FORENSICALLY AUTHENTICATED SIGNED ALBUM BY JOURNEY BAND MEMBER STEVE PERRY

Departure is the sixth studio album by the American rock band Journey, released on February 29, 1980, by Columbia Records. This album is a significant one in the band's history for several reasons.
Album Information
•Release Date: February 29, 1980•Producers: Geoff Workman and Kevin Elson Significance: Departure marked a shift for Journey, showcasing a more streamlined, hard-rocking sound compared to their earlier progressive/jazz rock work. It was also the last studio album to feature founding member and keyboardist Gregg Rolie, who would later be replaced by Jonathan Cain. Notable Tracks and Singles
•"Any Way You Want It": This high-energy rock anthem was the lead-off track and a major hit for the band, reaching number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100.•"Walks Like a Lady": A fan favorite with a bluesy feel and a memorable chorus, this track reached number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100.•"Line of Fire": Known for its hard-rocking sound and powerful vocals by Steve Perry.•"Someday Soon": One of the few songs on the album to feature Gregg Rolie on lead vocals.•"Where Were You": A hard-rocking track that became a staple of their live performances. Commercial Performance and Legacy

DEPARTURE was a commercial success, becoming Journey's highest-charting album to that point. It peaked at number 8 on the Billboard 200, setting the stage for the band's monumental success with their next album, Escape. The album's more focused and radio-friendly sound laid the groundwork for the arena rock sound that would define their 1980s era.


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