Marin Journal - Article on Journey & Jon

[Barb]

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Cain, Journey experience a revelation

Rich Freedman
Article Launched: 06/05/2008 11:05:50 PM PDT


Toothbrush. Check. Shaving stuff. Check. Clothes. check.
Wait É Oh yeah É Keyboard and guitar. Check.

Taking his life on the road isn't something new for Jonathan Cain. Not when you're in one of the most popular rock bands in the history of the planet.Ê

And the Novato musician is psyched for road life that starts July 9 in Denver, ends Oct. 4 in Albuquerque, and stops Sept. 24 at the Sleep Train Pavilion in Concord, Sept. 26 at the Sleep Train in Sacramento, and Sept. 27 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View.

Ho hum, just another four-month, 50-concert U.S. tour.Ê

Not quite. There's a new release, "Revelation," a double-CD/DVD recording peddled globally by Wal-Mart, and a new guy on lead vocals, Arnel Pineda from the Philippines, plucked from his virtual audition on YouTube by Journey co-founder and guitarist Neal Schon.Ê

"It's a cool tour," Cain said by phone just before leaving for a monthlong tour of the United Kingdom. "New music from a new CD, which is always a kick. And a familiar sound with a new voice."

Cain, as excited about touring as he is about his new backyard vineyard, said that, yep, he's got it all down.

"You basically know as you go along what to expect," he said. "You look at the checklist and things that can go wrong. Instrument wise, you cover yourself."

Then there are the hits - "Who's Cryin' Now" "Don't Stop Believin'," "Separate Ways," "Open Arms," "Faithfully," "Lovin', Touchin' Squeezin'," "Lights," "Wheel in the Sky"

Êas well as the new tunes. In a review of "Revelation this week, the New York Times wrote that "the band seems to have taken rock vitamins: It feels alive."
This is the first major tour with Pineda after the 40-year-old from Quezon City was anointed as Journey's frontman on Dec. 5. Pineda replaced Jeff Soto, who had replaced Steve Augeri, who had replaced Steve Perry.Ê

So far, so good, Cain said.

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Because Pineda's Filipino band, the Zoo, played mostly clubs, the vocalist needed to learn to be more animated for larger venues, Cain said.

"You have to play it differently when you use the big stage," Cain said. "It's trial and error. Whatever works for him ... what looks natural. It's different than playing a club in Manila. It's all just a process."

Fans don't want Pineda to be a Steve Perry clone, Cain said.

"They don't want him to do anything but be comfortable up there and sing songs the band is famous for," Cain said. "A lot are checking him out for the first time. He'll have to earn their respect every night. We went through that with Steve Augeri in 1998. It's 'Show me,' with their arms folded. By the end of the show, they'll be eating out of their hand. I believe he's the guy."

Cain, who previously enjoyed fame with the Babys, has been Journey's guy on keyboards since replacing Gregg Rolie in 1981. A premiere songwriter, he's not just penned many of Journey's top tunes, he's written songs performed by Michael Bolton, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Rogers, Heart, Conway Twitty, Mariah Carey and Peter Frampton.Ê

It's always good to know the artist, Cain said.

As for creating a tune for an artist he's familiar with, "I'll pitch the songs if I think it's right," Cain said.Ê

Cain & Co. start their American tour with Heart and Cheap Trick on July 9 in Colorado.

Though Journey will play shorter sets than it is used to because Heart and Cheap Trick are on the same bill, "for the entertainment value, it's a winning package," Cain said. "The three bands probably represent 100 million units sold."Ê

With the marketing punch of Wal-Mart, Journey's sales numbers on the new albums could soar. That means that Cain is likely to be recognized even more than he is now.

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

And if anyone sees Cain at a restaurant, let the guy eat first.

"People come up in the middle of breakfast and I've got eggs in my mouth. I used to draw the line there," Cain said. "But it's sort of a flattering moment to be asked for my autograph. You work all your life to make a name for yourself."

[larryfromnextdoor]

I've got eggs in my mouth.

i like fried eggs fried hard.. nothing runny..

[wednesday's child]

It seems Jonathan's enjoying being mentor to a lead singer free of "lead singer disease".
I hope the rest of the band enoys their tour, because their enjoyment will translate ontstage.

