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Paradise Theatre, the tenth album by the talented rock band Styx, was originally released in 1981 and quickly became a fan favorite. It features a wonderful mix of classic hard rock tracks from Tommy Shaw and James Young, along with catchy pop-inspired songs by Dennis DeYoung, making it appeal to a wide audience. Some of its hit songs include “Too Much Time On My Hands,” “The Best of Times,” and “Rockin The Paradise,” which are now available on a high-quality 180 gram vinyl.
This album is a unique concept record that tells the story of Chicago’s iconic Paradise Theatre, from its grand opening to its sad closure and abandonment. It serves as a heartfelt metaphor for America’s evolving culture during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Dennis DeYoung confirmed this meaningful story in an episode of *In the Studio with Redbeard,* which dedicated an entire show to the creation of the album.
The album includes four singles that achieved chart success. “The Best of Times,” penned by DeYoung, reached #3 on the Billboard Hot 100, while “Too Much Time on My Hands,” written by Tommy Shaw, hit #9 in the same chartit remains Shaw’s only top 10 hit with Styx. “Nothing Ever Goes as Planned,” also by DeYoung, reached #54, and the lively “Rockin’ the Paradise,” written collaboratively by DeYoung, Shaw, and James Young, climbed to #8 on the Top Rock Track Chart, making it a truly memorable record for fans and newcomers alike.
Selections:
1. A.D. 1928
2. Rockin’ the Paradise
3. State Street Sadie
4. Too Much Time On My Hands
5. She Cares
6. Snowblind
7. Nothing Ever Goes As Planned
8. The Best Of Times
9. Lonely People
10. Half-Penny, Two-Penny
11. A.D. 1958
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