Meet Arnel Pineda, Journey's New Singer | People

The Journey rockers share how they discover their new lead singer, Arnel Pineda of the Philippines, through a KZbin video.
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[@TheBroccoliFiles]

He brought the band back to life. I hope they're paying him what he deserves. He's the reason they're on top again.

[@aidagasatan5688]

It must be..of course..

[@aidagasatan5688]

Exactly!!

[@cakeicecream7844]

Duhhhhh ...he's not singing for free... he's made 20 Million as I write this. Before he joined journey as the lead singer he didn't have as much as now

[@gz9520]

He gets paid just as much as the rest of them. It’s all divided equally.

[@kelmarlow1600]

From the moment he joined the other band members had already agreed that he would receive an equal share of income!

[@MattInIllinois]

This is one of the greatest rags to riches story ever. So happy for this young man!

[@thomasdavison8996]

Without Arnel we would all be waiting for Steve Perry to come back. Arnel has kept one of the biggest Rock and Bands alive. Arnel has kept all of our dreams and childhood memories alive. Arnel knows he is not Steve Perry, but he has the passion for the music of Journey. Not only has Arnel's dreams come true, but he has kept our most favorite band fade away into history. I LOVE Steve Perry's voice just as much as the next fan, but I am glad that Arnel is keeping the band alive for all of us. Thanks Arnel and thank you to Journey for finding him. God Bless you guys!

[@2bstrong4]

Agree with you 100% !!!

[@jo-annewilson751]

Journey has ALWAYS ROCKED and I am happy to hear just another GREAT VOICE!!!

[@jo-annewilson751]

Wow. He sounds phenomenal

[@TheArcher888]

One of my favorites band

[@kenshiro69]

Steve would never go back to Journey. Arnel was born with a horse shoe up his ass. He must be one of the happiest, luckiest men on earth.

[@heidifisher7693]

Great JOB Arnel.👍👏. Of COURSE we LOVE Steve Perry. I wish he never would have left Journey. But YOU ARE the Best replacement they could have found. I saw you in Jacksonville Fla., couple yrs back, and plan on seeing you again this summer. My ALL TIME FAV; JOURNEY STILL ROCKS 🎼🎵🎶🎸🎹🥁 🎤 🎼🎵🎶.😍🤗😚💖💖💝💘

[@lawmom9067]

I also saw Journey last night in Beaumont, TX. It was a wonderful show. I was very pleasantly surprised. I am definitely a renewed fan of Journey. Arnel's voice is great and I agree that his energy and passion were incredible. They played a wide variety of songs and I didn't want it to be over when it ended. The time flew! I hope to see them again!

[@andreshead25]

no way. 12 years wow

[@khuutznetsov]

I was not ready to see my old town (technically city) in this comment section from 12 years ago.

[@michellebrennan9025]

I couldn't agree more 100%💯👍

[@bluecassette07]

​@@andreshead25is 14 now

[@michaelwechsler5206]

Great video. How can you not love this guy and his humble nature and huge voice?

[@SpicyHarold321]

Michael Wechsler He’s my godfather (no lying!) And I agree, he’s a great guy!

[@K9_21owl]

Harold Olesco 😂😂😂😂 you wish he was your godfather

[@ebonyrushharrinton8140]

He sounds good!!!! 😊😊😊😊

[@jackjohn8246]

Some dont like him just because he is not white enough

[@jhoadla0176]

Absolutely arnel is sound good and humble even today...

[@comanchegurl1]

My son is 21 yes old and loves Journey. He asked me if I heard the new singer...well he showed me and as soon as I heard Arnel sing...wow, felt like 1983, OKC. If they came close to OK I would take my son.. We love you all!!

[@brendagentry5758]

Love the guy 👍

[@msn7598]

your son is now 25

[@burningcalmness]

I belong to the new generation of journey fans just like your son ....

[@wonzaga2643]

You get to see them perform yet?

[@johnaguilar7595]

@@burningcalmness the fan of journey are Ls they wouldnt appreciate arnel talent they would always assume that steve perry is better like who gives a fuck yuu think that guy can sing right now ? Hes like in his 70s

[@TheLekkerding12]

I just met this guy today! Hes very nice and humble 😘😘

[@Hook1229]

@Donna Peroche ,Can you sing that good in a karaoke?.Wanna see you perform in a karaoke set up,show your vid

[@naekane]

I got to see Journey last summer with Arnel, it was amazing! It doesn't matter where he is from, he is the perfect fit for Journey!

