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In March, 1976, two highly accomplished Nashville musicians joined the Elvis show for the first tour of the year; Larrie Londin on drums and Shane Keister on piano.

Larrie Londin recalled that they all assembled at Graceland prior to the tour for band rehearsals - Elvis dropped in to say hello and then left. Larrie thought he had gone off to get a soft drink, but it soon became apparent that Elvis wasn't coming back. All their gear was then packed up and shipped to the first venue, and he and Shane Keister had to make it up as best they could on stage.

Larrie Londin said this of Elvis' special rapport with his drummers;

"…Elvis hated drum risers. He wanted the drums on the floor right next to him, as close as possible. He wanted to feel the bass drum kicking him in the ass. He roamed around the stage, but at critical moments in the show - tempo changes and endings - he was always right there close - so that I could see him give signals…"

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#elvis history #elvis presley #elvis in the 70s #rock history #elvis fans #elvis #elvis 1970s #live music #musicians #1970s rock #drummers #larrie londin #shane keister #Youtube

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longliverockback · 4 months

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Adrian Belew Dust 2014 Adrian Belew Presents ————————————————— Tracks: 01. Intro to Something 02. What Do You Know 03. Happy Guy 04. One Time 05. Hawaiian Cowboys 06. Big Blue Sun 07. Pygmies 08. Neptune Pool 09. Shoe Salesman 10. Superboy 11. Collage for «Girl with Clouds» 12. Still Life with Dobro 13. Neurotica 14. Duck Funk Symphony 15. Antarctica 16. P Type 17. Postcard from Holland 18. Peas —————————————————

Chris Arduser

Dree van Beeck

Adrian Belew

Jean Dickinson

Rob Fetters

Lizbeth Getman

Ellen Gieles

Jerry Hertig

Bill Janssen

Willem van Kruysdijk

Alison Jewer

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radiomaxmusic · 28 days

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Monday, May 13, 2024: 11am ET: Feature LP: Journey - Raised on Radio (1986)

Raised on Radio is the ninth studio album by the American rock band Journey, released April 21, 1986 on the Columbia Records label. It is the only album to date not to feature founding bassist Ross Valory, who is replaced by session bassists Randy Jackson and Bob Glaub. Drummer Steve Smith contributed to a few tracks, but was subsequently replaced by Larrie Londin and Mike Baird. The album…

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dekayingtree · 5 years

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Every Journey Music Video Reviewed in 10 Words Or Less

Disclaimer: live performances of the songs do not count as music videos, so sorry Escape, you're out. (The ones that look like they are being performed live but have the studio recording clipped over it along with LOTS of editing are official videos, so they do count. Sorry the 70s were so weird.)

Also I'm trying to be fair because I'm really biased and do not like the new singer so that's why I'm doing music videos instead of reviewing every album.

"Wheel In The Sky"- Wait, that's his voice? I thought it was an instrument!

"Feeling That Way"- The band could only afford one microphone to mix on.

"Lights"- We get it, editors. The song is called "lights."

"Just The Same Way"- 🎵... you're gonna miss Greg when he's gone...🎵

"Lovin' Touchin' Squeezin'"- "Keep staring at the camera, they won't think it's staged."

"Anyway You Want It"- Jukebox Hero by Foreigner

"Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)"- Journey, violating OSHA requirements since 1983.

"Faithfully"- Admit it, you became emotionally attached to that moustache too.

"Chain Reaction"- "woah woah woah, that model looks NOTHING like the mannequin!"

"After The Fall"- Is that coffee? Tea? Either way, it's getting cold.

"Why Can't This Night Go On Forever"- I'm not crying, you're crying.

"When You Love A Woman"- Steve's hip is injured, GET HIM A CHAIR.

#meme school #70s #80s #90s #my post #text post #music review #journey #steve perry #steve smith #neal schon #greg rollie #ross valory #ansley dunbar #jonathan cain #randy jackson #bob glaub #larrie londin

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rainingmusic · 5 years

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Steve Perry - Oh Sherrie

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mitjalovse · 4 years

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While I was listening to Sting's debut, I recalled many other inaugurations by those like him, i.e. the global superstars. I mean, most of these records tend to give the latter status to their players, but that's not always the case. For instance, Shania Twain's, hm, Shania Twain didn't get her the numbers and the acclaim she achieved later on, but you can observe the hints of her consequent dominating country pop persona. Still, she does veer closer to the former part of the phrase more often. Moreover, the LP does occasionally feel like a generic example of the genre. However, her vocals, which should be seen as one of the reasons for her fame, are already noticeable on the eponymous album, she only needed a better production team to surround them with a suitable production.

