Arnel Pineda, also known as Arnel Campaner Pineda, is a famous Filipino rock singer-songwriter. He has achieved worldwide recognition as the lead singer of the famous American rock band, Journey.
Originally from Manila, Philippines, Pineda’s exceptional vocal talents and captivating stage persona have made him a beloved and respected personality in the music world.
REAL FACTS ABOUT ARNEL PINEDA
FULL NAME: Arnel Campaner Pineda
BETTER KNOWN AS: Arnel Pineda
DATE OF BIRTH: 5, September 1967
PLACE OF BIRTH: Sampaloc, Philippines
NATIONALITY: Filipino
OCCUPATIONs: Singer and songwriter
MARITAL STATUS: Married
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Arnel Pineda, born on September 5, 1967, in Sampaloc, Philippines, was raised by his parents, Restituto Lising Pineda and Josefina Manansala Campaner, along with his three siblings: Roderick Pineda, Russmon Pineda, and Joselito Pineda. His educational background has not been publicly disclosed. He is of Filipino descent and follows the Christian faith
CAREER
Pineda’s musical journey began in the 1980s when he became the lead singer of the Filipino band Ijos at the young age of 15. Later, he joined another band called Amo, which won the Philippines leg of the Yamaha World Band Explosion.
Pineda’s exceptional vocal abilities and captivating stage presence quickly gained him recognition in the Philippines, where he became known for his soulful interpretations of classic rock songs.
In the early 2000s, Pineda’s cover videos of American rock songs, including popular hits by Journey, started gaining popularity on YouTube.
His remarkable vocal range and ability to capture the essence of Steve Perry’s voice caught the attention of many online.
In 2007, Neal Schon, the guitarist of Journey, came across Pineda’s YouTube videos and was immediately impressed by his talent.
After an audition, Pineda was chosen to take over as the lead singer of the iconic band, replacing Steve Perry.
Since becoming the lead vocalist of Journey, Pineda has traveled the world, performing to sold-out crowds and making significant contributions to the band’s successful albums, such as Revelation in 2008 and Eclipse in 2011.
PERSONAL LIFE
Pineda has been happily married to his wife, Cherry Pineda, since 2001. Together, they have built a fulfilling life, raising their son Cherub Pineda and daughter Thea Chenelle Pineda.
The Pineda household is filled with warmth and harmony, as family members deeply cherish and support one another through life’s challenges and triumphs.
