With Augeri getting better...

[Archetype]

I think it would be pretty great to bring Steve A. back out on tour with Journey. No, Arnel's not going anywhere. Steve and Arnel can help to save each other's voices and thus keep the Journey going strong for many more years. Throw Deen into the mix too and you've got an excellent vocal barrage every night. I think most fans would dig it...sure some would complain but it would provide for: Longer setlists, slightly larger draw (market it right) no de-tuning, and a great piece of Journey history. Do some TV interviews with the six of them also. Augeri could also pick up some of Jonathan's rhythm guitar parts and allow Jonathan to add some interesting key/organ parts to some of the songs.


Separate Ways (Pineda)
Message Of Love (Pineda)
Only The Young (Pineda)
Escape (Pineda)
Higher Place (Augeri)
Stone In Love (Augeri)
Like A Sunshower (Pineda)
Resonate (Pineda)
Who's Crying Now? (Pineda)
Mother, Father (Castronovo)
With Your Love (Augeri)
Lights (Augeri)
Place In Your Heart (Augeri)
Still She Cries (Castronovo)
Chain Of Love (Pineda)
Escape (Pineda)
Kiss Me Softly (Augeri)
Open Arms (Pineda)
Be Good To Yourself (Pineda)
Wheel In The Sky (Pineda)
Loving, Touching, Squeezing (Augeri)
Faithfully (Augeri)
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Someone (Pineda)
Girl Can't Help It (Pineda)
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Any Way You Want It (Pineda)
Don't Stop Believing (Pineda & Augeri duet)


Also should have lots of lights, lasers, pyrotechnics, cool video effects.

[marco17]

Cool idea, but this would never happen because Neal's ego would never allow it. Even with him getting better, I doubt the band or their management have even considered extending the olive branch, and asking if he wants to come out for a song when they play PNC Bank or whichever other date[s] are close to NYC. Trust me, they did enough improv stuff during the Camden show that they could really fit another song, in this case, a special guest song, into the set if they wanted to. If St. John's understanding from another thread is accurate, all but Neal are on good terms with SA, even though they don't keep in any sort of contact with him. And, if Neal is at all bitter about the whole thing, though who knows why, he'd never let even that happen. I think the best scenario is that SA can continue to get some of these solo dates going and people can enjoy a night with him and a night with Journey.

[AR]

Also while Steve's voice has come back the last thing he needs is to do 150 dates even if only singing a few songs. He can go out and do his solo shows every now and then, have fun and the crowd is eating it up.

Neat idea though Archetype and I love the setlist.

[steveo777]

Actually, what woud be cool is if he and Perry could team up for a couple gigs.
Bring Lincoln Brewster.

[AR]

Actually, what woud be cool is if he and Perry could team up for a couple gigs.

Better shot at Steve and JSS doing a gig.

[The_Noble_Cause]

This is a fun idea, but in reality, makes little sense. Augeri was the lead vocalist, and that job is now capably held by somebody else. I liked SA's era alot, but he really didn't leave much of an impression on the band's dynamics. He was just sort of a place holder, sadly. The only former member of significant historical importance who could come back would be Rolie. It would be nice if Augeri showed up on one of their NY dates. But I think the band has whitewashed his time with the group.

As Ed mentioned, a date with JSS would be cool. Always thought Chalfant, JSS, and SA should tour together - call it the "The Voices of Journey", or some sort of sleazy cash-in package deal.

[Rick]

This is a fun idea, but in reality, makes little sense. Augeri was the lead vocalist, and that job is now capably held by somebody else. I liked SA's era alot, but he really didn't leave much of an impression on the band's dynamics. He was just sort of a place holder, sadly. The only former member of significant historical importance who could come back would be Rolie. It would be nice if Augeri showed up on one of their NY dates. But I think the band has whitewashed his time with the group.

As Ed mentioned, a date with JSS would be cool. Always thought Chalfant, JSS, and SA should tour together - call it the "The Voices of Journey", or some sort of sleazy cash-in package deal.

There was a thread about that in the past, and they were calling it "The Bastards of Journey Tour".

