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JOURNEY Announces 'Freedom Tour 2023' With Very Special Guest TOTO

One of the most legendary rock bands of all time, JOURNEY has announced the continuation of their highly successful tour with the 50th-anniversary celebration "Freedom Tour 2023" featuring very special guest TOTO . JOURNEY , diamond-selling Rock And Roll Hall Of Famers, will take the stage in 38 cities across North America with their catalog of global chart-topping hits, including "Don't Stop Believin'" , "Any Way You Want It" , "Faithfully" and "Lights" .

Presented by AEG Presents , JOURNEY "Freedom Tour 2023" begins February 4 in Allentown, Pennsylvania, making stops in Austin, Montreal, Memphis and more before wrapping April 25 at the brand new Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, California. The 2023 run includes rescheduled dates in Washington D.C., Hartford, Toronto and Quebec that were postponed earlier this year due to COVID-19.

JOURNEY features founder Neal Schon (lead guitarist), Jonathan Cain (keyboards, backing vocals), Arnel Pineda (lead vocals), Jason Derlatka (keyboards, vocals), Deen Castronovo (drums, vocals) and Todd Jensen (bass).

Says Schon : "We are all thankful and overwhelmed by the success of our JOURNEY 'Freedom Tour 2022' this year and have added a new run of dates for 2023. We are looking forward to hitting the road again with our very good friends TOTO ! Come join us for a special evening full of fun and rockin' good memories. See you soon, friends."

Cain adds: "Excited to perform for our fans as we tour next year with TOTO . The combined hits of both bands represent a couple of decades of excellence that have become a soundtrack for people's lives. The music of JOURNEY along with the music of TOTO is an example of 'certain music' during 'uncertain times'."

Very special guest TOTO , who have collectively streamed more than 3.3 billion plays on Spotify alone based on hits including "Rosanna" , "Africa" and "Hold The Line" , will join JOURNEY on all dates.

TOTO 's Steve Lukather shares: "'On behalf of myself and the band, we are very honored and excited to do this tour with our old and dear friends JOURNEY . Gonna be a great night of music, and as all the guys are lifelong friends... a blast off stage as well."

"Freedom Tour 2023" dates:

February 04 - Allentown, PA - PPL Center February 05 - Charlottesville, VA - John Paul Jones Arena February 08 - Savannah, GA - Enmarket Arena February 10 - Columbia, SC - Colonial Life Arena February 11 - Greensboro, NC - Greensboro Coliseum February 14 - Lexington, KY - Rupp Arena February 17 - Knoxville, TN - Thompson-Boling Arena February 19 - Bossier City, LA - Brookshire Grocery Arena February 22 - Austin, TX - Moody Center February 23 - Lafayette, LA - Cajundome February 26 - Jacksonville, FL - Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena March 01 - Washington, DC - Capital One Arena * March 03 - State College, PA - Bryce Jordan Center March 04 - Hartford, CT - XL Center * March 08 - Montreal, QC - Bell Centre March 09 - Quebec, QC - Videotron Centre * March 12 - Toronto, ON - Scotiabank Arena * March 13 - Ottawa, ON - Canadian Tire Centre March 16 - Buffalo, NY - KeyBank Center March 17 - Atlantic City, NJ - Boardwalk Hall March 20 - Champaign, IL - State Farm Center March 21 - Moline, IL - Vibrant Arena at The MARK March 24 - Sioux Falls, SD - Denny Sanford PREMIER Center March 25 - Lincoln, NE - Pinnacle Bank Arena March 28 - Des Moines, IA - Wells Fargo Arena March 31 - Tulsa, OK - BOK Center April 01 - Memphis, TN - FedExForum April 04 - San Antonio, TX - AT&T Center April 07 - Springfield, MO - Great Southern Bank Arena April 08 - Wichita, KS - INTRUST Bank Arena April 11 - Casper, WY - Ford Wyoming Center April 13 - Boise, ID - ExtraMile Arena April 14 - Spokane, WA - Spokane Arena April 17 - Eugene, OR - Matthew Knight Arena April 19 - Stockton, CA - Stockton Arena April 22 - Bakersfield, CA - Mechanics Bank Arena April 23 - Fresno, CA - SaveMart Center April 25 - Palm Springs, CA - Acrisure Arena

* Rescheduled date

JOURNEY and TOTO previously joined forces for an early 2022 U.S. arena tour.

JOURNEY is continuing to promote its latest album, "Freedom" , which was released in July via BMG . The LP debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Current Rock chart.

The members of JOURNEY celebrated the album's release by kicking off a residency featuring special symphony orchestra performances at the new, state-of-the-art Resorts World Casino in Las Vegas.

As JOURNEY 's legend continues to grow larger and their touring gets bigger, "Freedom" is the band’s first album of new material to be released in eleven years, since 2011's "Eclipse" , and in addition to Schon , along with longtime keyboard player and primary lyricist Cain and Pineda , one more member was recruited for the LP — bassist extraordinaire Randy Jackson , who had played on JOURNEY 's 1986 album "Raised On Radio" .

Inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2017, JOURNEY has 25 gold and platinum albums, with total sales adding up to over 100 million albums worldwide, earning the band two Diamond Awards with a third on the way for the "Frontiers" album. JOURNEY has also surpassed one billion streams on Spotify .

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Hugely successful stadium rock outfit, Journey have sold millions of records, after rising to prominence in the 70s and 80s, perhaps best known for their hit single, "Don't Stop Believing."

Journey began life in San Francisco, US, having formed in 1973, spending several years developing their sound and lineup over their early albums. Their initial offerings were moderately successful jazz-rock records, that frequently broke out into instrumental experimentations. The influence of musical prodigy and former Santana guitarist, Neal Schon, was certainly on display, backed by Ross Valory (bass), Aynsley Dunbar (drums) and George Tickner (guitar), although George left after one album. Former Santana member, Gregg Rolie (keyboards, vocals) joined shortly after.

Not finding mainstream success, Journey decided they needed to find a strong vocalist, employing Steve Perry for the role. His presence immediately had an effect, with 1978's "Infinity" selling a million records in just one year. "Evolution" and "Departure" continued this success yet it was with "Escape" that they had created a real hit, featuring three Top Ten singles, "Who's Crying Now," "Don't Stop Believing" and "Open Arms." Journey sold millions of copies of "Escape," topping the charts internationally. 1983's "Frontiers" also spawned a number of hits, with Perry then embarked upon a solo venture, achieving double-platinum sales with 1984's "Street Talk."

Perry returned to Journey for 1986's "Raised on Radio," however the band disbanded shortly after. Perry continued his solo recordings whilst Schon and Cain formed Bad English and created the hit single, "When I See You Smile." In 1996, the band reunited, releasing the widely successful "Trial By Fire," bolstered by the success of the single, "When You Love a Woman." Tours followed, although minus Perry, maintaining the band's popularity.

In 2005, Journey's success was recognized, after receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which was followed by the band embarking on a celebratory 30th anniversary tour. Struggling to find a vocalist who could front Journey, they trialled Jeff Scott Soto before finding Arnel Pineda, a Filipino vocalist who they had discovered on Youtube. He made his debut with the band on 2008's "Revelation," which proved Journey still had songwriting abilities, with the album going Platinum. In 2011, they celebrated their prog-rock roots, blending their early sounds with the arena rock style they had developed into at their peak for the album, "Eclipse" in 2011.

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I attended the Journey concert at the Minnesota State Fair on Labor Day 2014. It was supposed to rain that night, but the weather gods must also be Journey fans as it was a perfect evening for a concert. It is funny that a group with members in their 60s and the youngest member being Arnel Pineda at 46 had far more energy than the warm-up band with most members being in their 20s or 30s. I have been a Journey fan for a good 7 years now, and I discovered them by accident while browsing through records at a bookstore. As such, Journey to me means Steve Perry and the first time I saw them in concert last year was with Arnel Pineda and hearing him sing the songs that Perry largely wrote and performed was disorienting. I really enjoy the new album Eclipse, and it wasn’t hard for me to enjoy Pineda as these are his songs to sing and his voice is incredible. This year, I was more accustomed to Pineda and was determined to enjoy myself, and did I ever! The band has a great amount of energy and the crowd responded in kind, singing along to the songs and cheering like crazy. You’ll hear the classics for sure (Don’t Stop Believin’ was really special as the crowd really got loud when singing along to that) and that was really fun to hear, but there were some unexpected surprises as well. Firstly, it was nice to hear some of their new songs like "Ritual" from Eclipse and "Faith in the Heartland" from Generations, all the more so as the economy is not very good and many times the Midwest is considered flyover country by the coastal states. As good as Journey's classics are, I appreciated that they played their new songs too. Let's pray that "City of Hope" and "Tantra" will get stage time next year.

In an age where most “artists” can’t sing a lick without the aid of Autotune, every one of the band members can sing in addition to playing instruments. The drummer, Dean Castronovo (a newcomer to the band in 2001) sang the lead vocals for “Mother, Father” while playing drums at the same time. This song is very difficult as the key is very high and requires a great amount of power and range to express the powerful lyrics. He nailed it! I was not expecting the drummer to sing, but it was an unexpected surprise. Jonathan Cain is a very talented man, as he is not only a great piano player, but can play the guitar and provide vocals as well. He was very impressive singing “Anytime” and his piano portions in “Faithfully” were stunning as always. Ross Valory is the bass man, but can sing backing vocals as well.

Neil Schon is also amazing as his guitar work is legendary. From his “here comes the train” sequence in “Don’t Stop Belevin’” to his more intimate moments in “Who’s Crying Now” or “Open Arms”, he can also sing quite well and you are also treated to his rendition of the national anthem as well as a psychedelic guitar piece that has a bit of Indian sitar mixed in. It was really a trip, and shame on the people who were talking during these moments as they were great to listen to. Arnel Pineda is made for Journey. I must admit that I would love to hear Perry sing these songs, but that’s not going to happen and Pineda is the only other person I can think of that can fill Perry’s shoes. He has a tremendous amount of energy, range, and is very kind and humble and still looks amazed that he is leading a band like Journey. He was homeless for many years in his youth and spent a lifetime covering Journey songs and is now leading them. He appreciated how much the crowd got into the songs and promised to return to the Twin Cities. I’ll be there!

