Every Maria McKee fan always wonders why she's not "famous" and why nobody knows who she is anymore, but I don't think the music audiences of today would be able to handle anyone like her. She had this rare combination of sweetness and fiery intensity that you don't see in today's female artists. Plus, she had this amazing stage presence with her Telecaster and floral dresses (an odd combination, but it totally worked for her). She was an original, unlike these American Idol types we see now.
I saw so many shows in the late 80s early 90s. What a blessing to be 20 feet from the stage of these amazing artists. Their music filled my soul; her voice was electrifying.
this woman has helped me through unimaginable pain and heartache I have listened to her with my soul and witg my mind over my last 30 plus years. never once have I ever not be lifted to a higher place. my bucket list number 1 is to meet Maria McKee and listen to her. she has a voice that would make angels cry and centers try to repent
very nice Kim...you know you can follow her on Twitter and Facebook...she's very active on them, and it is her not a pr person twitter.com/realmariamckee ... instagram.com/thisismariamckee/ a couple great long interviews are here too, and some recent ones...if you want links let me know
Agree with everything you said about Maria. I feel very much the same about her music. Listening to her somehow has an almost hypnotic, trance-like effect on me. Very emotionally soul stirring. Always leaves me stunned and with a lump in my throat, especially "Show Me Heaven".
Actually, Lone Justice got plenty of airplay on MTV and various music video shows in the '80s. Plus, even before their first album came out, they got plenty of press as the band that every label wanted to sign and the Next Big Thing. I remember reading about them and seeing them on TV way before I heard them on the radio, so they were well promoted. Plus, they got to open for U2 on two tours. It's just that most people were not ready for this kind of cowpunk/alt-country music.
Happy days. Recall seeing them at the famous, Marquee Club in London, when the great Cyndi Lauper came on to do a duet, with Maria. Don't Toss Us Away, if I remember correctly. What a set of lungs those two had. Breathtaking !
Maria Mckee has been and will continue to be one of my top 3 female rock vocalists. The other 2 are Ann Wilson of Heart and a country girl by the name of Gretchen Wilson, who is an associate/friend of Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart. She does amazing covers of Barracuda, Look up 2007 mtv Honors, where Gretchen sang with Alice in chains , Nancy made a guest appearance on guitar, she also, meaning Gretchen does great covers of many rock songs including wild side by motley crue, hot blooded and her strut just to name a few
Absolutely love this song! Thanks so much for posting this! Maria was a major influence on my becoming a musician when I was a teenager. She is just amazing - what an wonderful band! Thanks again
I believe Rolling Stone said she was one of the 3 best (female) singers of all time before she went solo, yet Billboard did not even have her in the top 200!
Perhaps if they didn't have the music industry behind their every step desperately trying to make them "happen", they might have achieved more eventually.
Lone Justice should have took off but the powers that be at MTV were not behind them. So much crap came out and was promoted during this great music era, they should have been mega stars!
This is actually better than the studio version with the backup vocals (which I wouldn’t have believed the song would be better without those background singers. But now in hindsight, it made the song too busy). The producer really failed to capture this band on their debut
What a great old video! Where do you guys get this cool old stuff? Maria is just amazing, and continues to be with her new stuff. Love it, and thank you, PalominoKid!
I'm guessing this is 1985. A potential answer to Cyndi LAuper but it never happened for her. Buggered up by the Music business. But then heaven gave her a second chance.
I bought their debut album. Honestly, the quality of the tracks was not consistent at all. They should have been kept out of the limelights at that early stage. But.... how could anyone hold back the best female vocalist of the eighties?
Every Maria McKee fan always wonders why she's not "famous" and why nobody knows who she is anymore, but I don't think the music audiences of today would be able to handle anyone like her. She had this rare combination of sweetness and fiery intensity that you don't see in today's female artists. Plus, she had this amazing stage presence with her Telecaster and floral dresses (an odd combination, but it totally worked for her). She was an original, unlike these American Idol types we see now.
could not agree more!
The story of Lone Justice and Geffin records is a cautionary tale for musicians.
one of if not the best!!
She’d be very popular on the indie scene today. I could see her having similar popularity to great bands like The Regrettes.
I saw so many shows in the late 80s early 90s. What a blessing to be 20 feet from the stage of these amazing artists. Their music filled my soul; her voice was electrifying.
Simply awesome, Maria was a class act, cruelly underated.
Their debut album is one of my all time favorites. Saw them in Norman Oklahoma opening for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
I so miss Maria and Lone Justice! ❤️❤️
this woman has helped me through unimaginable pain and heartache I have listened to her with my soul and witg my mind over my last 30 plus years. never once have I ever not be lifted to a higher place. my bucket list number 1 is to meet Maria McKee and listen to her. she has a voice that would make angels cry and centers try to repent
very nice Kim...you know you can follow her on Twitter and Facebook...she's very active on them, and it is her not a pr person
twitter.com/realmariamckee ...
instagram.com/thisismariamckee/
a couple great long interviews are here too, and some recent ones...if you want links let me know
Agree with everything you said about Maria. I feel very much the same about her music. Listening to her somehow has an almost hypnotic, trance-like effect on me. Very emotionally soul stirring. Always leaves me stunned and with a lump in my throat, especially "Show Me Heaven".
the who ,Sarah brightman and Suzy both Use help me every day
Suzy bogguss
me too, only the immortal Patsy Cline moves me as much as Maria....
