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Sloth recording new album with Alien Ant Farms guy
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Comment by BOUT
FUCKING TIME>>>>>>I NEED SOME MORE SLOTH TUNES ALREADY!
FUCKING TIME>>>>>>I NEED SOME MORE SLOTH TUNES ALREADY!
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Ask Steve Perry a question regarding the new Journey DVD
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Comment by RHONDA,
Will Mr Perry be releasing a new solo album with a tour in 2010? We need to bring sexy back with talent and that is steve perry. Did he write all the songs on his new album and which one means the most to him? I just want to wish Mr Perry a very happy birthday and let him know we miss him!!!
Will Mr Perry be releasing a new solo album with a tour in 2010? We need to bring sexy back with talent and that is steve perry. Did he write all the songs on his new album and which one means the most to him? I just want to wish Mr Perry a very happy birthday and let him know we miss him!!!
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Will the real C. P. please stand up? Hey Justin, that would be your cue! Sounds a bit like those wild dogs of Australia are missing a real sick pup...
added 03 Jun 2010 14:33
Comment by Justin
Steve Perry is a colossal prick. That is why he is no longer with Journey. They found a better singer who is not a primadonna. He was also mauled by wild dogs in Australia, causing him to sing in a growly, low voice. He now fronts a Norwegian death metal band called "fjonkenschnuedel."
added 13 Apr 2010 2:10
Comment by Teresa Peters
This picture is not the Journey I know.
added 22 Feb 2010 23:30
Comment by PAMELA
Steve Perry is a stand alone in his catergory for talent, no one will ever be Steve Perry , I have found it insulting that the band has gone on to try to reproduce his sound and his talent...we all miss Steve Perry, he is Journey and always will be. I no longer listen to the new Journey music, instead I go home as I did as a young adult and put on the record yes record player and put one of my vynil albums on and listen to him sing and I go back in time and remember how happy I was and am as I listen to him sing....Steve Perry brought me through many Journeys in my life with his music
added 16 Nov 2009 18:31
Comment by sandra
I started listening to Journey in 1981. It seemed evrything I was going through Steve Perry came up with a song that touched me so much. I loved the real Perry! I wish he had never left. I do wish the band the best, but it will never be the same......
added 12 Oct 2009 3:46
Comment by CHARLIE IRON SHELL
When will Steve perry go back with journey beuse we all miss him when l saw
journey in sioux falls SD it was cool where is steve perry now
added 06 Oct 2009 1:48
Comment by Carol
What songs did Steve Perry actually write by himself??
added 12 Sep 2009 17:55
Comment by Melanie
I became a Journey fan in '05 and back then I thought Steve Perry was still singing for Journey, but to my sad surprise I leared he had been out since I was 8 years old. I was devistated because I had a crush on him and still do.I'm a die-hard Journey fan for the Journey with Steve Perry and most or my LP's, Cd's and cassetts are of Journey and Steve Perry. a while back, a teacher from school came to me at the beginning of the period and gave me the magizene advertisement of the Journey video game for the Atari, It featured the Escape video game and all the band members. and Steve Perry looked like he was in love with me. I graceously thanked her for the article and went hope and hung it on my wall.Anywho in my opinion I don't really see Journey as being Journey without Steve Perry. I've listened to Ageri and Arnel sing and they donot Sound anything like Steve Perry.and Journey isn't Journey without Steve Perry.
added 21 Jul 2009 9:08
Comment by Gina
He went to Lemoore high school
added 05 Jun 2009 16:40
Comment by carol burnett
Well, where do i begin. I have loved journey since the beginng. The first time i heard Steve sing i almost cryed. I have an ear for tone and music. His voice is an instrument!! He has perfect pitch. I have never heard him hit a bad note. He has control of his vocals. I would rate him the best vocalist ever male or feamale. Barbra Striseand also has these qulities. I listen to him sing daily. We miss him but i have a full catalog of anything he recorded to listen to but would love to hear him do something new. I am sure his voice is mature and beautiful. His voice was matures on the trail by fire album and that was a deeper and the best peice of work they did. I love that album.
Steves Music has helped me through all kinds of situations and yes he made me believe somewhere there is hope!!! He also needs to believe that. IF journey reunited for one more cd or alvum america would go nuts!!! At least make peice guys for yourselves. Steve hope your are good to yourself and happy. We care enough to wish you happiness and good health. Your fans are the most loyal ther are out there.I hope Steve releases some more good dvd's. How abought the raised on radio concert or midnight special footage. How abought you for the love of strange medicne concerts? Wow these would sale big time. oh and the frontiers concert. anyway, what was i saying- yes believe in the music.
CAROL BURNETT
added 31 May 2009 16:05
Comment by Jessica
Where did Steve Perry attend High School?
added 28 May 2009 7:16
Comment by diane b
I think that Steve Perry really blew everyone out of the water when he took the 80's with Journey. He is so different. Is there ever a chance of his sitting down with Neal and Jonathan and discussing a come back. I think that the song "after all these years " is great, but if Steve were to sing it with Journey, it would sky rocket. Really, can anyone disagree with that? I bet Journey would sell out stadiums like they used to if Steve got back together with them. And he is still as attractive as ever. A concert by the "real Journey" is something that I wouldn't miss for the world. I've been lucky enough to see my other favorite Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. I won't rest until I can see the "real Journey". Steve, if you are reading this, is it true that you will be bring all of your fans a great new cd in 2009? You have such a great voice, you're like a wild man on stage and you look verrrrrrrrry sexy after all these years. I just love you and so do many others. Please don't ever take anything bad that anyone says about you to heart. Those type of people aren't happy with themselves and jealous. Please come back, babe.
added 30 Apr 2009 2:55
Comment by Janice
I was lucky to see 2 Journey concerts in Ohio during the escape then the frontiers tour. After finally (in 82-83) being in the same building as Steve Perry as my eyes followed only him and heard instruments and THE voice, I will never attend another Journey concert unless by some chance Steve Perry came back. Steve you are the Journey. I have been listening to Journey since you walked into Infinity. After all of these years having your voice warm my heart and seeing how beautiful you are, I only have one question. Can I touch your hair? Everyone on this page is thinking it, I just said it. Steve has the sexiest hair. short, long, whatever...You put the believe in 'Don't stop believin' Steve. Now that I got further and darker then the subject.. Thanks for the many years of being you. May you chose to do what makes you happy and keep on doing it...just let us look/hear you once in awhile..I'm getting too damn old to chase after you (Maybe) so I won't mob you (much) . Ok, whoever reads this, if you think about putting a reply, it is really fun thinking he may read it. give it a whirl...feels good! Ok, I'm done. Later Steve baby, even though I know this isn't your website... (I'm in (46 years old) Columbia SC heh heh heh. and would love to see you solo and yes there is allot of footage out there from strange medicine..) OMGGGGGG what I would have given to see Steve then too. I love you Steve
added 07 Dec 2008 2:29
Comment by elena
I've listened to journey for years, but not knowingly connected the music to my feelings until recently seeing classic photos of the band with steve and neal performing together there was a real communication with the those two instruments perry's voice and neal's riffs and the way it poured out raw and so right on, and a flood of emotions came out about how we were back then and the people we knew .Those songs were so telling like old snap shots . In a lot of ways it hurt but still good again to see and feel your heart when it was young, thanks guys
added 28 Oct 2008 5:14
Comment by Alan
Steve Perry was the main songwriter for Journey and the Voice!!! The new singer ,didn't write any of the music for their new album, and even if he sounds okay singing the old hits, they are not his.I'm wanting for the new album from the great Steve Perry.
added 28 Aug 2008 3:41
Comment by Michelle Martinez
I was 15 years old in the summer of 1982. That is when I first watched MTV and listened to all of the tracks off of Escape from Journey as I walked the streets on the plazain Santa Fe with my friends and my boom box. I fell in love with Steve Perry's vocals the very first time I heard his voice on the track "Lights". That is my FAVORITE Journey song. I once tried to purchase tickets for the Journey show when they came to Albuquerque in 1983, but they sold out and my mom would not fork out 150.00 for the tickets we could get in the paper the day after tickets went on sale. I remember moping for weeks afterward- Come to find out, I was robbed... I never got to see Steve Perry belt out the hits live... I once went to a show at the Journal Pavillion here in New Mexico only to be severely disappointed. The music was crisp just like listening to the CD, but when the dude on stage acting like our beloved Steve Perry got on stage with the coat with tails swaying side to side actually tried to sing, well ---YUCK!
I knew then and there, NO BODY can do it like Steve Perry....Why bother...
I just listened to the new album - strictly out of curiousity and the music seemed so much like a throwback from an early 1980's movie soundtrack... Then I heard the voice. NOT even close to the Great master, Steve Perry!!! But, you know that is what they are trying to copy!!!!
Rename the group and MOVE ON!!!! JOURNEY IS NOT JOURNEY WITHOUT STEVE PERRY!!!! IT NEVER WILL BE THE SAME AGAIN>>>Get a new sound and make new music... The world will thank you for it...
Neal Schon and Ross Valory, Together, with your musical talent, surely, you can strike up something totally new and totally AWESOME ... STOP trying to get a Steve Perry IMPOSTOR!!!! It doesn't work!
Love,
A TRUE JOURNEY fan!
Mcihelle Martinez
added 10 Jul 2008 8:01
Comment by DEBI
I have loved Steve Perry since I was 11 yrs old. I am now 35 and still infatuated with him. Unfortunately, Journey was BIG when I was young so I was unable to ever see him in concert. I gaze at him while watching his concerts on DVD. I would love for him to know that there is a band called "Evolution" which is a Journey tribute band that is AWESOME! This lead singer HUGO is STEVE PERRY from the 80?s. He does an amazing job performing as Steve that it is incredible. I think Steve would get a kick out of seeing that. Their website is journeyshow.com. If by any chance Steve sees this, please let me know what you think. I would love to hear your reply. Steve you are an amazing performer and forever loved by your fans!!!!! LOVE YA
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Comment by Eileen
I was a nerd in high school and never went to any concerts, and I remember overhearing some kids behind me all excited about going to a Journey concert. My older sister and her boyfriend frequented Journey concerts, and I was jealous. Now that I am older and less nerdy, I regret never having gone to a Journey concert, and when they came to Phoenix in 99 or 2000, they had a different lead singer. If I could have a "second childhood" type of fantasy, I would love to meet Steve Perry. I think I have a connection to him. I speak Spanish and he speaks Portuguese. His mother?s name was Mary and so was mine. He looks like my cousin?s husband, and that was the first wedding I ever was invited to. When I saw Steve?s picture, I felt a connection. If I were not able to meet him, I would be thrilled to receive a reply! Is there any way that he could answer me? I did very few exciting things as a child, adolescent, or teenager, and like I say I was very nerdy. I would be obliged to hear a reply!!!
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Work of Art + Eclipse + Soto = W.E.T
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Comment by ugg boots
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Tokio Hotel Announce U.S. Tour Dates
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Comment by jenessa
I WANT TOKIO HOTEL TO COME TO NEW JERSEY SO BAD THAT'S ALL I WANT FROM THEM IS TO COME BACK IN 2010 SOON
I WANT TOKIO HOTEL TO COME TO NEW JERSEY SO BAD THAT'S ALL I WANT FROM THEM IS TO COME BACK IN 2010 SOON
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Crossfade working on new album; set to be released in early 2009
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Comment by Diana
The band has said that the album will be released early this year, 2010.
The band has said that the album will be released early this year, 2010.
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Comment by Pär
Oups - I meant 2010... still 2009 in mind... sorry.
added 09 Jan 2010 17:18
Comment by Rintah
Are they even coming out with a new CD? I have been told early 2009, but here it is December 21, 2009 and no CD. I wish there was some sort of update for fans to follow.
added 21 Dec 2009 16:59
Comment by steve
When's this CD suppose to come out???? I hope its more like the first CD they made that one was a killer... This new demo song worry's me a bit... Its an awesome sound but i hope the whole CD doesn't have that same hard sound.;;
added 26 Sep 2009 5:04
Comment by Kristian
Thiss just made my day! This has been the moment i've been waiting for since the last album. Great band, great songs. I'd wish they would tour in europe though. Especially the northern europe ;)
Keep up the good work guys!
added 13 Feb 2009 8:07
Comment by Sabrina
Im SO freakin EXCITED!!! Icant wait for thier new stuff.One of my best friends and i are number one fans of Crossfade. We LOVE THEM!! We thought they like quit or something and we were VERY Sad.But to find out they're coming out with a new album excites us!! We can't WAIT!!!
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My Chemical Romance hope to release the new album in late 2009
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Comment by Lucy
I have heard March of this year.
I have heard March of this year.
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Listen to the magnificent new band Headway,signed to Geffen
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Comment by al
is headway christian?
is headway christian?
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Most frequently played songs on Active Rock Radio
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Comment by TheFuckingPiper
I seem to remember hearing/reading from multiple sources that "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin was the most played rock song on radio.
I seem to remember hearing/reading from multiple sources that "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin was the most played rock song on radio.
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Arnel Pineda, new singer in Journey!
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Comment by Satyavan
As someone who grew up with Perry's signature sound in Journey, I can understand people's resistance to Arnel. That said, having listened and looked at the Youtube vids,and as someone who plays in a band with changing players, I have to be objective: Arnel is a brilliant singer. His vocal similarity
As someone who grew up with Perry's signature sound in Journey, I can understand people's resistance to Arnel. That said, having listened and looked at the Youtube vids,and as someone who plays in a band with changing players, I have to be objective: Arnel is a brilliant singer. His vocal similarity allows fans to still identify with Journey. Would one like or prefer Perry back? Well sure, he's the person being emulated. But Perry is not seeking to return to Journey and Arnel captures the Perry sound very well. So well in fact that Neal Schon hired him. And yes, sadly, a lot of reluctance to Arnel is due to racists who reflect a perspective that rock is owned by one demographic.
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Comment by paogi
Arnel galingan mo pa. Don't stop believing and always pray to God!Nothing is impossible to Him.Godbless you and the Journey!
added 17 Jul 2010 14:26
Comment by paogi
It's just a matter of acceptance!if you know how to accept, then it means that you won't stop believing!!!
added 17 Jul 2010 14:24
Comment by maria
IN ADDITION TO MY COMMENT.......................................REMEMBER...
NO TWO PERSONS ARE THE SAME EVEN THE IDENTICAL TWINS,THERE IS ALWAYS DISTINCTION EVEN TO THEIR VOICES...
SO DO NOT EVER COMPARE THE TWO SINGERS(STEVE AND ARNEL)
BOTH OF THEM HAVE THEIR OWN IDENTITY...IS IT CLEAR...
BE FAIR TO BOTH OF THEM....
added 06 Apr 2010 20:40
Comment by maria
Yes,Steve Perry has the voice perhaps Arnel Pineda had similar to him because of the songs but if you will listen very seriously...Arnel have his on style...do you agree i hope so....Just enjoy the music!!!! whoever sang it ..for me the lyrics and the melody was perfect.
added 06 Apr 2010 20:21
Comment by madapakasana
face it steve perry is old and can't sing anymore! I'd like to see a showdown between the old man and the new guy arnel pineda
added 23 Mar 2010 22:16
Comment by 7DaysRock
- Well I'm not a fan of journey, I know thier classic songs, I heard steve perry's tenor voice, wow. Now, I saw the new journey, its like something was added to their original musics, it looks like they were reborn, and their musics which was sang by this new lead vocals was WOW grrrrr, its a classic ROCK-OF-THE-AGES. Journey today sounds more catching, I like the journey sounds today, keep up the best of you Journey guys, soon I think I will be a journey fans hehehe I like their new album REVELATION. Good Work Mr. JON, NEAL and the rest of the band. I like your performance in UK DL festival 2009, one of the best. \m/
added 16 Feb 2010 5:05
Comment by DaySkipper
im not a fan of Journey but I think Arnel is great. for Guzzi dont be a stupid motherfucking idiot! your in denial that you had goosebumps when you heard his voice. You can't even compare other singers to arnel aside from steve. people like you dont deserve to live. if only this website could check where you located Im willing to waste my time just kill you you son of a bitch!
added 26 Jan 2010 1:49
Comment by Kaj
Whether we like or not, we just have to accept that bands continue without their original members or the ones that made the bands successful like Journey without Perry, Yes without Jon Anderson, Giant without Dann Huff, Slade without Noddy Holder, Foreigner without Lou Gramm, Van Halen without Michael Anthony, Styx without Dennis DeYoung, Queen without Freddie Mercury etc. I won´t be too surprised if Kiss continue without Paul Stanley or U2 rock on without Bono. There are new times and I hate it! But people accept it so what can you do.
added 01 Dec 2009 9:31
Comment by JourneyFan0129
Guzzi...what's your problem??? I am a Filipino watching every post you have made here...and I can see that you are clearly a racist...I am a Steve Perry fan, because I loved his voice, but it's time to move on...Arnel Pineda from our very own country is already known to the world as the new vocalist of Journey. Before you comment on this, I will ask you 5 questions:
1. Why do you hate our fellow countryman Arnel Pineda?
2. Why can't you move on and accept it?
3. If you are a TRUE Journey fan, why are you ONLY focusing on their lead vocalist and not their music?
4. Do you have that God-gifted talent like what Arnel Pineda had?
5. Are you so certain that anyone will listen to your comments?
Send your answers to my email address: uriel_0129@yahoo.com.
I'll be waiting...and I will examine your answers once they arrive.
Good day to you!
added 30 Nov 2009 1:58
Comment by Reality Check
Some people can't still get it into their heads that Steve Perry won't sing anymore with Journey. Its already a miracle if Steve Perry would sing under his own name. Singing with Journey is an pure impossibility. If ever Steve Perry would be singing or making an album, he must consider his age and whatever age does to do body. He should have continued singing then when he was younger.
Arnel is not fake because he is using his own voice, his own effort and he is being paid to do so. Arnel can never be another Steve Perry but as of now he is a Journey. And he will stay in Journey as long as he can sing and he is liked by the group. See what happened to Jeff Scott, he can sing but I have heard he can't get along well with Neal. Neal said so. And the reason why Steve Perry left is because he can't get along well with the Neal also. You can feel that in their last interviews. Getting along well is important not just the singing.
added 20 Nov 2009 10:52
Comment by Kaj
I prefer the original over the copy ok! Some like real flowers, others like plastic ones, some like the creator, others like the re-creator, some like real sex, others like cyber sex.
added 17 Oct 2009 8:02
Comment by path
Genital Voice? Lol, ok! Isnt saying "Fucking Uncivilized" alittle uncivil? Anyway, I wouldnt judge Arnel so critically if they were singing all new songs. They themselves are they ones offering comparison by having him sing those songs. All you guys crying about haters, FYI I'm not against Journey making a comeback, but let them sing new songs and leave the old songs alone, if they can make it that way. They wont make it far if they don't. So, it's just about the money. Perry sang the songs better and anyone who says otherwise is just plain deaf and/or dumb, or being way to fucking civil.
added 16 Oct 2009 12:33
Comment by GenitalVoice
People who comparing two singers and judging them by the way they sing a song are a fucking uncivilized...Perry is not Arnel and Journey needs him because they do need him. Swedish KAJ is a fucking ABBA fans and he really admire the sounds of their DANSBAND. By the way,,KAJ is a Bert Carlsoon's friend.
added 16 Oct 2009 11:19
Comment by path
to tessa: LOL!!!!!!! glad I got youre eyre up. So could you please in your oh so intelligent and educated way tell us why Arnel simply is not better than Perry?
added 16 Oct 2009 8:24
Comment by tessa
to path, word of advice you need to learn more about full voice ,falsetto and Arnel's voice range before you post again. You simply sound ridiculous to people who know music !
added 15 Oct 2009 18:01
Comment by swed
wa man ko kadungog aning journey kon wa ni ma membro si arnel pineda
added 10 Oct 2009 0:25
Comment by path
Perry vs Arnel:
Wikipedia says "Perry's vocal classification is tenor altino, a term used to describe a man who sings in the highest possible male register (above tenor and including what would, if sung by a woman, be called alto or mezzo), using a natural or "full" voice and employing falsetto only in his extreme upper register."
again: "employing falsetto only in his extreme upper register.
Arnel is always singing in falsetto.
He usually cant change his pitch because he is always singing at the peak of his range, he sounds very flat and maxxed out all the time (which is why he seems to tire as has been noted). He has to slowly change pitch because he is in falsetto all the time.
by the end of a song from him I have a headache. Not that I am knocking the guy, he's just singing at above his max all the time trying to sound like Perry.
I'm glad Journey gets to feed themselves for awhile longer but those of you who cant tell the difference--cant hear!--and probably listen to you music at less than 100kbs on your phone and think your rocking out? You're musically retarded! You buy large looking usb speakers for your laptop ignorant to the fact that large speakers need a large amount of power to play loud (ie: an amp).
I got your back Steve, not to be mean but he's nowhere near as good and anyone who cant hear that is just dumber than a box of rocks!
added 06 Oct 2009 8:26
Comment by Paul
Steve Perry WAS Journey.
added 10 Sep 2009 5:29
Comment by CUTLETS29
This is to Blough Mee, I am proud to be an american and remember Journey is and always be an american band! Your country so great? I just want to thankyou for the lamp, my dishes,and my journeys cd;s you made me while you were working in the sweat shop for 18 hours a day! Keep your commie country with your commie dictator. Freedom is a good thing !!!
added 10 Sep 2009 0:54
Comment by cutlets29
There will never,ever be a better singer or frontman for journey then Steve Perry. Thats a fact! The man not only sings with his voice, but his whole body is filled with such emotion that he puts me in a trance. If you ever watched the video When You Love A woman with Steve Perry and journey then you know what I am talking about. His hands alone have so much emotion in them when he sings, and that with his powerfull vocals says it all. The man is brillant,soulfull, and filled with so much passion. The high notes he reaches when he sings Mother-Father is mind blowing and thats something Arnel cant touch or does he try. Caine and deen have to sing the song. When Perry was with Journey the chemistry between him and Neal was so strong and the band was so insync with eachother this is what the band lacks so much now. Sure he sings good and they play the songs good but the chemistry and the magic is gone, its like a bunch of robots up there programed to performed. When Arnel helps write hit songs and sells 80million albums then I might say hes ok!!! We miss and will always love you Steve!!! Oh and for the record they needed a perry sound=a=like or the band would have failed completely!!!
added 10 Sep 2009 0:36
Comment by Kaj
Mike, you didnt read my post that well. I was referring to Chinese pirate cds. Not a word about Arnel Pineda. No wonder there are misunderstandings in the world with folks like you around!
added 31 Aug 2009 11:50
Comment by Mike
To Kaj:
I'm going to assume that you were trying to make a paralel between Arnels nationality and the quality of his apperently Chineese nationality's Music to state a very poor insult.
First off, Arnel Pineda is from the Phillipines. Know your Facts before you try to be a smart ass. Secondly, The Swedish music industry is the biggest joke since MTV started, to be blunt. So i don't see how you beeing from Sweden has anything to do with you wanting your music to sound good, i mean, you are the ones that released some of the biggest plagues (Basshunter, Dr Alban, Gunther, Mans Zelmelov, Sonja Alden, all of the thousands of bad Euro Pop bands that hasn't evolved since the 90s)
So, to summ it up:
If you don't have any foundation to your oppinions, then don't post them.
Have a nice day Sir. Hope to (not) hear from you soon.
/mikey
added 30 Aug 2009 13:16
Comment by Kaj
The difference between Chinese pirate cds and movies and the official releases is the quality.
I guess Chinese people are satisfied with poor quality if they only buy bootlegs but I am from Sweden and I want my music to sound good.
added 08 Aug 2009 14:17
Comment by Blough Mee (China)
First of all, Arnel is not China - he not from my country China - he from Phillipines . China will rule world again as we did Century ago - stupid western capitalist pigs, we will EAT YOU FOR BREAKFAST.
NOW That out of way - Little new Journey Man Arnel is good good sing. Very good sing, plus He jump like monkey and is funny. He cute, like little pet lizard or Kuomo Dragon. We Like in China. Journey now Rock again, we sell many bootlegged tape and CD and YOU NOT KNOW DIFFERENCE HA HA STUPID CAPITALIST PIGS - WE MAKE ALL MONEY AND YOU LOSE.
Don't F with us Western World - China will RULE YOU. WE OWN YOU.
added 08 Aug 2009 7:10
Comment by memyselfandi
Pineda perfectly hit it every note? Oh, come on now -- that is a bit of a stretch by any stretch of the imagination! Look, I tried to be objective, but my ears were more discerning than my objectivity. Pineda absolutely cannot sing like Perry.
If you have an original Journey CD and the new Pseudo-Journey CD, all the better. If not, open two tabs from youtube. They post CD's there all the time, so search for Infinity, Escape, or Frontiers audio tracks -- you'll see the album covers come up. Pick a song like Wheel in the Sky, Open Arms, Don't Stop Believing, Faithfully, whatever you want. In the other tab search for the Revelation CD and pick the same song. Alternate between tabs and really listen closely.
Pineda cannot carry the Perfect Perry Pitch without handles (or Neal's guitar picking up his slack, or the audience singing for him when they play live), and it seems like a crow bar is required to pry the strained note it out of him.
added 07 Aug 2009 14:10
Comment by crypsis
...a gay lover? hahaha. not true. but youtube 'arnel pineda zoo search is over', he respects gays.
added 01 Jul 2009 6:10
Comment by dennissanluisgay&proud
I'm so jealous , no , I do not want to hear him having a boyfriend in Hong Kong ,arnel needs pampering and I am able to provide that for him , he is very popular in the gay community . So Arnel if ever some woman break your heart , I'm here waiting for you .
added 15 Jun 2009 0:40
Comment by GUZZI
I heard Pineda has a Chinese boyfriend in Hongkong?
Whoaaaaaaaaa, Journey knows about this?
Time to investigate.
added 03 Jun 2009 18:58
Comment by dennissanluisgay&proud
ARNEL is so cute and small , I like him a lot , he is very talented and energenitic , gay men like him too . yep i like his style .
added 31 May 2009 0:37
Comment by Kaj
Hey Pav, youre 30 years too late! :-)
added 26 May 2009 6:06
Comment by PAV
I am very picky about what songs I listen to or what music CD's I buy, and I don't buy much at all.
I go to a gym every day for exercize and I appreciate a lot of the music and artists that I get to hear over their sound system every time I am there. Some of my favorites are, CCR, The Eagles, Pink Floyd, Stevie Wonder, etc..
In the last month they have been playing the song by Journey, "When the Lights Go Down in the City," sung by Arnel Pineda.
I had no idea at the time who the singer was or what his name was, or for that matter, what the name of the band was either. At first, I thought he was an African American recording artist with a very unusual but very moving and talented voice. When I first heard it, I was moved by it. Then, each time I heard it after that, I kept falling in love with it more and more to the point that I finally had to find out who the singer was. So I went to the internet and typed the words, "When the Ligths go Down in the City," and I was very surprized but also very happy to see that the awesome voice belonged to a short asian fellow.
I place Arnel Pineda's talent in the level of Stevie Wonder. I am sure that Pineda will take the band, "Journey" to levels of popularity that Stevie Wonder took his singing career to.
So I say, let talent in a person speak for itself and quit trying to make someone from the past like, Steve Perry, and compare him to Arnel Pineda as being better than Arnel etc. Steve Perry apparently met the need for, "Journey," during the time he performed with it and for it. But I never even came to know of him or that band until now with their new lead singer, Arnel, and, let me tell you, Arnel is dynamic and electrifying and moving.
I will try to be fair and look for some "Journey" songs from the past with Steve Perry singing and I will make a final judgement for myself as to whether he was actually better than Arnel. But even if I do come to the conclusion that, Steve, was better, Arnel is the man now for "Journey."
May God continue to bless you, Arnel, in your music career with "Journey."
added 26 May 2009 5:37
Comment by jb220
Guzzi, shut your gook trap boy, seems like your refugee parents didn't teach you good manners, what has vietnam contributed to the world, especially to America? boat people, refugees, and pho is that it? Don't be mad son last time I checked flips are known throughout the world especially in the music and entertainment industry.
Mr. E-thug do you want fish sauce with that, because you been served.
added 25 May 2009 5:19
Comment by The Journey Is Over
Perry´s For the love of strange medicine sold more than Journeys Arrival and Generations. Only Revelation sold more than Perry´s solo album from 94.
And the latest Journey 2 disc set contains one cd of old Perry-related material, thats why it sold so much!
added 15 May 2009 9:18
Comment by Guzzi
What's wrong with you Flips?
You have one fraud Pineda and you keep telling the whole world
"I'm proud of Pineda, I'm a Filipino and "fraud" (sorry wrong spelling) proud to be a Flips. Why is that?
Dang, do you have anything else in this world to contribute? I guess nothing huh?
Watch out Vietnam will just overtake you.
Who else there in Asia at the buttom of totem pole?
added 14 May 2009 18:53
Comment by Reality Check
Gee this is such a long discussion. It only means Arnel Pineda is worth talking about. I have checked amazon.com and the only thing new about Steve Perry is a compilation album of his old hits outside Journey. And only 2 songs there became popular. Steve Perry without Journey is much like any singer that's not connected to them anymore. Steve Perry had a wonderful voice but he wasted it by leaving Journey. His popularity went to his head. What is important is that people are watching them now and they are earning through ticket sales. And Arnel Pineda is helping them with that. And all other members are happy. Haters are so LOOSERS, because they aren't happy. Why don't you make your own club?
added 13 May 2009 10:40
Comment by The journey is over
Where is Sharon when you need her? She forced Black Sabbath with Dio to change their name to Heaven and Hell when Ozzy isnt in the line up.
Since day one when Journey used tapes for Augeri´s lost voice, I lost faith in this band.
How long before Pineda is replaced because he cannot deliver?
The magic is gone, now they just wanna make money.
Journey ruled 1974-1996
added 30 Apr 2009 9:48
Comment by Wilson, Wilson
Journey is reborn! I am loving every minute of it. Journey has had FIVE FRONTMENT so why are going change the name of the band now. KEEP IT JOURNEY!
ABSURD to change it now because of Perry fanatic fans/ Pineda's haters wanted to change it. ABSURD!
added 28 Apr 2009 14:34
Comment by The Journey Is Over
It isnt the same without Perry and Smith, they should change their name to Arrival or Red 13
added 22 Apr 2009 13:18
Comment by Wilson, Commander
Pineda Pineda Pineda! you are making controversial headline man since the day you joined Journey. I guess, in times like this the best part of journey fans. Everyone is so hoaxed about you!
Well done! the jboys are/were back in the road again since 2007. I will rock and see you at UK Download Festival 12-14 2009 and also Spain in the 19th of June.
Haste ye back!
added 21 Apr 2009 17:07
Comment by STEPHEN PERRIRA
FIRST OF ALL I LIKE JOURNEY A LOT. THE MUSIC IS GREAT. BUT THIS PEOPLE STILL COMPARING THE OLD FART AND THE NEW FART. WHY? STEVE =JOURNEY BUT JOURNEY RUNS FIVE PEOPLE BECOME A JOURNEY BAND. STEVE PERRY DOESN'T OWN JOURNEY NEIL IS. HE QUIT BECAUSE HE FIRED TWO MEMBERS OF THE BAND. ROSS VALORY AND STEVE SMITH . THATS THE START OF STEVE PERRYS EGO
IS NOT HIS HIP IS BAD JUST ALIBY OR OTHER REASONS. HE JUST FEED UP WITH BULLSHITS THATS WHY HE QUIT. THE HISTORY BEGIN PEOPLE ARGUING BETWEEN SP AND AP .STOP COMPARING IS NOT BE BETTER FOR SP THERE IS NO WINNING. JOURNEY WILL MOVE ON SPECIALLY THEY HAVE PLATINUM ALREADY AND THIS YEAR 2009 SOLD OUT CONCERTS. COMMON IS TIME TO UNITE ALL OLD AND NEW FANS. PEACE
added 15 Apr 2009 3:58
Comment by ediatmelb
If everyone just enjoy Journey music, then do so. Those who only like Steve Perry, just buy the records and videos and enjoy. Let others the current Journey band with Arnel . Remember that Steve and the band are NO LONGER together. Arnel had been chosen to sing their songs...so let it be...No comparisons are needed. What has been, has been and what is now, IS!!! I love the songs sang by Arnel...really more emotion in it, not so smooth......WOWWWW!
added 07 Apr 2009 11:33
Comment by 4everjrny
Geez..if making it to the super bowl parking lot(btw)nice venue..lol.. is were Neal was headed than kudos to them,But in my opinion that seems to be a step down from what the real journey with Steve is used to. Steve would never agree to such a side show parking lot event,He is too good for that!btw..it really was a bad show,not saying Arnel dosn't have good shows but I cringed when I heard that performance.
added 30 Mar 2009 23:49
Comment by HUMBLE MAN
LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT PHILIPPINES IF YOU ARE THE SINGER AND SING ONLY FRANK SINATRA I WILL THROW YOU A BEER IN YOUR HEAD YOU KNOW WHY I WILL NOT APPRECIATE ONE SINGLE SONGS THAT YOU SING. THATS WHY SINGER IN THE PHILIPPINES SINGS MORE CLOSE TO ORIGINAL SONGS NOT IMITATION SO PEOPLE WILL APPRECIATE YOU MORE THATS WHY ARNEL PINEDA IS VERSATELL SINGER AND HIS TALENTED SINGER. COMPARE SOME OTHER SINGER LIKE STEVE PERRY HE ONLY SING JOURNEY WE CALL IT STEVE IS STEVE ARNEL IS AEROSMITH,STYK,STING,BEATLE,AIR SUPPLY,JOHN FARHAM,HEART,LED ZEPPELLIN ETC,,,,,, IF YOU GUYS CAN SING ALL OF THEM I WILL SALUTE YOU. IF NOT STAY THERE DON'T GO AWAY.
added 28 Mar 2009 1:26
Comment by Canadian38
Ah.............all these comment so little time. First I bought the new cd and I have the old ones too. So.......Nothing too do with filipinos, asians...OK?. But From what I hear Steve Perr Did HIT those HIGH HIGH NOTES..... LIKE it or not. Arnel Was a big FAn and enjoyed those Song. He groomed him self to sound that way and did very well and grew from that....northing wrong with that..Good For YOU Arnel P.. My problem is saying hes better then Steve P...., Lets face it, Puch come to shove I haven't heard Anel HIT that HIGH HIGH note that Steve P. did.........On none of the SONGS.............He bottoms out/Flat lines.......Steve P. Still goes higher and retains the Quality.....OH..a not Meat loaf when he was younger didn't need to bend over so far to sing either...He does more now and that could be Part of the show. Steve P. Pulls his head back it could be part of the show or maybe he does that for an effect....LOW and Behold Anel P. does too. that settles that and Check mate. Nothing wrong with the new lead singer Arnel P.. Beside Filipino women are Adorable..... Make LOVE not WAr........ ahhhh.. You get them Pregnent take the HOMe.....POPULATION in the philippine IS STAGGERING...................lolo
added 26 Feb 2009 8:54
Comment by WhiteasyouGuzzi
I am white as you Guzzi...and you should go to school and be schooled!
