"It's a Canadian thing" Is probably derived from the fact that the Western music industry has always been dominated by big countries, and Canada has always been a younger 'upstart'. so in order for Canadian bands to have succeeded, they have to be unparalleled. At the very top of their game. This is why you get bands like Rush, Triumph, and many many others you've yet to experience in videos. Tragically Hip, Tea Party April Wine Headstones Teenage Head Loverboy Chilliwack ..the list goes on, and on..!
Thanks for reacting to this video. Rik Emmitt is a great guitarist, singer and songwriter. They were the good guys of rock back in the 80s. Hopefully, you will do more of their stuff.
Lets not forget that Rik Emmett is singing and playing lead guitar and wrote the song. He is an amazing talent and so underrated. I always loved these guys.
There was a story went around when this song was released that he wrote it for his wife who was battling cancer at the time. Not sure how true it was..
Emmett dropping a classical guitar piece in the same concert. Can anyone name another virtuoso guitarist that can sing like that? th-cam.com/video/7DnAPQcPMNU/w-d-xo.html
The guitar solo on the studio version of this song is, in my opinion, one of the most perfectly crafted and performed solos of all time. Years ago, two friends of mine who were DJs in the metro Detroit area met, fell in love, and were married. On their way to their honeymoon, the bride fell ill...upon going to the hospital, they learned that she had Hodgkin's Disease. They chose to go on their honeymoon as scheduled. What followed was a short but happy marriage...the disease resisted all treatments, coming back every time. If memory serves, she passed away something like 7 years later. Her on-air name was Sabrina West (Black, after they married), and the groom was named Steve Black. I bring up this sad story because they were (and are) friends of mine, and I attended Sabrina's funeral. Instead of the usual depressing music, the funeral home was filled with the sounds of their favorite music, which they had chosen together beforehand. This song was prominently featured among those songs, and the lyrics were printed on the back of the memory cards that were handed out. Steve later said that they had become a sort of rallying cry for Sabrina and himself. I've never looked at the song the same way since. Rest in Peace Sabrina Black! I apologize for the length of this post...I kept it as brief as possible. God bless!
Don't worry about the length, it was well worth that beautiful and heart wrenching story. Poignant, sad and inspiring. Go bless her and you. And Triumph.
You sure are welcome, I also play guitar and have ALWAYS thought the same as you about the studio solo on that song, I just HAD to learn it note for note!
A trivia point: Mike Levine, the bassist, was once a contestant on "Wheel of Fortune." He didn't make the bonus round, but did win $3500. And Pat Sajak and Vanna White apparently never heard of Triumph.
Rik Emmett is not only a top notch singer, he's got strong voice he can control at will. It's such a great distinctive voice I believe he should be up there with Dio, Dickinson, Halford, and Tate as far as the top five singers. His guitar playing is a mix of classical blues and rock. He always plays the perfect notes and doesn't waste one. Underrated as anyone could be. He is such a unique talent that you don't see anymore.
This song really helped me thru tough time. First year after graduation, married and expecting first son then my husband passed away from an accident. Helped me fight the good fight.....GOD bless you for this 🤴🌬️🌈🙏
I just LOVE watching people's first reactions to great music that I have LOVED for over 40 years in Triumph's case...over 50 years in many others! Nothing but positivity and raw human emotion, combined with a hell of lot of talent!
Very underrated band of all time. they've been referred to as Rush's better looking cousin..I say they are better than them..they never had a guy look like a flock of seagulls and never went soft with synthesizers .
@@paceflchick Unlike Ilikeryche, I get what you are saying, only amateurs who compare their success with Rush will say they are underrated, other rock musicians and anyone who understands music, talent, and musicianship will get that they are not underrated.
My favorite group. Canadians are know to be "NICE" and say "I'm sorry". Rik Emmett (lead guitar and lead vocals on most songs) has the sweetest, best & highest (largest vocal range) male rock singer I have ever heard. And 2nd to no one guitar playing. Although Very humble and would never say how good he is. In concert one time, during "Rock and Roll Machine', Rik went into a ??? 30 minute solo--playing at least (1) of Every great Rock & Roll song, by Every great guitarist ( Jimi H, Jimmy Page, Santana, etc.... songs by Queen, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Rush, Jefferson Airplane/Star ship, Pink F, and Many More. Also classical Flamingo, Jazz, Blues, Fusion, and MORE. Truly a gifted and humble... and Canadian ( sober ? ) musician. [ They toured in L.A on the early '80s. Rik did solo and other groups--all different styles. Thank you Jamel.
