Styx set to return to The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, and Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ in January 2026

Classic rock fans won't want to miss Styx when they perform as part of a return to The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas in January 2026. During this special residency Styx will perform the classic album "Pieces Of Eight" in its entirety as well as the band's parade of enduring hits...Robert Kinsler

Styx returning to The Venetian Resort Las Vegas January 23 – 31, 2026; Special Performances of “Pieces Of Eight” in its entirety, plus all the classic hits

Band also set to make highly-anticipated return to Prescott Valley, Arizona on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026

Left to right:  Todd Sucherman (drums, percussion), Lawrence Gowan (lead vocals, keyboards), Chuck Panozzo (bass, vocals), James “JY” Young (lead vocals, guitars), Tommy Shaw (lead vocals, guitars), Terry Gowan (bass, vocals), Will Evankovich Will Evankovich (mandolin, guitars).

 

 Tickets on Sale Starting Friday, Sept. 26, at 10 a.m. Pacific Time

 

 

 

Legendary and multi-Platinum rockers Styx are already starting to lock in shows for their 2026 tour schedule, which will once again include an unforgettable five-night engagement at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. Styx will be performing 1978's Pieces of Eight in its entirety, along with the band’s classic hits. The shows will be held on January 23, 24, 28, 30 and 31, 2026, with all performances scheduled to begin at 8:30 p.m.

 

Citi is the official card of Styx’s exclusive Las Vegas engagement at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. Citi cardmembers will have access to pre-sale tickets beginning Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 10 a.m. PT until Thursday, Sept. 25, at 10 p.m. PT through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete pre-sale details visit www.citientertainment.com.

 

Additional pre-sales run will throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, Sept. 26, at 10 a.m. PT. Tickets starting at $45, plus applicable fees, will be available for purchase at Ticketmaster.com, VenetianLasVegas.com, any box office at The Venetian Resort, or by calling 702.414.9000 or 866.641.7469.

From left, James "JY" Young and Tommy Shaw performing at Findlay Toyota Center
in Prescott Valley, AZ on Nov. 9, 2024. Photo credit: Robert Kinsler

Styx to return to Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, Arizona

In November 2024 I caught Styx (seen above at that show) perform a thrilling performance at Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ (read my review of that concert HERE). The good news for fans of the band who live in Central and Northern Arizona is a just-announced return by Styx to the venue on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. The band's 100-minute concert was a must-see event for yours truly and I really recommend music lovers catch the band at an upcoming date. You can see all of the band's upcoming concert dates HERE.

 

About Styx

Creating and recording new music is often considered the lifeblood of any band — an ethos AOR torchbearers STYX continue to embody with the highly anticipated release of CIRCLING FROM ABOVE, the 18th studio album in their formidable catalog via the band’s label, Alpha Dog 2T/UMe. Spanning 13 tracks, the album navigates the complexities of the human experience through the intersecting lenses of technology and nature. CIRCLING FROM ABOVE –hailed by critics as their third “masterpiece” album in a row, following 2021’s CRASH OF THE CROWN and 2017’s THE MISSION--features contributions from all seven members of the band, including founding guitarist/vocalist James “JY” Young (affectionately known as “The Godfather of Styx”), guitarist/vocalist Tommy Shaw, original bassist Chuck Panozzo, longtime drummer Todd Sucherman, keyboardist/vocalist Lawrence Gowan, guitarist/vocalist Will Evankovich and bassist Terry Gowan.

 

The seven men comprising STYX have committed to rocking the Paradise together with audiences far and wide, and each one of them is committed to making the next show better than the last. They draw from over five decades of barn burning chart hits, joyous singalongs, and hard-driving deep cuts. Like a symphony that builds to a satisfying crescendo, a Styx set covers a wide range of stylistic cornerstones. From the progressively sweeping splendor that is “The Grand Illusion” to the hunker-down fortitude of all that is the “Blue Collar Man,” from the majestic spiritual love for a special “Lady” to the seething indictment of preening, primping pageantry for pageantry’s sake of “Miss America,” from an individual yearning for true connection as a “Man in the Wilderness” to a soul-deep quest to achieve what’s at the heart of one’s personal vision in “Crystal Ball,” from the regal reach-for-the-stars bravado of “Come Sail Away” to the grainy all-in gallop of that rugged “Renegade” who had it made, the band draws on an unlimited cache of ways to immerse one’s mind and body in their signature sound.

