firestone farms journey tribute band

E 5 C 4 P 3 - Escape - The Journey Tribute

Firestone farms view all concerts, aug 26, 2023.

Find a place to stay

Upcoming concerts from similar artists.

Private Wedding

Quaker Hall LLC

Live Photos

What fans are saying

Share Event

About the venue.

E 5 C 4 P 3 - Escape - The Journey Tribute Biography

• Community News
• National News
• International News
• Local Sports
• High School Sports
• Sports Columns
• Ohio Sports
• National Sports
• Burton Cole
• Patty Kimerer
• Classifieds
• Letters to the Editor
• Guest columnists
• Brenda J. Linert
• Submit News
• Statement of Values
• Terms of Service
• Browse notices
• Place a notice

• Today's Paper

Subscribe Today

Music is free and plentiful this summer.

After a year that knocked out nearly all summer park concerts and a second season that left a few communities still on the sidelines, there is no shortage of opportunities to enjoy free music under the sun (hopefully) this summer.

Here’s a rundown of some of the free concert options in the surrounding area with at least one performance available nearly every day between now and mid-to-late-August.

Austintown Concerts In The Park

Concerts take place at Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays.

June 7 — Sunshine Riders

June 14 — Train Wreck

June 21 — Cin City & the Saints

June 28 — Canfield Community Concert Band

July 5 — Blakeman & Harrington

July 12 — The Vegas Band

July 19 — Youngstown Area Community Concert Band

July 26 — The Wrangler Band

Aug. 2 — Leanne Binder

Aug. 9 — Jim Frank Combo

Aug. 16 — Sound Bite

Aug. 23 — Vintage Vinyl

Aug. 30 — Blue Siren

Sept. 6 — Guys Without Ties

Sept. 13 — Girard Swing Time Band

Sept. 20 — Border Ride

Sept. 27 — Erie Heights Brass Ensemble

Beaver Township Music In The Park

Concerts generally are scheduled on Wednesdays at Woodworth Park, 255 Warren Ave., Beaver, and start at 7 p.m.

June 1 — Jim Frank Combo

June 8 — The Cue

June 15 — R.M.J. Express

June 22 — Boardman High School Jazz Band

June 29 — Stambaugh Chorus

July 6 — The Swingtime Band

July 13 — The Vegas Band

July 20 — Celebration

July 27 — Guys Without Ties

Aug. 3 — Vintage Vinyl

Aug. 10 — Common Ground

Aug. 17 — Davis & Henner

Aug. 24 — Kelly Kreidler Dunlap

Boardman Park

Concerts start at 7 p.m. at Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre at Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road. For more information, call 330-726-8107.

June 9 — Guys Without Ties

June 16 — Girard Swingtime Band

June 23 — John Reese Trio

June 30 — BHS Jazz Band

July 7 — Youngstown Area Community Concert Band

July 14 — Decades

July 21 — Dueling Pianos

July 28 — Celebration

Aug. 4 — Del Sinchak

Aug. 11 — The Wrangler Band

Aug. 18 — Leanne Binder and Rajma

Buhl Farm Park

Concert Series

Concerts take place in the Performing Arts Center at Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. Wednesday concerts start at 6:30 p.m., and Sunday performances start at 6 p.m. unless specified otherwise. For weather-related cancellations, check the park’s Facebook page or call 724-981-5522, Ext. 103, after 4 p.m.

June 5 — John Reese & Backbeat

June 8 — Juvenile Characteristics

June 12 — Rhythm Express

June 15 — Buhl Community Band

June 19 — Rain date TBA

June 22 — Re-Issue

June 26 — Chardon Polka Band

June 29 — Youngstown Community Band

July 3 — 2nd Avenue Project

July 6 — Blue Fish Jam

July 10 — The Four Kings & Queen

July 13 — Del Sinchak Band

July 17 — Mercer Community Band

July 20 — County Mayo

July 24 — Wrangler Band

July 27 — Legends

July 31 — The Dorals

Aug. 3 — Take II Band

Aug. 7 — The Liverpool Lads

Aug. 10 — Max Schang Band

Aug. 14 — Grant Street Exit

Aug. 17 — Pipe Dreams

Aug 21 — Barbecue Picnic in the Park with Jack Lindey at 3 p.m. and Jersey at 6 p.m.

Aug. 24 — Rain date TBA

Aug. 28 — Chris Higbee

Aug. 31 — Rain date TBA

Campbell Music In The Park

Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Roosevelt Park, Sycamore Drive.

June 2 — John Grahovic

June 9 — Cin City & the Saints

June 16 — Steve Fazzini

June 23 — Del Sinchak

June 30 — Rex Taneri

July 7 — Phil Gonzalez

July 14 — Mahoning Valley Button Box

July 21 — Justified

July 28 — Jim Frank

Aug. 4 — Bill Bevec

Aug. 11 — John Grahovic

Aug. 18 — Cin City & the Saints

Aug. 25 — Rex Taneri

Sept. 1 — Little Rock Country

Canfield Summer Concert Series On The Green

Concerts starts at 7 p.m. Mondays on the Village Green on state Route 46.

June 6 — Canfield Community Band

June 13 — The Del Sinchak Band

June 20 — Jim Frank Combo

June 27 — Justiifed

July 11 — Rex Taneri Combo

July 18 — Mickey Dee Combo

July 25 — The Bill Bevec Combo

Aug. 1 — Dixieland Dandies

Aug. 8 — Girard Community Band

Aug. 15 — Jim Pop

Concerts In The Courtyard

Concerts are scheduled on Saturdays at Town Center at Firestone Farms, 101 TownCenterAve., Columbiana

June 4 — 80s Proof from 6 to 9 p.m.

June 18 — 52nd St. Stranger-A Tribute to Billy Joel from 7 to 9 p.m.

June 25 — Cin City & the Saints from 6 to 9 p.m.

July 2 — Chardon Polka Band from 7 to 9 p.m.

July 9 — Out of Eden (Eagles tribute) from 6:30 to 10 p.m.

July 16 — Old Skool from 7 to 9 p.m.

