Gunbot wrote:steveo777 wrote:Gunbot wrote:Even though we like to harp on issues like range or hitting high notes, For a lot of fans, it's not really a singing contest when it comes to older artists that have already established their legacy. They can get a free pass just based on previous achievements. As long as I still can enjoy their earlier albums, I don't mind rewarding her for her efforts, by making a purchase of a new album.
Look at Revelation, it's not like I bought that for it's stellar set of songs, sometimes it just comes down to brand loyalty I guess.
Whitney's die-hards do seem to dwarf Journey's in this regard.
That's why Perry can probably release a new CD and even if he sounds like a croaking Toad it will sell millions.
No, if Journey was only able to sell a third of Whitney's numbers their first week of release (with a three disc package that was only two dollars more than her one disc offering), I seriously doubt Perry could even come close.
The key is this....."Journey + Steve Perry" could sell that kind of numbers. "Steve Perry, Solo Artist" is a totally different ballgame. Whitney Houston is a known name as a solo artist. Perry isn't. It's the same comparison as a Mick Jagger solo album vs. The Rolling Stones, or a Robert Plant solo album vs. Led Zeppelin.
You're comparing apples and oranges to compare Whitney Houston sales with potential Perry sales.