For Those Of You Who Don't Know Jeremey

[JH'sTXfan]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

[aggieangelcrys]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

rick.......i bet you're a kah ton of fun!

[nikki]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

Sounds good to me! I almost hope they don't hire this guy....either they'll tire of him within a few months and toss him or his voice will give out from touring (and it will: look at their track record with vocalists). I wouldn't wish a lead singer gig for Journey on my worst enemy.

[JH'sTXfan]

. He still sounds like Steve Perry. I guess he was just born that way. Lucky dog.

Dammit, I can't believe that I just did that, and I just said I don't like to do comparisons. Whatever, I still think he has unique qualities all his own.

It's not a comparison, it's a truth. You're ok.

Thanks Rick. We're a team!

[Rick]

Thanks Rick. We're a team!

You bet, and we are homies. I live near Dallas.

[JH'sTXfan]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

Sounds good to me! I almost hope they don't hire this guy....either they'll tire of him within a few months and toss him or his voice will give out from touring (and it will: look at their track record with vocalists). I wouldn't wish a lead singer gig for Journey on my worst enemy.

That's the sad truth Nikkib. Maybe Steve Perry will produce an album for him instead.

[JH'sTXfan]

Thanks Rick. We're a team!

You bet, and we are homies. I live near Dallas.

Awesome! Dallas and Houston always get the good concerts. Guess who gets stuck in the middle of the week? Austin/San Antonio. It sucks sometimes. Though Journey usually makes it on a weekend. One of the few bands who do.

[Rick]

Thanks Rick. We're a team!

You bet, and we are homies. I live near Dallas.

Awesome! Dallas and Houston always get the good concerts. Guess who gets stuck in the middle of the week? Austin/San Antonio. It sucks sometimes. Though Journey usually makes it on a weekend. One of the few bands who do.

Yep, they played San Antonio last summer, did you get to go?

[JH'sTXfan]

Thanks Rick. We're a team!

You bet, and we are homies. I live near Dallas.

Awesome! Dallas and Houston always get the good concerts. Guess who gets stuck in the middle of the week? Austin/San Antonio. It sucks sometimes. Though Journey usually makes it on a weekend. One of the few bands who do.

Yep, they played San Antonio last summer, did you get to go?

Oh, yeah. 5 star tickets. Met Journey and Def Leppard. Took pictures with them. They didn't have to do that. It was nice of them all. Did you get to go?

[Rick]

Oh, yeah. 5 star tickets. Met Journey and Def Leppard. Took pictures with them. They didn't have to do that. It was nice of them all. Did you get to go?

Yes, at the Smirnoff Amphitheater, that venue sucks, but the show was good. I sure hope they book a better venue the next time they come here, that place was so oversold it was ridiculous.

[JH'sTXfan]

Oh, yeah. 5 star tickets. Met Journey and Def Leppard. Took pictures with them. They didn't have to do that. It was nice of them all. Did you get to go?

Yes, at the Smirnoff Amphitheater, that venue sucks, but the show was good. I sure hope they book a better venue the next time they come here, that place was so oversold it was ridiculous.

Neel threw me a pick and some twenty-something punk mugged me for it. By the time his friends pulled us apart I had that pick in my grimey little hand. That kid probably didn't expect a middle-aged momma to brawl with him in the floor over it.
If you're in here kid, that pick is hanging on my wall. Sorry.

[Rick]

Neel threw me a pick and some twenty-something punk mugged me for it. By the time his friends pulled us apart I had that pick in my grimey little hand. That kid probably didn't expect a middle-aged momma to brawl with him in the floor over it.
If you're in here kid, that pick is hanging on my wall. Sorry.

LMAO!! Good for you! I hope that little fucker is in here reading too. Don't mess with the legacy fans boy.

[JH'sTXfan]

Neel threw me a pick and some twenty-something punk mugged me for it. By the time his friends pulled us apart I had that pick in my grimey little hand. That kid probably didn't expect a middle-aged momma to brawl with him in the floor over it.
If you're in here kid, that pick is hanging on my wall. Sorry.

