Deen Deen Deen

[Rockindeano]

Ok, so now that it's out, and a great many know what's happening, why not pay out Augeri, and send him home with grace. I believe he did a great job and at least tried his best and that is that. But this is the Bigs folks. I say send him packing, and let Castranovo do the lead vocals. Hell, he is doing most anyway. This way, there is no tape gate, and no "crazed fan" stalking the band.

Why not?

[Journey/Survivor]

Ok, so now that it's out, and a great many know what's happening, why not pay out Augeri, and send him home with grace. I believe he did a great job and at least tried his best and that is that. But this is the Bigs folks. I say send him packing, and let Castranovo do the lead vocals. Hell, he is doing most anyway. This way, there is no tape gate, and no "crazed fan" stalking the band.

Why not?

Beside the fact that I do like Steve Augeri's singing I must say that it would not be a good idea to have Castronovo be the main lead singer in the band since it is important to have a frontman in the band.

[Rockindeano]

Ok, so now that it's out, and a great many know what's happening, why not pay out Augeri, and send him home with grace. I believe he did a great job and at least tried his best and that is that. But this is the Bigs folks. I say send him packing, and let Castranovo do the lead vocals. Hell, he is doing most anyway. This way, there is no tape gate, and no "crazed fan" stalking the band.

Why not?

Beside the fact that I do like Steve Augeri's singing I must say that it would not be a good idea to have Castronovo be the main lead singer in the band since it is important to have a frontman in the band.

They really don't have one now anyway. What's your point again?

[Scottish_jrny_fan]

Ok, so now that it's out, and a great many know what's happening, why not pay out Augeri, and send him home with grace. I believe he did a great job and at least tried his best and that is that. But this is the Bigs folks. I say send him packing, and let Castranovo do the lead vocals. Hell, he is doing most anyway. This way, there is no tape gate, and no "crazed fan" stalking the band.

Why not?

Cos Deen has stated he is a drummer and does NOT want to be a front man

[KittyKat]

Didn't Phil Collins used to be singer and drummer for Genesis? It would be a way out until this tour runs and they could make an excuse of why SA had to leave the band or something.

[NealIsGod]

Maybe Deen can sing while they project a hologram of Perry onstage?

[ohsherrie]

Maybe Deen can sing while they project a hologram of Perry onstage?

OK, even I have to admit that's funny.

[*Laura]

Maybe Deen can sing while they project a hologram of Perry onstage?

LOL,NIG,that coffee really works... !
I guess they could name the new album "Next Generation"!
Beam me up,Scotty!

[*Laura]

let Castranovo do the lead vocals.Why not?

Considering the quality of Deen's voice,he would be the best choice,but somehow a lead singer playing the drums is not fit with Journey's image mark.For 30 years people have been used to a frontman who's working the stage and the audience and it would be hard for Deen to do that.
The only way would be for him to give up the drums which I don't believe it will happen.That man is made to be a drummer.Plus,if I remember correctly,he said he wouldn't feel comfortable to front the band as a lead singer.
Is he a shy guy,like in being afraid to sit in front of huge audiences and sing?...Maybe behind the drums is easier...I don't know.

[EightyRock]

Maybe it doesn't fit their image to have a drummer that sings, but why not change that image? The biggest reason they lost so much of their fan base is they tried to keep the same image and feared thinking outside the box. They should either use Deen or get a new singer and change the band's name to Journey with --------, like Queen did with Paul Rodgers.

[jrnyjetster]

And you think Deen could sing consistently like that night after night? THINK AGAIN! Deen blew out his voice at the start of last years tour, didn't he? Deen may be able to hit the very high Perry notes...BUT you can tell it's a bit of a stretch for him and he certainly doesn't have the depth. Deen is a DRUMMER and an incredible one at that...that's his primary role in Journey as far as I'm concerned...an added bonus of course is that he's got a great voice and it adds more richness to the harmony and backing vocals.

[Moon Beam]

Maybe Deen can sing while they project a hologram of Perry onstage?

Choking from belly jiggles here Niggy
hahahahahaha that was a good one!

[wildone]

Maybe Deen can sing while they project a hologram of Perry onstage?

