With Perry up front, Journey were quickly on the rise: following the release of “Infinity" in January ’78, the band did some warm-up dates around California in February; a few weeks later, they stopped by The Midnight Special to record their appearance as guest hosts, for broadcast later that spring.
It was the first of two occasions when Journey hosted the program: today, the April ’78 edition, and their May ’79 appearance, tomorrow.
Along with guests Eddie Money, Rita Coolidge and Al Jarreau, Journey performed five songs: "Wheel in the Sky," "Feeling That Way," "Anytime," "Patiently" and "La Do Da."
By the time the episode went to air in April, Journey were on the road with Montrose and rock n’ roll upstarts Van Halen as their opening acts.
“Infinity” went on to produce FM staples like “Wheel In The Sky,” “Lights” and “Anytime,” and gave the band their first platinum record.
Journey - Wheel In the Sky - Infinity Journey – Wheel In The Sky
The Midnight Special – aired April 28, 1978
Journey – band introductions by bassist Ross Valory
The Midnight Special – aired April 28, 1978
Journey - Feeling That Way - Infinity Journey – Feeling That Way
The Midnight Special – aired April 28, 1978
Journey - Patiently - Infinity Journey – Patiently
The Midnight Special – aired April 28, 1978