My father died when I was 13 and this song kept me alive. I’m a jeep drive’n OIIIIIIIO, guitar playin, kayakin, surfin, carpenter and I when I leave this world, it will be on the wings of a butterfly. So yeah, it’s a good song
Triumph was playing around the time of Rush and was referred to as "Rush's better looking cousin." They never did tour together. You can see from the video that Triumph added a second guitarist later in their career when they toured, which Rush didn't do. The lead guitarist and the singer of this song (and most of their "hits") is Rik Emmett. An excellent player in his own right, he authored a monthly article in Guitar Player magazine. Jamal, you like drummers who can sing, right? Gil Moore sang lead in many Triumph songs, too. Definitely a hard rock band of the 70s and 80s.
Gil Moore is such a good singer, he could front most bands- even behind the drum kit. What a band- to have TWO fantastic vocalists among only three members.
Yeah, never toured together but they knew each other and sounds like there was a lot of mutual respect. And they're both from the Toronto area. www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/8547828/triumphs-gil-moore-on-neil-peart-rush
"On July 31st, former Triumph guitarist Rik Emmett guested on 101 WRIF, and during the interview he discussed his relationship with Rush guitarist and fellow countryman, Alex Lifeson. Emmett: "Alex and I were always well suited to each other, I think. When Triumph was just a bar band playing The Gasworks on Yonge Street in Toronto, Alex came down to the gig and had a couple of beers and introduced himself to me. We've done guitar workshops together. And, of course, he played on one of my records. I did a record for Mascot / Provogue a few years back - 2016, I think - and Alex played on a couple of tracks. He's a gentleman, he's a tremendous artist. If he had decided he wanted to be a painter, he would have been a great painter. If he'd have been a poet, he would have been a great poet. But, he was a guy that picked up an electric guitar and eventually was in this band. And Rush... we were always riding on their coattails. They were always a bigger thing than us, breaking other markets and playing all over the world. We owed a lot to them."" (source: bravewords.com/news/former-triumph-guitarist-rik-emmett-weighs-in-on-rush-they-were-always-a-bigger-thing-than-us-breaking-other-markets-and-playing-all-over-the-world-we-owed-a-lot-to-them)
Triumph is my favorite rock band ever. Saw them 3 times in the 80's at Reunion Arena in Dallas. Had tbe privilege to see Rik Emmett along with Dave Dunlop playing acoustic in Houston in 2009. My guitar hero and such a nice guy. We always need positive messages. Ordinary Man was put out there for the world to hear.
Again, I am blown away by how good triumph was at performing live. Such a solid song and very true to the studio version, with just enough improvisation.
That's why the name of the band is Triumph: positivity. (Actually they originally named themselves after the motorcycle brand, but for most people it came to be associated with all the positive lyrics.) They never toured on the same bill as Rush, though individual members have worked together in side projects, and they did tour the same circuits and often with the same opening bands. On a personal note, this band's music saved my life. It was a light in very dark places for me when I was a kid. I think a lot of people can say the same. You should do Magic Power or Hold On next, for more positivity.
Joe Balusik,III, Shooting Star did, but I prefer Triumph. Almost no one knew Shooting Star, which is a shame. “Breakout” rocks! “Are You On My Side,” “Last Chance,” and “Hang On For Your Life” are positive songs. “Flesh and Blood” is another I still play. “Hollywood” still gets mentioned. They were pretty unique in their use of violins in rock. A couple of bands did that, but very few.
Joe Balusik,III, I’ve had my tunes playing Shooting Star all afternoon. It’s hard to believe they weren’t bigger. There’s some great musicianship in that band.
@@Deborahtunes Yes but if you remember or look it up, u will find that Triumph used Allied Forces for a few years in the 80's for reasons unknown to me! I saw them in Indianapolis in the mid to late 80's with Golden Earing as the opener and it was billed the "Triumph Allied Forces Never Surrender" tour! Been to a lot of concerts and that show still ranks in my top 10! But this ranking is kinda deceiving due to the fact that ive seen Metallica live 9 times! lol
@@jefffordyce1536 ~ That's probably true. But I'm just talking in terms of the actual release date of the album. Not how many times they used it in their tours. Allied Forces is their biggest selling Lp to date. So it not unreasonable thinking that they would continue to use it in a few more tours. I've seen other bands do the same thing...
