Journey adds 2nd Oahu show
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After selling out its O'ahu concert in about two hours, Journey has added a second show at the Blaisdell Arena on March 25, producer Tom Moffatt said yesterday afternoon.
Tickets for the second show — $75, $65 and $55 — go on sale at 9 a.m. tomorrow at the Blaisdell box office, 800-745-3000 and www.ticketmaster.com. The band's other Blaisdell concert is March 26.
Journey, with new front man Arnel Pineda, also plays March 24 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center amphitheater and March 28 at the Waikoloa Bowl on the Big Island.
– Advertiser staff
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INJURED JEWEL STILL UP FOR 'DANCING'
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– Advertiser news services