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THE JOURNEY ZONE
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POST OF THE DAY ARCHIVE
July, 2001
There was no Post of the Day for July 1-4.
lostinyou1
Originally posted on the Back Talk--General Chat page at the Official Journey Website
05 July, 2001
" '[World Gone Wild]' kicks ass! It's the most ROCKIN' song since 'Separate Ways'/'Edge of the Blade'. Neil goes off at the end! I've noticed in past 'edits' for radio, the 1st thing they delete is the guitar solo and this would ruin the song, at least for me. Last I heard, they were releasing 'With Your Love' as the next single. The ballads are more appealing to a cross-section of radio stations I guess. I personally think 'Lifetime of Dreams' would have been a better choice."
There was no Post of the Day for July 6.
Dream, After Dream
Originally posted on the Back Talk--Ask Journey page at the Official Journey Website
07 July, 2001
"After 16 years of avidly pursuing any music with your names attached to it, I finally got a chance to see your live show. You really hit a homerun here in Boston. Everyone was talking about it on the way to the exits. The combination of your musicality (is there anyone doing that as well as you gents right now?) and your enthusiasm are simply overwhelming. I haven't seen a show at the Tweeter Center like that in a long time. The crowd LOVED you.
"The new material is fantastic. If you do some dates at smaller venues to stretch out a bit, I'd love to hear more of the new album. I'm a longtime admirer of John Waite's work and you might have even made a Peter Frampton fan out of me as well. Great selection on your touring partners!"
There was no Post of the Day for July 8.
djlong
Originally posted on the Back Talk--Ask Journey page at the Official Journey Website
09 July, 2001
"Well, I went to the Hartford show --121 mile drive, longest I ever went to exclusively go to a concert.
I've come to a conclusion about music reviewers for most papers. These are people who really like music but, let's face it, can't seem to get a job either REALLY in the industry or anywhere else.
They see a group like Journey (Styx is another good example) and, quite frankly they pan the shows for one of two reasons:
1) They are bored with an older style of music.
2) They are jealous of the continued success of the musicians (especially if they don't like the style).
Without going into a huge rant, anyone who writes a review of, say, Eminem and uses anything complimentary should be immediately disqualified from reviewing anything outside that 'genre'.
I would certainly take the word of Journey fans over a newspaper reviewer. If I had heard on boards like these that Journey was putting on a disappointing show, then I would have been much more reticent to go.
The rave reviews I have read, I now feel were justified since going to the Hartford show on Saturday.
My opinion? Let these so-called reviewers fester in their petty jealousies. My only regret is that somebody might actually take them seriously."
Editor's Note: JRNYDV himself was at the Hartford show, where the JRNYDV license plate was often on camera (he being in the front row). Look for a complete review of the Hartford show, as well as the Holmdel, NJ show, in the days to come.
I'llBeAlrightWithJourney
Originally posted on the Back Talk--Dixie Highway page at the Official Journey Website
10 July, 2001
"I'm just sad that my Journey concert experience is over (for this tour, anyway). I just recently saw them 3 AMAZING times--Scranton, PA, Saratoga and Jones Beach, NY--and now it's like I don't know what to do with myself! I had been looking forward to the shows for soooooo long, and now my 'Party's Over'! I just want to know if anyone else is suffering/has suffered from this HORRIBLE post-concert depression? Any ideas on how to get through it?
Editor's Note: Hang in there Buddy, we feel your pain.
Rockstar_19
Originally posted on the Back Talk--General Chat page at the Official Journey Website
11 July, 2001
"I was always so afraid to even MENTION Journey pre-Perry....
"When I bought the Time boxed set and heard 'Of A Lifetime'--I sorta went 'WHOAAAA....what is THIS?!?!?!' hearing an entirely different side of Journey...and LOVING it!
"When I was in Manhattan that next spring, I bought Journey and Next. Coincidentally, I was just in New York City again last week, and I bought Look Into The Future. Although a lot of the album hasn't really got me hooked yet, I am ASTOUNDED by the title track. I think it's phenomenal. And, in true Journey fashion, the song appeared at a very timely moment in my life.
