Steve Perry Q&A @ Fan Asylum

by **Enigma869** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 4:54 am

Some of Perry's responses were definitely interesting. That said, I just cannot envision him ever singing as a member of Journey again...even at the Rock and Roll HOF, if it ever came to that! I've never understood the thought process behind it, as a Perry fronted Journey would probably rival The Eagles reunion, in terms of the revenue it would generate for the band members. Hell, even if I despised my bandmates, I'd probably entertain the idea, for the almighty dollar!

I do know that JSS had a post on these boards, shortly after coming onboard with Journey about Perry returning to Journey. He basically said he would step aside, immediately for that to happen, but, went on to say "it is NEVER happening folks, trust me". I'm pretty sure with such a definitive statement by Jeff, he has a whole lot more insider knowledge about just how fractured this relationship is, than any of us will ever understand. I'm quite sure that any future Journey is going to have will be with Jeff at the helm.

John from Boston

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:16 am

Enigma869 wrote:Some of Perry's responses were definitely interesting. That said, I just cannot ever envision him ever singing as a member of Journey again...even at the Rock and Roll HOF, if it ever came to that!

I can, and can definitely see the HOF now happening. Hell, it's just my opinion, and maybe this is what Espee wants us to react like, but he is definitely trying to send a message here...Kind of like what Kruschev sent to President Kennedy during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Look, Perry knows the last eight years were never going to change the world as Journey is seen in; however, I know perry respects and likes Jeff. Maybe Perry really feels as he is pushing 60, it's now or never. Perhaps he knows Jeff has some staying power and can actually take Journey somewhere. After all, isn't that what's in the name? Journey? Going somewhere?

I've never understood the thought process behind it, as a Perry fronted Journey would probably rival The Eagles reunion, in terms of the revenue it would generate for the band members. Hell, even if I despised my bandmates, I'd probably entertain the idea, for the almighty dollar!

It would rival the Eagles, especially in North America, but I am not so sure these guys despise each other. The respect is so immense, IMO, that respect could triumph agitation and personal problems.

I do know that JSS had a post on these boards, shortly after coming onboard with Journey about Perry returning to Journey. He basically said he would step aside, immediately for that to happen, but, went on to say "it is NEVER happening folks, trust me".
I'm pretty sure with such a definitive statement by Jeff, he has a whole lot more insider knowledge about just so fractured this relationship is, than any of us will ever understand. I'm quite sure that any future Journey is going to have will be with Jeff at the helm.

I know Perry likes Jeff and respects his talents. Like I said earlier, maybe Perry realizes if it's ever going to happen, it has to be now. I am not saying it is, but I definitely don't think the door is closed. Neal's mind is never made up, and who the hell knows what the Hell he is thinking. I know that guys mind never ever stops.

Like you say John, Jeff not only can take Journey on a Journey, but is going to. It's just a matter of time.

by **NealIsGod** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:17 am

Who wants Perry to rejoin? I don't. I respect the guy, but JSS is the future.

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:19 am

NealIsGod wrote:Who wants Perry to rejoin?

I think you would be really surprised who does.

by **NealIsGod** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:20 am

Rockin'Deano wrote:
NealIsGod wrote:Who wants Perry to rejoin?

I think you would be really surprised who does.

If you say Neal I will slap you. :lol:

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:24 am

NealIsGod wrote:
Rockin'Deano wrote:
NealIsGod wrote:Who wants Perry to rejoin?

I think you would be really surprised who does.

If you say Neal I will slap you.

Oh, I am not saying anyone. I am not that stupid.

by **Granny** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:33 am

Rockin'Deano wrote:
NealIsGod wrote:
Rockin'Deano wrote:
NealIsGod wrote:Who wants Perry to rejoin?

I think you would be really surprised who does.

If you say Neal I will slap you.

Oh, I am not saying anyone. I am not that stupid.

Since I never had the chance to see Perry live, a one-time thing would be great.... that would be me that would like to see them reunited for one night only.......amazed me that he said Neal Schon to Question #62....totally floored me.... so much respect is shown in that remark, its makes u wonder...