 

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About Live Nation Las Vegas

Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. Live Nation Las Vegas produces residency shows from The B-52s, FOREIGNER, Styx, Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago at The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas; Blake Shelton, Def Leppard, Dolly Parton, Jennifer Lopez, Alanis Morissette, Kelly Clarkson and Rod Stewart at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace; Mariah Carey, Sammy Hagar, Mötley Crüe, New Kids On The Block and Bruno Mars at Dolby Live at Park MGM; John Fogerty at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino; and Santana at House of Blues. Live Nation Las Vegas also brings other world-famous artists to many of the city’s other premier concert venues including Allegiant Stadium, T-Mobile Arena, MGM Grand Garden Arena, Michelob ULTRA Arena, the Pearl at Palms Casino Resort, Downtown Las Vegas Events Center and more. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com. Find Live Nation Las Vegas on Facebook and Instagram.

 

About The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas features all-suite accommodations across The Venetian and The Palazzo. The iconic resort’s experience is marked by a commitment to sophisticated play and light-hearted luxury, with world-class restaurants from celebrated chefs including Cote by Simon Kim, Bazaar Meat by José Andrés, and Southern California favorite Gjelina; the rejuvenating Canyon Ranch spa + fitness; a five-acre pool and garden deck inspired by the Italian Riviera including TAO Beach Dayclub, a Balinese-inspired tropical oasis; two landmark casinos and a poker room; Voltaire, a destination nightlife venue that blurs the lines between and intimate club and is home to the Queen of burlesque, Dita Von Teese; concert and non-stop entertainment including master illusionist Shin Lim; and TAO Nightclub.

 

A premier events and conference center, the resort is home to more than 2.25 million square feet of meeting, exposition, and convention space. The Venetian Resort's brand-new loyalty program, Venetian Rewards, offers resort-wide earning and redemption for gaming play, including slots and tables, as well as experiential spend, such as dining, entertainment, hotel reservations, and more. 

 

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is the only place fans can get the full experience of Sphere at The Venetian with concert and hotel packages including preferred seating. Sphere is a next-generation venue that will redefine the future of live entertainment.

 

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New music: Ann Wilson & Tripsitter, Styx, Garbage

A trio of new releases are featured in my column this week, including titles featuring Ann Wilson & Tripsitter, Styx and Garbage.

Artist: Ann Wilson & Tripsitter

Title: Live In Concert (Mercury Studios)

You might like if you enjoy: Ann Wilson, Heart

Tell me more: Heart lead singer Ann Wilson and her four-member band Tripsitter made the most of a performance at Nashville's Brooklyn Bowl in July 2023, performing a winning mix of classic Heart selections as well as material from that year's album Another Door and reworked covers from several Rock and Roll Hall of Fame favorites. The concert was filmed and originally aired on PBS in November 2023, and is now newly available on Blu-ray as well as on digital video. One of rock music's all-time great vocalists, Wilson and company are outstanding across the 90-minute performance. Highlights include the buoyant opener "Crazy On You," the Renaissance-flavored rock ballad "This Is Now," the tender "Miss One & Only" (the latter two songs from Another Door), a fiery take on Led Zeppelin's"Immigrant Song" showcasing Tripsitter and an artful reading of Heart's beloved genre-defying gem "Mistral Wind." Wilson's impressive soprano is also showcased in a powerful version of John Lennon's emotive "Isolation" and the set-ending rock classic "Barracuda."  Information: AnnWilson.com and MercuryStudios.co.