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queer-disabled-activist · 3 years

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RoR Week

I have a few articles surrounding “Raised On Radio” in my notes. This one is from last year surrounding the firing of Steve Smith and Ross Valory when they were fired for the second time. It takes a look back to “RoR” were Steve Perry answers if he regrets firing and replacing them, why he did that and the direction “RoR” went in.

March 5, 2020

“Flashback: Journey Fire Bassist Ross Valory, Drummer Steve Smith in 1985

Journey let go of their drummer and bassist this week, the same two guys they fired during the ‘Raised on Radio’ sessions 35 years ago

By Andy Greene

Journey fired drummer Steve Smith and bassist Ross Valory earlier this week after alleging they attempted an elaborate boardroom coup to seize control of the group’s finances. The news was shocking to fans of the arena-rock band, but to Smith and Valory it must have felt like a horrible case of déjà vu. That’s because they were also fired in tandem back in 1985 when the group began work on Raised on Radio and replaced by future American Idol judge Randy Jackson and a series of studio drummers.

The ’85 move came at the direction of Steve Perry. When we spoke to him in 2018, we asked if he had any regrets about it. “I don’t know if I regret it,” he said. “We tried to record that record at the Record Plant in Sausalito and spent quite a bit of time doing that. While I was doing my Street Talk record, Jon [Cain] and Neal [Schon] had gotten together and started sketching some ideas. The ideas they came up with were more R&B-based. Now, I don’t know why they were, but they certainly had more pocket to them.”

“Jon Cain had just gotten a drum machine and built a studio in his house,” he continued. “Raised on Radio had a tendency to be a little bit more R&B than anything we’d ever done before. … Everybody was going through changes at that time, a lot of changes. We brought in Randy Jackson on bass after trying for a couple months to cut the tracks. We cut a lot with Randy Jackson and Larrie Londin and Jon and myself and Neal. We basically recut the record in ten days.”

When all was said and done, Steve Smith’s drum parts remained on just three songs (“Positive Touch,” “The Eyes of a Woman,” and “Why Can’t This Night Go On Forever”) and Valory’s work was nowhere to be found. And when they hit the road to support it, Jackson and drummer Mike Baird took their places. (Here’s the video for the Raised on Radio leadoff single “Be Good to Yourself.”)

“That was very painful and I took it pretty hard,” Smith said in the Journey Behind the Music special. “I really pride myself in my musicianship. That was very difficult for me to deal with.”

It probably became a little easier to swallow when Journey dissolved at the end of the Raised on Radio tour in 1986. When they re-formed in 1996 to record Trial by Fire, both Smith and Valory were welcomed back into the fold. Smith, however, balked when the group wanted to hit the road in 1998 with Steve Perry soundalike Steve Augeri. He was replaced by Deen Castronovo, but Smith returned in 2015 when Castronovo was sidelined by personal and legal issues.

Smith’s return meant that four fifths of the classic Eighties Journey lineup was intact until this week when Smith and Valory were fired for a second time. They’re now down to just two fifths. A long co-headlining tour with the Pretenders begins May 15th and the band has pledged to have a new drummer and bassist by that point. The obvious choice is to bring back Castronovo, but he has commitments with the Dead Daisies that he may be unable to get out of. It’s less clear who might come in on bass, but Neal Schon worked with Marco Mendoza in his recent Journey spinoff group Journey Through Time and he seems like a possible candidate. It’s interesting to note that the alliances in Journey seem to always be shifting. Schon and Cain had a nasty feud a few years ago, but now they are firmly united against Smith and Valory. Maybe the drummer and bassist can respond by starting their own version of Journey, but without the name rights it would be tough to sell tickets. That would change if they could recruit Steve Perry, but that’s an extreme long shot since he wasn’t even interested in touring to support his 2018 comeback record Traces. Whatever happens, Smith and Valory can at least go down in rock history as the only rhythm section to be fired as a unit at two separate points in history.”

