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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Ask your average muso/journalist/critic what they think of Journey and they'll most likely smirk and refuse to dignify your question with an answer.
'Serious' music fans couldn't possibly admit that they like the middle-of-the-road, anthemic American crap that Journey so obviously represent.
Of course, Radiohead, Oasis, Pixies, Arctic Monkeys, The Smiths and numerous other bands have got the 'thumbs up' from the gods of cool music, but as far as I'm concerned, they can all go and stick their opinions where the sun doesn't shine!
I don't want to sit in internet chatrooms discussing what the lyrics of a certain song mean. I don't want to read some pretentious review of how existentialism, Picasso and fish fingers have obviously had an influence on a band's output.
No, Journey's lyrics aren't profound. No, the band never received an Ivor Novello. No, they would never have been nominated for the Mercury Prize. So what?
Sometimes I just want to hear some good music that I can let go to. Music that sounds great when you're in the car, the windows are down and the sun is shining. Music that felt good when I was 14 and feels just as good now.
I like Oasis, The Pixies and Radiohead, but I LOVE THIS!
Don't stop believing, fashionistas.
'Serious' music fans couldn't possibly admit that they like the middle-of-the-road, anthemic American crap that Journey so obviously represent.
Of course, Radiohead, Oasis, Pixies, Arctic Monkeys, The Smiths and numerous other bands have got the 'thumbs up' from the gods of cool music, but as far as I'm concerned, they can all go and stick their opinions where the sun doesn't shine!
I don't want to sit in internet chatrooms discussing what the lyrics of a certain song mean. I don't want to read some pretentious review of how existentialism, Picasso and fish fingers have obviously had an influence on a band's output.
No, Journey's lyrics aren't profound. No, the band never received an Ivor Novello. No, they would never have been nominated for the Mercury Prize. So what?
Sometimes I just want to hear some good music that I can let go to. Music that sounds great when you're in the car, the windows are down and the sun is shining. Music that felt good when I was 14 and feels just as good now.
I like Oasis, The Pixies and Radiohead, but I LOVE THIS!
Don't stop believing, fashionistas.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
After being introduced to Journey through one of their best songs - "Don't Stop Believing" - featuring in an episode of Scrubs (Series 3, Episode 2 - My Journey), I sampled a few songs from the net. After realising how damn good this stuff was, I just had to buy it!
The Essential Journey is a collection of superb tunes that fit in with the superb Rock Era of the late 70's-80's. Steve Perry delivers fantastic vocals, while the mouthwateringly groovy guitar solos feed your ears with some of the best Rock I have ever heard.
The Essential Journey is a collection of superb tunes that fit in with the superb Rock Era of the late 70's-80's. Steve Perry delivers fantastic vocals, while the mouthwateringly groovy guitar solos feed your ears with some of the best Rock I have ever heard.
For all of my life, I have been an avid Genesis fan and couldn't get enough of the classic rock Era (with the great Phil Collins). All of this time wondering what the hell America had produced during the same revolution in music. Now my question has finally been answered!
This album compilation zooms right to the top of my collection to sit beside the multiple Genesis albums I own.
One of the best
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Everything you ever wanted from Steve Perry and Journey is here in this excellent double collection. Steve Perry has been a favourite of mine since the early 80's and always sounded good on his own with the likes of his album Street Talk. Put him with Journey and you will think you are in Musical Paradise, absoutely superb, one for your Best Of collection.
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The Essential Journey..
WOW...this is by far my favourite CD of all time, what legends...there are so many songs on this CD and they are all fantastic...its a must have for any collector...
Published 20 days ago by Cat Man
My slightly bumpy Journey
There is no doubting the well produced and professional big sound of Journey. They soar through this double collection with ease, the supreme vocals adding to the exhilarating... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Tim Kidner
Brilliant Music
The wife had mentioned that she liked a few songs from the band,Journey,so I had a look on here and found this,reasonably priced,for a stocking filler from the kids,for... Read more
Published on 7 Jan 2010 by M. Alinden
journey best of
What a blast from the past... I wouldn't say ageless - but you never fail to appreciate their energy, the voice and lyrics... well and truly a great purchase!!!
Published on 26 Sep 2009 by Jan H. Coetsee
Fantastic
Superb overview of the Steve Perry years and covering all of the most successful Journey albums this cd is a must. Read more
Published on 3 Jun 2009 by S. K. FLORA
Every song top notch, bar one..top, top, rock.
Exactly, where has dear old blighty been when this superb front rank rock band were doing their stuff, it's incredible! Read more
Published on 22 Dec 2008 by E. Coolican
Journey - A must have collection
Bought this on the strength of one track, "Who's Crying Now", so much played on radio and so over-used on those freebie compilations with the Sunday Papers. Read more
Published on 10 Dec 2004
Americanos
This is a great collection of songs and prfectly showcases Journey as one of the best acts of their genre. Read more
Published on 12 Oct 2003 by Mr. S. Colbert
DON'T STOP BELIEVIN'
This set of songs sums up the excellent talents of a high class rock band, a must for the journey fan or people that like amazing rock music.
Published on 24 April 2002 by petewig
DON'T MISS THIS JOURNEY!
An excellant album that will replace your greatest hits collection and album tracks to cover all tastes and keep most Journey fans reasonably happy with the songs chosen for the... Read more
Published on 27 Jan 2002 by I Watkinson
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