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The Journey show is Syracuse NY on August 28 was absolutely fantastic. I had seen them earlier this year and there was some minor sound issues. Not this time. The band hit the stage and rocked the house for about 90 minutes. Their sound was as crisp as their recordings. Neil was incredible as any fan would expect. Dean is a monster on the drums, Jonathan is just so smooth, Ross was as his usual entertaining the crowd with his facial Expressions and Arnel has certainly found a comfort zone and without question is a focal point of the band. When anyone goes to a Journey concert there are high expectations and this concert started fast paced and continued through the night. The band truly rocked the house. They went as far back playing anytime and La Do Da to current release Ritual. The stadium was close to sold out. When 'Don't Stop Believing' started you could hardly hear the back due to the crowd signing along. That's what should happen at one of their shows. The band also expressed their appreciation of the fans. They did not take the crowd for granted. All of the bands members thanked the fans for coming out and Arnel specifically thanked the fans numerous times. The band is not only rocking today like they did 35 years ago, they truly show that they still enjoy it. If you don't have tickets to an up coming show or if you have already seen one of their shows, you should get tickets NOW. This was my second show this year and I would travel again to see them. There was nothing to criticize the band for. They just Came out and nailed it. Great job. Now quit reading reviews and go find where you can enjoy the experience

Not going to lie, I went to a Journey, Steve Miller Band, Tower of Power concert somewhat dreading to see Journey. Like the rest of this world and probably a few more, I have that love hate relationship with Journey's mega hit, sing alongs, and was not too excited to be going to see them. But, a couple of my friends were going and concerts at Shoreline tend to be a good time, so I went along with it. Needless to say, how pleaseanty surprised I was to find myself up dancing and belting the lyrics to songs I had never heard before (you can be sure that when Don't Stop and Anyway You Want It came on I was the loudest one there).

All this coming from the kid who thought it was going to be a real snoozefest. I would categorize this concert as a show to see for the fun and the experience over the music itself. Unless, in some bizarre turn of events, you are in fact a Journey fan, in which case buy your tickets now and throw on that tour t-shirt from the last time they came to town. The lead singer, a short Filipino fellow who apparently they found on tour in South East Asia, will have you wondering if he has been in the band all along with his streaming energy and spot on voice. All in all, a good show to go see with friends. Make sure to get there early and get a good spot to set up shop!

I can't think of anyone who won't have heard the classic hit 'Don't Stop Believin'', and I must say, this was the only track that I was familiar with before seeing Journey live. It wasn't a gig that I had planned on going to, but the experience was just phenomenal. The energy of their performance was just out of this world, especially considering they've been performing for the last 40 years! Each member of the band took a solo which was a really cool moment to give everyone the credit that they deserved, and it was great to be able to applaud each member individually. Even if you don't know the back catalogue of their music, the great 80s vibe is perfect for dancing alone, and the catchy hooks have you singing along before too long, which is what I found myself doing! The balance of the band and vocals complimented eachother well, with neither overpowering the other, making for a great sound in the massive venue, which had great acoustics. Great vocals, band, performance, and tracks. Such a fun night, I would definitely go again, and can say from experience that it really doesn't matter whether you know the music well or not to have a blast!

Arnel Pineda is an amazing addition to Journey. His stage presence is fantastic and he really knows how to interact with the audience. During the first few songs it seemed his voice was drowned out by the music, but the remainder of the concert you could hear him better. The rest of the band is equally talented in each of their respective areas as witnessed by their solo performances. The entire show was fantastic. The only draw back was drunk people in the audience. There was a handicapped women sitting next to us who was unable to stand and the people in front of us refused to sit after multiple times of asking them. A fight started between another audience member due to their lack of consideration. The staff quickly interceded, but didn't have the couple sit down. I think the show should be enjoyed by everyone who purchases a ticket and not by the few who think they are having a private concert just for them. After all, the ticket you purchase is for the seat. You should sit in it, especially if it is interfering with other people's view. Unfortunately this experience overshadowed the otherwise fantastic concert.

I thought nothing could be more exciting than sneaking through a basement window of a university auditorium to see one of the premiere classic rock bands of all-time. It hadn't been 30 seconds after we figured out where there were two open seats when Journey opened their set with "Anyway You Want It" to the roar of the 3,000+ fans in attendance. Guitarist Neal Schon sealed the deal for me with his precise, piercing riffs as the band rocked the crowd with intense energy that the crowd responded to all night. The synchronized lighting system that rhythmically danced with the music for almost every beat contributed to those on the main floor dancing, singing and waving their arms for the entire show while even spectators like us on the risers couldn't help but be out of our seats grooving all night long. Journey is one of those bands that has such polished musically talent that they make the experience of attending a live concert unforgettable. Taking into account the hundreds of concerts I've attended - for pay - this Journey concert will go down in the books as one of the top three...even if it would not have been for free.

Wow, what a tour-de-force of Rock & Roll power...

The Journey, Doobies and Dave Mason show was better than I'd hoped or expected...

I'm a music TV producer and have friends who have played in all of these bands over the years so have seen each group a number of times. I'm loving these super-group mash-ups of recent years and this one did not disappoint me.

I do want to commend the sound crew for the "Journey" set because it was one of the most expert and satisfying live mixes and exhibited real genius in the EQ, and overall artistic treatment.

In recent years I've noticed ( to my disappointment ) more events with inept live sound due to the apparent lack of talent or concern amongst our live-sound mixing communities. Nothing can ruin a great performance easier than a slacker at the board and I'm very happy to report, Journey's sound crew are at the top of their game...

I attended my very first Journey concert last night. Journey with Steve Perry was the very first rock band I truly was enamored with. Sure, the others soon followed, like Def Leppard, Motley Crue, Whitesnake, Guns 'n Roses, Bon Jovi, just to name a few, but none really truly rivaled Journey.

I've always stayed faithful to Journey. The lyrics resonate, the music simply thrills. I'll forever equate "The Voice" with Journey, but I don't mind saying Arnel.... DAMN, you rock! (Neal, glad to see you can still hold your own ;) )

In short, if you are, or have ever been a Journey fan, they will not disappoint.

Saw them in Calgary in 2012 and Arnel had a flu and wasn't even close to top form and the rest of the band had to give him breaks because he was so sick. This time everyone was at their best and it was truly a great show. Very few vocalists sound as good live as they do in a studio, Arnel Pineda is one of them. Neal Schon's solo project wasn't a bad opener, but it didn't exactly get the audience excited either. Overall it was a spectacular show though, I'd see them again without question because of it.

This band just doesn't quit!! Have been going to see them since the70's and they are still o e of the best shows going these days. My daughter is now a big fan. The show last night in Louisville was as good as ever. These guys work hard and it shows in the quality of the show.

Now it's even more fun to watch knowing they are in the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame!!!

If they come anywhere around do not miss the show!! I came to this KY show from FL....

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Journey Announce Huge 2023 North American Tour With Toto

Journey and Toto had such a great time touring together in 2022, they're going to do it together again in 2023. The two legendary rock bands will share the stage on the continuation of Journey's 50th anniversary "Freedom Tour."

The new batch of dates start Feb. 4 in Allentown, Pa., keeping the bands on the road through the April 25 finale in Palm Springs, Calif. You can see all of the dates, cities and venues listed below. It should also be noted that a handful of shows are ones that have been rescheduled from earlier this year when the band had to postpone dates due to COVID-19.

Journey guitarist Neal Schon says, "We are all thankful and overwhelmed by the success of our Journey 'Freedom Tour 2022' this year and have added a new run of dates for 2023. We are looking forward to hitting the road again with our very good friends Toto! Come join us for a special evening full of fun and rockin' good memories. See you soon, friends."

Keyboardist Jonathan Cain adds, "Excited to perform for our fans as we tour next year with Toto. The combined hits of both bands represent a couple of decades of excellence that have become a soundtrack for people's lives. The music of Journey along with the music of Toto is an example of 'certain music' during 'uncertain times.'"

Meanwhile, Toto guitarist Steve Lukather chips in, "'On behalf of myself and the band, we are very honored and excited to do this tour with our old and dear friends Journey. Gonna be a great night of music, and as all the guys are lifelong friends... a blast off stage as well."

Tickets are expected to go on sale this Friday (Oct. 21) at 10AM local time. Stay tuned to each band's websites for additional ticketing info.

2023 Journey / Toto North American Tour Dates

Feb. 04 - Allentown, Pa. @ PPL Center Feb. 05 - Charlottesville, Va. @ John Paul Jones Arena Feb. 08 - Savannah, Ga. @ Enmarket Arena Feb. 10 - Columbia, S.C. @ Colonial Life Arena Feb. 11 - Greensboro, N.C. @ Greensboro Coliseum Feb. 14 - Lexington, Ky. @ Rupp Arena Feb. 17 - Knoxville, Tenn. @ Thompson-Boling Arena Feb. 19 - Bossier City, La. @ Brookshire Grocery Arena Feb. 22 - Austin, Texas @ Moody Center Feb. 23 - Lafayette, La. @ Cajundome Feb. 26 - Jacksonville, Fla. @ Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena March 01 - Washington, D.C. @ Capital One Arena * March 03 - State College, Pa. @ Bryce Jordan Center March 04 - Hartford, Ct. @ XL Center * March 08 - Montreal, Quebec @ Bell Centre March 09 - Quebec, Quebec @ Videotron Centre * March 12 - Toronto, Ontario @ Scotiabank Arena * March 13 - Ottawa, Ontario @ Canadian Tire Centre March 16 - Buffalo, N.Y. @ KeyBank Center March 17 - Atlantic City, N.J. @ Boardwalk Hall March 20 - Champaign, Ill. @ State Farm Center March 21 - Moline, Ill. @ Vibrant Arena at The MARK March 24 - Sioux Falls, S.D. @ Denny Sanford PREMIER Center March 25 - Lincoln, Neb. @ Pinnacle Bank Arena March 28 - Des Moines, Iowa @ Wells Fargo Arena March 31 - Tulsa, Okla. @ BOK Center April 01 - Memphis, Tenn. @ FedExForum April 04 - San Antonio, Texas @ AT&T Center April 07 - Springfield, Mo. @ Great Southern Bank Arena April 08 - Wichita, Kan. @ INTRUST Bank Arena April 11 - Casper, Wyo. @ Ford Wyoming Center April 13 - Boise, Idaho @ ExtraMile Arena April 14 - Spokane, Wash. @ Spokane Arena April 17 - Eugene, Ore. @ Matthew Knight Arena April 19 - Stockton, Calif. @ Stockton Arena April 22 - Bakersfield, Calif. @ Mechanics Bank Arena April 23 - Fresno, Calif. @ SaveMart Center April 25 - Palm Springs, Calif. @ Acrisure Arena

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Journey Announces 2022 ‘Freedom’ Tour With Billy Idol, Toto

Journey  will set out on a 40-city North American arena tour in 2022 featuring support from Billy Idol and  Toto . The tour is named for Journey’s forthcoming new album,  Freedom , the band’s first LP since 2011’s Eclipse , due to arrive in 2022.