July 23 — E5C4P3 (Journey tribute) from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

July 30 — Conkle 15-piece Jamboree from 7 to 9 p.m.

Aug. 6 — Jimmy and the Soul Blazers from 7 to 9 p.m.

Aug. 13 — The Wrangler Band from 6 to 9 p.m.

Aug. 20 — On the Rocks from 5 to 7 p.m. and Beatlemania Magic from 8 to 10 p.m.

Aug. 27 — Cheeseburgers in Paradise from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Sept. 3 — John Reese and the Backbeat Band from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Sept. 10 — Rudy and the Professionals from 7 to 9 p.m.

Sept. 17 — Midlife Crisis from 7 to 9 p.m.

Harding Park

Concerts take place at Harding Park’s Bandstand, 249 Roosevelt Drive, Hubbard Township, from 6 to 8 p.m. Sundays.

June 5 — Frank Capri

June 12 — Jim Frank

June 19 — Richard Sesco

June 26 — Justified

July 3 — Music at Madison

July 10 — Take II

July 17 — Bill Bevec

July 24 — Jim Frank Combo

July 31 — Del Sinchak Band

Aug. 7 — Frank Capri

Aug. 14 — Rex Taneri

Aug. 21 — Richard Wilkins Trio

Aug. 28 — The Dixie Dandies

Howland Parks

Seven concerts are planned at 6 p.m. Sundays at Howland Community Park, 2000 Rosegarden Drive NE.

June 12 — Speed Limit

June 26 — Take II

July 10 — Full House

July 17 — Erie Brass Ensemble

July 24 — Justified

Aug. 14 — Howland Tiger Marching Band

Aug. 28 — Top Notes

Jazz In The Park

The jazz concert series runs from 3 to 7 p.m. Sundays in Wick Park, 260 Park Ave., Youngstown.

July 10 — Dave Thomas Band

July 17 — Forecast

July 24 — Willie Ross and His Jazz Disciples

July 31 — Arielle and Friends

Aug. 7 — John Reese Project

Aug. 14 — Milton Ruffin Project

Aug.21 — To be announced

Aug. 28 — Vonn James

Sept. 4 — Hubbs Groove

Kinsman Music In The

Garden Series

The Kinsman Free Public Library, 6420 Church St., Kinsman, will offer outdoor concerts in its garden. Concertgoers are encouraged to check the library’s Facebook page for up-to-date information on weather-related cancellations.

June 5 — Cortland Community Band at 2 p.m.

July 20 — Found Sounds at 5:45 p.m.

Aug. 12 — Andy & Judy at 6 p.m.

Live! At The Morley

Mill Creek MetroParks features concerts at the Judge Morley Pavilion in the Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown, at 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

June 8 — 3ThreeYo

June 15 — John Reese Project

July 13 — Justified

July 20 — Del Sinchak Band

Aug. 10 — Swing Time Big Band

Aug. 17 — K Street

McDonald Concert Series

Programs start at 7 p.m. Thursdays at Ramsay Memorial Pavilion , Fifth Street and Ohio Avenue.

July 7 — Dixieland Dandies

July 14 — Jim Frank Combo

July 21 — Rex Taneri Combo

July 28 — Bill Bevec Combo

Aug. 4 — Justified

Aug. 11 — Mahoning Valley Button Box Club

McKinley Memorial Library

Concerts take place on the lawn of the McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles. All concerts start at 6:30 p.m. unless specified otherwise. Call 330-652-1704 for more information.

June 9 — Strawberry Festival with the Girard Swing Band

June 16 — John Reese Project

June 23 — Cortland Community Band

July 7 — Random Strangers

July 21 — Full House Band

July 28 — Friends of Library Annual Picnic at 5 p.m. with Cin City & the Saints

W.D. Packard Concert Band Summer Lawn Concerts

The W.D. Packard Concert Band brings the music outdoors in the summer with outdoor concerts at the south lawn bandshell at Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren. The summer season includes performances by the full band as well as the Big Band Sound of Packard, the Packard Dixieland Band and Brass Metropolis, a Chicago tribute band that features members of the Packard band. Concerts start at 7 p.m. unless specified otherwise

June 5 — “Celebrate Summer”: W.D. Packard Concert Band with Galen S. Karriker, guest conductor and Todd Gaffke, alto saxophone

June 19 — “Horns-A-Plenty”: W.D. Packard Concert Band with Stephen L. Gage, conductor, and Sean Yancer, French horn

July 4 — “4th of July Spectacular”: Brass Metropolis at 5 p.m. and the W.D. Packard Concert Band with Stephen L. Gage, conductor, and Helen Welch, vocalist, at 8 p.m. with fireworks immediately following the concert.

July 10 — “Big Band Bash”: Big Band Sound of Packard with Daniel Carioti, director, and Helen Welch, vocalist

July 17 — “Summer Night Music”: W.D. Packard Concert Band with Jeffrey D. Gershman, guest conductor

July 23 — Packard Dixieland Band with Daniel Carioti, director, performing for the National Packard Museum Car Show at noon and 1:30 p.m.

Aug. 7 — “Fun Music”: W.D. Packard Concert Band with Frank Tracz, guest conductor, and Aaron Scott, clarinet

Aug. 21 — “Summer Finale”: W.D. Packard Concert Band with Stephen L. Gage, conductor

Poland Concert Series

The village will offer concerts at 7 p.m. Mondays at the Gazebo on the Village Green at Main Street.

June 13 — Mahoning Valley Button Box Club

June 20 — Rex Taneri Band

June 27 — Bill Bevec Band

July 11 — Dixieland Dandies

July 18 — A Night of Jazz

July 25 — Jim Frank Combo

Aug. 1 — Justified

Aug. 8 — Del Sinchak Band

Salem Summer

Most concerts are scheduled Sundays at Waterworth Memorial Park, East School Street, Salem, and start at 6 p.m. unless specified otherwise.

June 3 — Salem Quaker City Band at 7 p.m.

June 5 — Manhattan

June 12 — Savoy Big Band

June 19 — Backbeat with John Reese

June 26 — Salem Quaker City Band

July 10 — Aftermath “Experience the Sixties”

July 17 — Youngstown Saxon Band

July 24 — Frankie Scinta

July 29 — Salem Quaker City Band at 7 p.m.

