Hugo

[Deb]

For that matter, there is even another cover band out there that is better than Evolution...Lights, with my bud Jeff on keys and Juan Del Castillo on vocals.

Here's their version of "Faithfully". Juan has a great voice...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kv2gWSmm5Z4

Dave, that guy is VERY good. One of the best covers of Faithfully I've ever heard. I'd love to see them live. Could you post a few more songs by them?

There are 4 clips on their myspace page, located here... http://www.myspace.com/lightstribute
The clip of "Stay Awhile" on that page is especially good, in my opinion.

If I find more on Youtube, I'll post them.

Wow Dave those guys are really good. I checked out some of the songs on their myspace, especially Stay Awhile and Only the Young.

[froy]

Froy, Jeremey is out-freakin'-standing. He is PHENOMENAL. You must be tone-deaf.

You saw Journey with Perry "at least 50 times"? Holy crap! How old ARE you?

46 my friend

[chynablue]

Did I call you a name Jeremy ?
I have seen your clips
Im not impressed others think your great so its a matter of opinion
As far as Hugo the guy looks like Perry and sings like Perry
You try to look like Perry and don't so just be yourself maybe it would be a better fit.
I have seen bar bands do JRNY material and the look is not what sells me its the sound that they put out,
I have seen Perry with JRNY many times 50 or so and to me Hugo id close not perfecy but close.
Kevin is good also he should be the singer right now not Soto

You're way off. Judge for yourself.

Hugo and Evolution doing DSB (voice is pretty thin)

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

Jeremey's voice is way stronger.

I think it's great that we've got a variety of great singers out there making albums. JSS has reinvigorated Journey, Kevin has a new album out and Hugo is also working on a new album. Sounds like a variety of material from some great AOR singers, and you can love it or hate it as you please.

But some of these posts start to get a little silly. Like those hypothetical roundtables of whether the 80's Lakers could beat the 2007 Lakers, or who's faster, Superman or the Flash?

As for the tributes, these guys are are all in different regions doing their own thing, and they do it well. Jeremy may be the best in Atlanta, Hugo in NY, etc. I've been dying to see Lights, I really hope to make the next show now that Bob Duda is in the band. And it's nice to hear about these other acts around the country, I'd love to see them all if I could. But this one-upmanship of "Journey should have picked this one" or "my tribute guy is better than yours" just gets old - especially on a thread titled "Hugo", which I assumed was about one particular guy. Maybe someone should start a "Jeremy" thread. I'm curious to see if the debate rises the same way it did here.

[Jeremey]

Did I call you a name Jeremy ?

Um....You called me a "lounge act?" And even worse, you called me "Jeremy."

I have seen your clips
Im not impressed others think your great so its a matter of opinion

You are correct, it is a matter of opinion. I personally feel that there are some who think I get a "free pass" in the singing department because I am a member of this forum. I put you in that catagory.

As far as Hugo the guy looks like Perry and sings like Perry
You try to look like Perry and don't so just be yourself maybe it would be a better fit.

You are not even making sense now, Froy. I "try" to look like Perry? You haven't confused me and Hugo here, correct?

I have seen bar bands do JRNY material and the look is not what sells me its the sound that they put out,

Having gotten by on my looks for the past 36 years, that is truly a disappointing revelation. I will certainly try to do better at uglying myself up for you.

I have seen Perry with JRNY many times 50 or so and to me Hugo is close not perfect but close.
Kevin is good also he should be the singer right now not Soto

You are entitled to your opinion, Froy. My opinion about Frontiers and me and Hugo and KC and Steve Augeri or whoever the fuck you want to put in that catagory is that you could put any of us in a studio and get a pretty respectable replication of Steve Perry's vocals. Aside from when we first started out (before our first show), I've NEVER put any studio recordings out of Frontiers, as we are a live band, and our performances should be judged by that. Compare the warts and all live performances of Frontiers on YouTube, or JSS & Journey on YouTube with the carefully recorded and lip synched videos of other acts all you want, and tell yourself it's all apples to apples...I personally think you're just trying to yank my crank, however. I just wanted you to elaborate a bit on the "lounge singer" comment, and you've proven to me you are either seriously trying to pick at me, or you really are just way out in left field.