I envy you folks who'll get to see them perform.
We don't know when they'll be visiting our shores.
Heck, we don't even know when Revelation will be out in the Philippines.

wech

[venomnation]

I've got eggs in my mouth.

I thought he was married....when did he switch teams?

[Luvsaugeri]

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

And if anyone sees Cain at a restaurant, let the guy eat first.

Why was he walking home?? And he took a ride from a complete stranger???

[NealIsGod]

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

And if anyone sees Cain at a restaurant, let the guy eat first.

Why was he walking home?? And he took a ride from a complete stranger???

Yeah, I thought that was odd, too. Sounds fabricated.

[Onestepper]

He doesn't like giving autographs when dining, but he'll get in a car with a complete stranger. And he is giving AP advice?

Brilliant.

[Michigan Girl]

He doesn't like giving autographs when dining, but he'll get in a car with a complete stranger. And he is giving AP advice?

Brilliant.

[amaron]

It seems Jonathan's enjoying being mentor to a lead singer free of "lead singer disease".

Except there were two other singers that didn't have 'LSD' either.

[Art Vandelay]

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Cain, Journey experience a revelation

Rich Freedman
Article Launched: 06/05/2008 11:05:50 PM PDT


Toothbrush. Check. Shaving stuff. Check. Clothes. check.
Wait É Oh yeah É Keyboard and guitar. Check.

Taking his life on the road isn't something new for Jonathan Cain. Not when you're in one of the most popular rock bands in the history of the planet.Ê

And the Novato musician is psyched for road life that starts July 9 in Denver, ends Oct. 4 in Albuquerque, and stops Sept. 24 at the Sleep Train Pavilion in Concord, Sept. 26 at the Sleep Train in Sacramento, and Sept. 27 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View.

Ho hum, just another four-month, 50-concert U.S. tour.Ê

Not quite. There's a new release, "Revelation," a double-CD/DVD recording peddled globally by Wal-Mart, and a new guy on lead vocals, Arnel Pineda from the Philippines, plucked from his virtual audition on YouTube by Journey co-founder and guitarist Neal Schon.Ê

"It's a cool tour," Cain said by phone just before leaving for a monthlong tour of the United Kingdom. "New music from a new CD, which is always a kick. And a familiar sound with a new voice."

Cain, as excited about touring as he is about his new backyard vineyard, said that, yep, he's got it all down.

"You basically know as you go along what to expect," he said. "You look at the checklist and things that can go wrong. Instrument wise, you cover yourself."

Then there are the hits - "Who's Cryin' Now" "Don't Stop Believin'," "Separate Ways," "Open Arms," "Faithfully," "Lovin', Touchin' Squeezin'," "Lights," "Wheel in the Sky"

Êas well as the new tunes. In a review of "Revelation this week, the New York Times wrote that "the band seems to have taken rock vitamins: It feels alive."
This is the first major tour with Pineda after the 40-year-old from Quezon City was anointed as Journey's frontman on Dec. 5. Pineda replaced Jeff Soto, who had replaced Steve Augeri, who had replaced Steve Perry.Ê

So far, so good, Cain said.

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Because Pineda's Filipino band, the Zoo, played mostly clubs, the vocalist needed to learn to be more animated for larger venues, Cain said.

"You have to play it differently when you use the big stage," Cain said. "It's trial and error. Whatever works for him ... what looks natural. It's different than playing a club in Manila. It's all just a process."

Fans don't want Pineda to be a Steve Perry clone, Cain said.

"They don't want him to do anything but be comfortable up there and sing songs the band is famous for," Cain said. "A lot are checking him out for the first time. He'll have to earn their respect every night. We went through that with Steve Augeri in 1998. It's 'Show me,' with their arms folded. By the end of the show, they'll be eating out of their hand. I believe he's the guy."

Cain, who previously enjoyed fame with the Babys, has been Journey's guy on keyboards since replacing Gregg Rolie in 1981. A premiere songwriter, he's not just penned many of Journey's top tunes, he's written songs performed by Michael Bolton, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Rogers, Heart, Conway Twitty, Mariah Carey and Peter Frampton.Ê

It's always good to know the artist, Cain said.