Awesome!! Still sounds fresh...and her voice is unbelievable!
Thanks!! 🥳
Actually, Lone Justice got plenty of airplay on MTV and various music video shows in the '80s. Plus, even before their first album came out, they got plenty of press as the band that every label wanted to sign and the Next Big Thing. I remember reading about them and seeing them on TV way before I heard them on the radio, so they were well promoted. Plus, they got to open for U2 on two tours. It's just that most people were not ready for this kind of cowpunk/alt-country music.
Jason & the Scorchers and Lone Justice tried so hard, music still kicks ass today.
The band was tight! Driving bass. What a rockn tune. Love Maria!
Great voice at 18 even better now! Beyoncé whooooo? She blows those wannabee's out of the water!
What if back then they put more emphasis on what a bad ass live band they were. I saw them open for U2 in 1985 and I was blown away.
I saw them at the Park West in Chicago when their first album came out. She was fantastic in a great place to see an intimate concert.
Ah the Park West
Damn what a place to see a show
Happy days. Recall seeing them at the famous, Marquee Club in London, when the great Cyndi Lauper came on to do a duet, with Maria. Don't Toss Us Away, if I remember correctly. What a set of lungs those two had. Breathtaking !
What a voice. She still sends me with her voice.
Amazing talent. Love her voice and spirit! True fan from the jump. 😻
Maria Mckee has been and will continue to be one of my top 3 female rock vocalists. The other 2 are Ann Wilson of Heart and a country girl by the name of Gretchen Wilson, who is an associate/friend of Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart. She does amazing covers of Barracuda, Look up 2007 mtv Honors, where Gretchen sang with Alice in chains , Nancy made a guest appearance on guitar, she also, meaning Gretchen does great covers of many rock songs including wild side by motley crue, hot blooded and her strut just to name a few
Love this version !
Great song , great voice.
Absolutely love this song! Thanks so much for posting this!
Maria was a major influence on my becoming a musician when I was a teenager. She is just amazing - what an wonderful band!
Thanks again
So outrageously, stupendously good! How could I not have heard this before?!
what a voice! my speakers come alive........now thats music t my ears...thanks for sharing....cheers eh...ken
love this version
Shes a goddess
Sounds just as good now in 2022 as it did in 1985.
Too sweet /// Came here from Stings broken music tour via Shayne.
Wow... this is great.
I believe Rolling Stone said she was one of the 3 best (female) singers of all time before she went solo, yet Billboard did not even have her in the top 200!
Oh Maria...
Perhaps if they didn't have the music industry behind their every step desperately trying to make them "happen", they might have achieved more eventually.
Great fucking band with a front woman who knew how to rocket it. Plus I believe she was writing the songs; which it is really all bout.
Wow, what a voice!
What a wonderful track! Thank you for posting! Cheers, Jerry
Wow I loved it !!!!
Happy Birthday, Maria McKee!
Je les avais vu au bataclan en 85, excellent, ils avaient
fini le concert par une reprise de sweet jane du velvet
Ron M., Henry G. , are you out there? Remember L.J. shows???So good...so so good!!!! Some of my best memories! V
Lone Justice should have took off but the powers that be at MTV were not behind them. So much crap came out and was promoted during this great music era, they should have been mega stars!
This is actually better than the studio version with the backup vocals (which I wouldn’t have believed the song would be better without those background singers. But now in hindsight, it made the song too busy).
The producer really failed to capture this band on their debut
Criminal that we only have this saved for history at 240p
omg.. if there was an american idol show back then,,, i wish bowersox would to a tribute.. this would be great...
What a great old video! Where do you guys get this cool old stuff? Maria is just amazing, and continues to be with her new stuff. Love it, and thank you, PalominoKid!
I'm guessing this is 1985. A potential answer to Cyndi LAuper but it never happened for her. Buggered up by the Music business. But then heaven gave her a second chance.
Anybody knows where to find Wheels ? It has been deleted. One is left with crappy sound. I miss it real bad !
Great song--written by the E. Street Band's Little Steven Van Zandt
wouldnt.ne.tje.same.without.the.tremedous.talent.of.incredible.lone.justuce.and.maria.
don't forget Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers gotem on stage and recorded first
t.p.sucks.donkey....youmknow.the.rest...
@smichelle65
Written by Maria McKee, Steven Van Zandt & BenmontTench ;)
I bought their debut album. Honestly, the quality of the tracks was not consistent at all. They should have been kept out of the limelights at that early stage. But.... how could anyone hold back the best female vocalist of the eighties?
lol yes
As in shelter Maria gets away from the studio wankers and does a better live version
I farted