Here is the update...

[Badcotune]

On Journey:

JSS is the new Singer. Neal obviously DIGS him (ie: Soul Sirkus) and it's Neal's band. This one's such a glaring no brainer at this point, and the fans seem to like him. JSS knows Andrew is an important hub of the melodic rock machinery (not just the site, but the biz) so he flew him in and set him up to give him this SCOOP. Smart man. A new "journey" will officially be made official that will include an intention to record new material.

I don't agree with how Steve A. was removed from the equation. Certainly not a kind send off for someone who helped sustain their presence for 8 years, but it's not my call. Steve A's a nicer guy than I am if he still attends shows to show his support. He'd get more respect from me if he'd speak openly and honestly, but it's entirely probable his Journey contract prevents him from doing so. The institution protects itself.

Steve Perry on Uncle Joe:

Like his last appearance on UJ to promote the last live DVD, this time he'll be spreading the word about the latest thing of note he's been involved in -- the reissues. He'll go on and on about "upgrading the fidelity of the sound" and making them more "Sonically textured" and he'll give a few short anecdotes about the rare unreleased cuts from "Alien project" and the balance of the abandoned cuts from "Against the Wall." He will say the words "it's tough" , or "it's difficult" at least twice.

Of course only a real fan would know these things, so I guess I have love in my heart for them. Just a little bored though. No -- a LOT bored. For me the Journey has become something I was once very passionate about, but now only have passing interest in. And I'm okay with that. Steve Perry let a lot of very valuable "running" years get away from him.

If there's anything forthcoming beyond the above I'll be officially surprised, and the first to admit it.

[NealIsGod]

Can you tell me next week's NFL winners, badco? That crystal ball you got seems pretty dead on to me.

[bluejeangirl76]

Steve Perry on Uncle Joe:

Like his last appearance on UJ to promote the last live DVD, this time he'll be spreading the word about the latest thing of note he's been involved in -- the reissues. He'll go on and on about "upgrading the fidelity of the sound" and making them more "Sonically textured" and he'll give a few short anecdotes about the rare unreleased cuts from "Alien project" and the balance of the abandoned cuts from "Against the Wall." He will say the words "it's tough" , or "it's difficult" at least twice.

I agree on all counts. I agree on Journey and SP. Except the last sentence. At least twice? You do realize it's a one-hour show. That one is grounds for a drinking game.

Oh wow...the SP/UJB drinking game....my wheels are turning.

"Fidelity" = 2 shots.

If there's anything forthcoming beyond the above I'll be officially surprised, and the first to admit it.

My sentiments exactly. I will be thoroughly surprised, but I will be right in line with you to admit that I was wrong.
In fact I hope that I do have to admit that. I just don't think I will.

[CatEyes]

Quick - give me 6 numbers between 1 and 53 - I will need them before 10 p.m. Weds

Cat

[L~L~L]

Quick - give me 6 numbers between 1 and 53 - I will need them before 10 p.m. Weds

Cat

[heardonthestreet]

Maybe he'll cancel the interview on radio and simply post it to the very deserving gals at Perryville and make some of you try to get in at Perryville to read it.

[lights1961]

Maybe he'll cancel the interview on radio and simply post it to the very deserving gals at Perryville and make some of you try to get in at Perryville to read it.

I thought Perry did not own a computer... LOL..

Rick

[L~L~L]

Maybe he'll cancel the interview on radio and simply post it to the very deserving gals at Perryville and make some of you try to get in at Perryville to read it.

I think everyone is member there they are just not going to publicly admit to it.

[fred-journeyman]

On Journey:

JSS is the new Singer. Neal obviously DIGS him (ie: Soul Sirkus) and it's Neal's band. This one's such a glaring no brainer at this point, and the fans seem to like him. JSS knows Andrew is an important hub of the melodic rock machinery (not just the site, but the biz) so he flew him in and set him up to give him this SCOOP. Smart man. A new "journey" will officially be made official that will include an intention to record new material.

Great. Thanks for the update.

