moffo Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 I was wondering if anyone has been watching Journey recently, they are playing Manchester in June along with Heart and wasn't sure if it would be the same, being without Steve Perry. If anyone has seen this tour so far or know about the new lead singer, let me know if it would be worth going to see... Cheers!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jahfin Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 All I know is they found their newest lead singer (yet another Perry soundalike) by holding auditions on YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misty Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 you know, i dont think i would want to see journey without steve perry, i just love his voice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnroxx Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 All I know is they found their newest lead singer (yet another Perry soundalike) by holding auditions on YouTube. Not exactly. There were no "auditions" on youtube. Guitarist Neal Schon just happened to come across videos featuring their new singer, Arnel Pineda, while "surfing" the site, and then contacted him. ;^) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jahfin Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 Not exactly. There were no "auditions" on youtube. Guitarist Neal Schon just happened to come across videos featuring their new singer, Arnel Pineda, while "surfing" the site, and then contacted him. ;^) Either way, they found their latest Perry clone through YouTube. Maybe I was thinking of another band that's held auditions via YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmie ray Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 INXS, maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jahfin Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 INXS, maybe? They did that Rock Star show on TV which is just about as bad, if not worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmie ray Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 I keep hearing about these different shows like that, but have yet to actually watch any. Aren't they all vocal "talent", mostly? I'd check out some unknowns if the were demonstrating their instrumental prowess, especially blues. But that probably doesn't sell these days... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jahfin Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 I keep hearing about these different shows like that, but have yet to actually watch any. Aren't they all vocal "talent", mostly? I'd check out some unknowns if the were demonstrating their instrumental prowess, especially blues. But that probably doesn't sell these days... You aren't missing anything by not tuning in to crap like Rock Star (which got canceled before it could complete it's run but was picked by VH1 for it's final weeks, I believe). In regard to "instrumental prowess", speaking just for myself, I don't think that's a necessary ingredient to draw me to an artist. Sure it's great when a band can boast someone with immense talent on guitar, keys, drums, what have you but I don't think it's absolutely necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Pagemeister Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Journey with the Youtube guy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moffo Posted May 30, 2008 Author Share Posted May 30, 2008 Sooooo..... What would be everyone's opinion on going to watch them? Do you think it would be worth it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marolyn Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 Sooooo..... What would be everyone's opinion on going to watch them? Do you think it would be worth it? i would go just to see heart...if the tickets were reasonable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marolyn Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 You aren't missing anything by not tuning in to crap like Rock Star (which got canceled before it could complete it's run but was picked by VH1 for it's final weeks, I believe). . speaking of rock star... i watched it and thought that the girl "jordis" had an awesome voice...thought for sure we would be hearing more from her... can't stand the original of this song... The Reason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dzldoc Posted May 31, 2008 Share Posted May 31, 2008 Journey with the Youtube guy: Not bad at all, he seems kinda young and should improve with time and practice. And for the old school Rock Chicks! v Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moffo Posted June 4, 2008 Author Share Posted June 4, 2008 If you closed your eyes, it could be Steve Perry!!!! Very impressive... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jahfin Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 If you closed your eyes, it could be Steve Perry!!!! Very impressive... How is finding a vocal clone of Steve Perry "impressive"? Wouldn't it be much more impressive if they moved on with another singer that didn't sound like him at all rather than trying to find someone that sounds just like Perry just to please the fans? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moffo Posted June 4, 2008 Author Share Posted June 4, 2008 How is finding a vocal clone of Steve Perry "impressive"? Wouldn't it be much more impressive if they moved on with another singer that didn't sound like him at all rather than trying to find someone that sounds just like Perry just to please the fans? Isn't it a good thing that the band will sound the same? If the band doesn't sound the same as it did originally, then you might as well change the name! I'm not saying it's right or wrong, everyone has an opinion and mine is that I would prefer a replacement singer to sound the same as the original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jahfin Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Isn't it a good thing that the band will sound the same? If the band doesn't sound the same as it did originally, then you might as well change the name! I'm not saying it's right or wrong, everyone has an opinion and mine is that I would prefer a replacement singer to sound the same as the original. The original version of Journey didn't even include Perry. When they changed lead singers they didn't try to find a Greg Rolie clone, they got Steve Perry. The current version of Journey is clearly a nostalgia act still coasting on it's past. That's why they've sought out Perry clones rather than trying to be more original by forging a new sound with a different singer. Do you think Zeppelin fans would be accepting of a lead vocalist that was nothing more than a Plant clone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moffo Posted June 4, 2008 Author Share Posted June 4, 2008 The original version of Journey didn't even include Perry. When they changed lead singers they didn't try to find a Greg Rolie clone, they got Steve Perry. The current version of Journey is clearly a nostalgia act still coasting on it's past. That's why they've sought out Perry clones rather than trying to be more original by forging a new sound with a different singer. Do you think Zeppelin fans would be accepting of a lead vocalist that was nothing more than a Plant clone? It wouldn't be Zeppelin without Plant singing, would it??? That's one of the things that makes them special, his singing. Yes, he's done other projects, but he doesn't sing the same with the other bands as he does with Zeppelin. I don't think Zeppelin fans would accept someone trying to step into Plants' shoes, it just wouldn't be the same. And..... a very hypothetical question also as i can't see this situation ever arising, hopefully!!! LONG LIVE THE ZEP!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jahfin Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 It wouldn't be Zeppelin without Plant singing, would it??? That's one of the things that makes them special, his singing. Yes, he's done other projects, but he doesn't sing the same with the other bands as he does with Zeppelin. I don't think Zeppelin fans would accept someone trying to step into Plants' shoes, it just wouldn't be the same. And..... a very hypothetical question also as i can't see this situation ever arising, hopefully!!! LONG LIVE THE ZEP!!! By the same token, a Perry soundalike does not equal Journey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirchzep27 Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I saw a segment on a sunday morning news show on this. Its a cool thing that that they found this particular singer, considering his background and story. I'm not a -journey fan, but its cool for the fans who want to hear the music. They played segments of the stuff he was singing, which included -black dog and it really showed how particular singers are for bands that click and work well sonically. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chef free Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Check out the txt from the new "proto Journey" concert tape I just traded for: Journey - Diamond Head Crater, Hawaii 1/1/73 - 1st GEN - COMPLETE!! Journey (billed as Sears, Schon & Errico w/ Rolie guesting) Sunshine Festival Diamond Head Crater Honolulu, HI 1/1/73 Pete Sears-bass Neal Schon-guitar Greg Errico-drums +Gregg Rolie- keys 1) You're My Girl 2) Voodoo Child (Slight Return) 3) Tonight 4) Storm 5) Pirates of the Caribbean 6) Black Magic Woman This thing ROCKS! This band was great for the first three albums then the went to shit like most rock bands in the late '70s! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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