Steve Perry Interview on Planet Rock, 7pm 1st February

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Postby journeyrock » Fri Feb 05, 2010 5:11 am

tammy wrote:
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I feel for him.
He had a fabulous voice which all of us admire so much and most of us wish we could sing half as good as he could in his prime, but....you don't miss what you never had. We never had it so we can't know what it feels like to lose it.

He had it and now it's gone, or if there's still a voice there, it's not what it was. That interview went a little way towards telling us that there is a great sadness in his heart now he no longer performs live.

If he comes right out and says what he fears is true it makes everything sort of final and maybe that would have an adverse effect on him. Deep in his psyche.
By telling himself that maybe, just maybe he might record songs again perhaps that keeps him going.

I think everyone needs a goal of some kind so they can keep forging ahead with their lives, otherwise why are we here?

If you don't have that your spirit fades.

That's my take on it.

And if Nicky Horne gets Steve to present a show or two on Planet Rock, then that will be something to look forward to.


And let's remember this radio interview was to promote the release of a Greatest Hits CD in the UK.
Nothing other than that.

Any hope of other things was speculation.


And as I said before, it was a rare treat to hear him speaking live on UK radio.



I like what you wrote, SusieP. There is a deep well of mixed emotions he has that we just will never know...but, he's letting us know some of it...he misses us, misses what was a huge part of himself, but it's complex. I understand. That is why I don't get upset about him not bringing it back to us...sure it would be wonderful, but I've heard in the last few years his interviews & accepted it and I'm not waiting.
The fact, that he can now play around with sketches of music and gets excited about it and enjoys it for himself is really a good thing. I'm all for people, any people, getting back to "doing something that makes you feel good"...I know that feeling of returning back to my own creativity.
And, I'm not criticizing what other fans might feel...the dissapointment/frustration...those are their own opinions on this open forum.
(also, SusieP, I'm sorry that you guys didn't get Journey/SP back then...I say it didn't hurt the band in the long run, but it did hurt the fans, like you that had hoped to see them.)
Good post Tammy. At this point, I, for one, am grateful that SP is letting us in to get to know Steve Perry, the man, on a small scale. I already know Steve Perry, the rock star. He is a rare individual. I don't know many men that would be able to confess or admit his feelings to the public like that. I admire him on so many levels......as a person.

Anyway, that's why I wasn't disappointed in the interview. If he releases something later on, it's icing on the cake. But in the meantime, I'm enjoying Steve Perry the real guy (as much as he allows me to).
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Postby SusieP » Fri Feb 05, 2010 5:14 am

We have a saying over here -

"familiarity breeds contempt."


So maybe it's best not to know too much about a person.




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Postby journeyrock » Fri Feb 05, 2010 5:16 am

SusieP wrote:We have a saying over here -

"familiarity breeds contempt."


So maybe it's best not to know too much about a person.




:)
:D I'd be willing to bet we will never know too much about SP :wink:
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Postby tammy » Fri Feb 05, 2010 5:16 am

Sometimes, it's hope and sometimes you just have to, in a way, have denial to get by (I'm speaking personally here). I know I don't like for anyone to tell me how to feel or what I should be doing...why would SP or anyone else feel differently? This is how I AM...how I came to be thru my past, emotions, experiences, all that stuff...and, I'm just a nobody...yikes, I can't even begin to imagine the load of expectation on someone like SP who has become something like a "god-like/saviour/idol" to some.
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Postby bluejeangirl76 » Fri Feb 05, 2010 5:16 am

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bluejeangirl76 wrote:I still think it's hilarious that Steve went on the radio and GAVE the answer to the question people wanted asked ("is he recording/put something new out or not". The answer he gave was, essentially, "No" (actually, "nothing is started"... but since he gave no info about whether aything would be in the future, I took it to mean, "no I am not - not at this time) and I feel like I'm the only one who heard what actually got said. Those who are bitching are just mad that he didn't say what THEY wanted to hear.



Well, in fact, he did say that.

Q: Will you expect a solo record again soon?

SP: Yeah, working on that, really I'm trying to do that.


And where, again, does it say "I am coming out with new material"?