[froy]

Soto is a great singer just not for JRNY
Jeremy forget it lounge act
Hugo is scarry Perry he looks it and sings it
No hard on just the way I see it

Froy, before I unload on you, why don't you contribute something useful to this "debate" you continue to troll around this forum every couple of months or so? Can you elaborate on your thoughts, or are you just trying to get attention by name calling?

Did I call you a name Jeremy ?
I have seen your clips
Im not impressed others think your great so its a matter of opinion
As far as Hugo the guy looks like Perry and sings like Perry
You try to look like Perry and don't so just be yourself maybe it would be a better fit.
I have seen bar bands do JRNY material and the look is not what sells me its the sound that they put out,
I have seen Perry with JRNY many times 50 or so and to me Hugo id close not perfecy but close.
Kevin is good also he should be the singer right now not Soto

You're way off. Judge for yourself.

Hugo and Evolution doing DSB (voice is pretty thin)

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

Jeremey's voice is way stronger.

First off the mix is crap
Hugo sings it more like Perry did during Escape and prior
If this was mixed better and it was loaded up with reverb like Jeremy's mix I think you would have a different O
IM not saying Jeremy is bad he just tries to look like Perry with the tails and it looks foolish

[Jeremey]

I think it's great that we've got a variety of great singers out there making albums. JSS has reinvigorated Journey, Kevin has a new album out and Hugo is also working on a new album. Sounds like a variety of material from some great AOR singers, and you can love it or hate it as you please.

But some of these posts start to get a little silly. Like those hypothetical roundtables of whether the 80's Lakers could beat the 2007 Lakers, or who's faster, Superman or the Flash?

As for the tributes, these guys are are all in different regions doing their own thing, and they do it well. Jeremy may be the best in Atlanta, Hugo in NY, etc. I've been dying to see Lights, I really hope to make the next show now that Bob Duda is in the band. And it's nice to hear about these other acts around the country, I'd love to see them all if I could. But this one-upmanship of "Journey should have picked this one" or "my tribute guy is better than yours" just gets old - especially on a thread titled "Hugo", which I assumed was about one particular guy. Maybe someone should start a "Jeremy" thread. I'm curious to see if the debate rises the same way it did here.

Thanks, bro, I agree with everything you said. It'd be one thing if Froy started his thread about Hugo like you did in the past, and left it at that. But the OP's intent was basically "this is the best tribute band out there." I only got involved to defend myself against being called a "lounge singer."

[froy]

Did I call you a name Jeremy ?

Um....You called me a "lounge act?" And even worse, you called me "Jeremy."

Where do you play your gigs ?
Bars ? same thing

As far as Hugo the guy looks like Perry and sings like Perry
You try to look like Perry and don't so just be yourself maybe it would be a better fit.

You are not even making sense now, Froy. I "try" to look like Perry? You haven't confused me and Hugo here, correct?

If have seen some video with the tails thats trying to look like Perry in my book.

I have seen Perry with JRNY many times 50 or so and to me Hugo is close not perfect but close.
Kevin is good also he should be the singer right now not Soto

You are entitled to your opinion, Froy. My opinion about Frontiers and me and Hugo and KC and Steve Augeri or whoever the fuck you want to put in that catagory is that you could put any of us in a studio and get a pretty respectable replication of Steve Perry's vocals.

I would say Kevin is first
Hugo second
You third
Forget about Augeri,

Aside from when we first started out (before our first show), I've NEVER put any studio recordings out of Frontiers, as we are a live band, and our performances should be judged by that. Compare the warts and all live performances of Frontiers on YouTube, or JSS & Journey on YouTube with the carefully recorded and lip synched videos of other acts all you want, and tell yourself it's all apples to apples...I personally think you're just trying to yank my crank, however. I just wanted you to elaborate a bit on the "lounge singer" comment, and you've proven to me you are either seriously trying to pick at me, or you really are just way out in left field.