You have a problem! May God work on your soul! If He doesn't, you are going straight to hell!!! But I am not judging, just an opinion.
added 22 Feb 2009 4:13
Comment by fred
hello
added 21 Feb 2009 3:48
Comment by Rey
I been a fan of Journey since late 70's....
This is what I would say to Arnel Pineda.....from the quote of the movie, "Finding Nemo".
Crush: Oh, I saw the whole thing, dude! First, you were like, whoa! And then we were like, WHOA! And then you were like, whoa.
Marlin: What are you talking about?
Crush: You, Mini-Man! Takin' on the jellies. You got serious thrill issues, dude.
For you haters.....
Hey, no hurling on the shell, dude, okay? Just waxed it.
added 18 Feb 2009 20:12
Comment by leng823
Well, if there was anybody out there in the US whom Neal Schon found to be qualified to be Journey's new lead singer, he would not have resorted to youtube in looking for their new front man...now those who are trying to say bad things about Arnel Pineda and the new Journey, please go to Journey office, present yourself to Neal Schon, and let's see if he's even going to give a minute of his time...having a platinum album, getting the No. 1 spot on the billboard charts and making it to Superbowl, aren't those enough proofs that Journey is back on track?
Wake up people!
More power to Journey!
added 16 Feb 2009 13:58
Comment by sperreira
I saw the Superbowl performance and was not in least impressed by this new incarnation of Journey. My ears literally hurt and actually bled a little after trying to listen to this chinese man sing. He tried so hard his voice was cracking! I also don't understand why he needs to jump around like a MONKEY!?!? Bring back the the TRUE VOICE and stop putting these yahoo's in his place. Journey has turned into a faint facsimle of its former self. Sad how things turn out but I have to say this is by far the worst guy of the bunch.
added 12 Feb 2009 4:45
Comment by Journeybabe
Welcome back Journey! We welcome Pres Obama and Arnel Pineda with open arms........
added 03 Feb 2009 21:40
Comment by Ivan Pastoriza
Guzzi:
I can tell that you are a racist and ignorant person by the way you express yourself all over the net. Well, I guess it'll be hard for you to accept changes, adapt and overcome. Well I can tell that America is becoming more mature with the passing time and if we get luckier, people with ignorant and old fashioned ideas like yourself will disappear from the face of the heart soon. People like you must be burning from the inside since this country is lead right now by an Afroamerican and Journey has a Filipino and very talented singer. It'll be better if ignorant people like yourself will gather together to a distant island and stay there for good! Just go with your ''Banjo and Billy Bob'' attitude somewhere else and stop judging people the way you do. You probably speak one language only; ''Bad English'', while the people you're judging are able to speak multiple or at least two languages! So who's the ignorant now? Arnel Pineda is a very respectful and humble person, he has done nothing to you in order for you to be talking about him the way you do! It is a shame to see people like you around, everytime I encounter one of your kind, I have to run to the pharmacy for a shot of Alka Seltzer Plus, otherwise, I would be vomiting fire like a ''Bad Bat Out Of Hell''.
Get a Life Dude!
''CIAO From Ivan Pastoriza The Italian American Stallion.''
added 03 Feb 2009 1:42
Comment by jfan
Posted at Journey Forum who had never heard Arnel sing and when he heard Arnel at the Superbowl 2009...
Back in the 80s and 90s I was a big Journey fan. Once Steve Perry left, I became disinterested. I was just working on my PC but had the NBC pregame on and did not hear them introduce Journey and wasnt watching the TV. One stanza into Dont Stop Believing. I said, Oh My God, Steve Perry is back only to see this new singer who sounds exactly like Steve blow me and my family away. WOW. When is Journey coming to town, this guy is incredible. I cannot believe what I just saw. Amazing! Our family is still talking about it an hour later.
added 02 Feb 2009 1:41
Comment by Kaj
I wonder what is the most depressing, comparing Steve Perry to Bush that the lost person before me did.....oh my!
added 26 Jan 2009 20:50
Comment by 2late
Guzz...Accept you idiot. Journey found AP and they vote for him to be thier Vocalist. Acccept it or not. Like Obama replacing your Bush. We are now in the future not past. It is better for you and all SP fan to live in an island and bring your SP collection. I think you are so depress person. It is OK. You are a fan of SP since the 80's. Person like you cannot be blame because you now on the menopause period and it is normal to have this kind of attitude. You need help!!!!
added 26 Jan 2009 11:31
Comment by JOJOB
ALL I CAN SAY JOURNEY ROCK'S RIGHT NOW. MUSIC ARE BELONG TO EVERYONE IN EVERY HUMAN BEING IN THIS WORLD. THERE IS NO COLORED IN MUSIC,LOOKS. JUST RESPECT EVERYONE AND ENJOY IT WHILE IT LAST. THANKS AGAIN TO NEIL SCHON,JONATHANCAIN, DEEN CASTRONOVO,ROSS VALORY AND ARNEL PINEDA. THANKS//////////
added 24 Jan 2009 3:33
Comment by JACKOOL
GUZZI AND SUSAN SONG --YOU FULL OF SHIT FUCK YOU RACIST. SP HIS 60 YRS OLD CANNOT SING ANYMORE, HE CANNOT JUMP HE BREAK HIS HIPS.SHUT THE FUCK UP.
added 23 Jan 2009 5:55
Comment by guzzijackass
GUZZI: Other people said;NO ONE! and I do mean NO ONE! Will ever be able to match or replace Steve Perry. IDIOT!!!!! sleep with him He just replaced by Arnel Pineda. You guy's wake up.STEVE PERRY is no longer belong to JOURNEY anymore. Stupid.... bra ha ha...
added 21 Jan 2009 22:04
Comment by JOJOB
ARNEL ignore all haters.All Asians in the Worlds knows that your the best of us. You are my IDOL. With the big smile and big hearts we salute you. Just look and concentrate with your kids love and support. You know we all behind you. Keep ROCKIN'. Thanks to NEIL SCHON,JONATHAN CAIN,ROSS VALORY AND DEEN CASTRONOVO you guys ROCKS. JOURNEY's best music that contribute for all of us.
THANKS/////////////
added 21 Jan 2009 2:32
Comment by KAJJASSHOLE
TO KAJJ,
YOU JUST JEALOUS ASSHOLE NOTHING GOOD TO SAY.IF I WERE YOU JUST JUMP TO THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE WITH YOU DIE HARD PERRY FANS. STEVE PERRY WILL NEVER COME BACK TO THIS BAND ANYMORE. He GOT HIS MILLIONS. SO YOU GO BACK TO WORK LIKE ANYBODY ELSE. FUCK YOU..
added 21 Jan 2009 2:18
Comment by AlbinoCrap
Guzzi's arrogance is a typical example of White-American arrogance and ignorance on things. I bet you, Jon Ross don't know where America is on the map, as he classified Filipinos as Chinese.
Open your eyes White People, you are now called Diminishing Race because of your AROGANCE and IGNORANCE. Accept the fact that there are people in the world that have better skills, talents and intelligence than you are. Accept the fact that the reason why America's economy is in tank is because of your AROGANCE. Accept the fact the ASIANS feed your economy now. And accept the fact that the greatest Steve Perry turned his back to his beloved fans!
added 15 Jan 2009 7:37
Comment by Spitfire
Hey, Guzzi . . . were you able to speak to SP? Told him I'm applying as tormentor of AP/Journey's fanatics? A five-figure deal will be fine. Bwahhahah! That's the kind of job that I love most.
added 15 Jan 2009 1:56
Comment by Guzzi
Now check this out!
http://russmiller.com/v5/
Steve Perry is back! Arnel Fraud Pineda should stay out of
Steve's creations. He should'nt be singing any Steve's originals.
Perry was mad, he thinks Pineda was hi-jacking his legacy songs, using it in a karaoke mode.
added 14 Jan 2009 19:58
Comment by Spitfire
Guzzi . . . just how much did SP pay you to stir the pot? You're all over the net, buddy. Can you recommend me to him? I can do this also . . . if the price is right. LOL.
I'm dead serious!
added 14 Jan 2009 12:50
Comment by Guzzi
What da zhyte u r talking we r all created equal? Who said you are equal to me? Dork!
Look at your intestine....i don't eat the garbage u eat.
Pineda is a waste of time....it's fake! Its not all about West & East. If you deliver the real thing....then we r ok, if fake like Pineda then it's like chinatown gucci bag.
added 13 Jan 2009 22:05
Comment by ASIAN_PINOY
Why SOME not all western people are so pissed off when some EASTERN become popular?. I wanna tell you that this world is not only for you to dominate God created all people equally ever try to disect a human from different places... we all have the same parts and we all have intestines the only difference is our skin because of difference in climate. Arnel already humbly admits no one can replace perry. So stop saying stupid things about hime... YOU're JUST JEALOUS because you are nothing only your neighbors knows you while arnel is known to the world.
added 08 Jan 2009 7:31
Comment by Guzzi
Guzzi is back!
Ok---what's going on with PINEDA? Only fans are Flips right?
No one else. Darn what a shame, that's the problem when you fraud the voice of Perry. Found out all Flips are fraud and imitating everyone in the States.
Hey by the way, stop eating Chihuahua will you?
Worse enough the Chinese feeding us Melamine.
added 30 Dec 2008 18:17
Comment by PINOY FROM QUITMAN,AR
I BOUGHT NEW REVELATION CD AND DVD. IT'S SOUND SO GOOD AND I BELIEVE ARNEL IS REAL DEAL. GO ARNEL . WE SUPPORT YOU AND ALL JOURNEYS BAND 10,000%.. MABUHAY PINOY...
added 15 Dec 2008 6:52
Comment by Are U Kidding
NO ONE! and I do mean NO ONE! Will ever be able to match or replace Steve Perry, and the band will never be able match the fame they once had when they had Steve as thier lead vocalist.
added 15 Dec 2008 6:31
Comment by real_gucci
hey guzz... you are useless turd and by the way arnel has shitload of money and lots of women. what about you, did you get any piece of ass lately?
jon ass.. you f***ing ignorant, you think all asians are chinese, hahaha. you know what, dont listen to AP. go out and buy SP cds and help american economy.
FYI Japan and China owned America now. Thanks to Japanese and Chinese Trillions, you would have been unemployed now.
added 29 Nov 2008 6:19
Comment by kris
Hey Guzzi,(whoever you are or it) before making statement about Filipinos have no talents, better watch the clips on Ellen, Oprah, David Foster shows, and see if Filipinos have no talent, you shit, ignorant, bigot, son of a bitch!
added 25 Nov 2008 20:18
Comment by kris
Hey Guzzi, you bastard! What do you know about music? You're just jealous because you can't sing like Arnel Pineda.
added 25 Nov 2008 20:08
Comment by rockshab
hey guzzi!!!.....fuck you man!
added 18 Nov 2008 18:45
Comment by ricks
To all diehard SP fan who cant accept the new one. MOVE ON! The best during his time is gone. Embrace the new guy for he is the best at this time. AP rocks!
added 18 Nov 2008 0:58
Comment by Guzzi
Pineda is no good. I barely hear his song. If I can remember, I only heard his song one time "after all these years". Since then, nada....no station dare to play his record.
Imitator will not last. You got to be a creator. Poor chink Filipinos.
They are all fraud & fake like gucci bag.
added 14 Nov 2008 19:53
Comment by Cfbg
To Jon Ross - Please get your facts right before making a comment. Arnel Pineda is not Chinese. He's FILIPINO and Journey hired Arnel because of his talent and charisma.
added 13 Nov 2008 17:04
Comment by Jon Ross
I've been a big Journey fan since the early 80's. Like many I lost interest when Steve Perry left the band. As far as I'm concerned they have never been the same. I just recently started listening to them again due to the hype this new singer has generated. I will admit this Chinese guy not bad at all however like all things from China, he's just a cheap imitation of the real thing. I understand Neil wants to get the most for his dollar so I totally see why he went to Asia to recrcuit the next singer. Had it been a White man, Neil and gang would have had to shell out big bucks and would have cut into their bottom line. His decision makes the most economic sense. I mean why pay a few million when you can get away with paying 40 or 50 grand? The CD is sold exclusively by Walmart .. well known for having 99% of it's merchandise manufactured in China.
added 09 Nov 2008 22:06
Comment by aRNEL piNEDA hATER
i have so many reasons why i hate ARNEL Pineda..i have too buy so many tisuues to wipe out my tears everytime i hear his music.
i dont have anyomre time to pee becoz im addicteed listenning to his performance on youtube..it makes my urethra i think to explode..it hurts..
it makes me groogy everyday coz i ve beeb sleeping late a tnight from wathcing his youtube vids..
his jump made me jump too that made my arm broken when i fell down the basement..
i hate him coz..the journey fans are beginning to forget SP..
ARNEL is better singer than SP..TRUE.
added 01 Nov 2008 8:17
Comment by AGP
markmywords, i just gotta to say AMEN to that. Well said... Thumbs up!!!
added 05 Oct 2008 21:25
Comment by markmywords!!!
TO PERRYASTIC AND ALL DIEHARD SP FANS (cum Arnel haters) for your info, SP was NOT an ORIGINAL Journey band member. He was hired too by Neil Schon &other founding members. Then he was the one that left them hanging,not the other way round,so SP´s fans have absolutely no right to expect the other band members to hang up their gloves when they still have a lot to give. Arnel has no fault here, he was simply hired and is doing his job very well (maybe too well w/c is whAT scares you) You did not whine when Steve A and Sotto took over. Actually it really all boils down to RACISM. Well, you, racists, live a country that was built by immigrants, and immigration continues, & you will have to accept the fact that sooner than you think natural evolution will give it back to the same descendants of those natives you murdered and ransacked.
added 05 Oct 2008 1:21
Comment by Kaj
Yeah you know what Boombox, they should replace the whole band with younger and more vital musicians so the band can continue for like 20 more years. The fans only care about the songs, not the magic.
Kiss is thinking about it, why not Journey too.
Geez
added 27 Sep 2008 18:18
Comment by Boombox
Hello Perry HOLD OUTS! Can't stand the success of the new Journey? Envious of the Sold out concerts? The massive fan interest and renewed adulation for the new singer? Oh don't you just hate cringing in futile desperation. Don't worry Perry I heard is coming out with a new album. Problem is I heard this rumor for the past 10 years now. Oh please don't get me wrong here. I'm a huge Perry fan myself. Oh yeah I went through the whole denial process. But in the end, I am now "ENLIGHTENED" by getting rid of foolish pride bordering on racism and embrace multiculturalism. I know some of you are not equipped to be converts. It only took a concert experience to get on board with Arnel. He's not perfect like my Perry was in the old days but man those were the old days. I want to feel young and the band with Pineda was able to do that to me. Almost like a religious experience. So F_CK this talk about OLD and MAN MEAT etc etc. If you can't get over it go F_CK a wall!!
added 23 Sep 2008 18:36
Comment by JS_Soto_rocks
Hey RRG STAR you queer, you are right Steve Perry does not eat dog meat, but he eats MAN MEAT instead, you probably wish perry will eat your man meat in your pants right.
added 15 Sep 2008 6:31
Comment by EfffYouRacists
racists will remain low life fans. shame!!!
added 06 Sep 2008 6:14
Comment by TheMiddlefinger
Why do you bash arnel for doing the job he was hired to do besides arnel is the present journey employee while sp was the past employee so what's your problem comprehending a simple fact like this. people are judgemental of arnel because they are either 1) jealous, 2) born with bad attitudes and 3) no good education from their parents and these kind of people need punishment to shut up.
added 06 Sep 2008 5:52
Comment by Kaj
AGP! if you want us to respect your opinions, learn how to spell Neal Schon´s first name ok. You know he´s the guitarist in Journey right :-)
added 04 Sep 2008 20:19
Comment by CODE50
To all those who can only accept Journey with Steve Perry, this is a free country. You don't have to listen to the new Journey with Arnel. You don't have to buy their new album(s), go to their concerts and listen to their new songs. The founders of Journey found and chose Arnel to be the new voice of the band. Take it or leave it! There are more pressing issues in this country and in the world. Let's show a little respect for each other. PEACE!
added 29 Aug 2008 17:29
Comment by AGP
TIMMznutz, Arnel will only go back to The Zoo if Neil Schon will tell him so. Incase you forgot it was Neil who discovered Arnel and invited him over. Maybe that time will come that Neil would say "Go back to the Zoo Arnel!" I don't think Neil Schon would let go of Arnel before he could "get his fill", and i don't think Arnel would just take off and leave the band empty handed either. They need each other right now. By the time Arnel goes back to The Zoo he's already a millionaire and he's not gonna worry wether he has a material or not. Of course, his passion of singigng is always there but i don't think he will still be singing in a "smokey room".
added 28 Aug 2008 0:52
Comment by AGP
RRG STAR... tsk tsk tsk...... you're brain is smaller than you think otherwise you won't say something like that. I don't know where you get that kind of information but as long as you don't have any proof at all, you should not write something like that 'cause you sound stupid, ridiculous and illiterate.
added 28 Aug 2008 0:13
Comment by TIMMznutz
Enough bickering from both sides you guys! Sorry to all you fans or haters, but everyone just face reality and come to an agreement----Journey doesn't matter anymore!They old!.... so why should they even render any remote need for such a passionate argument. Can you say washed up band? They were good in the 80's. Like any generation of music, move over, let it die, so others can do their thing. Go back to the Zoo Arnel! (at least you may have a chance of being successful doing your own material---if you have your own material)
added 26 Aug 2008 17:39
Comment by RRG STAR
ATLEAST STEVE PERRY DOESNT EAT DOG MEAT CUISINE :)
added 26 Aug 2008 0:13
Comment by AGP
Yeah.. if you really listen closely sam cooke and steve perry have the same singing style. Hmmmmmm.... i thought steve perry had originality. tsk tsk tsk... shame, shame, shame. As a matter of fact, i thought it was steve perry who sang sam cooke's "wonderful world" cause like i said they have the same singing style. But i must say... sam cooke was the dude and steve perry was just a fraud. Have a nice day to all Arnel Pineda's fans.. ROCK N ROOOOOLLLLLL...
added 25 Aug 2008 12:04
Comment by EfffYouRacists
jimjim248
Arnel covering the classics had put perry back on Journey's payroll and is happy about it so stop bashing Arnel and Journey not unless his daft fans like you are willing to pay him to sit his butt off while recuperating from a hip injury that never happened.
added 18 Aug 2008 14:49
Comment by JIMJIM248
KEREOKE KEREOKE KEREOKE!! THAT'S ALL I CAN SAY. PINEDA IS TALENTED, BUT "DO YOUR OWN STUFF POSER!" kereoke on a big stage!!
added 12 Aug 2008 18:34
Comment by journey-joe
you fools!!! again, there is only one original. Arnel may have talent, but pls be original. if he's so talented, then why doesnt he write his own songs and see if they become hits?? Why doesn't he make it big with his own band, surround himself with his own talented folks. He lucked into a position, a gig that's been done before. Do something that is your own and quit robbing trails that have already been blazed.Until then, he'll always be a slave to the Journey schtick!!
added 11 Aug 2008 18:57
Comment by cls
to all doubters(are you guys still there? or already converted believers of ap) why just enjoy this excitement !!!,it will all make us younger,have the courage to see him perform and hear and feel,see what you have missed not seen on the other frontman,yes incuding you know who.arnel you are amazing!!this the first time i feel faint with joy(swoon).
added 10 Aug 2008 5:46
Comment by tellitlikeitis
pineda will always be steve perry's shadow's bitch. there's always only one original. journey's nothing but a cover band. that's the fact. please learn when to hang it up journey, you're irrelevant to rock music today. your time has gone.
added 08 Aug 2008 18:06
Comment by Perryastic
one is the original, the other one a copy. one is the creator, the other one is the copycat. one is the leader, the other one is the follower.
there´s only one elvis, there´s only one perry but there will be several pinedas.
added 06 Aug 2008 12:11
Comment by marivic
Let's All grow up and just enjoy Journey's music. Their music touched a lot of many people from all walks of life. Journey thank you and more power.
added 31 Jul 2008 21:35
Comment by jim
Arnel Pineda clone of Steve Perry?
ummmmmmmmm...NO
Pineda's voice has more ring quality than Perry specially as the notes get higher and higher. Perry voice shifts to head notes on higher notes while Pineda's voice retains it's quality and keeps coming forwards. AND THAT IS WHY JOURNEY IS BACK BIG TIME!!
added 29 Jul 2008 22:30
Comment by erniebalajadia
Without racist and descrimination, ARNEL PINEDA was the greatest singer of all time. In this generation he is the best of them all. Listen to his music with the band JOURNEY, when he sing a songs, he will heat your heart and don't stop beleivin'!
added 12 Jul 2008 14:38
Comment by erniebalajadia
Without racist and descrimination, ARNEL PINEDA of the band reborn JOURNEY the vocalist with his "angelic voice", he is the greatest singer of all time through out this world in now generation. Listen carefully to his music, every song he sings, he will heat your heart, how lovely his voice, like an angel voice, really its' incredible, that whats' ELLEN DeGENERES says' to ARNEL!And thats' the reality! And JOURNEYS' band of the decade!!!
added 12 Jul 2008 14:33
Comment by Kyle
Everybody check this out , Arnel should be on a band like Alice in Chains , Creed or maybe Slayer , bet you his voice can also fit like a gloves with these bands . Anyway he made it , there's a lot of haters out there specially where he came from , Singers who wants to break the american music scene , out of the blue came A.P. who was a nobody and overshadow them all . No remorse , if you got it , you got it , right ? Enjoy yourself A.P. , just be good to yourself and watch out with all them haters . PEACE .
added 04 Jul 2008 0:51
Comment by fatcat
Kudos to Neil Schon and Journey management for hiring this dude , not only they tap the big money maker asian market , they also hired a versatile frontman . I' m tellin you all , Journey doesn't have to tour Europe or the America , all they got to do is do a couple of dates in the Philippines , that's a guaranteed forty million people showing up to their gig , then they can all retire like a fat cat . I never seen an Asian rock frontman like this dude , for a neophyte in the International rock scene his performance is like a arena class performer . Mr. Pineda , stay grounded and make that money .
added 04 Jul 2008 0:37
Comment by ED
I am a big fan of Journey and Arnel Pineda but let's not forget the Huge contribution Steve Perry gave this group, he might not be the same as his younger days but his legacy is permanently etched in Rock Music history as the Voice and the primary cog that made this group famous. Now begins another chapter in Journey's legacy with a new frontman that I think deserves to be recognized as a Frontman that can and will bring them to newer heights of success. Who cannot like this guy? Very down to earth, big heart, nice smile and Huge God given talent. As Neil has been saying, he got attracted to this guy because of his huge Range singing style, Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, Toto, Nirvana, Cheap Trick, Eagles, Air Supply, nailed them all. Now who can do all of that? I say we all stop arguing and bashing, just enjoy the new Journey and the old as well.
added 03 Jul 2008 18:35
Comment by DSLis GayTOthe bone
Classic JOURNEY had reach it's heights in the 80's with SP, that was a diffterent time and a much younger fans ( the true rockers ) . Journey is a ROCK and ROLL american band and the true to die hard fans listen to their records because its rock and roll and not because the lead singer was a Portuguese American , however this is JOURNEY in another time which will have a more mature and diverse followers ( meaning non-whites ) maybe because the singer is asian . In my opinion , Arnel Pineda will be a force to reckon with if given a chance and support , he is under the microscope at the moment and I'm sure feeling a lot of pressure . This guys has a lot of talent and was not given recognition for a long time by his own people in his own country . Lets give the guy a chance and allow JOURNEY to continue in bringing us real rock and roll .
This is for all you real rockers out there and fuck all the wannabe's and flakes .
added 03 Jul 2008 2:15
Comment by AGP
Arnel has already proved himself that he's the one. More and more old journey fans has accepted him and made him a part of their lives. Unfortunately, there are some people who just can't accept Arnel yet. They're still hoping that Steve Perry and the rest of the band will be re-united. It's like hoping Elvis Presley will suddenly appear, jump on the stage and do his thing. Well, waaaaaaaake uuuuuup and smell the coffee people. Neal Schon has spoken and you could clearly understood that Arnel was the one he was looking for, and he found him. Each and every rock artists has a unique voice. In Steve Perry's case he thought that he had a unique voice, and maybe he thought that no one could ever replaced him. But he was wrong...absolutely wrong. Now Steve Perry's fans obviously was in shocked when they heard Arnel's voice and just couldn't believe that an asian guy sings just like Steve. We all know that now of course. My point is, we should not forget that it is a big world we're livin in and there are lots of talented people out there who aren't discovered yet. Maybe Philippines is not so very popular abroad but one thing's for sure, there are lots, i mean lots of talented people there, and have what it takes to make it internationally. To those who still criticizes Arnel....well... just put an end to it. The more you throw criticism, the more the band get stronger. Sometimes critism makes you popular 'cause people are more focused on you, which for me a positive thing. When i will become an artist one day, how i wished people would criticize me so i would be a center of attraction, he he he he he... That's why some artist are very controversial 'cause obvoiusly they want to draw attention, am i right? So, to Arnel just stay humble and always put our Creator in your heart first. Keep off the stage folks 'cause Arnel is coming up.... Rock n' roll...
added 29 Jun 2008 11:43
Comment by ricky
i have never like rock/ballad songs before..im 50 now..but when i heard arnel with the journey WOW!! IM ADDICTED TO IT! what an amazing voice he has!
added 25 Jun 2008 8:30
Comment by CeceRN
JOURNEY ROCKS!!! ARNEL YOU ARE AN AMAZING SINGER! I was never a journey fan, but hearing ARNEL sing... made me one. Revelation CD/DVD Rocks!!! I can't wait to see you guys in September.
added 25 Jun 2008 2:50
Comment by donnel edejer
Arnel Pineda is a very very talented and awesome vocalist...this guy is a real deal...he has an amazing ranges of voice...HE definitely ROCK!!!thanks to the rest of journey band members and fans for believing in him and for believing himself too.God bless us all..i'm a big fan....
added 24 Jun 2008 7:26
Comment by Harmony
I must say that after watching arnel pineda and the band Journey on ellen, youtube, veoh and other music and video sites, I was totally amazed. I'm a new generation fan of journey. I went to WalMart to get a copy of their new cd revelation. I went on the racks for the rock category and guess what it's all sold out. I then asked a staff if there were any left and lucky me there was one left at the front display. I was so excited to listen to it. I even brought it to work. My co-workers were asking to borrow the cds. I then went home. My mom and dad wanted to watch the dvd that came with the album. Oh my gosh. we watched it three times. there are also several requests on radio shows by fans old and new and i mean old by 60 and up and new 15 and up. This just goes to show that Journey is reborn and a new fan base is emerging. It's amazing how many positive reviews and comments there are on numerous forums and sites on the web. The band gained so much success in such a short period of time.
As the saying goes, "do not judge the book by it's cover". arnel is not a "clone" or "wannabee" as some people put it. if you only knew what this guy went through all his life which by the way you can read about on wikipedia, cbs interview on journey. He sings the songs with so much passion,humility and god given talent. It is also amusing how the band performs with great chemistry and respect for each other. that's what music is all about. inspiringly awesome.
All my respect to ap and journey. you definitely have my support. god bless:>
added 22 Jun 2008 2:49
Comment by Kaj
Clone clone clone clone clone :.-)
added 19 Jun 2008 20:21
Comment by barn
whoever is saying that pineda is a perry-clone needs to look up the meaning of "clone" in the dictionary
added 19 Jun 2008 1:23
Comment by Kaj
The Zoo feat.Arnel Pineda is kinda crappy so I guess he´s not the best songwriter around, but he´s a great singer even if he does his best of sounding like a Perry-clone.
added 17 Jun 2008 19:56
Comment by rbsean
Laura, I absolutely agree with you. I am not a Journey fan, but because of Arnel Pineda, I am now. My day is not complete without listening to his voice. There's something in his voice that will get you mesmerize. I did listen to all past Journey's lead singer and all I can say is that, Arnel has more vocal range and has more emotions in his songs. I never know such artist who can do all those cover songs. He's simply amazing. Journey is so lucky to have Arnel as their lead singer because he is so very talented. I look forward to seeing them, hopefully. Good luck Arnel and more power to Journey. Just ignore those SP hardcore fans. You are better than him. Keep humble and take care of your voice. Good bless in your journey. I will sure get a copy of your album.
added 17 Jun 2008 17:29
Comment by Jrney4eva
Success of the Revelation album speak for it self! #3 on the Billboard Chart and climbing.
Top Rock Albums
#1 This Week
Issue Date: 2008-06-21
This Wk Last Wk Artist Name
Album Title
Imprint | Catalog No. | Distributing Label Peak Wks On
1 NEW
Disturbed
Indestructible
Peak
1 Wks On
1
Reprise | 411132 | Warner Bros.
2 NEW
Weezer
Weezer
Peak
2 Wks On
1
DGC/Interscope | 011135 | IGA
3 NEW Journey
Revelation
Peak
3 Wks On
1
Nomota | 4506 EX
added 12 Jun 2008 21:00
Comment by Michelle
Laura, I strongly agree with your statement. I like the original Journey even before I heard Arnel Pineda, but when I heard him, his vocalrange is a lot better than S. Perry. He can simply change his vocal to different kind of music he sings. And I'm pretty sure, If you could only listen to his voice from the video in youtube back in the Philippines , WOW!! he is so amazing. He is a borned artist with a wonderful voice that can be blend to any kind of pitch or melody. Two thumbs up!!!! Other artist could only have one tone but not Arnel Pineda. He can entertain you.He can sing the song Ever Since the World Began by Survivor and then sing Making Love Out of Nothing at All by Air Supply very similar to the voice of the original artist or maybe A LOT BETTER..... More power to your career Arnel... and I will buy a copy of your album!!!
added 12 Jun 2008 4:28
Comment by Laura57
Okay, first of all I have my own business that involves book editing at home and I work nights. So every night I have to take a break to get my "Journey" Arnel Pineda fix, and I almost forget to return to work. He's got me that mesmerized. I've listened to some of the older Journey songs sung by Steve Perry and I think he's simply wonderful too. However, I have to admit I think Arnel's got far more vocal range on a lot of the Journey classics that I've heard so far, than Steve Perry. There's just something about his vice that simply makes one break out in goose bumps. Not forgetting after seeing the Chilean concert, the kid is a ROCK STAR and he's got a certain kind of humble charm at the same that just draws you right in. It hard to believe some that that phemonemal voice is coming out of such a little guy...ARNEL YOU ROCK BIG TIME! You've got a God given talent and remember nothing happens by accident...I think you were definitely meant to be where you've landed! Now I'll try to get back to work...almost 04:00hrs in the morning!
added 06 Jun 2008 10:02
Comment by jazzy
Journey Rocks and reborn....it is just amazing to hear the sounds of Journey Wow....i am new fan.
added 03 Jun 2008 18:30
Comment by amanda sauceda
dont know if pineda is listening but youre awsome cant stop watching you tube bideos youre great im in love. if your ever in arkansas plan to come watch ya.
sincerly
amanda sauceda from arkansas
added 01 Jun 2008 22:48
Comment by getalife
I can't believe I am going to write this post, I might get bashed for doing this...I wanna hate schon and cain!...I wanna hate pineda!...but what's a poor guy like me to do...It's impossible not to like pineda, just impossible! the guy is tremendously talented...I never wanted to believed he was good as what schon and cain was saying, Steve perry is God for me!, but this new guy Pineda, I hate to say...really got talent! Goddammit! I don't wanna admit it...I love journey....I still wanna be part of this journey...afterall nothing is constant in this world except change...Im starting to like the new change going on in journey right now. Hell , I'm loving Pineda too!...WTF!
added 22 May 2008 6:48
Comment by Arnel Pineda on GQ
HE DIDN’T STOP BELIEVIN’
When the legendary rock band Journey needed to replace their lead singer, they turned to the Internet, where they found clips of an unknown 40-year-old singer from the Philippines. Arnel Pineda was just a small-town boy, living in a lonely world, covering Journey songs in no-name bar bands, but he had the voice—and the hair—of a natural-born rock star. Now he’s living a dream that goes on, and on, and on, and on…
arnel pineda, who turns 41 this year, has been performing in bands since he was a teenager, and by now he has mastered virtually every kick-ass lead-singer move known to rock. He can launch his compact body off the drum riser and land without twisting an ankle. He plays excellent microphone-cord air guitar. He knows when to do the reach-out-and-touch with the fans in the front row and when to turn the microphone stand upside down and lift it above his head, as if calling down the lightning. He knows how to do these things because he is a professional lead singer and a good one, which means he is a virtuoso whose instrument is his own charisma. He is also adept at the parts of the lead-singer job that involve singing.
