Guitar Techniques

JOURNEY’S NEAL SCHON

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Journey was formed in 1973 in San Francisco, California by ex-Santana guitarist Neal Schon, the only original member left in the line-up. The band’s most successful period was in the 1980s, where Schon featured alongside singer Steve Perry, bassist Ross Valory, keyboard player Jonathan Cain, and drummer Steve Smith. This era saw the release of legendary songs such as Don’t Stop Believin’, Any Way You Want It, and Open Arms.

Journey in many ways epitomise

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