You know what? I have several tentative things I would like to have happen but I am in no position, presently, to say whether they will. That's the same thing. People are hearing what they want to hear.
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Postby SP Fan in Oregon » Fri Feb 05, 2010 5:35 am

There must be one of you that will transcribe every word Perry said in this interview and post it here. Then
this thread will be the longest in the history of MR while every word, and nuance is analyzed. BJG is right
in saying that many of you were hearing only what you wanted to hear, and not what was said. I heard
Perry specifically say, I'm not saying I'm going back to work. "I'm dabbling" Kudos to Perry for enjoying
himself, being free to create sketches that are free flowing for his own enjoyment, being "stupid" and
then happy with the outcome as it "grows" into something. I for one am very happy and content that he
gave the interview at all and for everything he was willing to share with us. Thanks for the memories SP.
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Postby brywool » Fri Feb 05, 2010 5:47 am

SusieP wrote:Oooh tell me what he said about 'I am', please.




In the one of the on-air interviews about that album (when it came out) he mentioned that he'd been less than honest in the past and that he was learning to be more honest. Essentially, what the lyrics said. I believe that was on Rockline, I probably have it recorded somewhere.
NO. He's NOT Steve F'ing Perry. But he's Arnel F'ing Pineda and I'm okay with that.
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Postby SusieP » Fri Feb 05, 2010 6:13 am

brywool wrote:
SusieP wrote:Oooh tell me what he said about 'I am', please.




In the one of the on-air interviews about that album (when it came out) he mentioned that he'd been less than honest in the past and that he was learning to be more honest. Essentially, what the lyrics said. I believe that was on Rockline, I probably have it recorded somewhere.



Aah thanks for that.

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Postby Since 78 » Fri Feb 05, 2010 6:19 am

SP Fan in Oregon wrote:There must be one of you that will transcribe every word Perry said in this interview and post it here. Then
this thread will be the longest in the history of MR while every word, and nuance is analyzed. BJG is right
in saying that many of you were hearing only what you wanted to hear, and not what was said. I heard
Perry specifically say, I'm not saying I'm going back to work. "I'm dabbling" Kudos to Perry for enjoying
himself, being free to create stupid cat sketches that are free flowing for his own enjoyment, being "stupid" and
then happy with the outcome as it "grows" into something. I for one am very happy and content that he
gave the interview at all and for everything he was willing to share with us. Thanks for the memories SP.



There, that's better!

:lol: :lol: Sorry can't stop laughing.

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Postby *Laura » Fri Feb 05, 2010 6:56 am

brywool wrote:
The PROBLEM I have with the guy is that why does he not just say "You know, I toured the crap out of my voice, and the simple truth is, I damaged it [if that's what's going on] and while I can still sing, it's in a diminished fashion and I would very much like to get myself back into vocal shape before getting on the treadmill again". One, it'd garner sympathy for the guy and it would also prove him to be more honest than he has been. Two, it might actually open some doors for him for treatment. To constantly hide behind cliche interview answers is lame.

I truly don't understand why do you (and so many others) expect to hear a full confession from Steve. I never heard him saying publicly anything more than necessary. He is NOT the tell-all type, don't you get it? Perhaps the voice issue (as well as many other things in his life) is something extremely sensitive for him and he doesn't feel comfortable to share it with the masses (even if those masses are fans). My opinion is that this "secrecy" should not be taken personally by any fan; he simply doesn't like to talk too much about certain things.
If he'd be the "opened" type we would have already known everything years ago.
Who knows, maybe he'll write more confession-songs like "I Am". He's obviously more comfortable to sing about things than talk about them over a phone or a microphone.

You know, before being a rockstar he is human. Allow him to be that.

The truth shall set him free. He's alluded to the fact that he's been less than truthful about some things in interviews and songs "I Am" for example.

The truth can set someone free, true, but just as well it might destroy everything. Like Susie said - sometimes it's better to know less.
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Postby froy » Fri Feb 05, 2010 7:55 am

*Laura wrote:
brywool wrote:
The PROBLEM I have with the guy is that why does he not just say "You know, I toured the crap out of my voice, and the simple truth is, I damaged it [if that's what's going on] and while I can still sing, it's in a diminished fashion and I would very much like to get myself back into vocal shape before getting on the treadmill again". One, it'd garner sympathy for the guy and it would also prove him to be more honest than he has been. Two, it might actually open some doors for him for treatment. To constantly hide behind cliche interview answers is lame.



I truly don't understand why do you (and so many others) expect to hear a full confession from Steve. I never heard him saying publicly anything more than necessary. He is NOT the tell-all type, don't you get it? Perhaps the voice issue (as well as many other things in his life) is something extremely sensitive for him and he doesn't feel comfortable to share it with the masses (even if those masses are fans). My opinion is that this "secrecy" should not be taken personally by any fan; he simply doesn't like to talk too much about certain things.
If he'd be the "opened" type we would have already known everything years ago.
Who knows, maybe he'll write more confession-songs like "I Am". He's obviously more comfortable to sing about things than talk about them over a phone or a microphone.