#journey band #steve perry #ror week #no i won’t stop talking about journey #rambling

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georgefairbrother · 4 years

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Larrie Londin was a hardworking Nashville session drummer who worked with rock and country music royalty. He played for Elvis on stage in 1976 and again during Elvis' final days on the road in 1977.

#elvis presley #Elvis #rock drummers #Rock music history #country music #nashville #musicians #Rock Music

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classicrockblog1 · 5 years

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Bill Ward (born 5 May 1948) is an #musician best known as the original #drummer for the #heavy #metal #band Black Sabbath. An original founding member of the band, Ward also performed as lead vocalist on two Black Sabbath songs; “It’s Alright”[1] from the album Technical Ecstasy and “Swinging the Chain”[1] from the album Never Say Die! Ward is known for his very unorthodox style of playing the drums, often using snare-drills and tempo-drop to match both vocals and riff.

Bill Ward started to play drums as a child, listening to the big bands of the 1940s and his major influences were Gene Krupa, Buddy Rich andLouie Bellson.[2] Later he was influenced by drummers such as Larrie Londin, Bernard Purdie, Joe Morello, Keef Hartley, Hughie Flint, John Bonham, Ringo Starr, Jim Capaldi, Clive Bunker.[3] In the mid-1960s Ward sang and played drums in a band called The Rest.[4] Ward and guitarist Tony Iommi played together in a band called Mythology,[5] and upon that band’s dissolution joined vocalist Ozzy Osbourne and bassist Geezer Butler, who had played together in a band called Rare Breed.[6] The new band called themselves Earth, soon to be renamed Black Sabbath.

Ward’s drug and alcohol use increased throughout Black Sabbath’s heyday. By the late ‘70s Ward was drinking during gigs, something he had never done before.[4] He also began experiencing panic attacks.[4] Ward has said he cannot remember the recording of 1980’s Heaven and Hell due to his alcohol abuse.[7] According to Black Sabbath bandmate Iommi, Ward disappeared on 21 August 1980, without saying goodbye, other than a telephone call to then-Black Sabbath vocalist Ronnie James Dio informing him “I’m off then, Ron.”[8] He then briefly played in a band called Max Havoc.[5] He sat out one album (1981’s Mob Rules) before returning to Black Sabbath for 1983’s Born Again album. He once again left the band for health reasons prior to touring in support of Born Again. He again rejoined Black Sabbath in the mid-1980s, though the band did not record or tour during this period.

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radiomax · 3 years

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Tuesday 8/24/21 1am ET: Feature LP: Journey - Raised on Radio (1986)

Tuesday 8/24/21 1am ET: Feature LP: Journey – Raised on Radio (1986)

Raised on Radio is the ninth studio album by the American rock band Journey, released April 21, 1986 on the Columbia Records label. It is the only album to date not to feature founding bassist Ross Valory, who is replaced by session bassists Randy Jackson and Bob Glaub. Drummer Steve Smith contributed to a few tracks, but was subsequently replaced by Larrie Londin and Mike Baird. The album…

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elvis1970s · 1 year

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On March 17th, 1976, Elvis hit the road for the first tour of the year, just six days on the road beginning with three consecutive nights in Johnson City, TN, at the 7 000 seat Freedom Hall.

There were some interesting line-up changes; Shane Keister on piano and Larrie Londin on drums. Larrie Londin recalled that they all assembled at Graceland prior to the tour for band rehearsals - Elvis dropped in to say hello and then left. Larrie thought he had gone off to get a soft drink, but it soon became apparent that Elvis wasn't coming back. All their gear was then packed up and shipped to the first venue, and they had to make it up as best they could on stage.

The two new band members were a great combination, and Elvis appeared to particularly like Larrie Londin's individual drumming style, and his friendly attitude. Larrie himself enjoyed the experience, and said this of the communication on stage:

"...Elvis hated drum risers. He wanted the drums on the floor right next to him, as close as possible. He wanted to feel the bass drum kicking him in the ass. He roamed around stage, but at critical moments in the show - tempo changes and endings - he was always right there close - so that I could see him give signals..."

This little clip is Shane Keister's piano solo from Cincinnati on March 21st.

