Neal Schon recently addressed criticism directed at his bandmate and Journey frontman, Arnel Pineda. Pineda had been the subject of disparaging remarks on various platforms, with some suggesting that “Journey with Pineda on lead was just ‘karaoke.'”
In response to a fan who came to Pineda’s defense and highlighted the frontman’s contributions to Journey, including original compositions, Schon offered a brief reply on Twitter: “[I] Ignored the ignorant remarks.”While there were earlier rumors of a feud between Schon and Pineda stemming from personal differences, it appears that they have resolved their issues. However, the intensity of the feud had become so pronounced that Journey fans found themselves divided into two camps, with speculation circulating that Pineda might depart the band after many years of collaboration with his bandmates.
Really tired of the “karaoke” remarks. Arnel has plenty of his own original material, AND has been featured on 3 Journey albums, material from which has been played on this tour. Singers leave bands, and bands move on. Why does Journey get singled out for the karaoke comments?
— Dan Koehler (@bigDanK1280) October 3, 2023
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Because you have once achieved popularity and so some just have to rain on your parade. Bitter envying? Sometimes.
Arnel was hired to revive the
Line up of Steve Perry. Stop complaining. Neal could have hired anybody but instead chose his instinct to hire Arnel. So why don’t you complain to Neal instead.
Ya, that’s true they should blame Neal Schon. But way back on 2007, Neal sat down and many times search on YouTube for a new Journey front man and that he found Arnel whom he thought will continue Journey’s legacy. If at fhat time Steve came back to the band I don’t think he could still reach those high notes he had before.
I agree that a voice is special and I liked that they extended the band. Arnel has extend the Journey franchise. We all go to sing with them. Be happy.!!!
Aloha ! I applaud you Neil, I am glad you were blessed enough to even find Arnel, brave enough to fly him in, take the time to allow him to rest and get his voice rested ti do what you heard him do on yourube…
This has allowed us to enjoy Journey for many years🙏🏼🙏🏼😆 your music is timeless, and the magic you all create with new songs allows us to frow with you🤙🏽
Mahalo for giving the world Journey to rock to, enjoy and to love over all these years…. It is to our benefit, all the hard work you all do….
(I am also a Hawaiian musician all my life ) Again, mahalo for continuing to put it out there for those of us to enjoy, No matter all the critics…
Arbil is so incredible he actually sounds better than Steve at times
I’m amazed at the guy
What do I know I’ve only been a musician for 55 years
Give me a break! The karaoke singer is not better than the original that he is copying. That remark is absolute nonsense!
I suppose you are better than Arnel. Show your talent, boy!
Please let us hear ur voice u TNUC! I bet even frogs within ur areas will get annoyed by ur voice..
Better than Steve? A karaoke singer?? Bwahahahahaha!!
You are a valid commenter unlike most who are musically illiterate
So what with the karaoke criticism. As long as AP captured it with 99.99%in quality (like DNA) what seems to be the Problem. RESPECT is the word.
Maybe for once, to finally address the ill-placed criticism of these die-hard one track-minded fans, let Steve Perry (don’t get me wrong, I fully respect this musical icon) do a show or two.
Leave him alone why don’t you be a front me and I’ll what kind of singer you will be so what if he sings #karaoke Eva Valdez
ROFLMAO!
I was really hoping he didn’t respond to these idiotic comments whose only purpose is for that… exactly.. a response… 15 minutes of fame to show that that person got a response from Journey.
Journey Band? hahaha! PATAWA kayo!!! 🤣😂 😝Do you think you’re still famous and matter? your band is obsolete man, and if not for ARNEL PINEDA, those precious songs of yours would be gone in the wind and only be remembered during karaoke esp. to drunk people hahaha #UngratefulBeing #CallousFace
LMAO Arnel is a KARAOKE SINGER and a VERY WEAK ONE.
I bet most of the fans that criticize Arnel as karaoke like can’t even sing.
Arnel Pineda is Arnel Pineda, no Steve Perry can even replace him. Those who play scapegoat on the karaoke brouhaha should try their lungs to belt their version.
Yes you can have a new singer, and yes he can hit the notes. It will never be the same, not only did Steve contribute to the success of these hit songs, his voice has a very unique tone. Arne may write songs but they will never be the quality what Steve wrote with Jonathan and Neil. They will never be the caliber of a band that they once were. Enjoy the touring cause that’s all you’ll ever have
I’ve always admired your incredible guitar skills and the unique sound you bring to Journey and It’s always interesting to learn about the creative process from such talented artists like Arnel especially on the challenges on the transition…
I really appreciate the unique energy and talent that Arnel Pineda brings to Journey. It’s amazing that the band is still able to perform and connect with fans through concerts. His vocal abilities have added a new dimension to the music, and I’m thankful for the continued opportunities to experience Journey live. Respect each musician….
JanZ you are a fool! Arnel is a KARAOKE SINGER! Get over it and move on.
All those critics are just envious of arnel pineda, they could not swallow the fact that a filipino replacement is doing better and succeeding.eat your karaoke heart out haters.🤣🤣🤣
Hahahaha!! You’re right brother.