For over 17 years, DEPARTURE has become one of the most respected Journey tribute bands in the nation.  DEPARTURE replicates the energy, sound and feel of the original 80’s rock super group.  Each of the five band members are veteran musicians and pride themselves on delivering an amazing concert-styled stage show which is highly engaging and memorable for audiences of all ages.  Featured lead vocalist, Brian Williams, has a beautifully 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-styled experience, highlighting all the hit songs that everyone knows and loves as if they are watching a Journey concert during the 70s and 80’s.  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 used.  Performing over one hundred shows annually, DEPARTURE brings the very best of Journey to audiences of all ages.