Nothing against Rush and other Canadian bands but Triumph are the best to ever come out of our country. It’s too bad that the business aspect took over and they broke up way too early. I saw them play in Halifax….best concert hands down
I think it’s the first time I’ve ever heard Triumph, and before I read any of the comments, I instantly heard Getty Lee and Rush. Absolutely fantastic ❤
Rick Emmett is a musical genius. My older brother took me to my first 2 concerts as an early teen, UFO in 1980 (I was 13 at SMU Moody Collesium), and Triumph Allied Forces and Thunder Seven tours (within a few years after at the old Reunion Arena in Dallas). I remember Molly Hatchet opening on the Allied Forces tour. Rush at the time got all the pub as a 3-piece Canadian band and did see them at a Texas Jam in either 86', 87', or possibly 88' (can't remember) and yes, iconic band, but for some reason I just connected with Triumph more. Brutally underrated 3-piece Canadian band and underappreciated in the rock world. To say I saw Triumph live during their hey day (without realizing it), was a blessing. I'm about to turn 57 now, but still dig these old songs and hearing Rick's voice and guitar prowess!
Ok i have a story....1985 (graduated highschool 1984). I had a friend from work that said she had a friend who just won a radio contest to see Triumph in cert that nt. I agreed to go. Amazing concert. Met the opening act Angel City from Australia. I was a very pure sweet young girl in a sea of skank's (can i say that?) The lead singer looked at them and immediately came over and kissed me on the lips. I was so red i could have lite up the 4th of July (embarrassed). Then i met Triumph. The sweetest men. I knew they were Canadian and told them i just saw Rush and how great it was (nervous banter) and they said they were good friends with them and would tell them. Then when it came time for their autographs, i searched my purse , the only piece of paper i had was my birth certificate ( was using it earlier to get a car). So they all signed the back.
Here Toronto...i remember listening to this in late 70's early 80's one of my favorite bands. I heard him in a interview that he was asked if he wanted to try out for the group Boston🤘 if anything us Canadians have a lot of great music and Rock bands! To all the Canadians and every one else🙂 Happy Canada Day!
G'Day Young Sir. Made in Canada eh. Another one of ours you may like is Lighthouse. I'll give you a hint - our answer to Chicago. We are enjoying your journey... keep it up (and Thanks for the memories.) 🎹🎹🎹 🎸🎸
Ok ! now that s my favorite song from Triumph ! Canadian Band from the GTA ( greater Toronto area ) Ontario. This was the original sountrack song ! But if you wanna see and hear a live version it s Triumph live in Halifax,! thanks !
Back when U got your ticket & shirt for $10 bucks! Another $10 for gas, munchies. Those where the days. My first was VanHalen 1978 ,I was 12. I miss those days.
I saw allied forces tour and remember the drummer had lasers hook to his drum kit and when hitting drums lasers shot across the spectrum mind blowing and I didn't take drugs but still was amazed and remembered that they gave out free posters which had the Three members wearing convers hightops tennis shoes whom was the sponsor of the tour, I believe in was Norfolk city Virginia or saw it when living in outside of Philadelphia can't remember which place I guess it's old age and memory is starting to forget😮
Fight the Good Fight, or Magic Power should be your next Triumph songs. Fight the Good Fight was written for his aunt who was fighting cancer, and Magic Power is about the power of music in our lives. Their lyrics were very positive in a time when a lot of lyrics weren't.
I saw them in concert in Austin, Texas in 1985. What an awesome concert! AMAZING! Won tickets from the local radio station. Got to go back stage to meet them. These were really nice guys! I hope you listen to more by them!
@@pncombies Hello fellow Austinite! Yes I did! They were front row & back stage before the show & a t-shirt. DJ Peggy Simmons & all the winners met & had a drawing for a cd player, all their cd's, 2 back stage passes & a meet & greet for after the show & I won that. So cool!
Best band most have never heard of. Rik may be the best lead guitarist/vocalist ever. Check out the US Festival concert video. He does a killer guitar solo where he plays his electric guitar like a classical guitarist, just awesome.
Rik Emmett either solo or with Triumph is one of my favorite guitar players and musicians. He's an incredibly versatile guitarist, has an amazing voice and is a great song writer. I would suggest Fight the Good Fight for a next listen from them.
