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'Styx' Trivia Trivia Quiz

One of the most talented bands of the 70s and 80s. For those who remember and still enjoy their music.

A multiple-choice quiz by jennyjenjen31. Estimated time: 4 mins.

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Styx

Author
jennyjenjen31

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
51,431

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
1558

Last 3 plays: Guest 97 (9/10), Guest 166 (9/10), Guest 74 (3/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. 'Styx' was founded in what city? Hint

Miami

Chicago

New York

Phoenix

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Question 2 of 10

2. Lead singer Dennis DeYoung starred in what road show production? Hint

Jesus Christ Superstar

West Side Story

Jekyl and Hyde

Phantom of the Opera

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Question 3 of 10

3. The name 'Styx' stems from what? Hint

Drum sticks

A mountain range in Tibet

The river

A popular bar

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Question 4 of 10

4. Who wrote and sang the song 'Crystal Ball'? Hint

Tommy Shaw

James Young

Dennis DeYoung

Chuck Panozzo

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Question 5 of 10

5. The first radio station in their hometown to play the song 'Lady' was? Hint

KLPX

WLS

KUPD

WROC

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Question 6 of 10

6. Styx recorded two 'conceptual' albums, what were they named? Hint

'Paradise Theatre' and 'Kilroy Was Here'

'Man of Miracles' and 'Cornerstone'

'Equinox' and 'Pieces of Eight'

'Grand Illusion' and 'Crystal Ball'

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Question 7 of 10

7. The first album that Glen Burtnik played guitar on was _____________?

Answer: (Four Words)

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Question 8 of 10

8. Tommy Shaw replaced _______________ who was the original guitarist along with James Young.

Answer: (Two Words)

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Question 9 of 10

9. The members of Styx could not work out personal problems with this founding member and asked him to leave the band. Hint

Dennis DeYoung

Tommy Shaw

James Young

Glen Burtnik

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Question 10 of 10

10. Who performed lead vocals on the song 'Ms. America'? Hint

Dennis DeYoung

John Panozzo

Tommy Shaw

James Young

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Most Recent Scores

Nov 18 2024 : Guest 97: 9/10
Nov 16 2024 : Guest 166: 9/10
Nov 12 2024 : Guest 74: 3/10
Nov 09 2024 : Guest 166: 9/10
Nov 05 2024 : Guest 166: 9/10
Oct 27 2024 : Guest 136: 5/10
Oct 26 2024 : Guest 38: 9/10
Oct 26 2024 : Guest 166: 9/10
Oct 25 2024 : Guest 108: 8/10

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. 'Styx' was founded in what city?

Answer: Chicago

2. Lead singer Dennis DeYoung starred in what road show production?

Answer: Jesus Christ Superstar

Dennis played Pontius Pilate.

3. The name 'Styx' stems from what?

Answer: The river

The name 'Styx' stems from the River Styx.

4. Who wrote and sang the song 'Crystal Ball'?

Answer: Tommy Shaw

That song was the first one Tommy penned when he joined the group.

5. The first radio station in their hometown to play the song 'Lady' was?

Answer: WLS

When WLS played 'Lady' the switchboards lit up with more requests for the song. That provided them with the exposure they longed for.

6. Styx recorded two 'conceptual' albums, what were they named?

Answer: 'Paradise Theatre' and 'Kilroy Was Here'

'Paradise Theatre' was based on an old theatre in Chicago that was built to last forever, but was eventually torn down. 'Kilroy Was Here' told the dramatic story of the earth's last rock and roll hero, who was imprisoned for his music in the future where rock is banned and replaced with techno style music.

7. The first album that Glen Burtnik played guitar on was _____________?

Answer: Edge of the Century

Burtnik also recorded for the album 'Cyclorama.' He replaced Tommy Shaw who left to record with the 'Damn Yankees.'

8. Tommy Shaw replaced _______________ who was the original guitarist along with James Young.

Answer: John Curulewski

9. The members of Styx could not work out personal problems with this founding member and asked him to leave the band.

Answer: Dennis DeYoung

The band continues to tour, but Dennis DeYoung was asked to leave. Many fans believe that Styx is just not Styx without him!

10. Who performed lead vocals on the song 'Ms. America'?

Answer: James Young

All three individuals who sing vocals for Styx have very distinct voices and are easy to tell apart.

Source: Author jennyjenjen31

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