The_Noble_Cause wrote:It is obvious that the future of Journey will be from "Journey Through Time".
Neal has expressed his intentions to record with the band and to tour.
In order to save Deen's voice, they should add another vocalist.
With Rolie there, it is only fitting that his Storm-bandmate, Kevin Chalfant, finally get a chance to sit in the Perry throne.
Thoughts?
steveo777 wrote:As much as I agree and love the potential lineup here, reality speaks differently to me. I don't see it as "the future of Journey" at all. This will always be a side project and could never equal the amount of success Journey is still having. I don't see Journey Through Time having the kind of success touring, as Journey already has and will continue to. Ask yourself this: Will casual fans recognize the name, Journey Though Time, or will they just know the name, Journey?
The_Noble_Cause wrote:It is obvious that the future of Journey will be from "Journey Through Time".
Neal has expressed his intentions to record with the band and to tour.
In order to save Deen's voice, they should add another vocalist.
With Rolie there, it is only fitting that his Storm-bandmate, Kevin Chalfant, finally get a chance to sit in the Perry throne.
Thoughts?
FamilyMan wrote:Neal says a lot of things about what he plans to do, but he's largely out of touch with the real world. The JTT lineup will not sell tickets and therefore Azoff & co. will never stand for it.
Aaron wrote:I think Kevin or Hugo either one could add tons of value. Deen is really good on his own as well. It's a tough call between Kevin and Hugo. I'd go with Hugo due to his demonstrated catalog.
The_Noble_Cause wrote:Aaron wrote:I think Kevin or Hugo either one could add tons of value. Deen is really good on his own as well. It's a tough call between Kevin and Hugo. I'd go with Hugo due to his demonstrated catalog.
Kevin's the better singer. Hugo's voice is as thin as a reed.
kgdjpubs wrote: Unless you want to bring in someone new, Deen is probably the best singer for that material and he's already in the band.
Abitaman wrote:I have always been a Kevin Chalfant fan, and still am. He hasn't done much lately, and would like to see him something like this. From the time Perry first left after ROR, i was ready to see Kevin take over, even today. Never knew why it never happened.
kgdjpubs wrote:
well, you have to take in account that has was in the band once and was thrown out for Perry's return. That could easily give some hard feelings, especially around 1998 when Perry left again. These things are rarely as they seem to be from the outside looking in.
The_Noble_Cause wrote:kgdjpubs wrote:
well, you have to take in account that has was in the band once and was thrown out for Perry's return. That could easily give some hard feelings, especially around 1998 when Perry left again. These things are rarely as they seem to be from the outside looking in.
If by "hard feelings" you mean Kevin, he has stated on record that he would take the job in a heartbeat. If anything Schon/Cain are intimidated by Kevin.
tj wrote:At this point, I doubt that they are intimidated by Kevin or anyone else for that matter. They have managed what very few bands ever do: got a second chance and made it work. Granted, it's not at the level of the first time. But bringing in tens of millions of $ in concert revenue each year, with a lead singer who spoke little English and you picked up from YouTube is a pretty good second run. There's not much at this stage that they haven't seen or done which would cause them to be intimidated by anyone else in the business. IMO
The_Noble_Cause wrote:tj wrote:At this point, I doubt that they are intimidated by Kevin or anyone else for that matter. They have managed what very few bands ever do: got a second chance and made it work. Granted, it's not at the level of the first time. But bringing in tens of millions of $ in concert revenue each year, with a lead singer who spoke little English and you picked up from YouTube is a pretty good second run. There's not much at this stage that they haven't seen or done which would cause them to be intimidated by anyone else in the business. IMO
You are confusing success with what I'm talking about. They fired Soto and wouldn't hire Chalfant - despite Herbie's insistence to do so. As I said, they seem to be intimidated by strong minded singers who can write, produce, etc.
The_Noble_Cause wrote:tj wrote:At this point, I doubt that they are intimidated by Kevin or anyone else for that matter. They have managed what very few bands ever do: got a second chance and made it work. Granted, it's not at the level of the first time. But bringing in tens of millions of $ in concert revenue each year, with a lead singer who spoke little English and you picked up from YouTube is a pretty good second run. There's not much at this stage that they haven't seen or done which would cause them to be intimidated by anyone else in the business. IMO
You are confusing success with what I'm talking about. They fired Soto and wouldn't hire Chalfant - despite Herbie's insistence to do so. As I said, they seem to be intimidated by strong minded singers who can write, produce, etc.
The_Noble_Cause wrote:tj wrote:At this point, I doubt that they are intimidated by Kevin or anyone else for that matter. They have managed what very few bands ever do: got a second chance and made it work. Granted, it's not at the level of the first time. But bringing in tens of millions of $ in concert revenue each year, with a lead singer who spoke little English and you picked up from YouTube is a pretty good second run. There's not much at this stage that they haven't seen or done which would cause them to be intimidated by anyone else in the business. IMO
You are confusing success with what I'm talking about. They fired Soto and wouldn't hire Chalfant - despite Herbie's insistence to do so. As I said, they seem to be intimidated by strong minded singers who can write, produce, etc.
perryfan61 wrote:"had more to do with his physical appearance"......
Because he looked too much like SP?
Jeremey wrote:perryfan61 wrote:"had more to do with his physical appearance"......
Because he looked too much like SP?
No. Because he was old and out of shape, according to Neal Schon. And because Jon Cain was bewildered and unimpressed by Fly 2 Freedom. This was just what was told to me... I am only mentioning it lest the idea perpetuates that Cain & Schon were intimidated by Chalfant's strong songwriting and singing chops, which by all counts would be assets and not liabilities to any band.
perryfan61 wrote:Jeremey wrote:perryfan61 wrote:"had more to do with his physical appearance"......
Because he looked too much like SP?
No. Because he was old and out of shape, according to Neal Schon. And because Jon Cain was bewildered and unimpressed by Fly 2 Freedom. This was just what was told to me... I am only mentioning it lest the idea perpetuates that Cain & Schon were intimidated by Chalfant's strong songwriting and singing chops, which by all counts would be assets and not liabilities to any band.
Interesting. Thanks for the insight.
Jeremey wrote:No. Because he was old and out of shape, according to Neal Schon. And because Jon Cain was bewildered and unimpressed by Fly 2 Freedom. This was just what was told to me... I am only mentioning it lest the idea perpetuates that Cain & Schon were intimidated by Chalfant's strong songwriting and singing chops, which by all counts would be assets and not liabilities to any band.
tj wrote:They have more than earned the right to have it that way.
The_Noble_Cause wrote:kgdjpubs wrote:
well, you have to take in account that has was in the band once and was thrown out for Perry's return. That could easily give some hard feelings, especially around 1998 when Perry left again. These things are rarely as they seem to be from the outside looking in.
If by "hard feelings" you mean Kevin, he has stated on record that he would take the job in a heartbeat. If anything Schon/Cain are intimidated by Kevin.
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Gideon wrote:Listened to a recent interview with Chalfant, who said he’s about 7-8 years Rolie’s jr. Confirmation Kevin’s well into his 60s. There’s no way he could take this catalog.
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