I recently had the honour of singing Criminal Mind with Gowan at a club I was singing at...it was just a matter of us both being in the same place at the same time! I told him of my first place win in my high school contest with that song and he invited me to sing it with him....it was an unreal experience...and I have to say that he is very impressive and unbelievably talented as both a vocalist and piano player....a moment I will never forget...thanks Larry, you are awesome.
That is why Gowan takes Todd with him when he does his Canadian Mini-Tours while on hiatus. One night in a small 400 seater Todd ripped off a 8 minute solo, that had not only the audience but the band just in awe. Standing ovation from minute one and Gowan and the band just backed off the side of the stage and let him go. Was marvelous to see.
Thanks to Gowan Styx is still alive. What a great song, I am happy that Gowan’s talent is recognized world wide. Styx is one of my preferred group ever. From Quebec Canada.
@Chewy Ltd What creates the power in a great band is not the individuals, but the collective when the ensemble becomes bigger than the sums of the parts. And it is the case big time with Styx, whatever the lineup, they are incredible together. It has always been and seems it will always be. Honestly, however great studio musicians can be, they are merceneries, so they can never compete on that level with a solid band that grows together. And if we want to get technical, yes, the guitar is interesting.. but the real power comes from the back up vocals. Wow, chills down the spine.
Before joining Styx in 1999, Gowan had a long successful track record as a solo artist in Canada, and this song was his biggest hit (from the album STRANGE ANIMAL, 1985). He was personally invited to become a permanent member by Tommy Shaw, who was impressed by his performances as the opening act for the 1997 Styx shows in Montreal, Quebec City, and Vancouver.
I saw Styx in Vancouver in `07 and was really impressed with Larry`s addition to their show.I had no idea he had been hanging out with them for so long,or that he was still in the music trade,for that matter...
Having lived my life in the States, I had never heard of Lawrence Gowan before he joined Styx, but have since checked out his solo career and really like a lot of what he did back then. It is entirely possible that when all is said and done, he will be more known as a member of Styx than as a solo artist.
Do you think the audience truly appreciated that they had just witnessed perfection. The "WOW" out of Gowan's mouth as the stage goes dark, spoke volumes.
It's Lawrence. He has never gone by Larry except to the guys he plays hockey with. If you were a true fan, you'd know this. He discusses this on a podcast.
@@jim-elliott Well, I'm not. I just said the show I saw was impressive. Why do you or why should I care? Should I research his preferred pronouns while i am here?
@@johnbyrom6568 Ah, I see. Well, it's always fascinating to encounter individuals with such a profound depth of knowledge and respect for the artists they admire. And while delving into preferred pronouns might be a bit beyond your current level of intellectual curiosity, I commend your eagerness to learn. Well, while you're on this educational journey, perhaps you'll discover that basic respect for someone's name isn't rocket science. And hey, if you're feeling adventurous, why not delve into the fascinating world of common decency and manners? Who knows what wonders you might uncover!
@@jim-elliott lol, aren't you a sensitive one. Bless your heart. all this lecturing because I got a free ticket and was surprised and impressed by his ability to perform solo. And gave "Larry" a compliment. you must be so much fun at parties
@@johnbyrom6568 Ah, the classic "bless your heart" followed by a sprinkle of condescension. How original. Well, it's heartwarming to see you've graduated from merely ignorant to proudly obtuse. And while I appreciate your concern for my social calendar, I assure you, I manage just fine without the company of those who confuse arrogance with charm. But hey, continue spreading your unique brand of enlightenment wherever you go.
Man, the rock sensibility of this song got a huge boost from Styx and the live performance. Great song as a solo Gowan ballad... possibly even better as a rock song.
I have always been a fan of Styx-I grew up listening to them. I was not familiar with Lawrence Gowan until recently. His performance is so intense and he performs with such passion. I Love this song!!!
Ya this song has pretty much been his meal ticket for the last 30 years and you can see it in his eyes. Lol . I’ve seen him play with Styx a few times in Canada , this song interestingly gets the biggest pop from the crowd when played ........ more-so then any Styx songs
he came to my school when I was in 7th grade...Henry Hudson what what..many his mom was a librarian at the Cedarbrae library Markham and Lawrence !...he seems like a top bloke
Wow...I always wondered why Lawrence Gowan gave up his solo career to join Styx. Now I get it. Great fit. These guys know how to rock. Best version of "A Criminal Mind"...ever !
And the music industry sandboxed Gowan…and was not “chosen” in the 80s and 90s to be promoted down in the USA…. It’s a shame …Gowan is a hell of a musician, singer and composer. I have my tickets for summer 2024 for Styx ! …now that RUSH is no longer touring :-(
@@keithtaylor9100saw him with his son Dylan on drums for a New Year’s Eve masquerade bash in the Muskokas region (Ontario). And met him at a meet and greet. Ok…I’m a groupie now :-) Super nice guy….and still rocks at 67…like the members of Styx 🤟
From Lawrence Gowan's 1983 album "Strange Animal". Gowan is a classically-trained pianist (the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto). This cut clearly showcases his songwriting brilliance, and at the time was nothing short of a technical masterpiece. The video for "Criminal Mind" also received regular airplay on both MuchMusic and MTV, and was rewarded with numerous awards for the marriage of animation with live footage. Great sound on this live version - thanks for the post!
