I love The Imperials and continue to watch them and I listen to the lyrics they sing. I admire them more knowing they really sing from their heart to worship the Lord and praying and hoping they reach out to people to know more of the Lords greatness. Armond Morales who shepherd the Imperials had been a strong Christ believer and known to be a man of strong faith passed away 2022 after over 50 yrs with the imperials has done a good job to honor and give Glory to his Almighty God. He is now enjoying God’s presence with eternal joy and delight. 🙏🏼💕
I was fortunate to see these guys in concert many times in the 1980s and 1990s. I booked them for a concert in Jamestown, NY, in 1981 or '82, and we immediately hit if off. I still keep in touch with Jim Murray, Armond Morales, and drummer Tom Reeves. They have all become good friends.
The first time I heard a contemporary Christian song, it was Russ Taft singing "Praise The Lord". I loved the song so much that I bought the sheet music. I didn't know about accompaniment tracks. That started me singing solos in church. I was a new Christian and it was a turning point in my life. I became a big time fan of the Imperials. I sang a lot of songs that were originally recorded by them.
Hola los conocí recién su música cristiana y e podido comprar dos vinilos de ellos encontré su estilo renovado y bonitas alabanzas saludos y bendiciones desde chile
My daddy sounds so good in this--all the boys do! I miss seeing the boys onstage together! Hats off to Paul Smith for filling some really big shoes and Paul did it magnificently !!
@@anthonybellve3773 no sir, my dad is the tenor singer. He’s the one singing lead on the very first song. The blonde haired fellow is Paul Smith. My dad is Jim Murray.
Loved and love the Imperials.. Loved it years ago when out]r friends took us to Akron Ohio for a concert. Russ was with them then. We were Pastors at that time on the east side of Ohio. Eventually had Russ in for a concert and later Mylon LeFever... But I love the original Imperials that started the contemporary songs.. Could sing them all as well as our 5 children... Good job and dont blame the young lady below sooo proud of her daddy...You should be...
Love that tenor voice. My dad sang tenor in several different groups in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. I know he knows your dad and Armond well. Just heard from Armond wife that David just had a stroke and is in the hospital right now. Praying for him. Hope your dad is doing well
I’m sure you’ve heard by now that David passed away. Please keep his family in your prayers. My dad is doing pretty good right now. He had a pretty severe stroke several months back but my step mom nursed him back to good health and they are both in Europe for 7 weeks doing Elvis reunion shows. They have been performing to sold out crowds so all is well. Thank you for your prayers, brother .
Wow...this is a great concert...sounds like it was during the Side by Side lp period. Im a 90s kid and love everything from the Imperials: the old and new, the traditional gospel, the contemporary 80s- 90s era...I have all the Paul Smith solo cds and Jim Murray solo cds. To my knowledge Dave Will and Armond Morales never released solo recordings. But the one song that always moves me to tears is one of their early recordings: "Same Old Fashion Way."...Thx for this great post.
I was thrilled to come across in a thrift store a copy of Armond's solo album released in 1964 titled "The Velvet Voice of Armond Morales. you can find the album here on youtube.
David, its titled 20th anniversary so find out when The Imperials began. Id guess this is 1978-80 - whichever year its great stuff ! I took my wife, then girlfriend to their 1986 Let The Wind Blow tour - this is a good bit prior to that. Blessings in Him - David in Texas
The first CCM I heard (Sail On) was Imperials. They are great! However, I cannot bear Paul Smith's renditions of songs that were originally led by Russ Taff.
Ray, I feel pretty much the same way. The frustrating part is that I really liked the songs Paul Smith did on Stand By the Power, but they would never do those in concert much. So Paul had to cover Russ, which was a losing proposition. Paul Smith on the albums SBTP and Let the Wind Blow is awesome
I dearly love this version of the Imperials. Each member was a top notch vocalist in his own right. Together they had a magnificent sound with a fabulous band. All this being said, they should have dropped Praise the Lord from their performance list for this concert. Without Russ Taff the song just falls way short of the performance & power that he provided.
