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Styx - Kilroy Was Here (1983) - Part 1


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Episode 10: Styx - Kilroy Was Here (1983) - Part 1

This week, Brian pays a visit to his childhood friend Beil to talk about an album they discovered simultaneously way back in 1983 - "Kilroy Was Here" by mid-western rockers Styx!  This was the band's 11th album but their first to be affected by the blossoming New Wave sound of the early 1980s.

Part 1: Background

The two chums discuss the storyline of this concept album and list a few of the experiences and encounters that led bandleader Dennis De Young to create the world of Robert Oran Charles Kilroy and his nemesis Dr. Righteous.  And of course, no conversation can be had on the subject of Styx in the early 80's without mentioning all the juicy conflict and turmoil that was going on behind the scenes.  Part 2: Personal History Was this the first Styx album owned by each of the friends?  Who was the mysterious school teacher that sparked Beil's interest in the band?  And can you find Brian's karaoke standby song on this album? Part 3: Track by Track The lads take a listen to side one of "Kilroy" and discuss each song in just the kind of detail that will make a Styx fan want to rebel against the Majority for Musical Morality!  Enjoy commentary and gain invaluable insight into ...   Mr. Roboto Cold War Don't Let It End High Time   Watch the videos we discuss at:   Mr. Roboto : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzzZkkiJMv8 Read more at http://permanentrecordpodcast.com
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