Tell ya what forget about lounge singer
Its not that bad
Shaw and Blades are lounge singers
Come to Chicago some day I will give you a listen
Maybe I will have a differnt O

[Rick]

Soto is a great singer just not for JRNY
Jeremy forget it lounge act
Hugo is scarry Perry he looks it and sings it
No hard on just the way I see it

Froy, before I unload on you, why don't you contribute something useful to this "debate" you continue to troll around this forum every couple of months or so? Can you elaborate on your thoughts, or are you just trying to get attention by name calling?

Did I call you a name Jeremy ?
I have seen your clips
Im not impressed others think your great so its a matter of opinion
As far as Hugo the guy looks like Perry and sings like Perry
You try to look like Perry and don't so just be yourself maybe it would be a better fit.
I have seen bar bands do JRNY material and the look is not what sells me its the sound that they put out,
I have seen Perry with JRNY many times 50 or so and to me Hugo id close not perfecy but close.
Kevin is good also he should be the singer right now not Soto

You're way off. Judge for yourself.

Hugo and Evolution doing DSB (voice is pretty thin)

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

Jeremey's voice is way stronger.

First off the mix is crap
Hugo sings it more like Perry did during Escape and prior
If this was mixed better and it was loaded up with reverb like Jeremy's mix I think you would have a different O
IM not saying Jeremy is bad he just tries to look like Perry with the tails and it looks foolish

Negative. Jeremey is Jeremey singing Journey songs brilliantly. Hugo is a simulacrum at best.

And if you think Kevin Chalfant is a better man to front Journey, then you are wrong again. KC is a good singer. His voice is closer to Perry's voice. But that is as far as that goes. JSS is a way better front man. Jeff sings with more passion, more energy, and gives Journey a slightly harder edge. For me, Journey is a better band with a guy out front that can freakin rock, and not another guy out there singing ballads.

[T-Bone]

I think both Hugo and Jeremy BOTH do a great job regardless. Sure Hugo looks more like Perry, but that's about it. He sings the tunes great, but I think Jeremey belts them out with little more power. Jeremey takes a few liberties in some tunes and changes the melodies or structure to make each song his own. Some I think sound cool, and some I don't care for, but he's still out there giving it his all. There's only one Steve Perry and both these vocalists know this. If they choose him as their role model or inspiration, good for them because Steve is one of the all time greats, but some people here bagging on one or the other for piddly reasons? C'mon... there's more to life. Let these guys go out there and do what Perry's NOT choosing to do right now. Go to either tribute bands show and have a fun night

[Jeremey]

Where do you play your gigs ?
Bars ? same thing

Music halls. Festivals. House of Blues. Epcot Center, had Journey not gotten involved...A few bars that hold 500-700 people, hardly neighborhood watering holes. We travelled from Indiana to Florida last year, playing some of the best venues in the region. We sell out almost every show.

If have seen some video with the tails thats trying to look like Perry in my book.

Fair enough. I haven't worn tails in nearly a year. When I did, I put the coat on as a nod to Perry, and for a limited number of tunes. I still don't get how someone who nails down every look and stage direction - Very well, mind you - Gets a pass on that but I don't?

Tell ya what forget about lounge singer
Its not that bad
Shaw and Blades are lounge singers
Come to Chicago some day I will give you a listen
Maybe I will have a differnt O

Thanks - We've had an offer to play House of Blues Chicago already but it didn't work into our schedule earlier this year. I promise you I'll let you know when we do come to town.

[Jeremey]

I like the fact jeremy has a small boiler.

Thanks, Dean - I keep it short to help me sing the high notes...

[yulog]

I think we should compare moderators Andrew and T-Bone.... i think Andrew is eerie, he looks to much like himself and T-bone his voice is stronger but he such a lounger!

[larryfromnextdoor]

I think we should compare moderators Andrew and T-Bone.... i think Andrew is eerie, he looks to much like himself and T-bone his voice is stronger but he such a lounger!

what the heck ??!

[yulog]

Froy, my friend, welcome to the Journey board! I agree completely (do you believe that?). I've always contended they should have hired Hugo or Hunsicker instead of Fraudgieri. Hell, Hugo does Perry better than Steve these days.

Hugo is better than Perry these days? What is this based on? Shit, Perry could sound better than Hugo with 6 dicks in his mouth.

