Studio Album · No. 4
Infinity Songwriting Credits by Journey
Produced by Roy Thomas Baker · Engineered by Geoff Workman (recording)
Holds writing credit on 10 of 10 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 10 / 10 documented
Scored across the 10 tracks with documented writers, by whether Journey carries a lyricist or composer credit.
Share of the 10 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
By the Numbers
Infinity is where Journey became Journey. The addition of Steve Perry as lead vocalist and the hiring of Roy Thomas Baker as producer transformed the band from a progressive-rock act into a polished arena-rock outfit. Baker, known for his work with Queen, had Geoff Workman engineer the sessions and employed stacked vocal harmonies that gave the album's singles their signature fullness. Three singles were released: "Wheel in the Sky," "Feeling That Way / Anytime," and "Lights." The album peaked at #21 on the Billboard 200 (a dramatic commercial improvement over Next's #85) and achieved RIAA 3× Platinum certification.
Infinity is the 1978 fourth studio album by Journey, a rock and hard rock record on Columbia Records that introduced lead vocalist Steve Perry and moved the band toward a more mainstream sound. Producer Roy Thomas Baker built a layered approach similar to his work with Queen, backing Neal Schon on guitars, Gregg Rolie on keyboards, Ross Valory on bass, and Aynsley Dunbar on drums in his final album with the group. Singles "Wheel in the Sky," "Lights," and the "Feeling That Way/Anytime" pairing helped the album peak at number 21 on the Billboard 200, the band's highest chart showing to that point. Infinity was certified 3x Platinum in the United States for three million units shipped, plus Gold in Canada. The album effectively cemented Journey's reputation as a leading American commercial rock band.