US 103.1 Classic Rock Radio » Journey

Journey Announce Summer 2013 Tour Dates

Jeff Giles — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 13:58:02 +0000

They may not be in any rush to record a new album, but the guys in Journey are perfectly happy to hit the road — and that’s exactly where they’ll be this summer. In fact, the band just announced a new round of tour dates that will keep them busy through early September, starting with [...]

15 Years Ago: Steve Perry Leaves Journey…Again

Eduardo Rivadavia — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:02:42 +0000

It was on May 7, 1998 that stadium rockers Journey earned a guaranteed episode of VH1′s then ultra-popular ‘Behind the Music’ series when singer Steve Perry broke ranks with the band for a second time. At least the first time, in the 1980s, Perry’s exit had been voluntary: the result of his impressive recent solo success and [...]

Journey Guitarist Neal Schon Wins Apology From Britain's 'Daily Mail'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 21:32:14 +0000

Journey guitarist Neal Schon and his fiancee have won an apology from British newspaper the Daily Mail for an erroneous story they recently reported, claiming the musician had left his ex-wife and daughters impoverished while lavishing expensive gifts on his fiancee, former 'Real Housewives of D.C.' star Michaele Salahi.

Journey Guitarist Neal Schon Suing Ex-Mother in Law for Defamation

Billy Dukes — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 01:04:24 +0000

Neal Schon's recently settled support agreement with his ex-wife Amber is in the news again as the Journey guitarist is said to be bringing a lawsuit against her mother. Schon says Judy Kozan badmouthed him through an internet blog, and he wants $75,000 in damages.

Journey Unlikely to Release Another Album, Says Jonathan Cain

Jeff Giles — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:44:38 +0000

In addition to its always-packed tour schedule, Journey stayed pretty busy in the studio during the first decade of the new century, releasing four albums (2001′s ‘Arrival,’ 2005′s ‘Generations,’ 2008′s ‘Revelation,’ and 2011′s ‘Eclipse’) in a 10-year span. Sadly, however, it appears they might be finished recording for the foreseeable future. Keyboard player Jonathan Cain [...]

Journey Documentary Set To Open in U.S. Theaters This Friday

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 18:55:15 +0000

It’s hard to deny that Journey singer Arnel Pineda’s rise to success is a unique and moving story. The frontman was discovered by Journey guitarist Neal Schon, who caught a video of Pineda performing with his former cover band Zoo on YouTube, and the rest is as they say, history.

30 Years Ago: Journey's 'Frontiers' Album Released

Michael Gallucci — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 14:52:42 +0000

When Journey started recording their eighth album — ‘Frontiers,’ which turns 30 this month — they were coming off their biggest year ever. Their previous album, 1981’s ‘Escape,’ contained their best set of songs, a consistent mix of radio-friendly pop and fist-raising rock that they had been striving for since 1975. The band was rewarded [...]

Neal Schon and Carlos Santana Discussing New Collaborative Project

Dave Lifton — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:29:01 +0000

It's been more than 40 years since Neal Schon left Santana to form the band that would become Journey. However, a new interview with Schon reveals that he and Carlos Santana have had preliminary talks about a potential new project.

Journey Documentary Film Debuts First Trailer

Jeff Giles — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:20:12 +0000

Arnel Pinada isn't the first cover band singer who's been hired to replace the guy he sounds like -- in fact, as former Judas Priest frontman Ripper Owens would be quick to point out, his story isn't even the first to inspire a movie. However, as the first trailer for the upcoming Journey documentary takes pains to argue, Pineda's tale might be the most inspiring.

Journey to Join Rascal Flatts for 'CMT Crossroads' Concert in New Orleans

Billy Dukes — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 21:10:09 +0000

Journey will be in New Orleans Super Bowl weekend. The rock group, led by Neal Schon, will join country trio Rascal Flatts for a 'CMT Crossroads' special at 11PM ET on CMT. 'CMT Crossroads' pairs country superstars with rock or pop artists for a concert of each band's most well-known songs. This is the second time Journey and Rascal Flatts have shared a stage.