July 31 — Jukebox Saturday Night

Aug. 7 — The Wrangler Band

Aug. 14 — Salem High School alumni night with The Ovation Band

Aug. 21 — Out of Eden (Eagles tribute)

Aug. 28 — The Labra Brothers

Struthers Summer Concert Series

A few slots still need to be filled for both the concert series and the movie nights, both in Mauthe Park, 156 Smithfield St. Thursday concerts start at 6 p.m. Movies start at dusk with entertainment preceding them at 7 p.m.

June 3 — Movie night with Candace Campana at 7 p.m., followed by the movie “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”

June 16 — Vintage Vinyl

July 14 — To be announced

July 15 — Movie night to be announced

July 28 — To be announced

Aug. 5 — Movie night to be announced

Aug. 11 — Bob Noble

Vienna Sunday

Concerts start at 6 p.m. Sundays at the Bicentennial Gazebo, 4275 Warren Sharon Road just west of state Route 193. In the event of rain, concerts will be moved to St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Center.

July 10 — Guys Without Ties

July 17 — Rudy and the Professionals

July 24 — Frank Worley “Elvis Lives”

July 31 — Full House

Aug. 7 — Summer of 65 Band

Aug. 14 — Good Question

Warren Farmers Market

Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County will provide free entertainment for the weekly farmers market, which runs from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays on the grounds of the Kinsman House, 303 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. Performers are planned every week until October, but only the lineup through June was confirmed by press time.

June 7 — Paulie Hayes

June 14 — Rich Rollo

June 21 — Mike Gilliam

June 28 — Damian Knapp

Today's breaking news and more in your inbox

• Daily Newsletter
• Breaking News

‘Six Ages’ moved to 2025 season

Mary Faktor’s one-woman show “The Six Ages of Women” has been rescheduled for Mother’s Day at the Robins ...

Crowder releases his ‘Exile’ and readies his ‘Return’

Crowder’s latest release, “The Exile,” is the middle chapter in a trilogy that started with “Milk & ...

Mahoning Valley arts and entertainment

Art ASHTABULA ARTS CENTER, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula: “Karen Maizel: Beyond Language,” through Sept. 28 with ...

AAC gallery features collage art from Karen Maizel

Collages by Karen Maizel are on display this month at the Ashtabula Arts Center gallery. Maizel received a ...

TNT finds laughter on the ‘23rd Floor’

NILES — Early in “Laughter on the 23rd Floor,” Lucas directly addresses the audience about his first week as ...

Youngstown Rotary plans Beerfest kickoff Sept. 19

The Rotary Club of Youngstown will have a kickoff event for its annual Beerfest from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.. Sept. 19 at ...

Starting at $2.99/week.

Firestone Farms Concerts in the Courtyard all Summer

TownCenter at Firestone Farms is a unique outdoor shopping, dining, and business destination with a relaxed yet sophisticated 1930’s Harvey S. Firestone inspired atmosphere.

Our picturesque Courtyard features our Clock Tower and fountain, with plenty of places to sit and relax,or enjoy our many games, including checkers, chess, giant Jenga, bocce, and Connect 4.

TownCenter hosts outdoor concerts, movie nights, and seasonal events & festivals in our Courtyard and at “Harvey’s House” (the half a house), which features a stage and two outdoor big screens.

FOR SPECIFIC STAGE TIMES: https://firestonefarms.org/

SCHEDULE FOR 2021

June 12 - 80's Proof

June 19 - Cin City & The Saints Band

June 26 - Howard Howell Experience

July 3 - The Chardon Polka Band

July 10 - The Conkle Brothres

July 10 - E5C4PE - Journey Tribute Band

July 17 - John Reese and Backbeat

July 24 - Brent Bregar Music

July 24 - Out of Eden Eagles Tribute

July 31 - Labra Brothers

Aug 7 - 52nd St Stranger - Billy Joel Tribute

Aug 14 - Nick Kerpsack Music

Aug 14 - Beatlemania Magic

Aug 20 - Midlife Crisis

Aug 21 - Jimmy and the Soul Blazers

Aug 27 - Conkle Brothers

Aug 28 - Brent Bregar Music

Aug 28 - Cheeseburgers in Paradise - (Jimmy Buffet Tribute)

Sept 4- The Wrangler Band

Sept 11 - Rudy and the Professionals

Sponsored Content

Top 10 Best Journey Tribute Bands

• February 14, 2022

Share Post:

For many people, Journey is more than just a rock band.

In fact, Journey might be considered the ultimate rock band of its time with classic, unforgettable hit songs like Lovin’, Touchin’, Squeezin’, Open Arms, Wheel in the Sky, and the universally acclaimed and staggeringly popular power ballad Don’t Stop Believin’.

What started out as a group for backing other artists in the early 1970s became a rock n’ roll sensation that, to this day, still gets their audience’s pulses racing with every high-power performance. The band continues to be be popular and tour to this day, and now features a revamped lineup, with Arnel Pineda responsible for the epic lead vocals of original vocalist, Steve Perry.

Suffice it to say, after millions of records sold, thousands of concerts held, and more than a dozen singles in the Top 40 Billboard Charts in the United States, Journey remains strong in every rock enthusiast’s heart. Of course, that means Journey is ripe for a tribute!

There are lots of Journey tribute bands across the United States, and the rest of the world. These are the Top 10 best, in our editorial opinion, of course, based on the information we could find on the band, their videos online and their current activity level.

A quick note about our list: we’ve made every effort to be accurate about names, dates and performance spots of these great bands. Unfortunately, old web data, the occasional spotty band website as well as lineup changes during the COVID-19 pandemic may have thrown our research for a bit of a loop (feel free to write and update us if you spot an error!)

If you’re looking for the best Journey tribute band for your event that sounds nearly as spectacular as the original, take a look at our list of the best Journey tribute bands of all time! You can’t go wrong with any of them!