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#elvis on stage #elvis history #elvis concerts #elvis in the 70s #elvis presley history #elvis fans #elvis presley #larrie londin #rock drummers #nashville music #Youtube

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longliverockback · 6 years

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Neil Young Comes a Time 1978 Reprise ————————————————— Tracks: 01. Goin’ Back 02. Comes a Time 03. Look out for My Love - Crazy Horse 04. Lotta Love - Crazy Horse 05. Peace of Mind 06. Human Highway 07. Already One 08. Field of Opportunity 09. Motorcycle Mama 10. Four Strong Winds —————————————————

J.J. Cale

Tim Drummond

Carl Himmel

Ben Keith

Larrie Londin

Ralph Molina

Tim Mulligan

Spooner Oldham

Joe Osborn

Frank Sampedro

Billy Talbot

Rufus Thibodeaux

Neil Young

* Long Live Rock Archive

#NeilYoung #Neil Young #Crazy Horse #JJ Cale #Tim Drummond #Carl Himmel #Ben Keith #Larrie Londin #Ralph Molina #Tim Mulligan #Spooner Oldham #Joe Osborn #Frank Sampedro #Billy Talbot #Rufus Thibodeaux #Comes a Time #LP #Folk #1978

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andrewsmusic · 4 years

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Larrie Londin / Les Demerle / Bernard Purdie / Alan Dawson / Roy McCurdy / Bobby Colomby - Avedis Zildjian Cymbals (Down Beat - Jul 17th 1975) #downbeatmagazine #jazzinprint #jazz #jazzmusic #jazzmusician #andrewsmusic #vintagemusicadvert #zildjianvintageadvert #vintagezildjianadvert #vintagezildjiancymbals #zildjiancymbals #larrielondin #lesdemerle #bernardprettypurdie #alandawson #roymccurdy #bobbycolomby #jazzdrummer #drummer https://www.instagram.com/p/CDcGuBHpr6R/?igshid=y6b8zgbxcz0r

#downbeatmagazine #jazzinprint #jazz #jazzmusic #jazzmusician #andrewsmusic #vintagemusicadvert #zildjianvintageadvert #vintagezildjianadvert #vintagezildjiancymbals #zildjiancymbals #larrielondin #lesdemerle #bernardprettypurdie #alandawson #roymccurdy #bobbycolomby #jazzdrummer #drummer

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rockrageradio · 5 years

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On this day in Rock music history (May 27th 1986).......Journey released their 9th studio album "Raised On Radio". The album spawned 4 top 40 singles in the US: "Girl Can't Help It" (#17), "Be Good to Yourself" (#9), "I'll Be Alright Without You" (#14), and "Suzanne" (#17). It went to #4 on the Billboard 200 chart, and it was certified double platinum in the USA by the RIAA. Following their 2 most successful albums, lead singer Steve Perry began to take more control over the band's direction. Ross Valory and Steve Smith were fired from the band, against the wishes of manager Herbie Herbert. The two were replaced by various studio musicians for the recording of "Raised on Radio", including Randy Jackson (bass guitar) and Larrie Londin (drums). Smith did record 3 tracks with Journey on the album, and he and Valory still received revenues from the record and subsequent tour. Both returned to Journey in 1996.

#soundcheckwithgentry #musichistory #rock #journey #raisedonradio #rockmusic #rockon #hardrock #poprock #freedomtorock #pop #rockmusicmatters #rockrageradio #turnitup

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groupiesmusic · 6 years

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Somebody pinch me. Is this real?

I started to play drums when I was 15 years old.

Some would say I was a bit late, others would say that is young. There weren’t any internet-based lessons at the time. It was all books and VHS tapes back then. (VHS stands for “Video Home System”, kids!). That’s it.

As a young player, I was hungry for information so I’d get my hands onto everything I could.

I bought Under The Table And Drumming by Carter Beauford, my all-time favourite drummer. I got Groove-A-Diddles with Jeff Salem and wore out a Larry Londin Benefit Concert tape where Dom Famularo was the host.

My parents would let me stay up as late as I wanted, so I always tuned into the opening track on the Dave Letterman show and was mesmerized by Anton Fig’s playing.

This is around the time I discovered a publisher called Hudson Music. I learned that they had been around for many years, previously running under the name DCI Music Video. They worked with some amazing players and this is where I discovered Thomas Lang (Creative Control, Creative Coordination), Benny Greb (The Language of Drumming), Neil Peart (Anatomy Of A Drum Solo), and so many other great players.

