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I was wondering if you ran into Arnel at the bar and were to give advice to him as he takes up his new job what would it be? Here’s what I would tell him:


1.JSS paid tribute to his predecessor in his concerts with Journey, even dedicated songs to him. It showed class. You must do the same. Remember, if JSS hadn’t stepped in 06, Def Leppard would have sued the ass off Neal and John would they would have been so broke they would have had to resort begging the soup wench down at the Salvation Army for a cup of Campells Cream of Bean, and you’d still be spending your days trying to imitate Steve Perry, Jimi Jamison, Cheap Trick, Ann Wilson and Pat Benetar all at the same time.

2. Steve Perry is the sun. You are the moon. He shone brilliantly,-as good a singer as you might be the best you’ll ever do is reflect his brilliance. That goes for Rollie too. Please bear that in mind when your bosses ask you to take the musical equivalent of a Ginsu 2 to the classics which so many of us love.


3.None of the nonsense which has gone on in the past is your fault. You just took a dream job and will do it to the best of your ability. Fair play, but don’t be offended if long suffering Journey fans sick of the crap vent at you, boo your band mates on stage at the first opportunity, and stick their middle finger up. Buy some steel underpants. Grow a second and a third skin, Take some of them little pills that block up your tear glands. Whatever. cos your gonna have to put up with some shit, your just gonna have to live with it.

4. You’re probably a good guy. No you are probably a great guy. Just remember if you skinny dip in a barrel full of mackerel your ass can really stink. Don’t let the morals of some of your colleagues wear off on you, because some day you’ll regret it. It aint worth it .

I'd say "Grow your skin thick, my friend."

In the great words of Monty Python: RUN AWAAAAAAAAAAAY.

Fake a hip injury, get vocal chord problems take the money in settlement and run for your fucking life!

Find a good lawyer, asap!

Don't get too comfy and watch your back.

Liam wrote:In the great words of Monty Python: RUN AWAAAAAAAAAAAY.

chf34jmac wrote:Fake a hip injury, get vocal chord problems take the money in settlement and run for your fucking life!

strangegrey wrote:Find a good lawyer, asap!

haha, funny, and frighteningly true


'from your lips/keyboards…'

lol

Sing your ass off, look and act comfortable on stage, be gracious, and you will be fine. Expect many of the bitchers and moaners to buy the new cd and attend a live show - even though they say they won't.

Accept no phone calls from Cain.

never hang your washing out on a rainy day.

CatEyes wrote:Accept no phone calls from Cain.

... but don't actually expect any either.
Just make sure to check the announcements on www.journeymusic.com every day.

bluejeangirl76 wrote:

CatEyes wrote:Accept no phone calls from Cain.

... but don't actually expect any either.
Just make sure to check the announcements on www.journeymusic.com every day.

hahaha you and cat got that right!

Gibby wrote:Sing your ass off, look and act comfortable on stage, be gracious, and you will be fine. Expect many of the bitchers and moaners to buy the new cd and attend a live show - even though they say they won't.

Sounds like good advice to me.

Have fun.
Keep smiling.
Don't take things too personally.
Give it your all.
Be yourself.
Stay healthy.
Keep your family in your heart and mind always.

Arnel, You need a GREAT lawyer (Johnnie Cochran is dead, just watch US tv at 2 am and you will get a phone number for a great one). Also go to the local So Cal mall and pick up the Rosetta Stone software for English.

Wish you the best!

I said this once before, I'll say it again;

Keep Neal Schon off of Youtube!!!!

Always have the money on hand for a plane ticket home - you never know when and where they will dump you.

Gin and Tonic Sky wrote:I was wondering if you ran into Arnel at the bar and were to give advice to him as he takes up his new job what would it be? Here’s what I would tell him:


1.JSS paid tribute to his predecessor in his concerts with Journey, even dedicated songs to him. It showed class. You must do the same. Remember, if JSS hadn’t stepped in 06, Def Leppard would have sued the ass off Neal and John would they would have been so broke they would have had to resort begging the soup wench down at the Salvation Army for a cup of Campells Cream of Bean, and you’d still be spending your days trying to imitate Steve Perry, Jimi Jamison, Cheap Trick, Ann Wilson and Pat Benetar all at the same time.

