I am happy to say that after watching "Journey, Live In Manila" dvd, I was not disappointed. Its filled with old school classics that I grew up listening to...and also finally got to hear live two of the songs from the Journey Revelation Cd release "Turn Down The World Tonight" and "What I Needed" which to me have that sound of a bluesy ballad which is just soothing and after seeing them 3 times live with Arnel and never get to hear them play those songs and now I have it on this dvd is just the icing on the cake.
I did not saw them at the Santa Bowl ... yeah, yeah no excuse... this was a late additional gig added to their roster at the very last minute...and unfortunately I have plans set for that evening. But hey...I got the Live In Manila Dvd...bought a couple and gave some to my sis and bros and nephews...and looking forward for the next Cd as soon as our Journey boys are rested and finished taking their well deserved quality time with their loved ones...then off again to solitary confinement in the studio to start working on the new album which should be carried on for the next world tour!
I am also looking forward for the release of Arnel's life story in a movie "Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey" that is to be released December 1, 2009 and hopefully out in some local theaters around the country(US)I hope.
Friday, October 23, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Paso Robles did not dissappoint!
'This is my 3rd time watching Journey with AP at the helm' (I saw this lineup with SP at Day on the Green in early 80's?). What a great show indeed. We were outside the gates when Heart came on played Barracuda. When we got in, the place was already packed all the way up the rafters. After Heart's set, I asked my friend to go and get a beer. Man let me tell you it took us 30 minutes to get to the concession stand and another 30 minutes to get the drink. It was that many people and to booth we missed 2 songs before we got back to our seats (Row NN, Seat 152,153,154,155). As soon as we settled, we were rockin with Journey and having a good time. I managed to record 2 of Heart's jam, and 1 from Journey as I would like to enjoy the show and settled for just one because of past experience it have to be that way. I will try to upload it on my blog.
I saw a co-worker who is a regular concert goer and told me that he never saw Paso Robles Mid-State Fair this crowded since his past concerts on this venue. He was actually surprised that even the community neighborhoods backyards was turned into paid parking lots just to accomodate the wave of people that went to the fair on this day.
Overall, had a great time, sound was great for an open venue...heard AP talking to mic "Pinoy, yeah" while exiting the stage. Looking forward for the Dvd release and a new album for next year, yeah!
Art Lloid - Metalloid
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Journey will grace the stage of my current hometown California Central Coast of Paso Robles at the California Mid-State Fair!
The latest band to join this summer's California Mid-State Fair lineup has a message for fans: Don't Stop Believing."
Classic rock band Journey is set to perform at the fair on July 23, 2009, along with the rock band Heart.
Created in 1973 by Santana alumni Neal Schon and Gregg Rolie, Journey rose to fame in the late 1970's with the songs "Wheel In The Sky" and "Lights."
The next decade saw the Bay Area band formerly fronted by lead vocalist Steve Perry and reaching new heights with such hits as "Any Way You Want It," "Who's Crying Now," "Don't Stop Believing" and "Open Arms" Massive arena concert tours and platinum record sales followed. Much of Journey's original lineup had since disbanded by 1994.
Journey hired its current singer, Arnel Pineda, in December 2007 after guitarist Neal Schon spotted the Filipino national singing Journey covers on YouTube.com.
The band now features two original members, Schon and bassist Valory Ross, as well as Jonathan Cain on keyboards and Deen Castronovo on drums.
Journey has now released 13 albums, including 2008's "Revelation," which debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard charts. The band Journey has last played at the California Mid-State Fair in 2005.
Journey will be joined on the Main Grandstand Arena state by the classic rock band Heart. Fronted by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilsons, the band is best-known for such 70's hits as "Crazy On You," "Magic Man" and "Barracuda." Heart last performed at the fair in 2002.
Journey and Heart are scheduled to perform July 23 at the Paso Robles Event Center, 2189 Riverside Ave. in Paso Robles.
Classic rock band Journey is set to perform at the fair on July 23, 2009, along with the rock band Heart.
Created in 1973 by Santana alumni Neal Schon and Gregg Rolie, Journey rose to fame in the late 1970's with the songs "Wheel In The Sky" and "Lights."