Until recently, the only place you could see Pineda doing any of this stuff was in Manila, where he and his band, the Zoo, appeared regularly at bars and nightclubs, or on the YouTube channel of an industrious Zoo fan named Noel Gomez, who has uploaded more than sixty video clips of the band performing live, usually on stages that resemble discarded sets from early-’90s late-night talk shows. It was thanks to those videos, in which Pineda sings the songs of Deep Purple, the Goo Goo Dolls, Heart, Stryper, Styx, Toto, Aerosmith, Bob Marley, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Simple Minds, Bryan Adams, Men at Work, the Beatles, and REO Speedwagon, that he wound up here at the Planet Hollywood hotel in Las Vegas on a Saturday in early March, playing his first U.S. show as the new lead singer of the legendary ’80s rock band Journey.
It’s a little after 8 p.m., and we’ve reached the point in “Any Way You Want It” where lead guitarist Neal Schon, who cofounded Journey in 1973, plays a precise yet impassioned hairspray-torch of a solo. This is Pineda’s cue to sidle up to Schon and make your-guitar-playing-is-rocking-me-so-hard faces at him, prompting Schon to make equally ridiculous not-as-hard-as-it’s-rocking-me-my-brother faces back. It’s the kind of thing singers in arena rock bands have been doing during the guitar break since arenas were invented, and usually it’s only entertaining if you know, for example, that the guitarist and the lead singer actually hate each other. But when Pineda does it, it’s more than a gesture. He has performed this song live many times before, but he’s still getting used to performing it with the band that made it famous, so when he does the grooving-on-the-solo thing, he appears genuinely awed,1 not only by the force of Schon’s rocking but by the fact that he, Arnel Pineda, is actually being rocked by Neal Schon. When he turns to the audience—where fans have been waving the Philippine flag and their own homemade banners (arnel for president) in his general direction all night long—the look on his face is equal parts glee and disbelief.
“My life is a fairy tale,” Pineda told me earlier. “But I’m awake, and I’m dreaming it.”
*****
if you’re in a long-running classic-rock band and you find yourself without a lead singer, as Journey did last summer, you have several options, aside from retirement. The minute it’s announced that you and your frontman have parted ways, aspirants to the position will begin sending you their CDs, whether or not you have asked for them.
But if you’re Journey, at least a few of the innumerable bedroom karaoke-ists, tennis-racket axpersons, and car-dashboard drummers your music has inspired will have gone semipro, forming tribute bands that play your music in a Civil War–reenactment kind of way, which means you’ve also got a vast pool of ready-on-day-one understudies from which to draw. When Judas Priest made their first album without original lead singer Rob Halford in 1996, they drafted Tim “Ripper” Owens, an Akron office-supply salesman who sang Halford’s parts in a Priest tribute band; thanks to the 2001 film Rock Star, in which Mark Wahlberg played an Owens manqué named Chris “Izzy” Cole, this is probably the most famous example of a band calling a singer up from the farm team.
It’s a major crossroads, this frontman decision. You can bet on the future by tapping a singer who may have his own thing happening, or you can reinvest in your legacy by recruiting a singer who’s been practicing your stuff for years. But when Journey parted ways with frontman Jeff Scott Soto last summer, Neal Schon began to wonder if there was another way to go.
What you need to know here is that the lead-singer slot in Journey has always been a high-turnover position, somewhere between “Mr. Pamela Anderson” and “drummer for Spinal Tap” on the volatility scale. Soto was either the third, fourth, or fifth guy to have the job, depending on whether or not you count keyboardist Gregg Rolie (responsible for some of the vocals on the band’s first three albums) or Neal Schon (ditto) or Robert Fleischman (who sang live with the band and cowrote “Wheel in the Sky” but never appeared on a studio album). But as far as Journey’s fans are concerned, there is but one true Journey vocalist, and his name is Steve Perry. Before Perry, Journey were a chops-flaunting jazz-rock outfit whose first three albums had sold poorly; when Columbia Records threatened to drop the band, their manager, Herbie Herbert, prevailed upon them to hire Perry, who had a supple tenor, a gawky, earnest stage presence, and one of the worst haircuts in rock. Together, he and Journey began writing new songs that showcased two of these three qualities, and by the turn of the decade they’d become one of the biggest bands on earth.
Sometimes pop songs are poetry, and sometimes they’re art, and sometimes they’re poetry transformed into art and written in airbrush on acid-washed denim. During the Perry years, Journey sang about dreamers on the run, about summer nights, about the lonely road. They once rhymed “walkin’ a high wire” with “caught in a cross fire.” They made videos so singularly ill-conceived—like “Separate Ways,” which is clearly supposed to take place in the kind of gritty urban environment where one might find oneself caught in a cross fire while walking on a high wire but appears to have actually been filmed in the parking lot of an Ikea—that they now resemble Flight of the Conchords skits. Pete Townshend once said, “If you steer clear of quality, you’re all right,” but Journey played everything with an aerobic professionalism that suggested that quality was Job One. Most rock critics despised them; they were frequently lumped in with Styx and Foreigner and characterized as “faceless,” an allegation the members of Journey say they neither appreciated nor understood.
They were never cool, and they were never dangerous. Cool, dangerous bands advocated the use of drugs, or at least testified to their allure; Journey signed a then groundbreaking endorsement deal with Budweiser and once arrived at a St. Louis gig in a carriage pulled by the brewer’s iconic team of Clydesdales. Cool, dangerous bands lured their fans to the dark side using satanic iconography; Journey tempted their fans into arcades to pump quarters into Bally Midway’s Journey video game.2 Cool, dangerous bands made parents nervous; any kid who tried to rebel by cranking the soaring and saccharine sounds of Frontiers or Escape deserved to be laughed at through his or her bedroom door (and sat down by an elder sibling for a stern talking-to about the greatness of Black Sabbath).3
But for about a decade, they could basically do no wrong in the eyes of the record-buying public, who fell hard for future classic-rock radio staples like the shamelessly inspirational “Don’t Stop Believin’,” the shamelessly sentimental “Faithfully,” and the shamelessly self-explanatory “Lovin’, Touchin’, Squeezin’.” 4 Cool, dangerous bands are rarely accessible; Journey wanted to speak to as many people as possible. It didn’t matter what kind of car you drove; if you’d ever wished it were a Trans Am, Journey were singing to you. Between 1978 and 1986, every record they made went platinum.
In 1984, Perry made a solo album, Street Talk, which spawned the hit singles “Foolish Heart” and “Oh Sherrie”; Schon says its success put a strain on Perry’s relationship with the rest of the band. Perry returned to the Journey fold to make one more record, Raised on Radio, before taking an indefinite hiatus in 1987, citing vocal and emotional burnout. Journey didn’t play together again until 1995. They made a comeback album, Trial by Fire, and scheduled a reunion tour; then Perry injured his hip on a hike in Hawaii. He needed to replace the hip in order to play live, but put off getting the surgery; Schon says the band waited until they couldn’t wait anymore. The next time Journey toured, their singer was Brooklyn-born Steve Augeri. He took flak from hard-core fans for sounding too much like Steve Perry, and then he stepped aside, citing a chronic throat infection, and handed the mike to Jeff Scott Soto, who took flak for not sounding Perryish enough. A subtext was developing: Journey’s fans felt that no one other than Steve Perry was fit to sing Journey songs in the shower, let alone onstage.
In conversation, the members of Journey jokingly refer to Steve Perry as “He Who Cannot Be Named,” like the evil wizard in the Harry Potter books. Later, I ask Schon about this, after reading an interview with their former manager in which it is alleged that Journey are somehow legally enjoined from speaking on the record about Perry.
“Oh, y’know,” Schon says. “There’s no legal issue. We just try not to. I mean, I didn’t say anything inflammatory. I didn’t talk about how he still gets paid like a motherfucker even though he shouldn’t be. It’s stuff like that I’m not allowed to talk about. He sorta just bitches and moans and whines about everything. And he just assumes that every time we bring up his name, that we’re sayin’ bad things.”
*****
no one in journey was excited about auditioning new singers, and none of the tribute-band Steves they looked at seemed like the answer. “I didn’t think they had anything new to offer,” Schon says, “other than making us a nostalgia act, and I wasn’t interested in that.”
Instead, Schon says, “I sat in my house for a couple days, hoping the almighty Internet would bring some relief.”
He trawled YouTube, looking at all the live footage of male rock vocalists he could find. “You never know what you’re getting on a CD,” Schon says. “It can be all doctored in Pro Tools. You never know if somebody can sing unless you’re watching something live.” He found a few singers with potential—a couple of guys in England, doing “a Justin Timberlake–type thing.” And then he stumbled on Noel Gomez’s Zoo videos.
There are a few clips on YouTube of Pineda singing Journey songs like “Faithfully.” His Steve Perry is almost eerily flawless; he nails both Perry’s girlish quaver and the grit and pacing Perry borrowed from soul singers like Sam Cooke, and the fact that you can occasionally hear his accent makes the rest of the performance that much more uncanny. But Schon insists that what grabbed him about Pineda was his range. He slam-dunked Survivor. He tore up Toto. He made something out of “Makin’ Love out of Nothing at All,” and—spoiler alert—what he made out of it was love.
“The hair stood up on my arms,” Schon says. “I got up off the computer and told my girlfriend, ‘No way—this guy sounds too good. I don’t believe it.’ ”
He went for a motorcycle ride. Thus are important rock-star decisions made. When he got back, he watched the clips again. Then he started calling his band. “I said, ‘I found the singer,’ ” Schon says. “And they go, ‘Where is he?’ And I’m like, ‘He’s in Manila!’
“And they go, ‘Great—so you found a singer who can’t speak English.’ ”
*****
pineda’s english is actually fine.
Right now he is trying to save his voice for tomorrow’s show, so he speaks softly, which makes him seem as if he’s in a state of perpetual awe (and maybe he is).
Pineda may have the most Dickensian backstory in rock history. His mother died when he was 13; his father took Pineda’s siblings to live with relatives, and Pineda struck out on his own. He collected scrap metal, bottles, and old newspapers, usually bringing home the equivalent of thirty cents a day. Sometimes he’d sleep at a friend’s house; more often than not, he’d sleep in Manila’s Luneta Park, alone or with a group of other homeless kids. They drank from a fountain there and bathed in it, too; most mornings, Pineda would wake up sick from the dew. (“All clogged here,” he says, pressing two fingers to his sinuses.)
His friend Monet Cajipe played guitar. Sometimes when Pineda wasn’t working, he’d go over to Monet’s house and they’d sing songs together. “He would bring me to his family,” Pineda says, “and say, ‘Come on, give some food to my friend,’ because I was starving. They would make me sing, and then they would feed me. They would just bribe me with food.”
At 15, Pineda tried out for a group called Ijos Band. He’d never sung with a real band before; during the audition, his voice was strong but his timing was weak. The bandleader saw something in him anyway, and when the other members of Ijos groused about having to split their nightly take with an extra man, one of the bandleader’s friends came to the rescue, offering to pay Arnel’s salary—thirty-five pesos a night—out of his own pocket. Perks of the job included a tiny room under the guitarist’s front stairs, where Pineda could sleep.
He went on to cofound a band called Amo, which evolved into a band called New Age, featuring Cajipe on guitar. Like many Filipino bands, they played a mix of original material and covers of American and British rock and pop. While the U.S. occupation shaped Filipino musical culture during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the Philippines truly became a cover-band nation in the ’60s, when the islands served as a way station for troops en route to or from the Vietnam War and every nightclub needed bands who could entertain American servicemen with Top 40 rock ’n’ roll. To this day, Pineda says, “if you only play original songs, [audiences in the Philippines] will not appreciate you 100 percent. They want to hear you singing other bands’ songs that made it to number one. Like Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Journey.”
In the early ’90s, New Age relocated to Hong Kong, a time-honored path for -Filipino musicians seeking their fortune. It didn’t go so well. Playing the same cover tunes every night began to drive Pineda crazy. He was bored, so he drank, took drugs, and generally pursued any and all forms of rock ’n’ roll self-destruction available to a boy from Manila adrift on the Hong Kong bar circuit. Before long, he’d wrecked his voice. When he found he could no longer hit the high notes in Eric Clapton’s “Wonderful Tonight,” he went to a doctor, who told him to retire. He was 27.
“He said, ‘You’re finished. Your vocal is just done,’ ” Pineda says. “I did not believe him. I told myself, I can get it back.”
He returned to the Philippines, got straight, learned to sing again. He recorded a self-titled solo album in 2000; he and Cajipe started the Zoo. They recorded their first album, Zoology. For a man who’d been told he’d never sing again, it was a happy enough ending. Then, last summer, the phone rang.
When Pineda went to get his visa, the guy who interviewed him at the embassy—“His name is Ben. I can’t forget his name,” Pineda says—was a fan who’d seen him play with the Zoo a couple of times, so Pineda took a request, and everybody in the office looked up from their desks at the guy singing “Wheel in the Sky.”
He flew to San Francisco, spent a day jamming with the band at their rehearsal space. He hadn’t slept much on the flight over, so his voice kept cracking, and he assumed he’d blown it, but he almost didn’t care. He’d come to America and sung with a band he’d loved since he was 12 years old. He’d shot some home movies of them on his camcorder—a YouTube-able epilogue to his crazy YouTube adventure. He was ready to settle for that. But that jam session led to a long day in the studio, where Pineda sang two new songs and four or five of the Dirty Dozen—nailing most of them in one take—and by the time it was over, he’d passed the audition.
“Arnel cared about getting it right,” band member Jonathan Cain says. “There wasn’t this arrogance—the Lead Singer Disease that so many guys have when they have fantastic voices.”
*****
let us consider the New Guy.
In life, the New Guy gets the office that was once a closet full of printer paper, or maybe still is; the New Guy is told about bogus traditions involving the New Guy picking up the lunch tab; the New Guy spends a lot of time wondering what’s so funny.
The New Guy’s phone rings, but it’s not for him. He disappoints people just by picking it up. No, I’m sorry—he’s not here anymore. Is there something I can help you with?
In rock, being the New Guy is the same, except harder. The jokes you don’t know go back to some long, snowy between-concerts bus ride circa 1984. And you’re trying to inhabit a stadium-sized myth, not a cubicle. You might win over a few late-to-the-party fans, but your presence alone will always be proof to some people that the band has outlived its awesomeness. A band with a New Guy on vocals is like a late-period Happy Days episode, one of the ones where nobody’s left except Ted McGinley and a middle-aged Fonz who can barely zip the leather jacket. And because the only way for a band in this position to shake off the taint of the glue factory is to reunite with its original singer, the New Guy in a rock band is always a dead man rocking.
Tim Owens got seven years with Judas Priest before Rob Halford returned. Anyone not named David Lee Roth who agrees to sing for Van Halen is basically keeping the leather pants warm for Diamond Dave. And however comfortable Pineda’s been made to feel during the past few months, he must know on some level that Steve Augeri and Jeff Soto once felt comfortable, too. Toward the end of our interview, as dusk bleaches the color from the desert outside the window, I ask him if he’s thought about how long this is going to last.
“Well, of course,” he says. “Of course I did. I’m a very realistic person. I like to plan. I like to see the future. If I’m lucky, if I’m still strong, I want to be with them for the next three years. And if they still like me after that, I still want to be with them. And hopefully we will create new Journey music that people will love.”
And at some point, I suggest, you’ll become essential. People will say Journey without Arnel, who wants that?
“I just want to be a part of a band that will be able to reinvent themselves, you know?” Pineda says. “And I think they will be able to help me build a future, with my family. They will help me financially. They can help me with that. Because all of us need a good future for our children, for our families.”
It’s true, we do. The members of Journey talk about Pineda like he’s given them their youth back, the way thrice-married men talk about the young wives who’ve got them doing wheatgrass shots and yoga, listening to the Killers. It’s never too late to feel like you’re going to live forever. “I think we’re reborn, right now, with Arnel,” Schon says.
He talks about the band’s first show with Pineda in Chile, how Arnel was all over the stage, jumping around, surprising everyone, and making Schon—who’s playing a cordless guitar for the first time since the ’80s—feel the need to step his game up. “I’m gonna be riding my bicycle a lot, and skating,” he says, “and getting myself in tip-top shape so I can keep up with this little guy.”
When Journey were off the road last year, during the gap between singers, it gave Schon time to get sober. When we talk, it’s been nine months. “I believe I was a functioning alcoholic,” he says—he’d stay straight for shows but kill a bottle of vodka on the tour bus afterward, and that went on for years. So this moment is also a rebirth for Schon; he’s facing all of it straight for the first time. “I feel like I have 100 percent of myself here,” he says, “and I’m really excited about getting out there and being completely in control.”
Pineda’s arrival lets them zero out the odometer. “Had I known Arnel was around fifteen years ago,” Schon says, “singing even better than he is now—Goddammit, I would have called him!”
*****
journey may not want to be thought of as a nostalgia act. But they are clearly totally fine with being an act that benefits from nostalgia. When I ask Cain why people still care about Journey in 2008, his response is basically a definition of the term:
“It’s music they grew up to,” he says. “Fell in love with. Had sex with. Got married to. Graduated from high school or college with. It’s a moment frozen in time, and when they remember those moments, they remember those songs. Y’know, the ’70s and ’80s were awesome times. There was a lot less trouble in the world. And it’s like people wanna go back to that simpler place and time. We see these housewives—they used to come to our shows when they were teenagers, and now it’s like The Big Chill. They come back, they get a room, and they come see Journey. And I see ’em in the bars and buy ’em a drink and talk to ’em. Or there’ll be a daughter that’s bringing her mom to a Journey show as a birthday present, because she didn’t get to see us back then. And you’re like, ‘Oh my God—I’m part of this.’ ”
How Journey’s fan base will respond to the band’s new incarnation is another question. Journey’s new album, Revelation, will be available in June, exclusively at Wal-Mart. In this regard, they’re following in the footsteps of the Eagles, who’ve sold 2.9 million copies of their album Long Road out of Eden through the big-box retailer since last October.
The album package will consist of a CD featuring eleven new Journey songs with Pineda on vocals, a DVD of the Planet Hollywood show, and a third disc featuring Pineda-sung rerecordings of eleven Journey classics whose original iterations featured you-know-who. Depending on how you look at it, this rewrite of the band’s history is either a huge vote of confidence for Pineda or the rock ’n’ roll equivalent of trying to prove to yourself that you’re over your ex-girlfriend by dating a woman who looks exactly like her. And it’s a move guaranteed to piss off more than a few Journey fans—even the album’s producer, Kevin Shirley, compares it to “xeroxing the Holy Grail.”5
I get a hint of the backlash that may be on the way when, a week or so before the Vegas show, I post a thread on the Journey message board at Melodicrock.com, an Internet forum for people with strong opinions about power balladry and Night Ranger side projects. I ask people to tell me their Journey stories; I ask people what they think of Pineda. I give out my e-mail address. Within minutes, my in-box fills up with e-mails—angry, passionate e-mails.
I hear from a few thick-and-thin super-fans, from plenty of reasonable people ready to give Arnel a fair shake, and even a few early Pineda converts. But I also hear from people frustrated by the band’s -inability to hold on to a lead singer and from people who resent the band for continuing on at all. But mostly, I hear from people who have not stopped believing in Steve Perry. They compare him to Elvis, John Lennon, Freddie Mercury, and God. They describe the post-Perry band as “a second-class rendition of Journey.” They send me all-caps e-mails—Steve Perry really brings out the caps-lock in people—that begin “IT HAD BEEN BROUGHT TO MY ATTENTION THAT YOU ARE LOOKING TO WRIGHT AN ARTICLE ABOUT WHY JOURNEY IS NO LONGER JOURNEY BUT NOTHING MORE THEN A TRIBUTE BAND TO THE BEST SOFT ROCK BAND EVER.” They send me photomosaics of Steve Perry created out of many, many tiny little pictures of Steve Perry.
“You want to know why the ‘fascination’ with Journey all of a sudden?” writes Thomas Cordea of Fort Wayne, Indiana. “With the hiring of a blatant ‘sound-alike’ singer, the world is ‘re-awakening’ to the fact that THEY MISS STEVE PERRY LIKE MAD.… That is the real ‘hidden’ storyline of your article, not this latest frontman hire.”
Maybe. But this latest frontman hire still seems like the first smart move Journey have made in years. They’ve got a guy who can sing the Perry material on tour. They’re excited about making new music with him. And the fact that they discovered Pineda on YouTube has given them a ready-made PR hook. In a clicky, viral, cell-phone-delivered media moment where even the twice-weekly cult-of-the-amateur hour that is American Idol seems like a rusty piece of star-making machinery and Simon Cowell like a snooty gatekeeper, Journey—Journey!—seem like innovators, in touch with the forces shaping the culture. For a band prominently featured in people’s memories of the Carter administration, this is pretty impressive.
This doesn’t change the fact that they’re Journey—emblematic of the way ’70s rock betrayed the ’60s in the ’80s, part of the problem that punk’s loogie-hawking historical rebuke supposedly solved. The middleman-eliminating YouTube story line can’t make them cool; neither can the existence of a Journey-branded “Virtual Island” in the online nerdiverse Second Life. But coolness accrues in unexpected ways; once-verboten things slip out of cultural jail under cover of irony.
five signs the journey revival is imminent or possibly already here, in descending order of cultural impact:
1. David Chase uses “Don’t Stop Believin’” in the last scene of the last episode of The Sopranos. It either is or isn’t the last song Tony Soprano ever hears. (A week after the episode airs, Hillary and la famiglia Clinton parody this scene, right down to the onion rings, in a viral-video campaign ad.)
2. Drolly doleful indie rockers—Badly Drawn Boy, Of Montreal—begin slipping ironic-but-maybe-sincere “Don’t Stop Believin’” covers into their live sets. Kanye West does, too—at the shows he played in Europe shortly after his mother’s death, it often followed “Hey Mama,” the one he couldn’t get through without crying.
3. Literate classic-rock obsessive Craig Finn and his Brooklyn-via-Minnesota meta–bar band, the Hold Steady, reference Journey in song: My name is Steve Perry, but people call me Circuit City.… My name’s Neal Schon, but people call me Nina Simone.
4. Petra Haden, formerly of the late, lamented three-girls-and-a-guy alt-rock band that dog., records an a cappella cover of “Don’t Stop Believin’.” Haden: “My favorite part is singing that guitar solo. I always end up laughing at the end. I shouldn’t, because it’s supposed to be so serious. But I always do.”
5. Some aspiring George Romero with access to a camcorder and a backyard uploads a no-budget horror short called “Journey of the Dead” to YouTube. Synopsis: “Steve Perry (former lead singer of Journey) saves a Rock and Roll loving couple from an attack by Rock Star Drummer Zombies. After a violent and bloody battle with the zombies, Steve Perry emerges victorious (as always) and then finds himself engaged in a karate showdown with the ultimate evil lead singer mastermind, Freddie Mercury!” Best quote: “Hey, zombie-breath—you picked the wrong day to not be dead! Now you’re going to have to face Steve Perry!”
*****
tapping somebody who can do Perry as well as Pineda can may indicate that the band want that uncomplicated approval they got from their audience during the Perry years, as opposed to the problematic tough love they’re getting now. Or maybe Neal Schon—who started Journey, spent years building an audience through tireless touring (traveling, in the early days, in four-door station wagons, rolling into the venue just in time to jump onstage and play—who says Journey weren’t punk?) before having Perry foisted upon him in 1977 for reasons of commercial expediency, and has spent the post-Perry years being accused of sacrilege for daring to continue playing in the band he founded in the first place—wants to prove that it is he and his bandmates who make it Journey.
But when I ask Schon if he’s at all tired of Journey being defined by Perry’s presence or absence, he answers, “Um, no. I think he contributed so much to the sound of the band. Those songs are gonna be embedded in everybody’s heads and hearts forever.”
I get a slightly different take from Steve Perry, who calls from his home near San -Diego. Perry, who’s finally started working on his first album of new material since leaving Journey, doesn’t want to talk about the vocalists who’ve followed in his footsteps, Pineda included. “I only know that they’ve been through three guys,” he says, “and I’ve never heard any of them. I stay away from it, because it’s really none of my business now. We have children together, which are the songs we wrote, but that’s about all.”
But he will talk about what it was like when he joined a Journey already in progress in 1977, shedding a little light on what it might feel like to be Pineda now. “You’ve got to remember, they didn’t want to make it with a lead singer,” he says. “They wanted to make it without one.”
I ask him about the scene in VH1’s Journey Behind the Music episode in which Perry declares that he “never really felt like part of the band.” Was that because Schon resented having to hire a frontman?
“What that meant,” Perry says, “was that there was a period of time where I always felt that I had to prove myself. But along with that, you have to print that I can’t blame them. It was [Neal’s] band. Herbie Herbert built that band around Neal because he’s a star on his own, from a guitar standpoint. There’s nobody who plays like Neal Schon, to this day. I still miss his playing. We don’t get along, but I love his playing.
“They wanted to make it on their own goalposts that they had in mind. There’s nothing wrong with that. And I hope you print that, because it’s important that people know that. I’m not bitchin’. I’m not whining. I completely understand how they felt and why.”
*****
the security people at the Planet Hollywood show—even the women—have the hired-muscle intimidation factor of pit bosses. For all I know, they are pit bosses. But at the end of the Planet Hollywood show, when Journey come back out to redo a couple of songs for the DVD—“We have to do one of the new ones again,” Schon says cheerfully, “because we fucked it up!”6—the crowd-control policy is relaxed and people are allowed to come down the floor-seat aisles and up to the stage to scream and clutch at Pineda, presumably because this will make the show look more exciting on-camera. Someone hands him up a tiny Philippine flag on a wooden stand, the kind a diplomat keeps on his desk, and he stares at it for what counts, in rock-show time, as a long moment, before handing it back.
The do-overs end the night with a sort of anticlimactic thud, but overall it’s been a good show, particularly for Pineda. Almost half the crowd—and this is an unscientific estimate based on what the nonwhite people looked like when I turned around—appeared to be Filipino, and from the first note he sang, they were his. And while none of the new Journey songs will make anybody forget “Don’t Stop Believin’”—as always, the words “Here’s another one from the new album” are the classic-rock-show audience’s cue for a bathroom break—some of them are pretty affecting.
Kevin Shirley described “After All These Years” to me as “like ‘Faithfully: Part 2’—it’s a gem,” and it kind of is. Like “Faithfully” (Journey’s greatest gift to wedding DJs), it’s a soaring, soulful ballad, readable as both a pledge of eternal fealty and a love letter to the fans. But the “all these years” theme adds the weight of long-term commitment to the mix; a song like this is how you tell your audience you’d marry them all over again. And while it’s not anywhere near as good as “Faithfully,” you can imagine it someday becoming part of the canon. Someday it will be performed by a singer in a smoky room—some Hong Kong piano bar, maybe—and traveling salesmen far from hearth and home will shed a tear or two, and maybe that’s all that matters.
Afterward, there’s a bottleneck in the lobby of the theater. As everyone shuffles slowly toward the doors that lead to the mezzanine above the casino, someone in the crowd starts singing the Nah nah, na nah nah / Na na na nah nah refrain from “Lovin’ Touchin’ Squeezin’,” the last song of the night. (It’s the one song in Journey’s catalog where you can most clearly hear the Sam Cooke mannerisms in Steve Perry’s delivery, and Pineda nailed it—an Asian guy imitating a white Californian imitating a black guy from Chicago, on a stage in a Las Vegas hotel with “Hollywood” in the name. The mind reels.)
Then, as if the air-conditioning has started pumping karaoke spores, other people join in and start singing Nah nah, na nah nah / Na na na nah nah, too. It only lasts for a few seconds, but those seconds are maybe the most sincere moment of community I’ve experienced at a rock show in a long, long time—and they feel like proof that the Pineda-fronted version of Journey has succeeded in giving people the kind of life-affirming Journey experience they were looking for.
Later there’s a VIP meet-and-greet in a high-ceilinged Planet Hollywood banquet room. Trickling in like they’ve timed their entrances, the band pose for pictures and sign T-shirts, albums, ticket stubs. The energy is a little flat until Arnel appears, wearing a shiny long-sleeve T-shirt, his hair pulled back in a ponytail. People immediately crowd around him, waving digital cameras; somebody shouts, “Move back, move back!” He makes it to the other side of the room, still swarmed by fans—many of them Filipino, many of them girls. I try to ask Arnel a couple of questions about the show, which yields a brief interview, reproduced here in its entirety:
Q. How’s it going, Arnel? A. Hey, man!
Then someone else gets his attention and he’s off, posing for another photo. Instead, I interview Patty Zaragoza, who’s a flight attendant “representing the Cathay Pacific cabin crew.” She doesn’t know much about Journey, but she’s a fan of Pineda’s—she used to see him perform in Hong Kong, at a bar called Grammy’s. She gives me a blue Cathay Pacific lanyard, in case the one that came with my Journey backstage pass ceases to function. I turn around to try to get another word or two with Pineda, but he’s mobbed. The crowd swallows him. He is, at least for now, a rock star.
*****
the day before the show, I ask Kevin Shirley if he feels Pineda has fully processed everything that’s happened to him during the past few months.
“No,” Shirley says. “No, I don’t think he has. I think the record needs to come out. I think he needs to go on tour. I think he still has a lot of fear about whether he can play this set every night. But he can. I feel very confident. But yeah—once all that settles in, and maybe once he gets his first royalty check. In the meantime, it’s like, ‘Can you buy me a sandwich? I’m the lead singer of Journey!’ ”
added 20 May 2008 0:44
Comment by kingsley
I trust Schon and Cain.Hey! if they say Pineda is the right man for journey,then so be it! I think the kid is tremendously talented. I've always admired journey for a long time and I still wanna be part of this journey...after all these years! So let us celebrate the legacy of journey!
added 19 May 2008 20:36
Comment by MELISSA
I love steve perry! But hey I love this new guy too! That kind of enormous talent should be appreciated! I heard he is very nice and very humble too. Well I've never met him but I'd love to meet him one day
added 19 May 2008 9:10
Comment by chris
To Wolfe:
I also had the chance to read the GQ article regarding journey and their new singer pineda.I must say this guy deserves to get huge respect for his enormous talent ,hardwork and humble beginnings.If what happened to him would have happened to me, man I would be celebrating 100x over! I salute these guys ( shon,cain,ross and castronovo) for continuing there music and giving this new lead singer the chance that he truly deserves.That kind of talent should be showcased to the world to hear and see and not be waisted.Now I'm interested to see them perform and listen to their music.
added 19 May 2008 5:53
Comment by wolfe
So I decided to post a comment yesterday regarding this new guy from journey, after hearing some of his videos on the web.I was off from work so I decided to just surf the web and find out more about this kid , I happened to read this new article about him and journey on the latest editon of GQ magazine...I've learned about how he was discovered , so I went to you tube to listen to him some more...man this is the first time I've heard someone with that much range! neal was right he can sing artist from A to Z ...that was awesome!... fuckin unbelievable!...I couldn't believe what I was hearing! I thought he was really good already after hearing him sang those journey songs, buy my god after hearing him sing all those songs from different artist, he can really cover so much ground! this is fuckin carzy! Dude , I really think this guys talent need to be recognized and given a chance! he totally exceeded my expectations...whew!
added 17 May 2008 23:54
Comment by wolfe
Wow! this new lead singer of journey, is it Pineda? ...man he is great! I saw his performances from videos uploaded in the internet ,and it literally is awesome!...got so much energy and I can feel his passion for journey music, It feels weird but I feel the music ,af if literally flowing through my veins whenever he sings it, I can't believe it ! this is the first time this has ever happened to me, this guy has just earned my respect!
added 17 May 2008 11:19
Comment by alessandra
I heard this new guy arnel pineda sing from video clippings , and MY GOD, I WAS TOTALLY BLOWN AWAY! I never really thought he is that good..but I really must say he is damn good...I never really knew journey before but with all this fuzz going around regarding this new guy , I must say...journey caught my attention and after hearing them now...I am a fan! What an exceptional talent this new kid is!
added 17 May 2008 10:58
Comment by edcha (corrected)
It's really amazing how change affects people's attitude and reaction. ARNEL PINEDA is the hottest CHANGE in the music world--at least in the JOURNEY world.