If this band got airplay in my area (New England), I never heard it. Seems like many Canadian bands have slipped through the cracks. This is great! Thanks for requesting it Neal. And thanks to Harri for appreciating it🌺✌️
I had to chuckle when you commented on Riks solo being too short... hehe... and was thinking, "Just wait..." They can all sing, but Rik is the primary lead vocalist. Young Enough to Cry off this same record is written by the dummer Gil Moore and he sings lead on that, great tune. Great tunes from these guys all over the 70s and 80s albums... Rik still sounds great today, maybe just not that piercing range...
From the great album, "Just a Game", from 1979 a beautiful tune written by Rik Emmett, a song requesting honesty in people. Rik said it was influenced by Rush, with fabulous vocals and a beautiful blend of great Rock instrumentation. The guitars and drums are so tight and make for a great song. Made it to Number 86 in the US, just a modest hit, but made it up to Number 33 in Canada. Such a great album that folded out to reveal a board game. Great reaction Harri. 😊 Thanks Harri and Neal. 👏👏 Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
My brother bought me the Just A Game LP for my 17th birthday in 1979. I loved it then and still now. Lay It on the Line is a great tune but my favourite from the album is Fantasy Serenade/Hold On.
Also from that same album, a favorite of mine is Young Enough to Cry, Gil Moore sings lead and is awesome as well... just such a great band... Allied Forces is probably my favorite album, killer start to finish... but so many GREAT tunes from these guys.
New sub. Enjoyed your reaction and love Triumph. Did you know that they share lead vocals between the guitarist and the drummer who is also very "diamond like" Fool for your love is a great song to check out the drummer singing.
Dude. I’ve seen quite a few concerts ….and I’ll tell you these guys blow the roof off! I might be bias being from Canada but there is nothing more satisfying then listening to Canadian Hard Rock! Pure and honest. Rush is my favourite but Triumph is a close second. Another trio who know how to make the most with less members. Rik is so underrated it’s criminal. Try Never Surrender or A World of Fantasy.
Triumph is definitely epic. They are different types of bands. I guess it depends on your taste. Rik Emmett is definitely the star of the band for sure and is a classically trained musician too boot. Up and down the fret board long finale songs that get your blood pumping music…totally awesome! Rush on the other hand has 3 band members that are virtuosos on their respective instruments. All three selflessly doing their part for the band in unison. I think if you are a musician you might gravitate to toward Rush for the technical aspect and the intelligent lyrics….Triumph is a great band too and have awesome lyrics also which I love! I’m a drummer so I’m a Peart fan so I have to take Rush. Lol. We win either way. It’s my opinion only. Good to hear from a brother with great taste!
Rik Emmett is a genius and so talented. I love this song the best, but they have many good ones. Fight The Good Fight, Hold On, and Magic Power are excellent. He's still singing to this day and sounds just as good as he did.
Yeah TRIUMPH are like power!...Canadian trios TRIUMPH, RUSH! ...Emanate the power of music!...lov em soooo much!
The band, riks voice, riks guitar solos oooh yeah.
Rik Emmett's vocals are INSANE - and Triumph is one of Canada's very best. Glad you enjoyed! :)
Nothing against Rush and other Canadian bands but Triumph are the best to ever come out of our country. It’s too bad that the business aspect took over and they broke up way too early.
I saw them play in Halifax….best concert hands down
I think it’s the first time I’ve ever heard Triumph, and before I read any of the comments, I instantly heard Getty Lee and Rush. Absolutely fantastic ❤
Rock and roll machine another banger from this classic Canadian three piece band.
If there is a better front man than Rik Emmett, I haven’t seen them. Unbelievable vocals and a master of the guitar.
Gill is a colossal drummer. it always sounds like he's gonna break the skins at any moment
Great break up song, "you know I love you, don't waste my precious time, lay it on the line!!", watch this performance live 1983 us festival!!!!
One of the best lines ever. "I don't ask for much, the truth will do just fine." I live by this.
Triumph are an AMAZING CANADIAN BAND
Yes!!!
Triumph....the OTHER great 3 piece Rock band from Canada.