35 Years Ago: Journey's 'Infinity' Released

Eduardo Rivadavia — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 04:29:52 +0000

Ever wake up one morning wondering what your name was? Whether this was your beautiful house (David Byrne has, but that’s another story)? Whether you somehow missed something that was sitting right under your nose? This sense of disorientation probably afflicted many fans of ‘70s prog rockers Journey when they dropped a needle on the [...]

39 Years Ago: AC/DC and Journey Both Play Their First Concerts on the Same Night

Matthew Wilkening — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 15:00:22 +0000

It's impossible to predict the future, but it seems safe to say that no matter what happens this New Year's Eve in the world of classic rock, it won't measure up to Dec. 31, 1973, when future rock titans Journey and AC/DC both played their very first concerts on the same night.

Anthrax Singer Joey Belladonna Covers Journey with Steel Panther

Jeff Giles — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 21:19:55 +0000

Rock ‘n’ roll math has a new equation, and it goes like this: Anthrax + Steel Panther = Journey. This discovery was made during Steel Panther’s Wednesday night (Nov. 7) show in Newcastle, England, during which Anthrax singer Joey Belladonna strolled out on stage to join the band for a pleasantly surreal rendition of the [...]

Journey Accept Big Money Offer to Play Mitt Romney's Fundraiser

Chad Childers — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 21:16:01 +0000

Journey won’t stop believing in the power of the almighty greenback, as the band will head to Florida this week to take part in a private Mitt Romney fundraising event. TMZ reports that the veteran rockers will receive a $500K payout for appearing at the event this Thursday night (Aug. 30) in Tampa. The group [...]

Neal Schon Open to Reuniting with Steve Perry for Journey Farewell Tour

Dave Lifton — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:54:35 +0000

Could Journey be calling it quits? Maybe not, according to guitarist Neal Schon, but he’s definitely had thoughts about how he wants to go out on a sustained high note. In a new interview, he reveals that he’s open to having former lead singer Steve Perry join them band for one last go-round.

Journey's Neal Schon to Release Solo Album, 'The Calling'

Dave Lifton — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 19:33:50 +0000

Every once in a while Neal Schon takes a break from being Journey‘s guitarist and explores a different side of his creativity. The latest fruits of his labor, ‘The Calling,’ his seventh solo album, will be released on Frontiers Records on Oct. 23.

Lapeer Ed-Tech Center 'Don't Stop Believing' Lip Dub [VIDEO]

Tim Gray — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 15:26:46 +0000

The awesomely talented students at Lapeer’s Education and Technology Center put together this creative lip dub to help promote each of their education departments. Set to the ever popular “Don’t Stop Believing” by Journey each part seems perfectly choreographed, which is difficult to do. Check it out. Don’t miss the Lapeer Community Schools senior class [...]

Guns N' Roses, Def Leppard, Journey Songs Covered on 'Rock of Ages' Soundtrack

Chris M. Junior — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:35:30 +0000

When Tom Cruise starred in ‘Risky Business,’ he only had to lip-sync the Bob Seger classic ‘Old Time Rock & Roll.’

But in the upcoming big-screen version of the Broadway hit ‘Rock of Ages,’ Cruise actually sings hits by Guns N’ Roses and Def Leppard — and those renditions are part of the movie’s soundtrack, due June 5.

Journey Won't Rule Out Reuniting With Steve Perry

Dave Lifton — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:57:39 +0000

Even though they’re doing fine as a touring act with new singer Arnel Pineda, Journey remain open to the idea of working again with original lead singer Steve Perry. In a new interview with the Huffington Post, guitarist Neal Schon and keyboardist Jonathan Cain spoke about the band’s decision to continue without him, and what would happen if Perry ever decided he wanted his old job back.

Journey's Neal Schon to Appear at 'How to Be a Reality Star' Event

Mary Ouellette — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:01:04 +0000

Ever fancy yourself a reality star? Well, if you’ve ever longed to become an overnight sensation, don’t stop believin’ because now there’s a class for that, and none other than Journey‘s Neal Schon will help show you the way.