"I REALLY like the first Journey album...Next is still pretty good, with songs like 'Spaceman' and 'Here We Are'--ooh and 'Nickel & Dime'--but I have to admit I hate most of the lyrics on that album.
"I just wrote a review of Journey at epinions.com the other day--I had to vent! So if you want, you can hear a bit more of what I think about it. In about a week I'll do one for Look Into the Future--I haven't given it a fair enough chance yet."
A long time Journey Fan
Originally posted on the Official Unofficial Steve Augeri Website
12 July, 2001
"I just seen the new Journey in MI two nights ago and they were great if not better than the first time I seen them in 1987. Who cares what Steve is singing they both are great!! It was my little piece of heaven seeing them."
Editor's Note: Rock On....We all totally agree w/you!!!!
Brian Mc
Originally posted on the Back Talk--General Chat page at the Official Journey Website
13 July, 2001
"I am going to the Journey concert here in Cincinnati this Sunday evening. Since I got 'shut out' in the Fan Club ticket area, I bought two tickets from a local reseller...11 rows back, dead center...$125 apiece. After fees and taxes, it totalled $271. Then, since I could not procure any fan club backstage passes, I went looking...and I found two!! A friend at work WON passes from a local radio station but didnt really want them (gasp!), so I bought them for $30. That totals $301 for Sunday night's concert!! Am I nuts? Or just dedicated? Who cares, Im going and it's gonna be GREAT!! I hope the boys appreciate my effort!! Can't wait 'til Sunday night, baby!!"
Editor's Note: Hey Brian...thanks for the dedication....Have a great time...Journey On....
There was no Post of the Day for July 14.
aaron
Originally posted on the Back Talk--General Chat page at the Official Journey Website
15 July, 2001
"I just heard on Q95 today that lawn seats are 2 for 1 for this Tuesday night's show. I don't remember this being the case for any of the Journey shows last go around in this area. Does anyone know if this is a sign of poor attendance? How have the turnouts been for other shows?"
Editor's Note: Boy what a deal!!! Maybe there's alot going on in Indiana at this time...but "Good" for any Journey/Frampton/Waite fans....
Scott
Originally posted on the On the Road--Fan Reviews/Riverbend Ampitheatre, Cincinatti, Ohio page at the Official Journey Website
16 July, 2001
"ANOTHER ROCKIN' SHOW! This one topped Friday night's show in Columbus. Just when I think they can't top themselves, they end up doing it! Opening act, John Waite was really into his performance and sounded awesome! NEAL TORE THE ROOF OFF THE PLACE when he came onstage during John Waite's performance of 'Head First', the crowd went wild! Neal was goin' off on the guitar, and I'll never forget it--it was a cool moment. It brought back memories of the Bad English days for sure. Frampton rocked again also, but I think John Waite should have had the same amount of stage time as his set has been shorter. When Journey came on, you could feel the crowd's approval for sure. Steve Augeri is a class act, and he is showing everyone that the Journey has just begun! Neal was on fire the whole time, no wonder he has always been my favorite guitar player. Jonathan Cain was awesome on vocals on 'Feelin' That Way'/'Anytime'. Deen was tearin' it up as usual on the drums, and Ross Valory was being the Rock n' Roll clown whenever he could. Steve Augeri was a real trooper, since he hasn't been feeling well. He gives 110% every performance, and is one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. Once again, Journey showed the old fans, the new fans, and any doubters that they still have it. I said this earlier, I feel that the Journey has only just begun...you ain't seen nothin' yet!"
Editor's Note: Great review Scott...thanks.
LoriA
Originally posted on the Official Unofficial Steve Augeri Website
17 July, 2001
"Hi Steve and Lydia, I watched the show this morning and it ROCKED! I am so much more anxious for the Sacramento Concert. No matter what anyone else thinks or says, SA is the best thing that could have happened for Journey! If it wasn't for him, none of us would be here right now talking about the CBS show, the Arrival CD, or any concerts that we have recently been to or will be going to in the future. Thank you so much, Steve! Because of you, TRUE Journey fans are able to enjoy the music they have always loved. Lydia, I know that you and your son must be very proud! Can't wait to see you in Sac.!"
There was no Post of the Day for July 18-31.
Last Updated 27 December, 2003
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