Artist: Styx

Title: Circling From Above (Alpha Dog 2T/UMe)

You might like if you enjoy: Styx, Asia, Queen

Tell me more: Styx is back with the band's 18th studio album, Circling From Above, an ambitious concept album whose 13 tracks look at the human experience as explored through the dissimilar worlds of modern technology and nature. The concept album is an intoxicating listen, with the band's signature sound celebrated via top-tier songs featuring the contributions from all seven members of Styx — founding guitarist-vocalist James "JY" Young, guitarist-vocalist Tommy Shaw, original bassist Chuck Panozzo, drummer Todd Sucherman, keyboardist-vocalist Lawrence Gowan, guitarist-vocalist Will Evankovich and bassist Terry Gowan. Among my favorite tracks on the first half of the disc are the soaring "Build and Destroy" featuring Gowan's tenor lead vocals, the introspective rocker "Michigan" featuring Shaw's urgent vocals and the band's lush harmonies, the prog rock foray "King of Love" and beautiful acoustic-flavored "Forgive." The momentum of the masterwork continues with strong originals including the Celtic-mining "Blue Eyed Raven," music hall delight "She Knows," resplendent "Ease Your Mind" and the mellifluous "The Things That You Said." The album closes with the wonderfully bluesy "We Lost the Wheel Again" and genuinely introspective "Only You Can Decide." According to a media release, "the album was produced by Evankovich, who also helmed the band's previous two albums before becoming an official member in 2022. All 13 songs were penned in various combinations by the band's songwriting triumvirate of Shaw, Evankovich and Gowan." While the album won't be officially available on streaming or digital outlets until July 18, Circling From Above CD and vinyl copies are available for immediate delivery when purchased via StyxWorld.com. Fans can also purchase physical copies of the album on any of the band's "Brotherhood of Rock" tour dates. Information: StyxWorld.com.

Artist: Garbage

Title: Let All That We Imagine Be the Light (BMG)

You might like if you enjoy: The Pretenders, Garbage

Tell me more: Garbage is back with Let All That We Imagine Be The Light, the groundbreaking band's eighth studio album and one of the truly great discs of 2025. The 10-track album produced by the quartet and longtime engineer Billy Bush is filled with originals that are as literate as they are powerful; the songs here crafted with in-the-pocket rhythms, sharp guitar layers, an electronic veneer, nuanced dynamics, soaring choruses and singer Shirley Manson's signature vocals all delivered in the service of strong convictions. Among the terrific cuts on the album is the sumptuous opener "There's No Future in Optimism" with its mix of electronica and rock textures surrounding Manson's enticing vocals, the driving electronic rocker "Get Out My Face AKA Bad Kitty," fiery "Chinese Fire Horse" looking at the bias faced by women as they grow older, the tender "Hold," experimental rocker "Radical" and thought-provoking closer "The Day That I Met God." On Let All That We Imagine Be The Light, Manson, Duke Erikson (guitar, bass, keyboards), Steve Marker (guitar, keyboards) and Butch Vig (drums, percussion) prove they continue to chart the singular course of one of the world's most ambitious and important modern rock bands. Information: garbage.com.

Robert Kinsler

Styx set to bring classic rock favorites to Phonenix and Rancho Mirage

Who: Styx

Where: Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, AZ on Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 26 and 27; Agua Caliente Casino Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage, CA on Saturday, March 1

Learn more: styxworld.com.

 

Styx is currently on tour, with upcoming dates set for California and Arizona.
From left, Todd Sucherman, Lawrence Gowan, Chuck Panozzo, James "JY"
Young, Tommy Shaw, Terry Gowan and Will Evankovich.
Photo credit: Jason Powell

Styx is one of the great classic rock bands that continues to inspire audiences with powerful live performances and via compelling new studio albums — notably 2017's The Mission and 2021's Crash of the Crown.

Back in October 2024, Styx singer-keyboardist Lawrence Gowan chatted with me about the band's continuing success and connection with their dedicated audience.

"It's very evident and authentic when you see how much we love what we do," said Gowan, noting rock music is the "greatest form of entertainment I've come across."

"It's a thing that bonds us as people. As you get older you get to appreciate what a fantastic experience it is. Now it comes down to enjoying the moment. Look, it's a band of extroverts; we have no qualms about expressing how good we feel."

Styx has a slew of upcoming concert dates in Arizona, Washington, Oregon and California over the next month. All of these live events will showcase the top-tier talents of Glasgow, Scotland native Gowan as well as James "JY Young (lead vocals, guitars), Tommy Shaw (lead vocals, guitars), Chuck Panozzo (bass, vocals), Todd Sucherman (drums, percussion), Will Evankovich (mandolin, guitars), and Terry Gowan (bass, guitar vocals). 