Top 10 List of the Ultimate Journey Tribute Bands

# 1 – e5c4p3.

Our choice for the absolute BEST Journey tribute band of all time was close, but this incredible “Steve Perry” clone cements the deal: E5C4P3 (pronounced, “Escape”!) is among the first Journey tribute bands ever to exist.

Formed in 1993 , the band went on a whirlwind tour that’s never truly stopped, traveling the world to revive the same energy and spirit that Journey has brought to its fans.

Band founder Jason Kelty , a Steve Perry impersonator who formed E5C4P3 before “tribute bands” were a thing, provides the spot-on, letter-perfect lead vocals. His amazing singing voice contributes to a nostalgic concert experience for Journey fans from start to finish.

Bassist and vocalist Paul Soos provides the counterpoint lead vocals of Journey songs originally voiced by Gregg Rolie. Paul too learned music early on, fronted bands of his own and joined forces with the incredible Jason Kelty to form the very difficult-to-type E5C4P3. The combination of Paul’s and Jason’s voices gives this Journey tribute a real one-two vocal punch.

George McGrew , the band’s guitarist and vocalist, is an experienced and talented musician, having learned to play musical instruments from a very young age, and keyboardist Erney Chaney has been playing the piano since he was a child. In the 80s, he co-founded a popular Christian rock band called “Twenty Twenty”. In 2009 he performed keyboards for Strat5, who was awarded at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Ohio as Fortune Magazine’s “Best Band in Corporate America”.

Drummer Billy Jones has over three decades of drums experience and has performed across the country, Canada, and overseas.

Together, the band continues to define the meaning of the perfect tribute in every packed venue, thanks to their renditions of fan favorites like Open Arms, Separate Ways, and Faithfully . Some of their recent shows include Cleveland and Pittsburgh, and they regularly perform around Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.

If you want a band that upholds Journey’s musical legacy and can take your rock experience to a whole new level, don’t sleep on E5C4P3.

Want to Book the #1 Journey Tribute Band?

# 2 – Voyage

VOYAGE is a respected Journey tribute band filled with veteran musicians and brings the most unified, complete Journey experience

The lead vocalist, Hugo Valenti , is best known for his uncanny resemblance to Steve Perry, both in visuals and in sound. It’s the next best thing to the signature sound of renowned vocalist Steve Perry. Seeing him onstage feels like being transported back to the 80s and watching the original lineup perform – a true concert experience for anyone who loves Journey.

Prior to his position as lead vocalist for VOYAGE, singer Hugo was initially the frontman for the band Valentine, which debuted in 1990 on Warner Brothers records.

Other members of the band include Robby Hoffman, Lance Millard, Greg Smith, and Dana Spellman – some of the biggest names in their respective fields. Renowned drummer Charlie Zeleny and keyboardist Al Spinelli also had a brief stint with VOYAGE.

Hoffman previously played lead guitar for In The Pink, a hard rock band based in Boston. Millard leads SIR ELTON, an Elton John tribute band, and he also toured with Fiona and Angel, two 80s rock bands.

Meanwhile, Smith currently provides vocals and plays bass for Ted Nugent . He also has experience doing backup vocals for award-winning artists like Billy Joel and Alice Cooper. Lastly, although Spellman didn’t have any prior rock experience to this, he did teach at Berklee College of Music and has greatly helped VOYAGE perform hundreds of shows across the US.

Together, these world-class New York musicians can sell thousands of tickets and jampack arenas, fairs, and public venues.

Some of their most recent shows include Montclair and Huntington in New Jersey, as well as Bethlehem in Pennsylvania. They’re already scheduled to perform at Atlantic City, Reading, and New York City later this year, so be sure to check those out if you’re interested.

# 3 – Absolute Journey Tribute

Absolute Journey Tribute, also known as AJT, is a Journey tribute band from San Francisco that does its best to stay faithful to the original band.

Each show is an energy-filled, unforgettable performance. AJT makes sure to interact with its audience as possible, even taking the time to do costume changes in between sets to maintain the fun and excitement.

Riccardo Curzi , the lead vocalist, can bring the spirit of Journey alive as he is an absolute dead ringer for the band’s most iconic lead singer, Steve Perry. His incredible high-energy performance will certainly leave a mark on the audience,  being one of the few who can pull off Steve Perry’s vocal range and stage movements during concerts – the same energy that brought the band critical acclaim.

The other band members, Marko Stojanovic, Dan Benezra, Andrew Scola, and Jaden Spanier are just as remarkable, matching up to the original band with fantastic accuracy.

One of the coolest things these guys did is to close for a STYX concert in Quebec back in 2017.

Aside from the usual theaters, festivals, casinos, and corporate events, AJT is one of the few Journey tribute bands that perform internationally, having had shows in Hong Kong, Singapore, Canada, Mexico, Vietnam, and the Caribbean, in addition to the US.

The band is also notable for performing on cruise ships, such as Royal Caribbean International, Disney Cruise Line, and Celebrity Cruises.

If you want to know the date and location of their next shows, be sure to check out their website.

# 4 – DSB

Compared to other tributes on this list, DSB, short for “Don’t Stop Believin” is a relatively recent tribute band, only playing for the first time in 2009. Since then, it has garnered a lot of popularity. Prior to the COVID pandemic, DSB boasted an astonishing tour schedule with approximately 120 shows all over America per year.

With the band’s high-energy performances and accurate renditions of the best Journey songs, it certainly lives up to its self-given title of “World’s Greatest Tribute to Journey.”

Lead vocalist Juan del Castillo has been a professional musician since seemingly since birth. His parents discovered his talent early on and started his voice training at three years old. Juan began his formal career performing in theaters at the tender age of nine.

Roger Cain , (brother of Jonathan Cain of JOURNEY) the lead guitarist, also started music at a young age, learning to strum the guitar as soon as he could reach the cords.

Other band members have included the talented Scotty Kormos on drums, Tony Love on bass, and Henry O’Neill on keyboards.

DSB attributes their success to their faithful renditions of Journey’s performances. They spend hours perfecting their personal take of the sound of Journey and strive to give the fans an accurate mirror of every rhythm and note of the band that they love.