And that's the beauty of Lawrence. He isn't trying to be Dennis in any way. He sings the songs, but still manages to puts his own "mark" in there. And continues to be himself in the process...🎶🎹🎤
@@tsitracommunications2884 Yes, well those type of crummy songs that you mentioned, are the reason they sold 4 back to back to back to back Gold records and had multiple hit songs. I saw them in 83 they were much better then, then now that's for sure!!
I am awestruck by this performance. I was only aware of Gowan in the last 4 years since moving within 41 miles of Canada. This is a perfect marriage of the pleasant insanity of Lawrence Gowan with a band that desperately needed a rock edge lead singer that still had some of the dramatic bravado left when Dennis DeYoung went his own way. This is an enduring version of Styx. Edit: Seen this video 40 times in 2 days now. Addicted.
Interesting story about how they got Gowan. They played Montreal, and let Gowan open (bad choice, lol). They were in their change room and the walls of the room are swaying and the crowd is going beserk, as 18,000 Canadian Gowan fans totally blow Styx out of the building. Tommy goes back stage and is dumbfounded not knowing anything about Gowan, and walks back slowly to the changeroom, saying that response is supposed to be for us. Move ahead to 1999, when they are looking for a new Vocalist/Keyboard, and a Gowan fan member asks what about Gowan, you know the guy from the show in Montreal. The rest is history.
With all due respect to Shaw and Young and the many great years of Classic Styx...this song resurrected the band. Bravissimo to Gowan on a brilliant song!!
Young people: this is what real talent looks like. As said below, there is no digital crap going on here. Just an awesome, talented performer playing and singing his song. Hell yeah!
Mister GOWAN …!! The Brilliant Mind who is bringing back STYX … This is an extraordinary work! All of you are phenomenal! Drummer, Guitars, Bass… I AM AMAZED!!! . . Today is April 15, 2022 . God bless us All …! ❤️🤘🏼
I used to absolutely love this song back in the days... As a kid, it was my favorite for a long time. This version is different, as it got rid of the 80s tacky taste (which was fun back in the days, but didn't age all that well) and made it a serious, great sounding song. And hell, Gowan can sing! I had the same shivers I had when I was 7 years old and I heard this song for the first time. Styx took the original material and made it a classic. Loved it all.
I saw him perusing products in Portage Place Mall a few years back. He was by himself. He saw that I saw him and with an ever so slight grin he turned away. Perhaps it was that he saw my spirit leap from within. Thus I gave myself away. I was 14 when I delivered 'scription's for Chapman's Pharmacy throughout the North End of Winnipeg. That's when I first heard his melodic arrangements. His music, effort, creativity, production, composition, talent...if you could call it that, was among the precious few things I could trust. His music meant something to me. I was inspired in a meaningful and profound way. I was intrigued. And suddenly there he was standing before me. Plain and ordinary but striking with clarity. My youth presented to me in this magnificent wizard cloaked in mystery and yet he never hid anything from us. He was reminiscent of my Elders. In fact he was my Elder. Should I approach? What would I Say? I had no words that would express my adoration, admiration, appreciation. Suddenly I understood that it was enough to just see him being him. So I sat down at a table nearby and watched with great interest and all curiosity, at the artist that shared with me as many of his adventures as he could in a few years. It was over too soon and so alas, we parted ways once again without ever so much as an introduction. It is unforgettable.
Styx plays this song anywhere but Canada the audience is 'dafuq is this?' But when they play it in Canada it is truly special and a definite highlight of the show.
Ron Knox You're correct. I heard it the second time I saw them with Gowan in 2001, and loved it ever since. It's a great song, and more over, a true song. The criminal will never repent for their crimes, because they believe it's never them.
I remember seeing Gowan live for the Strange Animal album back at the old Ontario Place revolving stage. Those were great shows and Criminal Mind was always the highlight of the set. Great seeing him keep this song alive with Styx.
Je connais cette chanson depuis 1985 . qu'il la chante avec Styx , c'est le top 😎👍 vas voir le vidéo original de 1985 ---> ua-cam.com/video/qeFm-rM51K4/v-deo.html
Always liked this song, but as soon as STYX did this live version, they brought a whole new life to it... Love it beyond love it now. I wish they would have done a studio version like this when they released the Regeneration CD's.