I bought almost every DVD and was sooooooo extremely happy that I didn’t have to rewind VHS tapes anymore. Haha! The production value was incredible and I finally had something to watch for both education and inspiration.

And here’s the thing: drummers around the world wouldn’t be nearly as skilled today if we hadn’t been so incredibly inspired by this type of media.

When I first met Rob Wallis from Hudson Music in 2013, I was super nervous. Drumeo was still a young company finding its way — and this was one of the godfathers of drum education. He even wore shaded glasses and talked in a thick New York accent.

Rob shared his story about how he developed Hudson Music alongside Paul Siegel. I found out that he’s a drummer and loves the drum community. And the one thing I will always remember Rob telling me is: “It’s all about the content. We just have to produce good content.”

As drummers… no, as a human, it’s important to be selective on the media you choose to consume. And you do have a choice.

Today, we have Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube, and so many other platforms that are competing for our attention with clever algorithms to predict what will grab our attention and keep us on their platforms longer. But sometimes, the media that grabs your attention the best isn’t the media that deserves your attention the most.

I’m not complaining here, but we all need to be careful. You’ve heard the saying “you are what you eat”. I think it’s equally true that “you become what you consume” when it comes to media. It’s important to choose media that has a positive impact on your life: inspiring your mind, impacting your skills and interests, and ultimately aligning with who you want to be.

As the CEO of Musora Media, Inc. (Drumeo, Guitareo, Pianote, Recordeo), I try to make responsible decisions when choosing what to film, who to partner with, and how to have a positive impact on this amazing community of musicians.

This week we announced our partnership with Hudson Music and released eight best-selling Hudson Music titles inside Drumeo, where our students can purchase them individually or choose to bundle a few of them with a Drumeo Edge membership.

Somebody pinch me. Is this real?

I was just browsing around the Drumeo members-area and I’m watching Thomas Lang shred in his Creative Control lessons. And this is all legal? Haha!

People always ask me if Drumeo is something I orchestrated with some grand plan. The answer is: no. Although I’m a student of the business world and make strategic decisions, I don’t think I could’ve ever planned for this years ago — having the good fortune of connecting with Rob and creating a partnership with Hudson Music to make more of your favorite drum lessons accessible in new ways, and to more drummers around the world.

Seriously. Don’t pinch me… punch me in the face! I need to know if this is for real.

At Drumeo, we’re going to continue to search for new ways to reach our mission of educating every single drummer in the world, regardless of age, location, or skill level.

And to YOU — the student, reader, drummer, hobbyist, professional, man, woman, or child: THANK YOU. I always say that without students, there would be no need for Drumeo to exist.

To Your Drumming Success,

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‘Classic Rock Albums’ Part 2 - Journey: ‘Raised on Radio’

Formed in San Francisco in 1972, Journey have gone on to forge a career as one of the most successful rock bands of all time. They have sold over 90 million records worldwide, an incredible feat.

Last month, they were recognised for their achievements as they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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— Neal Schon (@NealSchonMusic) 12 April 2017

Between 1978 and 1987, the band achieved a superb seven consecutive multi-platinum albums. The last of those, ‘Raised On Radio’ would feature not only some of the band’s greatest work, but some true rock anthems also.

‘ROR’ would reach no.4 on the Billboard 200, spawning three top forty US singles and eventually receiving a Gold certification.

Following the departures of drummer Steve Smith and bassist Ross Valory, only three permanent members of Journey remained: lead singer Steve Perry, keyboardist Jonathan Cain, and guitarist Neal Schon.

As a result, a number of session musicians were drafted in to help complete the album. However, despite this inner turmoil, the band would go onto produce an outstanding album.

‘Girl Can’t Help It’ (8.5/10) kicks off proceedings - with Larrie Londin’s drums leading the way through a catchy track, featuring Perry’s trademark passionate vocals.

‘The last of those, ‘Raised on Radio’ would feature not only some of the band’s best work, but some true rock anthems also.’

The chorus is an absolute ear-worm, as catchy as you like - the harmonised vocals are spot on. Neal Schon has a number of small but impressive solos - the Oklahoma-born man is up there with some of the best guitarists ever.

The track would peak at no.17 on the Billboard Top 40, and achieve 9th position on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.

