Neal Schon founded Journey in 1973 and has remained the band's creative force throughout their decades-long career. As the primary composer and lead guitarist, Schon crafted the anthemic rock sound that made Journey one of the best-selling artists in music history, with a particular gift for writing hooks that lodge themselves in the listener's memory.
Schon's work demonstrates how pop and rock songwriting principles can engage musicians across skill levels. For educators, his catalog offers accessible entry points into contemporary music that students already know and want to play.