Following a previously announced December 2021 Las Vegas residency at The Theater at Virgin Hotels —which wraps with a special symphonic performance on 12/18—Journey will link up with Billy Idol for the first leg of the  AEG -presented 2022 Freedom Tour , which stretches from February 22nd in Pittsburgh through April 5th in Los Angeles. From there, Journey will join forces with Toto for a run of shows beginning on April 7th in San Diego, CA and culminating on Wednesday, May 11th in Hartford, CT.

A Citi cardmember pre-sale will run from Tuesday, November 16th at 10 a.m. local time through Thursday, November 18th at 10 p.m. local time. For pre-sale details, head here .

Tickets for the Journey 2022  Freedom Tour featuring Billy Idol and Toto go on sale to the general public on Friday, November 19th at 10:00 a.m. local time here . The Philadelphia show on 2/23 is on sale now .

As an excited Neal Schon said in a statement, “It’s that time—time to get back to where we are used to being—on Stage! We are looking forward to shifting into high gear and bringing you the best show possible. The band is running on all 12 cylinders and very excited! Please come and join us once again for an evening full of rocking stage connection fun. See you soon Friends.”

Related: Joe Bonamassa & Journey’s Neal Schon Sit In At Each Other’s Las Vegas Shows [Photos/Video]

Added Billy Idol, “Touring next year with Journey is going to be great fun! An epic night you won’t want to miss. I’m excited to get back to so many wonderful cities and I’m bringing Steve Stevens and the rest of the Billy Idol band with me!”

Toto’s  Steve Lukather  echoed Idol’s sentiments. “On behalf of myself and the band,” he said, “We are very honored and excited to do this tour with our old and dear friends Journey. Gonna be a great night of music, and as all the guys are lifelong friends… a blast off stage as well.”

Click below to view a full list of Journey 2022  Freedom Tour dates. For more information, head over to the Journey website .

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Tuesday, February 22 | Pittsburgh, PA | PPG Paints Arena Wednesday, February 23 | Philadelphia, PA | Wells Fargo Center Friday, February 25 | Belmont Park, NY | UBS Arena Sunday, February 27 | Newark, NJ | Prudential Center Monday, February 28 | Boston, MA | TD Garden Wednesday, March 2 | Detroit, MI | Little Caesars Arena Saturday, March 5 | Quebec City, QC | Videotron Centre Monday, March 7 | Toronto, ON | Scotiabank Arena Tuesday, March 8 | Albany, NY | Times Union Center Saturday, March 12 | Milwaukee, WI | Fiserv Forum Monday, March 14 | St. Paul, MN | Xcel Energy Center Wednesday, March 16 | Kansas City, MO | T-Mobile Center Thursday, March 17 | Oklahoma City, OK | Paycom Center Saturday, March 19 | N. Little Rock, AR | Simmons Bank Arena Monday, March 21 | St. Louis, MO | Enterprise Center Thursday, March 24 | Salt Lake City, UT | Vivint Arena Sunday, March 27 | Portland, OR | Moda Center Monday, March 28 | Seattle, WA | Climate Pledge Arena Thursday, March 31 | San Francisco, CA | Chase Center Friday, April 1 | Sacramento, CA | Golden 1 Center Monday, April 4 | Anaheim, CA | Honda Center Tuesday, April 5 | Los Angeles, CA | STAPLES Center

Journey Freedom Tour with very special guest Toto

Thursday, April 7 | San Diego, CA | Pechanga Arena San Diego Saturday, April 9 | Glendale, AZ | Gila River Arena Monday, April 11 | Denver, CO | Ball Arena Wednesday, April 13 | Dallas, TX | American Airlines Center Friday, April 15 | New Orleans, LA | Smoothie King Center Wednesday, April 20 | Tampa, FL | Amalie Arena Thursday, April 21 | Orlando, FL | Amway Center Sunday, April 24 | Cincinnati, OH | Heritage Bank Center Monday, April 25 | Atlanta, GA | State Farm Arena Wednesday, April 27 | Nashville, TN | Bridgestone Arena Thursday, April 28 | Charlotte, NC | Spectrum Center Saturday, April 30 | Columbus, OH | Schottenstein Center Monday, May 2 | Rosemont, IL | Allstate Arena Wednesday, May 4 | Grand Rapids, MI | Van Andel Arena Thursday, May 5 | Indianapolis, IN | Gainbridge Fieldhouse Saturday, May 7 | Cleveland, OH | Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse Monday, May 9 | Washington, DC | Capital One Arena Wednesday, May 11 | Hartford, CT | XL Center

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Journey to celebrate 50th anniversary with 30 shows in 2024: See where they're headed

Journey is continuing the celebration of its five-decade career with a run of 2024 shows.

The 50 th Anniversary Freedom Tour kicks off Feb. 9 in Biloxi, Mississippi and will play 30 dates in North America through April 29 in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. local time on Sept. 29 via ticketmaster.com.

Toto, which supported Journey on their tour earlier this year to celebrate their "Freedom" album, will again join Journey founder, guitarist Neal Scho n, keyboardist Jonathan Cain, lead singer Arnel Pineda, keyboardist Jason Derlatka, drummer Deen Castronovo and bassist Todd Jensen as show openers.

Journey's tour finds the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers tearing through a set list of anthems including "Any Way You Want It," "Faithfully," "Be Good to Yourself" and, of course, "Don't Stop Believin'."

When "Freedom" arrived in July 2022, Schon told USA Today that the album title was originally tapped for the band's 1986 release, "Raised on Radio," but then-singer Steve Perry didn't like it, "so we sat on it for many years … when we were tossing around album titles said, why not just call the whole thing 'Freedom?' It's for the times right now."

Schon was also sanguine when reflecting on the band’s legacy.

"It’s quite an accomplishment and I’m very proud of what we’ve done and how we’ve gotten through emotional and personnel changes and survived," he said. "It’s pretty mind-boggling but also a lot of hard work."

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Group will be joined by Toto

One of the most legendary rock bands of all time, Journey, announces the continuation of their highly successful tour with the 50th Anniversary Celebration Freedom Tour 2023 featuring very special guest Toto on all dates. Journey, the Diamond-selling Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, will take the stage in 38 cities across North America with their catalog of global chart-topping hits, including “Don’t Stop Believin,” “Any Way You Want It,” “Faithfully,” “Lights” and more.

Presented by AEG Presents, Journey Freedom Tour 2023 begins February 4th in Allentown, PA – making stops in Austin, Montreal, Memphis and more – before wrapping April 25th at the brand new Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, CA. The 2023 run includes rescheduled dates in Washington DC, Hartford, Toronto and Quebec that were postponed earlier this year due to COVID.

“We are all thankful and overwhelmed by the success of our Journey Freedom Tour 2022 this year and have added a new run of dates for 2023, says Journey founder Neal Schon. “We are looking forward to hitting the road again with our very good friends Toto! Come join us for a special evening full of fun and rockin’ good memories. See you soon Friends.”

Toto’s Steve Lukather shares, “On behalf of myself and the band, we are very honored and excited to do this tour with our old and dear friends Journey. Gonna be a great night of music, and as all the guys are lifelong friends… a blast off stage as well.”

Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets for the US dates beginning Tuesday, October 18th at 10 am local time until Thursday, October 20th at 10 pm local time through Citi Entertainment, excluding Canada, Washington DC and Hartford shows. A limited number of exclusive VIP Packages are also available. These exceptional offers can include an amazing selection of reserved seated tickets, custom merchandise and much more.

Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, October 21st at 10 am local time via Ticketmaster and Journey’s website .

Journey features Schon on lead guitar, Jonathan Cain on keyboards and backing vocals, Arnel Pineda on lead vocals, Jason Derlatka on keyboards and vocals, Deen Castronovo on drums and vocals and Todd Jensen on bass.

Journey & Toto Freedom 2023 Tour Dates:

Feb 4 – Allentown, PA @ PPL Center Feb 5 – Charlottesville, VA @ John Paul Jones Arena Feb 8 – Savannah, GA @ Enmarket Arena Feb 10 – Columbia, SC @ Colonial Life Arena Feb 11 – Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum Feb 14 – Lexington, KY @ Rupp Arena Feb 17 – Knoxville, TN @ Thompson-Boling Arena Feb 19 – Bossier City, LA @ Brookshire Grocery Arena Feb 22 – Austin, TX @ Moody Center Feb 23 – Lafayette, LA @ Cajundome Feb 26 – Jacksonville, FL @ Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena Mar 1 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena Mar 3 – State College, PA @ Bryce Jordan Center Mar 4 – Hartford, CT @ XL Center Mar 8 – Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre Mar 9 – Quebec, QC @ Videotron Centre Mar 12 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena Mar 13 – Ottawa, ON @ Canadian Tire Centre Mar 16 – Buffalo, NY @ KeyBank Center Mar 17 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Boardwalk Hall Mar 20 – Champaign, IL @ State Farm Center Mar 21 – Moline, IL @ Vibrant Arena at The MARK Mar 24 – Sioux Falls, SD @ Denny Sanford PREMIER Center Mar 25 – Lincoln, NE @ Pinnacle Bank Arena Mar 28 – Des Moines, IA @ Wells Fargo Arena Mar 31 – Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center Apr 1 – Memphis, TN @ FedExForum Apr 4 – San Antonio, TX @ AT&T Center Apr 7 – Springfield, MO @ Great Southern Bank Arena Apr 8 – Wichita, KS @ INTRUST Bank Arena Apr 11 – Casper, WY @ Ford Wyoming Center Apr 13 – Boise, ID @ ExtraMile Arena Apr 14 – Spokane, WA @ Spokane Arena Apr 17 – Eugene, OR @ Matthew Knight Arena Apr 19 – Stockton, CA @ Stockton Arena Apr 22 – Bakersfield, CA @ Mechanics Bank Arena Apr 23 – Fresno, CA @ SaveMart Center Apr 25 – Palm Springs, CA @ Acrisure Arena

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Journey Frontman Arnel Pineda on the Band’s New Record, Dreams of a Steve Perry Reunion

By Andy Greene

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In early 2020, Journey frontman Arnel Pineda flew back to his native Manila after playing a corporate gig in Texas. He was gearing up for a big year in which Journey would cut their first new record since 2011’s Eclipse and play amphitheaters all over North America with the Pretenders.

The pandemic changed all that and he’s been in Manila ever since, but Journey still found a way to work remotely on the record. It’s their first full-length since parting ways with drummer Steve Smith and bassist Ross Valory. They were replaced by bassist Randy Jackson (who briefly toured and recorded with Journey in 1986–87) and drummer Narada Michael Walden, who’s doubling as the album’s producer.