[@thomasquinn284]

Perfect fit indeed!

[@roronoazoro6955]

11 years ago!lol

[@chrichico]

His singing voice is so different than his speaking voice. Wow- I’m so glad for his new life for his family, especially. What an amazing story.

[@SleepyJukebox-vv9dy]

I noticed that myself

[@berniehw]

His voice is just fantastic, has a lot of feeling in it. When he sings Open Arms it always makes me cry, for whatever reason lol. He has brought Journey back to life. Great group.

[@chriscatton705]

I love this story. It's happy for everyone. Arnel is hyper-talented just as Steve is.

[@needaband]

I have been a Journey fan from the beginning and i have also been to Alongapo City, Manila and a few other places in the Phillipines. I'm almost 50 and what i have learned is nothing stays the same, everything changes. I love Steve Perry and nothing will ever take from his time in Journey but now they needed a new singer and they have chosen Arnel Pineda. These band members that have played their signature sound for decades have chosen Arnel. I have heard Arnel sing and I think he is GREAT! He sounds a lot like Perry but at the same time has his own sound. Arnel, thank you for having the courage to step in and fill some VERY big shoes. I wanted to encourage you Arnel and tell you that I stand with you. Now go out and melt their faces off!

[@JulieJulieTheRockChickhermiz]

+David Hammons What a thoroughly awesome comment, wonderful words of encouragement, I salute you Sir.

[@needaband]

Thank you Julie!

[@elainepaulsen8663]

David Hammons I THINK ARNEL'S VOICE IS A LITTLE HIGHER.

[@nhelgencompesino3604]

David Hammons nice comments your so right

[@minadeguzman5077]

+David Hammons Well said

[@grahamvandyke]

He was a singer here in Hong Kong for a while, and I knew a bunch of other filipino musicians in his circles (HK is a very small place). Filipinos are VERY musical people so it's not too surprising he got the gig!

[@renz4695]

Ok

[@rickone4962]

awesome voice, I don't care that he is not original singer, he sings awesome very humble, good luck on your journey..555!

[@Hook1229]

@Donna Peroche ,waiting for you to upload your vid..I think you're very good.

[@thatoshawaguyonyoutube3370]

Plain and simple the guy can sing and has given us an opportunity to relive the songs and see them play again- he has heart and soul

[@lovewarrior19]

I know a lot of great vocalists out there, but what makes Arnel Pineda’ special is he can be sounds like those great vocalists and not just his own great vocal. How cool is that?! So that’s why He is the best male vocalist in the world for me🔥

[@YYC403NOYP]

His voice has that 80's sound that prevailed during that era.

[@jeremymullins2]

I just watched Journey tonight and this man done a very very great job...His voice is extremely similar to that of Steve Perry. He did a great job and had a lot of energy and Journey is one of the very few bands that are better live than on a CD.

[@Interstellar85]

Humble and amazing singer!Arnel you are amazing!!!

[@James1toknow]

I was in the Marine Corps in 1980 I was over seas in the Philippines and when I went out to the clubs at night I found allot of bands that played American music they impressed me very much as a guitar player myself. I'm glad this guy found a place in what he loves to do, and yes the people in the Philippines are mostly poor it was sad to see.

[@hellodoo]

This guy is awesome! Yes yes we know no one will replace Steve Perry. But I give Arnel his credit. He has an amazing voice and is doing a fantastic job

[@BrittniSossong]

awesome...sounds exactly like him! way to go Arnel

[@Nancyd2736]

Love Arnel! Awesome singer and even more awesome human being! Compassionate , kind, loving family man. Happy for him!

[@jerseygurlt1]

Wise choice. Arnel Pineda is THE BOMB!!! Amazing voice!!

[@Kevin66442]

Dude can sing. God Bless him!

[@marvel1872]

Arnel, you are the best and you made Journey alive. Journey is one of my fave band singers when I was in College. KUDOS...I love all your videos!

[@Seasonchange1]

We saw them last night, St.Louis, Missouri, it was again FANTASTIC! What a great story about Arnel, God Bless you. Keep on doing the good thing for poor children in Phillipines.

[@Kibwunga]

Sweet human being, and a great talent. End of story,

[@mgm1411]

Talent comes from everywhere and anywhere. Arnel is amazing! Don't stop believin'...

[@tinynuggins1029]

Having to replace a lead singer rarely works, but not in this case. He is amazing. I often cant tell the difference. I'm really happy that a whole new generation of people experience this music.