Currently, the band tours the country for every in-demand musical performance. They’ve also partnered with a cruise line to perform on cruise ships bound to Europe and the Caribbean. Some of the places where they’ve already performed include Atlanta and Los Angeles.

# 5 – LIGHTS

Lights may well be the 2nd longest-running tribute band to Journey. Named after Journey’s song about their hometown, this 5-person band has been performing since 2006 for audiences of all ages. They’ve also toured the United States and even overseas, performing in in Asia and the UK.

Although this band is committed to staying true to the sounds that made Journey, they also endeavor to add their unique spirit to the mix and break free from the traditional way of giving tribute. Vocalist Rudy Cardenas , an American Idol vocal finalist, brings a fresh yet timeless take on the iconic stylings of Journey’s Steve Perry.

The band’s other members are equally astounding, with professional musicians Micheal Thompson on drums, Casey McNerney on bass, Jeff Vincent on keyboards, and blazing yet tasteful guitarist Al Estrada, who toured with David Lee Roth in 2018.

The entire band brings energetic performances, amazing note-for-note accuracy, and electrifying sounds that we know and love from Journey. With their lively performances and fresh spirit, they revive Journey’s epic concert atmosphere on every stage.

Interested in booking one of our bands?

CONTACT PROTRIBUTEBANDS.COM TODAY

# 6 – Resurrection

Next on our list of the best Journey tribute bands is Resurrection. Nicknamed The Golden Standard, after which all journey tribute bands are measured, Resurrection is one of the most popular tribute bands working today.

Formed relatively recently in 2014 when the band’s keyboardist and founding members Vic White and Ryan Christopher first played tribute songs to a live audience, the band has grown in popularity and now tours all across the United States.

Lead singer Ryan Christopher nails Journey’s revered lead vocalist Steve Perry to a “T”, from his magnetic stage presence to impressive vocal abilities. Band keyboardist Vic White is a professional musician with decades of experience. You must get those keyboards right in a Journey cover band!

The band members have performed with some of the biggest music names in Nashville and have even worked with Journey and Steve Perry himself.

Resurrection’s primary appeal is its faithful recreation of the whole Journey experience. From their powerful tribute songs to the roaring energy of their concerts, fans are sure to love the authentic 1980 Journey concert experience that they’re in for when they listen to Resurrection.

As a result, Resurrection has gained the attention of the “big box tribute brands”, such as Royal Caribbean International cruises, Fraze Pavilion, and more.

# 7 – Escape

Escape is a star-studded Journey tribute band that features five California-based rockstars who have performed in every part of the United States. These five names include big players in the rock and roll world, all of them their own biggest critics when it comes to music.

Stu Simone is the band’s keyboardist and music director. Stu is a veteran musician who toured with the multi-platinum band Poison . He also has plenty of other working experience with famous musicians and brands, such as current singers of bands Foreigner, Sweet, Toto, and more.

Master percussionist Gary Ponder is one of the busiest drummers in LA, and is endorsed by top drum equipment maker, Drum Workshop.

Other band members including Chad Smith, Jeff Ellis, and JP Michaels are equally impressive musicians, and together these five bring back the glory of Journey with their stage performances and impressive rendition of Journey’s classic hits.

Escape has performed in high-profile events and places, including the July 4th celebration Liberty by the Lake festival in Texas and on Good Morning Texas in 2007.

Escape is a complete concert experience, throwing you back to the era of rock n’ roll that you know and love. From their stage presence, authentic 80’s-era Journey vibe and set, you can be sure that this band will bring you Journey music at its best.

# 8 – Journey Revisited

Journey Revisited is a costumed and bewigged Journey tribute band that seeks to bring you organically produced, masterful songs exactly like how we all remember the Journey hits to be.

The band is composed of talented singers and musicians dedicated to bringing Journey back to life with a high-quality stage show.

Lead vocalist Frank House and keyboardist Kevin Jachetta are the band’s frontmen, copying the trademarks of Steve Perry and Gregg Rolie’s powerhouse combo to a “T” with their amazing vocals and harmony. Other members of the band include Val Popovic and Eric Barnett on guitar, Dave Sousa on bass, and David Hawkes on the drums.

If you want to see them live, get your tickets now, as their summer shows are always fast to sell out.

# 9 – Departure

Hailing from Buford, Georgia, Departure is one of the hardest-working Journey tribute bands there is, performing concerts all across the United States, with an emphasis on shows in on the southeastern U.S.

Another non-costumed tribute that dedicates itself to the music, the band features Doug Ballard on bass and vocals, Brian Williams on lead vocals, Jason Wilson on guitar, Joel Hayes on keyboards, and Chris Stone on drums.

Departure performs at larger venues, including performing arts centers and large theaters. The band is dedicated to bringing the Journey experience to the modern-day when Journey’s music ruled the radio and concert stadiums. Together, these five friends and bandmates take their passion for rock and Journey to the stage, bringing fans a concert experience that they will not soon forget.

Together, the five band members faithfully recreate the best of Journey’s music, giving their fans the ultimate concert experience just as it would have been back during the band’s highest points.

# 10 – Infinite Journey

A non-costumed tribute, Infinite Journey is a five piece band that delivers a musically immersive Journey experience, focusing on the legendary band’s sound, guitar solos, and naturally the soaring vocals that make Journey so iconic. These are experienced musicians determined to bring the voice of Journey back to the present day.

Donovan Duke has years of experience in stage performances from theater to rock bands, and brings to life Steve Perry’s memorable performances for the band. Mike Cooper , the band’s bass player and vocalist, has been passionate about music and rock n’ roll since he was a kid, honing his skills in an electric guitar since the age of 12. 

Other band members, such as Paul Bullock on lead guitar, John Arnett on the drums, and Steve Trevino on the keyboards, are equally experienced and talented. The band is so inherently talented, it uses no backing tracks or other live concert “helpers”.

Infinite Journey was even chosen out of thousands of Journey tribute acts across the country to perform on Season 7 of AXS TV’s “The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands”.

The Best Journey Tribute Bands

Journey has undoubtedly left its mark on the rock n’ roll scene, especially at its prime. To this day, there’s no doubt it will continue to do so in the future.

