"Over the years, Journey has always been about the music and the fans first. There's been some recent press and speculation that doesn't reflect the full picture. Touring at this level involves many moving parts, and decisions are made collectively with our team, including management, agents, and promoters."
"For clarity, no one was ever prevented by me from making their own personal decisions. At the same time, we were all advised by our representatives that there are contractual obligations tied to touring that need to be honored."
"Back in 2024, I said to them, 'If you're planning to do a farewell tour, you better tell me, because my issues and my personal problems are getting more intense, and I don't know if I want to go with you.'"
Neal Schon responded to Arnel Pineda's comments about wanting to exit the 'Final Frontier Tour.' Schon stated that Journey prioritizes music and fans, and decisions are made collectively. He acknowledged the pressures of touring and expressed respect for each member's contributions. Schon clarified that no one was prevented from making personal decisions but noted contractual obligations must be honored. Pineda had previously expressed dissatisfaction with the tour schedule and his personal challenges, including health issues related to cold weather.
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