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Arnel Pineda

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Journey's Back! Legendary band found new lead singer Arnel Pineda 7,000 miles away. They sound like their 1980's hayday. Magic's back with new lead singer - Arnel Pineda. Neal found Arnel Pineda in YouTube video singing with a band called "The Zoo" in the Philippines. Singing bands like Sting, Led Zeppelin, and when he did Journey it was a "Revelation"! Neil picked up the phone immediately and called keyboard player Jonathan to check out the YouTube website. Neal called Arnel Pineda and ask to audition in the United States and Arnel Pineda is born - Revelation.
At age 13, Arnel's mother died with a long illness and left the family bancrupt. Arnel Pineda ended up homeless and sleeping in a Manila Park, collecting scrap metal to get enough money to eat. For 3 days he had a pocket of biskit with him to keep in his pocket to keep warm and in 3 days that will be his food. Until a later age, he hit a break singing in Hong Kong and now with legendary band - Journey. Revelation Album out now with 11 new songs and 11 re-recorded classics plus a live DVD concert in Las Vegas. Arnel Pineda appreciate and thank everyone for their long support for Journey!
Upcoming Shows
Updated JOURNEY Tour Dates are NOW in!May 23, 2009 - SACRAMENTO , CA - Raleys Field ----- 9:00 pmJune 06, 2009 - , Sweden - Sweden Rock FestivalJune 08, 2009 - Oslo, Norway - SentrumJune 12, 2009 - Dublin, Ireland - O2 Arena FestivalJune 14, 2009 - Donington, UK - Download FestivalJune 16, 2009 - Paris, France - BataclanJune 17, 2009 - Amsterdam, Holland - Heineken Music HallJune 19, 2009 - Bilbao, Spain - Kobetasonik FestivalJune 21, 2009 - Zurich, Switzerland - VolkhausJune 22, 2009 - Munich, Germany - Tollwood FestivalJune 24, 2009 - Hamburg, Germany - StadtparkJune 26, 2009 - Balingen, Germany - Bang Your HeadJune 27, 2009 - Belgium - GraspopJuly 18, 2009 - Cadott, WI - Chippewa Valley Rock FestivalJuly 23, 2009 - Paso Robles, CA - California Mid-State FairAugust 16, 2009 - Indianapolis, IN - Indiana State FairAugust 21, 2009 - Louisville, KY - State Fair - Freedom HallAugust 23, 2009 - Des Moines, IA - State Fair - GrandstandFrontiers Records is proud to present the new chapter in the legendary career of multi-Platinum US rockers Journey - Neal Schon (guitar), Jonathan Cain (keyboards), Ross Valory (bass), Deen Castronovo (drums) and Arnel Pineda (vocals) – entitled “Revelation”.The brand new record will come in a beautifully packaged two cd set which will include 11 new songs and 11 re-recorded classics and will be released in Europe on Frontiers Records on June 6th 2008.“Revelation” is the first Journey album to feature the angelic voice of Philipino singer Arnel Pineda. Guitarist Neal Schon says about him “We feel reborn. I think there’s a lot of chemistry between the five of us. The new stuff sounds tremendous. Everyone’s so stoked about it. We feel very fortunate to have found Arnel”.“Arnel brings a soulful and passionate voice to Journey”, continues keyboardist Jonathan Cain. “His personality is very well-suited to our music. He’s a sincere, authentic person with a great smile and a big heart. I think fans are really going to love him. With Arnel’s soaring tenor, Journey returns to our heritage sound.”The first album with lead vocalist Arnel Pineda, “Revelation” is Journey running on no less than twelve cylinders, a fine-tuned offering that sounds every bit like a band hitting their stride. Schon and Cain penned all 11 of the new tracks on “Revelation”. There is no lack of chemistry in Journey, beginning with the songwriting core of Schon and Cain. “I felt strongly about moving forward and writing new material. It was time,” Schon states. Schon then put the call into Cain and started the song writing process which has now become the album, “Revelation”. “There’s an innate trust and respect for what we each do as we weave our way through this music,” says Cain. Schon adds, “In the alphabet, I might be a Z and Jonathan the A, that’s just how opposite we are musically sometimes. I write mostly rock and Jonathan writes most of the ballads, but when you combine the chemistry of us together, you’ll find that it is the nucleus and sound of what is and has been Journey. And now, with the right voice in place, we have all the right ingredients.”"Never Walk Away” kicks “Revelation” off with the resilient air and upbeat optimism fans have come to expect from Journey, a melody-soaked and guitar-driven anthem sure to ignite the live circuit just as it lights up the new release. The heartwarming sentiment offered by “Like a Sunshower” gives a more poetic and reflective look at relationships. It’s an uncharacteristic ballad from the more hard rock-inclined Schon. There’s even an instrumental, “The Journey (Revelation)”, at the request of producer Kevin Shirley, who returns to the fold after working with the band on “Trial By Fire” (1996) and “Arrival” (2000), the band’s first instrumental since “Departure” (1980) and “Evolution” (1979). “This is a special song for me”, Schon says of the sprawling track, “it was extremely gratifying to express myself on my instrument in this way”. This is a great performance from everyone in the band and truly a majestic track.But every member of Journey shines on the whole of “Revelation”. Lead singer Arnel Pineda does plenty of head turning of his own throughout the new recordings, as well as the 11 classic hits that the band re-recorded. Jonathan Cain’s keyboards elevate “After All These Years” to new emotional heights. “What I Needed” is a power ballad, driven by heavy guitars, reminiscent of the early Journey that so many bands have modeled themselves after. Deen Castronovo drums up a frenzy during the hard-driving rock song, “Wildest Dream.” The talented Castronovo also sings most of the high harmonies heard throughout the album, proving that not only is he an amazing drummer, but he’s a dynamic vocalist as well. Schon’s smoking guitars rip through this track with a cool, eastern flavor. Bassist Ross Valory is steady throughout, a stabilizing force through the albums more driven highs and heartfelt lows.Frontiers Records President Serafino Perugino comments: “Working again with Journey is more than an honour for us. I wish to thank all the parties that worked hard to make this release happen, including Gabe Reed Esq, Azoff Management and the band for the continued trust in our job”.“Revelation” tracklisting will include the following songs: Cd1: Never Walk Away; Like A Sunshower; Change For The Better; Wildest Dream; Faith In The Heartland; After All These Years; Where Did I Lose Your Love; What I Needed; What It Takes To Win; Turn Down The World Tonight; The Journey (Revelation).Cd2: Only The Young; Don't Stop Believin'; Wheel In The Sky; Faithfully; Any Way You Want It; Who's Crying Now; Separate Ways (Worlds Apart); Lights; Open Arms; Be Good To Yourself; Stone In Love.
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Member Since: 6/1/2008
Band Website: JourneyMusic.com
Band Members: Journey Current Lineup:
Guitars- Neal Schon
Keyboards- Jonathan Cain
Bass- Ross Valory
Drums- Deen Castronovo
Vocals - Arnel Pineda

