Steve Jones' Jonesy's Jukebox show where he has Lou Gramm on. It was a little awkward, as neither man knew the others' work very well, but entertaining nonetheless. I like both Foreigner and the Sex Pistols, so I thought it was fun.
@@colico14 Hi Colin, yes I've seen it, thanks. He also had Mick Jones on for an interview as well and that's where Mick told how he'd met Johnny and they got on very well and he also told the story of how he learned that Johnny loved Hot Blooded. That's a very entertaining interview if you can find it. Great to read that you enjoy music from both The Pistols and Foreigner, most would consider them complete opposites, but I think some of Foreigner's early work has more in common with the likes of punky harder rock than people think. The Jones' boys guitar tones are quite similar, at least to my untrained ear.
This is by far your best interview
Thanks Pete for this great moment with Dennis deyoung. Funny and respectfull person. Hé said all i was thinkin about a lot of subject... I like both the band Styx now and the solo stuff of Dennis. Even if i like less a band with the new singer i can appreciate it like Van Halen with Hagar and Arnel with journey and so on...
Pete, I've heard a sh!tload of DDY interviews, including two or three I did with him on talk radio (2001-2005). Dennis is always entertaining, but he was in absolute top form in both of your interviews Well done, Pete. Thanks for pulling some Wooden Nickel stories out of him. Serpent is Rising, indeed!
They should make an episode based on Columbo where Lawrence is killed, and Styx brings back Dennis. Unfortunately, Columbo's number one suspect was Dennis where he harassed him throughout the tour. It turned out that Lawrence was killed by his spinning keyboard and tried to frame Dennis. Styx was so happy and asked Columbo to join them on tour as their new road manager.
In The Beginning, we look into the “Crystal Ball” and saw “The Grand Illusion” which led us to the “Pieces Of Eight” and we found the “Cornerstone” at the entrance of the “Paradise Theater” and we found “Kilroy.”’
Great interview. Love Dennis's no bullshit straight talk with added humor. Would love you to have other interviews with discussion about new album being released.
Even though you have had wonderful guests in the past Pete I think this interview is one you will treasure for a long time. Dennis was great, you handled tough topics with sensitive questions and it was as Dennis said himself ‘a hoot.’
Pete Pardo and Sea of Tranquility deliver yet again. I'm not a big fan of Styx music but this was one (two parts) highly informative, entertaining and at times moving interview.
Fantastic Interview! Great job, Pete! Thank You!
I always say damn Yankees ruined 2 or 3 bands
This on the other hand I feel creates 2 good bands
"Can't we just like all of it, why do we have to take sides?"- BINGO
I think I know how to solve this thing... you know who should get together for a conversation? DDY and Lawrence Gowan.
LG is honestly a virtuoso. The guy is a phenomenal player. But the times I met him he was super sweet and humble as well. And I LOVE his Styx songs... they tread a nice area between Billy Joel the Beatles and Queen...but he also is a bit of a cornball on stage (like Dennis)
in short, i think he and DDY would probably like each other and have a mutual respect.
Maybe LG is the guy who could convince TS & JY to soften their stance and bring DDY out for a final tour. And as long as LG is involved with it too, I don't see why he'd be opposed. It would be a bigger tour and a bigger payday for actually less work for him, and he could focus on singing more of his own songs, rather than ones he didn't write... seems like a win-win-win to me.
That is the best idea I have heard in a long time.
I'm a musician I sang there music such as BEST OF TIMES/ BABE/Mr. Robato and among others.
I'm influence by Styx
My opinion is IT IS NOT STYX IF THERE IS NO DENNIS DEYOUNG 💕
ON STAGE .
One of your best Pete, very entertaining couple of hours. Suite Madame Blue is probably my favourite song by them
Admired your patience Pete. Dennis is a handful
No way, Pete's having a blast. Dennis may be a 'handful' but in all the best ways.
He's the Malcolm McDowell of rock'n'roll... ;-]
I have always loved Dennis solo work and Styx. Desert Moon was epic for me. I went through it.
Be awesome Dennis Chicago guy like me and that self-de appreciation humor.
One thing you have to watch when he talks though it's a lot of tongue and cheek and a lot of quick ad libs he let's fly which are a whole lot of fun always a great interview with Denny hope you enjoyed it.
Hey Dennis. You're welcome to come jam with us back i the dive bars in Chicago anytime. Good old Stevie Starlight has a jam at Durbins on Tuesdays.
Thanks Pete. I’m not even a Styx fan but I couldn’t turn this off.
Styx Dream Setlist
Put Me On
Born For Adventure
Too Much Time On My Hands
I'm O.K.
You Need Love
Miss America
Best Thing
Lorelei
Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man)
Lords Of The Ring
You Better Ask
Father O.S.A.
Crystal Ball
Man Of Miracles
Renegade
Lady
Clair De Lune/Ballerina
ENCORE
Heavy Water
Suite Madame Blue
Come Sail Away
Queen Of Spades
Castle Walls
That's great, but Unfinished Song has to be on that.
Not much difference in hard rockness btween styx and dennis new albums for people to b taking sides, both high quality hard rock
Mention the Fresno 78 video ? That's better than Winterland...
Capital Center 1981 was the best
You have to interview Tommy Shaw to get his side of the story too
Dennis write a memoir
AWESOME Pete, and thank you Dennis De Young!!!! brings back So many great memories. being in Indiana all of my life Styx for all of these decades have always been regional monster of rock. lost count of how many times i've seen Styx from way back in the day to more current shed shows but the line without Dennis is just ok, the magic for me will always be with Dennis being the integral part he has always been to the formula. Styx without Dennis is worse than pizza without cheese! \m/ \m/
Do you think the Feud is the reason why they are not in the Hall of Fame??? Maybe because of this they are waiting til either all of the current styx or DD is dead then they do it???? How awkward would it be if they put them all on stage today??? I would love to see it. Dennis is s First Class person and I see him every time he comes to town over the many years alone. He puts on a better show than Tommy......And yes I have seen "Styx" with Tommy 3 times over the last 20 years. I just saw him in Tampa 2 weeks ago. So no need to throw hate at this comment. Let me know what you'll think?
Dennis is the true voice of Styx, and always will be. I've been to see the "new" Styx and was left underwhelmed, even though I did enjoy alot of TS's material. Did not like Gowan, just sounds like a cover band. That said, from now on, think I'll be keeping track of when DDY has his next concert in the Northeast, can't wait.😘
Pete gets to interview rock royalty. Great insights into both DDY and Styx.