Taking it easy on this wonderful Monday afternoon listening to some oldies and came across Criminal Minds by Gowan. One of my favorite tunes by Gowan, I remember seeing him for the first time in Mel Lastman square, the year was 1996. OMG as soon as he played the first few bars on his baby grand with chandelier lit with candles, I fell in love.. After his show, I went up to him and asked him to sign my t-shirt, he turned me around and signed it dedicated to a criminal mind. I asked him, how did he know this? He replied, I just know, and winked at me. True story. LOL
I'm sure the band would agree, this is the finest version of this song since it was first written.....all aspects from the music to the delivery of the vocals made it truly believable that a "criminal was sharing his evil mind with us"!!!
Within the realm of excellence, this is right up there amongst the best of the best live performances. Gowan LIVES it onstage, and the others....well, they all meet him up at that peak of greatness.
Sounds Grate! Do not forget he is not replacing just anyone ... Dennis is a vocal legend ... 5/5 Going to see them Tonight. Rock on! From Quebec, Canada
When this song came out my wife and I we were vey young early 20' we danced on night long at a night club listening to this song and we went back to our tent great days...
Met Lawrence Gowan years ago at Stages in Kingston. Awesome show!! He’s a great performer and an awesomely personable guy to talk to. Sty was always my FAV BAND, so now these two together really ROCK. Keep Rockin
I didn't think I'd ever want to see them again without Dennis, (although I do adore Tommy and JY), but I can honestly say...Glad I did! Saw them in Louisville in early 2000's. I was impressed with Larry. He sounds a little like Dennis too. They did good by hiring him.
Saw Styx perform this live in Vancouver (on the def leppard tour) and the place blew up! A stellar addition to the set list - especially in Canada where peeps know the song.
I've heard both Gowan's original, and with Styx, and this is so much better. Has the ominous feel that it should have with Styx. Didn't have that quality on Gowan's solo album.
Seen these guy in 1977 and talked with Tommy on the phone at K94 in Lafayette La. during PE (remember that class) and I have seen them at least 20 times since. Thanks Styx. Oh will see them Feb 3.2016
LOVE STYX! Have loved them since the mid 70's and I still love them. Saw them in St Augs a few years ago...Great Show! The current lineup is rockin' hard and sound wonderful. Worth the money anyday!
Emerged on the scene as "Gowan." Then was Lawrence Gowan. Joined Styx and this original song of his was adopted as a "Styx" song. Love the guy. Saw them at Casino Rama in the mid 2000's.....
Wow this brings back memories, for someone who grew up in the 80's I loved styx and Gowan but my favourites are still David Bowie and Peter Gabriel, sniffff those were the time.
Easily my favorite Styx song. Gowan did a great job on this song. I was a lead vocalist many many years ago and did this song. I saw Styx at a Homecoming dance. In a year or two they were huge. We were pretty lucky only being an hour and a half out of Chicago. Some great bands would come down to have a warm up gig before a concert in Chicago. I remember playing in a club and suddenly it was empty. The owner said The Rolling Stones were on stage in a bar a couple of doors down. The drummer for the Doobie Brothers was from my high school. Pretty cool growing up in the Illinois Valley. I remember seeing White Trash from Edgar Winter and White Trash at a Sadie Hawkins dance. Great times growing up in the early 70's. Partying didn't kill you and the music was so good.
I have been a Gowan fan forever it seems through the Gowan days, Larry Gowan days, to the Lawrence Gowan days, then with Styxs. As happy to see Larry with Styxs I admit I miss the Gowan part of it all. All the great songs that he sung. To answer your question about Larry before Styxs, I went to a Lynden Washington USA concert and no body sitting around us had heard of him prior to joining the band. If fact some people were darn right rude about him replacing Dennis DeYoung.
canadagirleh ~ The "DeYoung only" crowd can be EXTREMELY RUDE, as I've had to block a few of them myself on here... I'm just glad those people haven't deterred Lawrence from continuing with Styx for 19 years now... I've seen him with the band a couple of times, and he's always a gracious, energetic, fabulous performer... I wish the US could have heard of him before Styx...
They were my first concert when I was 11. They have never faded or lost their newness.. They are magical and talented, Every on of them. You want to see a great live performance? Watch styx and the contemporary youth orchestra of cleavland. I cried at first.. But then like a movie that grips and keeps you on the edge of your seat.. which in my case was on the foor.. They were true to their form and when you thought you seen the best of them with every move and song, They did one better. I think I love lawrence cowan!! Lol He's right up there with Emerson , Lake and palmer. .I'm still vibrating from the dvd..Thanks guys, You keep getting better:))
After so many years of being a Fan of Styx I finally got the chance to see them perform at Pala Casino in February 2018 and I was the Best Concert that I have ever been too. I was by all means to Honored to have Finally seen them live after so many Years. I'm 100% Disabled Veteran and served 22 years in the Navy as Gunners Mate Guns 1st Class Petty Officer and when I was in the Hospital Ward on board the USS Okinawa LPH-3 off the Coast of Iran in April 1980 passing Kidney Stones I listened to several Albums of Styx and though I had other Albums to listen I listened to Lady so many Times.
