Hugo's comment about being considered for Journey

[StoneCold]

Especially since we've been mired with Journey's misteps over the last year.

Good to have something to look forward to!

[gatorzone04]

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Was that at the Canal Room in NYC?

Yes it was.

I was at that show also, Evolution was incredible that night.
I heard that they are playing there again at the end of September, can't wait!

That was my first time seeing them. Are you saying they're not normally that good? j/k.
Apparently, they play the Canal Room every other month or so. I'll be there in September, guess I'm kinda hooked.

What I am saying is that they are ALWAYS that great!!!
Yes they will be at the Canal Room on Saturday September 29th, I know someone who works there, they will be put that date up on the Canal Room's web site in a couple of days, get your tickets early!!

Can you tell your friend that works there to fix the lighting. Those red and yellow lights are awful

I already did, they have to have a spot on Hugo, can't see sometimes. We should go to journeyshow.com and tell the band, we need better lighting

[Maro]

Jamie Browne is playing bass, he is the current bass player for Hardline. On drums is the amazing John Macaluso, who has played with Yngwie Malmsteen among others.

Eric, can You tell us if there are plans for this amazing line-up to tour behind Ramos/Hugo album?
It would be sad to stay only on studio project level...

If you guys go on tour, then people might also hear how would Hugo do some songs Josh made with Kevin Chalfant in The Storm and Two Fires...

[Socratic Methodist]

Eric, was that you I saw at an Enchant show?

[chynablue]

Eric, can You tell us if there are plans for this amazing line-up to tour behind Ramos/Hugo album?
It would be sad to stay only on studio project level...

If you guys go on tour, then people might also hear how would Hugo do some songs Josh made with Kevin Chalfant in The Storm and Two Fires...

Once the album is done, anything is possible. We would love to do some shows, especially Josh! You don't get to see any of these guys perform too often, so I imagine the setlist would be filled with songs from everyone's catalog. For now, you have to go to Firefest in October if you want to see Hugo perform his own music (with Valentine). I will be there.

Eric, was that you I saw at an Enchant show?

More than likely, yes. The guys invited me to BARfest in May that Enchantheadlined. I have a long friendship with Ed Platt, Doug Ott & all the guys. I was also a guest at the live DVD taping a few years back. Ind if you have the live DVD you can find me doing a quick interview on Disc 2.

Here is a quick pic of Rick (Odin's Court), Sean & Ed (Enchant) & myself. What a great weekend!

[Marc Brunengraber]

I've known Hugo for many years, as I'm a long time friend of Eddie Jelley, Hugo's guitarist on the Fire in the Night album, and also the original guitar player for Evolution during its rise to prominence as the biggest Journey tribute band in the country (and yes, Evolution gets booked for more corporate gigs than any other Journey tribute band, and by big corporations - it's been documented in the newspapers, so go dig it up if you want).

Hugo has always been literally the nicest guy one could hope to meet in the music industry, and he doesn't have a mean bone in his body. He's a family man, and runs his own family business, which is well established. He does music - both Evolution, and albums like the one he's working on, strictly for the love of music. His business keeps him very comfortable -he doesn't need the money from music, which frees him up to sing and work on only what he wants to.

Hugo and I live about 5 miles away from each other. I actually lost touch with him; we haven't spoken since right after his daughter was born, which is a few years already.

I joined this board for two reasons - I'm a huge fan of Journey's music (formerly of the band itself, but not after the way they shamefully treated JSS), but I am also a huge fan of Hugo's, and I wasn't going to sit around and watch assholes trash him simply because they prefer a different singer. Hugo is a magnificent singer.

While I think Hugo would be FAR better for Journey than Jeremey, and that his voice is way more Perry-like than ANYONE out there other than the man himself, I'd much rather hear and see Hugo tour with Josh and Eric, and play a mix of Hugo, Ramos, Journey, The Storm, and Valentine material. Sadly, with the U.S. market being all about rap/hip-hop and tribute bands, that probably won't happen.

[Maro]

I joined this board for two reasons - I'm a huge fan of Journey's music (formerly of the band itself, but not after the way they shamefully treated JSS), but I am also a huge fan of Hugo's, and I wasn't going to sit around and watch assholes trash him simply because they prefer a different singer. Hugo is a magnificent singer.

While I think Hugo would be FAR better for Journey than Jeremey, and that his voice is way more Perry-like than ANYONE out there other than the man himself, I'd much rather hear and see Hugo tour with Josh and Eric, and play a mix of Hugo, Ramos, Journey, The Storm, and Valentine material. Sadly, with the U.S. market being all about rap/hip-hop and tribute bands, that probably won't happen.

You're so right with this, man, nice to have you here.
I'd also prefer Hugo get wider fame in his own right.

[JH'sTXfan]

While I think Hugo would be FAR better for Journey than Jeremey, and that his voice is way more Perry-like than ANYONE out there other than the man himself,

I'm not telling you what to do, just asking nicely...please let's not do anymore Hugo/Jeremey comparisons. They're both good singers in their own rights, let's play nice here. This could get nasty again.