@@Deborahtunes Right, but unless im reading your reply wrong(happend before lol) it appears that you were correcting the post you were replying to by saying it couldn't have been Allied forces he remembersd in 83' cause it came out in 81' and damn i think something hit me just now! lol If he was referring to an AF concert in 83' , he is 100% correct but if he was reflecting on the album AF 83' you would be 100% correct in pointing out 81'! lol. Either way one thing is 100% correct, we all three have excellent taste in music! lol Good night im tapping out! lol
One of my favourite bands, lucky enough to have seen them play a couple of times. including their last concert prior to their break up September 1988, day show just the band and their instruments and a fond farewell. They were the quintessential Rock and Roll Machine, awesome shows with lights, lasers and explosions en mass. They were a power house live band. Rik Emmett is a guitar GOD, a master of the craft and can play anything, in any style. Gil Moore and Mike Levine weren't too shabby either. Rik was the show.
Jamel - as far as I know, Rush and Triumph never toured together. They did, however, get their early start around the same time and place (club scene around Toronto) and were familiar with each other before either became famous. In particular, Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson and Triumph guitarist Rik Emmett are longtime friends, who have worked together on numerous projects. Rush and Triumph are often compared because: 1. They are both "power trios" from Canada; 2. Rik's and Geddy's vocals have a somewhat similar quality; 3. Both have blazing, electrifying lead guitar work; 4. Both have a bass player who also plays keyboards. Some significant differences though: 1. Triumph has 2 lead vocalists (drummer GIl Moore sings on some of their harder rocking songs); 2. Triumph did not get into the progressive/thematic/concept material that Rush did; and 3. Starting in the mid/late 80s, Triumph added a 2nd guitarist to their live performances to more closely capture their studio sound, which featured a lot of multi-tracked guitar parts. I saw Triumph twice during their early days when they performed as a 3-piece act (Rik, Mike, GIl) - they were an exciting band to see live, and used a lot of flashing lights and pyrotechnics in their shows. And Rik's guitar work is truly awe-inspiring. Some of my favorites you should check out: "Hold On", "Rock & Roll Machine", "Blinding Light Show", "Magic Power", "24 Hours a Day".
As a Detroiter, these Canadian rock bands were very popular because we could receive the Windsor and sometimes Toronto radio waves. And, talent prevails so the Detroit rock stations knew of the growing popularity and gave them airplay.
Lyrics The days grow shorter and the nights are getting long Feels like we're running out of time Every day it seems much harder tellin' right from wrong You got to read between the lines Don't get discouraged, don't be afraid, we can Make it through another day Make it worth the price we pay The Good Book says it's better to give than to receive I do my best to do my part Nothin' in my pockets I got nothin' up my sleeve I keep my magic in my heart Keep up your spirit, keep up your faith, baby I am counting on you You know what you've got to do Fight the good fight every moment Every minute every day Fight the good fight every moment It's your only way All your life you've been waiting for your chance Where you'll fit into the plan But you're the master of your…
“Nothing in my pockets, nothing up my sleeve”. That is so cool. Happy to help anyone he can, not in it for the money. Not looking to trick or hurt anyone. Never really heard those lyrics before. Awesome
...🎶own destiny, So give and take the best that you can. You think a little more money can buy your soul some rest You’d better think something else instead You’re so afraid of being honest with yourself You’d better take a look inside your head Nothing is easy, nothing good is free, But I can tell you where to start Take a look inside your heart There’s an answer in your heart Fight the good fight every moment Every minute, every day You fight the good fight every moment Make it worth the price we pay Every moment of your lifetime Every minute, every day Fight the good fight every moment Make it worth the price we pay. 🎶
IMAGINE...being back in 1980s...the world has always had a lot of music, but not like what happened when we got amps and world tours...enter...Queens Ryche...and enter Triump! Somehow, much of the world missed it. Even You missed it. You my friend are one of the lucky ones...with time You found the knowledge, wisdom, beat, cross-cultural empathy, all of it... And You my friend fell into TH-cam. And thru it all...You finally, after 50 years, have discovered a source of music We have loved. Love for Triumph...its hard to put into words. You see, They Do. Lay it on the Line, Never Surrender,...the band's Moto is music that inspires the strength needed at times to make "thru another day." Let me go deep, I'm in San Antonio Texas. The FIRST TIME Triumph was ever played on the radio in the Country was HERE. WE WERE LIKE..."WTF...WHO WAS...THAT?!!" As I said, IMAGINE. What happened after is Rock History...This City ADOPTED Triumph. When Triumph would tour, the First Spot they would open was Here; sometimes even quietly at first. Some small room somewhere. This city would SHUT DOWN when Triumph came to town. It was an incredible time of love for music, where the divisions we see today just weren't in your face. Seems to me, if division "was always here"...the best way to learn past it is to keep your opinion too yourself. Nothing good to say, don't say anything. Eventually, those racial characters get forgotten. To help bring those insecurities to the surface, as The Trump Party has done is at first energizing (too bad they were not inherently good qualities!), that Hooray! feeling of being involved with others that agree with you...step back...the obvious point I'm making is well, obvious. And now, We have a problem. One much much worse than racism. A Country Divided means a Country broken to the point we can't get anything done. While the Chinese are landing astronauts on the dark side of the moon, or building their first space station, We like the fool's that racism makes of Us, can't see past the things that should be default easy decisions. Now it's "us" vs "them"...stupid. who is "them," your NEIGHBORS?? YES THEY ARE. So we now have Being part of the Problem or Being part of the Solution. Anyhow, Congrats to You for having transcended all this rediculous finger pointing. Able to jump thru time to 1980, put on a "white mans cap" and Rock because it's the Music; and more, the Truth. Too bad more White Men don't recognize what a freedom it is to be Black, traveling in time (You), and Learn. In the end, it's NOT the White Race or Black Race...HELLO: THERE IS ONLY ONE RACE...THE HUMAN RACE. Recognize.
