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Styx, REO Speedwagon + Ted Nugent Bring 'The Midwest Rock 'N Roll Express' Tour to Massachusetts – Photos

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 17:30:40 +0000

The train just keeps a ‘rollin on ‘The Midwest Rock ‘N Roll Express’ tour, featuring the triple bill of Styx, REO Speedwagon and Ted Nugent. The classic rock collective that earned a prominent spot on our ‘Must-See Rock Concerts of 2013’ list recently made a pit stop in Springfield, Mass. on April 23. Check out our photos from the show below.

REO, Styx + Ted Nugent Donating Proceeds From Concerts to Boston Marathon Bombing Victims

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:36:07 +0000

Classic rockers Styx and REO Speedwagon -- along with tour mate Ted Nugent -- have come to the rescue once again. The heartland rockers will donate a portion of the proceeds from their current Midwest Rock 'N' Roll Express tour to victims of the recent Boston Marathon bombings.

Styx and Slayer Guitar Summit – Pic of the Week

Jeff Giles — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 12:32:50 +0000

There probably isn't a heck of a lot of overlap between their fanbases, but that didn't stop Slayer guitarist Kerry King from showing up for Styx's Feb. 8 concert -- or hanging out with Tommy Shaw and James 'JY' Young backstage after the last encore.

30 Years Ago – Styx Release 'Kilroy Was Here'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:22:38 +0000

Styx were one of the biggest American rock groups of the '70s, with a string of hit albums and songs including 'Lady,' 'Come Sail Away,' 'Renegade' and 'Blue Collar Man.' The group scored two of their biggest successes with concept albums -- 1977's 'The Grand Illusion,' and 'Paradise Theatre' in 1981. On Feb. 28, 1983, Styx released 'Kilroy Was Here,' their most ambitious concept album yet. But within a year, tensions in the group came to a breaking point, bringing the classic era of Styx to an end.

Styx Sues Record Company Over Alleged Stolen Royalties

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:37:49 +0000

According to Styx, their record company has been less than honest with forking over their royalties for the past several years. In fact, the band alleges that the record company went as far as creating a â€œphony business modelâ€ just to avoid paying them â€“ talk about a grand illusion. TMZ reports that Styx recently [...]

Styx, Ted Nugent + REO Speedwagon Announce New Midwest Rock 'N Roll Express Tour Dates

Billy Dukes — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 17:37:32 +0000

A successful two-month run in 2012 has lead to more shows together for REO Speedwagon, Styx and Ted Nugent in 2013. The Midwest Rock 'n Roll Express tour will begin again in April, with 20 dates announced through May 19.

Dennis DeYoung Re-Staging Styx' 'Paradise Theatre' Tour for a DVD Release

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 18:05:10 +0000

Former Styx front man Dennis DeYoung hasn't been an active member of the group he helped found since 1999, but he still makes his living by playing their greatest hits. DeYoung's current solo band is geared toward recreating the classic Styx sound as closely as possible, and the singer, songwriter and keyboardist has revealed that he is hoping to re-stage the superstar rock group's most successful tour for an upcoming DVD release.

Styx Extends 2012 'Grand Illusion' / 'Pieces of Eight' Tour

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 21:28:04 +0000

After a highly successful run with their ‘Grand Illusion’ / ‘Pieces of Eight’ tour, Styx has decided to extend the U.S. leg with a handful of additional shows that will keep them on the road throughout the end of the year. Fans who are west of the Mississippi will finally have their chance to witness [...]

Styx, REO Speedwagon + Ted Nugent 'Midwest Rock 'N Roll Express' – Exclusive Photo Gallery

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 21:32:42 +0000

When Styx, Reo Speedwagon, and Ted Nugent announced that they were teaming up this summer for the ‘Midwest Rock ‘N Roll Express’ tour, the classic rock gods had to have smiled down from above knowing they had crafted the perfect trifecta.

Great Classic Rock Concerts Coming To The Area [VIDEO]

Steph Barber — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 23:05:03 +0000

I have a good feeling about this summer’s concert season. There have already been some great shows announced! Steve Winwood comes to The Fillmore in Detroit on May 16. Those tickets are now on sale through Ticketmaster. Need a quick Winwood fix to get you by? I can help. Check out the video below. [...]

Steve Winwood and Midwest Rock N' Roll Express Tickets On Sale This Weekend

Steph Barber — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 19:24:23 +0000

As the spring and summer concert season starts to come together, two great shows go on sale this weekend. Steve Winwood hits the Fillmore in Detroit on Wednesday, May 16. Those tickets are now on sale through Ticketmaster. The Midwest Rock ‘N Roll Express Tour featuring Ted Nugent, REO Speedwagon and Styx will play DTE [...]

Styx To Perform In Mid-Michigan

Steph Barber — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:24:21 +0000

Definitely a US103.1 favorite, Styx will perform next month in mid-Michigan. The band will perform at Soaring Eagle Casino in Mt. Pleasant on Friday, March 2 featuring the current lineup of Tommy Shaw, James Young, Lawerence Gowan, Todd Sucherman And Ricky Phillips. Tickets range in price form $15 to $39 and are available @ Soaringeagle.com.

Yes And Styx Together – Without Original Singers?

Jeff Holbrook — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:34:41 +0000

That's right. Both bands are doing it without the key voices that helped make these bands famous. Styx without Dennis DeYoung is hardly Styx, but at least Tommy Shaw is there. But Yes hiring a Jon Anderson sound alike should be criminal! What do you think?

They each have new albums coming out and will be on tour together this summer

Tommy Shaw to Release Bluegrass Album

Kelly Stevens — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 10:58:34 +0000

Tommy Shaw, guitarist of legendary rock bands Styx and Damn Yankees, is set to release his debut bluegrass album, The Great Divide on March 22nd, 2011. The album features an impressive roster of guest musicians, including Alison Krauss, Dwight Yoakam and many more. With this album, Shaw, a Montgomery, Alabama native, establishes himself as an authentic [...]