As for creating a tune for an artist he's familiar with, "I'll pitch the songs if I think it's right," Cain said.Ê

Cain & Co. start their American tour with Heart and Cheap Trick on July 9 in Colorado.

Though Journey will play shorter sets than it is used to because Heart and Cheap Trick are on the same bill, "for the entertainment value, it's a winning package," Cain said. "The three bands probably represent 100 million units sold."Ê

With the marketing punch of Wal-Mart, Journey's sales numbers on the new albums could soar. That means that Cain is likely to be recognized even more than he is now.

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

And if anyone sees Cain at a restaurant, let the guy eat first.

"People come up in the middle of breakfast and I've got eggs in my mouth. I used to draw the line there," Cain said. "But it's sort of a flattering moment to be asked for my autograph. You work all your life to make a name for yourself."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

[UncleKG]

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Cain, Journey experience a revelation

Rich Freedman
Article Launched: 06/05/2008 11:05:50 PM PDT


Toothbrush. Check. Shaving stuff. Check. Clothes. check.
Wait É Oh yeah É Keyboard and guitar. Check.

Taking his life on the road isn't something new for Jonathan Cain. Not when you're in one of the most popular rock bands in the history of the planet.Ê

And the Novato musician is psyched for road life that starts July 9 in Denver, ends Oct. 4 in Albuquerque, and stops Sept. 24 at the Sleep Train Pavilion in Concord, Sept. 26 at the Sleep Train in Sacramento, and Sept. 27 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View.

Ho hum, just another four-month, 50-concert U.S. tour.Ê

Not quite. There's a new release, "Revelation," a double-CD/DVD recording peddled globally by Wal-Mart, and a new guy on lead vocals, Arnel Pineda from the Philippines, plucked from his virtual audition on YouTube by Journey co-founder and guitarist Neal Schon.Ê

"It's a cool tour," Cain said by phone just before leaving for a monthlong tour of the United Kingdom. "New music from a new CD, which is always a kick. And a familiar sound with a new voice."

Cain, as excited about touring as he is about his new backyard vineyard, said that, yep, he's got it all down.

"You basically know as you go along what to expect," he said. "You look at the checklist and things that can go wrong. Instrument wise, you cover yourself."

Then there are the hits - "Who's Cryin' Now" "Don't Stop Believin'," "Separate Ways," "Open Arms," "Faithfully," "Lovin', Touchin' Squeezin'," "Lights," "Wheel in the Sky"

Êas well as the new tunes. In a review of "Revelation this week, the New York Times wrote that "the band seems to have taken rock vitamins: It feels alive."
This is the first major tour with Pineda after the 40-year-old from Quezon City was anointed as Journey's frontman on Dec. 5. Pineda replaced Jeff Soto, who had replaced Steve Augeri, who had replaced Steve Perry.Ê

So far, so good, Cain said.

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Because Pineda's Filipino band, the Zoo, played mostly clubs, the vocalist needed to learn to be more animated for larger venues, Cain said.

"You have to play it differently when you use the big stage," Cain said. "It's trial and error. Whatever works for him ... what looks natural. It's different than playing a club in Manila. It's all just a process."

Fans don't want Pineda to be a Steve Perry clone, Cain said.

"They don't want him to do anything but be comfortable up there and sing songs the band is famous for," Cain said. "A lot are checking him out for the first time. He'll have to earn their respect every night. We went through that with Steve Augeri in 1998. It's 'Show me,' with their arms folded. By the end of the show, they'll be eating out of their hand. I believe he's the guy."

Cain, who previously enjoyed fame with the Babys, has been Journey's guy on keyboards since replacing Gregg Rolie in 1981. A premiere songwriter, he's not just penned many of Journey's top tunes, he's written songs performed by Michael Bolton, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Rogers, Heart, Conway Twitty, Mariah Carey and Peter Frampton.Ê

It's always good to know the artist, Cain said.

As for creating a tune for an artist he's familiar with, "I'll pitch the songs if I think it's right," Cain said.Ê

Cain & Co. start their American tour with Heart and Cheap Trick on July 9 in Colorado.