LMAO!! Good for you! I hope that little fucker is in here reading too. Don't mess with the legacy fans boy.

I think kicking his ass was the highlight of my evening. I've waited 25 years for that pick and no punk can take that away from me. God, it's good just to relive it.

[Rick]

I think kicking his ass was the highlight of my evening. I've waited 25 years for that pick and no punk can take that away from me. God, it's good just to relive it.

Good for you. I'm out of here, goodnight, was nice chatting with you.

[piecesofeight]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

I was just wondering in all seriousness, what is your connection to Jeremey? Are you his agent? If anyone says anything slightly off of what you think of him, you are the first one to jump in and defend him and tell anyone else they are wrong. Just a pattern I see so I was just curious what your connection is to him to defend him to such measures?
If he gets the job, you need to allow people to speak how they feel, especially at first.
Great that you are so passionate about him, but you need to let people speak their opinion. If anyone gives an opinion of him that isn't good or what you want to hear, you pounce right on it and I was just curious.

[Tomulator]

The reason he sounds like SP is that THAT is how these songs are SUPPOSED to be sung.

Perry was, is, will always be the VOICE of Journey.

It is time to put the band to rest...before any more embarassing "SP imitators" take the helm.

Sorry to say people...I speak the absolute TRUTH here.

[Blueskies]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

Sounds good to me! I almost hope they don't hire this guy....either they'll tire of him within a few months and toss him or his voice will give out from touring (and it will: look at their track record with vocalists). I wouldn't wish a lead singer gig for Journey on my worst enemy.

They may toss him but I doubt it will be from his voice tiring out, he's been singing the catalog for years and doesnt have to strain to do it.

[nikki]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

Sounds good to me! I almost hope they don't hire this guy....either they'll tire of him within a few months and toss him or his voice will give out from touring (and it will: look at their track record with vocalists). I wouldn't wish a lead singer gig for Journey on my worst enemy.

They may toss him but I doubt it will be from his voice tiring out, he's been singing the catalog for years and doesnt have to strain to do it.

I'll bet if he has to sing for Journey it will. Don't all of their past vocalists have histories with throat or vocal cord trouble? It's from the strain....these songs are hard to sing and a male singer has to have a slightly high register to hit alot of the notes in their songs. Even a seasoned vet like Jeremey could have trouble. I'm sure the guy takes care of his voice, hell, it's his bread and butter, but it's just an observation.

[Jeremey]

Guys, whether or not I get the Journey gig, I will always remember the years I spent here on this forum, and the friends that I made, and the detractors that I had. Whether it is a tribute band singer, Gap maintenance manager, or a vocal swiss army knife, everyone has to come from somewhere. My understanding is that Journey wants to get on the road and recapture some of that sound that helped make the hits what they were. Judge me by grainy video, by my backup band (who are damned fine at what they do), or the age old, tired "he sounds like he's trying to sound like Perry )....in the end it will always be about the music. If they go with a guy who knows the songs inside and out, and has conditioned his voice by singing the material every weekend for 5 years for 3 hours at a time, to most I would think would be a good thing, but then again, there'll always be a fickle minority in any population. Regardless, just keep in mind that I'm one of you. I got a house payment, a 9to5, and a baby on the way. There's no fame or fortune that separates me from any one of you, so if this opportunity presents itself, it's like our old friend Henry Hill once said, "As far as Jimmy was concerned, with Tommy being made...It was like we were all being made. We would now have one of our own as a member."

[Just Mindy]

There's no fame or fortune that separates me from any one of you, so if this opportunity presents itself, it's like our old friend Henry Hill once said, "As far as Jimmy was concerned, with Tommy being made...It was like we were all being made. We would now have one of our own as a member."

Jeremey, you're a good fella, ya know?

