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Reunion Arena 1983

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 1:33 am
by sonorstks
Newbie to the forum. I have been long time fan and lurker to this site for the past year or so.
I grew up listening to Journey in the late 70's and early 80's and have been hooked ever since.

My first Journey concert was in the summer of 83 at Reunion Arena in Dallas, TX. Journey played 3 shows back to back. I camped out in line all night
to get tickets to 2 of the 3 shows. A friend of mine and me sat in the upper level at the top of the arena for the 1st show. I was able to score a single ticket for the 2nd show
and got 2nd row center stage on the floor. I can remember being in disbelief as Steve Perry stood right in front of me singing. I am one of the lucky ones as
I know there are many fans who were never able to see him live while he was with the band.

I was fortunate to see Steve Perry again on the Raised on Radio, Dallas, TX Dec. 1986, and FTLOSM tour in Dec. 94 at Will Rogers Memorial in Forth Worth, TX .

Since then I have seen the band 2 or 3 times with with Steve Augeri, the 1st was in 98 Vacations over Tour, Bronco Bowl Dallas, TX. I thought he did an amazing job. The band sounded awesome. Saw the band once w/ JSS. I admire his talent but wasnt sure if he was the right fit for Journey.

I missed the opportunity to see Arnel when they came to Dallas this past July. The review of the show was awesome. I am grateful for you tube :D
I was disappointed with the Super Bowl opportunity for the band. We have all seen them play so much better. Hopefully it will be written off as a bump in the road.

Looking forward to many more Journey years to come. If hell ever freezes over and the "voice" makes a return. Look for me standing in the front row.
Cheers!

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PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 1:41 am
by Babyblue
Welcome to the crazy house.heehee I got to see them 3 times and loved the shows.Can't wait to hear more from you.

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 1:48 am
by Blueskies
Nice introduction. Welcome to the asylum. 8)

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 2:48 am
by Babyblue
Blueskies wrote:Nice introduction. Welcome to the asylum. 8)


:lol: :lol: :lol:

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 3:00 am
by TRAGChick
Nice back story.....glad you got up the nerve to jump into the Deep End :lol: :wink:

Welcome!! 8)

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 3:10 am
by Carla777
wow you are indeed very lucky...WELCOME TO MR! :wink:

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 3:28 am
by JRNYFan
I'm quite jealous! Thanks for sharing your story.

Re: Reunion Arena 1983

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 10:53 am
by Michigan Girl
sonorstks wrote:Newbie to the forum. I have been long time fan and lurker to this site for the past year or so.
I grew up listening to Journey in the late 70's and early 80's and have been hooked ever since.

My first Journey concert was in the summer of 83 at Reunion Arena in Dallas, TX. Journey played 3 shows back to back. I camped out in line all night
to get tickets to 2 of the 3 shows. A friend of mine and me sat in the upper level at the top of the arena for the 1st show. I was able to score a single ticket for the 2nd show
and got 2nd row center stage on the floor. I can remember being in disbelief as Steve Perry stood right in front of me singing. I am one of the lucky ones as
I know there are many fans who were never able to see him live while he was with the band.

I was fortunate to see Steve Perry again on the Raised on Radio, Dallas, TX Dec. 1986, and FTLOSM tour in Dec. 94 at Will Rogers Memorial in Forth Worth, TX .

Since then I have seen the band 2 or 3 times with with Steve Augeri, the 1st was in 98 Vacations over Tour, Bronco Bowl Dallas, TX. I thought he did an amazing job. The band sounded awesome. Saw the band once w/ JSS. I admire his talent but wasnt sure if he was the right fit for Journey.

I missed the opportunity to see Arnel when they came to Dallas this past July. The review of the show was awesome. I am grateful for you tube :D
I was disappointed with the Super Bowl opportunity for the band. We have all seen them play so much better. Hopefully it will be written off as a bump in the road.

Looking forward to many more Journey years to come. If hell ever freezes over and the "voice" makes a return. Look for me standing in the front row.
Cheers!

Image


Welcome.......we were at a couple of the same SP fronted shows!!! :wink:
Didn't see FTLOSM :cry:

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 6:53 pm
by SherriBerry
Wow, front row for Journey in 1983 - you are so lucky! Welcome to MR!

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 7:40 pm
by Voyager
Welcome to the Journey Jungle!

8)

PostPosted: Wed Feb 11, 2009 11:50 pm
by sonorstks
Thanks for the warm welcome. Michigan Girl, did you make it to the opening act in 83. Bryan Adams opened for Journey on the 83 Frontiers tour. He had recently released "Cuts Like a Knife." He tore up the stage. Great vocals and guitar. They were one of my favorites back then as well. Good to hear from you!



Cuts Like a Knife
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VZhSkREYBc

PostPosted: Thu Feb 12, 2009 2:27 am
by Michigan Girl
sonorstks wrote:Thanks for the warm welcome. Michigan Girl, did you make it to the opening act in 83. Bryan Adams opened for Journey on the 83 Frontiers tour. He had recently released "Cuts Like a Knife." He tore up the stage. Great vocals and guitar. They were one of my favorites back then as well. Good to hear from you!



Cuts Like a Knife
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VZhSkREYBc


Yep, I had just come back from seeing them in Michigan at the EOJune.
The Dallas show was a gift and a surprise......Good...no GREAT memories!!! :wink:

PostPosted: Thu Feb 12, 2009 4:25 am
by artist4perry
Welcome! Thanks for sharing your story.........love your av! :D