WHAT OTHER BANDS WAS STEVE PERRY INVOLVED WITH BEFORE JOURNEY?
Steve Perry, who originally played drums, was involved with several pre-Journey bands including The Nocturns, Dollar Bills, Sullies, Pieces (1976-77), and Alien Project (1977). None of the bands recorded any official material. Although, there is a demo tape of Alien Project, which is believed to be the demo tape that Herbie Herbert first heard Steve Perry sing. The demo tape features the songs “When You’re Alone It Ain’t Easy” and “If You Need Me, Call Me,” plus a few other songs. The Sullies won the battle of the bands in Calaveris County, playing against 80 other bands. The winning prize was the chance to play at the Fillmore Auditorium. In 1977, Alien Project was close to signing a record deal when their bass player was killed in an auto accident on July 4th. Steve Perry almost gave up on music for good. Shortly after, though, he was contacted by CBS, who said the band Journey listened to a demo tape and liked his singing style.
