What would you rather see if a Steve Perry reunion happened?

[Don]

A Double Album; one disc with the classic Journey sound. The second disc with a lot of clean guitar and piano; mellow and easy listening. No bombastic choruses or anything like that. Stuff like "Still She Cries." Maybe get Jack Blades and Glen Burtnik in on the songwriting process too.

Who the hell is that?

Another loser.

[steveo777]

A Double Album; one disc with the classic Journey sound. The second disc with a lot of clean guitar and piano; mellow and easy listening. No bombastic choruses or anything like that. Stuff like "Still She Cries." Maybe get Jack Blades and Glen Burtnik in on the songwriting process too.

Who the hell is that?

Another loser.

Then why would anyone suggest the he write anything for Journey?

[Ehwmatt]

Perry's a loser. Not only has he pissed away his vocal talents, but also the unique and brilliant writing chemistry he shared with Jonathan. The dude is just not interested in creating anymore.

On one hand, I'm inclined to agree. On the other hand, I don't know if I can go as far as using the word "loser." For whatever reason, Perry, unlike many other great artists, doesn't seem to have the irrepressible urge to create, notwithstanding the fact that he's financially secure/comfortable in life etc. Many other artists seem to need to continue to create. He's not wired that way, for whatever reason.

Think of two young, equally intelligent entrepreneurs, both of whom sell their companies before 35 and make enough money to do nothing ever again. One continues to invest in new companies (or even starts new ones) or in real estate and generally continues actively building his wealth/working. For whatever reason, that guy needs to continue to do that--he wants to work. The other retires to <insert paradise destination here> and lives the rest of his life just pissing around, not using his considerable business acumen/talents. I'm not sure that makes the latter a "loser."

I can relate to what Perry's done, even if it's frustrating as a fan. If I won the PowerBall last night, I can guarantee you my employer would be lucky to get, at most, an email or some kind of notice from me that I would not be coming in tomorrow

[annie89509]

I maintain SP is still "interested" in creating music. He built a studio in his house... he drops in on recording sessions all the time ...he's always said "music is in" him. That doesn't seem like one who's walked away completely to lay on a beach.

Frustrating for us fans, for sure. But, yes, unlike previous instance when he came back after long hiatus... this time, he certainly does not need financial incentive or nurturing a legacy.

[steveo777]

I maintain SP is still "interested" in creating music. He built a studio in his house... he drops in on recording sessions all the time ...he's always said "music is in" him. That doesn't seem like one who's walked away completely to lay on a beach.

Frustrating for us fans, for sure. But, yes, unlike previous instance when he came back after long hiatus... this time, he certainly does not need financial incentive or nurturing a legacy.

You're right. Arnel and the boys do that for him and he gets paid.

[annie89509]

I maintain SP is still "interested" in creating music. He built a studio in his house... he drops in on recording sessions all the time ...he's always said "music is in" him. That doesn't seem like one who's walked away completely to lay on a beach.

Frustrating for us fans, for sure. But, yes, unlike previous instance when he came back after long hiatus... this time, he certainly does not need financial incentive or nurturing a legacy.

You're right. Arnel and the boys do that for him and he gets paid.

Hey, whatever works!

[majik]

I maintain SP is still "interested" in creating music. He built a studio in his house... he drops in on recording sessions all the time ...he's always said "music is in" him. That doesn't seem like one who's walked away completely to lay on a beach.

Frustrating for us fans, for sure. But, yes, unlike previous instance when he came back after long hiatus... this time, he certainly does not need financial incentive or nurturing a legacy.

You're right. Arnel and the boys do that for him and he gets paid.

Thats only fair.

[DracIsBack]

If the voice could sing, we'd have heard the 50 songs by now. But he talks real good. He should teach, coach, mentor ... Arnel's replacement.

A last album would be treasured but I voted tour cos dammit, I missed out on that magic and it ain't comin back

That's thing he's probably afraid of ... these 'all or nothing' gripes from fans.

Of course he can 'sing'. Likely heck of a lot better than you can! And me! And most people here! And likely he's quite an above average singer as far as professional singers go. But because people expect him to sing in his 60s like he did when he was in his 20s and hit those crazy high notes in their original keys.

That, he probably can't do. And it sucks, because it's probably what's preventing new music at all. I seriously doubt it's because he's suddenly turned into this

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

[The_Noble_Cause]

Of course he can 'sing'. Likely heck of a lot better than you can! And me! And most people here! And likely he's quite an above average singer as far as professional singers go.

His last tour was 1994/5. He has not sung live in close to twenty years. Those who can, do. It's way past time to stop believin.

