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Jeff Scott Soto |
NAME:
Jeff Scott Soto
CONTRIBUTION TO JOURNEY:
Lead vocal
YEARS WITH JOURNEY:
2006-7
MISCELLANEOUS NOTES:
Jeff Scott replaced Journey's longtime frontman, Steve Augeri, in 2006 following Steve's decision to resign in favor of a solo career.
REVIEWS:
"Right off the bat, Journey's new lead singer is fantastic. Jeff Scott Soto is a supremely talented vocalist who handled with ease the many sky-high notes and the mile-long range in Journey's repertoire. Steve Perry fans have never gotten over the original lead singer's departure from the band, but I'm here to tell you this guy rocks the role. And yes, if you close your eyes he sounds just like Perry, but -- dare I say it? -- maybe even more passionate and full of verve. Hits such as 'I'll Be Alright Without You' and 'Wheel in the Sky' showcased his mighty voice." --Lorilee Craker, Grand Rapids Press
"The one-time Yngwie Malmsteen vocalist channeled (Steve) Perry flawlessly, nailing all the high notes and then some.Soto's got it going on." --Christopher John Treacy, Boston Herald
"Could Soto cut it? Yes. And then some. His vocals and stage presence were impressive." --Dave Ferman, Ft. Worth Star-Telegram
"Soto is a really strong vocalist, so instead of struggling to emulate (Steve) Perry's laser-beam vibrato, he can get away with a style that mixes grainy power with effortless key changes." --Johnny Loftus, Metro Times Detroit
Last Updated 07 December, 2007 (DHG)
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