If you want to get a taste of what it was like during their heydays, getting the best Journey tribute band is what you need. Their acts are specifically designed to recreate the band back in the days, making rock history come to life before our very eyes.

With this wealth of information on the best tribute bands to Journey, you shouldn’t have a hard time picking the best one to get for your next event.

Are you interested in other tribute bands, maybe the best BOSTON tribute bands or Queen tribute bands ? Be sure to check out our other articles for more information!

2024 Mid-Year Tribute Brand Rankings

Want to know which is the most popular tribute brand as of mid-year 2024? Read on and see our data table to find out!

How Much Do Tribute Bands Cost?

Considering hiring a tribute band for your next corporate event, private party or summer festival? Here’s a look at how much it costs to hire a great tribute band.

What Tribute Band Should You Start?

Tribute bands emerge in the shadows of the iconic acts they emulate. Yet, the best tribute bands carve a niche for themselves with unparalleled dedication

we want to hear from you

• Latest News
• Community News
• Police Blotters
• National News
• International News
• Local Sports
• Sport columns
• High School Sports
• Ohio Sports
• National Sports
• Guest Columnists
• Letters to the Editor
• Patty Kimerer column
• Burton Cole column
• Annual Christmas story
• Deals on Wheels
• Garage Sales
• Classifieds
• Open carrier routes
• Statement of Values
• Terms of Service
• Submit News
• Browse notices
• Place a notice

• Today's Paper

Music is free and plentiful this summer

After a year that knocked out nearly all summer park concerts and a second season that left a few communities still on the sidelines, there is no shortage of opportunities to enjoy free music under the sun (hopefully) this summer.

Here’s a rundown of some of the free concert options in the surrounding area with at least one performance available nearly every day between now and mid-to-late-August.

Austintown Concerts In The Park

Concerts take place at Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays.

June 7 — Sunshine Riders

June 14 — Train Wreck

June 21 — Cin City & the Saints

June 28 — Canfield Community Concert Band

July 5 — Blakeman & Harrington

July 12 — The Vegas Band

July 19 — Youngstown Area Community Concert Band

July 26 — The Wrangler Band

Aug. 2 — Leanne Binder

Aug. 9 — Jim Frank Combo

Aug. 16 — Sound Bite

Aug. 23 — Vintage Vinyl

Aug. 30 — Blue Siren

Sept. 6 — Guys Without Ties

Sept. 13 — Girard Swing Time Band

Sept. 20 — Border Ride

Sept. 27 — Erie Heights Brass Ensemble

Beaver Township Music In The Park

Concerts generally are scheduled on Wednesdays at Woodworth Park, 255 Warren Ave., Beaver, and start at 7 p.m.

June 1 — Jim Frank Combo

June 8 — The Cue

June 15 — R.M.J. Express

June 22 — Boardman High School Jazz Band

June 29 — Stambaugh Chorus

July 6 — The Swingtime Band

July 13 — The Vegas Band

July 20 — Celebration

July 27 — Guys Without Ties

Aug. 3 — Vintage Vinyl

Aug. 10 — Common Ground

Aug. 17 — Davis & Henner

Aug. 24 — Kelly Kreidler Dunlap

Boardman Park

Concerts start at 7 p.m. at Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre at Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road. For more information, call 330-726-8107.

June 9 — Guys Without Ties

June 16 — Girard Swingtime Band

June 23 — John Reese Trio

June 30 — BHS Jazz Band

July 7 — Youngstown Area Community Concert Band

July 14 — Decades

July 21 — Dueling Pianos

July 28 — Celebration

Aug. 4 — Del Sinchak

Aug. 11 — The Wrangler Band

Aug. 18 — Leanne Binder and Rajma

Buhl Farm Park

Concert Series

Concerts take place in the Performing Arts Center at Buhl Farm Park, 715 Hazen Road, Hermitage, Pa. Wednesday concerts start at 6:30 p.m., and Sunday performances start at 6 p.m. unless specified otherwise. For weather-related cancellations, check the park’s Facebook page or call 724-981-5522, Ext. 103, after 4 p.m.

June 5 — John Reese & Backbeat

June 8 — Juvenile Characteristics

June 12 — Rhythm Express

June 15 — Buhl Community Band

June 19 — Rain date TBA

June 22 — Re-Issue

June 26 — Chardon Polka Band

June 29 — Youngstown Community Band

July 3 — 2nd Avenue Project

July 6 — Blue Fish Jam

July 10 — The Four Kings & Queen

July 13 — Del Sinchak Band

July 17 — Mercer Community Band

July 20 — County Mayo

July 24 — Wrangler Band

July 27 — Legends

July 31 — The Dorals

Aug. 3 — Take II Band

Aug. 7 — The Liverpool Lads

Aug. 10 — Max Schang Band

Aug. 14 — Grant Street Exit

Aug. 17 — Pipe Dreams

Aug 21 — Barbecue Picnic in the Park with Jack Lindey at 3 p.m. and Jersey at 6 p.m.

Aug. 24 — Rain date TBA

Aug. 28 — Chris Higbee

Aug. 31 — Rain date TBA

Campbell Music In The Park

Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Roosevelt Park, Sycamore Drive.

June 2 — John Grahovic

June 9 — Cin City & the Saints

June 16 — Steve Fazzini

June 23 — Del Sinchak

June 30 — Rex Taneri

July 7 — Phil Gonzalez

July 14 — Mahoning Valley Button Box

July 21 — Justified

July 28 — Jim Frank

Aug. 4 — Bill Bevec

Aug. 11 — John Grahovic

Aug. 18 — Cin City & the Saints

Aug. 25 — Rex Taneri

Sept. 1 — Little Rock Country

Canfield Summer Concert Series On The Green

Concerts starts at 7 p.m. Mondays on the Village Green on state Route 46.

June 6 — Canfield Community Band

June 13 — The Del Sinchak Band

June 20 — Jim Frank Combo

June 27 — Justiifed

July 11 — Rex Taneri Combo

July 18 — Mickey Dee Combo

July 25 — The Bill Bevec Combo

Aug. 1 — Dixieland Dandies

Aug. 8 — Girard Community Band

Aug. 15 — Jim Pop

Concerts In The Courtyard

Concerts are scheduled on Saturdays at Town Center at Firestone Farms, 101 TownCenterAve., Columbiana

June 4 — 80s Proof from 6 to 9 p.m.