Hey the bottom line here is we read from one Blog about how Joe Blow worked with Steve Perry and his voice sounded great.
Then we hear he is working in the studio again to see what's left.
Then we get an interview from him and we hear nothing.
What the hell is that? We heard Joe Benson say Steve Perry is retired.
What we have not heard is Steve Perry say anything other than he thinks about performing everyday with a 15 year absence from the stage.
He is 61 years old and Im sure from the sound of his hoarse speaking voice he has the Elton John Polyps on his cords and he is afraid to get them fixed.
At this point Steve what the hell is the difference you are 61 years old and all but faded away. Elton had his repaired and he sounds fine.
I can't believe his voice is that destroyed that he could not get that surgery done. he sounded great at the Pantages and that was after about 20 warm up shows, Steve Perry needs a website and a manager to help rebuild his career. Im sure he is sick of the fans chasing him around and the pressures that come with the business. If you are retired Steve tell everyone if you are working on new material say it. If you do not want to say anything than don't do interviews.
Could you imagine Paul McCartney being this vague all of his career? To some its screwing with the fans heads. either way it does not make him look fan friendly.
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Postby Saint John » Fri Feb 05, 2010 7:55 am

Beyond any shadow of a doubt, I now know two things for certain: Steve Perry never planned on touring in 1996. Not ever and not for one second. And the Jonathan Cain phone call was the right decision. Had he not done that, they'd still be waiting. Hell, they are. The "open invitation" still stands.

And I'll pull a Steve Perry (as he did yesterday) and be totally honest here ... if Steve Perry got onstage with Neal, Jon, Steve and Ross, this Journey fan wouldn't give a shit what he sounded like, and I'm positive neither would anyone else. If one song is all he's got left I think it would be closure for everyone from individual band members to fans across the world if he could perform one song and walk off to the one last thunderous ovation that he never got. Even if he just nodded to Neal, Jon, Smitty and Ross and disappeared forever, I think it would put an end to whatever internal strife/resentment he has. And I bet it would heal whatever pain is in his heart to hear what would almost certainly be a half hour long standing and deafening ovation. And, all band bullshit aside, deservedly so.
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Postby bluejeangirl76 » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:02 am

Saint John wrote:if Steve Perry got onstage with Neal, Jon, Steve and Ross, this Journey fan wouldn't give a shit what he sounded like, and I'm positive neither would anyone else.


You're right about that.
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Postby lights1961 » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:04 am

Saint John wrote:Beyond any shadow of a doubt, I now know two things for certain: Steve Perry never planned on touring in 1996. Not ever and not for one second. And the Jonathan Cain phone call was the right decision. Had he not done that, they'd still be waiting. Hell, they are. The "open invitation" still stands.

And I'll pull a Steve Perry (as he did yesterday) and be totally honest here ... if Steve Perry got onstage with Neal, Jon, Steve and Ross, this Journey fan wouldn't give a shit what he sounded like, and I'm positive neither would anyone else. If one song is all he's got left I think it would be closure for everyone from individual band members to fans across the world if he could perform one song and walk off to the one last thunderous ovation that he never got. Even if he just nodded to Neal, Jon, Smitty and Ross and disappeared forever, I think it would put an end to whatever internal strife/resentment he has. And I bet it would heal whatever pain is in his heart to hear what would almost certainly be a half hour long standing and deafening ovation. And, all band bullshit aside, deservedly so.


GREAT POST of the year...
Also I think Rolie did that this year one more time.... Just the Same Way while they were in Austin was it??? I think that was some
closure for Gregg.

to see a one off with Perry and the band... one more time... I bet if you asked what one song to perform get a 1000 answer..
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Postby journey361 » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:05 am

The bottom line is he lost his voice years ago and it was noticable around the (TBF) project and he doesn't want to tarnish his legacy anymore. He cannot sing period and he knows that and so do all of us. It's called beating around the bush and not giving any info to the public for legacy concerns. All you people believe what you want but the true fact has finially reared it ugly head. The greatest singer to ever sing a note is finished recording for the world.
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Postby Michigan Girl » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:10 am

journey361 wrote:The bottom line is he lost his voice years ago and it was noticable around the (TBF) project and he doesn't want to tarnish his legacy anymore. He cannot sing period and he knows that and so do all of us. It's called beating around the bush and not giving any info to the public for legacy concerns. All you people believe what you want but the true fact has finially reared it ugly head. The greatest singer to ever sing a note is finished recording for the world.