I have read quite a number of comments in many websites about this change. Some like it, some don't. By far, most do like it. But it's really amazing to me how some people can be negative about any change, especially if the change doesn't match their personal preferences.
I personally like mellow music, and I didn't know Journey and Steve Perry before. I became interested only recently because of this fuss with the band’s new lead vocalist.
I tried to be as objective as possible by listening to the original clips with Steve Perry and the new clips with Arnel Pineda. Both of them are very good. Both of them are not perfect. I like some aspects of Steve's singing, and I like some aspects of Arnel's singing. It would be nice to combine all the good things in both of their singing--but that's not possible. Realistically, I need to be satisfied with what is practically available.
I learned that Journey had 2 or 3 previous lead vocalist changes after Steve Perry, due to various reasons. It's Journey's SOLE prerogative to make those CHANGE decisions. People need to RESPECT their decisions. It's THEIR band. It's THEIR future that is at stake—not anyone else’s. No one can claim to know what they want, except for them. Again, it's their exclusive right to make the decision. People can talk endlessly and uselessly about what they don't want about the change--but that's all talk, really. What people think doesn't have any effect on the decision--because the decision-makers didn't really care. Otherwise, Journey should have asked/consulted with/gotten votes of, the "people" or fans--especially the old, devoted fans. Well, they did not.
What I'm trying to say is--
people need to just cool down and be realistic and practical and flexible.
Give the new guy a chance, just like the past Journey vocalists were given chances. This is America.
Arnel may have been lucky, being at the right place at the right time. But that's life. Accept it. The reality is --the better you are and the harder you work--the luckier you become. I did not know Arnel but based on my readings--he paid his dues--perhaps more than most of the people writing comments in this site. He had a difficult life, due to no fault of his. He has 25 years of singing experience. And he actually won as champion vocalist in real singing contests two years in a row in the late 80’s. I believe he deserves this opportunity. And he seems to remain very humble an unassuming--about this thing. He even continues to idolize Steve Perry.
Oh, about this discrimination and racial issues---
We are talking vocals, and singing ability here--not skin color, not height, not race, not gender, not looks.
I'm actually fed up with racial discrimination discussions. When can people start to realize that each one of us has his/her own talents and strengths.
In this knowledge-based, internet-dominated world of ours---what matters most is one’s ability and talent and--I might add---good character and good relationships….Other stuff, real or imagined--are marginal—whether one accepts it or not.
Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods are African American (black-skinned) but people respect and idolize them in America and worldwide;
Albert Einstein was short (and was an immigrant)--but people respected and idolized him in America and worldwide.
Elvis Presley was white, and people respected and idolized him in America and worldwide;
I can go on, and on, and on….hopefully, I got my point across.
RACE & SKIN COLOR DON'T MATTER, GUYS. RACE & SKIN COLOR CAN'T MAKE ONE SUCCESSFUL OR USEFUL IN THIS WORLD. SUCCESS IS EARNED.
IT'S WHAT GOOD THINGS ONE CAN DO, AND ACCOMPLISH THAT MATTER MOST.
Discrimination, arrogance, envy, back-biting, fault-finding can do nothing good. Let's be positive--for once.
Let us be happy for someone who has a chance to become successful--in his/her own right---with honesty and integrity. Let us strive to carve out our own contribution to society—without trying to “bring down somebody.” Let us remove the speck from our own eyes first before we judge other people. Let us examine ourselves honestly---before we throw the first stone at somebody........And now….I can rest my case.
added 12 May 2008 19:06
Comment by edcha
It's amazing how change affect people's attitude and reaction. ARNEL PINEDA is the hotest CHANGE in the music world--at least in the JOURNEY world.
I read quite a number of comments in many websites about this change. Some like it, some don't. By far most do like it. But it's really amazing to me how people can be negative about any change, especially if the change doesn't match their personal preferences.
I personally like mellow music, and I didn't know Journey and Steve Perry before. I became interested only recently because of this fuss with the new lead vocalist.
I tried to be as objective as possible by listening to the original clips with Steve Perry and the new clips with Arnel Pineda. Both of them are very good. Both of them are not perfect. I like some aspects of Steve's singing, and I like some aspects of Arnel's singing. It would be nice to combine all the good things in their singing. But that's not possible. Realistically, I need to be satisfied with what is practically available.
I learned that Journey had 2 or 3 previous lead vocalist changes after Steve Perry, due to various reasons. It's Journey's SOLE prerogative to make these CHANGE decisions. People NEED to respect their decisions. It's THEIR band. It's THEIR future that is at stake here. No one can claim to know what they want, except for them. Again, it's their exclusive right to make the decision. People can talk endlessly and uselessly about what they don't want about the change--but that's all talk, really. What people think doesn't have any effect on the decision--because the decision-makers don't really care. Otherwise, Journey should have asked/consulted/gotten votes of the "people" or fans--especially the old, devoted fans.
What I'm trying to say is--
people need to just cool down and be realistic and practical and flexible.
Give the new guy a chance, just like the past Journey vocalists were given chances. This is America.
Arnel may have been lucky, being at the right place at the right time. But that's life. Accept it. The reality is --the better you are and the harder you work--the luckier you become. I did not know Arnel but based on my readings--he paid his dues--perhaps more than most of the people writing comments in this site. He had a difficult life, due to no fault of his. He has 25 years of singing experience. I believe he deserves it. And he seems to be very humble an unassuming--about this thing. He even continue to idolize Steve Perry.
Oh, about this discrimination and racial issues---
We are talking vocals and singing ability here--not skin color, not height, not race, not gender, not looks.
I'm actually fed up with racial discrimination discussions. When can people start to realize that each one of us has his/her own talent and strengths.
What matters most is ability and talent and--I might add, good character--
Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods are African American (black-skinned) but people respect and idolize them in America and worldwide;
Albert Einstein was short (and was an immigrant)--but people respected and idolized him in America and worldwide.
Elvis Presley was white, and people respected and idolized him in America and worldwide;
etc., etc.
RACE & SKIN COLOR DOESN'T MATTER, PEOPLE. SKIN COLOR CAN'T MAKE ONE SUCCESSFUL NOR USEFUL IN THIS WORLD.
IT'S WHAT GOOD THINGS YOU CAN DO, AND ACCOMPLISH THAT MATTER MOST.
Discrimination, Envy, back-biting, fault-finding can do nothing good. Let's be positive--for once.
Let us be happy when someone has a chance to become successful--in their own right. Let us remove the speck from our own eyes before we comment on other people. Let us examine ourselves carefully---before we throw the first stone at somebody.
I rest my case.....
added 08 May 2008 1:42
Comment by A. Whiteman
Music is the universal language of the soul, transcending color, race and even faith. No one can claim real ownership of how a particular song should be sang. People are created differently and no one race is 'better' than the other. Just because someone says something in a different accent does not make him necessarily 'wrong' What is right anyway? Even Americans have the 'southern drawl', the English have their 'cockney' and Autralians have their 'lingo'.
Journey's latest lead singer is the epitome of someone who has dreamed, worked hard for it, had faith and realized it. He is not just a typical Filipino who rose from the ashes, he lays inspiration to some child in Africa who dreams hunger would disappear, some child in the Middle East whose dream is peace; some child in Europe who hopes there would be no exploitation.There is too much differences in the world today, the quarrel about religion, race, socioeconomic background, political affiliations, lets make music something that will unify everyone. Arnel Pineda is a great singer in his own right. SP is irreplaceable, AP is just a simple sincere guy who was chosen by the gods (Schon and Cain) to fill the void. He has big shoes to fill but if you listen to his voice and watched Journey's concert in Chile, the people there loved every minute of it. Just proves to you music goes beyond race, color and creed. More power Journey!
added 01 May 2008 18:19
Comment by V. Gray
Just noticed there's a lot of "Pulang Liog" comments about Arnel Pineda. Don't you know that SP and AP might be distant relatives? The Philippines was discovered by a Portuguese navigator named Ferdinand Magellan in 1521 and SP is of Portuguese descent mind you, "mga uwat mong dagko". For those who didn't know anything about the Filipinos and put down Arnel you are definitely ignorant. We are a group of nice, reserved, polite, hospitable people of Spanish, Chinese , Malay, etc. ancestry due to over 300 years of Spanish colonization of the Phils. So, enough said with that racist comments....you disgusts me... we're not in the 60's anymore. What matters now are talents and perseverance,not ignorance and bigotry. Arnel has such an amazing voice that fits perfectly with the band "Journey". Accents doesn't matter in singing, and even if you don't understand the words but, the tune is right ..so be it.
Don't judge Arnel by the color of his skin, and his accent but his true character. He is a well grounded person who came from humble beginnings who came a very long way through perseverance from being a street kid to where he is right now. Nicely done Arnel...you inspire me...you rock. Proud to be your fan and a Filipino like yourself. Mabuhay ka, Arnel Pineda of Journey.
added 01 May 2008 5:55
Comment by V. Gray
To those who criticize Arnel Pineda well, what you gonna do about it, "Jump Off the Roof" . Our man Arnel is at the "Helm" of Journey right now and he's doing such a great job. Bravo! to you Arnel...such an amazing voice. Love your new song, "After All These Years," can't wait to buy the CD. Mabuhay ka, Arnel. You make us Filipinos proud. Best of Luck...to Journey.
added 01 May 2008 4:42
Comment by BatangMakulit
to Sky...... tell your co workers to go downloads.walmart.com so they can listen to preview of the songs.....If i did not know it was arnel I wont't be able to tell if it was AP or SP singing..
added 30 Apr 2008 21:55
Comment by ROCKY
AMAZING VOICE!. UNIQUE TALENT!
The most important discovery in the music World!
Good thing. U.S.A. got him 1st.
Go!!! Arnel. Its your Destiny!
You rocks!!!
added 11 Apr 2008 20:51
Comment by AGP
Too much criticism and the world is full of it. Too much racism and the world is full of it as well. These things are not new to us anymore. Criticism and racism always comes together specially when "someone or "some things" appears differently. In Arnel's case he's a type of guy who has an amazing voice and could sing great songs, and got the job as a lead singer of the band called Journey. Now, for some Americans he's a threat. Why? Because he's an Asian singing "All American Songs" and it also happens that he's a lead singer of Journey which is an "All American Band". He has a voice of a white man but his looks and the color of his skin is unfortunately his SIN and they are throwing stones at him because of that. Like Jesus said; "He who has not sinned cast the first stone" We are in the world of music, not world of politics. Why can't we just get along? If the bus driver is Asian... well, get out of the bus and find another bus. That seat will not be empty anyway. What i'm trying to say is that if you're really a fan of Journey then stick to them no matter what. But the bottom line is.. if you want to stay then stay otherwise Steve, Hunsicker, Augeri, Sotto or whoever that is, may need you as one of their fans i guess. By the way, the band is looking for an ICON not a Steve-CLONE. To Arnel Don't stop believing and rock n roll..
added 11 Apr 2008 16:12
Comment by molley
Good luck I'm from North Carolina I'll see you in Raliegh NC August 10,2008
I cant wait.Also I'm originaly from Pampanga.
added 10 Apr 2008 5:34
Comment by lejol
to arnel.... goodluck to you!!! me and jolly wiish you all the best in life. ignore all the destructive criticism.. they are jealous of you,... keep up the good work.. you are always in our prayer...
added 04 Apr 2008 11:05
Comment by lejol
hey guys.... I never heard arnel's voice live, only in yotube but i belive he deserve to be chosen as the new lead singer of journey.... if you hear the voice of arnel's younger broher, my fiancee, exactly the same as arnel.....
added 04 Apr 2008 11:01
Comment by Hettiefred
To Journey and Arnel, you guys are all so good and wonderful. We are looking forward to your new Album and your Concert tours here in the East Coast. Arnel is such a wonderful addition to Journey and the whole US Music Industry. He has such a golden voice, powerful and unwavering. And to all detractors, please all grow up. Steve Perry, Steve Augeri & JSS were all great but they had moved on and so all of you should.
The new Journey is so much better now to watch and to listen. In your recent concert in Chile and Las Vegas, you all look like having the time of your life. They also look classier and cleaner. It is such a beautiful sight and thank you very much for giving such joy to your fans!!!!!!
We can't wait to hear your music in the radios and in our Ipods and will be a constant companion in our everyday chores. Good luck and be safe.
added 30 Mar 2008 17:22
Comment by yants
when it comes to music it's the voice that matter's most not the race or the color of the skin, i think most those people who count on the race or nationality are caucasian, maybe it's because of jealousy, YOU HAVE NO TALENTS.
added 30 Mar 2008 13:34
Comment by gservan
There is absolutely no reason for people to complain about Arnel because of his ethnic backround. Who the heck cares if he's Asian? After all, America is basically the fruit basket of every kinds of nationalities out there anyway. People should not bother about his blood type or skin color but his performances. I'm sure he makes some mistakes here and there like pitch or accents, tone, tempo - whatever they may be- but EVERY performer is susceptible to those. He certainly has the "Journey" spirit and that's all that matters...:)
added 25 Mar 2008 6:43
Comment by Journey fan
Pineda's ethnic background should not be relevant to his ability to sing well. And although I have so far, only seen many videos of him singing, since I just found out about it, it is very apparent that the band members are happy with him. Journey is pretty much SP but sice SP is no longer there, I say Arnel is perfect for them, and suspect they will do well together. People who are die hard SP-fans, etc. may not like it, but who cares. They don't get paid to like it.
added 24 Mar 2008 20:15
Comment by fred
I was in Vegas for the Journey concert on March 8 just to be able to see and hear it myself how arnel sounds. Aside from his asian look I didn't see anything wrong much less any sound that could offend all the diehard caucasian fans of the Journey. Arnel is awesome! All I can say to all his detractors is: if you guys know how to appreciate music you will be able to appreciate it no matter where the sound is coming from. Afterall, no race has the monopoly of it. Good luck Arnel!
added 18 Mar 2008 18:56
Comment by PolyJackrabbit
To Sky2012- Don't you worry about where Journey goes. Venues will be filled whether it be from Chula Vista, CA to Bangor, Maine or fom Goteburg, Sweden to Christchurch, New Zealand. There is a Pinoy in every freakin' place in the USA or any part of the world.
They founded some of our biggest cities in the USA, like Los Angeles, some of the coastline towns in California and some of the cities in the banks of the Mississippi River in Lousiana. Filipinos are so assimilated in the American society that they dont even have their own town( Except Historic Filipinotown in Los Angeles and Stockton, CA). Have you been in some of the small cities of Texas? All hospitals are staffed with Filipinos. White House is the same thing. I guess you have not been in Northern California. Some of the cities near San Francisco are mostly Filipinos. And you know its Journey Country. Neal did it for marketing purposes. Smart move. They can easily go global with Arnel in the vocals. Even Dubai stadiums can be filled up. The country of Gambia have mostly Filipinos running their business and financial establishments. They are the most Global of any nationalities. Call Dell or email AOL and you will know who is answering you! Our American history was not made to mention about this nationality, unfortunately!
added 18 Mar 2008 6:39
Comment by nyc1530
to Sky:
You were not in Las Vegas show..you just watched it in You Tube so keep your comments about the Audio..THE CONCERT WAS AWESOME!!!! and i was thereeeeeeeeeeeeeee
added 17 Mar 2008 21:40
Comment by cher
All is possible in this world and one of them is having an asian sing in an american band. I mean their even playing in the all american favorite sport (basketball). Give this new guy a break. He has the talent that not everyone has , lets not put it to waste. In one point of our time we all want to be given the chance of our dream so try not to hold back someones dream.
Steve P has taken a diffrent direction of his career and you can still support him on the things he love to do. So let journey do what they also want, and that is to continue to give the magic of their music and more with arnel. Let's all reminisce with the music they've given us and have the new songs be part of our life as it unfold it"s new chapter.
peace everyone!
added 17 Mar 2008 21:08
Comment by AGP
I think that lots of people find it hard to accept Arnel Pineda as a lead singer of the band Journey. Most people say it's because it's an "All american Band". My goodness he's just a lead singer.. How would these people feel if one day a person with an ethnic background becomes a president of the USA? Just look at Anold S. He became a guvernor in LA. Maybe 30 years ago this wasn't possible but hey that was then this is now. In this world we're living in nothing is impossible anymore. There's no such thing as you can't do this and you can't do that. Arnel has the voice and talent. Let him enjoy the moment and give your support. To Arnel.... Rock N' Roll......
added 17 Mar 2008 17:20
Comment by sky2012
Guys, i watched few video clips of the bands show in vegas from youtube. i determined that the problem source came from ovedriven speakers and audio reverb set to low. Probably why the sound kind blurred or was flat and the treble set to high. it was just a mixture problem thats all! I heard Pineda say "faithfully" as clear as daylight many times over the duration of the infamous song. To each his own.I guess I listen better than others. Maybe those people have a problem hearing who knows. Like they say, better you than me. Hey I can play that game too....LOL
added 12 Mar 2008 3:22
Comment by sky2012
Guys, hate to offend anyone but my co-worker went to the show in vegas and eh told me that there was this caucasian couple in a group in front of him saying that they can't understand a word he's singing. That one said, "are we in the US? this is the legendary journey right? man i've never seen so many asians in a rock concert before ever. maybe they can undenstand their own accent better than we do". And the other said, " that maybe reason why they are here in planet hollyweird". My coworker also said that he recall there were more flips than americans in the show. man I think this is just the start. Pineda will need some huge shoes to fill! What if they go to some small little bitty town in the midwest or east coast and they weren't that many filipinos to watch the show. What if they go back to houston where there are more caucasian journey die hard fans than filipinos. What do you guys think will happen? Just hope Pineda will be welcome where ever he goes. In God We Trust...
added 12 Mar 2008 0:42
Comment by JourneyFan
I agree with Apollo R, the repertoire is very taxing for Arnel because he's also jumping and moving around, shaking hands, dancing. They need to mix in Dean to sing a few of the songs before Arnel sings Faithfully for example so he gets rested. Right now, he's spending a lot of energy with all the stuff he's doing. I do like the charisma, stage presence, his voice and how he interacts with the crowd. Journey feels reborn!
Also, Las Vegas isn't exactly the best place for a singer debut with the dry air, it's known as the Las Vegas Throat where singers lose their voice. They use humidifiers to help out.
added 11 Mar 2008 22:30
Comment by Apollo R
Saw them in Planet Holly in Vegas ... Great concert - although I noticed that he needs to conserve his voice from their grueling repertoire - although it's great to hear Dean Castronovo take on a couple of songs while Arnel recoops ... he was not going for the high notes in the last few songs they sang ... he also went off key in one of the last songs - I think that’s why they had to re-do a couple of songs in the end after the show - they had to call the people to come back in as they were recording this for DVD release ... but overall it was a blast!! The new songs were not so popular yet for many of the audience as they try to absorb it for the first time but the song “Wildest Dreams” should be a kick ass hit!! Can’t wait for the disks to come out in a few months ...
I liked Steve A - a little smooth though and not much power, never liked Sotto as he could not really hit the notes . . .
Arnel's got the range and power but I think what he need is more stamina on his vocal chords as their repertoire is just really vocally demanding!!
Arnel will rock!! Go Journey Go!!
added 11 Mar 2008 20:22
Comment by Apollo R
Saw them in Planet Holly in Vegas ... Great concert - although I noticed that he needs to conserve his voice from their grueling repertoire - although it's great to hear Dean Castronovo take on a couple of songs while Arnel recoops ... he was not going for the high notes in the last few songs they sang ... he also went off key in one of the last songs - I think that’s why they had to re-do a couple of songs in the end after the show - they had to call the people to come back in as they were recording this for DVD release ... but overall it was a blast!! The new songs were not so popular yet for many of the audience as they try to absorb it for the first time but the song “Wildest Dreams” should be a kick ass hit!! Can’t wait for the disks to come out in a few months ...
I liked Steve A - a little smooth though and not much power, never liked Sotto as he could not really hit the notes . . .
Arnel's got the range and power but I think what he need is more stamina on his vocal chords as their repertoire is just really vocally demanding!!
Arnel will rock!! Go Journey Go!!
added 11 Mar 2008 20:22
Comment by JESSICA
JUST LIKE US FILIPINO NURSES NOT ALL HAVE GOOD ENGLISH BUT I BET YOU APPRECIATE OUR KINDNESS AND DEDICATION WHEN YOU ARE HOSPITALIZED.
GIVE ARNEL A CHANCE HE IS DOING HIS BEST
added 07 Mar 2008 12:50
Comment by STEVIE
I ALSO CRIED WHEN I READ ARNEL PINEDA'S LIFE STORY.
I AM SO HAPPY FOR HIM.
MAY HE BE WITH JOURNEY FOR A FEW YEARS IF NOT A LONG TIME. ANY CHANCE THAT THE BAND GIVES HIM IS APPRECIATED BY MOST OF US FILIPINOS.
added 07 Mar 2008 12:42
Comment by STEVIE
I CAN NOT WAIT TO BUY YOUR JOURNEYS NEW CD
added 07 Mar 2008 12:32
Comment by STEVIE
I WOULD LIKE TO THANK JOURNEY ESPECIALLY MR. SCHON FOR HIRING ARNEL PINEDA.
A LOT OF US LIVES ABROAD TO HELP OUR FAMILIES AT HOME AND IT IS OFTEN VERY LONELY.
HEARING ARNEL SING ESPECIALLY IN FRONT OF THE CROWD IN CHILE MADE ME VERY HAPPY.
THANK YOU AGAIN JOURNEY....
added 07 Mar 2008 12:31
Comment by STEVIE
I WOULD LIKE TO THANK JOURNEY ESPECIALLY MR. SCHON FOR HIRING ARNEL PINEDA.
A LOT OF US LIVES ABROAD TO HELP OUR FAMILIES AT HOME AND IT IS OFTEN VERY LONELY.
HEARING ARNEL SING ESPECIALLY IN FRONT OF THE CROWD IN CHILE MADE ME VERY HAPPY.
THANK YOU AGAIN JOURNEY....
added 07 Mar 2008 12:30
Comment by stevie
the new guy is great
added 07 Mar 2008 12:26
Comment by steve
For the first time in years I can't wait for a new journey album to come out. The thing about journey was that it wasn't just the music that people listened to it was hearing steve perry sing to it. I feel that way again I want to hear arnel pineda sing to the music journey makes. I've never felt that way with the other post perry singers except this guy, he's awesome.
added 29 Feb 2008 21:24
Comment by Jean
where are the haters after the debut concert proved that Pineda passed the acid test with flying colors?
added 26 Feb 2008 0:39
Comment by The Chief
http://festival2008.canal13.cl/2008/html/MMomentos/21/333091Ivq3.html
This is the link of Journey concert in Vina del Mar, Chile. Arnel rock the house.
added 22 Feb 2008 21:57
Comment by SHTDFCKUPNGTVCMNTR
ARNEL PINEDA IS THE NEW ROCK N ROLL GENIUS. PERIOD. I DON'T GIVE A F*** WHAT THOSE MORONS SAY. AP IS THE LEADER OF rock n roll. OBVIOUSLY THESE MORONS ARE THE RACIST HATER THAT THEY LIKE TO POST THEIR IGNORANCES HERE. MAYBE GROW UP MORE TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE. ONCE AGAIN, ARNEL PINEDA RULED NEW JOURNEY WORLD.
added 19 Feb 2008 6:03
Comment by SHTDFCKUPNGTVCMNTR
ARNEL PINEDA IS ARNEL PINEDA. NOBODY CAN BE AS CLOSE AS HIM, HE IS EVEN BETTER THAN SP.. SHUT D F UP SP FANS... SP IS LONG TIME GONE EXPIRED.. HE CANT DO WHAT HE WAS KNOW FOR ANYMORE--AND THAT'S WHAT HAPPEN WHEN THEY GET OLDER. THESE LONG JOURNEY FANS OBVIOUSLY """"OLD ENOUGH TO BE IN THAT GENERATION""""BUT HOW OBVIOUSLY STUPID ENOUGH DO NOT KNOW THE DIFFERENCE THAT WE ARE 2008 NOW FOLKS!!! WAKE UP AND MAYBE GROW UP MORE YOU IDIOT OLD WHI** T*R*s* RACIST.
added 19 Feb 2008 5:54
Comment by Rock Fan
Ross, I don't know where you got all the information you posted, but some of it is not correct. You make it sound like Journey wanted to hire Jeremey Hunsicker and when they couldn't get him, they had to make do with Arnel Pineda. That's not what happened. For some unknown reason, Journey decided to fire Jeff Scott Soto (as the story goes, Soto doesn't even know why himself as he was not given a reason and didn't talk to the guys in the band.) Prior to Soto's last appearance with the band in Virginia, USA, rumour has it, they contacted Kevin Chalfant to see if he could do the gig. Supposedly, Chalfant had other commitments so they went ahead with Soto. They had become aware of Hunsicker (not sure how) prior to that final Soto show and had contacted his management. They went to see Hunsicker perform with his tribute band around that time and extended the invitation for him to audition. Shortly after Soto was informed he was fired, Hunsicker flew out to San Francisco to audition.
In his own blog, Hunsicker talked about the audition. He thought everything was ironed out and when he went home, Jonathan Cain called and told him he had the job. Shortly thereafter, management called and told him it was not a "done deal" and the band members were not all in agreement with his hiring. Hunsicker called Neal Schon to ask what the problem was. He then called Cain and, it seems, he got a bit angry and blurted out something to the effect of he might not be the right guy for the job. The next day, he called Cain back and said he still wanted to be considered. Cain told him he was still in the running. If you read between the lines there, I think his words to Cain ticked him off. However, Hunsicker still hoped to get the job and still wanted it until August when management told him they were auditioning someone else. Hunsicker did not "step out" as you stated.
The "someone else" being auditioned was Arnel Pineda. He was flown into San Francisco in late August. He did two live auditions before going to Cain's home studio to see how his recording voice was on Journey's greatest hits. That audition went well and he was offered the job. He went back to the Philippines for a while, then returned to the US in November and stayed till right before Christmas to record a CD of new music, produced by Kevin Shirley.
Your statements about Pineda's lack of big-band-long tours is also not accurate. Pineda has been a professional singer for the last 25 years. He started out performing with a band called Ijos when he was just 15 years old. At Budokan Hall in Tokyo (where Journey played with Perry in the 80's), Pineda and his band entered a World Band Explosion and Pineda won Best Vocalist in 1987 and 1988. His band then transitioned into AMO, a band that toured the Philippines and played to audiences of 10-15 thousand people. While that size audience is obviously smaller than some of Journey's audiences over the years, it appears to me to be significantly bigger than Hunsicker's audiences for his Journey tribute band. I can't speak for the size of Chalfant's audiences though, as I don't know enough about the concerts he may or may not have performed.
Pineda has been performing 6 nights a week with shows lasting anywhere from 3-6 hours a night since the late 80's. Every song wasn't in the high Journey register, obviously, but many of them were (see his videos on YouTube.com).
Pineda has also had two record deals with major labels: a solo self-titled album in 1999 with Warner Brothers, and a Zoo album in 2007 with MCA Universal. He's performed plenty of original music, but like ANY actively performing band, when you work the crowds, you find yourself having to do covers that the audience knows, as well as being able to throw in a few originals. Pineda's not a Journey tribute singer. He's just a guy who fronted several bands with original music who had to play covers to please the crowd. Isn't Journey in the same boat? They have to perform their "hits" to please the crowd or everyone goes to the bathroom or beer tent when they perform originals.
In my humble opinion, he has plenty of experience to do the job. He wasn't their "second choice" by any means. They hadn't even heard of them when they auditioned Hunsicker. It was after Hunsicker's call to Cain, that they decided to look for someone else, but they hadn't told Hunsicker a decisive "no" even as Pineda auditioned. As far as Hunsicker knew, he was still in the running at that point. After they auditioned Pineda, they made their choice and he became their pick for the job.
added 24 Jan 2008 6:38
Comment by mellowrock
listen to this song of arnel pineda's self titled cd http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ko63Jgrc30k&feature=related
added 23 Jan 2008 23:36
Comment by journeyman
steve perry is steve perry, arnel pineda is steve perry, air supply, led zep.bryan adams, bon jovi, survivor, rod stewart and so on..... arnel is a real package deal ....
added 23 Jan 2008 12:28
Comment by FatherRock
Ok, change is a constant and Arnel is proof. Go with the flow. The fact that he is 40 years old is proof that he has been singing a long time. If Schon thought he is good enough, then let it be. Besides, I have been a Journey fan since DAY 1 and can't wait for the new material.
added 21 Jan 2008 4:52
Comment by rockstar
Jeff Scott Soto was the vocalist of Yngwie J.Malmsteen. If you don't know Yngwie, he's one of the legit electric guitar virtuosos on the planet. Listen to Jeff and Yngwie on Rising Force and Marching Out albums. Jeff's got pipes, the guy is good .A virtuoso like Yngwie will not get Jeff if Jeff is not good. Now if Journey fired Jeff, then that's Journey's problem. All I care is that the voice now of Journey (2008) is Arnel Pineda. And Arnel is the "man"! There are many others vocalists and bands here in the Phil. who could cover Van Halen, Eagles, Queen, Led Zep, Bon Jovi, etc. who have not yet uploaded their videos on youtube. These guys could re-create the recorded sound in a live concert and you will not hear a difference (except for the looks). Arnel is lucky, Neal Schon went to youtube to find a replacement. Does Eddie Van Halen need a new lead vocalist? We have one here. To Arnel: melt their faces!
added 20 Jan 2008 7:39
Comment by box69
'tangna niyong lahat. we'll just see you at the tailgait party at the concert...we'll have a big cooler full of cold san miguel beer!
added 19 Jan 2008 4:21
Comment by smartradio-usa
The negative comments about Journey’s new lead singer mounts a lot spewing foul-smelling and trash-talking mouths out there!
They’re doing tons of nonsense blabbering everywhere because of one thing. THE DEMANDS OF THESE SICK RACIST CREATURES WERE NOT MET! IT’S LIKE REVIVING A ROTTING CORPSE FROM THE GRAVE! LOL..! Sounds funny but they really are!
I know Steve Perry is a great lead vocalist but he can no longer tour for health reasons, et al. Can these sick people who are questioning the band’s decision just shut up for a while and let the band prove themselves again? YOU GOT BETTER THINGS TO DO THAT JUST WASTING YOUR TIME CRYING OVER SPILLED MILK!
added 13 Jan 2008 7:25
Comment by TaximillianTran
Arnel Pineda, you make me cry every time I listen to you, your voice is so beautiful that you bring my feeling up and down and you bring my memory back in time. I wish you the best and your welcome to the world will never fail of being well reserved.-Sincerely, Max
added 13 Jan 2008 2:55
Comment by spike05
Want to make a correction on the statements i wrote on 03jan 2008 23.02. .
1: Its not Real Estate economics who are collapsing but offcourse
housing market economics
2: U.S. deficit is,nt 16.000billion dollars but sadly even worse it,s 66.000billion dollars.
But enough politics,back to the music!
I ,ve been a journey fan for almost 29 years i followed them from back the seventies.
I am from Europe so maybe i have different sentiments for Journey than most Americans have, but if you really are a Journey fan,you stay with them no matter what happens.
If some people want to leave and turn their backs to Journey for whatever reason, than leave.No one stops you!
But i,ll stay,because i am a "REAL" Journeyfan !!
added 11 Jan 2008 15:05
Comment by Old_Yeller
Another little known fact about Arnel, he won the Best Vocalist prize in Japan at the 1988 World Band Explosion. Must be awesome If we can find a video of his performance in that competition. Kinda eerie to find out if it were also staged at Budokan Hall in Tokyo. Remember Journey's gig at Budokan back in '83?