Okay, i'm going to take that bet, 100 dollars on Hugo.......

[froy]

Thanks - We've had an offer to play House of Blues Chicago already but it didn't work into our schedule earlier this year. I promise you I'll let you know when we do come to town.

[/quote]

PM me I will be there
Peace

[Saint John]

Thanks - We've had an offer to play House of Blues Chicago already but it didn't work into our schedule earlier this year. I promise you I'll let you know when we do come to town.

PM me I will be there
Peace[/quote]

I'll be there too, Jeremey. Make sure you post that info on MR and/or The Annex.

[Aaron]

A comparison of Jeremey and Hugo, that's pretty tough. I think both guys cover the Journey material well. As a pure Journey Karaoke act, both are good but Jeremy could get the nod. However, that is not the whole story.

Hugo has released 5 cd's of his own material that are good releases, some great. His writing talent and vocal strength with his own material out shine new Journey material released since ROR. Hugo's own stuff is good excellent material which gives him the nod over other folks. If you haven't gave them given them a listen, you should hear the following:

1. Valentine
2. Open Skyz
3. Hugo
4. Hugo - Time On Earth
5. Hugo - Fire In The Night

JSS can not touch that catalog with his own material.

L8r,

Aaron

[FormerJrnyFan]

A comparison of Jeremey and Hugo, that's pretty tough. I think both guys cover the Journey material well. As a pure Journey Karaoke act, both are good but Jeremy could get the nod. However, that is not the whole story.

Hugo has released 5 cd's of his own material that are good releases, some great. His writing talent and vocal strength with his own material out shine new Journey material released since ROR. Hugo's own stuff is good excellent material which gives him the nod over other folks. If you haven't gave them given them a listen, you should hear the following:

1. Valentine
2. Open Skyz
3. Hugo
4. Hugo - Time On Earth
5. Hugo - Fire In The Night

JSS can not touch that catalog with his own material.

L8r,

Aaron

I'm a big Hugo fan too, but JSS's work blows Hugo to pieces, sorry...

[Aaron]

Back to the bottle with you JGal! And ... you're half right (see edit below). And no sorries, each to his or her own of course.

A comparison of Jeremey and Hugo, that's pretty tough. I think both guys cover the Journey material well. As a pure Journey Karaoke act, both are good but Jeremy could get the nod. However, that is not the whole story.

Hugo has released 5 cd's of his own material that are good releases, some great. His writing talent and vocal strength with his own material out shine new Journey material released since ROR. Hugo's own stuff is good excellent material which gives him the nod over other folks. If you haven't gave them given them a listen, you should hear the following:

1. Valentine
2. Open Skyz
3. Hugo
4. Hugo - Time On Earth
5. Hugo - Fire In The Night

JSS can not touch that catalog with his own material.

L8r,

Aaron

I'm a big Hugo fan too, but JSS's work blows ...

[FormerJrnyFan]

Back to the bottle with you JGal! And ... you're half right (see edit below). And no sorries, each to his or her own of course.

A comparison of Jeremey and Hugo, that's pretty tough. I think both guys cover the Journey material well. As a pure Journey Karaoke act, both are good but Jeremy could get the nod. However, that is not the whole story.

Hugo has released 5 cd's of his own material that are good releases, some great. His writing talent and vocal strength with his own material out shine new Journey material released since ROR. Hugo's own stuff is good excellent material which gives him the nod over other folks. If you haven't gave them given them a listen, you should hear the following:

1. Valentine
2. Open Skyz
3. Hugo
4. Hugo - Time On Earth
5. Hugo - Fire In The Night

JSS can not touch that catalog with his own material.

L8r,

Aaron

I'm a big Hugo fan too, but JSS's work blows ...

Don't care for your editing job there, Aaron...

[Rosebud]

Hugo can't beat JSS, come on now.

[Vladan]

Hugo sounds thin. Jeremey and JSS are stronger singers.

[Liam]

Jeremey would be one hell of a frontman for Journey. The dude rocks.

[dcvader]

I've seen Hugo once - that was enough and Jeremey (Frontiers) many times. No comparison. Jeremey can sing his ass off.

[Blondie]

Jeremey, I think you rock!