Three Apologies

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February 24, 2017 at 6:35 pm Quote #55938
Gilligan (1518)	I know Journey isn’t regarded very highly by most Van Halen fans, but they are in town this week and we don’t get a lot of live music, so… Apology #1: I went to see Journey last night and thought they were great. I knew every song but 2, it was a sold out crowd, great atmosphere, good 2 hour and 2 minute show. Apology #2: Their drummer, Mike Smith, did the obligatory drum solo and he blew Alex Van Halen’s drum solo out of the water. That fella can drum – it was so solid and uptempo and clean! On the flip side, Neal Schon did a couple of guitar solos that were more atmospheric than rockin’. The guy can play, but it’s very different from EVH and not nearly as enjoyable. Apology #3: I got caught up on the moment and sang Faithfully and Don’t Stop Believing at the top of my lungs along with everyone else. For this I have no excuse and I am truly sorry. They play again tonight and Sunday. If tickets go for cheap on Sunday I might go back. Shhhhhh, don’t tell anyone. GilliganQuote
February 24, 2017 at 7:03 pm Quote #55939
guitard (7354)	I think the drummer’s name is actually Steve Smith. He is also a very well regarded jazz drummer, and played in other bands outside of Journey for many years until recently rejoining the band. Journey was basically just another nostalgia act, but then they found that new lead singer from the Philippines who sings just like Steve Perry could in his prime – and were reborn overnight. guitardQuote
February 24, 2017 at 8:08 pm Quote #55941
Mink (2663)	Apologies accepted! http://www.angelfire.com/bc3/donttellme/Matts-Main-List.html MinkQuote
February 25, 2017 at 12:49 am Quote #55945
Dutchie (1767)	Gilligan: I know Journey isn’t regarded very highly by most Van Halen fans True that…. DutchieQuote
February 25, 2017 at 3:04 am Quote #55947
Gilligan (1518)	Oops, yeah Randy, it is Steve Smith. I knew it was nearly the most boring name possible! Anyway, I looked him up and he is pretty highly regarded. Plus, he’s been in Journey for 3 different stints, dating back to the early 70′s. Forgot to mention Arnel, the singer. He’s something of a legend here in Hawaii because there are so many Filipinos here. I guess that’s why they can play 3 dates here?! He’s very young and animated compared to the rest of the band and sounds great. Not exactly like Steve Perry, but as close as you can get. GilliganQuote
February 25, 2017 at 9:37 am Quote #55950
drjazz (71)	Steve is one of those top drummers of all time. Very well regarded in the jazz world. Different kind of drumming though… Alex is one of those top rock drummers. I love them both! drjazzQuote
February 25, 2017 at 3:05 pm Quote #55953
kaloway (2011)	WTF????? Just kidding. We all have our secret pleasures (No Doubt & solo Gwen)… kalowayQuote
February 25, 2017 at 7:07 pm Quote #55955
jroundy (1418)	I have always liked Journey… Neal Schon is what first drew me to the band, always thought he played great. For me, if a band had a great guitar player I always took notice. It doesn’t hurt that the band also has a large catalog of great songs. The poor folks play for keeps down here…They’re the living dead. Nobody rules these streets at night like Van Halen!! jroundyQuote
February 26, 2017 at 12:17 am Quote #55957
thismusicsux (578)	i like Journey pretty good. some great tunes/albums. thismusicsuxQuote
February 26, 2017 at 11:00 am Quote #55958
VAiN (2777)	I saw them a few years ago – that singer is incredible. There’s no shame in a good fun show. Resident dickhead. I will hurt your delicate feelings. VAiNQuote
February 27, 2017 at 2:19 pm Quote #55968
frankm (4888)	My brother is a drummer and he has said since the early 80s … Steve Smith is one of the best, if not the best, drummers alive. The dude is awesome. frankmQuote
February 27, 2017 at 4:31 pm Quote #55971
Gilligan (1518)	Thanks for the support, guys. I know a lot of dudes think of Journey as a wimpy ballad band (which I guess they are about 1/3 of the time!) but they can certainly rock as well. Neal Schon is able to add a lot of “meat” to pop songs with his playing. Go check ‘em out if they’re in your town! The drum solo alone is almost worth it. GilliganQuote
February 27, 2017 at 5:48 pm Quote #55972
muroh73 (1096)	No worries, I’ve had a good time seeing Journey the couple times I have. Never saw them with Perry but saw them with Augeri and Arnell and enjoyed both. muroh73Quote
February 28, 2017 at 8:12 pm Quote #55987
unchainedheart (1926)	good for you man,hey when people ask me what i listen to,i answer”it depends on how i feel” and i like Journey too.Cool for you unchainedheartQuote
March 1, 2017 at 5:50 am Quote #55990
evhua (1610)	I wish I could have the same apologies, all the time ! awesome post ! Thank you Gilligan ! evhuaQuote

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