We checked in with Pineda via Zoom to talk about his lockdown life in Manila, the in-progress Journey record, the upcoming biopic about his life, and why he still dreams about a Journey reunion with Steve Perry.

How are things going? Good. I arrived here in Manila last year just a week and a half before the lockdown began. I was lucky. Otherwise, I would have been stuck in America for six months before they let me back.

This must be the longest stretch of time you’ve been home since you joined Journey in 2007. Yeah. This is the longest. I like it because I got to spend a lot of time with family and the kids and more time with myself and my wife. There are other things I would rather do than tour, so I got the chance to be here. In a negative way, it’s quite bad. The survival here is a day-to-day deal. I’m the one that goes out a lot. I’m the one that goes to the market and the grocery to refill our food stocks.

You wonder if you have the virus every day. There’s a lot of paranoia going around. It’s like what is happening in America.

Do you miss playing live? Yeah. I especially miss the energy and the adrenaline of doing it. I’m delivering on the legacy that the Voice [Steve Perry] has left behind. Especially now that he formally passed the torch to me in 2017 [at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction], he made that known and he was very gracious. It was very kind of him. It was so generous of him to say that in public. It was really an honor.

What was it like to finally meet Steve after all these years? I posted on Instagram that I had waited 35 years for that. It was dreamy. I couldn’t believe I met him since he’s very reclusive and he avoids people. He didn’t want to get interviewed, at least until he released his new record [ Traces ] and then suddenly he was out there, going to radio stations and accepting interviews.

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I was really surprised that he agreed to meet me. It’s one of the most special things that happened in my life. He’s one of my heroes when it comes to singing. I remember back in the Eighties, I would sleep on the bus with my Walkman on in my ears as his voice sang all these favorite songs from Journey.

I really dug his new record. It was amazing. I’ve been teasing Jonathan [Cain] and Neal [Schon]. “Why don’t you invite Steve Perry over for a tour?” Oh, my God. I never saw them back in the Eighties. I was just a young kid in Manila, just playing around, with no chance of going to the States and seeing their show, but they were one of my favorite bands.

I’ve spoken to Steve a bunch of times in the past few years. We even talked just a few weeks ago. Oh, my God!

Judging by our talks, I’m extremely confident that he’s happy to leave the Journey baton with you. That’s even more pressure I’m getting, hearing this from you. At the same time, I’m truly honored. But I’m not losing [the hope] that one day he’ll join the band for two or three songs. It would be one of the highlights of my life if that happens.

It would almost be on the scale of Led Zeppelin or Pink Floyd re-forming at this point. My God. It would be the same thing for me with Led Zeppelin because I haven’t seen them either, or Pink Floyd. I wish they would be complete again. It’s like completing a circle, being back up onstage again.

Do you think this long break has been good for your singing voice? Has it given you time to rest the muscle? I think so. At the same time, I can’t help but sing four or five songs here every day. The problem with the voice is that it changes as you grow older. It’s like athletes. They reach their peak on their 30th birthday. As they approach 31 or 32, it starts to change. It’s the same with my voice. I just want to make sure I can be of use to the band until they decide to throw the towel in.

Those are hard songs to sing for any singer. You guys go out and do 60 straight concerts in the summer and you need to hit the high notes on “Faithfully” every single time. That would be hard for anyone at any age. We’ll do five or six shows a week. I’m just quite amazed with myself a little. Somehow I was able to take it for 13 years. Let’s see what’s going to happen in the coming days. We’re on to finishing the album. We finished six songs so far. There’s talk of going out somewhere first, maybe Las Vegas for a residency. We don’t know yet. We haven’t decided. Just to break the ice between the new members and us.

You have six songs totally done? Yeah. And maybe seven songs to go.

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Are these ballads? Rockers? For now, we’re doing the rocker songs first, not the ballads. I think the seven songs they’re working on, they’re working on something huge, like how you’ve known Journey doing ballads. It’s between [1981’s ] “Mother, Father” and [1978’s] “Winds of March.” We’re working on that song. We’ll see what happens. I’m waiting for them to send me the demos so that we can record it next week.

Working remotely like this must have been an adjustment. Normally, you’d be in the room together. I know. It’s quite hard right now. I have a few melody ideas that I’m into and want to share with them, but you can’t right now because of what is happening. I just have to listen to it and learn it. We use Zoom to record and I turn on my laptop and go into Logic Pro. They get ahold of it. If there’s something I want to change, I tell them. But it’s all pretty much done and I just record with them.

Are you doing the vocals on your laptop? Yeah. I’ll show you [ turns camera around and shows a microphone plugged into a computer in front of soundproofing foam ]. I share my computer, like mirroring. They can see what’s happening in my laptop. It allows them to hack it for a moment and then they can hear it. It happens in real time.

There’s no lag. I can hear that right now while we talk. It’s like you’re in the next room and you’re actually more than 8,000 miles away. Yeah. Thank God for the technology.

Do you think the album will come out this year? I think so. Neal thinks so. He can’t wait to release it before we do a full-on tour.

How do things sound different now that Randy Jackson and Narada Michael Walden are in the band? It’s somewhat like the sound back in the Eighties when Randy Jackson joined the band for the Raised on Radio album. It’s kind of like that, but it’s also more updated. Narada is producing my vocals and mentoring me on how to do it. He’s telling me to sing it this way and that way. It’s amazing. I’m learning a lot from Narada. It’s truly an honor and I appreciate him for doing so. It’s amazing.

Has the band even been in the same room yet? Have you met Randy and Narada in person? Right now, it’s just been virtual. It’s tough. I wanted to do it. I keep telling Neal, “If only I had been there, we would have done this in two months. Sorry it’s taking so long.” But with all these health protocols where you need to quarantine for two weeks, and then I come back and I’d be quarantined for another two weeks before I can join my family. It’s too much of a hassle, so we decided to do it this way even though Neal isn’t too happy about it. He wants it the old, classic way of making an album.

Moving on here, what’s the status of the movie about your life? It’s going to happen. I think they’re gonna start. Some people from Warner will start coming here. I think maybe with [ Crazy Rich Asians director] Jon Chu and [ Joker and The Fighter screenwriter] Scott Silver. They might come here to audition actors and actresses that will take part in my biopic.

Are you going to take them around town and show them the places you grew up? Yes. That’s the deal, of course. I want to show them where I grew up, where I was born, where everything happened before this whole magical thing.

Do you think the story will start in your childhood and show all your early bands and struggles and focus on the pre-Journey period? I think so, yeah. That’s the plan. I’ve spoken many times with Scott Silver. What’s interesting about my story is that I’ve survived two coup attempts here in the Philippines before I went to Hong Kong for 10 years. I don’t know he if plans to tell what happened to me in Hong Kong, but I had 10 years there. He might focus on my love story with my wife now.

I can see the grand finale in my head. It’ll be you walking onstage in Chile at your first Journey show. You’re nervous and they push you out and you burst into “Separate Ways.” Yeah. I was trying to back out five minutes before. I was like, “Neal, I cannot do this. This is not built for me.” They were like, “No. It’s too late. Get out there and do it.”

It was the turning point of your life. Everything is either before that moment or after that moment. You should tell Scott Silver about this idea. I’ve been implying it to him that we should end everything in Chile. And I remember when my wife decided to join me on tour in 2011. We were playing to a 30,000 crowd that night. I was telling my wife, “Remember Hard Rock Cafe when there were only three tables? Now it’s 30,000 people.” It was just unbelievable. It doesn’t get old to me. It’s still so surreal and bizarre.

I saw you at Citi Field with Fleetwood Mac and Madison Square Garden with Def Leppard. I could tell you were still having a blast. It’s still unbelievable. I’m just so blessed. I can’t thank them enough, especially Neal Schon. He was the one that was really sold that I am the one since 2007. But then again, I still think, “If only they could bring back Steve Perry.” You know what I mean?

I do, but if he came back, that would mean … I know, but I miss them so much together. Every now and then, I watch their videos together. It’s always them with Steve Perry that I watch. I mean, no offense to Adam Lambert. He’s an amazing performer and he has an amazing voice, but I still watch the old [Queen] ones with Freddie Mercury. That’s why when people say things like “No Perry, No Journey,” I understand it. Where I come from, we’re so influenced by Western music. We loved the originals, if you know what I mean.

His return would put you out of a job. That would be OK to me! I’m telling you. That’s how much I adore him and I adore Journey and how much I adore Steve Perry. Back in 2005, I resigned from my job in Hong Kong because I lost my voice due to acid reflux. I was telling my friends back then that my only regret was I lost my voice before I had the chance to sing side-by-side with Steve Perry. I was joking with them, but then a different situation happened. I just wish that one show with him … it would change my life forever. It’s been 30 years now and the band keeps changing my life in ways nobody would ever guess would happen.

Do you miss Ross Valory and Steve Smith now that they’re out of the band? I do, of course. We had a real bond that nobody can deny. [ Sighs ] When the first day came that Steve Smith went back, I could feel that he was trying to feel everything out and observe. When he got the good vibe again, we clicked. Four years with him was very special. And 11 years with Ross was amazing. I cannot ask for anything more. Those friendships I’ll take with me until the end of time.

The group has dealt with a lot of tensions and feuds during your time with them, but you always remain neutral and out of the fray. How do you do that? I try to stay away. It’s like, “Oh, the big boys are fighting.” I’d rather stick to my guns, which is just singing and delivering the legacy with them onstage. When we’re up onstage, I think everyone forgets their differences behind the scenes. That’s my happy place. When they’re having some petty quarrels, I try to stay away. I talk to everybody without having to talk about their differences.

Your White House visit caused a bit of controversy. Do you have any regrets about going there and meeting Trump? I do not. As a Filipino, I am such a big fan of the White House. It’s not about Trump. It’s not about who the president is. It’s the whole history of the White House. I was just amazed. When I went there, I looked at all the pictures of past presidents and how old everything was. And then the table where President Trump was seated was about 100 years old. Who wouldn’t want to see that? Who wouldn’t want to touch that?

His presidential guard was laughing at me because President Trump was talking to the other members [of the band] and I was just mesmerized by the table. I was like, “Wow! This is truly 100 years old?” I’m just a kid from Manila and I was in the White House for the first time, so no regrets. I guess I didn’t even have a chance to apologize to Neal. He must understand. I’m just a kid from Manila that wants to see the White House, in general.

