Dennis DeYoung (Formerly of Styx) - "Meaning of Misanthrope" - Breakdown of the Song and Music Video
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- Опубліковано 16 тра 2021
- Commentary by Dennis DeYoung on the meaning of the "Isle of Misanthrope" song and a breakdown of the music video. Watch the "Isle of Misanthrope" video:
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Dennis DeYoung (Formerly of Styx) "Meaning of Misanthrope" Official Commentary video. From the album "26 East, Vol. 2", available on CD/LP/Digital. Order HERE: orcd.co/ddyvol2 .
Do you like rockin' monks, space travel, time machines, mysterious orbs, dinosaurs, ancient ruins, three masters, strange sunglasses, beautiful sea sirens, howling wolves, fake lutes, screaming guitar solos, funky monks, (can you ever have too many monks) and hidden Styx stuff? Well so do I, too bad none of these things are in this video. MORE FAKE NEWS? NO I SWEAR THEY ARE ALL IN THIS VIDEO. If I’m lyin' I’m cryin'.
There’s a mysterious narrative unfolding in this six-minute opus with numerous musical and video twists and turns, harkening back to the great Equinox and Grand Illusion albums. Harken harken. Come watch and get the breakdown.
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26 EAST ALBUM CREDITS:
Album Produced & Mixed By Dennis DeYoung
Production Assistance: Jim Peterik & Larry Millas
Recorded at: The White Room Ii, Jam Lab, Hinge, Smooch Sisters Studios,
Sound Bank Studios & Veritas Studios
Engineers: Larry Millas, Matt Prock, Craig Bauer, Andrew Zuckerman,
Carl Restivo, Mike Aquino, Todd Loizzo & Me
Mastering: Dave Collins / Collins Mastering
Artwork: Hugh Gilmour for Gilmour Design, London
MUSICIANS:
Drums: Mike Morales, Ed Breckenfeld, Matthew DeYoung & The Late Khari Parker
Guitar: Jim Peterik, Mike Aquino, August Zadra, Jim Leahey
Solo on Last Guitar Hero: Tom Morello “The Great Houdini”
Bass: Jim Peterik, Jim Major, Me on Synth Bass. Keyboards: Me & Why Not?
Horns on Hello Goodbye, The Ides Of March: Tim Bales, Steve Eisen & Henry Delgado
Accordion: Mr.Tacit
Background Vocals: Jim Peterik, August Zadra, Kevin Chalfant, Suzanne Deyoung, Tito Gobi, Craig
Carter, Mike Morales & Me. Mostly Me, I Work Cheap And Was Always Available. Besides My
Voice Always Reminds People Of A Very Popular ’70s And ’80s Group. No, Not The Pointer Sisters.
Michael Manson Gospel Group on Your Saving Grace
Matthew DeYoung would like to dedicate his performance on the Grand Finale to his mentor John Panozzo. The ride cymbal Matthew used was given to him by John
Management: Liverpool Productions / Tim Orchard
Booking: Willam Morris Agency / Brodie Becker. Accounting: Boulevard Management / Steve Reese
Legal: Robert E. Allen. Illegal: Too Many To Name, But Dewey Cheetum And Howe Come To Mind
Technically speaking: To Ken Hirsch and Orphan audio and Raymond Lamb IZ Electronics who have made The 26 East collection even possible. Things break they fix.
LYRICS:
LONG AGO IN ANCIENT TIMES
WE LEARNED OF LIFE FROM MINSTREL’S RHYMES
THEY TOLD US TALES OF GODS AND KINGS
AND TO BE BEWARE WHEN SIRENS SING
AND WHEN WE HEARD THE CLARION CALL
THE PEOPLE LAUGHED AND BUILT A WALL
HOW WE JOYFULLY REHEARSED THE TUNE
LIKE HOWLING WOLVES AT DEVILS MOON
WE’VE ALLL BEEN TAUGHT OUR LINES
SO RIGHTEOUS WITH OUR HOLY SIGNS
WE WERE DEAF TO THE LIES WE WERE BLIND AND UNKIND AND UNWISE
AND WILL WE EVER LEARN ALL EMPIRES BUILT WILL SOMEDAY BURN
WHEN THEY’VE LOST ALL CONCERN AND THEY FAIL JUST TO LISTEN AND LEARN
NO MORE LIFE
NO MORE AIR
LIKE A SHIP OF FOOLS ADRIFT ON THE MAL DE MARE
NO MORE JOY
NO MORE HOPE
STILL WE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF TRUTH AS WE LEARN TO COPE.
