Classic rock fans have long pointed to “Mr. Roboto” as a turning point for Styx. But is this polarizing 1983 hit really to blame for the rift followed between Dennis DeYoung and the rest of the group?

If all you know about the song we’re about to talk about is Domo arigato, Mr. Roboto? Well, you probably know enough to enjoy it on a surface level. After all, it still sounds great after all these ...