I recently had the honour of singing Criminal Mind with Gowan at a club I was singing at...it was just a matter of us both being in the same place at the same time! I told him of my first place win in my high school contest with that song and he invited me to sing it with him....it was an unreal experience...and I have to say that he is very impressive and unbelievably talented as both a vocalist and piano player....a moment I will never forget...thanks Larry, you are awesome.
12 years later, are you still alive?
Thank you for sharing
Lucky you
Feeling on your skin ....Thanks for share ...if there is any chance you have that recorder for share also...
Wow, just wow!
That is the best version of this song I’ve ever heard. Stix knocks it out of the park and Gowan is always great.
Ok now I’m truly convinced of the brilliance a drummer can inject in already a phenomenal song.
That is why Gowan takes Todd with him when he does his Canadian Mini-Tours while on hiatus. One night in a small 400 seater Todd ripped off a 8 minute solo, that had not only the audience but the band just in awe. Standing ovation from minute one and Gowan and the band just backed off the side of the stage and let him go. Was marvelous to see.
@@toddstevens13 unfortunately Gowan doesn't have Todd on his solo shows anymore, as of this year. His son is now playing drums for him.
@@bigman208 Yes I saw that last night at the show in North Bay. Understandable but sad, his son is not the level of Todd, but who is.
This is when he joined styx Awesome show saw it in Calgary
Todd Sucherman is the drummer😊
Thanks to Gowan Styx is still alive. What a great song, I am happy that Gowan’s talent is recognized world wide. Styx is one of my preferred group ever. From Quebec Canada.
Musicians like this is what made our country great. Makes me forget about whats happening now.
truth sees itself like this... before, now and "forever after"... :-)
Really makes you proud to be a Canadian, doesn’t it?
@@marcelguimond qqqqpaaaaaaaa
Canada you mean?
@@GrabAStackofRocK - Originally Scotland/UK.
i have seen very few musicians perform with more passion than lawrence gowan. what a masterpiece.
Tout les musiciens sont passionnés dans cette performance😊
They took a Gowan solo track and turned it into a Styx song from the inside out! Pure epicness
Gowan's original was great but mixing in Styx takes it to the next level. Awesome song.
Jon Barbour ~ Agreed...With Styx's harder edge & unique take, it has a more ominous feel to the track which is better.
Jon Barbour 🤔😇
Jon Barbour Je suis français indien, viens me voir mais t’es pas game Coquilloux que tu envoies
Chills, man!! Got stone cold chills listening to that!!!! Very powerful!!!!
@Chewy Ltd What creates the power in a great band is not the individuals, but the collective when the ensemble becomes bigger than the sums of the parts. And it is the case big time with Styx, whatever the lineup, they are incredible together. It has always been and seems it will always be. Honestly, however great studio musicians can be, they are merceneries, so they can never compete on that level with a solid band that grows together.
And if we want to get technical, yes, the guitar is interesting.. but the real power comes from the back up vocals. Wow, chills down the spine.
Love this version! The drums are out of this world!
Jail or Fail
" Really that bad "
The drummer Todd Sucherman👌
the drums were the best ever WOW
Holy crap 🤯 Best version I’ve ever heard of the song. Gowan is a genius and Styx...🤩
How Styx is not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is criminal.
Before joining Styx in 1999, Gowan had a long successful track record as a solo artist in Canada, and this song was his biggest hit (from the album STRANGE ANIMAL, 1985). He was personally invited to become a permanent member by Tommy Shaw, who was impressed by his performances as the opening act for the 1997 Styx shows in Montreal, Quebec City, and Vancouver.
I saw Styx in Vancouver in `07 and was really impressed with Larry`s addition to their show.I had no idea he had been hanging out with them for so long,or that he was still in the music trade,for that matter...
great him but with Stix Rock my world.....come on......
Criminal Mind was MASSIVE in Canada in 85, one of the greatest theatrical pop songs ever and an untouchable video.
I would argue that the title track from that album was the bigger hit. That video was on ALL THE TIME. .......that's what I know...
Having lived my life in the States, I had never heard of Lawrence Gowan before he joined Styx, but have since checked out his solo career and really like a lot of what he did back then. It is entirely possible that when all is said and done, he will be more known as a member of Styx than as a solo artist.
Do you think the audience truly appreciated that they had just witnessed perfection. The "WOW" out of Gowan's mouth as the stage goes dark, spoke volumes.
This is the best version of this song. Wow.
Now THIS is "Classic Rock'!!!!!! Epic.
I love the way every band member is amazingly engaged in this song🎶
I saw Larry Gowan perform once by himself, no band or anything. Incredible to do a whole show, just him.
He didn't need anyone.
It's Lawrence. He has never gone by Larry except to the guys he plays hockey with. If you were a true fan, you'd know this. He discusses this on a podcast.
@@jim-elliott Well, I'm not. I just said the show I saw was impressive. Why do you or why should I care? Should I research his preferred pronouns while i am here?