[@cookiemurph8532]

And I was here because 'After all these years' they are still around doing/having a lot of tours, pretty amazing band.

[@winmacdon]

It's really amazing that they found someone who kept the Journey sound virtually the same. I've enjoyed listening to Journey for a long time. Keep it going guys.

[@dfinite4089]

Magical voice, and what a wonderful story.

[@kellymosher1300]

I just love him..what an amazing humble man..love to watch him perform..what a voice..I saw him doing other 80s bands live and he sounded just like the other singers too.. awesome

[@amorfati75]

Arnel is awesome!I have loved him since I first saw him on Oprah.I think his voice is angelic:)

[@overitentirely]

This man blows my mind. He's awesome!

[@grazie0316]

congratulations again journey for a nice pick! he is GREAT! your band is timeless!

[@ammaretto]

wow....he sounds great & seems very humble. good for him!

[@PalmBalms]

he has put journey back on top

[@AstriBlair]

Steve Perry was great. But Neil didn't want to hire someone who sounded like Perry. He stated that he could go that direction and hire the singers he saw that sounded like Perry in Journey tribute bands but he said that he saw something in Arnel. His voice soared high. A soulful tenor and powerful as well. Also I think Neil saw Arnel's vocal capability to adapt on what element the song needed ( This is shown when Arnel emulates and captivates the vibe and tone of other great singers like Jon Bon Jovi, Steven Tyler, Ann Wilson etc.). They didn't hire Arnel because he sounded like Steve Perry, he sounds close sometimes but no. Instead they want a new voice that fits what kind of music they play. That is what they found in Arnel. All you saying he doesn't sound like Steve, well.. WE ALL KNOW THAT! They did not want him to sound just like Steve anyway. He is just unique in his own way and he keeps Journey breathing and rocking. Respect for Arnel please. The dedication he puts into Journey can clearly be observed even though he is past his prime already.

[@TheBethmeister89]

I just watched him a few hours ago, and he was just amazing. He had a great voice and performed very well. I loved it.

[@KoreanbeautydreamxEve]

I see Journey on Viña del Mar, the first performing with Arnel as lead singer. They were AWESOME... Arnel win the heart of the entire public. He have the voice, and the angel to do this.

[@jamesweber3797]

Arnel pineda. Great singer. Beautiful voice!

[@michelled.9864]

He's great! ❤❤💕

[@Kelsie154]

ha i was watching download on tv and i told me my mom to come in and listen to their new singer. she said that when she was in the kitchen she thought that steve was singing with them arnel has definitely got talent. :)

[@rrpsys]

Love you Arnel!!! Love you Journey!!! Journey Forever...keep on playing for us..

[@AdMBandLeader]

12 years hence now, yet Steve will always remain the best for Journey but this humble diminutive asian called Arnel is simply another class apart from the crowd with that amazingly pitch perfect and powerful soprano! Merry Christmas to you all here, Arnel, Steve and Journey🎄☃️🎉🌟❤️✌️

[@ronhatcher7734]

wow wow wow i love it, he's great!!!!!

[@akoits]

arnel is an awsome guy, a great example of hardwork and talent from poor to a world class singer!!!!

[@Guardianofthekitchen]

Ugh I love his voice so much.

[@blotmaster1]

Arnel's voice has the same beauty and emotion of the great Steve Perry. Kudos to him.

[@celadon2009]

Arnel has a heart of gold. He has helped put out two foundations for the benefit of streetchildren of Manila. He once was one like them. He's just about to wrap up a series of benefit concerts in US-Canada with his former bandmates to play their youtube hits. Tomorrow july30 at Toronto John Bassett Theatre.

[@SheaChav]

Journey has rejuvenated! they click so good with Arnel, he is great, he is a good showman and you can see it in the other guys eyes when they look at him sing, they are phenominal together! saw them last nite at the first nite of their kick off tour! Great show guys! would see you again and again and againnnnnnnnnn!

[@lorrainereale1429]

It was great that you found Arnel. He does have a terrific voice!! 👍

[@stephenmccollum1391]

Incredible story, heart and talent

[@unicohijo2152]

arnel thank you for saving journey 🤘🏽

[@ReverenXero]

I have been to well over 100 concerts. I grew up a metal head. Journey is one of the best if not THE best band I have ever seen live. Over Ozzy, Metallica, Slayer, etc...