[Saint John]

Guys, whether or not I get the Journey gig, I will always remember the years I spent here on this forum, and the friends that I made, and the detractors that I had. Whether it is a tribute band singer, Gap maintenance manager, or a vocal swiss army knife, everyone has to come from somewhere. My understanding is that Journey wants to get on the road and recapture some of that sound that helped make the hits what they were. Judge me by grainy video, by my backup band (who are damned fine at what they do), or the age old, tired "he sounds like he's trying to sound like Perry )....in the end it will always be about the music. If they go with a guy who knows the songs inside and out, and has conditioned his voice by singing the material every weekend for 5 years for 3 hours at a time, to most I would think would be a good thing, but then again, there'll always be a fickle minority in any population. Regardless, just keep in mind that I'm one of you. I got a house payment, a 9to5, and a baby on the way. There's no fame or fortune that separates me from any one of you, so if this opportunity presents itself, it's like our old friend Henry Hill once said, "As far as Jimmy was concerned, with Tommy being made...It was like we were all being made. We would now have one of our own as a member."

These guys are fucking nuts if they don't give you the gig. Aside from Perry, I think your voice is the best suited to capture the original sound, and MORE IMPORTANTLY move the band forward with new, original music. Just remember what happened to "Tommy" in the end.

[Blueskies]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

Sounds good to me! I almost hope they don't hire this guy....either they'll tire of him within a few months and toss him or his voice will give out from touring (and it will: look at their track record with vocalists). I wouldn't wish a lead singer gig for Journey on my worst enemy.

They may toss him but I doubt it will be from his voice tiring out, he's been singing the catalog for years and doesnt have to strain to do it.

I'll bet if he has to sing for Journey it will. Don't all of their past vocalists have histories with throat or vocal cord trouble? It's from the strain....these songs are hard to sing and a male singer has to have a slightly high register to hit alot of the notes in their songs. Even a seasoned vet like Jeremey could have trouble. I'm sure the guy takes care of his voice, hell, it's his bread and butter, but it's just an observation.

Hey, Do Da, what do you think he HAS been singing ?

[nikki]

Guys, whether or not I get the Journey gig, I will always remember the years I spent here on this forum, and the friends that I made, and the detractors that I had. Whether it is a tribute band singer, Gap maintenance manager, or a vocal swiss army knife, everyone has to come from somewhere. My understanding is that Journey wants to get on the road and recapture some of that sound that helped make the hits what they were. Judge me by grainy video, by my backup band (who are damned fine at what they do), or the age old, tired "he sounds like he's trying to sound like Perry )....in the end it will always be about the music. If they go with a guy who knows the songs inside and out, and has conditioned his voice by singing the material every weekend for 5 years for 3 hours at a time, to most I would think would be a good thing, but then again, there'll always be a fickle minority in any population. Regardless, just keep in mind that I'm one of you. I got a house payment, a 9to5, and a baby on the way. There's no fame or fortune that separates me from any one of you, so if this opportunity presents itself, it's like our old friend Henry Hill once said, "As far as Jimmy was concerned, with Tommy being made...It was like we were all being made. We would now have one of our own as a member."

I'd probably have to hear you live to better appreciate your talent. I wasn't trying to put you down by any means, and if it seemed that way, then I am truly sorry. Everyone listens to songs differently, and I know there are fans of Journey's music who feel that the songs have to sound similar to SP vocally to measure up. I just don't have the same view, that's all. I feel that ANY song, sung with passion, emotion and conviction by a vocalist who can do it justice can sound great. I took the time to listen to some more of your work and I do like alot of it, and not just the Journey tunes. If the band is interested in you and this is what you really want, then I wish you all the best. It would sure make for some interesting discussions with "one of our own" in their camp!

[Eric]

Guys, whether or not I get the Journey gig, I will always remember the years I spent here on this forum, and the friends that I made, and the detractors that I had. Whether it is a tribute band singer, Gap maintenance manager, or a vocal swiss army knife, everyone has to come from somewhere. My understanding is that Journey wants to get on the road and recapture some of that sound that helped make the hits what they were. Judge me by grainy video, by my backup band (who are damned fine at what they do), or the age old, tired "he sounds like he's trying to sound like Perry )....in the end it will always be about the music. If they go with a guy who knows the songs inside and out, and has conditioned his voice by singing the material every weekend for 5 years for 3 hours at a time, to most I would think would be a good thing, but then again, there'll always be a fickle minority in any population. Regardless, just keep in mind that I'm one of you. I got a house payment, a 9to5, and a baby on the way. There's no fame or fortune that separates me from any one of you, so if this opportunity presents itself, it's like our old friend Henry Hill once said, "As far as Jimmy was concerned, with Tommy being made...It was like we were all being made. We would now have one of our own as a member."