LORD FOM THE ISLE OF THE MISANTHROPE
AND WILL WE EVER LEARN ALL EMPIRES BUILT WILL SOME DAY BURN
WHEN THEY’VE LOST ALL CONCERN AND THEY FAIL JUST TO LISTEN AND LEARN
NO MORE LIFE
NO MORE AIR
LIKE A SHIP OF FOOLS ADRIFT SUR LE MAL DE MARE
NO MORE JOY
NO MORE HOPE
STILL WE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF TRUTH AS WE LEARN TO COPE.
LORD FOM THE ISLE OF THE MISANTHROPE
AND WHEN WE CROSSED THE BRIDGE OF SIGHS
WE BOWED AND SAID OUR LAST GOODBYES
THEN SET A COURSE FOR BETTER DAYS
THEN ONCE AGAIN WE SAILED AWAY.....
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Thanks for watching kids !
Nail on the head Dennis!!!!! You did it again!!
I wonder if you would remember me from 1968-69? I ran the lights go for you guys at Marist High sock hops.
Thanks for the music!
No kid here haha.
So much fun! It is like being a kid again.
I grew up on Styx music and now I'm 60 and Dennis DeYoung is still putting out amazing music Bravo I love it
I couldn't agree with you more. Im turning 60 in September.
Same here. I'll be 59 in September. Dennis is still as great now as he was then!❤
Likewise. I'm 58 and I bought Styx albums the day they went on sale. Always a Tuesday. Saw them 4 times in the 80's.
I turn 68 in 2 weeks. Got to see the Mr Roboto tour.
Love "Uncle Dennis Story Time". Seriously, this song and video is a blessing. An absolute return to form, creating a classic song that respectfully harkens back. It lifts my spirit and gives me hope that good things and sounds are not lost to history. Share this with younger music lovers. We never know where the next beloved artist will come from. Thank you to Dennis for taking time to provide this content and great music for us.
Are we reading between the lines? This man's wisdom? No pomposity here, and he's loaded with street smarts. Incredible Dennis.
I'm 51, grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, USA... I recall hearing Styx when I was in 5th grade on the radio... I bought a new 45 record about every week with my allowance money, "Babe", "Best of Times", "Renegade"... all blasted out on my Mom & Dad's stereo system... (relatively speaking!). Then in Junior high, "Kilroy" came out... let's just say after 40 years, I am a die hard classic Styx and DDY fan... I'm digging the new music... and will be buying it! Thanks Mr. DeYoung for giving us one fabulous "Hurrah!" with you! God Bless.
I was born and raised in Michigan. Moved to Louisville in 2006. Turning 51 in September... My introduction to Styx was Kilroy Was Here, and obviously "Mr. Roboto." I fell in love with all of their music after that. DDY's solo albums always impressed me and his "new" band and latest album(s) are no exception, bringing back the fullness of time with honest Styx music again...with modern musical sensibilities. Styx went through a series of essentially horrible albums...until The Mission. I hope the latest offering doesn't disappoint. I know Dennis' Vol. 2 won't disappoint!
@@Stoovey24 Welcome to the "Ville"! :)
IF you were on Masked Singer, I would guess you on the first notes. After nearly 50 years listening to Styx and then your solo songs, I would recognize you no matter how you sang.
What separates you from most other singers and song writers is that you create a story with your music. Castle Walls, Come Sail Away, Grove of Eglantine, etc. Music with a story to tell. One song you wrote, High Crimes and Misdemeanors is timeless. What you wrote it about back then can be used this very day too.
Yes, he has such a voice that stands out.