[conversationpc]

While I think Hugo would be FAR better for Journey than Jeremey, and that his voice is way more Perry-like than ANYONE out there other than the man himself, I'd much rather hear and see Hugo tour with Josh and Eric, and play a mix of Hugo, Ramos, Journey, The Storm, and Valentine material. Sadly, with the U.S. market being all about rap/hip-hop and tribute bands, that probably won't happen.

I like Hugo's solo material and from Valentine from what I've heard. However, Hugo sounds far more like Steve Augeri than he does Perry. Jeremey sounds much more like Perry than he does Augeri.

[Wheels Of Fyre]

I joined this board for two reasons - I wasn't going to sit around and watch assholes trash him [Hugo] simply because they prefer a different singer. Hugo is a magnificent singer.

While I think Hugo would be FAR better for Journey than Jeremey, and that his voice is way more Perry-like than ANYONE out there other than the man himself, I'd much rather hear and see Hugo tour with Josh and Eric, and play a mix of Hugo, Ramos, Journey, The Storm, and Valentine material. Sadly, with the U.S. market being all about rap/hip-hop and tribute bands, that probably won't happen.

So defend Hugo but trash other potential singers because they're not as "Perry-like"...?

[StoneCold]

[quote="Marc Brunengraber"]I've known Hugo for many years, as I'm a long time friend of Eddie Jelley, Hugo's guitarist on the Fire in the Night album, and also the original guitar player for Evolution during its rise to prominence as the biggest Journey tribute band in the country (and yes, Evolution gets booked for more corporate gigs than any other Journey tribute band, and by big corporations - it's been documented in the newspapers, so go dig it up if you want).

I joined this board for two reasons - I'm a huge fan of Journey's music (formerly of the band itself, but not after the way they shamefully treated JSS), but I am also a huge fan of Hugo's, and I wasn't going to sit around and watch assholes trash him simply because they prefer a different singer. Hugo is a magnificent singer.

While I think Hugo would be FAR better for Journey than Jeremey, and that his voice is way more Perry-like than ANYONE out there other than the man himself, I'd much rather hear and see Hugo tour with Josh and Eric, and play a mix of Hugo, Ramos, Journey, The Storm, and Valentine material. Sadly, with the U.S. market being all about rap/hip-hop and tribute bands, that probably won't happen.[/quote]

Great post man. Nice to have more people that know Hugo around.

[ArnelRox]

Hugo sounds far more like Steve Augeri than he does Perry. Jeremey sounds much more like Perry than he does Augeri.

After listening to his albums the last few days, Hugo sounds like a cross between Perry & Augeri to me. I think he has more of the "mature" Perry sound than Jeremey does. Jeremey often sounds more like a young Perry. But neither are exactly Perry & both very talented singers in their own rights.

I'm really crazy about Hugo after listening to his albums tho. Some fantastic songs on those. Wish I could see him perform his own music. What is wrong w/music today that a talent like this can't tour & entertain us? Oh don't answer. We all know. LOTS.

[Vladan]

Hugo? oh my. Well, I don't understand the hype. He sounds too thin, and the falsetto... not my cup of tea. I don't think he can sing all that well at all, he's terrible in my opinion. How can you listen to that? and say it's any good. Crazy apes the lot of you. He's just as bad as Goran Edman from Yngwie Malmsteen, if not worse. Amatures trying way too hard.

How about some real talents out there? these guys would probably get cut from the American Idol auditions in the first couple weeks, case closed.

[Aaron]

Ease off the drug Vladan, we all understand.

Hugo? oh my. Well, I don't understand the hype. He sounds too thin, and the falsetto... not my cup of tea. I don't think he can sing all that well at all, he's terrible in my opinion. How can you listen to that? and say it's any good. Crazy apes the lot of you. He's just as bad as Goran Edman from Yngwie Malmsteen, if not worse. Amatures trying way too hard.

How about some real talents out there? these guys would probably get cut from the American Idol auditions in the first couple weeks, case closed.

[Vladan]

Hey pal winners don't take drugs.

Now for some positive feedback. Jeremy Hunsicker is a good singer, Kevin Chalfant another good singer - both have strong vocals, and don't have to rely on falsetto or sounding really quite to get them out of trouble, that's real talent.

[G.I.Jim]

Hey pal winners don't take drugs.

Now for some positive feedback. Jeremy Hunsicker is a good singer, Kevin Chalfant another good singer - both have strong vocals, and don't have to rely on falsetto or sounding really quite to get them out of trouble, that's real talent.

I feel like I'm listening to those cheesy G.I. Joe, or other public service announcements from the 80's! Ungh!!! BTW, not trying to be a smart-ass, but you need to start proof-reading dude!!! Read your second sentence!

[Aaron]

I like Jeremey and KC as well. All three are great singers IMO. If you think they don't all use some falsetto, you'd better have another look.

Hey pal winners don't take drugs.

