Styx - Crystal Ball - CYO | THE WOLF HUNTERZ Reactions

[@leademi1387]

I had the honor of being a member on the orchestra during this concert, and this was my favorite to play of the set. STYX so amazing to work with and they treated us with respect and not “just kids”. Everyone in the orchestra and chorus were 18 and under. Liza Grossman, the conductor, is such an amazing and passionate person. Every cyo alum loves her.

[@markhaus2830]

Awesome job Lea! What instrument do you play?

[@leademi1387]

@@markhaus2830 oboe and English horn- mainly English horn when I was a member of that orchestra.

[@sqonk21]

You guys were great...I absolutely love it 😀 🎶

[@msaz2720]

You all did an amazing job!

[@katequick3602]

I've often wondered about the people in the orchestra and choir and how this impacted them. It seems like it was a great opportunity and experience. The conductor seemed like such a great person and seeing all the young people doing this is incredible to watch but being a part of it must have been amazing.

[@albertjflores8950]

I was 17 now 63 , how time flies

[@lilpoohbear653]

I am 60 and was just thinking that same thing...life is truly a vapor...whatever you are gonna do...better get on with it!!!

[@tracyanne1548]

Me too…I used to sing this song to my son as I was rocking him as a baby lol I love this song! Took him to see Styx at 10 years old at art park in Lewiston. New York was so great!! He’s 28 now lol and I am 63 😍

[@williamreiser3118]

Know feeling 63 next Jan 20th miss 1970's

[@Freedum_Fries]

this whole concert is amazing and it was recorded so well

[@breese42]

I couldn’t agree more!

[@sixslinger9951]

Tommy Shaw is one of the most talented musicians ever. The dude has a voice like no other and his guitar chops are also world class!

[@dathorndike4908]

It sounds like a punch in the face when the whole band and orchestra kicks in. That room must have been literally shaking from the shear power of the music that night

[@albertjflores8950]

I remember the Crystal ball Concert at the Municipal Auditorium in San Antonio , Texas in 1977 .

[@scottboyle4596]

That entire concert with the Cleveland Youth Orchestra is my fav thing on KZbin. Styx and those kids crushed it. And the conductor was amazing to watch!

[@jackarmstrong1838]

I live in Cleveland and i MISSED all these concerts!

[@johnpenner2632]

All around a freakin' great performance. Props to the orchestra and conductor and of course, to Styx.

[@joeallegra556]

I have been fortunate enough to witness their live show twice over the years. There are not many bands that can hold a candle to this band in a live setting. It's not a Grand Illusion...it's the real deal!

[@johncraig7732]

You are correct! I have seen them 35 times and have met them on several occasions. They have not missed a step after all these years!

[@Embur12]

You can spend a few pieces of eight to see them I imagine....but you probably sail away to the music. I caught them at the Michigan State Fair on a Friday night back in the early eighties. The show was so great I went back for the Saturday night show also.

[@toyferBritney]

Saw them once in the Fall of '77 as a high school graduate. Had a great time!

[@dkwoodsy2082]

Keyboard player Lawrence Gowan is a classically trained pianist with a killer voice- and Todd Schuerman is a kickass drummer. And lest us not forget James Young on the other guitar! He and Tommy Shaw are the only 2 “original”members of the band. Check out Snowblind. JY wrote and sang that one (and no it’s not about a weather snowstorm)

[@cpframe]

This era of music is hands down the best

[@albertjflores8950]

197 , or 77 saw them at the Municipal Auditorium , San Antonio Texas Styx Stallion and Angel

[@Stephanie-lm7sp]

Tommy is a huge proponent of arts in the schools!!!

[@samuraidarryl]

By far my fave STYX album is Crystal Ball. It’s wall to wall greatness. When I saw you guys reacting to this track I couldn’t wait to see it. I haven’t seen the band in concert with this orchestra before now. It rocks!!! Great review. You guys loved it. So did I

[@vanderhoff80]

This is Tommy when he's much older without the band. He still sounds great! I bought the DVD of this concert he did with this High School Orchestra

[@jeraldkimball494]

I was fortunate to have seen Styx , Eddie Money , The Guess Who , and just so many other greats ay the Cynthia Woods Pavilian in Houston, Texas. Was such a grand show.

[@johncraig7732]

CYO- Cleveland Youth Orchestra! Spinning keyboard has been a STYX trademark for years!