Thank you, Dennis, for all you've done, Styx and the Solo work!:) I still remember finding Styx II in my Music Teacher room, and have him play Little Fugue in ' G'/Father O.S.A. in 1975, and that was/is my favorite song... Kudos to you! Semper Fidelis
I just had to reply to your comment, because coincidentally enough, that's where I first discovered the band as well. My music teacher brought it in to class when I was in grade school and I was fascinated with the cover. I was a fan from then on after hearing some of it. How wild that someone else has almost the same story!
@@DanOlivadoti I grew up in Crystal, MN, in 1975, I moved to Wadena. MN. It was then that the Music Teacher had Styx 2 in his classroom. At a 10 year old, Little Fugue in 'G'/Father O.S.A. just spoke to me, and it very much is my favorite song... The members of 'Styx' now, to me, are just a 'Tribute' Band, but that's only my opinion. Dennis is trying, to be sure, I hope that Tommy and J.Y. can bury the hatchet...
l love hearing about the meaning of the songs you wrote, Dennis. I wish you would do a series of these going back through the ages.
Love the song! It has that 70’s vibe and sound.
Dennis, I'm 35, and you've been the reason I've loved to sing for the last 30 years. You and David Draiman are and always will be my all time favorite vocalists. Your voice is timeless and as beautiful as it was the first time I ever listened to Styx.
Thank you for the 2 latest albums
Thanks, Dennis, a very meaningful song for the times. As a former passenger on the ship Esperanza, I've disembarked and now reside on the Isle of Misanthrope. Wishing you all the best.
This is one of the most intense music videos I've ever seen Dennis. It's a work of creative genius. I'm certain you'll do well with your album. I want it on CD. God BLESS YOU and YOURS!!!
Mike on guitars Is fantastic!
Dennis, you are the man!!! Thanks for ALL your music, over all the years! "Come Sail Away With Me!" I Did...and still am!!! Thanks😁
Very cool!! I thought that siren looked familiar 🙂 I notice something new every time I watch the video, and I learned cool new things from this "Making Of" video! I love how you wait to take off the blinding glasses until we're about to Sail Away from Misanthrope! Part of the symbolism of the island for me is being very narrow-minded and not opening your eyes to see other perspectives or deception or corruption, what have you. Like the Crystal Ball, music can be a great vehicle to expose all those things that keep us on the Isle of Misanthrope and stuck in Mal de Mer.
Like so many of your deep songs, I'll be continuing to unpack this song for a long time! Thank you so much for the amazing music!
Great stuff, Dennis. Thank you for everything. I have always enjoyed your music (and comedy) and you've always been a class act through the years.
I grew up playing Styx songs on Guitar back in the 70's, graet part of my life was jamming to them on my record player. Thanks,.
Tjena Dennis
Det är underbart att se o höra dina nya låtar och hur du förklarar texten, med humor och värme . Jag har varit en Styx fan sedan 1976 då jag fick Crystal Ball i julklapp av min musikaliska morbror (keyboard) och sedan va det kört .
Fortsätt att göra musik Mr De young .
PO in Sweden
Ready to see live
It's a very beautiful song. It was right on time a ray of hope for mankind just as it was back in the 70,s it took us all back to a better time in America! Your so true to your music and through all this you take us with you no explanation need for me for iv been there 7 times to watch you pour your heart out on stage. My friend you are the best at doing what you do best. Thank You for being a huge part of my and my family's life. We will survive! Killroy!!
Was just talking about how people think they know what they're talking about but have no clue... That howling wolf part you're referring to.... Love the "deaf to the lies" line.. I extended it by saying deaf to the lies and blind to the truth!!! I've always enjoyed Styx lyrics, they truly don't write like that anymore! The Grand Illusion album has always been my favorite personally... Another lyrically and musically great song from the 70s is Dust in the wind by Kansas. Idk why Styx got such a bad wrap? I personally love that time era of lyrics and music. Great song "D" thanks for all these years of incredible thought provoking lyrics and music... Much love!!!
I always suspected you were a genius after Castle Walls...but this piece and the hilarious expose...has confirmed your genius.
Please don't let it end!