I don't agree with how Steve A. was removed from the equation. Certainly not a kind send off for someone who helped sustain their presence for 8 years, but it's not my call. Steve A's a nicer guy than I am if he still attends shows to show his support. He'd get more respect from me if he'd speak openly and honestly, but it's entirely probable his Journey contract prevents him from doing so. The institution protects itself.

I agree. I think Augeri did an admirable job and brought Journey back into everyone's consciousness.

Steve Perry on Uncle Joe:

Like his last appearance on UJ to promote the last live DVD, this time he'll be spreading the word about the latest thing of note he's been involved in -- the reissues. He'll go on and on about "upgrading the fidelity of the sound" and making them more "Sonically textured" and he'll give a few short anecdotes about the rare unreleased cuts from "Alien project" and the balance of the abandoned cuts from "Against the Wall." He will say the words "it's tough" , or "it's difficult" at least twice.

Wow, "sonically textured." I really LIKE that! That would make a great name for a rock band!

Of course only a real fan would know these things, so I guess I have love in my heart for them. Just a little bored though. No -- a LOT bored. For me the Journey has become something I was once very passionate about, but now only have passing interest in. And I'm okay with that. Steve Perry let a lot of very valuable "running" years get away from him.

That's where I'm at. The only bright speck of light at the end of the tunnel for me has so far been Jeremey's insightful review of Journey in concert. If he's that excited about the group, then I hold out some hope for them as well and I'm beginning to look to the future with Journey.

If there's anything forthcoming beyond the above I'll be officially surprised, and the first to admit it.

And I'm sure there will be some here who will hold you to that.

[The_Noble_Cause]

and it's Neal's band.

Among the many things TapeGate put the lie to, this is one of them.
Journey is not Neal's band. It's Azoffs'.
Sure, Neal and Jon may have more say than others, but they have bosses, too.

Common misconception-
People think once Perry was removed Neal got "the reins back" and resumed a great degree of control.
However, Neal never held the reins to begin with; Herbie Herbert did.
And in similar fashion, their current management now calls the shots.

[Blueskies]

Wow, "sonically textured." I really LIKE that! That would make a great name for a rock band!

LMAO! Larry would love that one for his band!

[Wildfire]

Maybe he'll cancel the interview on radio and simply post it to the very deserving gals at Perryville and make some of you try to get in at Perryville to read it.

What kind of sh*t is this?

[Rockindeano]

and it's Neal's band.

Among the many things TapeGate put the lie to, this is one of them.
Journey is not Neal's band. It's Azoffs'.
Sure, Neal and Jon may have more say than others, but they have bosses, too.

Common misconception-
People think once Perry was removed Neal got "the reins back" and resumed a great degree of control.
However, Neal never held the reins to begin with; Herbie Herbert did.
And in similar fashion, their current management now calls the shots.

POST of the WEEK.

Spot on TNF. TNF? The Noble Flake.

Dude, you are fucking up big time by not going to Baltimore. There is still time to make it happen. I will float you some bread.

[larryfromnextdoor]

Wow, "sonically textured." I really LIKE that! That would make a great name for a rock band!

LMAO! Larry would love that one for his band!

holy moly , that is a great name phyllis!! badcotune nailed a good name,,, i always wanted to name my band,, "your ole lady",,, so people would say ,, "hey what u do last night,," and someone would say,, " i went and saw ur ole lady"... or hey man " your ole lady was great last night " my band would be Your OLE Lady , and we would have Free BEER opening up,, that would look great in the paper,, ........tonight at the 6th street beer garden... Your OLE Lady with Free Beer....... but sonically textured ROCKS,,

[Blueskies]

Wow, "sonically textured." I really LIKE that! That would make a great name for a rock band!

LMAO! Larry would love that one for his band!

holy moly , that is a great name phyllis!! badcotune nailed a good name,,, i always wanted to name my band,, "your ole lady",,, so people would say ,, "hey what u do last night,," and someone would say,, " i went and saw ur ole lady"... or hey man " your ole lady was great last night " my band would be Your OLE Lady , and we would have Free BEER opening up,, that would look great in the paper,, ........tonight at the 6th street beer garden... Your OLE Lady with Free Beer....... but sonically textured ROCKS,,

sonically textured suit's you!!