Choking from belly jiggles here Niggy
hahahahahaha that was a good one!

Heck that couldn't be any worse then whats going on now!! But would Perry get paid for it???Well im sure he would Steve A gets paid for doing almost the same thing....

[augeri1]

let Castranovo do the lead vocals. Hell, he is doing most anyway. This way, there is no tape gate, and no "crazed fan" stalking the band.

Why not?

So now you change your agenda once again? First it was truth and admission from the band or you'd take it further..then it was on the basis of how much $ YOU spent on seeing them and you wanted reimbursed....now it's changed to kick Augeri outta the band and you'll drop the tape gate...you actually think you have that kind of power? your ultimatums are blowing in the warm summer breeze...that's exactly what the band hears coming from you too..nothing but hot air and you still have nothing...keep reaching.

[Nantie]

And you think Deen could sing consistently like that night after night? THINK AGAIN! Deen blew out his voice at the start of last years tour, didn't he? Deen may be able to hit the very high Perry notes...BUT you can tell it's a bit of a stretch for him and he certainly doesn't have the depth. Deen is a DRUMMER and an incredible one at that...that's his primary role in Journey as far as I'm concerned...an added bonus of course is that he's got a great voice and it adds more richness to the harmony and backing vocals.

Please remember that the shows last year were 3 hours long.....no vocal warm-up until 8 songs into the set and then Deen sang. It was the middle of the tour that he strained a vocal chord and he chose to back off and let it heal. He can nail the Perry stuff with ease.... but he loves his drums!
He is content singing lead on the songs they have chosen for him this tour and will continue to be a vital part of Journey the band. Trust me..no stretch and have you heard Mother/Father live??? People WEEP! Sorry but I had to add my 2 cents worth and defend Deen. Suzer

[Mrs H]

Oh yeah, they weep and get goosebumps, just ask me.

[jrnysc]

And you think Deen could sing consistently like that night after night? THINK AGAIN! Deen blew out his voice at the start of last years tour, didn't he? Deen may be able to hit the very high Perry notes...BUT you can tell it's a bit of a stretch for him and he certainly doesn't have the depth. Deen is a DRUMMER and an incredible one at that...that's his primary role in Journey as far as I'm concerned...an added bonus of course is that he's got a great voice and it adds more richness to the harmony and backing vocals.

Please remember that the shows last year were 3 hours long.....no vocal warm-up until 8 songs into the set and then Deen sang. It was the middle of the tour that he strained a vocal chord and he chose to back off and let it heal. He can nail the Perry stuff with ease.... but he loves his drums!
He is content singing lead on the songs they have chosen for him this tour and will continue to be a vital part of Journey the band. Trust me..no stretch and have you heard Mother/Father live??? People WEEP! Sorry but I had to add my 2 cents worth and defend Deen. Suzer

Hi Suzer. Thanks for checkin in and standing up for your bro. Deen is amazing. You may not know or want to say, and I understand. I am simply going to say if there is something wrong with Steve, please give him our well wishes if you run across him. I get to see Deen and the guys on July 15th in Charlotte. Can't wait!!!

[jrnyjetster]

Please remember that the shows last year were 3 hours long.....no vocal warm-up until 8 songs into the set and then Deen sang. It was the middle of the tour that he strained a vocal chord and he chose to back off and let it heal. He can nail the Perry stuff with ease.... but he loves his drums!
He is content singing lead on the songs they have chosen for him this tour and will continue to be a vital part of Journey the band. Trust me..no stretch and have you heard Mother/Father live??? People WEEP! Sorry but I had to add my 2 cents worth and defend Deen. Suzer

Suzer...I was at the URI show in Rhode Island last year and Deen sang Patiently about the 3rd song into the first set....I was floored..my jaw about dropped..he was so spot on! And YES, I have witnessed Deen sing Mother, Father on a few occassions which is equally awesome.....I respect Deen very much...I guess my point is that Deen would be exhausted trying to carry the role of lead singer AND drummer on a consistent basis. And I wouldn't want anyone else to sit in on drums if Deen moved out front....unless Steve Smith decided to join the tour.

[Rockindeano]

Hell, no one is bashing Deen. He is soley responsible for anything live anymore. Deen is awesome. He should get paid twice as much...Once for drums and twice for saving Augeri's sorry ass.