Jeff is most certainly the future....carol

by **tammy** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:36 am

cyndy wrote:http://fanasylum.com/steveperry/

That was brilliant! Thanks so much, Cyndy & Lora for all the extra work in getting this Q&A together. Oh, man I was laughing out loud on some of his remarks...like the kitty, kitty...and, hoochie-koo... :lol:

He must be a lot of fun & he does seem playful!! And...sensitive, deep (ah, the moon)...rats, makes me love him more & that hurts! And, he loves tinsel! I love the old tinsel...it is like heavy lead & you can't find it anymore.

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:36 am

Journey will never be in the RnR HOF. That place is a joke anyway.

by **donnaplease** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:37 am

bufordt9 wrote:
Since I never had the chance to see Perry live, a one-time thing would be great.... that would be me that would like to see them reunited for one night only.......amazed me that he said Neal Schon to Question #62....totally floored me.... so much respect is shown in that remark, its makes u wonder...

Jeff is most certainly the future....carol

THAT would be the party of the decade!!!! Deano, get that beer bong ready!!!! :mrgreen:

by **The_Noble_Cause** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:39 am

I've never met ANY singer that included drinking coffee as part of their warming up regiment.
Did that strike anyone as odd (Jeremy? Nora?)

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:46 am

The interview was semi-interesting. Looks like the really good questions were past over though.

Did Augeri really use tapes? What about Mansfield?

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:47 am

bufordt9 wrote:amazed me that he said Neal Schon to Question #62....totally floored me.... so much respect is shown in that remark, its makes u wonder...

Neal says the same thing about him. It's no secret, carol. The respect is huge both ways.

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:48 am

AR wrote:Journey will never be in the RnR HOF.

Yes they will.

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:49 am

Rockin'Deano wrote:
AR wrote:Journey will never be in the RnR HOF.

Yes they will.

Dean, I will bet you $1000 on that. NOWAY IN HELL. I know who votes on that. You will lose.

They do not get in, nor does Styx, Foreigner or anyone else from AOR fame. It just won't happen.

They deserve it of course. That's not what I'm saying here.

by **fred_journeyman** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:50 am

Enigma869 wrote:Some of Perry's responses were definitely interesting. That said, I just cannot ever envision him ever singing as a member of Journey again...even at the Rock and Roll HOF, if it ever came to that! I've never understood the thought process behind it, as a Perry fronted Journey would probably rival The Eagles reunion, in terms of the revenue it would generate for the band members. Hell, even if I despised my bandmates, I'd probably entertain the idea, for the almighty dollar!

Yeah, but Perry doesn't need the money. I did NOT get the impression from Perry's answers that he wanted to or would rejoin Journey. I got the impression he feels there is unfinished business, especially with Neal, and there seems to be an open door. Who knows though?

I really thought from his answers that he is holding out a peace offering to Neal. Whether the two of them ever do anything together or not remains to be seen, but I just got the distinct impression that he is reaching out to Neal. Why would he - when asked who he respects as a musician, etc., - name ONE name only - Neal Schon?

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:52 am

I think I'll sneak into a studio down here and see what comes out. At that time, I'll know what I have or not

Translation: "I don't think I can bring it anymore."

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:54 am

AR wrote:
Rockin'Deano wrote:
AR wrote:Journey will never be in the RnR HOF.

Yes they will.

Dean, I will bet you $1000 on that. NOWAY IN HELL. I know who votes on that. You will lose.

They do not get in, nor does Styx, Foreigner or anyone else from AOR fame. It just won't happen.

They deserve it of course. That's not what I'm saying here.

I will take that bet. Foreigner, Styx or KISS don't deserve to be in. Journey does. Eventually, they will get in.

by **donnaplease** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:54 am

fred_journeyman wrote:
Enigma869 wrote:Some of Perry's responses were definitely interesting. That said, I just cannot ever envision him ever singing as a member of Journey again...even at the Rock and Roll HOF, if it ever came to that! I've never understood the thought process behind it, as a Perry fronted Journey would probably rival The Eagles reunion, in terms of the revenue it would generate for the band members. Hell, even if I despised my bandmates, I'd probably entertain the idea, for the almighty dollar!

