Journey tribute band Departure back by popular demand
From staff reports
ALBANY — Following last year’s sold-out show at the venue, DEPARTURE — A Tribute to Journey are returning to the Albany Municipal Auditorium to perform Journey’s hits on March 1 at 7:30 p.m.
For more than 15 years, DEPARTURE has become one of the most respected Journey tribute bands in the nation. The band replicates the energy, sound and feel of the original ’80s rock super group.
Each of the five band members is a veteran musicians and prides himself on delivering an amazing concert-style stage show that is highly engaging and memorable for audiences of all ages.
Featured lead vocalist, Brian Williams, has a powerful singing voice, flawlessly matching Steve Perry’s vocal range and style. DEPARTURE also highlights the early Journey years, when Gregg Rolie was lead singer, featuring Joel Hayes on keys, lead vocals and rhythm guitar.
DEPARTURE’s performances are designed for the audience as a two-hour concert-style experience, highlighting all the hit songs that everyone knows and loves as if they are watching a Journey concert during the ’70s and ’80s. Their performance is professional, family-friendly, and highly engaging for all audiences. Everything heard during their performance is live, highlighting the harmonies of five vocalists, and no pre-recorded tracks are used.
Performing more than 100 shows annually, DEPARTURE bring the very best of Journey to audiences of all ages.
Tickets will be available to the public on Friday at 10 a.m., with an exclusive presale on Thursday. For additional information about the event, visit FlintRiverEntertainmentComplex.com.
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