Though Journey will play shorter sets than it is used to because Heart and Cheap Trick are on the same bill, "for the entertainment value, it's a winning package," Cain said. "The three bands probably represent 100 million units sold."Ê

With the marketing punch of Wal-Mart, Journey's sales numbers on the new albums could soar. That means that Cain is likely to be recognized even more than he is now.

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

And if anyone sees Cain at a restaurant, let the guy eat first.

"People come up in the middle of breakfast and I've got eggs in my mouth. I used to draw the line there," Cain said. "But it's sort of a flattering moment to be asked for my autograph. You work all your life to make a name for yourself."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

Yeah, but there's a big difference in "not going too crazy with the meet-and-greets" and "not participating at all."

[DrFU]

Azoff's people are no doubt banging their heads on their keyboards... again

[Art Vandelay]

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Cain, Journey experience a revelation

Rich Freedman
Article Launched: 06/05/2008 11:05:50 PM PDT


Toothbrush. Check. Shaving stuff. Check. Clothes. check.
Wait É Oh yeah É Keyboard and guitar. Check.

Taking his life on the road isn't something new for Jonathan Cain. Not when you're in one of the most popular rock bands in the history of the planet.Ê

And the Novato musician is psyched for road life that starts July 9 in Denver, ends Oct. 4 in Albuquerque, and stops Sept. 24 at the Sleep Train Pavilion in Concord, Sept. 26 at the Sleep Train in Sacramento, and Sept. 27 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View.

Ho hum, just another four-month, 50-concert U.S. tour.Ê

Not quite. There's a new release, "Revelation," a double-CD/DVD recording peddled globally by Wal-Mart, and a new guy on lead vocals, Arnel Pineda from the Philippines, plucked from his virtual audition on YouTube by Journey co-founder and guitarist Neal Schon.Ê

"It's a cool tour," Cain said by phone just before leaving for a monthlong tour of the United Kingdom. "New music from a new CD, which is always a kick. And a familiar sound with a new voice."

Cain, as excited about touring as he is about his new backyard vineyard, said that, yep, he's got it all down.

"You basically know as you go along what to expect," he said. "You look at the checklist and things that can go wrong. Instrument wise, you cover yourself."

Then there are the hits - "Who's Cryin' Now" "Don't Stop Believin'," "Separate Ways," "Open Arms," "Faithfully," "Lovin', Touchin' Squeezin'," "Lights," "Wheel in the Sky"

Êas well as the new tunes. In a review of "Revelation this week, the New York Times wrote that "the band seems to have taken rock vitamins: It feels alive."
This is the first major tour with Pineda after the 40-year-old from Quezon City was anointed as Journey's frontman on Dec. 5. Pineda replaced Jeff Soto, who had replaced Steve Augeri, who had replaced Steve Perry.Ê

So far, so good, Cain said.

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Because Pineda's Filipino band, the Zoo, played mostly clubs, the vocalist needed to learn to be more animated for larger venues, Cain said.

"You have to play it differently when you use the big stage," Cain said. "It's trial and error. Whatever works for him ... what looks natural. It's different than playing a club in Manila. It's all just a process."

Fans don't want Pineda to be a Steve Perry clone, Cain said.

"They don't want him to do anything but be comfortable up there and sing songs the band is famous for," Cain said. "A lot are checking him out for the first time. He'll have to earn their respect every night. We went through that with Steve Augeri in 1998. It's 'Show me,' with their arms folded. By the end of the show, they'll be eating out of their hand. I believe he's the guy."

Cain, who previously enjoyed fame with the Babys, has been Journey's guy on keyboards since replacing Gregg Rolie in 1981. A premiere songwriter, he's not just penned many of Journey's top tunes, he's written songs performed by Michael Bolton, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Rogers, Heart, Conway Twitty, Mariah Carey and Peter Frampton.Ê

It's always good to know the artist, Cain said.

As for creating a tune for an artist he's familiar with, "I'll pitch the songs if I think it's right," Cain said.Ê

Cain & Co. start their American tour with Heart and Cheap Trick on July 9 in Colorado.

Though Journey will play shorter sets than it is used to because Heart and Cheap Trick are on the same bill, "for the entertainment value, it's a winning package," Cain said. "The three bands probably represent 100 million units sold."Ê

With the marketing punch of Wal-Mart, Journey's sales numbers on the new albums could soar. That means that Cain is likely to be recognized even more than he is now.