Yeah, but Perry doesn't need the money. I did NOT get the impression from Perry's answers that he wanted to or would rejoin Journey. I got the impression he feels there is unfinished business, especially with Neal, and there seems to be an open door. Who knows though?

I really thought from his answers that he is holding out a peace offering to Neal. Whether the two of them ever do anything together or not remains to be seen, but I just got the distinct impression that he is reaching out to Neal. Why would he - when asked who he respects as a musician, etc., - name ONE name only - Neal Schon?

I agree, and that was the most insightful thing I took away from the whole damned thing...

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:55 am

Double post. Drink beer.

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:55 am

AR wrote:
I think I'll sneak into a studio down here and see what comes out. At that time, I'll know what I have or not

Translation: "I don't think I can bring it anymore."

Dude, why do hate Perry so much? He seemed to answer the questions honestly.

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:56 am

Rockin'Deano wrote:
AR wrote:
Rockin'Deano wrote:
AR wrote:Journey will never be in the RnR HOF.

Yes they will.

Dean, I will bet you $1000 on that. NOWAY IN HELL. I know who votes on that. You will lose.

They do not get in, nor does Styx, Foreigner or anyone else from AOR fame. It just won't happen.

They deserve it of course. That's not what I'm saying here.

I will take that bet. Foreigner, Styx or KISS don't deserve to be in. Journey does. Eventually, they will get in.

Kiss totally deserves it and YOU KNOW IT. Totally influential band, regardless of what you think musically. Alice Cooper deserves it too.

That HOF is a total joke though. It's for whoever the hippies at Rolling Stone happen to like.

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 5:57 am

Rockin'Deano wrote:
AR wrote:
I think I'll sneak into a studio down here and see what comes out. At that time, I'll know what I have or not

Translation: "I don't think I can bring it anymore."

Dude, why do hate Perry so much? He seemed to answer the questions honestly.

I do not hate Steve Perry.

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 6:01 am

KISS does NOT deserve it.

Influential? Putting on face makeup? THAT is influential? Dude, check yourself.

They are an embarrassment to themselves. KISS Army coffins for sale? Ok, fine, but don't ever tell me NASCAR advertises too much!

by **NealIsGod** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 6:02 am

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 6:04 am

Rockin'Deano wrote:KISS does NOT deserve it.

Influential? Putting on face makeup? THAT is influential? Dude, check yourself.

They are an embarrassment to themselves. KISS Army coffins for sale? Ok, fine, but don't ever tell me NASCAR advertises too much!

They play LIVE. Always have. Lick my balls. Ask Castronovo what he thinks of them. If Journey toured with them they would have to open. Just like they once did.

Of course Journey rips them a new asshole musically, but Kiss had their place, and the songs are good.

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 6:06 am

LIVE? Dude, I saw SMOOCH play the fuckin Super Bowl and Gene was off a complte word all the time. He wasn;t Close!

SMOOCH does NOT deserve to be in, and don't tell me they are even remotely close to Journey musically.

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 6:07 am

Rockin'Deano wrote:LIVE? Dude, I saw SMOOCH play the fuckin Super Bowl and Gene was off a complte word all the time. He wasn;t Close!

SMOOCH does NOT deserve to be in, and don't tell me they are even remotely close to Journey musically.

You fucking idiot, that was a planned lip, like being on Dick Clark. I am talking about when you pay to see them. You are delusional if you think Journey are bigger than Kiss in the history of rock.

by **Rockindeano** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 6:07 am

Who gives a shit what Deen thinks. Fuck Deen. My opinion is more important to me than his!

Hell, Deen was in Bad English. BE sucked asshole leakage.

by AR » Mon Dec 04, 2006 6:08 am

Rockin'Deano wrote:Who gives a shit what Deen thinks. Fuck Deen. My opinion is more important to me than his!

Hell, Deen was in Bad English. BE sucked asshole leakage.

That was funny!

MR

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