Here it is. Would've been nice to get some feedback from the crowd back then, if they could hear his words if at all. Maybe Steve thought, What the heck the audience don't speak english anyway. Hehehe..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wU_XCpC6HdE
added 06 Jan 2008 6:19
Comment by houstontexasman
hey guys,,AP loves journey also like we do...he's a great guy..loves fans and very likeable--unless a journey fan is a racist like the kukluxklan poster i've seen..then you're bound to love this guy,,,wait till their new album comes out...it will definitely a big hit...this guy is like neil schon said"the real deal"..there's no doubt about that,,,
.....arnel's voice quality is almost as good if not better than the original singers recording on studio...SP is sweet and great but AP brings more passion and power and "attitude" on his performance and voice quality...this guy will outperform any original band singer LIVE...i mean anybody
added 06 Jan 2008 3:11
Comment by spike05
Winner:Hate and resentment
Loser:humanity and love.
added 04 Jan 2008 23:59
Comment by loserspike05
Winner: Journey
Loser: spike05
added 04 Jan 2008 22:03
Comment by spike05
Some say dish Journey because they are way out of line by using up singers like toiletpaper.
But I think lots of them mean dish journey because they,ve taken an Asian as their frontman.
lets face it, if the guy was Swedish or German nobody would make a big deal out of it.
I see in lots of reactions the reason why there is such resentment.
Its all about foreigh(Asian)outsourced labour and Asian products.
Offcourse no one should be unemployed ,but to blame asians or foreighers for that is to say it mildly "to simple"
To all does people i say read this:
Privation,capitalism purely in the persuit of profit without regard for the public interest is precisely the trend, which has negatively set America,s economy in a downward spiral.
U.S. economics are disrupted by uncontrollable loans&credits.
Real estate economics are collapsing.
U.S. deficit is 16.000billion dollars.
Who do you think is the blame?
Outsourced labour and foreigh products?
Or your U.S. Government not doing a good job to their country and people.
Its time to wake up and open those eyes!!!
added 03 Jan 2008 23:02
Comment by Ross from Prestwick
Those of us done with this band but still very much in contact with the players (or ex-players) knew this was coming (since August), albeit he wasn’t actually first choice (didn’t stick that in their statement I note).
I understand the passion people still have for this band, their music, and wanting to see it performed live, and I genuinely respect that - but personally I have no time for what this band have become and how they went about their business over the last few years.
I was lucky enough to see them in the 70’s and 80’s and would rather keep those memories.
I just hope people can respect this alternative view, too.
As regards this latest instalment of the saga:
Jeff Scott Soto shafted, Kevin Chalfant considered - again, and then Jeremey Hunsicker (vocalist with Tribute band Frontiers) was offered the gig in June but stepped out after some soul searching, primarily because of family commitments.
So Pineda it is, and I can only hope the hardcore fans who were up in arms a few months ago now regret the almost xenophobic and semi-racist rants, and disbelief that Journey would go ‘out of town’ for a replacement.
There were even JSS critics which, even with my total ambivalence, I found sad as that was a genuinely brave move and a true chance to progress as well as lose the stigma of the Syncgate expose’.
For the record, it wasn't the JSS detractors that helped Journey make their decision to drop him, it was because JSS had the audacity to be a true front man, bring something different to the band and be an active part of the whole – albeit taking some of Schon's thunder, and Journeys 'trademark' sound, away in the process. The last two being the real clinchers in the decision to drop him (while he was in Europe – nice).
Pineda can hold a tune as they say, but his highs aren’t as clean as Hunsicker's and his lack of experience at big-band long-tours level make him a curious choice over the likes of Kevin Chalfant (passed over once for Perry himself, and now for a tribute singer).
And, sadly, the ‘cheap labour’ gag used by some 'fans' should not be dismissed out of hand - with his limited stature (thus far) in the business Schon and Cain have probably got who they wanted not just vocally - but contractually.
The band are so happy with him that they have accelerated plans and have already recorded new material with producer Kevin Shirley for an album due in early 2008. Shirley has since stated that not only is Pineda “Just phenomenal”, but the recorded songs are “….sensational”.
They may be proven right of course and he may well be the ‘real deal’, but what statements would you expect when trying to convince fans and critics alike after hiring their third lead vocalist in two years?
It’s ironic Karma that having tried to shake off Perry’s shadow for so long they now acknowledge their ‘legacy sound’ is where their future lies, and Greatest Hits tours with post-Perry vocalist No.3 trying to recreate that legacy sound would seem to be the answer (with Schon recently divorced for a fourth time he needs Journey to be as lucrative as possible).
Some welcome that, others walk away.
Good luck to Arnel, he may need it.
Ross Muir, author of ‘A Personal Journey, The Rise & Fall of the Scarab’
added 03 Jan 2008 12:37
Comment by spike05
I agree Callipto ,Arnel is by no means a clone of Perry.
But he can sing perryesque(i hope i spelled that right)
I heard several clips on Youtube and the man is almost a vocal chameleon and i mean that in a positive way.
This means that the man has a great vocaltechnique and certainly will filter out a style of his own that will be revealed on the new CD.
added 31 Dec 2007 22:31
Comment by callipto
Arnel is not a Perry 2. They may sound the same somehow but Arnel has his own style if you listen well, besides he can also adjust to a different vocal range. One thing you can notice is... all the song he is singing is with almost the same theme... rock ballad, classic rock... songs that have a high range and ruspy voice.
added 31 Dec 2007 8:31
Comment by spike05
Why can,t Journey fans understand that Perry never ever will sing in Journey again and Augeri and Soto are also a past station.
Don,t get me wrong i loved all of the former singers, but when its over its over.
When the remaining members of Journey choose a new singer you,ll have to respect that.
Journey say they want to return to there heritage sound
and why would Arnel Pineda not succeed in doing that, the man has a classical rockvoice with a tremendous reach.
Ofcourse there is only one Steve perry and God bless him but Perry and Journey are on "Seperate Ways" so stop wining about the past and bring on the future and the future is Arnel Pineda if you like or not!
added 25 Dec 2007 15:40
Comment by john 5150
Are you kidding me! Bored? Tired? Who are you to say that will ever or even happen. Of coarse he won't get bored or tired. You act like he is ABOVE Journey and just he is just doing them a favor.
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Comment by simple at 17 Dec 2007 6:21
-i am very concerned. not for journey but for arnel. the dude Arnel's been singing songs by oh so many great bands like Van Halen, Led Zep, Heart aside from Journey classics. It will be a big DRASTIC change for him to just sing Journey songs for months or years on end. has anyone even considered this? that is freakin drastic. it's like being plucked out of the seas and into a salt-water aquarium. i hope he just tried it out for a year or so and have an option to join other great bands too --- like Van Halen, again for a few months! keep singin the same set for one band only, arnel being who he is will meet permanent boredom not so far down the road. i hope hisopt out is stipulated in his contract with Journey.
added 20 Dec 2007 22:22
Comment by HOMEBOY.AND.PROUD.OF.IT
For those pessimists out there, QUIT THE NEGATIVITY!!! View life from a positive perspective. Arnel is a good thing and leave it at that and move on...
added 20 Dec 2007 14:46
Comment by pistol.pete
Why can't people just be happy for someone's potential success, and yes, Arnel is all potential. He is not in any way replacing Steve Perry but you have to give credit when it is due. The dude can sing and I will leave it at that. I just wish people give this guy the chance and don't be so caught up with the "what ifs". For all those who has something "not so good to say", I'd like for you to take a whack at it and get on stage. If you can come half as good as this guy, I might think about listening to what you have to say. Otherwise, sit back and enjoy the music because in the end, this is what it is all about...
added 19 Dec 2007 14:06
Comment by Alvin and the chipmunks
To all of you out there that really knows music, Arnel is the REAL DEAL!!! It bothers me to see people comment that he may only be good for a short period of time because he has different vocal ranges....that is actually what you call REAL TALENT!!! And to all of you that are angry because he is dark-skinned, we know that there is only one STEVE PERRY but there is always one out there that is better!!! Arnel might not be better yet that S.P. but listening to him sing with my eyes closed have given me goosebumps. I have been a Journey fan all my life and I welcome Arnel to another chapter in this band's legacy. As their band's name say JOURNEY...this will be another exciting part of their lives as musicians. Let us all wait for their album in 2008 and walk with them in their JOURNEY with Arnel Pineda!! God bless you guys!
added 19 Dec 2007 7:42
Comment by Dart
I dont understand why the accent thing bothers alot of people yet, they dont realize that Scorpions has alot heavier of an accent since theyre from Germany. Hell you cant even undestand it when the singer talks. But ofcourse no one has a problem with it since theyre white.
added 18 Dec 2007 16:44
Comment by simple
typo: is NOT something that cannot be fixed in a short time.
i hate that double negation thing.
added 17 Dec 2007 6:34
Comment by simple
i've seen his rendition of Love Walks In and Jump.
different sound, not like Sammy Hagar nor Dave Lee Roth but as good in a different way. i trust the accent (just a bit) is something that cannot be fixed in a short time. i hope there is some kind of artists exchange. ok, i will stop my wishful thinking now. hey, anyone can dream.
added 17 Dec 2007 6:32
Comment by simple
i am very concerned. not for journey but for arnel.
the dude Arnel's been singing songs by oh so many great bands like Van Halen, Led Zep, Heart aside from Journey classics.
It will be a big DRASTIC change for him to just sing Journey songs for months or years on end. has anyone even considered this? that is freakin drastic. it's like being plucked out of the seas and into a salt-water aquarium. i hope he just tried it out for a year or so and have an option to join other great bands too --- like Van Halen, again for a few months! keep singin the same set for one band only, arnel being who he is will meet permanent boredom not so far down the road. i hope hisopt out is stipulated in his contract with Journey.
added 17 Dec 2007 6:21
Comment by jrnyno1
OMG! Journey has become a cover band. I don't care what "new music" they put out this summer it's not Journey. Stop already! It's been 20 years of waiting for this band to get it together. When Steve A joined the band it was the start of the New Journey. How many New Journey starts do we have to sit through. Someone tell Perry to suck it up and sing already or tell Schon/Cain to give us a break and put the nail in the Journey coffin. I've given 30+ years to this band. This new line up feels like a slap in the face. I don't want to close my eyes and pretend that Perry is singing. I want Perry to sing.
added 16 Dec 2007 23:06
Comment by Pilgrimage
Hey, Reading all this comments and arguing about whos the new frontman of journey,sounds like a broken record.Will you stop about this racist thing or the accent of Arnel. Arnel Pineda was chosen for a PURPOSE. I think that was the purpose of his life given by God, to be a blessing to the Band and to the Fans.God is not a respector of person, as long arnel use his talent for the Glory of God then Succes of the Band and individually will be shown.Neal Schon and the rest of the band are musicians for a long time and their old enough to make the right decision on whos the right frontman. As long they make good music with a good message, then they're in the right track. And to those people who keeps on Arguing... if you dont like Arnel's voice you better Audition just to stop your wasted anger. By the way Arnel Pineda's voice and accent is far better than MANNY PACQUIAO's voice!!! LOL.Journey should change thier name to PILGRIMAGE just for a change.LOL
added 14 Dec 2007 9:55
Comment by gemma
-i was so sad i am really fannatic of journey band but it was big break for Arnel pineda so, keep up the good work and gudluck for the new album.
added 14 Dec 2007 9:08
Comment by NJ
Arnel is very talented and the voice range is impeccable.
He is no Steve Perry but you can’t deny he can hit every note Steve was known for.
I’ll give the guy a change & look’n forward to see their new album.
added 12 Dec 2007 5:59
Comment by nolongerafan
It is a sad day in the history of what was once Journey. Being a life time Journey fan I was concerned when Steve A was hired. But the quality of music on the Arrival CD set me at eaze. I am sure that the band could of found 100 Perry soundalikes. But there is only one Perry. With the current reunions of The Police and Van Halen, I was hoping to see the band put there pride aside and get back together. There comes a time in life when if you cannot do better, you should not do at all. I wish Journey all of the luck in the world, but you have lost a lifer.
added 07 Dec 2007 20:50
Comment by MK
He sounds more like Bruce Springsteen and Steve Perry had a kid that got kicked off of American Idol?
I wish they'd put Bad English back together instead of continuing to to butcher Journey.
added 06 Dec 2007 15:44
Comment by Andy Braban
I heard a rumour about arnel ages ago and so listened to some zoo stuff on you tube and i have to say, i was excited at the prospect at him becoming journeys new vocalist. hes so close to perry its unreal. i do have to say though that steve augeri was for me, top notch and i would have loved to have seen him back or even deen castranona has the ideal voice. my only concern over arnel is the fact that i have also seen him singing numourous other bands covers and i wondered wether his voice is a natural perry esq style or was it just adjusted to the journey style as he does have a different vocal range for each individual type of song that he performs, is he natural perry esq or just multi talented vocal range. great luck to him anyway,cant wait for the new journey.
added 05 Dec 2007 14:04
Comment by NINJA DAVE
NOT SO FAST.... I want that spot
www.myspace.com/kilkinmusic Dave sings Journey
and the Twisted Finster Link on the friends list TWO MORE JOURNEY SONGS
DAVE
added 26 Oct 2007 21:10
Comment by 7GDN
ARNEL PINEDA ROCKS!!!
added 12 Oct 2007 6:51
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Comment by Leah Gluchoff
Ending 2009 in the best way possible-listening to your music, Mr. Perry. Gives me pleasure, hope, comfort-and as always, I am in awe of your talent and the generosity with which you shared yourself via your music-your experiences, heartaches, hopes, and dreams all came through in your writing, your
Ending 2009 in the best way possible-listening to your music, Mr. Perry. Gives me pleasure, hope, comfort-and as always, I am in awe of your talent and the generosity with which you shared yourself via your music-your experiences, heartaches, hopes, and dreams all came through in your writing, your lyrics, showmanship-in the complete professional package that you are as a musician and producer.
Please know that we as fans will be thrilled to hear whatever you are working on now! Doesn't matter the genre; R&B, standards, rock, showtunes, gospel-we don't care!!-we just want to experience the world through your eyes in 2010-and we'll be lining up to buy another piece of magic that only you can produce.
Happy New Year to you, sir-and an early Happy Birthday!!
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Comment by I wuzz here
"Where Were Yooooou"
added 02 Sep 2010 20:15
Comment by Isat U Wilber
Didn't you hear? The mighty Star Ship came and lifted them all to glory, The rest of us were left here to think about it all...Honestly, I haven't given it much thought, but now, I do wonder if they took Steve Perry along??? Please, Say it isn't so!
added 30 Aug 2010 19:19
Comment by Guess Who
Hey its been a few days since anyone has been here. Where did everyone go?
added 29 Aug 2010 23:18
Comment by
Looks like 5 year Perry Fan is jealous! It's O.K. number 5, I believe they were just having a bit of fun here! At least they do mention Steve Perry's name many times in their silly conversations...I never knew it was a crime for two people to speak kindly to one another?
added 23 Aug 2010 17:37
Comment by 5 year perry fan
OK wah wah and bill u guys really need to stop talking on here if all u guys are going to say is trash then dont say anything!!
added 19 Aug 2010 18:32
Comment by
And speaking of Loons, Wow! Some folks really get knots in their undies when they see other folks simply enjoying life and expressing what they feel about anything. And...That's All Folks!
added 03 Aug 2010 1:10
Comment by Heather
Jeez the loons get really upset when anyone says anything negative about Perry. You people need a reality check. Last time I checked Steve did not rise on the third day, so chill. People are entitled not to like him, or to think he is an ass. If people have the sense to be objective they can see he has done some bad things too. And many people have said over the years that Perry is not a nice person and that it is suprising his ego can fit through the doorway. Plus Jon and Neal were not the ones who kept walking out on the band. All they did was fire someone (Perry) who didn't want to come to work. In the real world it happens all the time. Probably some of those who are defending Perry have fired unreliable folks from jobs. And I am not even touching on the fact that the whole TBF fiasco was claimed by some to be manipulation and lies on Steve's part. As far as music goes Steve has been talking about "doing something' for years and it hasn't happened yet. So people can be skeptical. Sorry ladies it ain't happening,it was over for Perry a long time ago. Of course his fans don't give up the fantasy, but they are called loons for a reason.
added 30 Jul 2010 19:22
Comment by Wahwah
Oh, Nooooooooo! Mr. Bill, Sounds as if Mrs. O'Leary's had a nip of Irish Whiskey... You know what they say about instant a-holes, Just add alcohol. If she had half a mind, she might have something at least. I mean, she even ask, why don't the girls just leave him alone, why do they talk about things they know nothing about and then added, we should all know that S.P. has psychiatric issues??? It sounds as if those Goon Hogs are attempting to surround us again. I wonder how long it took them to make up a name such as Katherine O'Leary? Oh, No, Mr. Bill, Is it possible those goons are attempting identity fraud in efforts to obtain the funding for their fermented fruit sucking habits that would require them to make frequent trips abroad? I don't know, Again, just guessing, but, if she really knows sooooooooo
much about Steve Perry, she must be either stalking him, or simply making a feverish attempt to draw attention to herself as the Goon Hogs do to entertain one another. A true Steve Perry fan need not question other fans about what they think and why they still follow! This years February interviews would be enough to answer silly questions such as that. Anyway, I hope that someday it may become possible to provide proper education for Goon Hogs as well as humans. If not, we may all wind up sucking fermented fruit trees to escape the madness we have come to know as reality. Hmm, One would wonder...When all of the fermented fruit suckers become addicted, how many job openings for shrinks might it bring, and who'll be shrinking who, and what size will we be when all is said and done? Oh, No, Mr. Bill, once again, so many questions arise, but then again, the answers are always blowing in the wind. So next time you hear someone whistling Dixie from their behind, ask them where you can get a good tune up! Until next time, do not listen to the insanity, and remember Goon Hogs are like most Dogs, they have an instinctive appetite for butt sniffing. Watch your back side Mr. Bill... O'Leary could really be Ken instead of Katherine...O.K. so maybe I don't know O'Leary and have no business speaking of him/her in that manner, Oh well, blame it on the rain or something like that. I mean hey, if they can fault me for being a Steve Perry fan, then I feel free to blame who or whatever I choose. Keep smiling Mr. Bill, and by all means, "Don't Stop Believing" Oh, yes, my apologies to O'Leary, but try to understand, Life is a series of disappointment as well as achievement, you may achieve happiness, but only if you are willing to give as much in return. Share the joy, If you have a problem with Steve Perry or his fans, Don't read the fan blogs.
added 30 Jul 2010 13:39
Comment by Katherine O'Leary
Alright loons where is Steve's new album ? It is getting close to the end of 2010 no album yet. Got fooled again didn't you ? . Perry's voice is shot, it has been shot, he knows it. He couldn't sell out small halls or have big CD sales in 1995 he sure as heck won't have them now. Plus anyone with half a brain can tell Steve has major psychiatric issues, that is why he crapped on his band and his fans. And why these sad crazy women (that pretty much make up his whole fan base) won't leave the guy alone I will never know. I mean Perry doesn't want to record an album. At his age he probably gets up three times a night to pee. Plus he has aged really bad. Like someone said else where Steve did not age like a fine wine he aged like wine turned to vinegar.
added 30 Jul 2010 7:18
Comment by Bill
Ha ha Wahwah. You're so funny. These baboons are apparently a species that is not happy unless insulting someone and they don't know what to do when you return fire. Also they must be very powerful. I think they own this website or at least they act like they do because you can only post what they want you to post. Maybe they're Russian? So sad and lonely. No wonder Joe got bored of their act. Anyway Wahwah, keep pushin, keep pushin on.
added 30 Jul 2010 5:09
Comment by
What about that Steve Perry release? Where Is it?
added 29 Jul 2010 14:34
Comment by Wahwah
As I was about to say before I finished posting...Mr Bill! Help! I believe their closing in around me now! Please, though me a piece of fruit just in case the first plan doesn't work. Um, Now Lets see... Oh yea, Uh, hum,, mee, mee, mee, mee....
Go away, go away I sing goodbye too you, when the song is gone you'll be on, on to someone new...Uh, oh, wait a minute...It's not working, it looks as if a few of them can actually distinguish the difference in Steve Perry and a poor imitation...
Hurry up with that fruit will ya, I'm heading for the mountains!
added 27 Jul 2010 20:12
Comment by Wahwah
Oh Nooooo! Mr. Bill...It appears that some fermented fruit sucking baboons successfully mated with some fermented fruit sucking warthogs resulting in offspring known as Gohtraw Noonbabs or Goon Hogs. When scientist studied this new species, they found an extremely rare disorder known as Dumbassafterall. This study of their disorder has concluded that while this particular species exhibit certain animal behavior patterns even though they have no brain. Some behavior patterns included grunting, snorting, screaming drooling, staggering, aggressiveness, and ability to lean extremely limited vocabulary. Yes, they can actually speak, type, and appear to be communicating even though they have no idea what they are saying. As I look at some of the blogs lately, I begin to believe more and more that this particular species has somehow staggered from continent to continent, making its presence known worldwide. I understand these creatures are very ugly and capable of creating a stench the tabloids would not dare to go near. Anyway, Mr. Bill, just wanted you to be aware in case one of these staggering beast crosses your path. Oh yea, most importantly, in case you encounter on of these uglies, look away. If they insist on standing before you, just look up at the sky and sing Steve Perry's song called"Go Away" they say that usually does the trick, but just in case all else fails and they continue to follow you like a lost puppy, throw a piece of fermented fruit over a steep cliff. They fall for it every time! Mr. Bill!
added 27 Jul 2010 19:50
Comment by
Hey, sounds like a couple of kids that love insulting and provoking others in hopes of gaining what? If you need attention go talk to your mummies...
added 23 Jul 2010 21:51
Comment by 10 year perry fan
Hey sounds like bill and wahwah are both guys are u scared i am. :(
added 21 Jul 2010 19:16
Comment by perry fan too
I agree with 30 year perry fan, this is a Steve Perry fan site NOT a WahWah and Bill site. Besides no body ever said they took away your freedom of speech bill. All thats been said is that maybe you should take your personal messaging else where. By the way Bill, sounds like you cant handle a profesional telling you off so you have to make childish remarks.
added 21 Jul 2010 19:11
Comment by
Don't worry Mr. Bill, You'll never be alone, My heart will be your shelter and keep you warm...
added 14 Jul 2010 17:13
Comment by Wahwah
Here I am "Hanging By A Thread" again Mr. Bill, I never thought you to be a fool, although, if you think about it, everybody plays the fool, no exceptions...It would be rather foolish of me to post an email address here. With all the bogus comments and people who pretend to be someone they are not. Oh yes, not to mention the big hack hack monsters of the inter world... Being stalked and harassed by some of those guys is enough to send you swimming swiftly cross the Rio in reverse! I do enjoy conversing with you, although, once bitten twice shy. Even that is an understatement! Anyway, life goes on, long after the thrill is gone. Till then we keep on waiting for the world to change...Everything's gonna be alright someday, someway, you'll find yourself at the crossroads wondering which way is up, while asking yourself "Does anybody really know what time it is?" As many questions begin to arise in your mind, and suddenly the wheels are in motion, you'll hear the sound of that long train running as it goes rushing through the tunnel of love. At that moment you finally see her, then without a thought, you'll simply get on the good foot and jump on board and the love train. As many questions begin to fade you will still ask yourself, why do birds suddenly appear every time you are near? Two answers come to mind, either you're always standing under a birds nest, or maybe it's just an illusion when that red red wine goes to your head. Either way, that's still pretty cool huh? Anyway, to make a long story longer, you find yourself at the Hotel California where the next morning they tell you that you can check out anytime you like, but you can never leave. Now more questions begin to arise once again and you find yourself saying: "Wait A Minute Now!" "Since when could I afford to live in such a fancy hotel anyway?" I mean there's plenty of room, they have candles to light the way, I realize the smell is a bit musky but and they haven't had spirits there in years, but hey, there's a mission bell and a courtyard to dance in if I can only put up with all those pretty, pretty boys out there. But as the morning sun creeps across the room, you were only dreaming. So, once again, you get on the good foot to begin a new day, where once again questions begin to arise, but don't stop believing because someday, someway, we all find that time is the answer. Meanwhile, if you want to chat I will be here "Hanging By A Thread"
added 14 Jul 2010 17:01
Comment by Bill
Taken in. Taken in again. I serenade you wahwah
added 14 Jul 2010 5:19
Comment by Bubbles14
Maybe bill if u like to talk trash so much u would be better off just leaving us all alone!!!! especially 30 year perry fan!!!!!!!! :)
added 14 Jul 2010 3:34
Comment by
It's always the same old story, you never know what you got till it's gone...."All I Need Is A Miracle"
added 30 Jun 2010 14:02
Comment by Wahwah
Hi Mr. Bill, I was hoping to hear from you again. Where were you this time? I don't know about you but I must've got lost somewhere down the line while I was watching the dogs chase the wheel in the sky. I just got home from Illinois, lock the front door, Oh Boy! I'm still not quite sure how I wound up there, but I am sure you can imagine how freaky that was, what, with the giants doing cartwheels, statues wearing high heels and then there were all those happy creatures dancing on the lawn, So I am thinking I made my mistake when I decided to take a ride on the flying spoon. Whew, I thought I'd never get back from that trip. Anyway Mr. Bill, Did you miss me while you were looking for yourself out there and did you actually find yourself? Did you look like you were having the time of your life? Did you ask yourself things such as if he ever thought of you or what would he do if he were in your shoes and what size are his shoes? So many questions one could ask themselves. But then again, if one were to find they prefer not to be questioned in such a way, one may take care not to make himself uncomfortable with himself. One should also try very hard not to confuse themselves with each other. I mean, if you don't know yourself, who does??? You should also be careful not to be to angry with yourself as you may wind up kicking your own butt. I know, it sounds like a lot of trouble getting to know yourself, but believe me, you'll thank yourself someday! On the other hand, don't think too much of yourself as that is very selfish and may create friction between you, yourself and you, and that you is not the you, you think it may be, but we'll discuss that later. Last but not least, Be Good To Yourself when nobody else will, and if, you should find yourself falling short of perfection, don't let it get you down, just grab a step ladder, give it all you got and if you fail, don't stop believing in yourself. Wow, Mr. Bill, does that sound crazy or what? Oh, No, Mr. Bill, here we go again, I see tambourines and elephants are playing in the band, I'll get back to you when it's over!
added 29 Jun 2010 20:41
Comment by Bill
Sorry 30 year perv. I had no idea this was your message board. And I had no idea that Obama had done away with freedom of speech. The only time I say anthing about you is to defend myself, so seriously you get a life. Go away nursey.
added 25 Jun 2010 5:37
Comment by 30 year perry fan
Bill, you wish but no matter how you try to insult me You will never figure it out. I really cant understand how people like you can turn being a Steve Perry fan into a bashing session. Also how did you get the idea that this was your personal message board to wahwah. Lord you need to get a life and move on.
added 24 Jun 2010 4:19
Comment by Bill
Yes. Wahwah. How sweet it is to be loved by you.
When will you send me your email so we can chat?
added 24 Jun 2010 4:13
Comment by Wahwah
Mr Bill?
added 23 Jun 2010 21:42
Comment by
One More Message Of Love...Makes No Difference Who's Crying Now, It's Just The Rain Anyway. Listen To Your Heart, You Should Be Happy When You're In Love For The First Time, I Am. What Was Tuesday's Heartache, Makes No Difference, It's Only Love. Forever Right Or Wrong, When I Think Of You, I Am Stone In Love. I Believe You Better Wait For The Love Of Strange Medicine. Ask The Lonely! Only The Young Foolish Heart Can't Tame The Lion. Easy To Fall When You're In Love For The First Time. After The Fall, Stand Up Before It's Too Late. I Stand Alone Missing You, Lights, Castles Burning, Wheel, In The Sky, Standing In The Line Of Fire, Somewhere There's Hope...Go Away, Escape, I'll Be Alright Without You. Be Good To Yourself and Don't Stop Believing! Anyway You Want It, make your Departure when The Party's Over. Someday Soon, Precious Time will lead you to Open Arms, Just The Same Way The Eyes Of A Woman will lead you to Homemade Love. Don't Fight It, If You Need Me Call Me, Only Solutions await... Oh, shi, Oops, I mean, Oh, Sherri, I almost forgot, there'll be no more Back Talk, for it may result in a Chain Reaction which unlike hearing a sweet Melody, may lead to one of us feeling like a Troubled Child. If you have Somethin' To Hide such as, being Strung Out and hung up on someone else, By all means, Send Her My Love and Go Away, I don't wish to hear about it! It's hard to love somebody, especially when they don't belong to you...
added 18 Jun 2010 19:20
Comment by
Steve Perry I hope you're busy recording at this moment...
added 16 Jun 2010 18:28
Comment by
I just wanna stop, and tell you what I'm feeling about you, but the words get in the way...
added 15 Jun 2010 14:08
Comment by Wahwah
I heard that everybody was dancin' in the moonlight. How will we get rid of them all if they are feelin' warm and bright? I mean, you can't dance and stay uptight, right? Besides LOL, who told you I was old enough to dance the night away? Hey, maybe you could lean on me and I'll stand by you, or the other way around, depending on who's feeling weakest at that moment. Oh and if you'd like, maybe we could go out after the show and have a cup of coffee or something, huh? Anyway you want it Mr. Bill, here I am with open arms, so put me on a highway and show me a sign and I'll be there when the lights go down in the city. Not sure if I'll be able to see you once they do, but I could send up a signal if you throw me a line and minute by minute I'll be holding on in anticipation, waiting for the world to change as you say why and I say I don't know. I know, it sounds a bit tricky, but I do think it's a marvelous night for a moon dance, so O.K. Mr. Bill, dance with me, I want to be your partner, who knows, we could be dancing with the stars in no time... Think of it, just the two of us building them castles in the sky, right next to the wheel in the sky. Maybe, we could hang some lights and make our very own dance floor out of it. The question is, will it go round in circles and make us dizzy as we dance??? The possibilities are endless! Let me know if you have any ideas...
added 11 Jun 2010 15:09
Comment by Bill
Dance the night away. With me Wahwah.
added 11 Jun 2010 3:32
Comment by babe999
I think Steve Perry should do his part to get us out of this recession and release an album - lots of people would buy it (which would stimulate the private sector, and generate sales tax revenue), people would feel good when listening to it (which would make people put a smile on their face, which would be good for business in general) and would also have a positive effect on people with good ideas by releasing endorphins and other hormones (which would very likely stimulate the entrepreneurial and/or innovative spirits in those people, which in turn would lead to new, better products which would sell like crazy, increase exports, and reduce the deficit), which would, consequently, improve our economy. Steve - AMERICA NEEDS YOU! :)
added 10 Jun 2010 1:31
Comment by
Me Too!
added 09 Jun 2010 16:12
Comment by
Steve Perry Please deliver the goods, the world is waiting with Open Arms!
added 09 Jun 2010 15:11
Comment by Wahwah
Oh noooo! Looks as if Mr. Bill has taken a highway run into the midnight sun... I'm sure that if he had collided with the wheel in the sky, it would have made headlines by now...I do hope he's O.K. though... It's been so long since I've seen any sign of him. It may be possible that he is searching for what's left after the fall??? Then again, he may be caught on a one way street with the taste of bittersweet memories of what was. Oh well, it's O.K. Mr. Bill, I'll be alright without you...Ask the lonely, I am sure they will tell you, only the young can say. Now, how confusing is that? Anyway, I hope Steve Perry will make a comeback soon!
added 08 Jun 2010 1:44
Comment by
Dear Diary, Today as I listen to my Steve Perry collection, many questions come to mind. Steve said "Don't Stop Believing" and I didn't, so now what? Does Steve know I still cry for him? Steve also said "Somewhere There's Hope" I wonder why he couldn't cut me a break and simply give me directions? If nothing stands between love and me, could it be Steven Ray Perry is also the invisible man? If I could show Steve the letter my heart forgot to send, would it be legible? Hmm? Hey, I wonder if maybe he could come around after the show and we could go out and have a cup of coffee or something, huh?, huh? And last but not least, exactly what questions should I ask the lonely? If they were anything like me I don't think their answers could be of much assistance. Anyway Diary, just a few things I wanted to keep in mind in case I ever have that cup of coffee with him. In the meanwhile I will be good to myself and enjoy the rest of my vacation.
added 07 Jun 2010 20:31
Comment by
June 3rd 2010 Dear Diary, Today I woke up thinking of him as usual. You know, that guy with "The Voice" I'm always writing about. Anyway Diary, Once again I am spending my day listening to his old music and searching for any new word of his return. He once said "Don't Stop Believing" and I don't intend to. I only hope today will be the day I have been waiting for...I know, I said that yesterday and the day before as well, but hey! Today is a brand new day...Please come back Steve Perry!!! Oh, please forgive me Diary as I forgot where I was but, anyway, as I was saying...Just another day like all the rest. Who Knows, Maybe this will be the one!
