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I am captivated by the story of the new lead singer for the band Journey, Arnel Pineda. They interviewed the band on the Sunday Morning Show this morning.
Journey's founder found Arnel, who was born and lived in the Philippines, on You Tube. He was in a cover band in the Philippines and a fan had loaded up several songs from their performances.
One thing led to another and Arnel was asked to come to California to audition to be the new lead singer for Journey.
Arnel had been, at times, homeless, eating street scraps, and sleeping on benches. Now he is the lead singer for Journey and he was found on You Tube.
This a fascinating. But there is more.
The other Journey band members are so jazzed about Arnel - his spirit, his passion, his story - that they feel invigorated and renewed as creative artists. In the Sunday Morning interview, one band member said that knowing Arnel makes him want to be a better human being.
They have released a three CD set that includes 11 new songs (comes out Tuesday).
I am blown away by the butterfly effect in action here. Imagine all the little flaps that occurred to make this happen. What are the odds?
Crazy-wonderful things can happen when we - and those around us - flap, flap, flap.
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nice comments...bravo arnel
Posted by: ricky | June 04, 2008 at 07:39 PM
The most stunning effect of Arnel's continuously flapping his wings to survive is the hope that people is now seeing. The light at the end of the tunnel! Specially for Filipinos who, since time in memorial only depend on hope and promise of better tomorrow. Yes, a small flap of butterfly's wing can change the weather and change the world. Arnel's flapping change the attitude and outlook of people.
Posted by: Edong | June 07, 2008 at 11:05 AM
I think Arnel Pineda's story is inpirational,and it shows kindness from the journey band for
not looking at Arnel's physical but rather talent and the bands love to the music and fans who continious to support and watch them on live concert. Cheers to the four of you,and the new,Arnel Pineda! God Bless Always!
Posted by: jo remo | July 08, 2008 at 12:18 AM
It's nice to read real life inspirational stories like this esp. at a time like this when our world is all about instant gratification. The fact that it synchronized so smoothly how their lives would cross paths - Journey trying to resolve their personal & band issues while Arnel living and shaping up to be the character and talent that he is now - it's so unreal. Thanks for the post!
Posted by: Claire | July 08, 2008 at 08:44 PM
I saw Journey last night in San Diego...All I can say is This man can sing...he has the energy and he is anispiration to all Filipinos.
My wife is a Pinay and she encouraged me to take her...I wasn't beliver...now I know...Don't Stop Belivin'
Posted by: Sowlman | July 16, 2008 at 07:51 PM
Arnel's story is an inspiration to many. Never stop believing and your dreams will come true. Thanks for this encouraging post.
Posted by: Rental Property Management | October 26, 2009 at 11:58 PM
Why "Journey" chooses Arnel Pineda as lead singer, he is still too young to be the leader of this interesting band.
Posted by: buy viagra | July 16, 2010 at 03:55 PM
He's great. It's good that his life changed now after taking the lead on the band.
Posted by: Lead Generation | July 18, 2010 at 02:37 AM
Good job Arnel!
Posted by: Catherine | July 18, 2010 at 02:39 AM