@@johnbyrom6568 Ah, I see. Well, it's always fascinating to encounter individuals with such a profound depth of knowledge and respect for the artists they admire. And while delving into preferred pronouns might be a bit beyond your current level of intellectual curiosity, I commend your eagerness to learn. Well, while you're on this educational journey, perhaps you'll discover that basic respect for someone's name isn't rocket science. And hey, if you're feeling adventurous, why not delve into the fascinating world of common decency and manners? Who knows what wonders you might uncover!
@@jim-elliott lol, aren't you a sensitive one. Bless your heart. all this lecturing because I got a free ticket and was surprised and impressed by his ability to perform solo. And gave "Larry" a compliment. you must be so much fun at parties
@@johnbyrom6568 Ah, the classic "bless your heart" followed by a sprinkle of condescension. How original. Well, it's heartwarming to see you've graduated from merely ignorant to proudly obtuse. And while I appreciate your concern for my social calendar, I assure you, I manage just fine without the company of those who confuse arrogance with charm. But hey, continue spreading your unique brand of enlightenment wherever you go.
Damn fine performance. I agree with last comment. No auto tune, no back up singers. It is the way rock and roll was meant to be played. Pure and loud!
Amen
Gowan & Lightfoot.....pure Canadian. I was there in the 70's & 80's. Songwriters 2nd to none. There music is magic and I am proud.
Lawrence was born in Scotland. Sorry.
Why would any rock fan mention Canadian artists and not mention Rush? Only one of the best rock bands ever.
Loved Gowan before he was with Styx, and loved Styx before he was with them. Together they are all amazing Love them lots. One of my fav songs.
JY and Tommy are so underrated. Todd was just killing it. Awesome performance.
everyone killed this ......... f#$k the lighting crew killed it.
His voice sounds amazing
Todd Sucherman's additions make this track even stronger
Totally! Todd's drumming makes a big difference.
Gowan is always on the TOP !!! Is one of the best Canadian singer !
Man, the rock sensibility of this song got a huge boost from Styx and the live performance. Great song as a solo Gowan ballad... possibly even better as a rock song.
Gowan, leaning over his keyboard as the last notes reverberate, throughout the venue, in low light. WOW, enough said.
I have always been a fan of Styx-I grew up listening to them. I was not familiar with Lawrence Gowan until recently. His performance is so intense and he performs with such passion. I Love this song!!!
I heard Gowan sing "Criminal Mind" about 7-8 yrs ago. It was good back then But with Styx It's is Damm Good!!!!
Love the look in his eyes when he sings. So passionate.
Ya this song has pretty much been his meal ticket for the last 30 years and you can see it in his eyes. Lol . I’ve seen him play with Styx a few times in Canada , this song interestingly gets the biggest pop from the crowd when played ........ more-so then any Styx songs
He looks like he's actually going to get thrown in jail! ☺️
@@bindardundat454 that last line you said sir pretty much says it all doesn't it?
@@bindardundat454 Really??? I had never heard it or OF it until just now.
conviction at its best!
Amen! Music today doesn't hold a candle to the 80's!
I have friends who went to high school with him.... Scarborough, Ontario represent!
he came to my school when I was in 7th grade...Henry Hudson what what..many his mom was a librarian at the Cedarbrae library Markham and Lawrence !...he seems like a top bloke
*and his mom
He loved his Cedar Hill hockey jacket. Used to wear it before his Rheingold gigs.
How could anyONE dislike this, let alone 74?!
kwhi82 74 assholes with no taste!!
Douchebags.
die hard Denis De Young fans?
Wow...I always wondered why Lawrence Gowan gave up his solo career to join Styx. Now I get it. Great fit. These guys know how to rock. Best version of "A Criminal Mind"...ever !
That's what I call instant chemistry! :)
Agree 💯
He still does solo concerts. I've seen him several times with and without Styx. Amazing showman!
And the music industry sandboxed Gowan…and was not “chosen” in the 80s and 90s to be promoted down in the USA…. It’s a shame …Gowan is a hell of a musician, singer and composer. I have my tickets for summer 2024 for Styx ! …now that RUSH is no longer touring :-(
@@keithtaylor9100saw him with his son Dylan on drums for a New Year’s Eve masquerade bash in the Muskokas region (Ontario). And met him at a meet and greet. Ok…I’m a groupie now :-) Super nice guy….and still rocks at 67…like the members of Styx 🤟
From Lawrence Gowan's 1983 album "Strange Animal". Gowan is a classically-trained pianist (the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto). This cut clearly showcases his songwriting brilliance, and at the time was nothing short of a technical masterpiece. The video for "Criminal Mind" also received regular airplay on both MuchMusic and MTV, and was rewarded with numerous awards for the marriage of animation with live footage. Great sound on this live version - thanks for the post!
Hiring Gowan was the best thing Tommy did. Thank you Tommy you saved my life that night.
I got to see them perform this live for the first time in my life tonight. It brought tears to my eyes. ❤️🙌🏻🤘🏻😍
Gowan was the closest you will ever get to DDY without actually being him, while having his own style and identity at the same time.