Forever Yours Faithfully...
added 03 Jun 2010 14:17
Comment by Wahwah
Mr. Bill, I heard somewhere you had a girl named Sally and a dog named Spot, or was it the other way around? I do hope you didn't run away again or anything. If you happen to see Mr. Hand out there somewhere, don't be fooled into thinking he is about to do you any favors, remember he is Sluggo's buddy...Anyway, I do hope everything is O.K.
added 02 Jun 2010 15:06
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"Only Solutions" is all can think of at the moment...
added 01 Jun 2010 6:03
Comment by Wahwah
Hi Mr Bill, I just want to say this is my way of telling you everything I could never say before... Whew, there, I said it now! That wasn't so difficult after all. Oh yes, that reminds me of the time someone very special to me said: "with age we begin lose certain things such as memory, eyesight, ect... and that in the case of a dancer, the hips are the first to go." The odd thing was, in my case, he was the first thing to go. And to think that age had not yet introduced itself. Oh well, I learned a lot from him and I thanked him. Moral of the story is, as painful as it may be, is that sometimes, we must let go of a good thing and um, um, well...Settle for less? No, I hardly think that's really what he meant, but, then again I haven't seen him since, so, I'm really not sure! I went to a Sad Cafe where we'd been once before hoping to see him again, but, could not remember what time we were to meet.. Realizing quickly I could not wait forever, as I knew eventually I could be picked up for loitering, I decided to move on and let go of "What Was" knowing that someday, someway, we may meet again and laugh about the whole thing! So now let's hear your story Bill...
added 28 May 2010 21:08
Comment by Bill
Sorry 30 Year whatever. Maybe you're one of those stool collectors.
added 28 May 2010 3:42
Comment by Bill
I just called to say I Wahwah. And I miss you from the bottom of my heart.
added 28 May 2010 3:40
Comment by 30 year perry fan
my lord Bill you really are stupid. If you think I am a male nurse you must be completely insane.
added 26 May 2010 18:49
Comment by Wahwah
I need a sign to let me know you're here, Cause all these rumors keep it all from being clear, I want a reason for this talk of things to be, I need to hear a brand new song from you Steve Perry! I won't give up, if you don't give up...
added 26 May 2010 16:52
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Oooh No Mr. Bill! Was it something I said? Was it anything I may have misspelled? Was it the way it all looked on paper? Was this relationship always hanging on by a thread anyway? Oh Nooooooo, I think I've been crushed once again, only this time, Sluggo had nothing to do with it!
added 24 May 2010 18:15
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How about this one, isn't it entirely possible that he is producing his very own stuff, and does not wish to have an agent??? I mean, the way musicians get ripped these days and don't forget about history, who is anyone to question what they are doing at all. In my view we would all be lucky if Steve Perry decides to come back at all after what he has already encountered...I do think it will happen, the when is entirely up to him!
added 24 May 2010 4:29
Comment by gluchnurse
Posted a note on the wallpaper of Randy Goodrum's facebook page asking if his comment in his bio on his webpage about working on new stuff for Steve Perry's next project could be amplified and explained. No response yet, though he has responded in May to other people's comments on other topics. Goodrum was the co-writer of 'Oh Sherrie' and other Street Talk album songs. Is a good sign, but that notation has been on his bio page for a couple months now. Says 'more later', but there hasn't been anymore, and Steve in the February interviews said he had nothing beyond the demo stage. SO....just don't get what is delaying him, unless it's the logistics of the ability to market it! But since the revamped 'Journey' released their album independently through Walmart, and since Sade released her first album in 10 years and it went to number 1 and she is over 60, a distributor HAS to know that there will be interest in buying Steve's project! Just wish someone would get it DONE! Indecision, and second guessing lead to paralysis and a self critique that can condemn one to just spinning in circles. He needs to set a deadline, self imposed or not, and pretend that like the old days he has a manager and the label breathing down his neck to give the project impetus and some wings!
added 23 May 2010 10:37
Comment by Wahwah
Oh No Mr Bill, I was thinking about Steve Perry this morning when suddenly, there was a "Strange Magic" in the air. A gathering of angels appeared above my head, they sang to me this song of hope and this is what they said, they said: "They paved paradise and put up a parking lot" I said: "What???" Then they said: "Just Kidding, what we really came to say is that "Heaven Is A Place On Earth" so I asked them "How Far Is Heaven" "Anyway" They said: "So Far Away" So, I said: "O.K. then, If "Heaven's Just A Sin Away" then how does one calculate the miles of a sin?" The angel in charge said: "I say high, you say low, you say why, and I say I don't know." I said: "Oh No... You say goodbye and I say hello" And things just got weird after that...I found myself wanting to say "Abracadabra" I wanna reach out and grab ya by the left wing and pull you off that cloud, but instead, I said: "O.K, so we seem to be having some sort of "Communication Breakdown" here. Is there anyway I can speak with the man upstairs?" The angels told me that would be fine with them if I could afford to buying the "Stairway To Heaven." Oh well, it was then I realized I would have to sail across the sun and make it to the Milky Way to see the lights all faded and that heaven is over rated before returning to the atmosphere with drops of Jupiter in my hair, and need I say what a mess that was? That was a soul vacation I'll never take again...So tell me Mr. Bill, how was your day??? I hope you're smiling!
added 21 May 2010 16:56
Comment by Wahwah
Where there's a will there's a way Mr. Bill... "Don't Stop Believing"
added 21 May 2010 15:27
Comment by Bill
Hey Bubbles. That was Joe that was going to post again in March. Were you drunk when you wrote that. It barely makes sense.
Thanks Wahwah, I may rock but you're the roll to my rock and roll. Can't You Say You Believe in Me.
added 21 May 2010 5:29
Comment by Wahwah
Steve Perry Rocks, So does Bill!
added 20 May 2010 2:36
Comment by Bubbles14
Hey bill i thought u werent going to annoy us again until march 2011 LIER hey and by the way dont be talkin like tht to 30 year perry fan ur probaly only doing it because u think ur so kool but ur not grow up and get a life stop annoying with ur so called u think "funny" comments there actually make no sense u probably live with ur moom i wuold not be suprised!
added 19 May 2010 23:26
Comment by Wahwah
Hey- hey- hey- ey-ey-ey...Mr. Bill- Bill- Bill- ill... Can You Hear Me Calling?
added 19 May 2010 20:48
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Ain't it good to know that you've got a friend Mr. Bill???
added 18 May 2010 21:45
Comment by
Mr. Bill,
"This Is Your Song" I may not be the same gender as Elton, but I hope you don't mind that I put down the words...
added 17 May 2010 4:54
Comment by Wahwah
Oh No Mr. Bill, It seems I'm "Feeling That Way" Once again, you've "Opened The Door" with "Open Arms" and I believe a "Chain Reaction" is occurring as we speak.
"Someday Soon" if the "Wheel In The Sky" should stop turning, just "Remember Me" I'll live on in your heart somewhere and hopefully "I Would Find You" on "Mystery Mountain" as "In My Lonely Feeling" I would "Look Into The Future" and you could see "The Eyes Of A Woman" as we have "Conversations" about "What Was" and realize "It's All Too Much" "On A Saturday Night" Then we decide never to go our "Separate Ways" again. Say, "Do You Recall" that time, just off the "Dixie Highway" where I was standing in the "Line Of Fire" caught on a one way street and it was "Too Late" to make a change? "Where Were You" when I needed you? Oh, maybe that wasn't you after all. LOL "Anyway" I am happy to hear from you once again Mr. Bill. I hope you had a lovely week! I always said "Anyway Way You Want It' that's the way you need it, but then, sometimes I do wonder if there is any truth to that... Oh well, "If You Need Me Call Me" when "The Party's Over" if it's not "Too Late" or anything. Stay Sweet and "Don't Stop Believing!"
added 14 May 2010 22:20
Comment by Bill
youve got the positive touch wahwah
added 14 May 2010 5:31
Comment by
How does one manage to "Turn The Tide" without acknowledging involvement?
added 14 May 2010 5:01
Comment by Wahwah
Sluggo took up nursing? Who would have ever imagined... "Anyway" What was I saying? Oh yes, I found myself "Missing You" too Mr. Bill. You know I still love you, though we touched and went our "Separate Ways" for a few days... It's been so long, but I still recall, Umm... well, maybe not, but it's great to talk to you again! I still love Steve Perry as I always have so not much has changed since I've seen your face. I hope all is well with you.
added 14 May 2010 4:33
Comment by Bill
Hey Wahwah. I missed you. Don't worry. Sluggo the male nurse wont come between us
added 13 May 2010 4:40
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Hello? Mr. Bill?
added 11 May 2010 19:12
Comment by Wahwah
Oh Noooooo, Mr. Bill, I meant to say, the most!
added 09 May 2010 9:00
Comment by Wahwah
Oh Noooooo, It appears that Sluggo has once again stepped in to squash Mr. Bill... What Now? How about we team up and make the ,ost of it anyway Mr. Bill???
added 09 May 2010 8:58
Comment by 30 year perry fan
Ya know Bill, Thats not what I wrote so grow up. Maybe you need to get medical help too. You cant seem to get your mind off one subject. You are just another shallow minded one thought pain like your little buddy joe.
added 08 May 2010 17:08
Comment by Bill
Hey. I wonder where 30 Year perv went?
added 07 May 2010 5:21
Comment by bill
What the f
added 05 May 2010 4:59
Comment by Kaj
Whether the comments are for or against Perry, this page truly shows that people still talks Perry in 2010 so Steve! Deliver a new masterpiece! PLEEEEEEEEEZE
added 24 Apr 2010 19:51
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Oh No! Mr. Bill, I do hope you're not hung up in traffic again! As we know the freeway can be a nightmare in rush hour...I was wondering if the "Freeway of Love" and "Expressway To Your Heart" look anything like Route 66??? I did hear that "Life In The Fast Lane" is a rough road to travel... But, If you take "The Long And Winding Road" and from there go "East Bound And Down" and then "Follow The Yellow Brick Road" all the way to the end, turn left and then go right at the first light "Down On The Corner" you should find the "Dark End Of The Street" where there's an "Old Man On The Corner" holding the detour sign which will guide you around the "Highway to Hell" and keep you safe in your travels. Whew! Now if I could just remember the name of that town that lies "Up Around The Bend" you might just get there by tomorrow. Oh well, buckle up and be safe!
added 23 Apr 2010 21:56
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Mr. Bill, It seems I am "Forever In Blue" and "It Could Have Been You" but for some reason, this "Troubled Child" is still "Happy To Give" cause "Once You Love Somebody," a "Chain Reaction" is bound to occur. This "Little Girl" while looking through "The Eyes Of A Woman" can clearly see "Who's Crying Now." "Still She Cries" when she hears that "Message Of Love," the "Girl Can't Help It" after finding that she "Can't Tame The Lion." I still recall a sad cafe that I visited some years ago, after leaving I found I was caught on a one way street and had to think quickly as "Precious Time" was about to run out on me, else, I could have ended up in the "Line Of Fire" and woke up in the "City Of The Angels." Although that may have not been such a bad thing at the time, I am so glad I decided to turn that big "Wheel In The Sky" and make my "Escape." As it turns out the "Only The Young" who were "Raised On Radio" "Don't Stop Believing" and "Faithfully" continue to search for the "Lights" to reveal the "Colors Of The Spirit" while know it's so "Easy to Fall" yet, they never forget once they've learned what's left "After The Fall..." Even though some of us go our "Separate Ways' and find ourselves worlds apart, we realize that "Open Arms" will find us someday. If you don't know what I am saying here, just "Ask The Lonely" I am sure they could explain it! Then again?
added 23 Apr 2010 15:47
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I wonder what happened to the "White Flag" I used to keep in my pocket??? Last time I saw it was the time someone asked me if I liked to go "Sailing." The only thing I remember after that was "Watching The River Run" as I was busy running the other way. He probably used it to break wind on his journey...No, Mr. Bill, not that way! Nah, I won't bother to rephrase that. I will say it would be so great "If I Could Change The World.' "If I were a business man, I'd sit behind a desk, I'd be so successful, it would scare Wall Street to death, I would hold a meeting for the press to let them know," uh, on second thought, maybe that would be a bit over the top... "I Know This Much Is True" "I've Had The Time Of My Life" so I guess you could say that III been lucky, I guess you could say, that it's all because of you, I mean you can say anything you like, all I know is "If Anyone Should Ever Write My Life Story" for what ever reason there might be, man would they ever be shocked! It would have to be a part ten series at least...But as I've said before, we all have our own stories to tell. Some are happy, some are sad, and some are tales about a world gone mad, some are silly some are true, I know there must be one about you... Hmm, bet it's a good one...OK, so now it's your turn to "Make Me Smile" Mr. Bill...
added 22 Apr 2010 21:41
Comment by Wahwah
And it's you once again leading me on Mr. Bill... Should I rest for a while at the side, or turn this boat around???
added 22 Apr 2010 14:17
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Oh, No, Mr. Bill, I Believe In You! I believe if you truly believe in love, then "Love Will Find A Way!" So Don't Stop" thinkin' about tomorrow!
added 22 Apr 2010 6:25
Comment by Bill
I guess I'm just crazy on a Ship of Fools and my love is in league with the freeway.
added 22 Apr 2010 5:02
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Mr. Bill, We can't go on just running away, if we wait any longer we will surely Never find "Paradise By The Dashboard Light," I mean not that we'd wish to find ourselves praying for the end of time to hurry up and arrive or anything...So "Can't You See" that we should stop riding fences and come to our senses before it's too late??? I was talkin' with a friend of mine, said a woman had hurt his pride and I said: When the truth is found to be lies and all the joy within you dies, don't you want "Somebody To Love?" He said: "Find Me Somebody To Love!" I said: It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you, but I must go to "Africa" and do the things I never have, first I will "Run Through The Jungle" and go "Rolling On The River" while "Riding The Storm Out" and watch the monkeys dance to "Jungle Love" to see "Who's Zooming Who." Afterwards I shall search for a fermented fruit tree and get my fill, they say there's a movie that never ends it goes on and on and on and on and I really don't want to miss it! Anyway, by the time I told my friend all of this, he was already on another midnight train going anywhere and I haven't heard from him since.. But tonight "It's Only You And Me" so you can tell everybody this is "Your Song" as long as you promise your not just some "Killer Queen" bee looking for some "Tupelo Honey" to tide you over until your next dish arrives. "How Can I Be Sure?" I mean it seems as though everyone I meet resembles "Frankenstein" not so much in appearance as behavior, "Do You Know What I Mean?" I try to avoid those who appear to have been drinking "Funk #49" a few years too many! It seems I begged "Cupid" to draw back his bow, he though I said throw back a bone. I dunno, sometimes i wonder who wrote the book of love anyway... I have to get moving it's getting late now, Oh dear, please "Don't let The Sun Go Down On Me" that would hurt and besides I still have paperwork in front of me... till next time!
added 21 Apr 2010 22:06
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Uh, Oh, Mr. Bill....I was just about to take a "Magic Carpet Ride" when all of the sudden this huge Iron Butterfly appeared from out of nowhere singing "In-A Gadda Da-vida," I thought about it for a moment and decided it might be a very painful encounter if I were to collide with one of those in mid air, so I decided to "Take A Walk On The Wild Side" to ensure I would "Get Back" to the "Green River" but just before I began walking, a "Magic Man" appeared before me saying "It's Too Late To Turn Back Now..." I said to him, "I Want You To Show Me The Way" and he said: "You're Gonna Have To Save Yourself This Time Darlin'" Now I don't know "Which Way Is Up" anymore. Oh, but, wait a minute... I do believe I see "Low Rider" "Up Around The Bend." Maybe I should be "Hitchin' A Ride" to the "City Of New Orleans" and from there I could go "Saling" until I see the "Lights" of "San Francisco" and I could be "Leaving On A Jet Plane" by Friday...Oh gee, I don't know where to begin, "Where Did Our Love Go" anyway? " Maybe it was Memphis?" For all I know I could have lost it when I was Leaving Las Vegas" or some place like that. All I remember is that I was "Walking In Memphis" once and saw the "Werewolves of London" "Dancing In The Street" "Downtown" as one of the was singing "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag..." "Baby, What A Big Surprise" That was! I asked one of them how to get to "Chicago" and I wound up in South Detroit instead. Go Figure...
Anyway "I Must've Got Lost" somewhere down the line. But I did meet some "Nashville Cat's" who asked me "Who Let The Doggs Out?" How was I supposed to know? So moving on...I found myself on "The Highway To Hell" when all of the sudden I was "Blinded By The Light" but "I Can See Clearly Now" so it's O.K. I just need to know "Where Do We Go From Here?" Things got a bit confusing with all the madness going on around me. So, tell me,
"Do You Know The Way To San Jose" Mr. Bill???
added 21 Apr 2010 18:23
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Hey Mr. Bill, "Who are you?" I promise "I won't tell your name" Do you think it's "Time For A Cool Change" or am I simply "stuck in the middle with you" while considering options? Oh Gee, "Say It Isn't So" and "I'll be alright" "With Or Without You." But remember, "I can't live, if living is without you" but, "I can see for miles and miles" and I'd be willing to bet you gotta "Fast Car..." So Now What?
added 21 Apr 2010 15:27
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Oh No Mr. Bill, I just remembered "Saturday In The Park" is only a few days away, so I must be on my way to Chicago. The last time we did this, "someone left the cake out in the rain," and "I'll never have that recipe again, Oh Noooooo!" This time I should just buy a box of doughnuts I guess... "Heaven Knows," I can't take that again after it took so long to bake that cake in the first place. All I know is that "I'm So Tired Of Bein' Alone" and while this "Family Affair" sounds like lot's of fun, actually, it's "Just Another Manic Monday" to me. Ooops, Gotta go now, the "Peace Train" will be boarding soon, so before I take off, "Let's Just Kiss And Say Goodbye," That way "I Will Remember You" will you remember me? If not maybe it's all for the best. Sometime "Words Get In The Way," so, I must leave now before it's too late to make a change. "Be Good To Yourself" now!
added 21 Apr 2010 15:04
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Hey Mr. Bill,
If your name was Steven Ray Perry every thing could change "In A New York Minute!" I do enjoy chatting with you though..."If I Could Turn Back Time" I'd Be "The Happiest Girl In The Whole U.S.A.!!!" But, that was probably before your time Mr. Bill. I do hope to hear more from you soon...So "Be Good To Yourself" and "Don't Stop Believing!"
added 21 Apr 2010 6:42
Comment by Bill
So Wahwah, tell me why can't this be love? I guess we'll never change what was.
added 21 Apr 2010 4:14
Comment by Wahwah
"What About Now" Mr. Bill? "Who Are You" and "Where Were You??" I'm waiting to hear you sing a few words of your own...I'm sure you could think of "Somethin' To Talk About" Sooooooo...
added 20 Apr 2010 21:29
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Interesting, I have searched everything I could find on Randy Goodrum and cannot find a statement to back that rumor.
added 20 Apr 2010 15:37
Comment by gluchnurse
Checked out Randy Goodrum's site-the amazing Nashville Hall of Fame songwriter who has written for and with hundreds of artists, including co-writing 'Oh, Sherrie' with Steve. He says that he is currently working on new material for Steve's next project, then 'more about that later'. Hope that means that Steve's oblique references to writing new material, and hoping to record it in multiple interviews this year are true!!
added 20 Apr 2010 9:36
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Hey Mr. Bill, have you ever been sendin' all your love along the wire, but for some reason kept getting a busy signal. It's better than "Nothing At All" I suppose... I was just thinking that when the "Lights" go down in the city, Oooh, I want to be there, but, if he can't hear my "Message Of Love" how will he ever know that "Tonight's The Night"? Guess, I'll just find a sad cafe somewhere...Maybe, I'm up against a no win situation, then again, he did say "Somewhere There's hope," so maybe I should take the midnight train going anywhere, maybe even Georgia just to see if he was right. It's enough to make you cry, ya know! It's been a mystery for sometime now, but my love will survive somehow, someway I guess.He said there are Only so many tears you can cry till everything around you is deemed a total loss due to flood damage... But when nothing stands between love and you, you'll sail on together and drift apart until you find "Open Arms" once more, That's the same way I love him...So for now I must get back to the insurance adjuster who claims they don't cover this type of flood damage after all.
added 19 Apr 2010 21:46
Comment by Wahwah
Hello Mr. Bill,
I must admit, it does sound interesting, although I realize, instead of "My Favorite Mistake" it could wind up being my "The Worst That Could Happen" to me. "Believe Me" when I tell you, being e-stalked, tracked and monitored is nothing like a lovely stroll "Under The Boardwalk" which reminds me of another little story of mine. When I was a "Young Girl" and thought I had "Too Much Time On My Hands" I discovered that "Love Is Like A Hurricane" First you see a "Bad Moon Risin" as the powerful storm rushes in and BAM!!! Next thing you know it's "Thunder And Lightening" I tell you it's frightening, especially when a gathering of angels appeared above my head and sang to me this song of hope, and this is what they said, They said: "Come Sail Away", Come Sail Away, Come and Sail Away With Me...I thought they must be mad, I mean first of all, I didn't believe in angels that much, and second, who in their right mind would go sailing in that crap??? Anyway, I trusted the angels and as the story goes we searched for tomorrow on every shore, and I still try as best as I can to carry on. I was all alone one day when it hit me," What About Love?" and "What's Love Got To Do With It?" Well, at least now, "I know the reason, love has a season" I even questioned it myself at first, but then, "I Saw The Light' in his eyes...Wow! I mean, once I had love and it was a gas, he was some "Heart Breaker" When he left he said: "You Should Be Happy" so even though I still cry for him, I must do my best to keep a smile on my face, but don't let my glad expression give you the wrong impression. The "Tears Of A Clown" when no one's around make it difficult to keep my cereal from getting soggy. So much for that story! Interesting that my friends seem to think I'm "Crazy" for feeling so lonely, but, I say it's just a "Natural Thing." "Love Will Lead You Back" If only you believe in "Miracles." So Turn Around Bright Eyes! Once you've seen a "Total Eclipse Of The Heart" You'll begin to learn that "Everything Is Beautiful" in it's own way...If I could only find my hurricane once again I'd say: "Give me your heart, make it real, or else forget about it!" While, it may be true Mr. Bill that "What doesn't kill you, will only make you stronger" I never invite danger to my doorstep! This is a crazy world we live in today, but, "Don't Let It Get you Down" "Ya Gotta Have Faith" in who you are..which begs the question "Who Are You" I really wanna know! Oh well, I still don't see how to get there from here, but, try to "Keep On Smiling" "Anyway" Someday, "Love Will Find A Way" and when it does "Magnet And Steel" have quite an impact on one another. So forget about "Tainted Love" and all that stuff, because "Ain't Nothin' Like The Real Thing" and love is...Never having to say I'm "Sorry" you're blue. Oh yea, keep an eye out for those hurricanes, they can turn you upside down in an instant! I'd love to sing more about a "Crazy Little Thing Called Love' but I must go... I just remembered I should begin working on the letter my heart forgot to send. Dear Steve Perry, "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" Ummm, uh.... Oooops! Forgive me Mr. Bill, I forgot where I was for a moment. Guess I should be "sendin' all my love along the wire" instead of in this thread, huh? Oh well, "Without love where would you be now?" "Counting Blue Cars" or doing the "Stray Cat Strut?" Whatever you decide "Don't Stop" thinking about tomorrow and "Listen To Your Heart," and when all else fails, "Don't Stop Believing." Take a ride on a rocket, take your mind, unlock it, that works wonders..."Who knows what tomorrow brings, in a world few hearts survive?" Not sure but, "I will go down with this ship," "I can't turn off my feelings like they're turning off a light, there's a fire that's been burning right outside my door, I can't see but I feel it and it helps to keep me warm, but I don't mind"...Huh? Wait a minute!...Oh yea, Gotta go before the house catches fire!
added 19 Apr 2010 17:54
Comment by Bill
Hey Wahwah. Send me your email address so we can talk in private
added 18 Apr 2010 6:15
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Hellooooo, Mr. Bill??? I guess you decided to take a "Lover's Holiday" somewhere...Must have been feeling as if you were "Down In The Boondocks" or something of that nature...People say that "One Thing Leads To Another" So I hope you "Get Back" to where you once belong in time to "Take The Last Train To Clarksville" so you can say "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" as you enjoy watching the "Lights" go down in the city... "Mama Mia," I can just picture it now "Imagine" as you and your Beatles loving, Abba Monkees, "Dance The Night Away" and "Jump" For joy as you "Shout" with excitement as you see the "Blue Moon" rising above and then you recall "The First Time Ever, I Saw Your Face" "Could It Be Magic?" Some say "The Chain" Keeps us together, while others say "Goodbye To You..." "I Can't Help Believing" that "Somewhere, There's Hope" as "I Will Survive" even though I feel as if "I Can't Live If Living Is Without You" It still turns out I have a "Heart Of Glass" after all. Just when I think "The Party's Over" I realize "It's Not Unusual" to be loved by anyone, "so often times it happens that we live our lives in chains and we never even know we have the key... "So Take It Easy" and "Just Remember I Love You" and it'll Be Alright...Oh Yea, "What Day Is This, And in What Month?" Oh well, I just hope It's not "Too Late" I remember thinking to myself "Please, Get Me To The Church On Time" but the funny thing is I don't remember for what reason...Oh yes, I do remember after all...That's what happens when the "Wheel In The Sky" keeps on turning so fast that it makes your head spin! Have fun Mr. Bill, I must get back and "Dance To The Music" of my beloved Steve Perry. I just heard him say "Good Morning Girl" so this must be my cue... As for you Mr. Bill, "Carry On My Wayward Son" "Take your lady by the hand and make her do a high handstand???" Hmmm, now that sounds a bit dangerous in many ways! Oh well, I suppose that may not be the best of suggestions, so anyway, whatever you decide to do, by all means "Don't Worry, Be Happy!" and even though we are "Worlds Apart" "Don't You Forget About Me" Remember "You've Got A Friend" and "I'll Be There" so "If You Need Me, Call Me!" Or should I say leave a message???
added 16 Apr 2010 18:28
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Ooops! it seems I left out the N, in the M word in the last line of my latest story Mr. Bill. Oh well, Mistakes? I've made a few! But then again, never mind! I think it's about "Forgiveness" though... Oh yea, "The Sweetest Thing I've Ever Known" Is loving Steve Perry...I hope you're O.K. with that Mr. Bill, I wouldn't want you to have a "Nineteenth Nervous Breakdown" or anything. "Love Is A Rose" yet, they say "Every Rose Has It's Thorn." Maybe thats why "My Heart Keeps Bleeding Love"
HUH? Anyway, keep your chin up Mr. Bill "Because The night Belongs To Us" I have no idea what to do with it though...is it possible they left out the K word on the N word? Maybe the knight belongs to us instead??? In that case Maybe I should check to see if the white horse comes with it. Just a thought...Maybe he has a map to that other different world I've been trying to "Escape" to??? I know Mr. Bill, you're probably thinking I should "Tell It Like It Is," so, O.K. Steve Perry is a Magic Man" and I do believe You're a "Soul Man." So "Pick Up The Pieces" and "Get Up Offa That Thing" dance and you'll feel better, while at the same time you could "Play That Funky Music" until "The Thrill Is Gone" Hmmm...
In case you find it has gone away for good, "Don't Stop Believing" because there's always "Tomorrow" So keep on smilin' through the rain, The sun will come out again, it never fails!
added 15 Apr 2010 18:15
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Forgive me for misspelling your name Don Henley!
added 15 Apr 2010 14:53
Comment by Wahwah
Howard Jones would be so flattered! Which brings me to that story about two different worlds...First one would have to schedule a "Magic Carpet Ride" in order to get there from here. Don't know about you, but I don't recall seeing any signs that advertise Magic Carpets for rent. "If I Could Turn Back Time" that song would belong to me instead of Cher... Don Henly says everything can change "In A New York Minute" so, "Don't Stop Believing" Mr. Bill. Just enjoy what's before you and "Keep You're Heart Open" cause, you never know at what moment you may be "Blinded By The Light" and "Faithfully" reminded that we are all here for a reason...So, "Listen To You're Heart" and "Everything's Gonna Be Alright"
"I Had The Time Of My Life" so many times I can't count hem all. On the other hand, sometimes, "I Get These Steadily Depressing, Low Down Mind Messin'
Working At The Car Wash Blues" The Doctor Say's to "Put The Lime In The Coconut" and call him in the morning, but I can never find his number when I finally do wake up...Oh well, I am usually better by late afternoon anyway. "Did You Ever Have To Finally Decide" to just say forget it? Wait a minute, I just remembered! I was supposed to be telling you about living in two different worlds, but, now I can't remember what I was getting at. Wish I could go "Sailing" cause it takes me away to where I've always heard it should be. Maybe that's the point I was hoping to make..."Somewhere Out There" There's a "Lonely Man On The Corner" and he's just waiting for something to show. Not sure when he'll see it, all I know is I heard him say: "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" I guess that's better than hearing him say: "Tomorrow May Be To Late" So, in conclusion, I must "Keep On Rolling" before "The Next Teardrop Falls" "I'm not aware of to May things, I know what I know, if you know what I mean..Do ya?
added 15 Apr 2010 14:50
Comment by Wahwah
You can look at the menu, but you just can't eat, You can feel the cushion,but you can't have a seat, you can go dippin' in the pool, but you can't have a swim, You're the fastest runner, but you're not allowed to win????? Is that what you're trying to say???
added 15 Apr 2010 7:27
Comment by Bill
Too bad you cant come to sing to me in person my sweet little cuckoo.
added 14 Apr 2010 5:16
Comment by
Uh, Oh...Sorry, I wasn't implying that you were a one armed man singing "Open Arms" I simply forgot to add the s... Oh gee, I see I put that s in the wrong place, I know you will find it as you read further. Oh yes and I do want to mention, I still say Steve Perry has a gift that keeps on giving...He Is One Amazing Man!
added 13 Apr 2010 20:22
Comment by Wahwah
Oh Nooooooo! Here I am "Against The Wall" again..."We sailed on together but drifted apart" Now that you've come back with "Open Arm?" Tell me, "Where Were You?" I know about Circus life under the big top, while it may seem very glamorous and exciting, we all need the clowns to make us laugh... Through space and time, more ways than others I begin thinking... "After The Fall" when "The Party's Over" What was I to do??? "Oh, Sherrie", the girl I mentioned before, did you try calling her up? I know, she'll probably going hurting you, but remember there's a fever, that you'll never find nowhere else, but then again, you shoulda been gone if that's what you were going for in the first place. It's been a mystery, still we try to see, why something good can hurt so bad...Which reminds me of a strange story! Long ago, in a far away land, A friends and I along with another friend were driving along when we somehow got caught on a one way street, still we tried to see, I still don't know how our love could be so so blind...But, "Anyway" all of the sudden Sluggo showed up and everyone split quickly! (That great big hammer seems to have that effect on people) , know what I mean? It just didn't make sense, everything before that moment Sluggo arrived had been like living some beautiful dream, from which I never wanted to be awakened. Although, we knew our love could not partake, we were still making plans that Sluggo destroyed entirely! Leave it to Sluggo to smash the dreams of the innocent ones. Seriously though, We touched and went our "Separate Ways" as I lived with the nightmare of Sluggo showing up and stalking me every time I tried to begin my life again. I haven't seen Sluggo in years! To be honest, I think he must have met up with Mr. Clubbo and taken on a secret identity. I hope Clubbo can make a new man out of him! Anyway, Our "Summer Of Love" was completely destroyed by a man with a hammer and I have yet to rebuild...Kind of sad that I never saw my friend again either. They hit the road, and for all I know, "Still They Ride" Funny thing though, it's almost like he never left, I still feel his presence wherever I go. So anyway my point is, "Don't Stop Believing" just because you can't see something, If you feel it, then I am certain it must be real! It is possible that two, can become one in spirit. That's "The Power Of Love" as Huey Lewis would say...Oh yea, just remember, If you don't get it, then forget it, I've Had My Share Of Life's Ups And Downs and I realize that some things, just aren't meant to be... The last thing on earth I want to do is to "go on together living a lie" just because "Neither One of Us Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye," Gladys Knight sang that so beautifully, don't you think? Oh, BTW "I Got A brand New Pair Of Roller Skates" that I can't use now, it seems I lost the "Brand New Key" on that dreadful day Sluggo showed up to smash me. Oh well, Melanie doesn't sing much anymore so I guess the skates may have been a bad idea anyway...Who knows and does it matter anyway??? Hmmm... Oh no, Mr. Bill it seems I have to run now, you see there's this guy, and I heard he sang a good song, I heard he had a style, so now I should go listen. Maybe, Roberta Flack knew that it was better to have someone "Killing Me Softly With His Song" than to let Sluggo kill me with a hammer over and over. LOL I hope you enjoyed my sad story, but please remember...Everybody's got at least one good one! Maybe someday I can sing you a story about "Living In Two Different Worlds." I think that's already been done too! I could go on forever but I won't, I will just say this, ouch! Not to worry, it's just that well, sometimes, l feel as though I am Still being smashed by that stupid hammer. I guess some memories are forever!
added 13 Apr 2010 20:02
Comment by Bill
Hi Wahwah. Can you sing some more to me? Nothing to hide, believe what I say.
added 13 Apr 2010 4:04
Comment by Wahwah
Uh, Oh... Sluggo must have run away with Mr. Bill...Oh Nooooooooooo!
added 13 Apr 2010 2:59
Comment by Wahwah
Oh Nooooo again, Sluggo says he's had it up to here with all this blogging. You should see the computer screen now, it's horizontal and very hard to see anything other than a horizontal light. I've heard of flat screens but, I didn't realize I would someday have one. He just took out that great big hammer and slammed it! Oh well, at least I got out of the way in time...
added 10 Apr 2010 21:01
Comment by Wahwah
Hey Mr. Bill, I was just thinking about how some would do anything "For The Love of Strange Medicine" I wonder if Steve Perry knows I've been sneaking from his cabinet all these years???? I also wonder if he would ask for reimbursement??? Now that would be my pleasure! Tee hee, I get so messed up just thinking about it!