The next decade saw the Bay Area band formerly fronted by lead vocalist Steve Perry and reaching new heights with such hits as "Any Way You Want It," "Who's Crying Now," "Don't Stop Believing" and "Open Arms" Massive arena concert tours and platinum record sales followed. Much of Journey's original lineup had since disbanded by 1994.
Journey hired its current singer, Arnel Pineda, in December 2007 after guitarist Neal Schon spotted the Filipino national singing Journey covers on YouTube.com.
The band now features two original members, Schon and bassist Valory Ross, as well as Jonathan Cain on keyboards and Deen Castronovo on drums.
Journey has now released 13 albums, including 2008's "Revelation," which debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard charts. The band Journey has last played at the California Mid-State Fair in 2005.
Journey will be joined on the Main Grandstand Arena state by the classic rock band Heart. Fronted by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilsons, the band is best-known for such 70's hits as "Crazy On You," "Magic Man" and "Barracuda." Heart last performed at the fair in 2002.
Journey and Heart are scheduled to perform July 23 at the Paso Robles Event Center, 2189 Riverside Ave. in Paso Robles.
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Journey added to Download Festival 2009 June 12, 13, 14 at Donnington Park!
12 more acts have been added to the ever-growing bill!
Classic rockers Journey, voted ‘5th best American rock band in history’ by USA Today will make their Download debut, joined by fellow Californians Tesla.
For more information visit http://www.downloadfestival.co.uk
Classic rockers Journey, voted ‘5th best American rock band in history’ by USA Today will make their Download debut, joined by fellow Californians Tesla.
For more information visit http://www.downloadfestival.co.uk
JOURNEY, UFO AND TYKETTO CONFIRMED FOR SWEDEN ROCK 2009!
Journey, UFO, Tyketto and Tank confirmed! Time to proudly present another 4 bands confirmed for Sweden Rock Festival 2009.
JOURNEY, The arguably most legendary AOR-band of them all got an overwhelming response in 2006, when they returned to Sweden for the first time in almost two decades - at SRF, if you didn't know. Since then a lot has happened with the band. They have changed singers twice, and released their 13th studio album "Revelation" in 2008. The album got a phenomenal reception, and the same goes for new singer Arnel Pineda from the Philippines, whose similarity to classic Journey vocalist Steve Perry has already made him a new audience favorite. So it is a decidedly revitalized Journey that returns to SRF after three years - whether you were there the last time or not, you have equally good reason not to miss them this time around!
JOURNEY, The arguably most legendary AOR-band of them all got an overwhelming response in 2006, when they returned to Sweden for the first time in almost two decades - at SRF, if you didn't know. Since then a lot has happened with the band. They have changed singers twice, and released their 13th studio album "Revelation" in 2008. The album got a phenomenal reception, and the same goes for new singer Arnel Pineda from the Philippines, whose similarity to classic Journey vocalist Steve Perry has already made him a new audience favorite. So it is a decidedly revitalized Journey that returns to SRF after three years - whether you were there the last time or not, you have equally good reason not to miss them this time around!
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Journey Band Manila Concert at Mall of Asia
Finally Journey played my best pick song of the Revelation Cd!
"Turn Down The World Tonight"! Also Played is "What I needed, Where Did I Loose Your Love" off the new album which were not played live in their US or European shows. I've been sorting through all the uploads on youtube.com It was great to hear those other greatest hits played with a different twist! Neal is an architech with the guitar! Check them out now as there is a lot of new videos!
Also noted on the video threads that the concert might be released on DVD so will surely be looking forward to that. Tell me Journey 'ans what you think of the show and and the songs that was played that was not been played before.
Art Lloid
"Turn Down The World Tonight"! Also Played is "What I needed, Where Did I Loose Your Love" off the new album which were not played live in their US or European shows. I've been sorting through all the uploads on youtube.com It was great to hear those other greatest hits played with a different twist! Neal is an architech with the guitar! Check them out now as there is a lot of new videos!
Also noted on the video threads that the concert might be released on DVD so will surely be looking forward to that. Tell me Journey 'ans what you think of the show and and the songs that was played that was not been played before.