And without the desire to play the Roger Waters, let alone be a tyrant that insists on pop, ballads, and crummy love tunes.
And that's the beauty of Lawrence. He isn't trying to be Dennis in any way. He sings the songs, but still manages to puts his own "mark" in there. And continues to be himself in the process...🎶🎹🎤
Of course Even if he would want to, DDY has such a unique vocal signature. No one can be like him. So better be yourself.
@@tsitracommunications2884 Yes, well those type of crummy songs that you mentioned, are the reason they sold 4 back to back to back to back Gold records and had multiple hit songs. I saw them in 83 they were much better then, then now that's for sure!!
That old excuse. Just another Dennis lover, shame on you :(
I am awestruck by this performance. I was only aware of Gowan in the last 4 years since moving within 41 miles of Canada. This is a perfect marriage of the pleasant insanity of Lawrence Gowan with a band that desperately needed a rock edge lead singer that still had some of the dramatic bravado left when Dennis DeYoung went his own way. This is an enduring version of Styx. Edit: Seen this video 40 times in 2 days now. Addicted.
Interesting story about how they got Gowan. They played Montreal, and let Gowan open (bad choice, lol). They were in their change room and the walls of the room are swaying and the crowd is going beserk, as 18,000 Canadian Gowan fans totally blow Styx out of the building. Tommy goes back stage and is dumbfounded not knowing anything about Gowan, and walks back slowly to the changeroom, saying that response is supposed to be for us.
Move ahead to 1999, when they are looking for a new Vocalist/Keyboard, and a Gowan fan member asks what about Gowan, you know the guy from the show in Montreal. The rest is history.
With all due respect to Shaw and Young and the many great years of Classic Styx...this song resurrected the band. Bravissimo to Gowan on a brilliant song!!
THIS IS WHAT MUSIC IS SUPPOSED TO BE.... "SHEER TALENT"
THIS IS THE FORMULA TO WRITING MEMORABLE MUSIC,THAT CUT'S TO THE SOUL.....AMEN.
If you are not familiar with Gowan’s solo career. Listen to “Moon Light Desires” . One of my favourite Gowan songs. Styx should do this song.
I saw him sing this live last night and I can tell you that this clip was lackluster compered to what I saw yesterday...he just ROCKED this song!
Young people: this is what real talent looks like. As said below, there is no digital crap going on here. Just an awesome, talented performer playing and singing his song. Hell yeah!
Saw Gowan in Toronto Canada in 1986 at Ontario Place! It was awesome! One of my favourite songs.
Me too
Mister GOWAN …!!
The Brilliant Mind who is bringing back STYX …
This is an extraordinary work!
All of you are phenomenal!
Drummer, Guitars, Bass…
I AM AMAZED!!!
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Today is
April 15, 2022
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God bless us
All …!
❤️🤘🏼
I used to absolutely love this song back in the days... As a kid, it was my favorite for a long time. This version is different, as it got rid of the 80s tacky taste (which was fun back in the days, but didn't age all that well) and made it a serious, great sounding song. And hell, Gowan can sing! I had the same shivers I had when I was 7 years old and I heard this song for the first time. Styx took the original material and made it a classic. Loved it all.
yeah the old 80's weird drum loop thing on the original always seemed odd to me. This drummer kills it and straightens out the song so well
Just like the comment below... Gowan has been in the band since 1999.... Where has everyone been.. Hes a great addition to the band...
Gowan is still pouring out God given Talent with passion. I don't think you can say the same thing about STYX. My humble opinion only.
This song is so sick a absolute masterpiece
Best version ever!
Much better in 1.5 X speed :)
+Ngama Shaka bad
Love the "WOW" from Gowan as the lights go dark as he leans over the keyboard at the end. Magical performance.
I saw him perusing products in Portage Place Mall a few years back. He was by himself.
He saw that I saw him and with an ever so slight grin he turned away.
Perhaps it was that he saw my spirit leap from within. Thus I gave myself away.
I was 14 when I delivered 'scription's for Chapman's Pharmacy throughout the North End of Winnipeg. That's when I first heard his melodic arrangements. His music, effort, creativity, production, composition, talent...if you could call it that, was among the precious few things I could trust. His music meant something to me. I was inspired in a meaningful and profound way. I was intrigued.
And suddenly there he was standing before me. Plain and ordinary but striking with clarity. My youth presented to me in this magnificent wizard cloaked in mystery and yet he never hid anything from us. He was reminiscent of my Elders. In fact he was my Elder.
Should I approach? What would I Say? I had no words that would express my adoration, admiration, appreciation. Suddenly I understood that it was enough to just see him being him. So I sat down at a table nearby and watched with great interest and all curiosity, at the artist that shared with me as many of his adventures as he could in a few years. It was over too soon and so alas, we parted ways once again without ever so much as an introduction. It is unforgettable.
This tune is absolutely amazing... Dig STYX for more than 45 years...
Styx plays this song anywhere but Canada the audience is 'dafuq is this?'