Oh crap, Sluggo's back, See ya next time if I don't get squashed! "Be Good To Yourself!"
added 09 Apr 2010 23:02
Comment by Wahwah
Oh, no, my mistake again, it wasn't Sluggo's motorcycle after all, only a search helicopter looking for Sluggo again. It seems he slugged Mr. Gill by mistake! He doesn't know how to spell ya know, not to mention is also hard of hearing... Anyway, you should have a good head start by now. Sorry if I startled you. Oh well,
I must get back to what I was doing... Steve Perry is about to sing to me again.
Enjoy your "Escape" Mr. Bill...
added 09 Apr 2010 19:24
Comment by Wahwah
Oh nooooooooooo Mr. Bill, "We're standing face to face, a different time a different place" Sluggo won't be pleased if he finds out I got the "Wedding Bell Blues" "Whoa, I thought that I could hide away, but the lonely walls kept closing in, I only came back to say, life ain't nothin' without a friend" " Why should I feel so sad thinking of times when life was a smile? I've dreamed of turning back time to memories so dear, Now I'm here where I must go on" "For the love of strange medicine" Mr. Bill... It seems that I "Can't Stop" "I Am" "Missing You" "When you're In Love For The First Time" "Forever Right Or Wrong" (Loves like a river) As Supreme as this may sound Baby, "I Hear A Symphony" Oh, forgive me,"You'd Better Wait" my mistake, that was just a "Melody" Guess I was only "Captured By The Moment" "My My My" "Makes No Difference" "Anyway" "It's Only Love" You Should Be Happy" Oh, no... My mistake again "It's Just The Rain" Don't get me wrong, I'll be "Missing You" if you should "Go Away" So "Don't Tell Me Why You're Leaving" as we already know Sluggo is apt to show up at an given moment and we all know what would happen next...So "Listen To Your Heart" "Stand Up" (Before It's Too Late) I know you'll be "Running Alone" but just remember "If You Need Me, Call Me" "One More Time" but I must warn you, Sluggo might throw the both of us "Against The Wall" if he were to catch us here together... Which brings me to a question I've been meaning to ask...Is Sluggo made of clay like you Mr. Bill?
Just curious...Oh well, I must take my "Foolish Heart" and place it back on the shelf. "Faithfully" I must go on to face the world once again. So, "Be Good To Yourself" Mr Bill, and "Oh... Sherri" sounds like a nice girl, you may want to call her up and ask her out. I mean, you never know, right? Oh nooooooo, I think I hear Sluggo's motorcycle rounding the corner as we speak... Run Mr. Bill, Run!
added 09 Apr 2010 18:53
Comment by Bill
Strung out and hung up on you Wahwah
added 09 Apr 2010 4:11
Comment by Bill
You dont sound so old wahwah. You sound hot. You sure do know your SP lyrics.
added 09 Apr 2010 4:08
Comment by Wahwah
Oh Noooooooooooo Mr. Bill...If Sluggo sees this he will squash the both of us! First he'd find you and start singing "She's Mine, All Mine" just before he smashes you with that great big hammer and then it would be bye, bye, bye, Suzie, So long for me! As painful as it may sound, maybe we should go "Separate Ways" and just pretend we never met. I realize we'll never change "What Was" because it's "Too Late" no need to wonder "Who's Crying Now" I think the answer is obvious! Oh well, At least I'll always remember you and me and our "Summer of Love" or was it spring? "Anyway" where was I? Oh yea, I'm just a city girl living in a lonely world who can't stop believing in Steve Perry, In other words It's hard to love somebody, especially when they don't belong to you, cause their loving someone else, know what I mean??? What's left "After You Fall??? "Ask The Lonely" After all, "Only The Young Can Say' there's still a chance to turn this around. When you get to be my age you begin to wake up wondering if there's still a chance to turn the corner in time to get to the bathroom in time..."I learned so much from you and I thank you!" Least that's what I told Steve, ok, ok, in a dream I had but it sounded good anyway! I should go away for now before Sluggo shows up again. In the meantime, Have Faith, Believe, cause "Somewhere There's Hope" so stop your self before you start "You'd Better Wait" don't look back, don't lose heart cause somewhere there's love! Somewhere, Somewhere...
added 08 Apr 2010 17:58
Comment by Bill
Hi Wahwah. I'm cuckoo for you.
added 08 Apr 2010 2:52
Comment by wahwah
Hi again Bill,
I see you must be as cuckoo for Steve Perry as the rest of us. I myself love him too. Just keep the thread going so maybe he'll take a look someday! If you need friends all you have to do is be nice here, we do have a sense of humor! Anyway, just checking in for the latest and I see it's you again, Oh well, nothing new but I still have faith!!! How bout you cuckoo???
added 07 Apr 2010 6:54
Comment by Bill
Cuckoooooo. Cuckooooo.
added 07 Apr 2010 5:16
Comment by lovemso
What else can you expect from someone who cannot relate to music or language???? Hi Bill... Hope you're having great fun while the rest of us are having more!
added 06 Apr 2010 5:30
Comment by Bill
Cuckoo, Cuckoo.
added 06 Apr 2010 4:07
Comment by
"Some are believers, some are lost, their lost and alone, some are deceivers their soul's been sold, for the love of strange medicine..." Steve Perry fans not only Believe, We Believe in what is! It appears Mr.Bill is in desperate need of another dose of something....! It's O.K. Bill, we understand... Damaged brain cells left you to spend your last to cents in hopes of getting another rush of negativity! I do hope that someday you will find a better prescription, at a more reasonable rate... And as Steve Perry fans know, The love of strange medicine has nothing to do with drugs, The title is simply a metaphor. Maybe someday Bill, your brain will begin to understand things of that nature...Till then Have a great life! If loving Steve Perry is Cuckoo, then you may count me in... And Oh No! Lookout Mr. Bill... it's that mean old guy Sluggo again and he's got a hammer!
Oh Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
added 05 Apr 2010 16:39
Comment by Bill
Cuckoo. Cuckoo.
added 05 Apr 2010 3:11
Comment by 30 year perry fan
I have not heard anything else yet, still waiting.Also who ever that was who wrote to Bill on march 31 @ 19:31 you have said it right! I would have to agree with every thing you said. It is hard to help those who do not wish to better themselves but there is no reason not to wish it for them. OH, one more thing, to bill, if you really miss joe, go write with him elsewhere so you'll have you buddy to chat with. Us fans will have eachother to chat with so dont worry , it wont be lonely.
added 03 Apr 2010 20:05
Comment by Cc
I was wondering if anyone heard anything since Steve Perry did the interviews in February?
I saw a photo of him taken at the airport a couple of weeks ago and he looks soooooooo great! His hair is long again and he has lost a lot of weight.
The guy on facebook said he was so nice! I wish I could meet him someday...
I hope he is gearing up for a come back! That would be so cool!!!
added 01 Apr 2010 18:50
Comment by
Crazy??? Come on, Mr Bill, excuse me, but, Oh No! It sounds as if you were hit by Sluggo one too many times. All one has to do to see that is look at the previous postings to see what the trouble is here...
It seems you are still hating on Steve Perry Fans because they found something through His music that you couldn't even fathom...Way Too Deep for someone such as you I guess. You might consider another hobby as music and language are not something you understand entirely! Mud slinging or snuff spitting may be more enjoyable for someone of your caliber... Maybe you should try going back to elementary school? Sounds like your about the right age for that! If you don't like who you are, instead of trying to intimidate others, (which by the way you are not good at) You could always find some means of positive self improvement. You know life is unkind to everyone in some way. Don't be jealous of success, instead, reinvent yourself so you may become successful! Steve Perry fans say Steve Perry Rocks! How do you choose to be remembered???
added 01 Apr 2010 18:18
Comment by Bill
Sell crazy someplace else. We're all stocked up here.
added 01 Apr 2010 4:26
Comment by
Steve Perry is not God Mr. Bill, He is an angel or pilgrim among many so to speak, who's messages of love, hope and faith and forgiveness are still heard loud and clear by many fans around the globe who are open to listening without judging and making false accusations about someone we don't know... Only a true musician or music lover would understand that statement. People become fans depending simply on what they believe in, how they interpret language of the artist, and their taste in musical sound. So say what you like about Steve Perry fans, I like so many others have conceived the light of his beliefs displayed through music and have to say, the man is beautiful!!! If you don't like Steve Perry you need to look within yourself and ask some serious questions. I mean really, jealousy just isn't a good reason to hate! If you awaken one day to find yourself surrounded by darkness, try listening to "Be Good To Yourself" and I mean take in every lyric and think about how Steve has handled his career in the past. It will get you off your pity pot and have you hearing your very own theme song in your head as you put on a smile and walk out the door realizing everyone feels beaten at one time or another, it's how you treat yourself as a result of the torture that determines ones true character!
That is when your True Colors as some would say, begin to shine through, you have to determine which colors are truly appealing. If you search for happiness, the small pleasures in life are great! Some are too small to see until you stay focused long enough for them to grow into something more beautiful than you could ever dream. Hate feeds grief and anger in the soul of the hater, Not appealing at all!
Make it a beautiful week everyone!
added 31 Mar 2010 19:31
Comment by Bill
Well, I'll leave you drones to your god worship.
added 30 Mar 2010 16:35
Comment by Dee Dee
I am oh-so excited about Mr. Perry's next production... He is one phenomenal artiste! And to those pessimists out there.... Yea, you got it, don't stop believing!
added 30 Mar 2010 13:29
Comment by
Nicely put Kaj! How could anyone be disappointed in Steve Perry after all he's done so far...Only someone with absolutely no taste for music would say anything negative about Steve! In other words, don't mind them, either they are simply clueless about what makes a great musician or vocalist. Ultimately they will find another site to pick their fights as they realize you can't fight with reality...The reality is that Steve Perry is loved by very, very many who know how to handle the child like behavior some of these haters display...Forgive them, They know not what they say, they only think they do! The proof is there if you know what truth is!!!
Steve Perry is awesome!!! And as for the haters, They don't even like themselves, that's the real reason they say the things they do. They only feel good when putting someone else down. Unfortunate for them, Steve Perry lovers see that!
added 30 Mar 2010 2:32
Comment by Kaj
How can anyone be disappointed of Perry after all he has given us from his time in Journey and his solo albums. I read at RandyGoodrum.com that Randy is writing with Steve Perry again so Perry is obviously making new music. I will wait and in the meantime, i will listen to all the stuff he has done up to now.
added 29 Mar 2010 18:46
Comment by Ann
I would have to say 1.Against the Wall 2.Anyway
added 29 Mar 2010 7:20
Comment by Dissapointed Perry Fan
Well Joe is a tool, but he seems to have gotten it mostly right. I don't think there ever will be a new album and I think we've been made fools of once again.
added 29 Mar 2010 5:19
Comment by 30 year perry fan
As we are all waiting to hear the offical word of a new album or not, why don't we all just remember that a true fan is a fan forever. I will not dwell on when or if there will be a release but continue to love all that Mr. Perry has shared with us, and keep hoping for just 1 more album.. Anyone care to share their favorite song from either of his solos? I for one am partial to 2 songs. 1) You better wait, and 2) When you're in love, (for the first time)off of strange medicine. Also Running Alone off street talk.
added 28 Mar 2010 1:15
Comment by Bubbles14
Ya know Bill we get tired of u and joes words so for one go suck a cucumber and maybe when ur at it u can talk to joe to ur "buddy" as u like to say.
added 27 Mar 2010 23:46
Comment by
Nothing in stone, only what Steve said in his interviews last month. He is considering though...Say's he has many new songs he would love to put out there. Also says he misses performing. Who knows? I do hope we hear something new this year. Even if we do not get a new CD, it will never change my opinion of Steve Perry. I hope that whatever decisions he makes concerning his future will bring the happiness he deserves. I can certainly understand why he keeps a low profile these days as the wolves are always at the door! Vicious, hateful, and very cruel...Always someone looking to destroy the name of fame. Tabloid paparazzi thrive on the misery of the ones we admire and will stop at nothing to get a story, even if they have to set someone up or make false accusations... Pathetic, although I am certain that life has a way of coming back around to those people just like a boomerang... Anyway, I do hope Steve will at the very least produce another CD. Either way, I still Love the man!
added 23 Mar 2010 15:15
Comment by Dissapointed Perry Fan
So, now that all the drama is over, does anyone know when the new album is coming out?
added 22 Mar 2010 6:10
Comment by Bill
I for one, will miss Joe's honest postings. What will all of you do now? It seemed responding to his postings was your whole life. As Joe said, perhaps now you will get some.
added 21 Mar 2010 20:22
Comment by Bubbles14
I hope every body who reads this board knows joe is probably not posting anything else because he has nothing to say back to us we rule he drules every body knows that PERRY ON!
added 21 Mar 2010 17:45
Comment by 30 year perry fan
AMEN!!!! GOOD BYE JOE!!!!! But before you leave, just a bit of 411 for you .No, I am not a male nurse and I am in great health, and under 40 you butt munch I unlike you, Have a life and I am not the delusional one. And since you have posted your last message for the next year, I don't think you will respond so goes to show when you can't take the heat ya leave the kitchen! LOL!!! Sucker.
added 20 Mar 2010 19:47
Comment by Joe
Well, I do grow tired of this board, so this is my last message for one year. In one year I will check in to see how everyone likes SP's new album. I'll bet it will rock. Or after a long period of jerking us around some more we will see two or three demos on yet another greates hits album. See you in the Spring of next year. Mark your calendars for March 20 of next year.I know you will be holding your breath waiting for me. I have enjoyed our time together immensely. I hope you will all now get lives.
added 20 Mar 2010 5:49
Comment by StephenRayPerryLover
For the Love of Strange Medicine is NOT about drug addiction, necessarily.Steve, himself has said it is about material stuff like cars, houses, etc. The strange medicine that SUPPOSEDLY makes one happy and keeps one striving for. You can find this interview on youtube. It is called "The Kitchen is Closed." This is the only response I will give to you Joe as I have read your posts and do feel you like the negative attention. You are like a child DESPERATE for attention. So desperate that even negative attention is enough attention for you. Therefore I think that if we all stop responding and giving attention to Joe, he should eventually GO AWAY and take his disturbed mind elsewhere, hopefully to a shrink.
added 18 Mar 2010 5:08
Comment by Joe
Dont stop believin!
added 17 Mar 2010 18:45
Comment by Euracry Bayba
Hey Joe,
There you go again making derogatory comments about someone you don't even know...Your problem seems to be that you think you are a mister know it all when, in reality all you know is how to seek attention by making false statements regarding Steve Perry. I have heard his latest interviews and he never claimed positively that he was making a comeback, only that he is considering. What is wrong with that? He has the right to express uncertainty about future plans. Ha, I'll bet you can't tell me your plans for next week! If you did have plans, how can you be certain that life doesn't get in the way of those plans? What kind of person are you to insist Steve Perry is in anyway, a messed up person??? Sounds again like you can't stand looking in the mirror, so instead, You make pot shots at those who are successful instead of cleaning up your own garbage! Steve will do as he pleases concerning the future and as for his fans, we still have hope that he will give us another shot of his wonderfully strange medicine that keeps us floating for years at a time! If he doesn't, we still have what he has done in the past... It matters not what lies you speak about Steve, The rest of us know the truth when we read it!
added 16 Mar 2010 15:59
Comment by Joe
How do you know he is as good as ever? By the way FTLSM is about drug addiction. Hmmm, I wonder if that could be SP's problem. Look, it's like I've said before I would love for SP to release something new, but do a search for interviews since 1998. That's 12 Years. He keeps saying how much he misses singing and he's sketching something. Blah, blah blah. And what does he come out with? Nothing. All I'm saying is if you're not going to do anything, just say so. Stop saying that you are and then don't do anything. I hate Journey with Arnel but they just went Platinum (1 million copies). FTLSM only sold 500,000 and that was 14 years ago when SP was hot. Journey won't take him back with record sales like they have now and SP would be so insecure about releasing something new because it would probably only sell 300,000 copies. Sorry, but SP isn't going to take that risk so he will just fade away. Which is fine but stop saying you're gonna do something.
added 16 Mar 2010 5:39
Comment by Euracry Bayba
There once was a boy named Joe blow, he must have been thirteen or so, he just couldn't help it when he left all those comments that prove just how little he knows. Joe blow is a little bit weird, he says things no one wants to hear, he attacks all the names of those who have fame cause he can't stand to look in the mirror.
Oh well, what can you expect from a kid who is starved for attention. Steve Perry is certainly not effected by comments made by kids like you little Joe. If anything I am sure he would pity you as you appear to be so desperate that you try to gain attention by putting others down. Very sorry for you Joe!
Steve Perry is still as great as ever. Go do some research Joe, it may assist you in growing up instead of blowing up. Seriously, it's amazing what you may learn if you are willing and able. Oh no, maybe there lies the problem... Are you able? Some would do anything "all for the love of strange medicine" as Steve Perry so beautifully put it. Joe was merely seeking a taste of his very own strange medicine so, I thought this dose was essential to his well being. Hope you feel better now Joe!
added 15 Mar 2010 17:11
Comment by Joe
LOL. Then you must, by now, know how delusional you've become. Or maybe one doesn't know when that happens. I suppose you wouldn't. I mean Jeez, you really still believe a new album is coming out? If you are a 30 year fan you must be near 60 and your arteries must be hardening. No doubt you are probably a male nurse anyways. Uggghh!
added 14 Mar 2010 22:15
Comment by 30 year perry fan
Hey Joe, just how old are you anyway? 6, 10? oh wait you cant be that old, my niece has more brains then you! If he has demos, he is obviously singing. Oh, one more thing, Being in the health care field myself, My medical training tells me you need medical attention for your ptsd. You obviously didnt get enough attention as a kid.
added 14 Mar 2010 0:10
Comment by Joe
Sticks and stones may break my bones but Steve Perry will never sing again.
added 13 Mar 2010 6:20
Comment by wahwah
Just another Joe seeking approval from anyone. Obviously, Joe is seriously jealous and in (desperate) need of attention.. So for all you little old Joe's out there, You should find more creative ways to gain attention. Try blogging on the American Idol page, you should find the kind of attention you seek there! As for smoke and mirrors Joe, Blow smoke up someone else's behind and watch yourself in the mirror as you do... You look awfully pathetic when you do that Joe!
added 12 Mar 2010 16:39
Comment by gluchnurse
Come on STeve! Sade just released her first album in 10 years and topped the charts, and she is in her 60's. Julie Andrews, whose legendary voice was destroyed by botched vocal chord surgery is actually going to do a concert per an interview on the Daily Show. She jokes that she has a couple 'good bass notes left'. At some point, perfectionism metamorphes into self doubt, and then a vicious circle begins. Bring in some of those phenomenal collaborators that you worked so well with like T. Miner, a co-producer, and stop fussing! You say that you have this void by not performing and that it hurts. The way to assuage that pain is to just DO IT! We are your fans. WE don't expect you to be 30 years old. We don't want a rehash of the 1980's. We'll appreciate whatever you want to share about the place you are in today. With your talent, drive, craftsmanship, and quest for quality, it is sure to be amazing. So close your eyes, take that leap of faith, set a hard deadline-and get going. Do an HBO special and just market the DVD if you don't want to tour-go on Oprah, Dr. Phil to promote if you don't want the production hassles with concert venues. I'll wear my TiVo out, I promise, and buy enough CD's to make up for the ones I'll overuse. Just don't make yourself a self-fulfilling prophesy as your last legacy-about the one last album that you never quite got around to making. You are just too good and just too special a performer to have that be the footnote to your career!
added 12 Mar 2010 3:22
Comment by 30 year perry fan
First, Bill, go suck an egg, All I am saing is nobody wants to hear the crap. I never said he wasn't entitled to an oppinion And I know that joe can speak for himself so why are you butting in? OH, thats right you are just feeling left out. Loser... Second, Joe, I never said anything about your spelling you got confused
added 12 Mar 2010 1:10
Comment by Dissapointed Perry Fan
As annoying as Joe is, I hate to admit it, but I fear there will never be a new album. Probably a better chance of the two Cory's going back on the air.
added 11 Mar 2010 4:49
Comment by Bill
You go Joe. Hey 30 year perv, did you ever hear of freedom of speech. He can say what he likes.
added 11 Mar 2010 4:34
Comment by Joe
How could I quit when I know how much I annoy you. And I have to stick around to give you your spelling lesson still. I thought at first it said 30 year old perv.
added 11 Mar 2010 4:31
Comment by Annie
I agree with 30 year perry fan. He was and always will be the voice of journey. It's hard to mess with perfection.
added 07 Mar 2010 5:25
Comment by 30 year pery fan
YA know what joe, your not getting the picture are you? Let me clarify for you, NOBODY WANTS TO HERE YOUR CRAP ANYMORE. Did you get it this time? Just quit now. Like I said before, album or no album he is still the voice.
added 07 Mar 2010 2:39
Comment by Annie
If you listen to the interview with the dj from scotland he says that he has some new material that he will be recording soon. He doesn't say may be recording, he states will be recording. Although he doesn't give a date, just says soon.
added 06 Mar 2010 23:57
Comment by Joe
In one of his recent interviews he discussed Don't Stop Believing and then said there would be new stuff to remember him by. Now he's backpedaling LIKE ALWAYS. I think Neal must have kicked his ass one day and he's been whimpering ever since.
added 06 Mar 2010 21:37
Comment by 30 year perry fan
Joe, how do you know, factually, that the talk of a new album came from Steve Perry himself? Everyone knows that rumors can start anywhere at any time. If he comes out with a new album, Great for everybody! If not then crap happens and we hold on to the great material he has gracoiusly shared with us.So, stop saying that he is jerking around. Remember, you are not walking in his shoes, and dont really know what his plans are.
added 06 Mar 2010 15:17
Comment by Joe
I have heard Brand New Start. Awesome. Amazing. I'm serious. I never said his voice was shot. I'm just saying he's jerking us all around again and he must have serious issues. I'm not sure what they are. But jeev, stop saying how much you miss singing and performing and that you're planning on doing something when you're really not.
added 05 Mar 2010 3:56
Comment by Person
im getting anxious
added 05 Mar 2010 2:11
Comment by 30 year perry fan
OK, enough is enough, any one who doesn,t like steve perry just go away and leave us fans alone,. The truth is, you non fans must have no life because you are wasting your time with insults that noone wants to read. So grow up already. Also has any of you who think his voice is shot looked on youtube and listened to a brand new start featuring steve perry as back ground vocals? And to the fans as well, check out this song. Hes still got it!!!!!!
added 05 Mar 2010 2:10
Comment by Joe
To 5 Year Perry Fan. What gonna happen to me? You have me shaking in my boots. Maybe I can't win a singing contest but you'll never win a spelling contest.
Steve Perry's new lyrics: I'm forever yours ..... NOT
added 04 Mar 2010 4:58
Comment by Dave of Spain
Joe, you are the man. Perry fans should start carrying their fishing nets to Lochness Monster of Scotland to catch Nessie out of the Loch. The new album for Steve Perry is becoming a JOKE NOW and a myth to the road of obscurity.
added 03 Mar 2010 10:49
Comment by diane pletcher
iwould like tomeet steve perry and ask him to make my songs into musicc
added 02 Mar 2010 16:41
Comment by 5 year perry fan
Well i bet you are right 30 year perry fan i wonder if joe did find a cliff yet anyway, joe i dont think you should be talking about steve perry that way cause if you do bad things are coming your way. Even though i have only been a perry fan for 5 years i know one thing steve perry does not have a craked voice. I bet you couldnt win a singing contest against your 3 year old son thats if u even have one.
added 01 Mar 2010 15:44
Comment by Bill
I'm with Joe. This guys a tool. We'll know one way or another within the next 7 years because hes not going to have a new album at 68.
added 24 Feb 2010 2:56
Comment by 30 year perry fan
Hey Joe, Find Your Cliff Yet? Time for you to get over it. If Steve Perry does or does not come out with another album Us TRUE fans will still be fans. As for you Take your smoke and mirrors and stick em!
added 14 Feb 2010 18:24
Comment by lovemso
Dear Joe,
There was also an interview he did for Scotland last week, where he said he is very excited about the new songs he has written and is thinking about recording them. He is simply undecided...Joe, Blow your smoke somewhere else!!! The mirrors are only what you perceive. It is very possible he just may do that, after all, how many of the greats disappear from public view only to resurface in their later years? Most of them do! Steve Perry was much more than a one hit wonder as we all know, not to mention full of surprises! Take your hopeless opinion elsewhere, after all Steve's fans "Don't Stop Believing" just because Joe did! I suggest you go listen to all of the interviews he did last week before deciding that you know better than anyone else...
added 10 Feb 2010 13:54
Comment by Joe
I just listened to the Planet Rock Interview. You can find it on You Tube. SP says he's dabbling but hasn't gone into the studio. More smoke and mirrors. I told you so.
added 09 Feb 2010 6:29
Comment by lovemso
Steve has been doing phone interviews for the UK for the last few days...We may just get our wish concerning his comeback!!!
added 07 Feb 2010 0:43
Comment by Tanya Campbell
Steve perry could do a cover album of all his favourite songs and I would still treasure it.It would be personal because it would be all the songs that inspired him but with his signiture voice and music on it.Somewhere there is hope that oneday he will be inspired to make another dvd but for now I hold onto all the precious memories and joy he has given me through all his cds and dvds of the past Thankyou Steve Perry for your beautiful gift you so unselfishly give to the world.........Looking forward to the new 2010 cd?
added 06 Feb 2010 3:54
Comment by Lovemso
Funny while I was posting the last post Anyway You Want It began to play on the radio...How cool is that? Come back Steve, That's what I want!!!
added 03 Feb 2010 21:04
Comment by lovemso
The interview was great! It was so nice hearing his voice again and he sounds great...I am so happy to know he is well. As for now there are no hints of when and if he may do something new, Only that he thinks about it! As for now he has not been in any studio doing any recording. Don't give up though, it sounds as if he misses recording. In the mean time Don't Stop Believing as we continue to support Steve Perry... We love you Steve!!!
added 03 Feb 2010 21:02
Comment by lovemso
For anyone reading this today, Nickey Horne of Planet Rock has just announced they are hoping to interview Steve Perry via phone at 7pm uk time. better pop over and listen! Fingers Crossed...
added 03 Feb 2010 19:51
Comment by lovemso
Blue, as I said, no one said anything about you specifically, just the link! We all come to these places for new info about Steve Perry just as you, I only said I don't trust the link, nothing to do with you personally!
added 27 Jan 2010 22:47
Comment by Blue
Lovesmo, I am also leaving this forum because the headline is about SP releasing a new album end of 2009. And as I posted in the other forum, it was someone else's post 'about me' that made me decide to leave the forum so it was nothing you have said.
added 27 Jan 2010 21:42
Comment by lovemso
Hi again Blue,
If you read what I wrote on the other post, you will see that I didn't say I got the virus there, I was simply saying there are many forums you should be wary of as one of the other girls had said that link is where her trouble began...You may want to read carefully what I did post. Some of those forums, when neglected for a time do become places where hackers step in and take over to harass the unsuspecting, I simply warned for people to be careful. If you do not have the proper protection on you computer you may be asking for trouble, that's all. Just saying!
Anyway, again, no need to take it personal Blue, I was just offering a few words of caution. Crap happens when you least expect it. You are very lucky if it has never happened to you. I've taken a few hits like that in my time, so when I noticed the last post about Steve Perry was august of last year I decided just to continue the waiting game until I see something more promising. Better safe than sorry.
added 27 Jan 2010 21:09
Comment by Blue
I'm a follower in that account and have been for some time and my computer has not been sabataged nor has my identity been stolen! I think this account was set up by SP or his reps to get a consolidated tally of all those who might purchase his new CD if he were to release one. This account may very well be authentic because the news last year was about his new CD and, just maybe, because the twitter account has a very low following, that is the reason there is no 2010 news of this release. So I'm just suggesting that people join this account, then maybe there will be news of a CD release late Spring or Summer. I understand fears of identity theft, you can always use a fake name on the internet. And Lovesmo, you said in the other forum your computer got a virus from a different Perry101 Easter Family link.
added 27 Jan 2010 17:36
Comment by lovemso
Heads up everyone,
I am sure Blue meant well, but that twitter sight is said to be a virus waiting to happen. Do not sign up to follow him on that sight as one girl posted she had to spend quite a bit of money to cleaning up after that mistake. While I love Steve Perry, I am very cautious about signing up to be a member of anything just because his name is attached.
added 26 Jan 2010 19:34
Comment by Blue
Follow SP on Twitter at www.twitter.com/steveperry101. This account is not found in Twitter's 'find people' and has not been verified. Twitter is supposed to be fixing this problem. We just need ALL his fans to join, then maybe we will hear new music. Signed, just a fan.
added 23 Jan 2010 22:55
Comment by timothy a glines
I have been a journey fan since I was about seven when i wandered off a bit past where mydad said i could go. you see he was an accomplished gladiolous hibridizer and was judging the annual sacramento show held at the garden and arts building right down from , i believe it was the sac. memorial auditorium . Already loving music , singing harmony with my parents at grandpas church at the age of four ,& playing drums at five I followed beatiful harmonies in the distance until i reached the block that my dad said not to cross . I thought about it a minute but couldn"t resist getting closer to this ever loudning and most intriguing style of music . When i finally arrived at the front entrance i rememberplaying "air drums" and trying to peer through a partially open door when a kind security worker said " Brother , Do you know who that is in there ? " Thats that new journey band & mmm mmm arent they somethin' he graciously grabbed my shoulder moving me inside closing the front door behind us . Being from a christian family full of preachers & gospel singers , it would be a few more years till i was allowed to have a rock and roll record , but when that time came i asked if it could be the song lights instead of a fine elvis presley record some how to my dismay i ended up with the pablo cruise record aplace in the sun . because some of the guitar parts sounded like that "Acid rock " . but on my next birthday I was given evolution & soon after learned every track by heart vocals as well as drums My thanks to journey : For an early lesson in what a good rythym and blues song should be like . for teaching me to sing from deep within my dyaphram as well as from my heart and soul to anyone lending an ear or needing a song. i ONCE HAD THE RARE OPPORTUNITY TO THANK STEVE PERRY IN PERSON AT A SMALL RESTRAUNT ABOVE KAWHEA RESERVOIR AS HE WALKED IN WHILE i WAS HAVING A BIRTHDAY MEAL WITH MY BROTHERS FAMILY . BELIEVING THAT THE LADY HE WAS WITH WAS HIS MOM , I THOUGHT IT WOULD BE RUDE TO INTERRUPT THEYRE SEEMINGLY ENJOYABLE CONVERSATION SO I SETTLED FOR A SMILE AND A NOD THE NEXT TIME HE LOOKED IN OUR DIRECTION .mY SISTER IN LAW SAID SHE SAW HIM SMILE BACK.
added 23 Jan 2010 11:48
Comment by lovemso
Happy Birthday Steve Perry! You will be in my heart forever...I wish you all the joy and happiness you so greatly deserve. Love you so, more than you'll ever know!
added 23 Jan 2010 4:24
Comment by Susan (Your #1 Fan in MD)
Happy Birthday Steve! I love you and wish you very well. Looking forward to your new album...I hope the rumours are true. Hey, Did you hear the new Journey karaoke lead singer? There can never be a Journey band without you!!!!! Miss you and LOVE you. Hope you had a great day!!
added 23 Jan 2010 2:00
Comment by cutlets29
Dear Steve, I want to say I wish you a happy 2010 along with a very happy birthday. I think you know how much you are loved already but incase you dont, just look around on all the sites that worship you every single day. Your fans are praying that you give us word on your new album and maybe a tour to go along with it. Well you enjoy your special day with family, and friends, and remember we will enjoy it too!!!
added 22 Jan 2010 5:25
Comment by just dak
Happy Birthday to a most wonderful man....and voice. Hope this year finds you well...and in great spirits. Hope to see that new CD out soon...cant wait to hear that angelic melodic voice...and the words that somehow can always be felt ,,, from the soul . Blessings to you....
added 19 Jan 2010 15:40
Comment by gluchnurse
Happy Birthday! Mr. Perry! May this be the best year ever for you and those you love. We, your fans, hope that you can make this a wonderful year for us, too, by releasing newly recorded music. We're eager to hear anything you want to throw at us-because we know that you are diligent about your craft, meticulous in your production techniques, and convey more emotion in a single note than many singers can stuff into an entire song. Have a wonderful, safe, and healthy 2010!
added 19 Jan 2010 10:08
Comment by Bubba
Yea right.
added 19 Jan 2010 3:45
Comment by Missy in Ottawa,Ont.