I love The Imperials and continue to watch them and I listen to the lyrics they sing. I admire them more knowing they really sing from their heart to worship the Lord and praying and hoping they reach out to people to know more of the Lords greatness. Armond Morales who shepherd the Imperials had been a strong Christ believer and known to be a man of strong faith passed away 2022 after over 50 yrs with the imperials has done a good job to honor and give Glory to his Almighty God. He is now enjoying God’s presence with eternal joy and delight. 🙏🏼💕
![The Imperials - Stand By the Power - [FULL ALBUM]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ee2ySsc-A0E/mqdefault.jpg)
![The Imperials - Stand By the Power - [FULL ALBUM]](/img/tr.png)
Grew up with Sail On and then Stand By the Power!! Two of my favorite records!
Yeah man! Stand By the Power is so underrated. That, and Let the Wind Blow
Esse grupo é muito bom. Gosto de ouvir Sandi Patty também. Os anos 80 gospel tinham músicas muito boas. God bless you
I love The Imperials and continue to watch them and I listen to the lyrics they sing. I admire them more knowing they really sing from their heart to worship the Lord and praying and hoping they reach out to people to know more of the Lords greatness. Armond Morales who shepherd the Imperials had been a strong Christ believer and known to be a man of strong faith passed away 2022 after over 50 yrs with the imperials has done a good job to honor and give Glory to his Almighty God. He is now enjoying God’s presence with eternal joy and delight. 🙏🏼💕
I was fortunate to see these guys in concert many times in the 1980s and 1990s. I booked them for a concert in Jamestown, NY, in 1981 or '82, and we immediately hit if off. I still keep in touch with Jim Murray, Armond Morales, and drummer Tom Reeves. They have all become good friends.
RIP David Will 1943-2022.
The first time I heard a contemporary Christian song, it was Russ Taft singing "Praise The Lord". I loved the song so much that I bought the sheet music. I didn't know about accompaniment tracks. That started me singing solos in church. I was a new Christian and it was a turning point in my life. I became a big time fan of the Imperials. I sang a lot of songs that were originally recorded by them.
Me too Ronnie
Taff. But yeah...
Jim Murray,,, one of kind voice.. thank you. Dan..
My heart! They're so good. I still play the old albums.
Hola los conocí recién su música cristiana y e podido comprar dos vinilos de ellos encontré su estilo renovado y bonitas alabanzas saludos y bendiciones desde chile
My daddy sounds so good in this--all the boys do! I miss seeing the boys onstage together! Hats off to Paul Smith for filling some really big shoes and Paul did it magnificently !!
who was that on guaitar? he a quick solo on Gospel Ship. Beast mode.
@@anthonybellve3773 : I believe you are talking about Mr Tom Hemby.
@@tnmusicman1 Yes!!! Great guitarist. You father is a great singer as well. Blonde haired gent?
@@anthonybellve3773 no sir, my dad is the tenor singer. He’s the one singing lead on the very first song. The blonde haired fellow is Paul Smith. My dad is Jim Murray.
@@tnmusicman1 Sweet, honest voice of Jim Murray. He also seems like a wonderful hearted man of God. You are blessed.
Loved and love the Imperials.. Loved it years ago when out]r friends took us to Akron Ohio for a concert. Russ was with them then. We were Pastors at that time on the east side of Ohio. Eventually had Russ in for a concert and later Mylon LeFever... But I love the original Imperials that started the contemporary songs.. Could sing them all as well as our 5 children... Good job and dont blame the young lady below sooo proud of her daddy...You should be...
The Christian version of 3 Dog Night. Thanks for this . Seen this on TBN a few times waay back.
I just caught this! So happy to have found it! You are such a blessing!❤
Love that tenor voice. My dad sang tenor in several different groups in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. I know he knows your dad and Armond well. Just heard from Armond wife that David just had a stroke and is in the hospital right now. Praying for him. Hope your dad is doing well
I’m sure you’ve heard by now that David passed away. Please keep his family in your prayers.
My dad is doing pretty good right now. He had a pretty severe stroke several months back but my step mom nursed him back to good health and they are both in Europe for 7 weeks doing Elvis reunion shows. They have been performing to sold out crowds so all is well. Thank you for your prayers, brother .
Is your Dad Roger Bankson?
@@tnmusicman1
Are you saying Dave Will passed away?
Your dad is not only one of the great tenors,but an amazing man of God.