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

And if anyone sees Cain at a restaurant, let the guy eat first.

"People come up in the middle of breakfast and I've got eggs in my mouth. I used to draw the line there," Cain said. "But it's sort of a flattering moment to be asked for my autograph. You work all your life to make a name for yourself."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

Yeah, but there's a big difference in "not going too crazy with the meet-and-greets" and "not participating at all."

Ok...define "not too crazy." Waves & nods? Or maybe a Howie Mandel fist pump here and there?

[NealIsGod]

Ok...define "not too crazy."

No more than 2 lines of coke and three shots.

[Barb]

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Cain, Journey experience a revelation

Rich Freedman
Article Launched: 06/05/2008 11:05:50 PM PDT


Toothbrush. Check. Shaving stuff. Check. Clothes. check.
Wait É Oh yeah É Keyboard and guitar. Check.

Taking his life on the road isn't something new for Jonathan Cain. Not when you're in one of the most popular rock bands in the history of the planet.Ê

And the Novato musician is psyched for road life that starts July 9 in Denver, ends Oct. 4 in Albuquerque, and stops Sept. 24 at the Sleep Train Pavilion in Concord, Sept. 26 at the Sleep Train in Sacramento, and Sept. 27 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View.

Ho hum, just another four-month, 50-concert U.S. tour.Ê

Not quite. There's a new release, "Revelation," a double-CD/DVD recording peddled globally by Wal-Mart, and a new guy on lead vocals, Arnel Pineda from the Philippines, plucked from his virtual audition on YouTube by Journey co-founder and guitarist Neal Schon.Ê

"It's a cool tour," Cain said by phone just before leaving for a monthlong tour of the United Kingdom. "New music from a new CD, which is always a kick. And a familiar sound with a new voice."

Cain, as excited about touring as he is about his new backyard vineyard, said that, yep, he's got it all down.

"You basically know as you go along what to expect," he said. "You look at the checklist and things that can go wrong. Instrument wise, you cover yourself."

Then there are the hits - "Who's Cryin' Now" "Don't Stop Believin'," "Separate Ways," "Open Arms," "Faithfully," "Lovin', Touchin' Squeezin'," "Lights," "Wheel in the Sky"

Êas well as the new tunes. In a review of "Revelation this week, the New York Times wrote that "the band seems to have taken rock vitamins: It feels alive."
This is the first major tour with Pineda after the 40-year-old from Quezon City was anointed as Journey's frontman on Dec. 5. Pineda replaced Jeff Soto, who had replaced Steve Augeri, who had replaced Steve Perry.Ê

So far, so good, Cain said.

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Because Pineda's Filipino band, the Zoo, played mostly clubs, the vocalist needed to learn to be more animated for larger venues, Cain said.

"You have to play it differently when you use the big stage," Cain said. "It's trial and error. Whatever works for him ... what looks natural. It's different than playing a club in Manila. It's all just a process."

Fans don't want Pineda to be a Steve Perry clone, Cain said.

"They don't want him to do anything but be comfortable up there and sing songs the band is famous for," Cain said. "A lot are checking him out for the first time. He'll have to earn their respect every night. We went through that with Steve Augeri in 1998. It's 'Show me,' with their arms folded. By the end of the show, they'll be eating out of their hand. I believe he's the guy."

Cain, who previously enjoyed fame with the Babys, has been Journey's guy on keyboards since replacing Gregg Rolie in 1981. A premiere songwriter, he's not just penned many of Journey's top tunes, he's written songs performed by Michael Bolton, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Rogers, Heart, Conway Twitty, Mariah Carey and Peter Frampton.Ê

It's always good to know the artist, Cain said.

As for creating a tune for an artist he's familiar with, "I'll pitch the songs if I think it's right," Cain said.Ê

Cain & Co. start their American tour with Heart and Cheap Trick on July 9 in Colorado.

Though Journey will play shorter sets than it is used to because Heart and Cheap Trick are on the same bill, "for the entertainment value, it's a winning package," Cain said. "The three bands probably represent 100 million units sold."Ê

With the marketing punch of Wal-Mart, Journey's sales numbers on the new albums could soar. That means that Cain is likely to be recognized even more than he is now.

