The River

I was in 4th grade when STYX put out Mr Roboto.  It hit exactly where a 4th grader lives.  At least this 4th grader.  It wasn't until a few years later that I learned Tommy Shaw was from my area. 

I'd been playing for about 4 years when I started taking classical guitar lessons from a local who played with Tommy Shaw before Styx.  It was only then I learned he was playing at some of the spots I would later frequent.  It kind of shocked me, as much as I'd liked Styx as a kid, that I didn't know this.

Styx didn't really influence my music or guitar playing.  It did, however, inspire me.  There's no way I could do that theatrical style, but it made me want to make music that hit like that song hit me as a 9 year old kid.

I enjoy the smaller show with like-minded individuals.  There's an energy exchange that more intense.  If you're curious, and dark-web savvy, you might find out when and where.