[@zekethefreak61]

My wife and her parents are from Cebu, Philippines. They moved here in the mid '70s. We just met a band from Cebu on a Norwegian cruise line last week. Not only are the Filipinos very talented performers, they are also VERY nice people.

[@ericrollings]

I asked my Filipina gf to marry me this evening. Filipinos are the kindest, warmest people I have ever encountered. She has made me a better person.

[@francoa.9646]

@@ericrollings I concur, my fiancée is from Mindanao. 💖Philippines 🇵🇭

[@aloysiusneumeyer171]

God bless that guy he deserves everything he makes coming from where he comes from a true rags to riches story

[@mylatablan1516]

ARNEL is a funny guy, I like him, great voice and a great band JOURNEY, I never knew this band until the discovery of Arnel Pineda, I didnt know they play my favorite song, Open Arms, until they came up w/ Arnel. so now I'm a Journey fan all the way!!

[@august2776]

Me too!!!!!!!!!

[@bhelen55]

We love you Arnel you're great.

[@davidtsmith33]

This guy is really good.

[@pogiepts]

Congratulations Journey...you're soaring high! Keep it up I'm your big fans. Let's rock 'n roll

[@ChuckEarnest]

This story really reminds me of that movie Rockstar. DAMN he can sing!

[@danneyboy1000]

This is awesome if people see like I do as an American living in the Philippines what talent just goes to such waste and to see one make it like this is heart fulfilling.I just hope people realize how great the Filipino people are and what they can give to the music industry now.

[@colodude1]

Loved Steve Perry as lead singer in the original Journey but gotta say I think Arnel Pineda is AMAZING. JOURNEY is back and stronger than before. Arnel brings such great quality vocals (Perry-esque but yet all his own), an amazing youthful energy and vibrant talent to the group. Congratulations guys and hope you are around for a long, long time.

[@Jillyc2077]

I have seen them twice....once with CHEAP TRICK....sold out and once with HEART...sold out.....crowd was NUTS for them.....Arnel is soulful and humble and shows great talent!!

[@Dan-usa1]

Man, this guy has a AWESOME VOICE!...JOURNEY should be HAPPY with this GUY!..

[@jobayhonan]

LOVE you arnel keep it up!!

[@jay64stang]

This makes me like Journey even MORE. These guys sound amazing with this new singer because he sounds just like Steve Perry, which is the sound of Journey. Steve Perry rocked and still does because thats essentially him on stage.

[@segishinichi9293]

He is so good

[@stumpmtsr]

Lastnight I saw the concert they performed in Manila and all I can say is wow! Arnel was an amazing performer. You can tell he puts all heart into his singing. I don't think I have seen an artist pay so much attention to the audience as he did. Do I miss Steve? Of course. But Arnel is a fitting replacement and should be welcomed with "open arms".....no pun intended.

[@jreinel1966]

I'm glad for journey and very happy for arnel!

[@honeylet80]

Arnel comes across as a friendly, open, energetic and talented guy, someone who can work the crowd in a way that the other band members can't. The others can wow with their playing skills but Journey's music needs a relatible person at the forefront. Pineda fits that very well.

[@lorrainereale1429]

This guy is great!! Journey has always been my fav. Band.

[@mariecaswell4978]

Amazing, truly amazing voice Arnel!!! Kudos!!!

[@tacomadc]

I think Arnel is great! He brings such a fresh approach and energy to the music. He must be a national hero back home - lol!

[@kt-wo7uk]

my god in heaven!!! he sounds so much like steven perry that it's kinda erie!!! absolutely fantastic voice!!! love this guy!!!

[@Oneness100]

No, he doesn't. Go compare any LIVE versions of Arnel to Perry. Clean out your ears first. Arnel hacks up the songs because he lacks music training and vocal lessons. He mumbles the verses, and he tends to scream the chorus, and in the middle, he doesn't always have proper phrasing. It's a hack job.

[@kt-wo7uk]

Oneness100 U the only one that thinks so. My ears are fine.

[@Oneness100]

kt No, I'm definitely NOT the only person that thinks the way I think. Ever wonder why they can't sell that many albums anymore with Arnel? The Greatest Hits album from over 30 years ago STILL SELLS 500,000+ copies a year and that's the Steve Perry versions. After all these years, Journey with Steve Perry still outsells anything Arnel has done. You guys are clueless. Arnel is a poser. He's just a copy cat singer. Has he written his own blues song? NOPE. He's just mincing Steve Perry, which doesn't NOT mean you understand a music form like Blues.