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

And if anyone sees Cain at a restaurant, let the guy eat first.

"People come up in the middle of breakfast and I've got eggs in my mouth. I used to draw the line there," Cain said. "But it's sort of a flattering moment to be asked for my autograph. You work all your life to make a name for yourself."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

Yeah, but there's a big difference in "not going too crazy with the meet-and-greets" and "not participating at all."

Ok...define "not too crazy." Waves & nods? Or maybe a Howie Mandel fist pump here and there?

I can understand this. Lifehouse is another band I'm a zealot about. They always come out after shows and hang out, but this past tour lead singer Jason Wade kept getting sick, so he doesn't come out anymore. Singers do have to be careful, I suppse.

[bluejeangirl76]

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

You beat me right to it. Those guys AND fans have tore into Perry for that.
But Arnel does it and he's "diligent"?

[Onestepper]

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

You beat me right to it. Those guys AND fans have tore into Perry for that.
But Arnel does it and he's "diligent"?

Don't see anywhere that says he advocates completely skipping meet and greets.

[Barb]

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

You beat me right to it. Those guys AND fans have tore into Perry for that.
But Arnel does it and he's "diligent"?

I guess they've learned their lesson.

[Art Vandelay]

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

You beat me right to it. Those guys AND fans have tore into Perry for that.
But Arnel does it and he's "diligent"?

Don't see anywhere that says he advocates completely skipping meet and greets.

My point is that it highly contradicts a statement and grievance that was made by the band. It has nothing to do with what is expected of Arnel. I don't know if Perry NEVER did meet and greets, especially early in his Journey career. But at the same time, I wouldn't expect him to do so when the band was at the top of their game. Aside from staying healthy and ready, how often do you see lead singers at the magnitude of Journey 81-83 hanging out afterwards? I'm talking the caliber of Bono, Mick Jagger, Springsteen, or even a Madonna or a Beyonce (which is where Perry was at the time).

[tammy]

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

And if anyone sees Cain at a restaurant, let the guy eat first.

Why was he walking home?? And he took a ride from a complete stranger???

Maybe the stranger had a pick-up & he rode in the back so he could jump out fast if needed...I don't know...lol.

[The_Noble_Cause]

"It is sort of flattering," he said. "I was walking home the other day and a guy who saw me on TV stopped and gave me a ride home."

After leaving a highway truckstop mens room no doubt.
Sounds like Cain was cruising.

[Moose]

Ok...define "not too crazy."

No more than 2 lines of coke and three shots.

That, and no more than two girls per night. Women weaken legs!

[Art Vandelay]

Ok...define "not too crazy."

No more than 2 lines of coke and three shots.

That, and no more than two girls per night. Women weaken legs!

Nice! I just got a vision of Neal making Arnel chase a chicken around a back alley!

[UncleKG]

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

You beat me right to it. Those guys AND fans have tore into Perry for that.
But Arnel does it and he's "diligent"?

Don't see anywhere that says he advocates completely skipping meet and greets.

My point is that it highly contradicts a statement and grievance that was made by the band. It has nothing to do with what is expected of Arnel. I don't know if Perry NEVER did meet and greets, especially early in his Journey career. But at the same time, I wouldn't expect him to do so when the band was at the top of their game. Aside from staying healthy and ready, how often do you see lead singers at the magnitude of Journey 81-83 hanging out afterwards? I'm talking the caliber of Bono, Mick Jagger, Springsteen, or even a Madonna or a Beyonce (which is where Perry was at the time).

OK, I'll give Journey props for being a huge band in 1981-1983, but you can't compare their popularity to U2 or the Stones (or Springsteen). U2 sells out stadiums all over the world, as do the Stones. Journey was big, but they weren't U2 or the Rolling Stones big.

Oh, and define "not too crazy." If I were the lead singer, I'd ask for some help on the situation. Maybe it's only meeting a select number of VIP's each night, maybe it's only coming in for 10 minutes, maybe it's only doing one or two meet-and-greets a week. Maybe it's even having a helper announce that I wouldn't be speaking, but would sign autographs (at one point, Ozzy's doctors had him maintain complete silence for around an hour after each show. I think he would answer questions by writing on a dry erase board...if you could even read his handwriting that is. I'm not comparing Ozzy to Perry, obviously...I'm just saying there are ways around it).