A great example of when 3 guys are more than enough to shake the rafters and blow the roof off the joint!
Another phenomenal 3 piece band from Canada ✌️
At age 70, Rik Emmett's vocals are still fantastic. Arguably one of the best rock voices ever.
I like how hard they rock out, with a positive message 🤘. Love to our Canadian 🇨🇦 neighbors ❤.
From west coast Canada, peace to you my cousin down south!
They have so many hits
Yet another power trio from Canada!!...
The drummer, Gil Moore, is a fantastic singer as well. Take a listen to Just One Night or Tears in the Rain
Geddy’s younger brother !!! 😂😂🤣😂
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5:50 "Super duper diamonds in my ears." 🤣
Rick Emmett is a musical genius. My older brother took me to my first 2 concerts as an early teen, UFO in 1980 (I was 13 at SMU Moody Collesium), and Triumph Allied Forces and Thunder Seven tours (within a few years after at the old Reunion Arena in Dallas). I remember Molly Hatchet opening on the Allied Forces tour.
Rush at the time got all the pub as a 3-piece Canadian band and did see them at a Texas Jam in either 86', 87', or possibly 88' (can't remember) and yes, iconic band, but for some reason I just connected with Triumph more. Brutally underrated 3-piece Canadian band and underappreciated in the rock world.
To say I saw Triumph live during their hey day (without realizing it), was a blessing. I'm about to turn 57 now, but still dig these old songs and hearing Rick's voice and guitar prowess!
I saw this band at the US FESTIVAL 1983 ...AMAZING BAND
Fight the good fight is another phenomenal song by Triumph
One of my all-time favorite songs
Me too!
Ok i have a story....1985 (graduated highschool 1984). I had a friend from work that said she had a friend who just won a radio contest to see Triumph in cert that nt. I agreed to go. Amazing concert. Met the opening act Angel City from Australia. I was a very pure sweet young girl in a sea of skank's (can i say that?) The lead singer looked at them and immediately came over and kissed me on the lips. I was so red i could have lite up the 4th of July (embarrassed). Then i met Triumph. The sweetest men. I knew they were Canadian and told them i just saw Rush and how great it was (nervous banter) and they said they were good friends with them and would tell them. Then when it came time for their autographs, i searched my purse , the only piece of paper i had was my birth certificate ( was using it earlier to get a car). So they all signed the back.
Here Toronto...i remember listening to this in late 70's early 80's one of my favorite bands. I heard him in a interview that he was asked if he wanted to try out for the group Boston🤘 if anything us Canadians have a lot of great music and Rock bands!
To all the Canadians and every one else🙂
Happy Canada Day!
This be my best friend brothers' favorite band so to that back in high school in then of the early 1980's
He's hitting those high notes without using falsetto.
I was 12 in 1980 when I was introduced to them. To this day , still one of my top 5
13, I mean. Lol
This band ain’t no slouch. They will kick your ass and make you want more.
Oh Canada once again..........nice touch on the eve of Canada Day...........July 1st.........what a great 3 piece band....we are good at that (Rush)
G'Day Young Sir. Made in Canada eh.
Another one of ours you may like is Lighthouse. I'll give you a hint - our answer to Chicago.
We are enjoying your journey... keep it up (and Thanks for the memories.)
🎹🎹🎹 🎸🎸
"Rocket" Rick Emmett !!!
Awesone song man!
3 man band...gotta be impressed.
Ok ! now that s my favorite song from Triumph ! Canadian Band from the GTA ( greater Toronto area ) Ontario. This was the original sountrack song ! But if you wanna see and hear a live version it s Triumph live in Halifax,! thanks !
Such a GREAT and under rated Band!
Thank you Harri, for this video.
Love me some Triumph!
Rock on Brother!
Thanks for reviewing a Canadian song the day before Canada Day 🇨🇦
"Magic Power" is another great one.
I have never clicked faster on a video. Thanks Harri and thanks to the Patron!
Agreed!
My pleasure - you're welcome!
Great band. Here’s one you would like. Streetheart Action. You have genuine reactions Good job!!
Awesome reaction Harri!
‘super duper diamonds in my ears’ love it! Great reaction !