[@robertwalker1803]

You would love lead singer Tommy Shaw in a supergroup that he was in after Styx broke up for awhile called Damn Yankees.Had the great Ted Nugent,Jack Blades of Night Ranger,and drummer Michael Carteleone,who has been with Lynyrd Skynyrd now for 25 years now. Try their “ Come Again” video if you want some beautiful voices,guitar slaying,bass lines,and killer drumming.They put out two great albums together.

[@williamreiser3118]

You know the record label executives paid the damn Yankees off not to record another album it's a shame both of those albums they did were very solid no filler songs

[@grumpyoldgraymetalhead2441]

“I wonder what tomorrow has in mind for me or am I even in it’s mind at all?” One day at a time. You can’t take back yesterday and tomorrow isn’t promised to you.

[@jimgolding1968]

This song is almost 50 years old!!!! I think many people forget that these guys are still out there, post 70, and sounding a billion times better than some of the others out there... yes, i realize Dennis, John, and Chuck are no longer there, but Lawrence, Todd, and Ricky (now Terry) filled in so well, and make it work so well. Can't wait to see them in charleston in a few weeks, for the 15th time in 40 years

[@ebenclukey7293]

The guys from Styx love the fact that they get to go out at night and play rock stars. They gave and give every ounce of energy to the pursuit of rock and roll . They deliver a show that gives each member of the audience much more than their money's worth. True Legends.

[@rkellymiller]

It really is a beautiful song. My favorite Styx song, hands down. Tommy's voice hasn't changed since he joined the band. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to listen to this song again! 😉

[@daveheesen9174]

his voice has changed...it's gotten better

[@leisastalnaker3790]

Tommy Shaws voice has just gotten richer over the years, more depth. Love it.

[@williamtaylor9368]

Fantastic harmonies and one of the best drummers in the business. Also love seeing the conductor getin into it!

[@samuelschmelzer6551]

Styx are very good. Nuff said

[@jeffmaples2360]

The lead singer and lead guitarist is Tommy Shaw - he’s from Alabama originally and was one of the co-starters of Styx with Dennis DeYoung who was the first to leave Styx. Tommy still maintains a concert schedule performing as Styx - you should check out his acoustic sessions with the your orchestra. Fantastic stuff.

[@jona.874]

Incorrect on two points - the band was formed in 1972, and Tommy joined the band between their 5th and 6th albums in late 1975 - replacing John Curulewski who had left the band to spend more time with his family -and due to an argument with Dennis de Young, lead singer and main personae. Dennis did not leave the band until 1999.

[@MrJoseph6119]

I just saw Styx 8 months ago in El Paso, Tx and they are still amazing and better than ever!. So lucky to have seen them!

[@deanlayman9200]

Lucky dog

[@tkblondish5820]

Wait what? Lawrence Gowan isn't "the" lead singer, he's a singer, but Tommy Shaw is the "lead" singer.

[@croakingtoad4472]

This is more recent vintage Styx with Lawrence Gowan (of Criminal Mind fame) replacing Denis DeYoung on vocals and keyboard. Gowan was a brilliant addition as he fit seamlessly into the band. The rotating keyboard is one of Gowan's signature stage presence things.

[@shirleyle3931]

Can't tell you how wonderful it makes me feel seeing young people enjoying and respecting older rock, Wonderful performance by a great band! Thanks so much

[@kathygrant39]

I know I came late to the party, thanks for this. This is my all time fave Styx, still played to perfection decades later. Yes, it got me through a tough transition. I played it every morning in my way to work that season.

[@satricv]

You want to talk talent, Tommy Shaw does everything by ear/from memory, he can't read music, never has been able to, for his entire career. And he has written some of Styx's biggest hits over the years.

[@edwardbarrett453]

Hey must say I have some great Styx memories saw the in Hawaii 1978 there was a period of time then that every morning before I left the house I started it with music from two Styx album. “Pieces of 8 and equinox and lighting my favorite bud of the moment and off my day went

[@deafnewt6361]

Wow. Thanks for doing this one. What memories this song brings back. What a song! What a band!

[@deloresfritz2652]

I just saw them 6 weeks ago. Will be seeing them again in 3 weeks. They still have it.

[@dariendudley941]

I haven't heard STYX since I was at the senior prom 1982

[@markhaus2830]

The Grand Illusion tour was in the 70's not the 80's. The Grand Illusion came out in 1977.

