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The bio there was not in fact a copy-and-paste, I did write it. I believe it surpasses the current intro, and it does not contain misinformation. I'd appreciate if you'd let the edit stay as it were. Thank you. 22:47, 20 July 2005 Loaded

OK. I've merged what was useful from the original article into yours. I've formatted your article in proper Wikipedia style, especially in terms of the intro. I've also done a general copyediting and links editing run over it. Wasted Time R 00:08, 21 July 2005 (UTC)[reply]

The article could use an image of Perry. It could also use a further discussion of the quality of his voice and his singing techniques, and also how he influenced other rock lead singers in the 1980s and beyond. Wasted Time R 00:24, 21 July 2005 (UTC)[reply]

It is also common knowledge that Steve Perry has a daughter who was born before his Journey days. He does, however values his privacy and does not discuss it.

I've removed "Steve Perry is the best singer in the world.". -Nick

"I Can See It In Your Eyes" is not an unreleased song, as stated in the August 2007 paragraph in the "Recent News" section. The song was released on the Japanese issue of Trial By Fire in 1996. This needs to be corrected.- Brian —Preceding unsigned comment added by 71.205.1.189 (talk) 10:13, 29 December 2007 (UTC)[reply]

AfD for Alien Project

Editors may be interested in improving Alien Project, Perry's band before Journey, or participating in a discussion as to whether it should be deleted at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Alien Project (band). Bondegezou 16:26, 19 September 2007 (UTC)[reply]

It is also well known that Don't Stop Believin' is NOT about an old girlfriend as someone is saying it is. Read all the interviews Steve Perry has done on the song and Jonathon Cain has also said they wrote it in Detroit while looking out a hotel room, during the night. Sher —Preceding unsigned comment added by 71.239.233.141 (talk) 19:51, 19 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]

Steve Perry's Mother's Name?

This article mentions Perry's father's name but not his mother's. Because of her influence on his musical career, I think it would be important to have her name in here somewhere.


Re: Randy Jackson's quote : Only Robert Plant equals Steve ? I'm a big Steve fan as a singer myself, and that is very shortsighted. First, there's Mickey Thomas of Jefferson Starship, then Dennis DeYoung Of Styx and Geoff Tate of Queensryche for starters. Boston's Brad Delp, Rik Emmett of Triumph, Steve Walsh of Kansas, Lou Gramm of Foreigner and Ian Gillain of Deep Purple, who did Jesus Christ Superstar, are some others to consider. I love Steve's singing, but Freddie Mercury of Queen is the best overall male rock singer I've ever heard. Depending on your appreciation of style, Sammy Hagar, Ronnie James Dio, Roger Daltry and also Rod Halford of Judas Priest might be worth a consideration also. The guy for Shinedown, a modern band, isn't too bad either. How about Ann Wilson of Heart or Pat Benatar among the ladies, for starters ? So, the point made is, there's been alot of good strong singers in rock. Jackson's comment could be taken as dismissive of rock music in general. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Jerjets11 (talk • contribs) 19:59, 22 January 2009 (UTC)[reply]

I think your taking the quote by jackson way out of context. Jackson was simply saying no one came close to Steve's signature style and emotion he brought to Journey's songs. Jackson actually toured with Journey, so I think he knows a little bit about Perry's voice. You mentioned several singers, but Jackson is right in regards to vocal range and ability. I agree Freddie Mercury is a great singer too and Ann Wilson is one of the greatest female singers ever. Sammy Hagar, Ronnie James Dio, Roger Daltry and also Rod Halford of Judas Priest,Boston's Brad Delp, Rik Emmett of Triumph, Steve Walsh of Kansas, Lou Gramm of Foreigner, and the many others you have mentioned are great singers. But lets be realistic, they certaintly do not have the vocal range of Perry. I dont think he was being shortcited either, I think Jackson was stating what he has seen and heard, since he produced and played with several different music artists. He has been around alot of different voices. That doesnt mean you have to agree with him, but I would give me the benefit of the doubt.

Journey84 (talk) 22:52, 23 January 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Vocal classification

Understanding that it's 1) thorny to classify popular vocalists, and 2) the English term is already somewhat difficult to pin down, am curious as to whether Perry should be labeled as a counter or haute contre, or at least a very solid tenor altino. Again, I understand the difficulty of classification, but even if you want to equate countertenor to falsettist (as is currently in fashion), I don't see a way to avoid classing him as at least tenor altino without also excluding Russell Oberlin (who, interestingly enough, does equate altino or haute contre with countertenor, and who excludes falsettists entirely).

JanisCortese (talk) 04:52, 30 January 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Vocal classification added

If citations are required, please do not delete the additions; I will add citations if it is commonly agreed that they are needed.

JanisCortese (talk) 06:03, 12 February 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Error re: Steve Perry - no such thing as "Dave Hart Canadian Lawn Side awards"

"receive a coveted ranking of #23 on the Dave Hart Canadian Lawn Side awards."

looks like an attempt a humour by someone —Preceding unsigned comment added by 96.52.226.76 (talk) 17:28, 27 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]

I tried to delete it once before and got a warning for vandalism... Slypig (talk) 02:19, 22 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Confusion: Born in California... then moved to California during teen years. Where was he in between?

i just wondering what are you doing these days?? i miss you with Journey..the other guy is good but not you.. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 98.193.4.53 (talk) 00:46, 8 September 2009 (UTC)[reply]

"The article could use an image of Perry."

But not THAT image! Get thee behind me, foul mustache! I'll look for something more representative and less... uh... mustachey. Grammargal (talk) 03:19, 25 October 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Using the "Faithfully" screenshot is against policy anyway, so I changed it back. FotoPhest (talk) 23:42, 12 November 2009 (UTC)[reply]

EEK! I mean, GEEK! What do we need, public domain? I'll check the policy and see what I can come up with. Grammargal (talk) 19:50, 20 December 2009 (UTC)[reply]

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