June 18 — 52nd St. Stranger-A Tribute to Billy Joel from 7 to 9 p.m.

June 25 — Cin City & the Saints from 6 to 9 p.m.

July 2 — Chardon Polka Band from 7 to 9 p.m.

July 9 — Out of Eden (Eagles tribute) from 6:30 to 10 p.m.

July 16 — Old Skool from 7 to 9 p.m.

July 23 — E5C4P3 (Journey tribute) from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

July 30 — Conkle 15-piece Jamboree from 7 to 9 p.m.

Aug. 6 — Jimmy and the Soul Blazers from 7 to 9 p.m.

Aug. 13 — The Wrangler Band from 6 to 9 p.m.

Aug. 20 — On the Rocks from 5 to 7 p.m. and Beatlemania Magic from 8 to 10 p.m.

Aug. 27 — Cheeseburgers in Paradise from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Sept. 3 — John Reese and the Backbeat Band from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Sept. 10 — Rudy and the Professionals from 7 to 9 p.m.

Sept. 17 — Midlife Crisis from 7 to 9 p.m.

Harding Park

Concerts take place at Harding Park’s Bandstand, 249 Roosevelt Drive, Hubbard Township, from 6 to 8 p.m. Sundays.

June 5 — Frank Capri

June 12 — Jim Frank

June 19 — Richard Sesco

June 26 — Justified

July 3 — Music at Madison

July 10 — Take II

July 17 — Bill Bevec

July 24 — Jim Frank Combo

July 31 — Del Sinchak Band

Aug. 7 — Frank Capri

Aug. 14 — Rex Taneri

Aug. 21 — Richard Wilkins Trio

Aug. 28 — The Dixie Dandies

Howland Parks

Seven concerts are planned at 6 p.m. Sundays at Howland Community Park, 2000 Rosegarden Drive NE.

June 12 — Speed Limit

June 26 — Take II

July 10 — Full House

July 17 — Erie Brass Ensemble

July 24 — Justified

Aug. 14 — Howland Tiger Marching Band

Aug. 28 — Top Notes

Jazz In The Park

The jazz concert series runs from 3 to 7 p.m. Sundays in Wick Park, 260 Park Ave., Youngstown.

July 10 — Dave Thomas Band

July 17 — Forecast

July 24 — Willie Ross and His Jazz Disciples

July 31 — Arielle and Friends

Aug. 7 — John Reese Project

Aug. 14 — Milton Ruffin Project

Aug.21 — To be announced

Aug. 28 — Vonn James

Sept. 4 — Hubbs Groove

Kinsman Music In The

Garden Series

The Kinsman Free Public Library, 6420 Church St., Kinsman, will offer outdoor concerts in its garden. Concertgoers are encouraged to check the library’s Facebook page for up-to-date information on weather-related cancellations.

June 5 — Cortland Community Band at 2 p.m.

July 20 — Found Sounds at 5:45 p.m.

Aug. 12 — Andy & Judy at 6 p.m.

Live! At The Morley

Mill Creek MetroParks features concerts at the Judge Morley Pavilion in the Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown, at 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

June 8 — 3ThreeYo

June 15 — John Reese Project

July 13 — Justified

July 20 — Del Sinchak Band

Aug. 10 — Swing Time Big Band

Aug. 17 — K Street

McDonald Concert Series

Programs start at 7 p.m. Thursdays at Ramsay Memorial Pavilion , Fifth Street and Ohio Avenue.

July 7 — Dixieland Dandies

July 14 — Jim Frank Combo

July 21 — Rex Taneri Combo

July 28 — Bill Bevec Combo

Aug. 4 — Justified

Aug. 11 — Mahoning Valley Button Box Club

McKinley Memorial Library

Concerts take place on the lawn of the McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles. All concerts start at 6:30 p.m. unless specified otherwise. Call 330-652-1704 for more information.

June 9 — Strawberry Festival with the Girard Swing Band

June 16 — John Reese Project

June 23 — Cortland Community Band

July 7 — Random Strangers

July 21 — Full House Band

July 28 — Friends of Library Annual Picnic at 5 p.m. with Cin City & the Saints

W.D. Packard Concert Band Summer Lawn Concerts

The W.D. Packard Concert Band brings the music outdoors in the summer with outdoor concerts at the south lawn bandshell at Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren. The summer season includes performances by the full band as well as the Big Band Sound of Packard, the Packard Dixieland Band and Brass Metropolis, a Chicago tribute band that features members of the Packard band. Concerts start at 7 p.m. unless specified otherwise

June 5 — “Celebrate Summer” : W.D. Packard Concert Band with Galen S. Karriker, guest conductor and Todd Gaffke, alto saxophone

June 19 — “Horns-A-Plenty” : W.D. Packard Concert Band with Stephen L. Gage, conductor, and Sean Yancer, French horn

July 4 — “4th of July Spectacular” : Brass Metropolis at 5 p.m. and the W.D. Packard Concert Band with Stephen L. Gage, conductor, and Helen Welch, vocalist, at 8 p.m. with fireworks immediately following the concert.

July 10 — “Big Band Bash” : Big Band Sound of Packard with Daniel Carioti, director, and Helen Welch, vocalist

July 17 — “Summer Night Music” : W.D. Packard Concert Band with Jeffrey D. Gershman, guest conductor

July 23 — Packard Dixieland Band with Daniel Carioti, director, performing for the National Packard Museum Car Show at noon and 1:30 p.m.

Aug. 7 — “Fun Music” : W.D. Packard Concert Band with Frank Tracz, guest conductor, and Aaron Scott, clarinet

Aug. 21 — “Summer Finale” : W.D. Packard Concert Band with Stephen L. Gage, conductor

Poland Concert Series

The village will offer concerts at 7 p.m. Mondays at the Gazebo on the Village Green at Main Street.