[@charliemac64]

Good to know I'm not the only one who caught that. ;)

[@johncraig7732]

I had them react to this. Saw them Oct. 31, 1977 when I was home on leave from the Military. Sorry my memory is not sharp enough for you guys! Sucks being disabled!

[@aliadgate5296]

I saw Styx in the early 80's. I had the biggest crush on Tommy Shaw! Thanks for bringing back some great memories.

[@u.s.veteranandpatriot7511]

Tommy Shaw not only went to preform with cyo orchestra- he brought them to preform with Styx at a live concert

[@albertoperez7119]

It couldn't be the Grand illusion tour cuz the graduation was released in 1977 he was probably thinking Paradise theater not the Grand illusion tour because I saw sticks under Grand illusion tour in 1977 great album great memories

[@sqonk21]

Absolutely love your reaction to one of my favorite videos and songs of this band...I've seen them live twice and they are just phenomenal...Tommy 'bleepin' Shaw is an outstanding singer/guitar player imho... You two are pretty awesome...😊 and thank you for this...

[@TheSmittenman]

These Styx-CYO shows are amazing

[@zildjian4life433]

You two always brighten my day, although I have to be honest and admit that Ms. Suzie steals my heart with her smile. ;-) Thanks for doing this one, Tommy Shaw and Styx are real super stars and doing this for these kids is an experience none of them will ever forget!

[@German_1]

That's a youth orchestra styx took the time to do some songs with. What a thrill for rockstars to take some time for the kids! Tommy shaw is singing and playing that 12 string. In its day it was a no. 1 song I think.

[@lilpoohbear653]

and they were old foagies (I'm a foagie) doing this vid clip...amazing...love Tommy...talented guy

[@lilpoohbear653]

if you two get a chance...go back and listen to the original recording ...it is much more rockin... 1977

[@Squidette18]

Have seen this band Styx 4 times and loved every note played and yes on the Grand Allusion tour😎 The guy in the blue tie and the lead singer are original members but they sure can rock it! I also have seen the lead guitarist Tommy Shaw when he was in Damn Yankees with Ted Nugent, Jackie Blades from night ranger you need to listen o more Styx and some Damn Yankees 👍🏻

[@Deborahtunes]

Crystal Ball is my 3rd favorite Styx track. I began hearing it in my teenage years, when everything was so confusing & unsure. The song still holds a special place in my heart today. JY once said Styx received a letter from a fan who stated that they were contemplating suicide. This song stopped them from going through with it. Never underestimate the power of how music affects us. Tommy wrote this before joining Styx. The original version is all acoustic guitar with another verse which was taken out when Styx recorded it for Shaw's first album with them. It should be on KZbin, by his band 'Harvest' if you want to check it out. I've seen Styx 6 times in concert. They put on a great show...

[@Teddiursa767]

I love Styx & Tommy Shaw!

[@caperboy1169]

The keyboard player is Lawrence Gowan. He’s Canadian and is also known as Gowan. He had a successful solo career before joining Styx

[@lizzyfletcher3175]

Tommy Shaw that voice!

[@MobilDJ50]

in addition to the conductor, watch how the musicians ATTACK their instruments

[@jalkabre5904]

Such a fantastic song !!!

[@johnro6659]

I saw Styx several times when they played the Boston area. I was not a big fan but still one of the best concerts you could have saw back then. I became a fan after I saw them the first time.

[@albertoperez7119]

Yeah this album the crystal ball was releasing the summer of 1976 what a great great memories 2 and this song comes from the album Cristobal cuz it is the title of the album

[@mobyman440]

These guys in the 70’s and going into the 80’s were tight!

[@bronsongetseven7326]

Lawrence Gowan is the keyboardist. Tommy Shaw the lead guitarist that sings this song.

[@dannylawson6328]

Of all of your videos this is my favorite, great job...

[@simoncowell6571]

I always recommend this and the 1996 Return to Paradise tour version. This one hits you with a nice wall of sound with the youth orchestra.

[@davidstephens6462]

Though considered soft rock, STYX was a badass combination of musicians. 4 songwriters, 3 keyboardist , 2 badass guitarists, 4 layers of vocals. Check out tommy Shaw’s work with Damn Yankees.

[@paulwebster3417]

I grew up sneaking into Styx concerts and hanging out in parks at night listening to this band. Far and away my favorite Styx song and I curse the day Dennis DeYoung bullied the band into making mr. Roboto.

[@carolgarten-long7878]

Tommy Shaw is beyond great.