Dennis, rainy in Utah today and my little brother is literally dying from MCL Leukaemia, as in last breaths as I text this in his Memoriam. Christopher David Bird. Rest in Peace on the Isle of Misanthrope.
OH NO!!!! I am so sorry!
I love allegorical song lyrics and you are one of the masters at that kind of writing. I appreciate your explainer videos since I don't always have the time to chase down all the literary references and allusions. Can't wait for the new album and thank you for the music Dennis!
happy birthday Dennis!.. 2-18-23
There are definitely parts to this song that remind me so much of the song "Lonely People"! This song takes me back to the mid 80's. I have owned just about every Styx album. I remember a Wooden Nickel album I just about wore out. One of my first concerts was Styx at the Pantages Theater in Hollywood, 6th row. The last concert I've seen was Dennis DeYoung at Oakland casino in Arkansas, great show. I went to school in Alaska with August Zadra. I'm a lifelong fan! Domo Arigato.
100 years from now is a masterpiece. Greatest lyrics he's ever written in his life!
Thanks Dennis. You are and always have been the voice of Styx to me. I enjoy your videos and your new music.
The wall speaks for itself
Enjoyed this.Thanks Dennis for your continuing amazing work.
Dennis love your sense of humor and this was extremely helpful to know what you were thinking when putting this video together. I can’t wait to hear the new album. God bless you and your beautiful family. Styx my all time favorite band 👏🏻
Can’t get enough Dennis. Thank you.
Can’t wait for June 11th! :)
Dennis you are Styx! Love the new album.
That was GREAT!!!
Brilliant Dennis, thanks for the explanation. Looking forward to getting the album. 👍🎸🎶🎤
Dennis DeYoung is songwriting greatness.
Quantum physics is why I'm studying electrical engineering instead. All that stuff hurts my head. And no expert is an expert. This was really fascinating to watch. I really appreciate that in every explanation video you do, you make it clear that everything is up to our personal interpretation, which I think is crucial to music and art in and of itself. I think so many people get on "my opinion is the right opinion on this piece of art," and unfortunately they'll always be wrong with that. It's nice to because it leaves a certain level of mystery. I love reading way to far into stuff like this, so I love the level of mystery you left around it. It's a very powerful song, and you and your team did a very excellent job on it. The themes of trickery, the fall of empires and the hope that we can pull ourselves out of the turmoil we threw/are throwing ourselves into is brilliant.
Dennis we need a room/studio tour!
Incredible song! I grew up with my parents listening to you and their musical tastes rubbed off on me.
Thank you for doing this Dennis! I wondered what this great song was about! =)
Thank you Dennis. That was great. I love when you explain your videos. There is always so much more to them than I realize at first look. You are a unique writer/singer/entertainer...your songs/videos have meaning and depth. I love that you mentioned the core of Styx, the three founding members and I teared-up when you thanked your fans at the end.
Thanks for some insight to an incredible song. You never cease to amaze sir! Cannot wait to listen to the entire album.
I really appreciate you telling us the intended meanings of the song and video. Too may times artists will leave it up to the interpretation of the listener/viewer instead of directly saying what the message is. It's great that everyone can have their own personal interpretation of something but what I always want to know is which is the correct one.
Very cool! Really appreciate the explanation. Fantastic first 2 releases!
Hi Mr. De Young, thanks for that entertaining and informative walk-through of the video. In order not to alienate life long fans I can see why the heavier ideas like "dogma" or "the fiery orb?" are left open ended. Humanity is certainly in store for something "big" as we head further into the 21st century. However as a recently born again christian (at the of age 51 and a former "non-saved" catholic) I am compelled to proclaim truth (remember that thing Pontius Pilate was looking for) and the truth is the word of God both old and new which will culminate with the 2nd advent of the word made flesh and established on earth for 1,000 years. Hey you can say that's my truth and we all have our own but a day is coming when everyone will acknowledge one truth like it or not. Until then many deceptions will blind humanity and one is coming soon that would deceive the elect if that were possible. If you ask me I think that means the Aliens are coming. 👽 yikes! I'm praying I'll be snagged outta this world before then.