[AR]

This is a fun idea, but in reality, makes little sense. Augeri was the lead vocalist, and that job is now capably held by somebody else. I liked SA's era alot, but he really didn't leave much of an impression on the band's dynamics. He was just sort of a place holder, sadly. The only former member of significant historical importance who could come back would be Rolie. It would be nice if Augeri showed up on one of their NY dates. But I think the band has whitewashed his time with the group.

As Ed mentioned, a date with JSS would be cool. Always thought Chalfant, JSS, and SA should tour together - call it the "The Voices of Journey", or some sort of sleazy cash-in package deal.

There was a thread about that in the past, and they were calling it "The Bastards of Journey Tour".

Love that name.

Ok, we now have Soto, Augeri and Perry together.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpMxyGav-ks

The Perry/Augeri transitions are fairly seemless. Jeff is a step down (still great but different)

[AR]

Wasn't around theres when these Brazil clips came out, but those people definitely recognize SA as having been in Journey.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4t9eHIbd ... re=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgLc-S61av8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-ehnPcJ ... re=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ATc7urr ... re=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2_eMeoN ... re=related

[scarab]

according to Journey management we all are too stupid to deal with "multiple" lead singers.
without Deen singing a few, i wont go see Journey.

Styx must have much better management, they view the fans as intelligent enough to process the thought of 2-3 singers.

[Majestic]

Brialliant idea! Can NEVER have too many lead singers at one time in a band:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NaCCG7QkM_c

Could be groovy!

[slucero]

after what they put him through... why the fuck would Augeri do something this stupid???

[AR]

after what they put him through... why the fuck would Augeri do something this stupid???

Well, he wouldn't.

[scarab]

and even when Augeri couldnt sing in top notch form they could of done something like this....


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyooALwfxO8

[slucero]

they could have also said... "Stevie.. your voice needs rest... so we're gonna take some time off...."

[MCC620]

they could have also said... "Stevie.. your voice needs rest... so we're gonna take some time off...."

but they wouldn't.......

[AR]

they could have also said... "Stevie.. your voice needs rest... so we're gonna take some time off...."

Yes they could have.

[marco17]

they could have also said... "Stevie.. your voice needs rest... so we're gonna take some time off...."

They could have, but didn't, and I think Neal was ready to dump him by then anyway, and what better way to do it than continuing touring the guy to death and basically force him out because he's physically unable to do the job.

[Archetype]

I wonder how it works for a member of a successful band if they're unable to physically do the job....Do they get unemployment/disability? Wonder how Steve's finances are. He seems like such a great guy...hope he's enjoying life now.

[Glenn]

they could have also said... "Stevie.. your voice needs rest... so we're gonna take some time off...."

but they wouldn't.......

Thank God they didn't....

[Saint John]

after what they put him through...

Yeah, going from The Gap to a millionaire must've really sucked.

[Glenn]

after what they put him through...

Yeah, going from The Gap to a millionaire must've really sucked.

+1

[MCC620]

after what they put him through...

Yeah, going from The Gap to a millionaire must've really sucked.

I guess if it's all about the money then this is the perfect answer. And i know you think it should be Dan, but sometimes it isn't.

But I digress.

Steve A is happy and enjoying life with a new band, new music and by the attendance at his shows, his fans are enjoying it too. And that speaks volumes.

[Saint John]

after what they put him through...

Yeah, going from The Gap to a millionaire must've really sucked.

I guess if it's all about the money then this is the perfect answer. And i know you think it should be Dan, but sometimes it isn't.

Hey, you're the one slighting him here. If you wanna infer that the guy has no backbone, was a "yes man" and simply didn't possess the courage to say "No" then you go right ahead. I'm simply giving him his fair share of the blame, in what was an organized, conscious and free decision to deceive fans. And nothing more or less.

[MCC620]

after what they put him through...

Yeah, going from The Gap to a millionaire must've really sucked.

I guess if it's all about the money then this is the perfect answer. And i know you think it should be Dan, but sometimes it isn't.