[Art Vandelay]

"He's diligent," Cain said, offering his sage advice to Pineda: "Be quiet after the shows. Get your sleep and don't go too crazy with the meet-and-greets. Eat the right stuff. Don't get too caught up with all the after-show stuff."

Yeah, just like what Perry did when they referred to him as Elvis leaving the building while they hang around signing autographs.

You beat me right to it. Those guys AND fans have tore into Perry for that.
But Arnel does it and he's "diligent"?

Don't see anywhere that says he advocates completely skipping meet and greets.

My point is that it highly contradicts a statement and grievance that was made by the band. It has nothing to do with what is expected of Arnel. I don't know if Perry NEVER did meet and greets, especially early in his Journey career. But at the same time, I wouldn't expect him to do so when the band was at the top of their game. Aside from staying healthy and ready, how often do you see lead singers at the magnitude of Journey 81-83 hanging out afterwards? I'm talking the caliber of Bono, Mick Jagger, Springsteen, or even a Madonna or a Beyonce (which is where Perry was at the time).

OK, I'll give Journey props for being a huge band in 1981-1983, but you can't compare their popularity to U2 or the Stones (or Springsteen). U2 sells out stadiums all over the world, as do the Stones. Journey was big, but they weren't U2 or the Rolling Stones big.

Oh, and define "not too crazy." If I were the lead singer, I'd ask for some help on the situation. Maybe it's only meeting a select number of VIP's each night, maybe it's only coming in for 10 minutes, maybe it's only doing one or two meet-and-greets a week. Maybe it's even having a helper announce that I wouldn't be speaking, but would sign autographs (at one point, Ozzy's doctors had him maintain complete silence for around an hour after each show. I think he would answer questions by writing on a dry erase board...if you could even read his handwriting that is. I'm not comparing Ozzy to Perry, obviously...I'm just saying there are ways around it).

They may not have been a full-time stadium band, but the stadium events that they did play back then were HUGE (90,000 at JFK Stadium). And most of the arena shows were multiple nights. So while they weren't Stones level, they were pretty damn popular.

And if you were lead singer, I'd commend you on your dedication and buy you a drink and salute your extra efforts. My point is that post-concert autographs and meet & greet sessions are not mandatory, nor should it be expected of a big act.

[ProgRocker53]

Cain is a tool.

[Perrylover]

Oh, and define "not too crazy." If I were the lead singer, I'd ask for some help on the situation. Maybe it's only meeting a select number of VIP's each night, maybe it's only coming in for 10 minutes, maybe it's only doing one or two meet-and-greets a week. Maybe it's even having a helper announce that I wouldn't be speaking, but would sign autographs (at one point, Ozzy's doctors had him maintain complete silence for around an hour after each show. I think he would answer questions by writing on a dry erase board...if you could even read his handwriting that is. I'm not comparing Ozzy to Perry, obviously...I'm just saying there are ways around it).

I seem to remember that it wasn't speaking that Mr. Perry had to be careful of regarding meet and greets. I read an interview somewhere where he mentioned concerns about dealing with large crowds and the possible germs (such as colds, flu, etc.) when he was having to do shows night after night. Knowing the history of this band, can you imagine it he had contracted a bad cold or laryngitis????

Deb E

[Babyblue]

He doesn't like giving autographs when dining, but he'll get in a car with a complete stranger. And he is giving AP advice?

Brilliant.

[Saint John]

You beat me right to it. Those guys AND fans have tore into Perry for that.
But Arnel does it and he's "diligent"?

Probably because he's not running back to the tour bus to do Major League Baseball foul line sized rails of blow, smoke pot and booze it up. Not that I've heard any other singer did that.

[Babyblue]

You beat me right to it. Those guys AND fans have tore into Perry for that.
But Arnel does it and he's "diligent"?

Probably because he's not running back to the tour bus to do Major League Baseball foul line sized rails of blow, smoke pot and booze it up. Not that I've heard any other singer did that.

That is just plain BS he was not into that at the time.After that time not sure you would have to ask him.