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Love ya Dennis
Hi Dennis, looking good. Blessings to you and yours. Xoxo
Hey Dennis 👋 thanks so much for this. Been a fan since WLS!!
It's a great song Dennis,loved it on the first listen.
Thanks for still Rockin
Thanks Dennis, fantastic song, as is Last guitar hero (which rocks nicely) - album duly ordered - and according to my Oxford Compact English dictionary 'Misanthrope' has a second meaning - ' a person who avoids human society' which is what many of us have had to do this past year and a bit.
Haha! Dennis you could have been a comedian. I love the continuity with Styx. That magic. Your voice sounds great.
Thank you Dennis for this insightful and highly entertaining peak through the curtain! Looking forward to the "making of" video. I'm a Chicago boy (well, the suburbs) and you've inspired me for a long time.
WOW. Just WoW!! :) :)
Styx Pces of 8 was my first 8 track tape 🤘💕🤘 📼
Beginning of this song not only sounds similar to Suite Madame Blue but it also sounds similar to Grove of Eglantine.
still full of energy and experience.
Dennis is the best.
LOVE YOU DENNIS GOT TO SEE 👀 YOU. YOU PUT ON A HELL OF A SHOW SIR I'M 68 YEARS YOUNG KEEP ON DOING WHAT YOUR DOING 💘 💘 💘 💘 💘 TO YOU MY FRIEND.
Thank you for explaining the video. The dinosaurs confused me. Thanks Dennis!
To quote Dennis DeYoung we do want our fans to understand the lyrics desperately we want them to understand to quote Tommy Shaw Styx was not a protest fans yes they were they protested The Human Condition
A remarkable piece of art. Well done.
Certainly worth the sacrifice of a foot😅
First laugh: "If you wanna hear Ariana Grande - she's available."
Second laugh: Bullwinkle impersonation.
Another laugh: and once again we sailed away (I think I've heard that one before)
classic Dennis hidden subtleties sarcasm throwing some depreciating humor
and all those pop culture references quoting Tommy Boy that's going to leave a mark Mike Myers and coffee talk talk amongst yourselves, even calling out JY in a classy manner too which was awesome
Thanks from Vancouver 🇨🇦 hope you’re going to re-book your cancelled shows for Saskatoon and Vancouver? Peace Dennnis!
Dennis, you still have 1 more album to record! Don't retire just yet! You must finish The Kilroy Story! Name of your next album should be called Kiroy is BACK! Do it! Do it! I don't listen to the current line up of what I call Stynx! Never did never will! You'll always be KILROY to me! But for the most part up until now, Domo Arigato Mr. Deyoung-o!
This is Dominick from the future, no joke! Actually I am not from the future, but I am Dominick and I am from New York and I do like pizza. This song is great. Keep making music if you can!
I love these breakdowns, thanks for doing this! Being born in the late 90's I've always wanted to talk with musicians from the Golden Age of music, and this is almost just as cool!
I thought the same thing when I heard the intro; it gave me Suite Madam Blue vibes. Beautiful, haunting arpeggios 👌🏻
I agree with what you said, Awesome music to back it up as well🔥
As much as I wanna say it was because of people eating things they weren't supposed to; something tells me it wasn't that. I love the Sail Away segment at the end ☀️
Hello from Portage Lakes, Ohio
Hello from Massillon, Ohio
Hello from Portage Indiana!
Haa! Haa!
Dennis!
Do you remember playing Marist High?
Dennis for God's sake write a book and tell us stories about your life.
Dennis' wife, Suzanne, is already a published writer. Maybe they could write it together. I am sure she has some good tales to tell also.
@@davidrose8842 I would buy that book
"No, Not The Pointer Sisters. " No, Dennis. You can't be a Pointer Sister no matter how hard you want to try! HEHEHE!
OH! Excellent new song, by the way!
"Mistanthrope"coming soon. Is there a hidden meaning in that particular spelling?
Put STYX in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame(SHAME) where they belong!!!
