Vocal Coach REACTS - STYX 'Come Sail Away'

[@stevenewcomer8837]

Tommy Shaw on the high harmony. He is a top notch vocalist in his own right.

[@SueKay-rq1lr]

Dennis is an awesome singer and songwriter. He was definitely Styx.

[@classicarcadeamusementpark4242]

The synth string you referred to was done on an ARP String Ensemble (also known as the Solina before ARP put their name on it) keyboard using a phase shifter. In the mix that follows it is also a bit of Hammond organ. But the best part instrumentally, was the middle section cut from the video. This song was released about a month after Star Wars came out, and the synthesizer driven instrumental section sounded it was from out of space. Dennis was not only an incredible singer, but also an incredible lead synth player. Yes, Tommy sang the high part of the 2 part harmony of the chorus both live & in the studio, which is unusual because Styx normally does 3 or even 4 part harmonies. 2 part seemed to work well in this song. Like most of their songs, this song was a team effort with both Dennis & Tommy writing parts and combining them. But generally they credited who ever wrote the largest portion. They worked incredibly well when they were both on the same team. Sadly, the band has never been the same since ousting Dennis DeYoung, their primarily lead singer, main song writer, hit writer, and also incredible synth/keyboard player. He was also a founding member of the band and the main reason for their success having formed the band with his neighbors way back in 1962. Also, the band was not a rock band back in 1962 until a Nun at the church they rehearsed in suggested they become a rock band. And the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show soon after was also an inspiration (not really an influence on their progressive rock sound) on them and many other bands of their day. Would the Beatles continue if they had ousted Paul? I think you could make that kind of comparison. As you mentioned, they played with a lot of energy. This was well captured on 1984 video "Caught in the Act".

[@cricketk9904]

Saw Styx numerous times and loved every single one of them!! It's a shame that so much of the song was cut out/off though on this video. 🎶

[@charleswoerner3455]

thank you. i learned how to play drumset to styx albums in the late 70's early 80's on pillows!!! Went on to become an accomplished symphonic percussionist.

[@paulbryan6716]

From their 1977 album "The Grand Illusion". Classic!

[@SarahDaraban]

I saw them live a few years back and they sound as good live now as they did on studio record and they are so much fun with so much energy and comical relief!

[@racing2cat]

I loved listening to this on headphones with the synth moving from right to left - made me feel I was in a different world! 🙂❤ Highly recommend listening to a Tommy Shaw-led song, like Blue Collar Man, Snowblind, or their remake of Can't Find My Way Home.

[@tk72231968]

Styx is one of those bands that I enjoyed even though I was only around 10 years old. I still remember hearing them on my little red ball radio.

[@srt8rocketship241]

Just saw the in Valdosta Ga. last saturday. They are so professional. Hit it all dead on. Well worth going.

[@tallbassguy]

One of my favorite bands. That guitarist singing the harmony vocals is Tommy Shaw, and he did sing that live as he was playing and still can at 69 years old. He is still going strong. JY also still an original band member getting it done. I recently heard that Dennis DeYoung has unnoficially retired. I did get to meet him a few years back, wearing purple, like a royal should. I also did get to see them live on the Roboto tour, which may not have been their best days, but the performance I saw didnt reveal any of the infighting that history has told us. Im actually a bass player myselfr, and have been thinking of a Styx tribute band. I havent seen any around my area.

[@dancollins8296]

This band was extremely talented. Tommy and Dennis although they didn't get along very well, they made some great music

[@jeremiahrose4681]

Tommy Shaw the guitarist, is also a great singer as well.....I don't think he gets as much credit as he deserves.....one of my favorite artist for sure.

[@joyceshellhammer8865]

Ken, I love seeing your reactions. From the first time I saw you, I thought you looked familiar. Still havent figured that part out. 🤷 Your enthusiasm for what you are doing is so fun to watch. Keep up the great work.

[@Notintimidated2013]

You mentioned the trill he played. The vocal stars and bands of the 60s 70s 80s and even 90s were mostly classically trained musicians. We all had lessons from grade school through high school and through college. We then got private teachers, etc. Sorry to say that a number of musicians today do not have the proper basics and therefore many of them lack creativity.🤷🏻‍♀️

[@bollyjeff]

They had three lead singers in the band.

[@cathykushner8903]

Yes, that is why they always nailed their harmonies.

[@lr8684]

You should listen to Renegade, crystal ball, fool yourself, blue collar man, too much time in your hands etc with Tommy Shaw. He's the other lead singer in styx. One of the best bands ever.

[@JimmyRJump]

This is the single version. The song is missing the guitar solo and the synthesizer interlude halfway through. The album version is six minutes and nine seconds long.

[@cottontopprintshop452]

Wow! That was fun! Flashback!!