[@Oneness100]

kt You should spend time watching videos of Steve Perry and listen to his devoted fans. Any time someone brings up Arnel you get mostly people that can't stand Arnel. Arnel is still with Journey because they can manipulate him and he brings in the Filipino crowd that doesn't have anyone else to idolize in the American rock world. Journey is using this guy to sell albums to a new audience that's no alliance with Steve Perry. Basically stupid people. Filipinos like Arnel because they can relate to him. But others can't. I've talked to older Journey fans that saw Arnel and many of them weren't impressed. Some said he sucked, some said he was just OK, and some didn't care who's singing because they just want to hear their favorite Journey song at a concert because they probably can't tell the difference since they are getting drunk and stoned at concerts and your brain can't tell the difference at that point between good and bad singing.

[@aglayamajorem9546]

Oneness100 Steve wanted out of this band and he doesn't even sing like he used to anymore. Get real and move on - like Steve Perry did.

[@ellaine157]

I will always love Arnel Pineda 🥹🥰✨

[@zackery02]

wow! arnel i open my arms to you.... good luck..

[@kaox44]

Arnel is the perfect fit, the closest thing to a young Steve Perry. Journey will live on!

[@kaox44]

@arnesto rodgers ..."CLASSIC" hack songs. We love it...

[@bennykurtmann]

Incredible voice!

[@markbadillo5145]

arnel is such agreat singer,wow im very impressed....

[@florencemiller7826]

I never stopped believing not when it comes to journey I think they'll find ways to just keep on going God willing, may the Lord bless them and keep them healthy and thank you God for finding Arnel . And I still love Steve Perry too 💓

[@seancasaol5700]

Here from the newest Jo Koy Special!

[@octoberrush63]

I like the fact that they found a good voice to continue playing for the fans. Love their music. Sure we miss Steve Perry and Gregg Rolie not being in the band, but life goes on. Stop and enjoy the ride.

[@boopei]

Exactly! Arnel isn't Steve Perry, but only Steve Perry is Steve Perry. Arnel brings his own energy to the group, and it's great that he sounds similar to Steve but has his own flavor to bring with him. I can't wait to see them live!

[@drunkpilot83]

Humble man... Great singer... Im glad he has the opportunity so now he can help those in need back in his country...

[@InspectorButters4]

From 2yrs homeless to touring with a legendary band!!! F*ck yeah Arnel ur the man and its so cool to see ur "Journey" 😁 up till now

[@edbigtruck]

Arnel and Journey were awesome in concert true fans will be happy that they still get to see Journey and will not be disappointed. Thanks for still giving the fans more and more.

[@publiusvelocitor4668]

Sounds fantastic- he's given the band a second life! I hope in addition to recreating all the old favorites, the band maybe comes out with some new stuff. The guy's got enough talent!

[@SJ-ty5rw]

All they can do is relive the old hits . Arnel doesn't have the writing chemistry that Perry-Cain-Schon had .

[@melindadomingo4458]

ARNEL PINEDA. A LEGEND 😍😍😍 IN THE PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭 🇵🇭 🇵🇭 MABUHAY ANG PILIPINAS. 🇵🇭

[@thecheesepizzadiet]

such an inspiration. his voice makes you weep. So powerful!

[@onyourmarkphoto]

This was divine intervention. An established rock band open minded enough to know they had more music and entertainment to give and yet not so arrogant that they tried to make due with any old singer or reinvent themselves with a new singer. People want that tone, that sound, that feeling they had when they first heard these tunes and yet still want that same tone and sound for future memories too. What a great success story for all.

[@epgomez]

arnel is good. he sings well and the vocal range is awesome. the recording speaks for itself. perfect pitch and good nasal sound. good rock tenor voice.

[@mamajogarcia423]

yes. his soo amazing

[@nightingalefaith7371]

My favorite singer. God bless and stay humble.

[@aharon59]

Arnel is brilliant and his story is so amazing in itself...........I guess it must be difficult for Steves` fans to see him so totally replaced, but really Arnell has an amazing voice and can do the job. I say...............just enjoy it and if you don`t? Sit in a dark room and hug your old record collection :0)

[@louisianna5524]

He has a Brilliant Voice just like Steve Very close in range, they couldn't have picked any better Well done Arnel Oh an bbn I've been a fan of theres since the beginning

[@bettydamnboop3030]

You have a beautiful voice.

[@flowerintherain6956]

same goes to Arnel, " DON'T STOP BELIEVING"