Because of the strength of the number three single "Oh Sherrie," the rest of Steve Perry's first solo album was somewhat overlooked, even though it managed to put three other songs into the Top 40. Even with Journey's power ballad formula draping every runny lyric and mawkish keyboard stretch, Perry was able to make the album sound relatively steadfast and sincere all the while. "Oh Sherrie" deserves it's chart placing, accentuating Perry's vocal power, especially throughout the explosive chorus. Both "Foolish Heart" and "She's Mine" aren't as strong, but they do provide the same type of romantically florid appeal that made "Open Arms" and "Faithfully" hits for Journey, minus the sturdiness of his former band. "I Believe" is pulled along by a catchy melody and highlighted by Steve Douglas' sax playing, but songs like "Strung Out" and "Running Alone" begin to drown in sugary currents of insipid fluff. Steve Perry does a respectable job in producing the album though, and the overall package comes off rather clean and bright. Street Talk proves that Perry's song writing and vocal prowess is worthy of its acclaim, but the musicianship that accompanies him throughout the album is noticeably weaker than what he is used to. ~ Mike DeGagne
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Recorded at Record One, Los Angeles, California.
Personnel: Steve Perry (vocals); Michael Landau, Waddy Wachtel, Billy Steele, Craig Hull (guitar); Steve Douglas (tenor saxophone); Bill Cuomo (piano, keyboards, synthesizer); Robert Greenidge (piano); Randy Goodrum (Fender Rhodes piano, drum programming); Steve Goldstein, Sterling Smith (keyboards); Duane Hitchings (synthesizer); Chuck Domanico (upright bass); Bryan Garofalo, Kevin McCormick , Bob Glaub (bass guitar); Larrie Londin (drums, percussion); Craig Krampf (drums).
Personnel: Steve Perry (vocals); Michael Landau, Craig Hull, Billy Steele, Waddy Wachtel (guitar); Steve Douglas (saxophone); Billy Cuomo (piano, synthesizer) Randy Goodrum (Fender Rhodes piano); Steve Goldstein, Sterling Smith (keyboards); Duane Hitchings (synthesizer); Chuck Domanico (acoustic bass); Bob Glaub, Kevin McCormick, Brian Garafolo (bass); Larrie Londin (drums, percussion); Craig Krampf (drums).
Great Remaster! Great for the original songs, which sound fresh and vibrant. The real treat is for the bonus tracks, which include Alien Project demos. It's easy to see why Herbie Herbert was dying to get Perry hooked up with Neil Schon and Gregg Rollie. It's also a reminder of how great and unique a vocalist Steve Perry was in the mid and late 70's. Highly recommended! Submitted by BleuStar (Tn, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
Should Have been raised on Radio Fantastic Great Job by singer Steve Perry he Copys Journeys sound with his voice this album could have been raised on radio oh well I guess we should thank pienda But great Job by steve perry for Journeys last album Submitted by Colts1285 (Planet earth) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Great album I bought the original album (without the extra tracks) and it is one of my all time favourites. Steve Perry has a great voice, he's a bit like an american Paul Rodgers. And if you don't know who Paul Rodgers is then check out Free.
I would definately recommend this album. Submitted by carellucas (Perth, australia) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Steve Perry's Finest. This is a great CD from a great Singer. Steve's band is awesome as well. For his first solo effort this is well written and musically perfect. Another must have CD Submitted by musicmafia (Portland, Oregon, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo This review is for a different format.
Great CD This is a good cd of Steve Perry.He has the best voice in the musis business. Submitted by JLynnSpring (Pascagoula,Mississippi) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo This review is for a different format.
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