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Influences: Journey!

Guitars- Neal Schon
Keyboards- Jonathan Cain
Bass- Ross Valory
Drums- Deen Castronovo
Vocals - Arnel Pineda
Sounds Like:Arnel Pineda Foundation: Lead of Journey - feeding the homeless

Record Label: Frontiers Records
Type of Label: Major

My Blog

Updated JOURNEY Tour Dates are now in!

Updated JOURNEY Tour Dates are in!  ..May 23, 2009 - SACRAMENTO , CA - Raleys Field ----- 9:00 pmJune 06, 2009 - , Sweden - Sweden Rock FestivalJune 08, 2009 - Oslo, Norway - SentrumJune 12, 2009 - Du...
Posted by on Fri, 03 Apr 2009 21:17:00 GMT

Journey Tour Dates Are In...More To Follow

JOURNEY TOUR DATES ARE IN...MORE TO FOLLOW  ..Tokyo, Japan - March 9th, 2009Nagoya, Japan - March 10th, 2009Osaka, Japan - March 11th, 2009Manila, Philippines - March 14th, 2009 Macau, China - March 2...
Posted by on Tue, 17 Feb 2009 19:08:00 GMT

Check out this video: Arnel Pineda Foundation: Lead of Journey - feeding the homeless

Check out this video: Arnel Pineda Foundation: Lead of Journey - feeding the homeless
Posted by on Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:46:00 GMT

Arnel Pineda Foundation

Arnel Pineda Foundation Feeding Program thru Jollibee for 600 children in QuiapoJanuary 6, 2009 A Mission of Hope.A Call to Give.A Promise to Love.To provide essential needs that every child deserves ...
Posted by on Fri, 06 Feb 2009 21:28:00 GMT

American rock sensation JOURNEY will help kick off Super Bowl XLIII

American rock sensation JOURNEY will help kick off Super Bowl XLIII as part of the pregame festivities adjacent to Raymond James Stadium during the Super Bowl XLIII celebration in Tampa Bay on Sunday,...
Posted by on Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:54:00 GMT

Birthday Greetings!

Thank you everyone for all the wonderful comments and support! Your comments and inspirational words are awesome. I am so blessed to be with Journey... I would like to thank everyone who passed by and...
Posted by on Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:10:00 GMT

Turn Down the World Tonight Lyrics

TURN DOWN THE WORLD TONIGHT Caught up in the livin getting through each day when all your tomorrows become faded yesterdays....are you slippin away. Blinded by schedules....rushing here and there beco...
Posted by on Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:21:00 GMT

Women’s Journey Revelation Short Sleeve T-Shirt

Women's Journey Revelation Short Sleeve T-Shirt   This fun and trendy Journey Short Sleeve T-shirt with a scoop neck exhibits the Revelation Scarab in a full sleeve pattern on each side with fl...
Posted by on Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:19:00 GMT

It’s here! Journey, Heart* and Cheap Trick* - the tour of the summer starts Wednesday July 9th!

It's here! Journey, Heart* and Cheap Trick* - the tour of the summer starts Wednesday July 9th! VIP Ticket Packages, including great seats, Journey meet & greet, photo ops and autographs, gifts, ...
Posted by on Thu, 10 Jul 2008 23:29:00 GMT

Bid4aCure Raises Over One Million Lindens to Benefit Diabetes

In Second Life® on Journey's Sim charity events raised over 1 million Linden" dollars!! Organizer Jocelyn Sands and the Bid4aCure Team comprised of: Adrian Harbinger, Arcadian Vanalten, Argus Colling...
Posted by on Mon, 07 Jul 2008 23:20:00 GMT