@@marksheppard6498 : thank you, Mark for the kind words about my dad. Yes, we lost Dave Will and Armond Moralis .
@@charliesnider1945 : I’m sorry, Charlie but I was not alerted to your comment. No, Jim Murray is my father.
...wow! Greatness... such wonderful voices. More cowbell... lol
Pena que eles nunca tenham se reunido para uma última turnê com a formação lendária que cantou de 77 a 81. Que voz maravilhosa do Jim Murray!!!
Thanks for uploading.
I have 5 of the most memorable records in possession and I love it best gospel music ever ❤❤❤😂
Wow...this is a great concert...sounds like it was during the Side by Side lp period. Im a 90s kid and love everything from the Imperials: the old and new, the traditional gospel, the contemporary 80s- 90s era...I have all the Paul Smith solo cds and Jim Murray solo cds. To my knowledge Dave Will and Armond Morales never released solo recordings. But the one song that always moves me to tears is one of their early recordings: "Same Old Fashion Way."...Thx for this great post.
I know Armond released at least one album.
I was thrilled to come across in a thrift store a copy of Armond's solo album released in 1964 titled "The Velvet Voice of Armond Morales. you can find the album here on youtube.
@@texaz58 - i do like the songs he sings on "Side by Side" release. ...thx...i will chkout hus solo on TH-cam 😎
Heard this lineup at the Mabee Center at ORU in 1982 (?). The opening acts were Carmen and Sandy Patty.
Armond is GREAT!
1985...How time flies, I was only 24 years old.
I love these guys! I have their CD's with many of these classics! Great bothers in Jesus Christ! I sing deep second bass too! :)
3:07 What I Can Do For You
16:33 I'd Rather Believe In You
Fun 😅🎉❤ nostalgia
Great guitar solos.
The incomparable Tom Hemby!
Vocally,Dave Will was no punk! Very underrated singer.
I guess that’s one way to put it…. Or you could say he had one of the smoothest voices in Christian music. What a great talent
@@dsimpson41
You say it your way,I’ll say it my way !
Have any idea of the date as to when this was recorded and the location?
David, its titled 20th anniversary so find out when The Imperials began.
Id guess this is 1978-80 - whichever year its great stuff !
I took my wife, then girlfriend to their 1986 Let The Wind Blow tour - this is a good bit prior to that.
Blessings in Him - David in Texas
David, it’s 1984, Dallas.
So great! Who are the band members?
I wanted to know the same thing. Lol
The first CCM I heard (Sail On) was Imperials. They are great! However, I cannot bear Paul Smith's renditions of songs that were originally led by Russ Taff.
Ray, I feel pretty much the same way. The frustrating part is that I really liked the songs Paul Smith did on Stand By the Power, but they would never do those in concert much. So Paul had to cover Russ, which was a losing proposition. Paul Smith on the albums SBTP and Let the Wind Blow is awesome
@@dsimpson41 That's a shame if they never sang Paul Smith led tunes much live instead of singing his predecessor's songs for most of the concerts
Priority was the best... the whole album
Who is the guy playing lead guitar? I remember the face but can’t remember his name.🤷🏼♂️
Tom Hemby
I dearly love this version of the Imperials. Each member was a top notch vocalist in his own right. Together they had a magnificent sound with a fabulous band. All this being said, they should have dropped Praise the Lord from their performance list for this concert. Without Russ Taff the song just falls way short of the performance & power that he provided.
I can’t believe how much Hillsong has ripped off from these people musically.
I compose and play the massive church organ and a few other instruments.
What does hill song have to do with this?
Paul Smith is no Russ Taff but he does well...you can have the voice but i dont see the Spirit ....maybe it is just me
Well, Russ was/is Pentecostal and Paul was Baptist, so that makes a difference when it comes to the Holy Spirit.
I love The Imperials and continue to watch them and I listen to the lyrics they sing. I admire them more knowing they really sing from their heart to worship the Lord and praying and hoping they reach out to people to know more of the Lords greatness. Armond Morales who shepherd the Imperials had been a strong Christ believer and known to be a man of strong faith passed away 2022 after over 50 yrs with the imperials has done a good job to honor and give Glory to his Almighty God. He is now enjoying God’s presence with eternal joy and delight. 🙏🏼💕