Styx
progressive rock · 1975–1991
Styx is an American rock band formed in Chicago, Illinois, in 1972. They are known for blending melodic hard rock guitar with acoustic guitar, synthesizers mixed with acoustic piano, upbeat tracks with power ballads, and incorporating elements of international musical theatre. The band established themselves with a progressive rock sound during the 1970s and began to incorporate pop rock and soft rock elements in the 1980s.
The facts
- Formed 1972
- United States
- progressive rock, hard rock, adult-oriented rock
- On A&M Records, Wooden Nickel Records
- Members: Chuck Panozzo