But when they play it in Canada it is truly special and a definite highlight of the show.
Not so friend. They may not associate it as a Gowan exclusive peice but Styx fans have heard this as part of their set almost since Gowan joined.
Ron Knox You're correct. I heard it the second time I saw them with Gowan in 2001, and loved it ever since. It's a great song, and more over, a true song. The criminal will never repent for their crimes, because they believe it's never them.
I wish Styx would record this tune with Gowan, it's the greatest Styx song they never actually wrote.
Chris G. It's on their 2000 live CD.
I really like the song. It desribes a sociopath. Not everyone who commits a crime is a sociopath. There is often real remorse after commiting a crime.
I remember seeing Gowan live for the Strange Animal album back at the old Ontario Place revolving stage. Those were great shows and Criminal Mind was always the highlight of the set. Great seeing him keep this song alive with Styx.
J'adore cette chanson.. Depuis que je l'ai entendu, je me la repasse sans cesse
Je connais cette chanson depuis 1985 . qu'il la chante avec Styx , c'est le top 😎👍 vas voir le vidéo original de 1985 ---> ua-cam.com/video/qeFm-rM51K4/v-deo.html
@@gerryweed7697 personnellement, je préfère la version actuelle
@@Christine-mx7cy en fait , moi aussi . mais l'originale est excellente quand même 😎👍
Never heard/seen Gowan's band do this song live. But in video comparison STYX kills it! And JY never looked or sounded better! Rock On!!!!
Good job Gowan. Saw you in Thunder Bay last night and you were awesome. Moving around that stage like a teenager
Gowan, an amazing performer to this day! With Styx, just makes it that much better..love Shaw's voice added to the song!
I saw Gowan sing this live,back in the 80's,and now here he is singing it with one of my favorite groups.
ABSOLUTE PERFECTION!!!
Absolutely fucking amazing. I could watch this all day.
Styx with Gowan is definitely a dynamic combo, thanks for this piece of musical magic…CUB4DK
Always liked this song, but as soon as STYX did this live version, they brought a whole new life to it... Love it beyond love it now. I wish they would have done a studio version like this when they released the Regeneration CD's.
Too bad they never released it as a single, it would of gone Platinum in Canada and maybe the States would of been ready for it.
Taking it easy on this wonderful Monday afternoon listening to some oldies and came across Criminal Minds by Gowan. One of my favorite tunes by Gowan, I remember seeing him for the first time in Mel Lastman square, the year was 1996. OMG as soon as he played the first few bars on his baby grand with chandelier lit with candles, I fell in love.. After his show, I went up to him and asked him to sign my t-shirt, he turned me around and signed it dedicated to a criminal mind. I asked him, how did he know this? He replied, I just know, and winked at me. True story. LOL
I don't get it ...
Swoon lol
My sister & I were at Lastmast Square Too and I saw him at one of the Beach festivals. The good old days!
Crazy that this was 20 years ago. Lawrence Gowan one of the many reasons Styx is the best band.
Todd Sucherman is another. What a band still!
I'm sure the band would agree, this is the finest version of this song since it was first written.....all aspects from the music to the delivery of the vocals made it truly believable that a "criminal was sharing his evil mind with us"!!!
Within the realm of excellence, this is right up there amongst the best of the best live performances. Gowan LIVES it onstage, and the others....well, they all meet him up at that peak of greatness.
Sounds Grate! Do not forget he is not replacing just anyone ... Dennis is a vocal legend ... 5/5 Going to see them Tonight. Rock on! From Quebec, Canada
Man.. I miss Gowan. All the years I spent going to his concerts... He is the ultimate energy and performer. Thank you world for allow him to exist.
ive watched this soooo many times and everytime i cant look away, its such a great song and preformance:)
Another great performance from Lawerence Gowan and Styx.
heard it from car radio, tears blasted and can't help trembling for the sound......SO BEAUTIFUL
WOW...still chilling after all these years...
When this song came out my wife and I we were vey young early 20' we danced on night long at a night club listening to this song and we went back to our tent great days...
What a performance! Great song! Back when music had substance. Got to love my fellow 🇨🇦!
I just saw styx live yesterday and stood 10 feet away from him, he's amazing! I think they're even better now that Gowen joined them!!
Met Lawrence Gowan years ago at Stages in Kingston. Awesome show!! He’s a great performer and an awesomely personable guy to talk to. Sty was always my FAV BAND, so now these two together really ROCK. Keep Rockin
Incredibly talented group of people. Back when musicians were musicians.
I didn't think I'd ever want to see them again without Dennis, (although I do adore Tommy and JY), but I can honestly say...Glad I did! Saw them in Louisville in early 2000's. I was impressed with Larry. He sounds a little like Dennis too. They did good by hiring him.
Dennis is a hazbin
Ever stood in the front row and watched/listened to this amazing song by Larry, performed with STYX? Man. what an extraordinary experience!