June 13 — Mahoning Valley Button Box Club

June 20 — Rex Taneri Band

June 27 — Bill Bevec Band

July 11 — Dixieland Dandies

July 18 — A Night of Jazz

July 25 — Jim Frank Combo

Aug. 1 — Justified

Aug. 8 — Del Sinchak Band

Salem Summer

Most concerts are scheduled Sundays at Waterworth Memorial Park, East School Street, Salem, and start at 6 p.m. unless specified otherwise.

June 3 — Salem Quaker City Band at 7 p.m.

June 5 — Manhattan

June 12 — Savoy Big Band

June 19 — Backbeat with John Reese

June 26 — Salem Quaker City Band

July 10 — Aftermath “Experience the Sixties”

July 17 — Youngstown Saxon Band

July 24 — Frankie Scinta

July 29 — Salem Quaker City Band at 7 p.m.

July 31 — Jukebox Saturday Night

Aug. 7 — The Wrangler Band

Aug. 14 — Salem High School alumni night with The Ovation Band

Aug. 21 — Out of Eden (Eagles tribute)

Aug. 28 — The Labra Brothers

Struthers Summer Concert Series

A few slots still need to be filled for both the concert series and the movie nights, both in Mauthe Park, 156 Smithfield St. Thursday concerts start at 6 p.m. Movies start at dusk with entertainment preceding them at 7 p.m.

June 3 — Movie night with Candace Campana at 7 p.m., followed by the movie “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”

June 16 — Vintage Vinyl

July 14 — To be announced

July 15 — Movie night to be announced

July 28 — To be announced

Aug. 5 — Movie night to be announced

Aug. 11 — Bob Noble

Vienna Sunday

Concerts start at 6 p.m. Sundays at the Bicentennial Gazebo, 4275 Warren Sharon Road just west of state Route 193. In the event of rain, concerts will be moved to St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Center.

July 10 — Guys Without Ties

July 17 — Rudy and the Professionals

July 24 — Frank Worley “Elvis Lives”

July 31 — Full House

Aug. 7 — Summer of 65 Band

Aug. 14 — Good Question

Warren Farmers Market

Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County will provide free entertainment for the weekly farmers market, which runs from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays on the grounds of the Kinsman House, 303 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. Performers are planned every week until October, but only the lineup through June was confirmed by press time.

June 7 — Paulie Hayes

June 14 — Rich Rollo

June 21 — Mike Gilliam

June 28 — Damian Knapp

Today's breaking news and more in your inbox

• Daily Newsletter
• Breaking News

McGuffey program looks at Playhouse centennial

J.E. Ballantyne Jr. will share stories about Youngstown Playhouse’s history for the next William Holmes McGuffey ...

Rock ’n’ Rally returns to Blessed Sacrament

A Food Truck Rock ’n’ Rally starts 5 p.m. Saturday at Blessed Sacrament Church, 3020 Reeves Road NE, Warren. ...

Nitro Circus tour coming to the Valley in November

Nitro Circus comes to the Covelli Centre on Nov. 26. The tour features Australian Ryan Williams, the holder of ...

Barnett brings ‘Sweet Dreams’ to open WCMA 2024-25 season

Mandy Barnett will open the Warren Civic Music Association’s 2024-25 season at Packard Music Hall. Barnett ...

Boardman YMCA seeks submissions for art show

The Davis Family YMCA, 45 McClurg Road, Boardman, is seeking submissions for its But I Know What I Like art ...

YSU gallery displays Columbus artist’s work

The work of Katie Davis will be displayed at Youngstown State University’s Judith Rae Solomon Gallery in Bliss ...

Starting at $2.99/week.

Subscribe today.

Garibaldi Castle is a sprawling medieval construction that dominates the small town of Khryashchevka, Samara. Built in the Neo-Gothic Style the intricate facade, Historical exhibitions, and dazzling stories that runs through the Castle walls will leave you in wonder. Discover an all-new land that celebrates the magic of ancient history. Relive the romance of the Renaissance Era and magic of the past as the heroic tales of rebellion and royalty come to life with Garibaldi Castle’s extraordinary sculptures and gorgeous scenery. You’ll be swept away like never before! Here at Garibaldi Castle your wildest fantasies become a reality. Discover the imminently glamourous and magnificently quirky around every corner of our castle. Reflect on the regal beauty rich legacy of our world’s history. Every decorated archway and castle corridor leads to new medieval explorations that bring the vision to life.

DISCOVER THE MAGIC WITHIN !function(){switch(CHOSEN_THEME){case THEMES.NEMESIS:replaceParentInnerHTML(' ',"news-title-NaN");break;case THEMES.ALLY:replaceParentInnerHTML(' ',"news-title-NaN")}}();

Discover a place like no other and experience an all new, one-of-a-kind adventure. Nestled in the small town of Khryashchevka, Samara, Russia a medieval secret is waiting to be unveiled. Come join us for the enchantment, fun and adventure. Be apart of Garibaldi Castle and make memories that will last a lifetime.

OLD-WORLD ELEGANCE !function(){switch(CHOSEN_THEME){case THEMES.NEMESIS:replaceParentInnerHTML(' ',"news-title-NaN");break;case THEMES.ALLY:replaceParentInnerHTML(' ',"news-title-NaN")}}();

World-class amenities unite with sheer luxury and unique surroundings, to make sure that there’s nowhere you’d rather be. Let the story unfold as you explore the castle grounds on a magical horse and carriage ride, all while taking in the captivating views of medieval architecture that encompass you.

STORIES TO SHARE !function(){switch(CHOSEN_THEME){case THEMES.NEMESIS:replaceParentInnerHTML(' ',"news-title-NaN");break;case THEMES.ALLY:replaceParentInnerHTML(' ',"news-title-NaN")}}();

There’s a regal atmosphere amidst the Garibaldi Waterfront Oasis where the sunsets cast a sparkle over the Tranquil Samara River. If you dare to spoil yourself, take a voyage on the new Garibaldi Yacht, a decadent treat not to be missed. Feel the light breeze and enjoy spectacular waterfront views from our lounging area where modern meets traditional that will leave you telling stories for years to come.