Styx

What a cool guy with some great insight into his crazy world.

We have them to thank — and blame — for a lot of others.

No. 3 hit is often cited as the moment when their relationship with Dennis DeYoung fractured beyond repair.

His bold venture created a schism within the band.

'Cyclorama' marked the start a new chapter after splitting with their co-founding frontman.

These songs rocked, then rolled over into the mainstream.

'Rolling Stone' founder Jann Wenner insists he has no control over nominations.

"We were just a mixture that happened to come together in Chicago and ultimately find a sound that worked," says guitarist James "J.Y." Young.

Three bands teamed up for a night filled with '70s and '80s hits.

Trek runs from May through August, with Loverboy as special guest.

Bands will team for seven dates in June.

Styx brought their Paradise Theatre Tour to Portland. It was a sold out show at the Civic Center on April 19,1981.

"If you play 'Renegade,' 'Babe' and 'Mr. Roboto' for somebody, I don't think they'd think it was the same band."

Band's former singer and keyboardist reflects on album's grand inspiration and tour.

This fifth album marked a pivotal transition point, with their music and career.

42 years ago today, Styx rocked a sold out show at the Civic Center in Portland. Their second Maine appearance was in ongoing support of the 1977 mega-album, The Grand Illusion and an upcoming new album