Art Lloid
Monday, March 2, 2009
Journey members arrived in Manila on March 1, 2009 and was greeted by front man Arnel Pineda!
Journey members Neal Schon, Ross Valorie, Jonathan Cain, Dean Castronovo, and their crew arrived in Manila, Philippines on March 1, 2009 and was greeted by native frontman Arnel Pineda!
Lead guitarist Neal Schon, who discovered Pineda via video-sharing Web site YouTube, said he is “very excited” about their upcoming concert, which is set to be held on March 14.
Pineda said his band mates were surprised that he was at the airport to personally welcome them.
“They never thought na pupunta ako dito to greet them. Na-sorpresa sila,” he said.
Pineda said he and his band mates are scheduled to practice in the Philippines before flying to Japan where their Asian tour will kick off.
Journey begins their second leg of the "Revelation" tour beginning in Asia and Southeastern Asia. (Starting with Japan, the Philippines, China, and with a few dates in Hawaii). This will be their first time returning back to Japan since 1998 and first time performing in the Philippines and China. In May, the band has US shows scheduled as well. As dates continue to come in, we will keep you posted.
Their Current Schedule is as follows:
March 09, 2009 - Tokyo, Japan - International Forum ----- 7:00 pm
March 10, 2009 - Nagoya, Japan - Shimim Kaikan ----- 7:00 pm
March 11, 2009 - Osaka , Japan - Koseinenkin Kaikan ----- 7:00 pm
March 14, 2009 - Manila, Philippines - Mall of Asia Field ----- 9:00 pm
March 20, 2009 - Macau, China - Venetian Resort & Casino -- 9:00 pm
March 24, 2009 - Maui, Hawaii - Maui Arts & Cultural Cntr --- 9:00 pm
March 26, 2009 - Honolulu, Hawaii - Blaisdel Arena ----- 9:00 pm
March 28, 2009 - Kona, Hawaii - Waikoloa Bowl ----- 9:00 pm
May 23, 2009 - SACRAMENTO , CA - Raleys Field ----- 9:00 pm
I just wish that they add Australia on their schedule as I know a lot of our fellow Pinoys and Aussies would love to see them also. (The band Eagles played in Australia on their Reunion Part II tour.)
Art Lloid
Lead guitarist Neal Schon, who discovered Pineda via video-sharing Web site YouTube, said he is “very excited” about their upcoming concert, which is set to be held on March 14.
Pineda said his band mates were surprised that he was at the airport to personally welcome them.
“They never thought na pupunta ako dito to greet them. Na-sorpresa sila,” he said.
Pineda said he and his band mates are scheduled to practice in the Philippines before flying to Japan where their Asian tour will kick off.
Journey begins their second leg of the "Revelation" tour beginning in Asia and Southeastern Asia. (Starting with Japan, the Philippines, China, and with a few dates in Hawaii). This will be their first time returning back to Japan since 1998 and first time performing in the Philippines and China. In May, the band has US shows scheduled as well. As dates continue to come in, we will keep you posted.
Their Current Schedule is as follows:
March 09, 2009 - Tokyo, Japan - International Forum ----- 7:00 pm
March 10, 2009 - Nagoya, Japan - Shimim Kaikan ----- 7:00 pm
March 11, 2009 - Osaka , Japan - Koseinenkin Kaikan ----- 7:00 pm
March 14, 2009 - Manila, Philippines - Mall of Asia Field ----- 9:00 pm
March 20, 2009 - Macau, China - Venetian Resort & Casino -- 9:00 pm
March 24, 2009 - Maui, Hawaii - Maui Arts & Cultural Cntr --- 9:00 pm
March 26, 2009 - Honolulu, Hawaii - Blaisdel Arena ----- 9:00 pm
March 28, 2009 - Kona, Hawaii - Waikoloa Bowl ----- 9:00 pm
May 23, 2009 - SACRAMENTO , CA - Raleys Field ----- 9:00 pm
I just wish that they add Australia on their schedule as I know a lot of our fellow Pinoys and Aussies would love to see them also. (The band Eagles played in Australia on their Reunion Part II tour.)
Art Lloid
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