You're so full of Poo, 78 stinks... :wink:
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Postby journey361 » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:17 am

With a voice like Perry has, no one just up and quits unless he's dead or something else is wrong. I'll take the latter. Don't forget, i love Steve Perry and along with everyone else, i believe his voice is untouchable compared to anyone who ever sang a note. I know, i saw him 9 times and also went to hundreds of shows mainly because my mother sang professionally. Perry struggled with alot of things, i don't fault him one bit. The fact is, he can't and won't embarrass himself.
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Postby Babyblue » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:17 am

froy wrote:
*Laura wrote:
brywool wrote:
The PROBLEM I have with the guy is that why does he not just say "You know, I toured the crap out of my voice, and the simple truth is, I damaged it [if that's what's going on] and while I can still sing, it's in a diminished fashion and I would very much like to get myself back into vocal shape before getting on the treadmill again". One, it'd garner sympathy for the guy and it would also prove him to be more honest than he has been. Two, it might actually open some doors for him for treatment. To constantly hide behind cliche interview answers is lame.



I truly don't understand why do you (and so many others) expect to hear a full confession from Steve. I never heard him saying publicly anything more than necessary. He is NOT the tell-all type, don't you get it? Perhaps the voice issue (as well as many other things in his life) is something extremely sensitive for him and he doesn't feel comfortable to share it with the masses (even if those masses are fans). My opinion is that this "secrecy" should not be taken personally by any fan; he simply doesn't like to talk too much about certain things.
If he'd be the "opened" type we would have already known everything years ago.
Who knows, maybe he'll write more confession-songs like "I Am". He's obviously more comfortable to sing about things than talk about them over a phone or a microphone.



Hey the bottom line here is we read from one Blog about how Joe Blow worked with Steve Perry and his voice sounded great.
Then we hear he is working in the studio again to see what's left.
Then we get an interview from him and we hear nothing.
What the hell is that? We heard Joe Benson say Steve Perry is retired.
What we have not heard is Steve Perry say anything other than he thinks about performing everyday with a 15 year absence from the stage.
He is 61 years old and Im sure from the sound of his hoarse speaking voice he has the Elton John Polyps on his cords and he is afraid to get them fixed.
At this point Steve what the hell is the difference you are 61 years old and all but faded away. Elton had his repaired and he sounds fine.
I can't believe his voice is that destroyed that he could not get that surgery done. he sounded great at the Pantages and that was after about 20 warm up shows, Steve Perry needs a website and a manager to help rebuild his career. Im sure he is sick of the fans chasing him around and the pressures that come with the business. If you are retired Steve tell everyone if you are working on new material say it. If you do not want to say anything than don't do interviews.
Could you imagine Paul McCartney being this vague all of his career? To some its screwing with the fans heads. either way it does not make him look fan friendly.



Froy, you tell me where he is screwing with the fans??Because i just don't by it all.That is how you see it.Steve is doing what makes him happy & i am happy for him.I love that man and the joy he has giving me & others.If he comes out with new music i will get it if not that is fine as well.I believe he is a good & caring man.I know you and many others will not feel that way.
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Postby Babyblue » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:19 am

journeyrock wrote:
tammy wrote:
SusieP wrote:
I feel for him.
He had a fabulous voice which all of us admire so much and most of us wish we could sing half as good as he could in his prime, but....you don't miss what you never had. We never had it so we can't know what it feels like to lose it.

He had it and now it's gone, or if there's still a voice there, it's not what it was. That interview went a little way towards telling us that there is a great sadness in his heart now he no longer performs live.

If he comes right out and says what he fears is true it makes everything sort of final and maybe that would have an adverse effect on him. Deep in his psyche.
By telling himself that maybe, just maybe he might record songs again perhaps that keeps him going.

I think everyone needs a goal of some kind so they can keep forging ahead with their lives, otherwise why are we here?

If you don't have that your spirit fades.

That's my take on it.

And if Nicky Horne gets Steve to present a show or two on Planet Rock, then that will be something to look forward to.


And let's remember this radio interview was to promote the release of a Greatest Hits CD in the UK.
Nothing other than that.

Any hope of other things was speculation.


And as I said before, it was a rare treat to hear him speaking live on UK radio.