[jrny84]

Of course he can 'sing'. Likely heck of a lot better than you can! And me! And most people here! And likely he's quite an above average singer as far as professional singers go.

His last tour was 1994/5. He has not sung live in close to twenty years. Those who can, do. It's way past time to stop believin.

I agree. I really think Steve knows that his voice just isnt there anymore, especially to sing Journey type songs. People regard him as "The Voice" and see him as one of the greatest vocalists of all time. I think he knows if he tried to sing now, that image and high expectation from people would be tarnished. Lets face it Steve is the only one that knows how his voice truly is, no album or tour in since 1994/95 tells me just about everything I need to know. The curious part of me being a huge fan and all would still like to see him once in my lifetime. Im afraid that desire on the bucket list is long gone.

[MotherCitay]

If the voice could sing, we'd have heard the 50 songs by now. But he talks real good. He should teach, coach, mentor ... Arnel's replacement.
A last album would be treasured but I voted tour cos dammit, I missed out on that magic and it ain't comin back

That's thing he's probably afraid of ... these 'all or nothing' gripes from fans.
Of course he can 'sing'. Likely heck of a lot better than you can! And me! And most people here! And likely he's quite an above average singer as far as professional singers go. But because people expect him to sing in his 60s like he did when he was in his 20s and hit those crazy high notes in their original keys.
That, he probably can't do. And it sucks, because it's probably what's preventing new music at all. I seriously doubt it's because he's suddenly turned into this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjeMDvCdrtc

Hey DIB, care to share with us who these people are? I doubt anyone here expects to hear a 20s sounding Steve

As for the voice , this refers to Steve's opinion of his own voice. Does HE (the voice) think he sounds good enough to release those 50 songs? Obviously not. Hell, I'd take any sounding voice at a concert just to experience that magic. Is it likely to ever happen again? Sadly no.

So no gripe from this fan. Of course he can 'sing'.

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[KenTheDude]

Perry's a loser. Not only has he pissed away his vocal talents, but also the unique and brilliant writing chemistry he shared with Jonathan. The dude is just not interested in creating anymore.

On one hand, I'm inclined to agree. On the other hand, I don't know if I can go as far as using the word "loser." For whatever reason, Perry, unlike many other great artists, doesn't seem to have the irrepressible urge to create, notwithstanding the fact that he's financially secure/comfortable in life etc. Many other artists seem to need to continue to create. He's not wired that way, for whatever reason.

Think of two young, equally intelligent entrepreneurs, both of whom sell their companies before 35 and make enough money to do nothing ever again. One continues to invest in new companies (or even starts new ones) or in real estate and generally continues actively building his wealth/working. For whatever reason, that guy needs to continue to do that--he wants to work. The other retires to <insert paradise destination here> and lives the rest of his life just pissing around, not using his considerable business acumen/talents. I'm not sure that makes the latter a "loser."

I can relate to what Perry's done, even if it's frustrating as a fan. If I won the PowerBall last night, I can guarantee you my employer would be lucky to get, at most, an email or some kind of notice from me that I would not be coming in tomorrow

Agree. I keep telling my co-workers that if I ever hit the lottery, I'm not even packing up anything to take back home. They can cherry-pick and vulture my office all they want.

[annie89509]

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So no gripe from this fan. Of course he can 'sing'.

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never saw this before... very cool...

[mmberry301]

A Double Album; one disc with the classic Journey sound. The second disc with a lot of clean guitar and piano; mellow and easy listening. No bombastic choruses or anything like that. Stuff like "Still She Cries." Maybe get Jack Blades and Glen Burtnik in on the songwriting process too.

Wonderful Idea... this ^

[Don]

Cain was just bitching about the money they spent on Eclipse and that was with Wal-Mart's blessings. Now, with no retailer to push a release, why do people think that the band would ever foot the bill for a double CD?

"After all that time and money, y'know, what are we doing here, y'know?" he said. "So, we have a great catalogue here, right now to play. We got a lot of songs that we're not even playing. So, we're like, 'What's the point of makin' a new CD right now?'..."

[perryfan61]

Cain was just bitching about the money they spent on Eclipse and that was with Wal-Mart's blessings. Now, with no retailer to push a release, why do people think that the band would ever foot the bill for a double CD?

"After all that time and money, y'know, what are we doing here, y'know?" he said. "So, we have a great catalogue here, right now to play. We got a lot of songs that we're not even playing. So, we're like, 'What's the point of makin' a new CD right now?'..."

Because SP would be back. Any new record with him would go platinum in no time.

[Art Vandelay]

I realize this is an old thread revived, but oh well..

I would like to see just Steve and Neal do an acoustic, stripped down version of their greatest hits. It would be a new approach to the classics, played in a way that Steve could still handle and give justice to.