What’s the status of your next solo record? I’m doing it right now. I’m just waiting on a couple of friends that are helping me finish it from the States. Because of the recent banning of some countries from coming in here, we got delayed. I’m expecting them to arrive here at the end of March instead of the end of January. Even my online streaming concert was moved to April 18th. It was supposed to happen in February. To those who want to get a ticket, it’ll be at sanrestreaming.com .

Back to the movie, do you think being on set and watching someone play a younger version of you will be a surreal experience? It will be weird, but it’ll be weirder if I am there portraying myself! [ Laughs ] I will not be able to stand there and look at myself. I don’t really listen to myself singing either. When the documentary Everyman’s Journey came out, I could barely watch it. The premier was in Tribeca. I was like, “Do I really have to watch this and see myself on the big screen?” I was cringing.

Do you think the actor in the movie will actually sing, or will you provide the vocals? I think I’m going to use my voice. Do you remember the Queen movie [ Bohemian Rhapsody ]? Marc Martel did the voice. I think I’m going to do that too.

I can’t wait. Crazy Rich Asians is a great movie. Jon Chu really knows what he’s doing. It’s unbelievable that he took notice of my life and my story and wants to make a movie out of it. It really humbled me.

They should film it in Manila and not somewhere else. It should look authentic. They definitely will. There’s so much to remember, I’m telling you. At one point in my life, I was really on drugs. It quite affected my memory. I need to recover all those things that happened to me when I was young. But I’ve recovered a lot of my childhood memories. Scott Silver is quite happy with what I was able to tell him.

I’m very hopeful that before 2021 ends, you’ll be back onstage with Journey. Me too. I can’t wait to see those smiling faces and that rolling-thunder sound of the audience. It’s quite an adrenaline [rush] when you experience that every night. That’s what keeps you going.

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Arnel Pineda

Who Is Arnel Pineda?

After a series of unfortunate events in his childhood, Arnel Pineda found success in Asia as the front man for the group The Zoo. In 2007, he was discovered by Journey guitarist Neal Schon, after a series of YouTube videos were posted of him covering American songs, including the famous hit, "Dont Stop Believin'." In December 2007, Pineda became the new lead singer of Journey. His is noted for having a strikingly similar sound to former Journey front man Steve Perry.

Troubled Childhood

Arnel Pineda was born on September 5, 1967, in Sampaloc, Manila, in the Philippines. Throughout his childhood, Pineda endured grave misfortune. When he was just 13 years old, his mother, who was 35 at the time, passed away after a long battle with heart disease. Her medical costs left the family in serious debt, and Pineda's father could no longer provide for Pineda and his three younger brothers, Russmon, Roderick and Joselito.

While relatives were able to take in his brothers, Pineda was left on his own. He spent the next few years homeless, often sleeping outside in public parks and scraping for any food or water that he could afford. When possible, he would stay at a friend's house, who offered him a cot outside. Eventually, Pineda was forced to quit school and take up odd jobs collecting scrap metal and bottles at the pier and selling newspapers to support his family.

Early Career

Pineda's love of music started at a young age. He began singing at just five years old, and had entered many singing contests as a child. In 1982, when he was 15, Pineda was introduced to a local band called Ijos, and was encouraged by his friends to try out as their new lead singer. He sang the Beatles' "Help" and Air Supply's "Making Love Out Of Nothing At All." Although they were concerned with his lack of training, Ijos members were wowed by Pineda's powerful voice, and took him on as the new front man of the band. One of the band member's friends even offered to pay Pineda's salary, 35 pesos a night, out of his own pocket, and Pineda was offered a tiny room to sleep under the guitarist's front stairs.

In 1986, some members of Ijos joined together to form the new pop-rock band Amo. The group found success covering songs by hit groups Heart, Queen and Journey. In 1988, they turned heads when they won the Philippines' leg of the Yamaha World Band Explosion Contest. Although they were disqualified in the finals due to a technicality, the event was broadcast on TV in Asia, widening their fanbase. The band continued performing at popular clubs and arenas around the Philippines.

In 1990, the members re-grouped yet again, under the new name Intensity Five, and re-entered the contest. The band came in as runner up and Pineda won the Best Vocalist Award. After a series of unfortunate health problems in the early '90s, including the brief loss of his voice, Pineda re-emerged in 1999 with a new solo album with Warner Brothers. The self-titled album had several hits in Asia.

After brief stints with a few different bands, Pineda found success again in 2006 with The Zoo, a band that he formed with Monet Cajipe, a guitarist/songwriter who had been in all his bands during over the previous 20 years. The Zoo performed at several popular clubs in the area and, in 2007, released an album by MCA Universal titled Zoology . Soon the band began covering songs by groups such as Journey, Survivor, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, The Eagles and more, with more than 200 performances uploaded to YouTube.

On June 28, 2007, Neal Schon, guitarist and member of the band Journey, saw a video of Pineda on YouTube and immediately contacted him. The band had been looking for a new lead singer, and Pineda's voice sounded strikingly similar to Steve Perry, Journey's legendary former front man. After speaking with Schon on the phone, Pineda made arrangements to fly to the United States and audition with the band in San Francisco. On December 5, 2007, Pineda was welcomed as the band's new lead singer.

Right away, Pineda went on tour with the band, performing two shows in Chile and two in Las Vegas. Both were a huge success. After a series of guest show appearances and magazine features, Pineda gained popularity within the American public. On June 3, 2008, the newly organized Journey released their first album, Revelation , which came in at No. 5 on the U.S. charts. The album was their highest charting album since Trial by Fire (with Steve Perry), and reached platinum status by October 2008.

Soon after the album's release, the band continued touring around the world with Pineda. The documentary, Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey , slated to be released in 2012, will chronicle the band's "Revelation Tour," and Pineda's first years with the band.

Personal Life

When he is not on tour, Pineda resides in the Philippines with his wife, Cherry, their children, Cherub and Thea. He has two other sons—Matthew, 19, and Angelo, 13—from past relationships.

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• Birth Year: 1967
• Birth date: September 5, 1967
• Birth City: Sampaloc, Manila
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• Astrological Sign: Virgo
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Schon and Cain are the two remaining members going back to the early 1980s when Journey was churning out hits like “Don’t Stop Believing,” “Any Way You Want It” and “Open Arms.” The two reflected on the band during a recent video interview, including on recent lawsuits, disputes and personnel changes, and regaining a level of popularity that has Journey back on the road.

But there were more issues to come – this time between Schon and Cain. Schon sent a cease-and-desist letter to Cain after Cain joined a sing-along of “Don’t Stop Believing” at a November 2022 event for former president Donald Trump. Cain’s wife, Paula, had worked as a spiritual advisor to Trump. Schon took offense to Cain’s performance, noting that Journey never was and never would be a political band.

Then last year, Schon and Cain traded lawsuits over a financial account for the group. The bandmates hashed out their differences without the courts, they said.

“All we really did was get fed up with the legal and having legals talk instead of us,” Schon said. “We talked for a couple of hours and we talked through it all. I think that’s what fixed everything.”

Now Schon and Cain are leading Journey (with Pineda, Castronovo and Jensen) on one of the band’s biggest touring years. Fans can expect to hear Journey’s biggest hits — the “Dirty Dozen” as the band has nicknamed them — with a handful of new or deeper cuts. This makes crafting set lists a challenge but it’s a problem many bands would welcome.

“We just have a massive catalog,” Cain said, “with so many great songs that we don’t get to.”

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday

Where: Scope, 201 E. Brambleton Ave., Norfolk

Tickets: Start at $49.50

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Journey Announces 2024 Tour Dates With Toto

Journey has announced dates for their 50th Anniversary Freedom Tour 2024 featuring special guest  Toto .

The trek will make its way through 30 North American cities, beginning Feb. 9 in Biloxi, Missouri, and ending April 29 in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

"We are looking forward to hitting the road again with our very good friends Toto," Journey guitarist Neal Schon said in a press release. "Come join us for a special evening full of fun and rockin' good memories. See you soon, friends."

Tickets and Dates for 2024

You can see a complete list of dates below. Tickets for all shows will be available starting Sept. 29, except Sioux City, which begins Oct. 5.

"We are thrilled to have been asked to join our dear friends Journey on the road again," Toto's  Steve Lukather  added. "We had such a blast the last couple of tours across North America together. Great success and so much fun. It is truly one big happy family, and it is a great night of music. Can't wait to see you all out there soon in 2024!"

READ MORE:  The Best Song From Every Journey Album

Journey and Toto Freedom Tour 2024 Feb. 9 - Biloxi, MS @ Mississippi Coast Coliseum Feb. 12 - Sunrise, FL @ Amerant Bank Arena Feb. 14 - Greenville, SC @ Bon Secours Wellness Arena Feb. 15 - Birmingham, AL @ Legacy Arena at the BJCC Feb. 17 - Raleigh, NC @ PNC Arena Feb. 18 - Baltimore, MD @ CFG Bank Arena Feb. 21 - Providence, RI @ Amica Mutual Pavilion Feb. 22 - Rochester, NY @ Blue Cross Arena Feb. 24 - Louisville, KY @ KFC Yum! Center Feb. 26 - Madison, WI @ Kohl Center Feb. 28 - Sioux City, IA @ Tyson Events Center Feb. 29 - Rapid City, SD @ The Monument March 2 - Grand Forks, ND @ Alerus Center March 4 - Winnipeg, MB @ Canada Life Centre March 7 - Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome March 9 - Edmonton, AB @ Rogers Place March 10 - Saskatoon, SK @ SaskTel Centre March 13 - Billings, MT @ First Interstate Arena at MetraPark March 15 - West Valley City, UT @ Maverik Center March 16 - Las Vegas, NV @ Michelob ULTRA Arena March 21 - Las Cruces, NM @ Pan American Center March 22 - Lubbock, TX @ United Supermarkets Arena April 15 - Omaha, NE @ CHI Health Center April 16 - Peoria, IL @ Peoria Civic Center Arena April 19 - Fort Wayne, IN @ Memorial Coliseum April 20 - Charleston, WV @ Charleston Coliseum April 23 - North Charleston, SC @ North Charleston Coliseum April 26 - Norfolk, VA @ Scope Arena April 27 - Wilkes Barre, PA @ Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza April 29 - Bridgeport, CT @ Total Mortgage Arena

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Rock royalty reunite: def leppard and journey announce 2024’s biggest summer stadium tour.