2. Steve Perry is the sun. You are the moon. He shone brilliantly,-as good a singer as you might be the best you’ll ever do is reflect his brilliance. That goes for Rollie too. Please bear that in mind when your bosses ask you to take the musical equivalent of a Ginsu 2 to the classics which so many of us love.


3.None of the nonsense which has gone on in the past is your fault. You just took a dream job and will do it to the best of your ability. Fair play, but don’t be offended if long suffering Journey fans sick of the crap vent at you, boo your band mates on stage at the first opportunity, and stick their middle finger up. Buy some steel underpants. Grow a second and a third skin, Take some of them little pills that block up your tear glands. Whatever. cos your gonna have to put up with some shit, your just gonna have to live with it.

4. You’re probably a good guy. No you are probably a great guy. Just remember if you skinny dip in a barrel full of mackerel your ass can really stink. Don’t let the morals of some of your colleagues wear off on you, because some day you’ll regret it. It aint worth it .

This is a really great post. Perfect, in fact. I agree with every word.

My advice to Arnel:

1) Be true to yourself. You do that, it'll show in your performances, and people will eventually warm to you
2) Take care of your voice. You're a gifted singer. After hearing your rendition of "Search is Over", you definitely have it in the vox.

Save your money and invest wisely.

Little Lenny wrote:never hang your washing out on a rainy day.

never invest your money in anything that eats or needs painting.

Everything Lori Jo said and hire yourself a damn good entertainment lawyer now!

Gin and Tonic Sky wrote:I was wondering if you ran into Arnel at the bar and were to give advice to him as he takes up his new job what would it be? Here’s what I would tell him:


1.JSS paid tribute to his predecessor in his concerts with Journey, even dedicated songs to him. It showed class. You must do the same. Remember, if JSS hadn’t stepped in 06, Def Leppard would have sued the ass off Neal and John would they would have been so broke they would have had to resort begging the soup wench down at the Salvation Army for a cup of Campells Cream of Bean, and you’d still be spending your days trying to imitate Steve Perry, Jimi Jamison, Cheap Trick, Ann Wilson and Pat Benetar all at the same time.

2. Steve Perry is the sun. You are the moon. He shone brilliantly,-as good a singer as you might be the best you’ll ever do is reflect his brilliance. That goes for Rollie too. Please bear that in mind when your bosses ask you to take the musical equivalent of a Ginsu 2 to the classics which so many of us love.


3.None of the nonsense which has gone on in the past is your fault. You just took a dream job and will do it to the best of your ability. Fair play, but don’t be offended if long suffering Journey fans sick of the crap vent at you, boo your band mates on stage at the first opportunity, and stick their middle finger up. Buy some steel underpants. Grow a second and a third skin, Take some of them little pills that block up your tear glands. Whatever. cos your gonna have to put up with some shit, your just gonna have to live with it.

4. You’re probably a good guy. No you are probably a great guy. Just remember if you skinny dip in a barrel full of mackerel your ass can really stink. Don’t let the morals of some of your colleagues wear off on you, because some day you’ll regret it. It aint worth it .

Pretty much agree with your post. And would add definately watch your back........if that's how they treat their friends.

Awww, this almost brings a tear to my eye watching it again now. He's just busting at the seams to able to tell the interviewer he's the permanent lead singer. Gives them 110% and gets pooped on for it. Wonder if this is how Arnel felt the last few weeks.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKvK32DxZLI

Don't let the bastards grind you down. (and I don't mean the Journey bandmembers)

lidobar wrote:Don't let the bastards grind you down. (and I don't mean the Journey bandmembers)

larryfromnextdoor wrote:

lidobar wrote:Don't let the bastards grind you down. (and I don't mean the Journey bandmembers)

Don't unpack.....they have a way of making people feel like they'll be around forever!!Just ask Jeff.....He never saw it coming either.

Gin and Tonic Sky wrote:I was wondering if you ran into Arnel at the bar and were to give advice to him as he takes up his new job what would it be?

Arnel, lo que necesita para conseguir en el próximo vuelo de regreso a las Filipinas y decir adiós a Fro y Frigga. Estos sólo uso usted como un encendedor desechable y arrojar lejos que cuando no son buenos para ellos.

larryfromnextdoor wrote:

Little Lenny wrote:never hang your washing out on a rainy day.

never invest your money in anything that eats or needs painting.

Dam !! that's why I have so many empty canvas's lying around the house....I knew there was a reason!!



another piece of advice
resistance is futile