Hey, you're the one slighting him here. If you wanna infer that the guy has no backbone, was a "yes man" and simply didn't possess the courage to say "No" then you go right ahead. I'm simply giving him his fair share of the blame, in what was an organized, conscious and free decision to deceive fans. And nothing more or less.

I was merely responding to your comment about him going from the Gap to millionaire. Why you are trying to bring anything else into this is beyond me.

[Saint John]

I was merely responding to your comment about him going from the Gap to millionaire.

Understood. However, when you say it's "not all about the money," but have a guy that along the way to becoming a millionaire (or adding to that sum) participated in shows were his voice wasn't going out to the crowd, it illustrates that it is, indeed, all about the money. How else am I to interpret such actions?

Why you are trying to bring anything else into this is beyond me.

I'm simply explaining to you why I feel that your statement was inaccurate. These guys play to make money. Sometimes, no matter what.

[MCC620]

I was merely responding to your comment about him going from the Gap to millionaire.

Understood. However, when you say it's "not all about the money," but have a guy that along the way to becoming a millionaire (or adding to that sum) participated in shows were his voice wasn't going out to the crowd, it illustrates that it is, indeed, all about the money. How else am I to interpret such actions?

Why you are trying to bring anything else into this is beyond me.

I'm simply explaining to you why I feel that your statement was inaccurate. These guys play to make money. Sometimes, no matter what.

dan, you can interpret whatever you believed happened however you want, just as i can. neither of us was there in the trenches.

but i am able to comment on steve augeri today and where he is at. and it's all good.

[Saint John]

dan, you can interpret whatever you believed happened however you want, just as i can.

Absolutely, and I'm doing so using logic and reason. You? I'm not really sure. You seem incapable of admitting that Steve did anything wrong to the fans, and I really can't fathom that. I'd be glad to hear from you what blame, if any, he carries in those less than completely live shows.

neither of us was there in the trenches.

No, but as a paying customer I think I have a right to investigate and question why the lead singer was knowingly standing on stage, purporting to sing to me, when, in fact, he wasn't. At least not all the time. But that's over now, and he's admitted that there are some decisions he wishes could've been better. It's just a shame that others seem to want to cast all of the blame on everyone ... but him.

but i am able to comment on steve augeri today and where he is at. and it's all good.

Well, I must have missed the announcement naming you his new spokesperson. Regardless, I think everyone is happy that Steve is back out on the road, of seemingly great health and is once again able to what he does very well.

[Deb]

dan, you can interpret whatever you believed happened however you want, just as i can.

Absolutely, and I'm doing so using logic and reason. You? I'm not really sure. You seem incapable of admitting that Steve did anything wrong to the fans, and I really can't fathom that. I'd be glad to hear from you what blame, if any, he carries in those less than completely live shows.

Bahaha, thanks for the laugh Danaldo. YOU can only seem to point out the perceived wrongs any/all of Journey's past singers have done. SA seems to be the only one that most here blame for that. He is in no way the only one, but gets posted about the most for it. Gawd forbid you pull Cain or Schon out of your ass long enough to lay some blame in their backyard too...publicly, once in a while anyways.

[MCC620]

dan, you can interpret whatever you believed happened however you want, just as i can.

Absolutely, and I'm doing so using logic and reason. You? I'm not really sure. You seem incapable of admitting that Steve did anything wrong to the fans, and I really can't fathom that. I'd be glad to hear from you what blame, if any, he carries in those less than completely live shows.

neither of us was there in the trenches.

No, but as a paying customer I think I have a right to investigate and question why the lead singer was knowingly standing on stage, purporting to sing to me, when, in fact, he wasn't. At least not all the time. But that's over now, and he's admitted that there are some decisions he wishes could've been better. It's just a shame that others seem to want to cast all of the blame on everyone ... but him.

but i am able to comment on steve augeri today and where he is at. and it's all good.

Well, I must have missed the announcement naming you his new spokesperson. Regardless, I think everyone is happy that Steve is back out on the road, of seemingly great health and is once again able to what he does very well.

whatever dan...your side, my side and somewhere, in between, the truth