THE BANDS WILL BE JOINED IN VARIOUS CITIES BY ROCK LEGENDS:  STEVE MILLER BAND, HEART & CHEAP TRICK  

(December 7, 2023) – Two of rock's most iconic and influential bands, JOURNEY and DEF LEPPARD, have announced next summer’s hottest co-headlining stadium tour.  The bands will join forces to conquer stadium stages across North America in 2024. This legendary collaboration promises a musical journey like no other, igniting the hearts and souls of fans and delivering a night of unforgettable rock anthems. The 23-city tour kicks off on July 6 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO, while making stops at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN; SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, CA; Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL; JOURNEY’s hometown of San Francisco, CA at Oracle Park and more before wrapping up in Denver, CO at Coors Field on September 8. An all-star lineup of bands will vary by city to round out an evening of rock music with performances by: Steve Miller Band, Heart and Cheap Trick. Fans can check local markets for their lineup. The tour is presented by AEG Presents.

Registration for access to presale tickets opens on Thursday, December 7 at 10 AM ET / 7 AM PT.  Sign up at www.defleppardjourney2024.com . 

Citi is the official card of the tour and cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Wednesday, December 13 at 10 AM Local time through the Citi Entertainment program (for complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com ). 

General public onsale is Friday, December 15 at 10 AM Local time. 

DEF LEPPARD will offer a variety of VIP experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level.  VIP experiences vary but may include a premium seat, personal photo with the band, exclusive merchandise and more.  Check local tour listings for offerings.

A limited number of exclusive JOURNEY VIP packages will also be available. These exclusive offers can include an amazing selection of reserved seated tickets, custom merchandise and more.

Mark your calendars, the JOURNEY x DEF LEPPARD 2024 Stadium Tour will combine timeless classics and chart-topping hits, celebrating the enduring spirit of rock ‘n’ roll. From anthems that have stood the test of time to the latest and greatest hits, fans can expect a setlist that transcends generations, showcasing the unparalleled talent and mastery of both of these Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted bands.

Said Joe Elliott of DEF LEPPARD, "  DEF LEPPARD and JOURNEY will be reuniting and hitting the road together for the Summer Stadium Tour with Steve Miller, Cheap Trick & Heart on select shows, which makes for an amazing night of music ! Having just completed a sensational 18 month run promoting our Diamond Star Halos album, we shall hit the boards running with a brand-new stage show and set of songs that will celebrate specific parts of our history.  We may even have a surprise or two up our sleeves … so, wanna join us !??! … See you in the summer !” 

“We are thrilled to be back on the road in 2024 with so many good friends as part of this tour.  No matter which city you come to this will be an amazing night of music!” said JOURNEY. 

DEF LEPPARD released their critically and commercially acclaimed 12th studio album Diamond Star Halos in 2022, which charted all over the world including a top 5 and top 10 in both North America and the U.K. They followed that release with Drastic Symphonies in May 2023, featuring Def Leppard’s greatest produced tracks dramatically reimagined, via the band teaming with London’s iconic The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Abbey Road. The album spent 15 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Current Classical Chart.  In early 2023, the band scored a U.K. No 1 Netflix film with their cameo in acclaimed movie Bank Of Dave . The band also embarked on a sold-out stadium tour across North America with Mötley Crüe in 2022, selling over 1.3 million tickets. In 2023, the tour wowed audiences throughout Central and South America, U.S., Japan, Australia and Europe including a stop at the iconic Wembley Stadium in London. 

JOURNEY features founder Neal Schon (lead guitarist/backing vocals), Jonathan Cain (keyboards, backing vocals), Arnel Pineda (lead vocals), Deen Castronovo (drums, vocals), Jason Derlatka (keyboards, vocals) and Todd Jensen (bass). Neal Schon is a 3x Hall of Fame inductee, having been inducted to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Grammy Hall of Fame and Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Jon Cain is a recipient of two BMI songwriter awards and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of JOURNEY.  Most recently JOURNEY has been playing sold out arenas on their FREEDOM Tour and looks forward to summer-sized Stadium shows.

STADIUM TOUR 2024 DATES

DATE                           MARKET          VENUE                                    JOINED BY

July 06, 2024               St Louis, MO    Busch Stadium                        Cheap Trick

July 10, 2024               Orlando, FL     Camping World Stadium         Cheap Trick

July 13, 2024               Atlanta, GA      Truist Park                               Steve Miller Band

July 15, 2024               Chicago, IL      Wrigley Field                           Steve Miller Band

July 18, 2024               Detroit, MI        Comerica Park                         Steve Miller Band

July 20, 2024               Nashville, TN   Nissan Stadium                       Steve Miller Band

July 23, 2024               Philadelphia, PA Citizens Bank Park                  Steve Miller Band

July 25, 2024               Hershey, PA    Hersheypark Stadium              Steve Miller Band

July 27, 2024               Pittsburgh, PA PNC Park                                 Steve Miller Band

July 30, 2024               Cleveland, OH Progressive Field                    Heart

Aug 02, 2024                Toronto, ON     Rogers Centre                         Heart

Aug 05, 2024                Boston, MA     Fenway Park                            Heart**

Aug 07, 2024                Flushing, NY    Citi Field                                  Steve Miller Band

Aug 12, 2024                Arlington, TX   Globe Life Field                       Steve Miller Band

Aug 14, 2024                Houston, TX    Minute Maid Park                     Steve Miller Band

Aug 16, 2024                San Antonio, TX Alamodome                             Steve Miller Band

Aug 19, 2024                Minneapolis, MN Target Field                             Steve Miller Band

Aug 23, 2024                Phoenix, AZ     Chase Field                             Steve Miller Band

Aug 25, 2024                Los Angeles, CA SoFi Stadium                           Steve Miller Band

Aug 28, 2024                San Francisco, CA Oracle Park                           Steve Miller Band

Aug 30, 2024                San Diego, CA Petco Park                               Steve Miller Band

Sep 04, 2024                Seattle, WA      T-Mobile Park                          Cheap Trick

Sep 08, 2024                Denver, CO      Coors Field                              Cheap Trick

**Copromoted with Live Nation

ABOUT JOURNEY Since the group's formation in 1973, JOURNEY has earned 19 top 40 singles, 25 gold and platinum albums, and has sold over 100 million albums globally. Their "Greatest Hits" album is certified 15 times-platinum, making JOURNEY one of the few bands to ever have been diamond-certified, and their song "Don't Stop Believin'" has been streamed over one billion times alone.   JOURNEY was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2017, and 2018's co-headlining tour with DEF LEPPARD was the band's most successful tour to date, landing them in the Top 10 year-end touring chart with more than 1 million tickets sold, and earning them the prestigious Billboard "Legends Of Live" touring award. March 2019 saw the release of "Escape & Frontiers Live In Japan" , a live DVD/CD set from their concert at the Budokan in Tokyo featuring the band's first-ever performances of the albums "Escape" and "Frontiers" in their entirety. JOURNEY has also received a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame and were inducted into the Hollywood Bowl Hall Of Fame . Additionally, the band is the subject of the award-winning documentary "Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey" about the band's resurgence upon adding Arnel Pineda as lead singer after JOURNEY Founder, Neal Schon discovered the Philippines native on YouTube .

ABOUT DEF LEPPARD

With more than 110 million albums sold worldwide and two prestigious Diamond Awards in the U.S., 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame® inductees Def Leppard - Joe Elliott (vocals), Phil Collen (guitar), Rick Savage (bass), Vivian Campbell (guitar) and Rick Allen (drums) — continue to be one of the most important forces in rock music. Over the course of their career the band has produced a series of classic ground-breaking albums that set the bar for generations of music fans and artists alike. The group’s spectacular live shows and arsenal of hits have become synonymous with their name, leading Def Leppard to be heralded as the world’s greatest live rock band. Def Leppard’s influential career includes numerous hit singles and ground-breaking multi-platinum albums—including two of the best-selling albums of all time, Pyromania and Hysteria, capturing the group’s legendary tracks, bringing together classic Leppard hits such as “Rock of Ages”, Pour Some Sugar on Me” and “Foolin.”  For the first time, in January 2018 Def Leppard debuted their full recording catalog worldwide via streaming and download platforms. As they did with the original release of their records, Def Leppard dominated the worldwide charts again, which found their albums charting in the iTunes Top 10 in more than 30 countries, including Hysteria at #3 in the US, and #5 in the UK (36 years after the album had charted at No 1 in the Billboard charts).  Def Leppard also had the #1, #2 and #3 records on the US catalog albums chart. The band have gone on to amass a staggering 5.5 billion streams since 2018, reaching a younger 18-44 demographic that now represents 58% of their fanbase. Additionally, the band have garnered an impressive 15 million followers across their social media platforms. In May 2022, Def Leppard released their twelfth studio album Diamond Star Halos. The album debuted at #1 on the Apple and Amazon Music charts. The album also scored a Top 10 debut on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart, marking the band’s eighth Top 10 album of their career, and garnered a #1 debut on Billboard’s Hard Rock chart. Diamond Star Halos had numerous Top 10 chart entries globally including a Top 5 debut in the UK. This has been followed by their 13 th studio album “Drastic Symphonies” with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in 2023. The album charted at no 4 in the UK album charts – their highest UK chart entry in over 32 years. Following the close of their historic 2018 co-headline stadium and arena run in North America, Def Leppard sold more than 1,000,000 tickets, a massive feat in today’s touring world. Def Leppard & Mötley Crüe topped that number yet again with another sold out North American stadium run in 2022 selling over 1.3 million tickets. As always, the group continues pushing the boundaries with their electrifying live shows. 

ABOUT STEVE MILLER

Steve Miller has been a monumental presence on the American music scene for more than half a century. Miller’s Greatest Hits 1974-78 received the RIAA Diamond Award with sales of more than 15 million copies. It is among the 25 best-selling albums of all time. At the start of his career, Miller became a mainstay of the San Francisco music scene that upended American culture in the late 1960s. Beginning in the 1970s, Miller crafted a brand of pure pop that was polished, exciting, and irresistible — and that dominated radio in a way few artists have ever managed. Hit followed hit in what seemed like an endless flow: “The Joker,” “Take the Money and Run,” “Rock’n Me,” “Fly Like an Eagle,” “Jet Airliner,” and “Abracadabra,” among them. In recent years, Miller has fully immersed himself in the blues and its many byways. At the request of Wynton Marsalis, he is defining a blues pedagogy for Jazz at Lincoln Center where he has curated and headlined shows that explore the history of American music and the profound connections between the blues and jazz. He is also a member of the visiting committee of the Department of Musical Instruments at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This past September, the 2016 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and 2022 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee released J50: The Evolution of The Joker to mark the 50th anniversary of the release of multi-million seller, iconic album, and single “The Joker.” With each listen the beauty and immediacy of his work, at its most playful or most serious, is palpable. Whether he was riding the top of the charts or traveling the endless blue highways of American music, one can hear him playing and singing with conviction and precision, passion, and eloquence, and making music that is at once immediately accessible, thrillingly alive in the present, and more than able to stand the test of time.