Jeremy....anyone who says you shouldn't take the gig isn't thinking how much it would mean to your family.....

Good luck, you haved won me over somewhat by quoting Goodfellas!

I just hope you can understand that some of us based our support on Journey "by their continuing the Journey" with new music. I really need new songs that sound like Journey.

[JH'sTXfan]

Guys, whether or not I get the Journey gig, I will always remember the years I spent here on this forum, and the friends that I made, and the detractors that I had. Whether it is a tribute band singer, Gap maintenance manager, or a vocal swiss army knife, everyone has to come from somewhere. My understanding is that Journey wants to get on the road and recapture some of that sound that helped make the hits what they were. Judge me by grainy video, by my backup band (who are damned fine at what they do), or the age old, tired "he sounds like he's trying to sound like Perry )....in the end it will always be about the music. If they go with a guy who knows the songs inside and out, and has conditioned his voice by singing the material every weekend for 5 years for 3 hours at a time, to most I would think would be a good thing, but then again, there'll always be a fickle minority in any population. Regardless, just keep in mind that I'm one of you. I got a house payment, a 9to5, and a baby on the way. There's no fame or fortune that separates me from any one of you, so if this opportunity presents itself, it's like our old friend Henry Hill once said, "As far as Jimmy was concerned, with Tommy being made...It was like we were all being made. We would now have one of our own as a member."

It IS all about the music. And you have the absolute right to do what you need to do for yourself and your family. And we'll enjoy the heck out of it while (or if) you're doing it. I was hoping you wouldn't get mad at your supporters for talking about you on here, albeit in a positive way. I know you're going to face a lot of flack, forget them and remember that you are blessed with a god given talent and should be proud to put it to the best use possible.

[Saint John]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

Sounds good to me! I almost hope they don't hire this guy....either they'll tire of him within a few months and toss him or his voice will give out from touring (and it will: look at their track record with vocalists). I wouldn't wish a lead singer gig for Journey on my worst enemy.

They may toss him but I doubt it will be from his voice tiring out, he's been singing the catalog for years and doesnt have to strain to do it.

I'll bet if he has to sing for Journey it will. Don't all of their past vocalists have histories with throat or vocal cord trouble? It's from the strain....these songs are hard to sing and a male singer has to have a slightly high register to hit alot of the notes in their songs. Even a seasoned vet like Jeremey could have trouble. I'm sure the guy takes care of his voice, hell, it's his bread and butter, but it's just an observation.

Hey, Do Da, what do you think he HAS been singing ?

What "he has" been singing really isn't important though because he's only been doing it about 3 or 4 times a month. What IS important is that the catalog songs are in his natural range. Something you can't say about the 2 singers that have sung since Perry. Not a slight against either, just a coincidence that Jeremey and Perry share some natural range.

[ohsherrie]

Guys, whether or not I get the Journey gig, I will always remember the years I spent here on this forum, and the friends that I made, and the detractors that I had. Whether it is a tribute band singer, Gap maintenance manager, or a vocal swiss army knife, everyone has to come from somewhere. My understanding is that Journey wants to get on the road and recapture some of that sound that helped make the hits what they were. Judge me by grainy video, by my backup band (who are damned fine at what they do), or the age old, tired "he sounds like he's trying to sound like Perry )....in the end it will always be about the music. If they go with a guy who knows the songs inside and out, and has conditioned his voice by singing the material every weekend for 5 years for 3 hours at a time, to most I would think would be a good thing, but then again, there'll always be a fickle minority in any population. Regardless, just keep in mind that I'm one of you. I got a house payment, a 9to5, and a baby on the way. There's no fame or fortune that separates me from any one of you, so if this opportunity presents itself, it's like our old friend Henry Hill once said, "As far as Jimmy was concerned, with Tommy being made...It was like we were all being made. We would now have one of our own as a member."