[jrnyjetster]

Hell, no one is bashing Deen. He is soley responsible for anything live anymore. Deen is awesome. He should get paid twice as much...Once for drums and twice for saving Augeri's sorry ass.

Now that's fucking low, Deano!

[A Fire Inside]

Maybe Deen can sing while they project a hologram of Perry onstage?

Save money... get a cardboard cutout.

[augeri1]

Hell, no one is bashing Deen. He is soley responsible for anything live anymore. Deen is awesome. He should get paid twice as much...Once for drums and twice for saving Augeri's sorry ass.

Now that's fucking low, Deano!

and your surprised?

[Rockindeano]

Hell, no one is bashing Deen. He is soley responsible for anything live anymore. Deen is awesome. He should get paid twice as much...Once for drums and twice for saving Augeri's sorry ass.

Now that's fucking low, Deano!

Seriously, why is that low? It's true. He is singing the majority. Augeri is doing nothing...Absolutely nothing.

[brandonx76]

And you think Deen could sing consistently like that night after night? THINK AGAIN! Deen blew out his voice at the start of last years tour, didn't he? Deen may be able to hit the very high Perry notes...BUT you can tell it's a bit of a stretch for him and he certainly doesn't have the depth. Deen is a DRUMMER and an incredible one at that...that's his primary role in Journey as far as I'm concerned...an added bonus of course is that he's got a great voice and it adds more richness to the harmony and backing vocals.

Right, wrong, or indifferent, given the percieved realities, I predict a full fledged, if not a one-time, reunion tour that includes both original Steves... Be prepared to make the drive, due to a substantially reduced scale of number of shows to be under 20....but well worth it....bring it!

- Brandon

[EightyRock]

No, isn't going to happen. They will retire Augeri after this tour if the press doesn't get too hot on them, get another singer and keep playing greatest hits. Look, it is the only thing Neal, Jon and Ross have that can bring any attention and make money.

So if we use that scenerio, WHO will likely be the new singer? An unknown? Another attempt at a sound alike? A totally different approach? A new band name? A revised band name?

[ohsherrie]

Right, wrong, or indifferent, given the percieved realities, I predict a full fledged, if not a one-time, reunion tour that includes both original Steves... Be prepared to make the drive, due to a substantially reduced scale of number of shows to be under 20....but well worth it....bring it!

- Brandon

I take it you're joking, surely you are. This will never, ever happen.

[Journey/Survivor]

Remember a while back there was a problem with whoever had started Deen Castronovo's fansite? I don't know what happened but from what I seem to recall there was an accusation that the person who had started that fansite was pushing an aggenda that Deen Castronovo should become the full time lead singer in Journey?

Is there a possible connection between Rockn' Deano and that website?

When did that happen, and when did Deano start his crusade?

[Journey/Survivor]

Remember a while back there was a problem with whoever had started Deen Castronovo's fansite? I don't know what happened but from what I seem to recall there was an accusation that the person who had started that fansite was pushing an aggenda that Deen Castronovo should become the full time lead singer in Journey?

Is there a possible connection between Rockn' Deano and that website?

When did that happen, and when did Deano start his crusade?

Sorry, I just want to make sure that anyone who knows about this matter that I spoke of will see it.

[Vladan]

Deen Castronovo is a great drummer and a capable singer, for background vocals, and maybe a song here and there - but I just think his voice isn't powerfull enough to convince me as a Journey frontman (and I didn't want to say it like that, but thats the truth). I would listen to him if he brought out a solo CD (which is a good idea in my opinion). I just think he belongs on the drums when he's with Journey. He's a good singer, he aint bad thats for sure - but the band needs somebody who can tear the roof off the place, and I mean somebody like Steve Perry 1981 - 1983 style

[waxerman]

Deen sings a great lead vocal on a new remix of "Don't Stop Believin'" by remixer The Hitmaker, and they're giving the money to charity. It's on iTunes as well on CD.

Don't Stop Believin' (featuring Deen Castronovo) by The Hitmaker

Pretty impressive performance. I heard there's a great acoustic mix coming out at the end of the summer on iTunes.