ABOUT CHEAP TRICK

Cheap Trick, the iconic rock band hailing from Illinois, has been rocking stages and winning over fans with their timeless sound for over five decades. Known for their electrifying live performances, catchy melodies, and innovative songwriting, Cheap Trick has become a staple in rock music history. With hits like “I Want You to Want Me”, “Dream Police”, “The Flame”, and “Surrender,” this legendary band continues to inspire and entertain audiences with their signature blend of hard rock and power-pop sensibilities. Cheap Trick is part of the very fiber of American music, inspiring and delighting generations with their unique union of massive melodies and razorblade riffs, their own special brand of mischievous wit and maximum rock ‘n’ roll. The band was formed in1973 by guitarists Rick Nielsen, bassist Tom Petersson, and drummer Bun. E Carlos. One year later, Robin Zander joined the group. The current lineup consists of Nielsen, Petersson and Zander. Both Nielsen and Zander’s sons joining as guest members when the band tours. Cheap Trick released their self-titled debut album in 1977. Later that year, they found success in Japan with the release of their second album, In Color. They achieved mainstream popularity in the US in 1979 with the triple-platinum live album Budokan and a Top 10 single, a live recording of “I Want You to Want Me.” More success followed with the album Dream Police In 1979, which reached number 6ontheBillboard 200.Theband experienced another resurgence in late eighties when they topped US charts with power ballad “The Flame.” Cheap Trick maintain an almost constant touring schedule, having performed live more than 5,000 times since their formation. They have sold more than 20 million albums and built a dedicated cult following. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016, where the original four members performed.

ABOUT HEART

Heart, featuring Nancy Wilson, Ann Wilson, Ryan Waters, Ryan Wariner, Paul Moak, Tony Lucido, and Sean Lane, will perform a very special concert to close out 2023. In a career spanning over five decades, Heart has sold more than 35 million records and performed over 2,500 shows worldwide for millions. “Barracuda,” “Crazy On You,” and “Magic Man” are among the many songs that now reside in the pantheon of Rock’s greatest hits.

ABOUT AEG PRESENTS

Combining the power of the live event with a focus on true artist development, AEG Presents is a world leader in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across five continents, the company has an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community. Its tentpole festivals and multi-day music events — which include the iconic Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and the legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival alongside British Summer Time at Hyde Park, Stagecoach, Hangout Festival, Electric Forest, and Firefly — continue to set the bar for the live music experience. AEG Presents promotes global tours for artists such as The Rolling Stones, Ed Sheeran, Elton John, Taylor Swift, Celine Dion, Justin Bieber, Kenny Chesney, Paul McCartney, and Katy Perry, in addition to — through its network of clubs, theatres, arenas, stadiums and renowned partner brands such as The Bowery Presents, Concerts West, Frontier Touring, Goldenvoice, Madison House Presents, Marshall Arts, Messina Touring Group, PromoWest Productions, and Zero Mile Presents — creating and developing an unmatched infrastructure for artist development and audience reach. More information can be found at www.aegpresents.com. 

For the tour:  Kristen Foster [email protected] / Olivia Tavernier [email protected]   

For DEF LEPPARD:  Carleen Donovan / [email protected]

For Steve Miller Band/Cheap Trick:  Ken Weinstein / [email protected]

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Mandisa remembered. Fans, music industry, friends pay tribute to 47-year-old singer

Grammy-award winning musician and "American Idol" alum Mandisa was found dead at her Nashville home on Thursday.

The 47-year-old Christian singer dazzled audiences when she hit the stage of "American Idol" in 2005 and made it through to the final nine. From there she released her debut album, but dealt with pain from the loss of a beloved friend and having a personal crisis of faith. Her journey through heartache and depression to finding her faith again inspired many that were going through similar situations.

"Mandisa was a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing life’s challenges all around the world," was written on an Instagram post announcing Mandisa's death.

Since the news of her death, family, fans and friends in and out of the music industry, have paid tribute to the singer.

What happened to Mandisa?

On Friday, The Media Collective, Mandisa's rep, issued this statement confirming her death, but did not disclose how the songstress died.

"We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found in her home deceased. At this time we do not know the cause of death or any further details. We ask for your prayers for her family and close-knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time."

Mandisa's story and journey to 'Overcome' touched many

Mandisa crisis of faith was an inspiration not only for an album, but inspired others who were going though hardship. Fans shared their stories on the Instagram post announcing her death.

"I’m devastated 💔💔💔 Overcomer help me healed when I loss my daughter at 16. She gave hope even when she didn’t have any to give herself. Mandisa is truly one of God’s Devine. I hope she finally has the peace she struggled so long to find. We have truly really loss one of God’s truest and purest creatures… I love you now and forever on Mandisa. God speed on your journey to heaven….," wrote user keishacraftsmith.

Mourning her loss: TobyMac remembers Mandisa after Christian singer's death, 'I know her battle is over ...'

Other's shared how her music and writing helped them through some of the toughest times in their lives. Actress Candace Cameron Bure shared broken heart emojis under the post, while Christian rap artist Wande offered condolences.

Fellow Christian musician and friend Colton Dixon, shared memories of being on the road with Mendisa and Toby Mac.

"Mandisa is the sweetest, kindest soul that  @anniedixon__  and I have met on the road. After hearing she went to be with the Jesus last night I was reflecting this morning on the times we had together," Dixon wrote.

Singer and songwriter Matthew West paid tribute to his longtime friend and collaborator with lyrics from their song "Only the World", stating that they "hit differently" now that Mandisa was gone.

"I am so incredibly saddened to hear about the loss of my friend Mandisa. I will always cherish the memories of times we spent together hosting award shows, going on tour, and most of all helping her tell her story in the songwriting room," West also wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts also paid tribute to the late singer.

"My heart is heavy hearing about Mandisa. Incredibly blessed that she was there my first day back on ⁦ @GMA ⁩ following my long medical leave. Her beautiful music & spirit lifted me and countless others," Roberts wrote on X.

Fellow musician Don Moen provided a statement to The Tennessean, saying Mandisa was not only a powerhouse of a talent, but that she also possessed a genuinely kind spirit.

"We ministered together several times, she sang background vocals on my album 'Thank You Lord' and joined me on several tours," the statement read. "On one particular tour, notes kept appearing in everyone's bunk on the bus or in their instrument cases. These were encouraging messages like: 'You are blessed and highly favored,' or 'You're such a blessing on this tour.' Only at the end of the tour did we discover it had been Mandisa. Whether behind the scenes or center stage, her presence always brought joy and hope.

Where was Mandisa from?

Mandisa was born in California, but her home was in Tennessee.

She graduated Fisk University in Nashville in 2000 and was a member of the famed Fisk University Jubilee singers. She called Tennessee home after her graduation, through her "American Idol" tenure, a Grammy win, multiple albums and until her death on Thursday.

2024's highly anticipated El Paso-area concerts: Mon Laferte, Luis Miguel and ZZ Top

As the new year starts, it's fun to look ahead at what El Pasoans can expect regarding concerts in El Paso and the area.

Being a big Hispanic community, El Paso continues to draw many famous Mexican singers and performers for 2024, including Luis Miguel, who will have two nights at the Don Haskins Center, and Chayanne, who will perform in October in El Paso.

The iconic Spanish band Hombres G will also be touring in the U.S. this year to celebrate 40 years of music career and stopping in El Paso in July.

Chilean singer-songwriter and visual artist Mon Laferte, who recently released a new album, ‘Autopoiesis’, will kick off her tour in El Paso in May.

Here's a complete roundup of concerts to look forward to this year:

Iconic rock band Journey will perform at 7:30 p.m. March 21 at the Pan American Center in Las Cruces. Tickets ranging from $79 to $205, plus fees, available at Ticketmaster.com .

Los Angeles Azules

The Mexican musical group Los Angeles Azules will bring its El Amor de mi Vida USA Tour to El Paso with a performance at 8:30 p.m. April 5 at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets, ranging from $39 to $199, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com .

Alicia Villarreal

Latin singer Alicia Villarreal will bring her Donde Todo Comenzo Tour to El Paso with a show at 8 p.m. April 13 at the Abraham Chavez Theatre. Tickets, ranging from $39 to $179, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com

The popular band has rescheduled its concert to 8 p.m. April 20 at the Don Haskins Center. The original tickets will be honored. Tickets ranging from $49 to $149, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com .

ZZ Top coming to Sun City

American rock band ZZ Top will be returning to the Sun City with a performance April 22 at the Abraham Chavez Theatre. The band is on its Elevation Tour and will perform at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, ranging from $54 to $114, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com .

Luis Miguel to perform two nights in El Paso

Latin singer Luis Miguel will perform at 8 p.m. May 1 and 2 at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets ranging from $256 to $377, excluding fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com .

Latin singer Emmanuel will perform May 3 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets, ranging from $49 to $199, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com

Xavi, the corrido tumbados artist of the moment, is bringing his "Poco a Poco" Tour to El Paso. The singer will perform at 8 p.m. May 5 at the Plaza Theatre. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 9 via Ticketmaster.com. Pre-sale tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 8.

Tanya Tucker to come to El Paso

Country legend Tanya Tucker will bring her Sweet Western Sound Tour to the Sun City. Tucker will perform May 16, at the Plaza Theatre. The show will start at 8 p.m. Tickets are $40 to 130, plus fees, available at  Ticketmaster.com  and the Plaza Theatre Box Office.

Flans and Pandora back on tour

Pandora and Flans are on a Inesperado Tour 2024 and will perform at 8 p.m. May 18 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets, ranging from $44 to $192, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com

Mon Laferte to kick off tour in El Paso

Chilean singer-songwriter Mon Laferte will kick off her 2024 tour in El Paso with a show at 8 p.m. May 21 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets are $84, plus fees, available at the Coliseum Box Office and Ticketmaster.com

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony returning to El Paso

Rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony will perform at 7 p.m. Sept. 6, at Lowbrow Palace, 1006 Texas Ave. The Grammy Award-winning group is likely best known for the 1996 smash hit "Tha Crossroads." Tickets start at $92, plus fees, at  www.ticketsales.com

Caifanes and Cafe Tacuba are bringing their North America Tour 2024 to El Paso with a performance at 7 p.m. June 16 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets ranging from $54 to $114, plus fees, are available via Ticketmaster.com

The Spanish rock band Hombres G will bring its tour to El Paso with a performance at 8 p.m. July 13 at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets, ranging from $42 to $242, plus fees, available at Ticketmaster.com .

