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Because he was demanding, had the most creative control, earned the most money, and limited the amount of dates that the band could tour. And he had been doing this for about 20 yrs. before he was fired. He'd also been fired once before concerning "Babe" (a song that Tommy and JY rebelled against) and then "First Time" which Dennis insisted making the single for the album "Cornerstone" though the band re-hired him later.
NO NO NO! It was actually because he told the band that he had an illness that made him sensitive to stage lights (it made him dizzy, and tired) and he asked Styx to postpone the tour, but instead they forged onward with Tommy Shaw being the front-man and replacing Dennis with Lawrence Gowan. In a way, I don't think Tommy ever really cared for Dennis that much because they had such different views in the direction they wanted the band to go in, and he sometimes gave off a malevolent vibe.
I really think the Styx tours are a ginormous middle finger to Dennis DeYoung.
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Who is the lead singer for Styx on the song renegade?
Styx never really had a "lead singer." There were three main singers- Tommy Shaw James "JY" Young and Dennis DeYoung. Dennis DeYoung was replaced by Lawrence Gowan.
Where did the members of styx go to school?
I am not sure but Dennis Deyoung is from Montreal, Quebec and still lives there today.
Who is the lead singer for Styx?
Present: Lawrence Gowan, Jy, Tommy Shaw Past: Dennis Deyoung, Glen Burtnik
Are Cliff DeYoung and Dennis DeYoung brothers?
No, No, No they are not related.
How did Styx name their band?
The band Styx, which was formed in 1961 was originally known as The Tradewinds. In 1965 the band changed the name to TW4 after a band called The Trade Winds broke nationally. Finally, after signing to Wooden Nickel Records in 1972, the name was officially changed to Styx. Dennis Deyoung has said the reason that it was chosen was because it was the only name that none of the members hated.
How tall is Dennis deyoung of styx?
6" feet tall.
Which two members of styx were teachers?
Dennis DeYoung and Chuck Panozzo
Who is the Lead singer on styx come sail away?
Dennis DeYoung
Who is the lead singer for Styx on the song renegade?
Styx never really had a "lead singer." There were three main singers- Tommy Shaw James "JY" Young and Dennis DeYoung. Dennis DeYoung was replaced by Lawrence Gowan.
What is Dennis DeYoung most famous for?
Dennis DeYoung is a famous American singer, songwriter, musician and producer who is most famous for being the founder of the rock band Styx as lead vocalist and keyboardist.
Where did the members of styx go to school?
I am not sure but Dennis Deyoung is from Montreal, Quebec and still lives there today.
Who wrote mr roboto?
The song "Mr. Roboto" was written by Dennis DeYoung of the band Styx. It was released in 1983 as part of their album Kilroy Was Here.
Who is the lead singer for Styx?
Present: Lawrence Gowan, Jy, Tommy Shaw Past: Dennis Deyoung, Glen Burtnik
When was Dennis DeYoung born?
Dennis DeYoung was born on February 18, 1947.
What is Dennis DeYoung's birthday?
Dennis DeYoung was born on February 18, 1947.
Who wrote the wonderful song Mr Roboto?
Mr Roberto was written by Dennis DeYoung of Styx and featured on their album Kilroy Was Here released in 1983. The song itself was recorded in 1982 and has since featured on the soundtrack of many movies and TV shows.
Are Cliff DeYoung and Dennis DeYoung brothers?
No, No, No they are not related.