Hey Elizabeth! You are so right!!!!! I've seen STYX so many times! AWESOME TIGHT BAND! Since the 70's! GREAT vocal band! Studio/Live! YOU PICK!
the drummer nails this song - well done man.....
Todd Sucherman is an awesome drummer!
This phantastic song has never been performed any better!!!! That gives me the creeps.
Saw Styx perform this live in Vancouver (on the def leppard tour) and the place blew up! A stellar addition to the set list - especially in Canada where peeps know the song.
Saw Styx at Sands Casino last month. Those guys rock....what a show. See them if you get a chance.
Clever chap, that drummer.
I've heard both Gowan's original, and with Styx, and this is so much better. Has the ominous feel that it should have with Styx. Didn't have that quality on Gowan's solo album.
Hey stupid, he had Peter Gabriel's musicians for the album!!! 😂 😂 😂
Seen these guy in 1977 and talked with Tommy on the phone at K94 in Lafayette La. during PE (remember that class) and I have seen them at least 20 times since. Thanks Styx. Oh will see them Feb 3.2016
Byron Mouton ~ So how was the show? Have you heard their last Lp, "The Mission"?
There's too many to mention, Thank you all so very much, your all my Heroes
The definitive performance of this song. Amazing. I thought Todd might actually explode.
LOVE STYX! Have loved them since the mid 70's and I still love them. Saw them in St Augs a few years ago...Great Show! The current lineup is rockin' hard and sound wonderful. Worth the money anyday!
saw this in 84/85 ,just gowan obviously..........amazing talent
this is one of those songs u have to hear live i heard it new years in the falls 2010 and i cant get it out of my head sweet song
Emerged on the scene as "Gowan." Then was Lawrence Gowan. Joined Styx and this original song of his was adopted as a "Styx" song. Love the guy. Saw them at Casino Rama in the mid 2000's.....
Wow this brings back memories, for someone who grew up in the 80's I loved styx and Gowan but my favourites are still David Bowie and Peter Gabriel, sniffff those were the time.
Easily my favorite Styx song. Gowan did a great job on this song. I was a lead vocalist many many years ago and did this song. I saw Styx at a Homecoming dance. In a year or two they were huge. We were pretty lucky only being an hour and a half out of Chicago. Some great bands would come down to have a warm up gig before a concert in Chicago. I remember playing in a club and suddenly it was empty. The owner said The Rolling Stones were on stage in a bar a couple of doors down. The drummer for the Doobie Brothers was from my high school. Pretty cool growing up in the Illinois Valley. I remember seeing White Trash from Edgar Winter and White Trash at a Sadie Hawkins dance. Great times growing up in the early 70's. Partying didn't kill you and the music was so good.
I have been a Gowan fan forever it seems through the Gowan days, Larry Gowan days, to the Lawrence Gowan days, then with Styxs. As happy to see Larry with Styxs I admit I miss the Gowan part of it all. All the great songs that he sung. To answer your question about Larry before Styxs, I went to a Lynden Washington USA concert and no body sitting around us had heard of him prior to joining the band. If fact some people were darn right rude about him replacing Dennis DeYoung.
canadagirleh ~ The "DeYoung only" crowd can be EXTREMELY RUDE, as I've had to block a few of them myself on here... I'm just glad those people haven't deterred Lawrence from continuing with Styx for 19 years now... I've seen him with the band a couple of times, and he's always a gracious, energetic, fabulous performer... I wish the US could have heard of him before Styx...
Some of us are so old that we would follow Rheingold around the Toronto bar scene. The did Bohemian Rhapsody better then Queen did.
Gowan Rocks. Proud Cannuck.
Born in Glasgow, grew up in Scarborough, Ontario.
canadian asshole
Jason Levey precious coming from a pile of Yankee dung
Born in Scotland, came to Canada at a very young age. Raised Canadian. No Scottish Accent. Canadian accent through and through.
@Asher B Calls himself a Canadian.
They were my first concert when I was 11.
They have never faded or lost their newness.. They are magical and talented, Every on of them. You want to see a great live performance? Watch styx and the contemporary youth orchestra of cleavland. I cried at first.. But then like a movie that grips and keeps you on the edge of your seat.. which in my case was on the foor.. They were true to their form and when you thought you seen the best of them with every move and song, They did one better. I think I love lawrence cowan!! Lol He's right up there with Emerson , Lake and palmer. .I'm still vibrating from the dvd..Thanks guys, You keep getting better:))
The 80's are a true wounder for the music of it's time. Proud to be part of it.
After so many years of being a Fan of Styx I finally got the chance to see them perform at Pala Casino in February 2018 and I was the Best Concert that I have ever been too. I was by all means to Honored to have Finally seen them live after so many Years.
I'm 100% Disabled Veteran and served 22 years in the Navy as Gunners Mate Guns 1st Class Petty Officer and when I was in the Hospital Ward on board the USS Okinawa LPH-3 off the Coast of Iran in April 1980 passing Kidney Stones I listened to several Albums of Styx and though I had other Albums to listen I listened to Lady so many Times.