My most fave Journey song ever! From the album "Raised On Radio"... 1986 coming at you! https://t.co/Bja1RNRt7E

— Matthew Stanley (@MattStan81)

12 April 2017

Cain’s jaunty keyboards kick off ‘Positive Touch’ (7.5/10) before being joined by Londin and Perry, bombarding listeners with a rock assault of the finest quality.

Schon is given a bigger role on this one with a solid thirty second solo, and he doesn’t disappoint. Perry’s vocals are brim-full with energy and vigour - it is no exaggeration to name him among some of the finest frontmen in rock.

‘Suzanne’ (7/10) comes next - featuring some techno influences, and another big powerful track. Perry delivers a quality falsetto, together with his usual passionate wails. But what excellent wails they are.

Next up comes one of the band’s best ever tracks - as soon as the big, bold melody of ‘Be Good to Yourself’ (9/10).

Featuring an upbeat positive message throughout the lyrics, the band provide the perfect backdrop with one of the catchiest, energetic melodies you are ever likely to hear.

‘ a rock assault of the finest quality’

As always, Perry’s vocals are absolute gold, and the chorus is one of their finest. Once again, Schon shines with an dazzling solo, and Cain, Londin and bassist Randy Jackson play their roles superbly also.

Unsurprisingly, the track proved popular with fans, reaching no.9 on the Billboard Top 40.

#Journey - Be good to yourself https://t.co/GHPYpLnExJ

— Green Hornet (@AvisVerde)

29 April 2017

Track five comes from ‘Once You Love Somebody’ (7/10), and is a slick, polished gem. Perry delivers a solid vocal once again, and you can hear the passion in every syllable he sings.

The chorus is big, bold and powerful - one of the strongest on this album.

‘Happy To Give’ (6/10) is up next and sees the band take a slightly different turn. It is definitely one of the calmer songs on the album, but still the same high quality as the more energetic songs.

The melody is solid but subtle, allowing Perry’s vocals to shine through. Not the greatest song but still a decent track.

Track seven is the title track ‘Raised On Radio’ - and unfortunately fails to hit the mark. Perry’s usually solid vocals turn a bit shouty here, and it’s hard to make out what he’s singing. It is undoubtedly the heaviest song on the record, but a bit too much.

The lyrics are naff also - containing lines such as ‘The jungle lion sleeps tonight’. Sadly, I skip it each time I listen to this album.

Credit disclaimer: copyrights belong to Journey and relevant parties

Next up is another of the band’s big anthems - ‘I’ll Be Alright Without You’ (9.5/10)

Londin’s slick drum riff signals another excellent song that is as catchy as they come

After the disappointment of the title track, Perry’s vocals return to their usual top form here, and all of the band perform their role superbly here.

At 4:49 it’s the longest track of the album, but it doesn’t feel that long at all, and you’re left wanting more! It’s little shock it performed well, reaching no.14 on the Billboard Top 40.

Track nine ‘It Could Have Been You’ (6/10) is another track that falls a little flat unfortunately. It’s just lacking the finesse and quality of earlier tracks, but certainly delivers in terms of power and intensity.

Schon’s riff is the brightest feature on this track, as Perry’s vocals drop again slightly.

‘another song that is as catchy as they come’

The tenth ‘ROR’ track is ‘The Eyes of A Woman’ (7.5/10) which begins with a soft melody and like ‘Happy to Give’ is one of the album’s calmer tracks.

Perry’s vocals are not the best on some tracks on this album, however they are excellent once again here - calm, considered and well-delivered. He really sings from the heart and as a listener, you can really appreciate the passion he feels for the songs.

A decent melody, led by guitar virtuoso Schon once more. A very solid album track.

The album closes with ‘Why Can’t This Night Go on Forever’ (8.5/10)

And it is an absolute gem of a song, and a fine ending to a super album. Perry saves the best for the last, delivering his best vocal of the album, and one of his best outright.

Londin’s drums pack a real punch, and together with Jackson’s bass, Schon’s guitar and Cain’s keyboards, create a powerful bombastic melody to act as a canvas for Perry to work his magic.

#NowPlaying Why Can't This Night Go On Forever - Journey / Raised On Radio pic.twitter.com/iV233xWJ4K

— exkd_mbot (@exkd_mbot)

3 April 2017

A fine album, most certainly one of the best of the 80′s (8/10)

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