The Neal Schon Interview: the Riffs, the Solos, and the Soul of Journey

Neal Schon takes us from his first days as a teenage axe-wielder in Santana straight into the heart of Journey, revealing how his knack for melody and that unmistakable tone helped birth rock anthems like “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Stone In Love” and “Still They Ride.” He reflects on the chemistry that sparked those timeless riffs and explains how he crafts solos that feel both epic and deeply personal.

Throughout the chat, Schon digs into his songwriting process, shares war stories from nearly five decades on stage, and opens up about what keeps him inspired—and why he still can’t resist chasing that next great guitar moment.

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