There is a tremendous amount of work that goes into each concert. Indeed, Gowan explained that there are two hours of warm-ups by the band before they take the stage, including the hour leading up to taking the stage when the members do vocal warm-ups to "get voices chiming together." Indeed, sumptuous harmonies are a major part of the Styx sound.

"We step on stage — there is our actual age and our stage age. The minute we step out there, we're living our 15-year-old dreams. We enjoy it that much. I feel 20 years old when I am on stage. It's such an inspiring place to be on stage.

Gowan noted that part of what makes Styx so special is how the band's music is a rich hybrid of rock, classical and pop — "a broad palette" that has a singular sound of its own.

During our interview I noted how impressed I was with the band's two most recent albums; indeed The Mission was one of the best album releases of 2017 and Crash of the Crown landed as one of my favorite new discs of 2021.

"We are so proud of those records," Gowan explained. "We made these records to intentionally connect with the classic rock era." 

Indeed, the studio albums were recorded on tape with 24-track machines, and with the members of Styx performing in the studio together.

"People of all ages have embraced the sound of classic rock; the only way to achieve that is with the old clunky analog machines."

Gowan noted that at every concert about a half of the attendees are under the ago of 40, and of those, 75 percent are under the age of 30.

"The music has crossed generations and they have embraced it."

Fans of Styx have hopes that the band's run that began at the dawn of the 1970s continues far into the future.

"Honestly, anything beyond the age of 35, you have to really thank the universe for dropping this in our lap," Gowan said. "Last week I saw Jeff Lynne; he was so good, why wouldn't (you not continue to perform) at that level?" 

Robert Kinsler

Editor's note: Read Robert Kinsler's review of Styx's Nov. 9, 2024 performance in Prescott Valley, AZ HERE

Styx Brings a Parade of Rock Classics to Prescott Valley

From left, James "JY" Young and Tommy Shaw rocking
Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ.

Styx, Jay Psaros

Where: Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ

When: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024

Next: Styx will perform a string of special concerts at the Venetian Theatre in Las Vegas, performing the album "The Grand Illusion" in its entirety and other hits on Jan. 24, 25, 29 and 31, and Feb. 1, 2025

Information: https://styxworld.com/

Tommy Shaw performing on Nov. 9, 2024.

Lawrence Gowan on Nov. 9, 2024.

Styx is one of the few classic rock bands to emerge in the early 1970s that continues to tour and record essential new music a quarter of the way through the 21st century. Evidence of the enduring rock troupe's power came with an outstanding performance at Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ on Nov. 9. The 100-minute concert was an entertaining run through Styx's rich catalog of hits and showcased a band still at the height of its powers.

Styx performing at Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ.

Opening with the title track from their 1977 masterwork The Grand Illusion, the six member's signature harmonies draped the anthemic favorite that blends progressive, arena and classic rock styles. The uptempo "Too Much Time on My Hands" followed, the crowd on its feet.

From left, Terry Gowan, Will Evankovich, Lawrence Gowan and James "JY" Young.

Drummer Todd Sucherman behind the kit in Prescott Valley, AZ.

The power ballad "Lady" featured Lawrence Gowan's soaring tenor and masterful keyboard playing in the song's melodic opening, before the collective power of the band carried the song to its dramatic finish.

Whether performing their biggest hits or album favorites, Styx presented each selection as if it was the jewel of the set. Take "Lorelei," a modest hit from early in the band's career that flat out rocked the house in Prescott Valley.

Lawrence Gowan, left, and Will Evankovich.

Every member of Styx was showcased across the night. Founding member James "JY" Young sang lead vocals and unleashed his fiery lead guitar work on "Miss America." Singer-guitarist Tommy Shaw sang the affecting "Crystal Ball" alone to the accompaniment of his acoustic guitar to launch the song before the rest of the band came in as the song built in force; Shaw used an electric guitar to play a dynamic lead sortie to close the track.

Another highlight of the night was a luxurious version of the 2021 original "Crash of the Crown," an ambitious song showcasing the band's dazzling harmonies and signature songcraft.

Tommy Shaw performing in Arizona on Nov. 9, 2024.

Other favorites of the night included the evocative "Man in the Wilderness" featuring Shaw's soaring vocals, the hard rocking "Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)," the Beatlesque "Our Wonderful Lives" and "Come Sail Away," the latter showcasing Gowan on keys and lead vocals. The rhythm section of Todd Sucherman, bassist Terry Gowan and guitarist Will Evankovich added firepower to all of the selections.