Run with this solo
A fantastic Canadian band and song. Thank you Neal and Harri.
Triumph and Rush are Canadian power trios! My pleasure, friend!
Absolutely one of the classics. Back in the day, seemed everyone had a Triumph t-shirt.
Back when U got your ticket & shirt for $10 bucks! Another $10 for gas, munchies. Those where the days. My first was VanHalen 1978 ,I was 12. I miss those days.
This was a great concert..
Triumph is a seriously underrated band, Rik Emmett is a badass axe wielder!
I have just 4 words for you: "Fight The Good Fight" Play it, live it, love it...
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So cool to see a brother across the pond, 40 years later, rocking out to some lads from my home town :) Think, all that sound from only three guys.
rik emmett is one of the most underrated singers/guitarists ever. And triumph was awesome
I saw allied forces tour and remember the drummer had lasers hook to his drum kit and when hitting drums lasers shot across the spectrum mind blowing and I didn't take drugs but still was amazed and remembered that they gave out free posters which had the Three members wearing convers hightops tennis shoes whom was the sponsor of the tour, I believe in was Norfolk city Virginia or saw it when living in outside of Philadelphia can't remember which place I guess it's old age and memory is starting to forget😮
Excellent reaction. Rik's voice is unquestionably one of the greatest to come out of the late '70s era.
The best Canadian trio of the era
One of my all time favorite bands who put on the best concerts 👍💯😎❤
I watch a lot of reaction videos but you are in my top five and you top number 1
thank you for playing this for Canada Day 🍁 🇨🇦 🎉🎉🎉🎉. Saw Triumph a few times…yes, they are great!
Triumph was a killer band in Canada
First saw them July 13,1980 with J. Geils and Heart.
He's 69 years old now. His memoir will be released this year
Fight the Good Fight, or Magic Power should be your next Triumph songs. Fight the Good Fight was written for his aunt who was fighting cancer, and Magic Power is about the power of music in our lives. Their lyrics were very positive in a time when a lot of lyrics weren't.
Please more Triumph Harry! This band does not get the recognition they deserve. Try Never Surrender, Ordinary Man.
They've got some quality stuff, and Rik sounds just as good live as in the studio.
The drummer is also a fantastic singer. Love this band.
You’re 100% correct. Gil Moore could be the lead singer for any band. Amazing voice!
I saw them in concert in Austin, Texas in 1985. What an awesome concert! AMAZING! Won tickets from the local radio station. Got to go back stage to meet them. These were really nice guys! I hope you listen to more by them!
I have lived in Austin for over 50 years. Regret not seeing Triumph abd Rush! Did you win the tickets from KLBJ?
@@pncombies Hello fellow Austinite! Yes I did! They were front row & back stage before the show & a t-shirt. DJ Peggy Simmons & all the winners met & had a drawing for a cd player, all their cd's, 2 back stage passes & a meet & greet for after the show & I won that. So cool!
Greatness, one more tour please
Hey, my friend, I was at that concert! The video was recorded at the Metro Center, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada! Great live show!!
Best band most have never heard of. Rik may be the best lead guitarist/vocalist ever. Check out the US Festival concert video. He does a killer guitar solo where he plays his electric guitar like a classical guitarist, just awesome.
3 guys made all of that sound....
Try more Triumph!!!!!!!!... You Won't go wrong...Rush and them Were powerful for 3 men band Good good good!!!!
Triumph always had amazing harmonies
Rik Emmett either solo or with Triumph is one of my favorite guitar players and musicians. He's an incredibly versatile guitarist, has an amazing voice and is a great song writer. I would suggest Fight the Good Fight for a next listen from them.
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Rik was a bad boy, Rock&Roll Machine has an amazing solo pretty much the whole song. good old Canadian r&r
They are so good. Often compared to Rush, but I like their sound a little better. Great group.
Canada’ where the best become unsung.
no no no you did well you explained it well you just know great music when you hear it
Only a 3 man band. And they sound as good live!!!
Totally underrated....say no more...the whole group
If this band got airplay in my area (New England), I never heard it. Seems like many Canadian bands have slipped through the cracks. This is great! Thanks for requesting it Neal. And thanks to Harri for appreciating it🌺✌️
Couldn't get away from their tunes on the radio in the Toronto area. We truly enjoyed the airplay.