Dennis: Lead these fans to repentance and encourage them to accept Lord Jesus Christ as their PERSONAL SAVIOUR!!! ETERNAL REWARDS IS WHERE IT IS AT!!! If you make it to Heaven, I will be much wealthier than you, and hold office. You can work under me!!! REMEMBER THE FUTURE!!!😎🌈🕛🦊🔥
“Nobody knows nuttin...” except Dennis.
YOU WILL ABSOLUTELY LOVE PROPHET BRADLEY U-TUBE!, I PROMISE YOU!🕛🔥🌈🦊😎🕛🔥🌈🦊😎
Bant nice software band there you go
Stuffed crust pizza 👌🏻
its a cool song and tune and beat but what the fig ?
This video commentary is proof Dennis was and is Styx! Rock on Deyoung!
LOL!
PROPHET BRADLEY U-TUBE CHANNEL IS THE VERY BEST PROPHECY TEACHER IN THE WORLD NOW!😎🌈🕛🦊🔥
Ozzy was eating bats waaaayyy before anyone else.
Only one could be the prince of darkness
Is everything ok Dennis? I got a cancellation notice for your show in November, and it looks like you are cancelling other shows, too. Retirement??
wait stop explaining
If the singing voice goes you've got a second career as a comedian. You just have to live long enough, ha!
PROPHET BRADLEY U-TUBE CHANNEL IS THE VERY BEST PROPHECY TEACHER IN THE WORLD AND CHURCH NOW! I AM A JEWISH PROPHET OF GOD ALMIGHTY. I AM NOT MONETIZED BY U-TUBE. YOU WILL LEARN MORE IN HOURS THAN YOU HAVE IN YOUR LIFE. MY CALL IS TO EQUIP AND PERFECT THE SAINTS OF GOD ALMIGHTY!🌈😎🔥🦊🕛
Dear Dennis: what do yo think about The Crush Of The Crown?
🤗🤗 👑
Too bad he won’t admit this is a justifiably anti-Trump song. It obviously is and it’s great.
...until the next financial reset.
political... religious... bikers...
Science is a gift from God to help humanity. Unfortunately sinful, prideful men, pervert that Science, and use it, to explain away God. Read Genesis chapter 11 and Romans chapter 1(kjv) also I Corinthians 1:18-31(kjv)
Please Dennis, you really need to learn to cook it down into a 5 minutes video - even though you think it's a big and mysterious question ;-) - your videos are waaaaay to long.
so, styx was the greatest art rock band ever, multiple albums that just kept coming, then DENNISgoes askew and can only write sappy love songs and show tunes, dennis want to go to broadway and neglects his position in styx, then to get out of touring he comes up with being LIGHT SENSETIVE, cant tour, wont tour, but the showtune projects continue and styx is left to flounder, they get sick of it and after a horrific experience with killroy they throw his ass out and eventually move on without him and go back to being the great band they once were. fast forward to now, dennis tries to prove that he is still the artist he once was by patching together what he thinks is as good as early stys stuff. go away dennis,.
You are completely incorrect. Let alone your timeliness of events is inaccurate and all over the place.
@@matthewcranney6576 i can assure you the guys in styx have no love loss with dennis. as for the timeline. it all happened. just keep going to dennises styx cover band and have a nice day. by the way, i was there when he was invited to a grade school to talk to visit with the band kids, his response was AM I RECIEVING SOME KIND OF AWARD, I ONLY REALLY COME OUT IF THATS THE CASE. thats dennis. i will say to dennis what thew guys wont say in public, SCREW YOU DENNIS.
@@TheDoug2103 TheDOG2103 How can you assure Matthew by what method? Do you read the comments on the Styx facebook so many negatives about the new song from their fans or their youtube on Crash of the Clowns oh that would be impossible they turned off the comments lmao. by the way what school was that and when you liar.
@@pepperdog2039 love dennis all you want, he is not in , got his ass thrown out and they are stronger than ever. better off without him,
@@TheDoug2103 What school and and when did this happen were waiting, you are lying. The Doug is a thug. Opinions welcomed, liars back under your bridge. I love Styx with Dennis. You are nothing more than a hating pathetic liar. Who watches this kind of video then comments like this. Trolls! Better get back to your Tommy shrine in your bedroom.