Going back to the topic at hand...
I guess I'm a Loco looney. That is to say- I was brought to Journey dudring Perry's tenure, saw them a few times back then. Loved them, loved the music!
Flash to 1998- saw them with Augeri and I'm sorry- he just didn't do it for me. I was ok with him stepping in, hell, I was just glad to see Journey out and playing again! But he just didn't "hit" with me. My personal opinion only. No bad feelings about him. But to me- no energy from the band ( at least the show I saw)
Jump to 2006. Heard about them touring with DL (my fav band- truth's out- sorry!) And I thought to give Steve another chance. Perhaps he'd go over better with me now. ( bear in mind, I had purchased my tickets back BEFORE the lead singer switch and "tapegate") So I again went to the show with an open mind.
All I could say to my friend after the first few songs was " THEY'RE BACK!!!!!!"
And I am back to the Journey fold.
End of essay.
Have a wonderful day!

Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive well preserved body,but rather to skid in sideways,wine and chocolate in hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "what a ride!"