I like what you wrote, SusieP. There is a deep well of mixed emotions he has that we just will never know...but, he's letting us know some of it...he misses us, misses what was a huge part of himself, but it's complex. I understand. That is why I don't get upset about him not bringing it back to us...sure it would be wonderful, but I've heard in the last few years his interviews & accepted it and I'm not waiting.
The fact, that he can now play around with sketches of music and gets excited about it and enjoys it for himself is really a good thing. I'm all for people, any people, getting back to "doing something that makes you feel good"...I know that feeling of returning back to my own creativity.
And, I'm not criticizing what other fans might feel...the dissapointment/frustration...those are their own opinions on this open forum.
(also, SusieP, I'm sorry that you guys didn't get Journey/SP back then...I say it didn't hurt the band in the long run, but it did hurt the fans, like you that had hoped to see them.)
Good post Tammy. At this point, I, for one, am grateful that SP is letting us in to get to know Steve Perry, the man, on a small scale. I already know Steve Perry, the rock star. He is a rare individual. I don't know many men that would be able to confess or admit his feelings to the public like that. I admire him on so many levels......as a person.

Anyway, that's why I wasn't disappointed in the interview. If he releases something later on, it's icing on the cake. But in the meantime, I'm enjoying Steve Perry the real guy (as much as he allows me to).


Great posts thanks! :wink: :wink:
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Postby KDOUBLEU » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:21 am

I say leave the poor guy alone. He sang some of the best music we and our kids and their kids ever heard or will hear. If he doesnt want to sing another note so be it. He doesnt owe anybody anything. Let him be. (I would love to hear him one more time though! :wink: )
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Postby Since 78 » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:25 am

Michigan Girl wrote:
journey361 wrote:The bottom line is he lost his voice years ago and it was noticable around the (TBF) project and he doesn't want to tarnish his legacy anymore. He cannot sing period and he knows that and so do all of us. It's called beating around the bush and not giving any info to the public for legacy concerns. All you people believe what you want but the true fact has finially reared it ugly head. The greatest singer to ever sing a note is finished recording for the world.


You're so full of Poo, 78 stinks... :wink:
Fact is...you don't know!! I do agree with the PINK STUFF!!


And here I thought I had been rather kind during this Loony debacle. :( :wink:
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Postby journey361 » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:29 am

One thing comparing Perry's horrible 9 or 10-tear schedule that took place for him in his prime. He did it with that songbook 3 or 4 nights a week, 2 to 3 hours a show for those years. That was some 30 years ago. Fast forward to now, 2010. One Adam Lambert will never ever have to do that. He won't and certain circles would not allow a singer with promise to destroy their prize. You have all sorts of other ways to hit the road via Itunes, sells out of non-scripted releases and different areas to seel your product. Journey and other 70-'s bands did not. The way to sell your product is what Perry and Journey did. His voice suffered very badly as years went on, sort of like a sunburn at the age of 20 to now. But i guess it did make him rich. But i have wanted more just like everyone else.
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Postby brywool » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:38 am

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NOW WE DANCE!
NO. He's NOT Steve F'ing Perry. But he's Arnel F'ing Pineda and I'm okay with that.
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Postby portland » Fri Feb 05, 2010 8:50 am

KDOUBLEU wrote:I say leave the poor guy alone. He sang some of the best music we and our kids and their kids ever heard or will hear. If he doesnt want to sing another note so be it. He doesnt owe anybody anything. Let him be. (I would love to hear him one more time though! :wink: )





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Postby Michigan Girl » Fri Feb 05, 2010 9:02 am

Since 78 wrote:
Michigan Girl wrote:
journey361 wrote:The bottom line is he lost his voice years ago and it was noticable around the (TBF) project and he doesn't want to tarnish his legacy anymore. He cannot sing period and he knows that and so do all of us. It's called beating around the bush and not giving any info to the public for legacy concerns. All you people believe what you want but the true fact has finially reared it ugly head. The greatest singer to ever sing a note is finished recording for the world.


You're so full of Poo, 78 stinks... :wink:
Fact is...you don't know!! I do agree with the PINK STUFF!!


And here I thought I had been rather kind during this Loony debacle. :( :wink:

<<<<<SMILE!!

I was referring to the can't sing comment...remember, you don't know either!! :wink:

Bry is correct, Dancing!!
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Postby portland » Fri Feb 05, 2010 9:06 am

bluejeangirl76 wrote:
Saint John wrote:if Steve Perry got onstage with Neal, Jon, Steve and Ross, this Journey fan wouldn't give a shit what he sounded like, and I'm positive neither would anyone else.


You're right about that.



