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Journey Star's Exit Drama Unveiled
8 Apr
Summary
- Pineda alleges band scheduled tour without his consultation.
- Contractual obligations with AEG prohibit touring without Pineda.
- Schon denies preventing any member from leaving the band.
Vocalist Arnel Pineda has surfaced internal disputes surrounding Journey's farewell tour, detailing alleged unilateral scheduling decisions by his bandmates. Pineda claims he was not consulted on the 60-date tour, which he says was scheduled despite his expressed desire to take time off due to age and personal issues. He further alleges his bandmates ignored his attempts to communicate dissatisfaction and his subsequent notifications of wanting to leave the group and retire.
Guitarist Neal Schon addressed the speculation, stating that touring decisions are made collectively with the band's team. While acknowledging that members may experience different pressures, Schon asserted that he personally did not prevent anyone from making their own choices. Both musicians highlighted a contractual agreement with live entertainment giant AEG, which reportedly binds the band to Pineda for touring purposes. Schon emphasized that all parties were advised of their contractual obligations that must be fulfilled.