[@Luana6350]

Thanks for another wonderful reaction video❣

[@KenLavigne]

My pleasure 😊

[@davidbanachek7966]

Tommy Shaw is still rocking at 70 years old. A few years ago he was on an episode of Daryl's House and performed a few songs. It's a great video to get a better feel for how well he can still hit the high notes live. Daryl's House is a show where Daryl Hall (of Hall and Oates fame) invites musical artist over to his home studio for some fun playing. Here is a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4XRpmVtn62tY8k

[@msmegs93]

Thank you- I watched that and ❤d it!

[@MiladyMacabre]

Here's a live version from 1977 -- the sound is very sharp in this recording

[@glyngasson8450]

There is a great live version available and there's very little difference, Styx are unique in that they have 3 singers, Dennis, Tommy Shaw (the shorter guitarist), and James Young (the other guitarist)

[@jimspetdragons3737]

Tommy Shaw (guitarist) also sings lead vocals often as does James Young (not sure how often he sings the lead).

[@coachjdc]

Tommy has some real vocal chops

[@Gokash4672]

Enjoy your analysis. I am not a singer but I love listening to music. I like the fact that you are open minded to music from different countries! A request please, Tennessee Whisky by Cakra Khan. He is part of an Indonesian group that puts out music every Wednesday, hence the band name, “See you on Wednesday”. Thank you. 🇨🇦

[@perfectionbox]

i'm a simple man, someone asks me to sail away with them, i say yes 🤣🥰

[@argueljeanmichel9897]

STYX was a group with 3 leads singers in each album of the period 1976-1983, each of them wrote his songs , you've listen one with Dennis Deyoung , he played piano and keyboards too, like in this real live 1978 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJqnl4elbtaGbsU ...the second singer Tommy Shaw, also guitarist, here in the same live (great guitars) kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3zIo2SVnr2tb5o and the third singer (the hard rocker of the group), James Young, also guitarist, in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/hn65YYybppJmmJo

[@rebeccarose7405]

They were really fun in concert, but I think they usually ended with a power cord… 😂

[@Gokash4672]

I subscribe.

[@747er]

Hey, Ken! Can you please do Fear Factory- Self Bias Resistor?

[@samuelschmelzer6551]

HES SINGING IT LIVE DUDE!!! Come on?!??!?

[@kenadak]

This is a great example of 70's culture. Unfortunately you missed about 50% of the song. Sadly, the Vevo music video was truncated.

[@brucelroy72]

No J.Y. Guitar solo or Tommy Shaw’s guitar solo… watch the live version from ‘78 Winterland Ballroom, San Francisco, awesome

[@FabioVieira-up4gs]

Please please please make a react of Disturbed music dont tell me with Ann Wilson

[@MrALGALIAREPT]

Check out the band SKYND

[@arancioglu]

You should make a reaction video to "Cem Adrian - Summertime". I guarantee you won't regret it.

[@rachelleottereyes364]

Suggestion: Tommy Johannson - You Raise Me Up - one octave challenge. I dare ya!!!

[@deanc6471]

Please listen and do John Farnhams version of Help by the Beatles - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqeYZZqfhLiFgdU John is an Australian icon, he is known as "the voice", you will get all us Aussies watching you do this to see your reaction. You are welcome!

[@williamjones6031]

Most everything has been said on what other songs to do I've seen them three times. Twice with the original lineup. (Including John)😇 They were better with Dennis DeYoung though They're still playing and are still killer good😎 "I was a sailor for 24 years so I can dig this. "But we missed out on that pot of gold". Yeah Right🙄

[@steveskonberg1599]

People analyze too much. Dude goes out and sings from the heart... don't think he's thinking about anything you say. Plus unsure how you can listen and enjoy a song with all the pausing.

[@dyrkeschaefer]

They were great live ( saw them 3 or 4 times end 70s / early 80s ). Too bad this vid cut out a good part of the song.

[@TOMMyGUN_N]

react to jairo

[@michaelhamaker2820]

I think it’s a melotron

[@briang530]

The song could be used as a parody of the 70s if it weren't so earnest.

[@Gokash4672]

They also go under the name, Roommate Project.

[@troygillaspie2670]

Shortened version which is such a crime. You should listen to the original version not this crap

[@DefinitelyNotBender]

Mr Roboto next 🤖🤘🏼

[@suesaul4727]

Domo Origato!

[@onlyfromadistance7326]

Their very worst song, which ultimately was the change of musical direction that brought upon the end of the band...

[@DefinitelyNotBender]

@@onlyfromadistance7326 I didn’t ask for your opinion.

[@onlyfromadistance7326]

@@DefinitelyNotBender but actually, what i posted is fact and not an opinion...

[@baknoll6609]

F O. This band was great. what the f*ck are you saying...

[@RB-og8rn]

reacted to the wrong video you heard a song that was gutted