Here’s a few other songs I’m sure you’ll enjoy.
Fight The Good Fight
Hold On
Magic Power
Just a Game
Time Goes By
Hope you enjoy
I had to chuckle when you commented on Riks solo being too short... hehe... and was thinking, "Just wait..." They can all sing, but Rik is the primary lead vocalist. Young Enough to Cry off this same record is written by the dummer Gil Moore and he sings lead on that, great tune. Great tunes from these guys all over the 70s and 80s albums... Rik still sounds great today, maybe just not that piercing range...
Rik's voice and guitar playing are top notch.
A timeless classic! Excellent choice and reaction!
@bigham1jb Yes, it is -- thank you!
One of my favorite performance and videos, killer song man!
All done with out computers to correct his voice or a guitar note. This is pure talent ! Find this in today's music.
From the great album, "Just a Game", from 1979 a beautiful tune written by Rik Emmett, a song requesting honesty in people. Rik said it was influenced by Rush, with fabulous vocals and a beautiful blend of great Rock instrumentation. The guitars and drums are so tight and make for a great song. Made it to Number 86 in the US, just a modest hit, but made it up to Number 33 in Canada. Such a great album that folded out to reveal a board game.
Great reaction Harri. 😊 Thanks Harri and Neal. 👏👏 Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
My brother bought me the Just A Game LP for my 17th birthday in 1979. I loved it then and still now. Lay It on the Line is a great tune but my favourite from the album is Fantasy Serenade/Hold On.
The pleasure was mine, Mary...you're welcome.
Also from that same album, a favorite of mine is Young Enough to Cry, Gil Moore sings lead and is awesome as well... just such a great band... Allied Forces is probably my favorite album, killer start to finish... but so many GREAT tunes from these guys.
You want to see TRIUMPH Live in Halifax. No Disapointment
Awesome reaction ... 🤘 ^v^
Harri, my brother, you have to check this song out at the 83 US festival. Rik goes even more over the top on his vocals at this concert! 🙂❤
One of my all-time favorite bands! Triumph was criminally under-apprecisted purside of their native Canada 🇨🇦!
My first two concerts in life progressions of power and allied forces. Like Rush a great trio and my all time #1 and 1a bands!
Love Triumph! Saw them at the US Festival in 83’!! Awesome!!
Great vocals. Great Guitar. Outstanding.
New sub. Enjoyed your reaction and love Triumph. Did you know that they share lead vocals between the guitarist and the drummer who is also very "diamond like" Fool for your love is a great song to check out the drummer singing.
Great song.
Your reactions are so good 😊
Dude. I’ve seen quite a few concerts ….and I’ll tell you these guys blow the roof off! I might be bias being from Canada but there is nothing more satisfying then listening to Canadian Hard Rock! Pure and honest. Rush is my favourite but Triumph is a close second. Another trio who know how to make the most with less members. Rik is so underrated it’s criminal. Try Never Surrender or A World of Fantasy.
I agree with everything except….Triumph is better than Rush. I saw both bands play in Halifax. They were both phenomenal but Triumph to me is better
Triumph is definitely epic. They are different types of bands. I guess it depends on your taste. Rik Emmett is definitely the star of the band for sure and is a classically trained musician too boot. Up and down the fret board long finale songs that get your blood pumping music…totally awesome! Rush on the other hand has 3 band members that are virtuosos on their respective instruments. All three selflessly doing their part for the band in unison. I think if you are a musician you might gravitate to toward Rush for the technical aspect and the intelligent lyrics….Triumph is a great band too and have awesome lyrics also which I love! I’m a drummer so I’m a Peart fan so I have to take Rush. Lol.
We win either way. It’s my opinion only. Good to hear from a brother with great taste!
Ohhh...you finally got to this one! Monster! I laughed/smiled with you at the end!👍🏻
Rik Emmett is a genius and so talented. I love this song the best, but they have many good ones. Fight The Good Fight, Hold On, and Magic Power are excellent. He's still singing to this day and sounds just as good as he did.
I really like the passion in your reactions. it’s easy to tell you have a golden soul. Keep up the great work, my friend!