[@samuelschmelzer6551]

You guys crack me up! Dude you’re are so REAL!! Love it! Girl. You’re so beautiful….physically, and as a person …Tommy is playing a 12 string BTW.😜

[@alfredgregory6473]

Saw them in 69 and 80 fantastic

[@msaz2720]

That yummy little Tommy Shaw, seriously though, I've been lucky enough to see and meet Styx many times over the years truly a fantastic band, and really nice guys too!

[@rolandgirouard5914]

I remember tangerine dream....micro dot acid. By the way saw STYX in Montreal ,saw the paradise theater tour.

[@kylerasmusson9109]

I'm so diggin the pink hair

[@CraigHamblet]

Tommy Shaw, imho, is one of the most underrated talents. Vocals and incredible on guitar

[@joeschmoe233]

This version is amazing.

[@alfredgregory6473]

Saw them in 79 and 81 and I think I like your reaction more than the song. Y’all appreciate great music

[@paulm8908]

i hope your relationship is not on the rocks. you give me hope with your love. crystal ball is a song that never lets down. its so amazing.

[@kswwhodat]

Tommy Shaw rules! Check out Damn Yankees " Come again" to hear more of his vocal abilities.

[@toddalderson7050]

Tommy Shaw. A+ 10 Underrated.

[@antoniocarlin5026]

Fav STYX song for eveeer..............!!!

[@tommythompson9565]

Saw "CYO" -- almost passed. But didn't. Yay !!

[@tonylaurin9294]

That's Lawrence Gowan on keyboard.😊

[@Robert-py4ce]

This rendition of Crystal Ball is to me better than the original recorded version

[@kennethv5250]

guys you should be able to watch a CYO concert in your hometown at any time, since my understanding is that you are near or in cleveland

[@zildjian4life433]

CYO is Children's Youth Orchestra

[@MobilDJ50]

she's really feeling it and he interrupts at the worst time

[@gericko]

I've seen Styx in concert too many times to count. Amazing in the studio, but live is where they shine. In my opinion, the best performance from this concert (which is available on dvd etc.) is Blue Collar Man. Please react to this one. :) The orchestra is the Contemporary Youth Orchestra and the name of the concert is "One With Everything." Many from this youth orchestra have gone on to have professional careers with prominent orchestras. Tommy Shaw (the singer in this video) has also done a performance with this orchestra as has Jon Anderson of Yes among others.

[@ferretmom66]

They did blue collar man a while ago

[@gericko]

@@ferretmom66 Awesome! I'll go find it now. :)

[@mcgrath16511]

I believe he wrote this song when he was 16!!

[@OneVoiceMore]

Small correction: The Grand Illusion couldn't have featured the original lineup. John C. was already dead by then.

[@APaganPerspective]

Tommy Shaw is WAY underrated

[@STYXFRKS]

Tommy Shaw’s first album with Styx.

[@gregstilwell7760]

You should react to Damn Yankees.. a supergroup comprised of Jack Blades (Night Ranger), Ted Nugent and the lead singer on this song, Tommy Shaw as their Lead Vocalist.

[@garya7893]

Love the song since the 70s . I think the orchestra should done the keyboard solo in this case still loved it

[@izorion6443]

Tommy Shaw....the OG GigaChad

[@dieterjohann6781]

journey, styx, reo speedwagon ... you know what i mean !

[@dwayneramsey606]

Check out the original studio version

[@guykriz2597]

The Grand Illusion Tour was in 1977. Definitely not in the 80’s.

[@violetflame23]

And still they're not in the Rock Hall of Fame - should be called the Rock Hall of Shame.

[@mobyman440]

There is an orchestra and don’t call me Shirley.

[@marcosborne4974]

That's t Cleveland Youth Orchestra.

[@TheRealZygmo]

In my opinion, a live version of Crystal Ball can never come close to the studio version. Check it out.

[@rickrack4812]

Tommy Shaw

[@albertjflores8950]

Hopefully nobody ate beans or cabbage 😳🤔😜😆😉🙂😀

[@Jelsick]

And Styx still isn't in the RRHOF.

[@paulfrizzell3153]

I agreed that styx is still good today but the original lineup was the best that they ever had I think they made a big mistake when they fired Dennis DeYoung

[@sheldonhamm4904]

you liked that .. then try ..styx .. song called . the best of times

[@samuelschmelzer6551]

It’s a 12 string

[@evanhume3706]

Buddy stops it just when then best part starts ....to say essentially nothing. Just filling reaction space.