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Postby Babyblue » Fri Feb 05, 2010 9:25 am

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KDOUBLEU wrote:I say leave the poor guy alone. He sang some of the best music we and our kids and their kids ever heard or will hear. If he doesnt want to sing another note so be it. He doesnt owe anybody anything. Let him be. (I would love to hear him one more time though! :wink: )





^^^^What he said x2^^^^^

Yep what he said x3 :wink:
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Postby artist4perry » Fri Feb 05, 2010 9:40 am

journey361 wrote:No Cyndy, this is coming from alot of past mentions of him recording things some of the last 4-8 years. Other people on here believe he will not as well. I said i prey i'm so wrong about him having a new CD out but i just have little faith. Time has gone by on him. He's now 61.



61! Oh my stick a fork in him! :roll: A person cannot sing anymore at that age! It is against the law! BB King, and Ray Charles are criminals! How dare they think they can sing till they die? :roll: :roll: :lol: Please. How old are you? 12? You think age keeps you from singing? :roll:


I hope he sings as long as he wishes. And I don't care if he cannot hit the ceiling with the notes. I loved all his music, since he started, till he stopped. No other singer has such presence when he sings. His song Melody is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard.

I beleive those who say he still sings well. The ones who are near him and say so are very credible in my oppinion. If he never sings for us again I would thank him time and again for the beautiful music he has shared thus far. How quick we wish to tear someone up when it seems to be the cool thing to do. :roll: :roll: :roll: What ever happened to respecting someone for the good they have done. I prefer to build someone up instead of tearing them apart. His music is inspiring to me and my art. I for one have a great deal to be grateful for. :D
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Postby journeyrock » Fri Feb 05, 2010 9:51 am

Saint John wrote:Beyond any shadow of a doubt, I now know two things for certain: Steve Perry never planned on touring in 1996. Not ever and not for one second. And the Jonathan Cain phone call was the right decision. Had he not done that, they'd still be waiting. Hell, they are. The "open invitation" still stands.

And I'll pull a Steve Perry (as he did yesterday) and be totally honest here ... if Steve Perry got onstage with Neal, Jon, Steve and Ross, this Journey fan wouldn't give a shit what he sounded like, and I'm positive neither would anyone else. If one song is all he's got left I think it would be closure for everyone from individual band members to fans across the world if he could perform one song and walk off to the one last thunderous ovation that he never got. Even if he just nodded to Neal, Jon, Smitty and Ross and disappeared forever, I think it would put an end to whatever internal strife/resentment he has. And I bet it would heal whatever pain is in his heart to hear what would almost certainly be a half hour long standing and deafening ovation. And, all band bullshit aside, deservedly so.
SJ, that is the BEST post I have EVER heard from you!. Right on.
"as long as they have to carry DSB as their banner, it looks like Perry will be right there with them as an overseer, ready to wield his veto power on all things Classic Journey." As quoted by Don on 12/7/2010
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Postby artist4perry » Fri Feb 05, 2010 9:58 am

journeyrock wrote:
Saint John wrote:Beyond any shadow of a doubt, I now know two things for certain: Steve Perry never planned on touring in 1996. Not ever and not for one second. And the Jonathan Cain phone call was the right decision. Had he not done that, they'd still be waiting. Hell, they are. The "open invitation" still stands.

And I'll pull a Steve Perry (as he did yesterday) and be totally honest here ... if Steve Perry got onstage with Neal, Jon, Steve and Ross, this Journey fan wouldn't give a shit what he sounded like, and I'm positive neither would anyone else. If [b]one song is all he's got left I think it would be closure for everyone from individual band members to fans across the world if he could perform one song and walk off to the one last thunderous ovation that he never got. Even if he just nodded to Neal, Jon, Smitty and Ross and disappeared forever, I think it would put an end to whatever internal strife/resentment he has. And I bet it would heal whatever pain is in his heart to hear what would almost certainly be a half hour long standing and deafening ovation. And, all band bullshit aside, deservedly so.
SJ, that is the BEST post I have EVER heard from you!. Right on.
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I disagree with his intent to tour. But the bottom part that you said was the nicest thing I have ever heard you say. I guess for me I feel the same. How many here would not give an arm and a leg to see Perry just one more time. I think for the sake of being "cool" too many are fast to trounce on the man. And for what? Not serving our narcisistic need to have album after album? Many singers left the buisness to conduct their life. For some sense of a normal life. When you hear all the cruel things said about him here I wonder why he so graciously gives us Birthday hellos, or interviews at all. Lord knows some act like he owes them something. He owes us nothing folks. It was his job, not his life.
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