Happy, Happy Birthday!!!! Steve! As you have heard, many times over I'm sure-this NEW release??? will be a sure-fire hit. All your fans have waited a long time for this, and it will have been worth the wait. I will be the first in line to buy it, of this I have no doubt.I work in a college, and have all the new students who are in their teens and early 20's listening to your music, with Journey and solo, and they love it! So, I'd like to think that I am keeping the fires burning, so to speak. Luv U Always! Missy-----Oh, and when you tour for this new release,,,please, remember Ottawa, Canada, it will be a sell-out, I promise!!!!! Enjoy your B-Day! XO
added 17 Jan 2010 17:02
Comment by Angie
What another promise of a new album-I won't hold my breath (again)
added 17 Jan 2010 7:06
Comment by mary
Happy Birthday! Cant wait for the promise to come true again!
added 17 Jan 2010 1:04
Comment by 1fitcaligirl
HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEVIE!!!! Love and miss you sooo much.
added 11 Jan 2010 17:24
Comment by Rockchick..
A Big Happy Birthday to Steve Perry! Long live the VOICE!
added 10 Jan 2010 5:35
Comment by Rockchick
Long live Steve Perry and his beautiful VOICE.....He is still sexy at any age.....Yes, I had the pleasure of seeing him in concert twice when they came to Los Angeles.......LA loves Stevie Perry......I got to meet the group minus Steve at the LAX in the 80's....Got to send a message to Steve....
added 10 Jan 2010 5:32
Comment by 30 year perry fan
Hello to all of the Steve Perry fans out here. I agree with wherewereu. Lovin' Steve always! Wanted to come out and wish Mr. Perry an early HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
added 10 Jan 2010 2:25
Comment by Lovemso
You're in our hearts always Steve Perry!
Steve Perry we love you and want you know
You own the voice that touches our soul
Every soft whisper, each word of faith
Is always received in love's resting place
Happy 2010!
added 30 Dec 2009 15:37
Comment by Cheryl Faye Jackson
Hi Steve,
I Love You! Happy, Happy New Year!
added 30 Dec 2009 7:13
Comment by lovemso
Please Steve deliver another new CD, DVD, whatever you decide, it would bring Joy to so very many lives... We love you!
added 30 Dec 2009 5:26
Comment by wherewereu
Hey Joe,
You sound like an all around nice guy... Now that my friend is real bs!
Steve Perry is the man, is a pity so many are jealous of the attention he receives without even trying. He has no need to engage in dealing with people who seek attention through making negative comments at the very mention of his name.
So carry on making a fool of yourself if you must, we shall carry on with our belief that he will release something new. I Love Steve Perry! Sorry if that offends anyone, on second thought... Nah, I Love Steve Perry! How bout the rest of you Perry Fans?
added 29 Dec 2009 1:53
Comment by 30 year perry fan
Well well well, doesn't look like joe found a high enough cliff to jump from so I will say this, Joe shut up grow up and stop downing Steve. You really need to get a life for the fact is, you say you would like to see Steve come back with another album so instead of being an ahole be a REAL fan or find your cliff.
added 27 Dec 2009 4:22
Comment by Kaj
Id rather be a yeasayer than I naysayer so hellyeah! there will be a new Perry record in 2010. Merry Xmas everybody
added 24 Dec 2009 8:25
Comment by Marylou
I have been a Perry fan from the beginning, and certainly wish if Steve is going to release a new CD he would give his fans a little Christmas Present.....HINT ! It would be something to look forward to.
I have had the pleasure of seeing Steve perform with Journey twice, and would not have missed it for anything. These days, we can watch so much on youtube and even buy a few DVDs but we would LOVE a new CD, DVD or anything Steve wishes to do.
I have always admired him for many things including his love for his mother who passed before the Raised on Radio Album and tour. Steve had to deal with a lot of grief, and I know how that feels. Sometimes it takes a long time to come to grips with something so tragic.
I wish Steve would check these boards and know how many fans he still has. Of course I am sure he has plenty to keep him busy, but if he really IS going to do something, OR decided not to do anything, it would be nice to set his fans straight.
If he announced today that he was going to release a CD, I would have my order in for it tomorrow. I would not care what was on it as long as it had his voice.
Perry ON !!
added 23 Dec 2009 23:18
Comment by Joe
wow are u sure your not sp because you spout the same bs he does. Have another sip of coolaid
added 19 Dec 2009 9:16
Comment by wherewereu
Here I am "Missing You" Steve Perry. You can bet I'll buy anything with Steve Perry's Voice on it...As for Joe Steve Perry didn't do anything to hurt his fans. Sometimes life gets tough and people need to step back and take a look at where they are heading. I guess until it happens to you you could never understand that. True Steve Perry fans understand and respect that. I feel privileged to have been able to witness his magic first hand. No way to describe that feeling! Your true fans are Forever Yours, "Faithfully" Steve Perry!!
added 16 Dec 2009 22:15
Comment by diane pletcher
steve perrys music is special ,he knows what he wantsin his music ,. hesolder but he stil steve perry of journey to me , aspecial person some 1to holdon too merry xmas steve
added 16 Dec 2009 13:47
Comment by cutlets29
Joe, you sound just like my exhusband, No- wonder why I divorced him!!! you my friend are a bummer!!!
added 08 Dec 2009 19:43
Comment by cutlets29
All I know is steve came out and told his fans that the Hawaii concerts were false and he would do the same about anything else. Awhile ago in a Vegas paper it said steve perry was to release his new album in feb,2010. Somethings coming because artist have confirmed that they are working with perry on a album! Perry also said in a interview that he would like to sing with sada and her album is coming out in feb 2010. Maybe hes will be on some of her tracks I guess we will just have to wait and see but I know somethings going down, going down!!!
added 08 Dec 2009 19:39
Comment by Just1More
I'm jumping out of my skin wanting the release of a new album from Steve Perry!! I cant wait to hear his voice...remember when he first started with Journey and THE VOICE was unreal. But I have to say that I love his voice that is deeper. It is incredibly sexy listening to him sing deep. I never had the opportunity to see Journey in concert & I kick myself about it! Looking forward big time to the release of the album! Hope that someone announces it when it happens!!! I will be first in line to buy it!! :)
added 07 Dec 2009 21:18
Comment by Joe
Wow. Everyone still believing in fairy tales? SP has been pulling this BS for Decades. You can be sure, there will be no new album. I think this guy has a serious drug problem or something. Does anyone wonder why SP is all alone in this world? No family, no nothing. Because he's a tool. I think there is no better voice on the planet, but come on, this guy has been screwing his fans and bandmates over for decades. What's his problem? Oh, " miss singing terribly". Then sing ahole and stop stringing everyone along.
added 07 Dec 2009 7:45
Comment by dntblvu
I believe he's putting out a new album because I've not seen where he's denied it. He probably has to get everything lined up and until everything looks good, then he'll say something. Suspense helps the anticipation is what makes it sell. And I'm gonna buy!
added 06 Dec 2009 9:51
Comment by caitlin
you're the best steve love you so much you will always be the voice, my idol,and my hero in my heart and in my eyes forever.
added 06 Dec 2009 6:36
Comment by cutlets29
Who ever pulled this mean trick should be shot and by me! I know that he will be coming out with an album russ miller confirmed that hes working with him. I still think there is some truth to the latest news only because I think steve would have put out a statement either way just so his fans know the truth. I guess we just have to wait and see. I believe he will do a major tour across the us if all this falls into place!!!Perry on!!!
added 04 Dec 2009 22:59
Comment by gluchnurse
Ziggy, agree that Steve wouldn't post it on Wikipedia-so far he has only used Fan Asylum or in person interviews with legitimate, verifiable news sources. Was just hoping that the Wikipedia post had come from someone who had encountered a legitimate Sony press release. But, apparently, was another hoax or 'whisper down the lane' type rumor-like the May, 2009 alleged concert in Hawaii that he had to go on Fan Asylum and refute. He didn't do his usual holiday greeting on Fan Asylum this year. Hope that January 2010 he will post his message, and maybe, PLEASE, either confirm that the music he personally said he is recording will actually be released OR, say once and for all that he has no plans for the album so we'll all be able to rest easy! (Until we encourage him to release the recordings anyway...At this point, I'd be happy with a DVD/VH1/HBO special if he doesn't want to tour! Just want to see the man perform any way I can-and any type of music he cares to share...
added 02 Dec 2009 7:41
Comment by Ziggy Stardust
The reason the info was pulled off Wikipedia is because the info was false. Anyone can add info to Wikipedia. Sony would not use Wikipedia as a place to post information especially about Steve Perry. Remember its all just rumor until Steve Perry himself makes the announcement.
added 30 Nov 2009 16:48
Comment by Voice Mania
US Steve Perry New Studio Album - TBC 2010, this is still up on melodicrock.com The article that was on Wikipedia is no longer there, Sony got wind and pulled it. They are either hiding something and sweetie is coming out with one in Feb. Or they pulled it because it was not true. I just don't see Steve announcing it at this time. But, never say never....he might be putting out a CD, DVD, as far as a tour, maybe small one nighters. I just don't see him touring, he has a nice life now. Like a few shows here and there. We had him for a long time, He will always be THE VOICE, the one and only VOICE. Steve if you happen to read this, go to fanasylum and let your fans know, they have been faithful for so many years, at least give them something to believe in again. We LOVE YA MAN! whatever you got, you still got it!. I tell you it is in the voice, the smile and the eyes. Don't ever lose hope. And Don't EVER Stop Believing in yourself.
added 29 Nov 2009 22:15
Comment by gluchnurse
Major confusion about the new album as of 11/23/09 in my book. Wikipedia had a post last week that he had signed with Sony for a release on Columbia Music with music videos-tour to be determined. But as of 11/23, the post had been removed from Wikipedia saying that Sony said no one had confirmed any thing of the sort.
Can someone PLEASE give valid confirmation about whether he is really releasing an album? HE said in the CBC.CA inteview in July that he was recording-but recording isn't the same as actually being able to release or promote an album! Driving me crazy because I would dearly love to hear some new music, any music from the maestro!
added 23 Nov 2009 8:15
Comment by Lisa
I can't tell you what this does to me hearing that this might be happening soon!! I have been listening to Steve Perry since I was a 13 yr old girl. Now, many, and I do mean many, years later, I still listen to his beautiful voice every day. There is an album(cd) for every mood I am in. My favorite is Infinity, wait, Evolution, wait again, Departure, no maybe Escape, oh, what about Frontiers, ugh.. maybe I should mention ROR, but today I listened to Trial By Fire, uh oh, yesterday it was Street Talk and FTLOSM, oh I give up, I LOVE THEM ALL!!! I need to download new Steve Perry music now!! I never did see him live either, (one of the biggest regrets of my life as I had the chance twice but passed them up) this would be a dream come true to me. My 2 older sons already told me that they are coming with me if he tours (they are 20 and 18) and my 7 and 9 yr old sons love watching videos of Steve on Youtube with me. My 13 yr old son plays drums and learned many of my favorite Journey songs for me. Had the opportunity to get tickets to see Journey this summer for my birthday and said, "sorry, Journey doesn't exsist anymore without Steve up front." The nerve, they are just a cover of themselves without the one who made them great. Come on Steve, we need you back now!!! We have all been waiting a real long time. We love you and hope to see you soon.
added 23 Nov 2009 3:52
Comment by RHONDA
Steve Perrys new album has just been confirmed and hes making a new video for it. Talk of a tour is still up in the air because his album is still in production. I knew he would pull through! Our Steve is coming back!!!
added 19 Nov 2009 2:22
Comment by jose
i still blast journey all the time but with perry only! and his solo albums i need to hear the voice i cant wait and i hope its true new perry album 2010 please steve please!
added 17 Nov 2009 17:40
Comment by cajun sue
I have always been a fan of Steve Perry.Even more so now.His words and voice is so beautiful,it touches the heart.He has a kind and tender heart.I am a happily married woman,but Steve and his songs are always on my mind.I wish him all the happiness in his life.Can't wait for his new C D.
added 24 Oct 2009 21:45
Comment by cutlets29
Steve's album is coming out in 2010 I think around Feb. It was in a vegas paper, and also on a board where they have the dates of new albums being releases. To whoever said Perry last album with Journey was missing something! Go back and listen to trial by fire and you will find this a very emotional,beautiful,album. everything on this album is written from the soul of perry and written about love and loss within his 8 year absents from journey. When you love a woman is breathtaking. Perry,Caine,and Neal did a fantastic job on the album. By the way Caine! when you lie and say that Perry did not want to tour Europe in the middle 80's and say you dont know why! I'll tell you what you already knew. That was the time Perrys mother was very,very,sick and he did not want to leave her for fear of her dying. When you go on your new journey interviews start telling the truth and try to be a honest man like the voice himself!!! IDIOTS!!!
added 19 Oct 2009 23:38
Comment by Anna
How does one "fake hip surgery"?
Steve' "friends" bailed on him when he was at a very low point physically and began looking for another singer BEFORE even talking with him about it. I hope they do well with Arnel he seems like a nice guy but Journey will never be what it was with Steve Perry. I only hope he DOES come back as a solo act as I feel that is what he should have been all along!
added 14 Oct 2009 2:29
Comment by alex stewart uk
cant wait for this album,steve perry is my favorite artist of all time,come on !!!!!!!!!!
added 13 Oct 2009 19:40
Comment by whatwas77?
Can't wait for this release...I love Steve Perry!
I realize there are many creatures on the planet who for whatever reason continue to put Steve Perry down. Funny thing is most of those children say they know who Steve Perry is continue to confuse him with all the other Steve Perrys of the world...Oh and lets not forget they love to spout out twisted comments without researching the truth first! Some people are simply starving for attention I guess. Anyone that puts aside having a private personal life in effort
to share their amazing gifts with the world deserves respect! Unfortunately, there are those no talent individuals who wish to have there 5 minutes of fame no matter how ugly it makes them appear! Go figure???
added 12 Oct 2009 21:09
Comment by diane pletcher
steve you are wonderful singer a voice like an angle steve ilove your music it comes right from your heart??
added 12 Oct 2009 21:06
Comment by joeblow
that's all you do blow joe blow
added 09 Oct 2009 1:02
Comment by Marylou
After the Oprah show, Steve showed his class by wishing the band well. I do hope he releases another album that is, if that's what he wants to do. If he's enjoying his retirement, so be it, but I would love to hear that beautiful voice once again.
added 07 Oct 2009 2:23
Comment by 30 year perry fan
The way I see this, 1. Steve Perry has the best voice of all times. 2. if you dont like him, go find something else to do then sit here and put him down. try a long walk off a short cliff. 3. If Steve puts out a new album there are millions of devoted fans that will be extremely happy, encluding myself.
So, Joe, hope you get the point.
Perry fans are forever! , Be patient and as they say, Perry on!!!!!!!
We love ya Steve!
added 04 Oct 2009 7:42
Comment by Joe
Perry 4 ever. What are you queer? Also KayCee, why would I be jealous of Steve Perry? I'm not even a musician? Actually, I love Steve Perry and his voice, but jeez, this guys got issues. Aren't you a little tired of being dissapointed year after year? Finally comes back in 1996 and fakes a hip surgery to get out of touring? Can't get along with anyone, never married and dissapears for 15 years. I would be thrilled if he put out a new album, but do you really think that is going to happen. He's going to jerk us around for another 10 years and then it will be too late. Sorry if the truth bothers you guys. Nothing would make me more happy than to eat my words but I really doubt I will.
added 27 Sep 2009 5:27
Comment by perry4ever
this to joe no steve has all the puss you fuckin fuck
added 24 Sep 2009 12:39
Comment by Anna
All we can do it hope and wait...wait...wait....wait...wait.....wait...wait......Please Steve don't keep us waiting any longer!
added 16 Sep 2009 2:16
Comment by KayCee
Joe...go crawl back into that hole you came out of. You sound jealous dude. Neah Schon is an azz. His little band was nothing before Steve Perry.
added 11 Sep 2009 1:46
Comment by Joe
Steve Perry is a selfish little pussy who runs into retirement every time Neal yells at him. Wa wa wa
added 09 Sep 2009 18:53
Comment by newfan
I want this to be true. It will be a dream come true. And if he tours I will be there. Texas love you Steve.
added 22 Aug 2009 3:18
Comment by rustyplum
All I can say is "IT'S ABOUT TIME!"
added 12 Aug 2009 3:47
Comment by j
This is a long thread so I may have missed it if someone already posted this, but if you listen to this recent interview, Steve says it himself that he is in fact recording a new album: http://www.cbc.ca/q/uncut.html
added 08 Aug 2009 7:24
Comment by cutlets29
Your welcome Leah, New release date for Perrys comeback solo album is Feb.2010. He wants everything perfect, afterall he is a perfectionist and he is not going to rush this. Thats our steve!!!
added 07 Aug 2009 19:52
Comment by PERRYSLUV4EVER
HE WAS VOTED AS 1 OF D TOP 100 VOICES ON ROLLING STONE MAG. THERE MIGHT OF BEEN A JRNY B 4 S.P. BUT DID THEY HAVE HITS OR #1 SONGS ON THE CHARTS B 4 HIM NO!! SO TO RE EMPHASIZE WHAT I SAID "THERE MIGHT OF BEEN A JRNY B 4 STEVE BUT NO 1 KNEW OF JRNY TILL AFTER S.P. IF HE WASN'T AS GOOD WHY DID THEY REPLACED HIM W/ SOME 1 WHO SOUNDS LIKE HIM.
added 28 Jul 2009 3:22
Comment by Rene' aka Perrygirl
Steve still has his faithful following in his corner. We have been waiting for a long time for this. There are many bands from that era that have come back and started making music again. Why not Steve Perry?? Of COURSE he still has it in him, his true fans still believe in him. That's a bunch of bull**** that his voice is trashed! We've all aged, it's part of life, but we're still vital human beings with contributions to give to society and to the world. His fans will embrace him and he will prove himself! I've seen him live with Journey and there is NO one like him in the world! This is the most exciting news! Any news about Steve spreads like wildfire among my "Perry" girls. We love you Steve and are looking forward to hearing some new stuff from you. It has been our hope, our prayer for all these years. We never "stopped believin'!"
added 27 Jul 2009 23:04
Comment by 1fitcaligirl
Counting the days until the new album is released and once again I hear the heaven that is Steve Perry's voice. Steve is truly blessed with "THE VOICE" of an angel. We will be truly blessed to hear it, yet again. Thank you Steve for all your generosity with your amazing talent and for all the years of phenomenal music (both vocally and lyrically). I am so doing my happy dance right now. I know Steve will not disappoint. He NEVER has. That prayer has been answered...now, I'll pray for a tour.
added 25 Jul 2009 23:43
Comment by Leah GLuchoff
Anyone out there have any hard news about the reported new album? Sure hope that it wasn't just the January Playlist 'Best of' Album that they were talking about? Would love it if anyone has any new snippets-like release dates, label, format, what have you!
Thanks for the reassurance, 'cutlets'!
added 19 Jul 2009 8:33
Comment by Nancy's Feelin' Blue
Circus life under THE BIG TOP WORLD we all need "the clowns" to make us smile. I lost my sister/my friend to cancer, she suffered a very slow and painful death and there wasn't anything I could do to make her better, we buried her on her 31st birthday. Two months later I lost my Aunt who was more like a sister, we were almost the same age, her untimely death was due to drug and alcohol abuse. The three of us were very close and had many misadventures. Steve you were right there in the middle in song. We of course all had a serious crush on you, I still do. We sang all of your songs together our favorite to sing as a trio was "Lights." We sang it accapella in the stairwell of my garage apartment because the acoustics were perfect. Thank you for being a part of some very precious memories. I'm just now at the point where I can here your voice without breaking down. For a long while I avoided you, but now especially since I'm clean and sober I can truly appreciate your work as if each song is a masterpiece painting in my personal gallery in my heart. I'm forever your's, faithfully.
added 11 Jul 2009 21:26
Comment by Cheri
I too have been a Steve Perry fan for 30 yrs. I doubt that there is a new recording coming though. If he intended to record he would have done so long before now. Seems someone claims to know for a fact that Steve is working on a new album year after year after year. I will continue to listen to the old stuff and believe a new on when I see it.
added 09 Jul 2009 6:05
Comment by clayton g.
Steve, can't wait to buy your new album.Against what others said it would never happen I still continued to have faith over the years that one day you would bless us with your beautiful voice on a new album. One could only dream of a tour date schedule.You'd be surprised of how many Perry fans there are out there.God gave you a gift(voice) that we can never forget.
Loyal fan for over 28 years
added 09 Jul 2009 4:47
Comment by Jay
Thank you, Steve. I can hardly wait to hear your voice again. And while I would love for you to tour, just having new music from you is awesome enough.
added 08 Jul 2009 13:11
Comment by andrea
Steve thank you soo much for comming back and and giving us more of you and your new music,Its almost a dream come true,cant wait the anticipation is driving me nuts..we love you,thank you for listening to your fans.
added 08 Jul 2009 0:26
Comment by Jackie
It's about time!!!! Can't wait to hear your incredible voice!!!! Still gives me goosebumps!!!!
added 05 Jul 2009 5:38
Comment by cutlets29
Leah, Forget the white sox video, I am a true fan of football and all I do at games is scream and I am lucky I can talk after a game. I am so sure that perry was goofing more then putting his heart and soul into it. Drinking some beers,screaming and just getting over being sick will make even the best singer sound hoarse. In a March interview of this year Steve Perry said he is happy with the new songs he has written and people are telling him hes ready to go and hes sounding great. He said himself while he sings he feels sad at times because he sounds like the perry with journey and it pains him with memories. Randy Jackson seen Perry about 3 months ago and said his voice is still golden. So friend put your worries to rest our steve is back!!!
added 03 Jul 2009 19:54
Comment by Leah Gluchoff
Just saw a video of him singing with the White Sox after the World Series win (Don't Stop Believin'). While that was a couple years ago, someone reassure me that it was just because he had gone hoarse from either cheering or an upper respiratory infection-because in that video (shot by someone who wanted to mock him-which made me furious), he was hoarse, off key, and truly sounded like only a shadow of himself. Anyone have any information on whether he has been heard, or recorded, singing since that World Series event?
The thought of 'the Voice' being gone is heartbreaking! Please let it have been a fluke...
added 03 Jul 2009 9:04
Comment by JAL
Finally!!! Of all the bands/musicians from the 1980s, Steve Perry is the ONLY one that I want to see new music from right now.
Steve does everything with class, style, and integrity. I suspect we will all be blown away by what he produces. Take your time Steve. We have waited this long for it. A few more months is not a big deal.
added 01 Jul 2009 17:29
Comment by cutlets29
This is the best news since fire was invented! We love you steve and we thankyou for hearing your fans cry out to you, I will be waiting with open arms for your next album, all I can say is tour baby tour!!!
added 30 Jun 2009 23:33
Comment by Carol Burnett
Steve Perry singing again would be awesome!! He has been with me since 1979. I have loved his voice and listen to him everyday!! His voice and songs help me through so much. The respect i have for him and his music is great. he has a presence abought him!!! Every song he has recorded is awesome. I love everyone. OMG this is the best news what a great gift for me at 50 and i will buy all my family one for we all rock with Steve sosl and Journey w/Steve!!
Perry on
added 28 Jun 2009 17:25
Comment by Hannah
Steve, your Voice is truley missed!!!!!!!!!!!! Im Only 19 and I have every Journey cd except Escape, and your solo Cds to, your voice has helped me get thru the death of my grandad. PLEASE COME BACK TO US!!!!!!!!
added 27 Jun 2009 3:02
Comment by Caligirl
People if Russ says it is so, it is so. He would be in alot of trouble saying this if it weren't true. SP would have his lawyers all over this if it weren't true. And you know that. November or December of 2009, and if not, it will be beginning of 2010. Just please be patient a little while longer. Steve loves his fans and he would never let them down. And the Best Of SP, the pix on that GREEN CD were absolutely beautiful. You have to have faith, believe! It could have been nothing you know, he could have just forgot about everyone. That is not the case, and yes he still is our Shakespeare of Rock and 'THE VOICE'. As far as his voice being shot, it just got deeper. Sexy deep! Remember the last time someone said that Stevie had lost his voice, he sure fooled those people. LOL! As far as Sherrie Swafford, don't mean to sound rude here, but that part of Steve's life is between him and Sherrie. She is still around and I am sure he still speaks to her. Everyone just be cool. It will happen.
added 24 Jun 2009 19:06
Comment by monica
i love you Steve Perry. I am so excited to hear that you are going to record again. I have been trying to find something on the internet regarding a comeback or a new photo, anything regarding you and your voice, but i have'nt had any luck until now. I would love to see you reunite w/ Journey, one of my favorite 80's bands. I was a teenager in the 80's and never had the opportunity to see you live. It would be great if you would do some live performances to get the chance to hear that wonderful voice in person. please post recent photos or future plans.
added 24 Jun 2009 3:13
Comment by Michael Lombardi
Steve!
I spoke to you on Rockline in 1994 on the evening upon Strange Medicines release and you said you were going to Time Square to buy the first copy of your own album. I recorded that show and told you my band was working on some Journey covers. I have to say man that summer I fell into some deep trouble with drugs, alcohol and the law but seriously your album pulled me through as your music has all these years. I'm now a fairly successful musician and song writer and always give you props for helping me to my dreams.
Release the album Steve! In this age of American Idol and poseur Steve Perry's running Journey it needs to be done! Your album will go platinum, we need you and love you.
Peace and Love
Michael Lombardi
added 19 Jun 2009 5:57
Comment by Jeff Salado of "Arrival" a Tribute to Journey. myspace.com/arrivaltheband
What can I say to the voice?
Steve you are the voice of Journey in the true fans Journey has made all these years.
Arnel just sings the songs you made great.
You command presence on stage and know what you want the music to sound like, it resonates in you.
I guess that you have something to say after all these years or you wouldn't have produced anything
This is your time to shine again.
Welcome back Mr Steve Perry.
Jeff Salado myspace.com/arrivaltheband
added 17 Jun 2009 10:39
Comment by Sharon
Steve, just be yourself and don't worry about what anyone thinks. The music is in your soul and we all want to hear what you have to say.
We will listen.
added 15 Jun 2009 9:35
Comment by Diana lynn
Steve,dont worry if you think you cant sing up to our expectations any more,im sure any thing you do will still have that same magical affect that only youcan give,now at 60,I cant wait to hear a more mature Steve,Dont forget we have matured along with you and im sure we'll love you.
added 11 Jun 2009 22:30
Comment by raye
Steve, I have to listen to your mesmerizing voice everyday, I loved you when I first heard you sing in the late 70,s and STILL love you today, Hope your new CD comes out real soon, can't wait!!!
added 10 Jun 2009 23:33
Comment by rhonda
We love you out here in NY steve. Plant and yourself are my favorite singers. I am so thrilled and chocked up about you doing a new album that I cant wait to buy it. You do what is best for you but if you tour, I will be in first in line to buy a ticket. You dont need Journey you made Journey! I know if you tour and see the amount of fans at your concert it will be like 1981 all over again. You along with Robert pLANT WILL ALWAYS BE THE BEST SINGERS IN THE WORLD! Be happy knowing you are so loved by many!!!
added 10 Jun 2009 19:50
Comment by Joe
Yes, I sadly agree that his voice is shot, otherwise he'd be recording more often and doing solo shows. He's smart not to go out there and embarrass himself live. But hey, "Don't Stop Believin'" found a resurgence, so the royalties he's getting are astronomical. Why work? At 60, I don't see a new album at this point. He's been out of Journey for 11 years now. Nothing in the interim aside from some studio backup work and one song ("I stand alone"). C'mon. But his legacy from '78-86 is undeniable! They still rock with Arnel, but it was silly to re-record the classics....just stick with the new stuff, Neal!
added 10 Jun 2009 17:09
Comment by paula
I hope we get a new steve perry cd. It would be a great 50th b-day gift. I love that voice and would love the more mature (voice) as well. I for one hope the rumors are true.
Love Ya Steve
We will always have the memories!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
added 10 Jun 2009 1:50
Comment by Tim
The Party Isn't Over !!!! Your encore is way over due Steve! You are the best period. Your songs have steered me thru life for over 30 years and are now sterring my childrens life. We love you man! Anything you produce will be top of charts, it always is....
added 07 Jun 2009 21:05
Comment by phil
hell yeah. steve perry needs to put the imitator arnel to shame!
added 04 Jun 2009 20:55
Comment by rocknjon
I can't wait! I don't know of anyone else that I would want to hear a new album from more than Steve. His music is timeless! You are the best Steve!
added 04 Jun 2009 17:31
Comment by John
Record you need to sing i need to see you live maybe try and get Steve Smith on drums
added 02 Jun 2009 20:53
Comment by S. Stone
I would love to hear Steve Perry again. He will always be "The Voice, Steve Perry" regardless of what happens to Journey.
added 01 Jun 2009 22:32
Comment by lisa
hi steve can not wait for your new album when will it be ready ?. i have been a faithful fan for many years. but never had the chance to see you perform live, that would be a dream come true. take care hope to hear your new album very soon
added 27 May 2009 21:47
Comment by sally from belfast n.ireland
like the rest of your fans i am patiently waiting on your comeback i hope theese rumours are true. no one can take your place in journey no matter how hard they try you are journey i will
keep waiting love sally xxx
added 20 May 2009 20:35
Comment by Veronica
STEVE WHY DON'T YOU ANSWER YOUR FANS HUH HUH HUH? We love you steve. OH BUY THE WAY YOU STILL LOOK GOOD AS EVER. What happened to Sherrie Swapford? Where is she now? Do you still see her?
added 05 May 2009 0:21
Comment by Veronica
steve where where when I needed you to sing to me at night?
added 05 May 2009 0:11
Comment by RUBY
PLEASE STEVE TOUR ONE MORE TIME I NEED TO SEE YOU IN CONCERT...
added 01 May 2009 2:16
Comment by tom
I hope he comes out of retirement one more time. i went to see Bob Seger when he finally came out a new album and he rocked house at age 62. Journey was actually my first concert bach in 1979. How bout Supertramp too..with Roger. I'm waiting for that to happen.
added 30 Apr 2009 21:34
Comment by diane b
-yes, Stevie, bring us more music. You're the man! You out shine Arnel by far!!! We love you, baby!
added 30 Apr 2009 1:36
Comment by Freshmurj
Listen Steve, alot of people have been waiting for a very long time; wasted time that could have produced so much great music. If you can still sing, please do! Don't let us down, man; make the album.
added 19 Apr 2009 14:36
Comment by Joyell
I can't wait to hear his new album! He's going to blow all those Steve Perry wannabes out of the water! Now I will only see Journey with Steve Perry! No imposters please!
added 19 Apr 2009 6:02
Comment by Christy in Jax. Fl.
I will always love Steve Perry !! i would love to hear him sing again !! i'm sure his voice is not the same but i'm sure he can still sing and i would love to hear him sing again !!!
added 14 Apr 2009 22:43
Comment by guitarstarboogie
New album my ***. I've been hearing this rumor for over a year now and still there is no album. I'll believe Perry's back when I'm holding the new cd(album) in my hands. But for now, it's all just rumor to me. I still believe that his voice is shot. I'm a long time Journey fan from way back. Loved Steve's voice when he was with Journey. But guess what? I've moved on....will always be a Journey fan no matter who's fronting them. Journey on dudes!!!!!!!!
added 09 Apr 2009 18:24
Comment by Kat~
What great news to hear Steve Perry will once again grace the microphone with his incredible voice!
~THE VOICE~ we have been faithfully awaiting your return.
added 07 Apr 2009 7:18
Comment by charla
Thank Goodness sakes alive!!!! I still sing with you almost everyday in my car and try to get up as high as you do and almost choke..LOL
I meet you in San Luis Obispo California around 1985 with your Dad at Walden'sbook store, It was me and my mother out Christmas shopping!! I'll never forget it and neither will she:)
Your voice is precious to us and our family...looking forward to purchasing this new album of yours:) and many more to come...If ever in Branson Missouri...please let me know and we can take you sight seeing!!
Your friends, Charla & Jackie Womack
added 01 Apr 2009 16:07
Comment by Marion
Just another rumour -- enticing his fans but not delivering. Oh well! Still love the man and his fantastic legacy. No one lives up to The Voice. You're the best, Steve.
added 30 Mar 2009 3:19
Comment by suzy mobley
how do you know this will happen, there has been so many rumours, then we get a best of album, just released in january 2009,
added 15 Mar 2009 21:06
Comment by kaj
this will be the album of the year! I have waited for more than 15 years! don´t let us down now Steve.
added 28 Feb 2009 18:39
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