Or even a turkey farm.

[Blueskies]

Maybe it is just the way he sings, but he still sounds like an SP knockoff to me. Everyone has different taste, and to those who like him I say enjoy, but I just don't feel any emotion in the songs from him at all.

Well then, lets both go to a Journey concert when they tour, and I'll bring a big bag of tomatoes and we can both bounce them off of Frig and Fro's heads. How about that? That way if you don't like the music, you can still have some fun.

Sounds good to me! I almost hope they don't hire this guy....either they'll tire of him within a few months and toss him or his voice will give out from touring (and it will: look at their track record with vocalists). I wouldn't wish a lead singer gig for Journey on my worst enemy.

They may toss him but I doubt it will be from his voice tiring out, he's been singing the catalog for years and doesnt have to strain to do it.

I'll bet if he has to sing for Journey it will. Don't all of their past vocalists have histories with throat or vocal cord trouble? It's from the strain....these songs are hard to sing and a male singer has to have a slightly high register to hit alot of the notes in their songs. Even a seasoned vet like Jeremey could have trouble. I'm sure the guy takes care of his voice, hell, it's his bread and butter, but it's just an observation.

Hey, Do Da, what do you think he HAS been singing ?

What "he has" been singing really isn't important though because he's only been doing it about 3 or 4 times a month. What IS important is that the catalog songs are in his natural range. Something you can't say about the 2 singers that have sung since Perry. Not a slight against either, just a coincidence that Jeremey and Perry share some natural range.

Yes, I think I made that reference in my previous post when I said he doesnt have to strain to do it, but thanks for clarifying the meaning for the DoDa's!

[Greg]

Guys, whether or not I get the Journey gig, I will always remember the years I spent here on this forum, and the friends that I made, and the detractors that I had. Whether it is a tribute band singer, Gap maintenance manager, or a vocal swiss army knife, everyone has to come from somewhere. My understanding is that Journey wants to get on the road and recapture some of that sound that helped make the hits what they were. Judge me by grainy video, by my backup band (who are damned fine at what they do), or the age old, tired "he sounds like he's trying to sound like Perry )....in the end it will always be about the music. If they go with a guy who knows the songs inside and out, and has conditioned his voice by singing the material every weekend for 5 years for 3 hours at a time, to most I would think would be a good thing, but then again, there'll always be a fickle minority in any population. Regardless, just keep in mind that I'm one of you. I got a house payment, a 9to5, and a baby on the way. There's no fame or fortune that separates me from any one of you, so if this opportunity presents itself, it's like our old friend Henry Hill once said, "As far as Jimmy was concerned, with Tommy being made...It was like we were all being made. We would now have one of our own as a member."

You're a good guy Jeremey! And your band members are really good guys too. I've had a chance to hang out with them after one of the Frontiers concerts, and all of you guys speak highly of each other. In the end, it's all about the music and I believe no matter what has been said on this board, you'll have the support of the majority...especially after they have seen you with the band (of course that is assuming you do get the gig.) Just also remember, that IF you do get in Journey, tell them that Roanoke, VA is a great place to have a show!

[Lora]

in the end it will always be about the music. If they go with a guy who knows the songs inside and out, and has conditioned his voice by singing the material every weekend for 5 years for 3 hours at a time, to most I would think would be a good thing, but then again, there'll always be a fickle minority in any population.

For me, it is not just about the music. It is about whether or not the singer/musician reaches me. Moves me. Makes me feel. When I listen to Steve Perry's voice, it literally alters my brain chemestry and takes me to that place. I can listen to someone else sing the very same song, the very same notes and.....nothing. Journey seems to want to play to people who don't know or care who is singing as long as they get close to the original sound. They will probably do just fine. But don't catagorize those who aren't going along for the ride as "fickle." I know my own heart and will follow it as you must follow yours.