Jonathan Cain, Mica Roberts (Vocals "Faithfully")' Mugs Cain (Drums), Dana Miller (Drums), San Marin High School Jazz Choir, All photos by Michael Anderson
In the signature songwriting style that helped bring Journey become one of the biggest rock bands in history, singer/songwriter/keyboardist/producer Jonathan Cain opens up and reflects on his latest studio release, "WHERE I LIVE.” The soul-searching album is his second since joining the REALITY label, home of famed artists like Jan Hammer (creator of Miami Vice theme), and the all-star British rock trio – The Jones Gang.
On “WHERE I LIVE" Cain delves into his own life and inspirations, starting with the title track whose flowing melodies set up the personal feel that defines this new album. From his hometown anthem, “Shine on Chicago,” to his touching tribute song “Before Brando,” then to “Man’s Best Friend,” a love song about living with a dog – it becomes clear that this record was born from an intimate place and time.
“Everything about this album feels like ‘home.’ I had written these songs over the years as tributes to specific events in my life, and I never really had a place for them,” says Cain. “This album is that place, and it’s fitting that I wrote it in my home studio – all the influences that first brought to me write this music were right at hand. My wife, my children, and even my son’s drum teacher all played a part in putting it all together.”
Cain does not forget the love ballads that brought him and Journey worldwide acclaim, and brings it back to the heart with the tracks “Between a Heartache and a Song,” “Letting Me Down,” and the first single off the album “Faithfully” - a brand new version of his Diamond Award winning song. The single features a duet with up and coming vocalist Mica Roberts who has shared the stage with superstars like Faith Hill, Willie Nelson, and is currently on tour with country hit-maker Toby Keith.
“I always wanted to try ‘Faithfully’ as a duet,” Cain says. “It’s challenging to reinvent a classic, but it’s definitely a song meant for two people. I wrote the song about that, really.”
First and foremost a songwriter, Cain’s songs have been recorded by a number of renowned artists throughout the years, including Mariah Carey, Kenny Rogers, Michael Bolton, and Peter Frampton, Cain, as a diversified musician, also sings, plays the piano, keyboard, rhythm guitar and harmonica, and has released seven solo albums with the debut albums – “Back To The Innocence” and “Anthology” – dropping back in 1994. Today, Cain maintains an active role as a member of Journey as well, and Escape, Journey’s first release after Cain initially joined the band, reflects the soaring impact his addition made. The album reached 1 and put forth three U.S. Top 10 singles: “Who’s Crying Now,” “Don’t Stop Believin,” and “Open Arms.” Now on tour with the group, Cain remains as committed to Journey as his own projects, and will be promoting and supporting both endeavors.
Tracklist: Where I Live; Can She Say; Sometimes She Breaks; Between a Heartache and a Song; Fragile World; Shine On Chicago; Pride of the Family; Half Full; Letting Me Down; Before Brando; Man’s Best Friend; Faithfully (duet featuring Mica Roberts)
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Stopping over to say hey and hope your have a good start of the week?! Added some Myspace friends as sponsors for my race car, their logos are posted up on my car. You can see them in my RaCe Car pic album.
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Hello Jonathan, I just want to stop by to say hi to you and wanted you to know that I am one of your biggest fan too. I can't wait til Sept 18th when you and your band hit Seattle. You guys are my inspiration, and I have live thru my high school years thru you guys and your music. I'm always FAITHFULLY Journey's fan for life as long as I live and until the end of time.
Hey jonathan, just was chatting to van maclain(from shooting star) and we noticed we have a few friends in common..The wife and i are doing great ( 3 months now )..leave me a comment that would be amazing ...Dave from the music group
Hey Jonathan from the biggest Journey fan there is in Bama :) Saw you on and wanted to say Hi and that I cannot wait for June 3, and also Aug. 9, when you guys return to Pelham, Alabama!!! Journey's music and also your solo stuff has moved me a lot during the years and it's great that this year is going to be a big one for you guys. Again best always and God Bless!! STAN IN BAMA
Hi! Thanks For Accepting My Request I Really Apprecaite On It You Take Care Mauhhhhh!!! I Like Your Song Keep It Up All Good Work Love & Hugs Rbmelove lol;)
Well hello jonathan just a fast note to say hello again and if you took a peek at my page it seems we have a few friends in common and im glad to call you my friend...god bless Dave
Love all your Stuff from The Baby's to Journey! I'm a big fan!I play in a 10 piece band called Return Flight in the Portland area. I'm trying to get them to sneak in a tune or two of yours :) Hope to cya in concert uP here yonder again soon! peace, Troy
