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21st Century Live

Styx · 2003

102 min · 20 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · adult-oriented rock

A dynamic live showcase blending hard rock energy with melodic sophistication and theatrical flair.

Why this album works

The album is significant for its blend of classic hits and newer material, demonstrating Styx's ability to engage both long-time fans and new listeners. It also highlights the band's enduring popularity by successfully charting on Billboard's Top Independent Albums list.
Career context
Released in 2003, '21st Century Live' captures Styx during a period of resurgence after lineup changes and a hiatus. This album followed their previous studio effort, 'Cyclorama,' marking their return to the live performance scene that characterized their early career.
Stylistic neighbors
Junichi Inagaki· Omega Tribe· Kansas

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Rockin’ the Paradise 4:12
  • 2 High Enough Standout 2:07
  • 3 Lorelei 4:07
  • 4 Sing for the Day 4:22
  • 5 Boat on the River 4:25
  • 6 Love Is the Ritual 5:31
  • 7 Snowblind 5:22
  • 8 Miss America 6:19
  • 9 Come Sail Away Standout 10:11
  • 10 Renegade Standout 7:36

Disc 2

  • 1 Blue Collar Man (St. Louis, 2000) 5:01
  • 2 Everything Is Cool (St. Louis, 2000) 4:51
  • 3 Brave New World (St. Louis, 2000) 5:42
  • 4 Kiss Your Ass Goodbye (Los Angeles, 2003) 3:32
  • 5 A Criminal Mind (Pittsburgh, 2001) 5:55
  • 6 Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man) (St. Louis, 2000) 6:16
  • 7 Heavy Water (St. Louis, 2000) 5:53
  • 8 Too Much Time On My Hands (St. Louis, 2000) 5:20
  • 9 These Are the Times (Detroit, 2003) 5:42
  • 10 Yes I Can (Studio, 2003)

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