[perryfan61]

I realize this is an old thread revived, but oh well..

I would like to see just Steve and Neal do an acoustic, stripped down version of their greatest hits. It would be a new approach to the classics, played in a way that Steve could still handle and give justice to.

This would be a great idea

[MysteryMountain]

What would you rather see if Steve Perry said he would rejoin the band for a one time reunion tour or a new album with him? He agrees to do one or the other and is going to let the fans vote on what they would prefer. This will only be a one time thing, 1 Journey album w/Perry or one last tour with the original lineup including: Smith, Valory, Schon, Cain, and Perry.

What would be your choice and why?

I'm pretty sure that's not the original lineup, but I understand your point. I chose tour, at this point an album without a tour is about like a tour without an album. I had to pick 1, I chose seeing Steve on stage one last time.

[FamilyMan]

TOUR. Hands down.
Anyone who's ever seen or heard Perry live would tell you... The man was one of the best live performers rock and roll has ever known. He poured out his soul on stage... which is probably why he can't sing a note anymore.

[scarab]

Perry did just fine on the Eels song, and Cooke's Only Sixteen, and his own Lights.
He can sing circles around DLR and probably 90% of the 70's/80's Arena rock vocalists.

But I highly doubt he would ever Tour w/or wo Journey.

[slucero]

Perry did just fine on the Eels song, and Cooke's Only Sixteen, and his own Lights.
He can sing circles around DLR and probably 90% of the 70's/80's Arena rock vocalists.

But I highly doubt he would ever Tour w/or wo Journey.

Yea but can he live up to the stratospheric singing standard he created in Journey? Hit the money shot note?

Prolly not.

[Gina3008]

I would love to see him do another album with Journey, studio or live. Either way, I would buy it, listen to it and travel to see him if that were ever to come to pass. While he may not be able to hit the notes as in the past, of course he can still sing. Most likely, his stamina would be the factor to not allow a big tour but what about a residency somewhere for a set number of nights, with day(s) of rest in between events, if needed. It would still be a sell-out event, the album would sell for sure, fans would get their wish and Journey would make more money. A huge WIN for all concerned. Bring it on.

[JourneyHard]

I would pick a new Journey album with Steve Perry and also include Gregg Rolie. If it is a major hit, then you can twist some arms for one last Perry tour.

Call the album Resurrection!
Track 1. Fast Rocker with Perry and Rolie sharing lead vocals.
Track 2. A blues song
Track 3. A ballad featuring Cain's piano.
Track 4. A mid-tempo song with thick harmonies
Track 5. Another ballad
Track 6. A Rocker with Neal going wild
Track 7. A mid-tempo uplifting motivational song
Track 8. A throwback to their early fusion days with Rolie on lead vocals.
Track 9. Another ballad
Track 10. An Arena Rock Anthem
Track 11. An Epic Song that starts out as a ballad, but ends as a thundering Rocker

[DracIsBack]

If the voice could sing, we'd have heard the 50 songs by now.

Of course he can sing. I'm pretty sure he can sing a heck of a lot better than you can. And I can. And most on the board can. Even now!

No wonder he hides away. People are so merciless when rock stars get older and age diminishes what they had. Missing some high notes and lowering keys suddenly causes people to act like you sing like the possessed girl from the exorcist if she couldn't stay on key.

[perryfan61]

If the voice could sing, we'd have heard the 50 songs by now.

Of course he can sing. I'm pretty sure he can sing a heck of a lot better than you can. And I can. And most on the board can. Even now!

No wonder he hides away. People are so merciless when rock stars get older and age diminishes what they had. Missing some high notes and lowering keys suddenly causes people to act like you sing like the possessed girl from the exorcist if she couldn't stay on key.

+1!!

[annie89509]

I realize this is an old thread revived, but oh well..

I would like to see just Steve and Neal do an acoustic, stripped down version of their greatest hits. It would be a new approach to the classics, played in a way that Steve could still handle and give justice to.

Great idea, Art!!!! And I know Neal would love that...and so will millions of hardcore and casual fans alike...would send everyone in a frenzy and blow up the news cycle. If only ....

[Marabelle]

Storytellers on MTV. Original players with Gregg Rollie and Steve Smith. 200-300 people in the audience. 2 hour show. One time only. I've had this thought for over 10 years. Oh well, a girl can dream, can't she???

[ztyxlynne]

How about Perry doing some vocals on a new Neil solo album. Just those two alone in the studio having fun without the weight of the Journey name and go from there.

[JourneyHard]

In 2016, it will have been twenty years since Trial By Fire. The time will be right for Steve Perry to do something. A solo album. A Journey album. Something.