Grupo Firme to come to Don Haskins Center

Grupo Firme will bring its La Ultima Peda Tour to El Paso Saturday, Aug. 17, to the Don Haskins Center. The show will be at 8 p.m. Tickets, ranging from $62 to $392, plus fees, are available at  Ticketmaster.com .

Jelly Roll on Beautifully Broken Tour

Rapper and country singer Jelly Roll, well-known for his current hit, "Save Me," is bringing his "Beautifully Broken Tour" to El Paso. Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, will perform Sept. 9 at the Don Haskins Center. Also performing with him will be Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay. Tickets, ranging from $52 to $162, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com  and at the UTEP Box Office.

Ramon Ayala to perform at Coliseum

Ramon Ayala, one of the best-selling Norteño musicians, will perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 21, at the El Paso County Coliseum. He is on his El Principio De Un Final Tour. Tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 22, via  Ticketmaster.com . Presale starts Thursday, March 21.

Los Temerarios

The Mexican singers will bring their Hasta Siempre Tour to El Paso and perform at 8 p.m. on Sept. 26 at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets ranging from $59 to $249, plus fees, are available at Ticke t master.com.

Chayanne returns to El Paso

The charming Puerto Rican singer Chayanne returns to the Sun City with his Bailemos Otra Vez Tour concert Friday, Oct. 11, at the Don Haskins Center. The show will start at 8 p.m. Tickets, ranging from $71 to $201, plus fees, are available at  Ticketmaster.com .

Buying concert tickets:

The El Paso concert season offers a range of shows that can fit nearly every budget. Often, it's a better bargain to buy tickets directly from the venue to avoid ticket fees.

María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; [email protected]; @EPTMaria on Twitter.

2024's highly anticipated El Paso-area concerts: Mon Laferte, Luis Miguel and ZZ Top

As the new year starts, it's fun to look ahead at what El Pasoans can expect regarding concerts in El Paso and the area.

Being a big Hispanic community, El Paso continues to draw many famous Mexican singers and performers for 2024, including Luis Miguel, who will have two nights at the Don Haskins Center, and Chayanne, who will perform in October in El Paso.

The iconic Spanish band Hombres G will also be touring in the U.S. this year to celebrate 40 years of music career and stopping in El Paso in July.

Chilean singer-songwriter and visual artist Mon Laferte, who recently released a new album, ‘Autopoiesis’, will kick off her tour in El Paso in May.

Here's a complete roundup of concerts to look forward to this year:

Iconic rock band Journey will perform at 7:30 p.m. March 21 at the Pan American Center in Las Cruces. Tickets ranging from $79 to $205, plus fees, available at Ticketmaster.com .

Los Angeles Azules

The Mexican musical group Los Angeles Azules will bring its El Amor de mi Vida USA Tour to El Paso with a performance at 8:30 p.m. April 5 at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets, ranging from $39 to $199, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com .

Alicia Villarreal

Latin singer Alicia Villarreal will bring her Donde Todo Comenzo Tour to El Paso with a show at 8 p.m. April 13 at the Abraham Chavez Theatre. Tickets, ranging from $39 to $179, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com

The popular band has rescheduled its concert to 8 p.m. April 20 at the Don Haskins Center. The original tickets will be honored. Tickets ranging from $49 to $149, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com .

ZZ Top coming to Sun City

American rock band ZZ Top will be returning to the Sun City with a performance April 22 at the Abraham Chavez Theatre. The band is on its Elevation Tour and will perform at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, ranging from $54 to $114, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com .

Luis Miguel to perform two nights in El Paso

Latin singer Luis Miguel will perform at 8 p.m. May 1 and 2 at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets ranging from $256 to $377, excluding fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com .

Latin singer Emmanuel will perform May 3 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets, ranging from $49 to $199, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com

Xavi, the corrido tumbados artist of the moment, is bringing his "Poco a Poco" Tour to El Paso. The singer will perform at 8 p.m. May 5 at the Plaza Theatre. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 9 via Ticketmaster.com. Pre-sale tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 8.

Tanya Tucker to come to El Paso

Country legend Tanya Tucker will bring her Sweet Western Sound Tour to the Sun City. Tucker will perform May 16, at the Plaza Theatre. The show will start at 8 p.m. Tickets are $40 to 130, plus fees, available at  Ticketmaster.com  and the Plaza Theatre Box Office.

Flans and Pandora back on tour

Pandora and Flans are on a Inesperado Tour 2024 and will perform at 8 p.m. May 18 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets, ranging from $44 to $192, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com

Mon Laferte to kick off tour in El Paso

Chilean singer-songwriter Mon Laferte will kick off her 2024 tour in El Paso with a show at 8 p.m. May 21 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets are $84, plus fees, available at the Coliseum Box Office and Ticketmaster.com

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony returning to El Paso

Rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony will perform at 7 p.m. Sept. 6, at Lowbrow Palace, 1006 Texas Ave. The Grammy Award-winning group is likely best known for the 1996 smash hit "Tha Crossroads." Tickets start at $92, plus fees, at  www.ticketsales.com

Caifanes and Cafe Tacuba are bringing their North America Tour 2024 to El Paso with a performance at 7 p.m. June 16 at the El Paso County Coliseum. Tickets ranging from $54 to $114, plus fees, are available via Ticketmaster.com

The Spanish rock band Hombres G will bring its tour to El Paso with a performance at 8 p.m. July 13 at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets, ranging from $42 to $242, plus fees, available at Ticketmaster.com .

Grupo Firme to come to Don Haskins Center

Grupo Firme will bring its La Ultima Peda Tour to El Paso Saturday, Aug. 17, to the Don Haskins Center. The show will be at 8 p.m. Tickets, ranging from $62 to $392, plus fees, are available at  Ticketmaster.com .

Jelly Roll on Beautifully Broken Tour

Rapper and country singer Jelly Roll, well-known for his current hit, "Save Me," is bringing his "Beautifully Broken Tour" to El Paso. Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, will perform Sept. 9 at the Don Haskins Center. Also performing with him will be Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay. Tickets, ranging from $52 to $162, plus fees, are available at Ticketmaster.com  and at the UTEP Box Office.

Ramon Ayala to perform at Coliseum

Ramon Ayala, one of the best-selling Norteño musicians, will perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 21, at the El Paso County Coliseum. He is on his El Principio De Un Final Tour. Tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 22, via  Ticketmaster.com . Presale starts Thursday, March 21.

Los Temerarios

The Mexican singers will bring their Hasta Siempre Tour to El Paso and perform at 8 p.m. on Sept. 26 at the Don Haskins Center. Tickets ranging from $59 to $249, plus fees, are available at Ticke t master.com.

Chayanne returns to El Paso

The charming Puerto Rican singer Chayanne returns to the Sun City with his Bailemos Otra Vez Tour concert Friday, Oct. 11, at the Don Haskins Center. The show will start at 8 p.m. Tickets, ranging from $71 to $201, plus fees, are available at  Ticketmaster.com .

Buying concert tickets:

The El Paso concert season offers a range of shows that can fit nearly every budget. Often, it's a better bargain to buy tickets directly from the venue to avoid ticket fees.

María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; [email protected]; @EPTMaria on Twitter.

Judah & the Lion Announces 2024 ‘The Process Tour’

Featuring Special Guest Abe Parker

New album “the process” available may 10th, tickets available starting tuesday, april 23 with citi presale, general onsale begins friday, april 26 at 10am local on judahandthelion.com.

Today, Judah & the Lion announced their 2024 ‘The Process Tour’. Produced by Live Nation, the 17-city tour kicks off on October 4 at The Tulsa Theater in Tulsa making stops across the U.S. in Denver, Boston, Philadelphia and more before wrapping up in Nashville at Nashville Municipal Auditorium on October 26.

The band began releasing songs from The Process last year. The new material has racked up over 10 million combined global streams to date and earned spots on numerous playlists across all DSPs, including Spotify’s New Music Friday, Apple Music’s New Music Daily and Amazon Music’s Alternative Hits, with additional support from SiriusXM Alt Nation’s “Advanced Placement,” Pandora, YouTube, SoundCloud, Tidal, Audiomack and Deezer.  The band’s single, “Floating in the Night,” is at #36 at Alternative radio.  Listen to “Floating in the Night” HERE

TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with Citi presales (details below) beginning Tuesday, April 23. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, April 26 at 10am local time at JudahAndTheLion.com .

PRESALE: Citi is the official card of the ‘The Process Tour’. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, April 23 at 12pm ET local time until Thursday, April 25 at 10pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com .

THE PROCESS 2024 TOUR DATES:

Fri Oct 04 — Tulsa, OK — The Tulsa Theater

Sat Oct 05 — Kansas City, MO — Uptown Theater

Sun Oct 06 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse Omaha

Tue Oct 08 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union Event Center

Wed Oct 09 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium

Sat Oct 12 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave

Sun Oct 13 — Grand Rapids, MI — GLC Live at 20 Monroe

Tue Oct 15 — Columbus, OH — KEMBA Live!

Thu Oct 17 — Boston, MA — Citizens House of Blues

Fri Oct 18 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore Silver Spring

Sat Oct 19 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore Philadelphia

Sun Oct 20 — Raleigh, NC — The Red Hat Amphitheater

Weds Oct 23 – Charleston, NC – The Refinery

Thu Oct 24 — Birmingham, AL — Avondale Brewing Company

Fri Oct 25 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy

Sat Oct 26 — Nashville, TN — Nashville Municipal Auditorium

ABOUT JUDAH & THE LION

Since their 2012 debut EP, Judah & the Lion have garnered wide-spread acclaim for their genre-bending music, received platinum/gold certifications and have accumulated over 910 million career streams. Six of their hit singles have gone Top 15 on Alternative radio and the band won an iHeart Music Award for Best New Alt Rock Band of 2018.

Their forthcoming album, “The Process,” (coming Spring 2024) was inspired by singer Judah Akers personal life and struggles. In looking towards going into the studio, Akers realized that he needed to be honest to be able to write music again. Inspired by Kübler-Ross’ five stages of grief, the album became a song-cycle through the stages of grief through the lens of eventual forgiveness and hope. Having navigated “The Process,” both Akers and partner in crime, mandolinist, Brian Macdonald have emerged with a record that is buoyant, impassioned and emotionally connective. The band has a reinvigorated sense of purpose with its aim to create music that resonates deeply, believing in music’s power to connect people and make them feel less alone in life’s journey.

About Live Nation Entertainment

Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com .

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Judah & the Lion

Bobbie Gale | [email protected]

Nina Savio | [email protected]

Live Nation Concerts

Monique Sowinski | [email protected]

Navier Grimes | [email protected]

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