Guitarist James "JY" Young.

From left, James "JY" Young and Tommy Shaw rocking
Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ.

Styx's rousing encore included a rousing "Mr. Roboto" and blistering "Renegade," both songs thrilling the appreciative crowd.

Singer-songwriter Jay Psaros opened the bill with a 30-minute set of acoustic songs, including originals and a sparse take on Prince's "Purple Rain." Armed with a winning voice and solid guitar playing, the country-flavored original "Ballroom Singer" was among the inviting originals that impressed the audience on Saturday night.

Review and photography by Robert Kinsler

Styx setlist at Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ

The Grand Illusion

Too Much Time on My Hands

Lady

Lorelei

Miss America

Crash of the Crown

Crystal Ball

Rockin' the Paradise

Man in the Wilderness

Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)

The Best of Times

Our Wonderful Lives

Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man)

Khedive

Come Sail Away

Encore

Mr. Roboto

Renegade

Styx sets sights on upcoming concert events

Styx

Where: Humphreys Concerts By The Bay in San Diego, CA on Nov. 7; Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, AZ on Nov. 8; Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, AZ on Saturday, Nov. 9; the band will also perform a string of shows at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Jan. 24 - Feb. 1, 2025

Learn more: styxworld.com.

Styx is currently on tour, with upcoming dates set for California,
Arizona and Nevada. Photo credit: Jason Powell

Styx is one of the great classic rock bands that continues to inspire audiences with powerful live performances and via compelling new studio albums — notably 2017's The Mission and 2021's Crash of the Crown.

Styx singer-keyboardist Lawrence Gowan recently chatted with me about the band's continuing success and connection with their dedicated audience.

"It's very evident and authentic when you see how much we love what we do," said Gowan, noting rock music is the "greatest form of entertainment I've come across."

"It's a thing that bonds us as people. As you get older you get to appreciate what a fantastic experience it is. Now it comes down to enjoying the moment. Look, it's a band of extroverts; we have no qualms about expressing how good we feel."

Styx has several upcoming concert dates in Arizona and Southern California over the next week, and the band has also announced a string of special performances featuring the 1977 masterwork The Grand Illusion in its entirety at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Jan. 24 - Feb. 1, 2025. All of these live events will showcase the top-tier talents of Glasgow, Scotland native Gowan as well as James "JY Young (lead vocals, guitars), Tommy Shaw (lead vocals, guitars), Chuck Panozzo (bass, vocals), Todd Sucherman (drums, percussion), Will Evankovich (mandolin, guitars), and Terry Gowan (bass, guitar vocals). 

There is a tremendous amount of work that goes into each concert. Indeed, Gowan explained that there are two hours of warm-ups by the band before they take the stage, including the hour leading up to taking the stage when the members do vocal warm-ups to "get voices chiming together." Indeed, sumptuous harmonies are a major part of the Styx sound.

"We step on stage — there is our actual age and our stage age. The minute we step out there, we're living our 15-year-old dreams. We enjoy it that much. I feel 20 years old when I am on stage. It's such an inspiring place to be on stage.

Gowan noted that part of what makes Styx so special is how the band's music is a rich hybrid of rock, classical and pop — "a broad palette" that has a singular sound of its own.

During our interview I noted how impressed I was with the band's two most recent albums; indeed The Mission was one of the best album releases of 2017 and Crash of the Crown landed as one of my favorite new discs of 2021.

"We are so proud of those records," Gowan explained. "We made these records to intentionally connect with the classic rock era." 

Indeed, the studio albums were recorded on tape with 24-track machines, and with the members of Styx performing in the studio together.

"People of all ages have embraced the sound of classic rock; the only way to achieve that is with the old clunky analog machines."

Gowan noted that at every concert about a half of the attendees are under the ago of 40, and of those, 75 percent are under the age of 30.

"The music has crossed generations and they have embraced it."

Fans of Styx have hopes that the band's run that began at the dawn of the 1970s continues far into the future.

"Honestly, anything beyond the age of 35, you have to really thank the universe for dropping this in our lap," Gowan said. "Last week I saw Jeff Lynne; he was so good, why wouldn't (you not continue to perform) at that level?" 

Robert Kinsler