Journey (band)
American rock band renowned for fusion of progressive rock, jazz, and pop, achieving massive commercial success in the 1980s.
Formed in San Francisco by ex-Santana members Neal Schon and Gregg Rolie. Released multi-platinum albums 'Escape' (1981) and 'Frontiers' (1983). Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017. Over 100 million records sold worldwide.
- Original name was 'Golden Gate Rhythm Section' before renaming to Journey in 1973.
- Lead singer Steve Perry (1977-1998) defined their signature sound but quit abruptly due to burnout and hip injury; later severed ties after a 2021 lawsuit over band name usage.
- Discovered current vocalist Arnel Pineda in 2007 via YouTube covers of Journey songs after exhaustive global search.
- Keyboardist Jonathan Cain wrote 'Don't Stop Believin'' with Perry; the song became a cultural phenomenon after featuring in 'The Sopranos' finale and 'Glee'.
- Drummer Steve Smith was fired mid-tour in 1998 via FedEx letter, causing decades-long estrangement before 2015 reunion.