Now for some positive feedback. Jeremy Hunsicker is a good singer, Kevin Chalfant another good singer - both have strong vocals, and don't have to rely on falsetto or sounding really quite to get them out of trouble, that's real talent.

[Rockindeano]

Here is a quick pic of Rick (Odin's Court), Sean & Ed (Enchant) & myself. What a great weekend!

Eric, change your name to Sinbad. You rule dude.

[tammy]

Here's a pic I took. Enjoy. (he really doesn't look that much like Perry)

Oh, that is a VERY nice pic...he needs to come out west & do some shows of his own music when he finishes it.

[tammy]

[quote="chynablueOne of my favorite Perry performances (at least right now) is from the FTLOSM tour in 94 where he sings I'll be Alright Without You/Cupid. If you haven't seen it yet, search for it on You Tube. It's the most purely Perry moment I've seen in awhile.[/quote]



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Yes, this is one of my recent favorites...I think I like this version more than the original from the 80s...just something about it & the added parts with Cupid just makes it divine.

[gatorzone04]

Hugo? oh my. Well, I don't understand the hype. He sounds too thin, and the falsetto... not my cup of tea. I don't think he can sing all that well at all, he's terrible in my opinion. How can you listen to that? and say it's any good. Crazy apes the lot of you. He's just as bad as Goran Edman from Yngwie Malmsteen, if not worse. Amatures trying way too hard.

How about some real talents out there? these guys would probably get cut from the American Idol auditions in the first couple weeks, case closed.

Hey man, I can understand that Hugo "may not be your cup of tea" you have the right too your opinion. But to say he is terrible is just a stupid remark, Hugo has a temondous amount of fans around the world that would have to disagree with you.

[ArnelRox]

Hugo? oh my. Well, I don't understand the hype. He sounds too thin, and the falsetto... not my cup of tea. I don't think he can sing all that well at all, he's terrible in my opinion. How can you listen to that? and say it's any good. Crazy apes the lot of you. He's just as bad as Goran Edman from Yngwie Malmsteen, if not worse. Amatures trying way too hard.

How about some real talents out there? these guys would probably get cut from the American Idol auditions in the first couple weeks, case closed.

Hey man, I can understand that Hugo "may not be your cup of tea" you have the right too your opinion. But to say he is terrible is just a stupid remark, Hugo has a temondous amount of fans around the world that would have to disagree with you.

I agree. That is totally unfair. Hugo is not even close to "amateur". He would not have had recording contracts if that were the case. As for this comment about the falsetto, what are u talking about? He doesn't go into falsetto on any of his albums. Have u even heard them? No I'm sure.

[StoneCold]

What I don't understand is why some keep harping on his "Journey Tribute" side in negative light. As he mentioned in the orginal comment, not getting the Journey gig allowed him to do his solo stuff.

As listed earlier, he's got 5 albums of his own that are non Journey related. Fronting Valentine, Open Skyz and his 3 solos.

As for the tribute work, I'm glad there's someone like him that can do such a good tribute to Journey. What's wrong with it? It's a tribute and a good one.

He's better off doing that than fronting the real band anyway. He has more control of his time to do solo work.

[gatorzone04]

What I don't understand is why some keep harping on his "Journey Tribute" side in negative light. As he mentioned in the orginal comment, not getting the Journey gig allowed him to do his solo stuff.

As listed earlier, he's got 5 albums of his own that are non Journey related. Fronting Valentine, Open Skyz and his 3 solos.

As for the tribute work, I'm glad there's someone like him that can do such a good tribute to Journey. What's wrong with it? It's a tribute and a good one.

He's better off doing that than fronting the real band anyway. He has more control of his time to do solo work.

Great point, I agree with you!!

[Maro]

Somehow I feel that Hugo should get more exposure for his own work than for tribute thing...

I wouldn't mind if he gets Journey gig instead of Jeremey, because I'd support them the same as I had with Steve Perry or Steve Augeri, or I would with Jeremey or Kevin Chalfant... but speaking about his tribute band Evolution - I'm not really into tribute bands...

Anyway, can't wait to get new Ramos/Hugo album...
Other than that, Valentine are playing later this year on Firefest in UK... I wonder if they might take some time together to record new album... That would be awesome...

[StoneCold]

[quote="Maro"]Somehow I feel that Hugo should get more exposure for his own work than for tribute thing...

I wouldn't mind if he gets Journey gig instead of Jeremey, because I'd support them the same as I had with Steve Perry or Steve Augeri, or I would with Jeremey or Kevin Chalfant... but speaking about his tribute band Evolution - I'm not really into tribute bands...

Anyway, can't wait to get new Ramos/Hugo album...
Other than that, Valentine are playing later this year on Firefest in UK... I wonder if they might take some time together to record new album... That would be awesome... [/quote]

If Hugo's band played on the West Coast, I'd make a point to see them. Speaking of Augeri though, has anyone heard if the solo or Tall Stories II is coming out soon? Ever?