these are just good guys, too. i won't call them a christian band, but they sure do try to put a positivity out there you didn't find in most mainstream rock.
Yeah, kind of like Shooting Star, but more successful. I wish I’d seen them live. I bought the albums immediately, but my bf at the time was into punk & bands like Devo, The Tubes, Oingo Boingo, the B52s, etc. (weird flex, I know; his lack of appreciation for rock led to our demise as a couple). I enjoyed all those concerts; just glad that the Dead Kennedys and Sex Pistols didn’t tour nearby during that time. I’ve since seen Agent Orange. I was underwhelmed by the music, the performance, and the backstage amenities.
As a proud Canadian I'm so, so proud of Triumph. I've seen them three times and their live show is fantastic. But they are just one of dozens of great Canadian bands that don't get the attention they deserve. Rock on Canada!!!
I remember seeing "Triumph" several times back in the 80's - they had probably one of the best light shows at the time - they even used runway lights to basically blind the audience although we didn't care in the least - I'm sure I even lost some of my hearing at their shows but it was absolutely some of the best times of my young life - I miss those great Rock shows
1987 was when U2 swept North America with the Joshua Tree Tour. It was like Zeppelin sweeping America in 1987 one of the greatest concerts I’ve witnessed. To be 18 again in 1987
u need to hear the studio version of this song as well...its just has such a profound message and powerful sound..with the voice on top of the mountain...clearly designed to inspire us in life
"Once I thought the Truth was gonna set me free, but now I feel the chains of its responsibility".......""Ordinary Man" has the best lyrics from Triumph
Speaking from a woman's perspective, I believe that's because Rush delved into a lot of scfi subjects within their lyrics. Generally speaking, females don't get into that as much as males do. Triumph was more about romantic relationships, and lifting up the human spirit in their music. Of course it didn't hurt that Rik Emmett was eye candy for the ladies either...
@@beadybaby ~ 👍 I was in Baltimore. Had floor seats, around the 14th row. I believe I still have my ticket stub from the concert too. Loved the lazer lights incorporated into the show...
I had my mom watch some of your videos today and she said “I’m so glad this generation is discovering the olden goldies” 🤣 Typical Mama, always close but not quite right.
Triumph came on the scene, and rivaled Rush in crowds and the voices were incredible Triumph some how didn't have the promotion power they needed. Truly a great Canadian Rock Band
Triumph is a rabbit hole you have to go down. One of the most underrated bands around. They also have one of your favorite things...a singing drummer .
Saw Triumph at the US Festival in 1983. Just me and 300,000+ of my closest friends. Great band , great day. Rock Out Roll On , is a great tune of theirs .
Hits you with the slow and melodic lyrics, then comes the face Melter guitar solo, and then rotates into the the mind-blowing lyrics before the band completely rocks out for the last 2 minutes. Classic rock at it's absolute finest.
" The good book says it's better to give than to receive, I do my best to do my part. Nothing in my pockets and there's nothing up my sleeve, I keep my magic in my heart."
I'd like to correct Rik Emmet. He said, "nothing good is free" but I'm not paying to watch your channel, and it's good. Also, Magic Power. That Triumph song could be about you.
@Rob Otto "He said, "nothing good is free" but I'm not paying to watch your channel, and it's good." Your electric and internet bill. Sorry dude but the phrase "nothing is free" is absolutely true.
Rob Otto, If you like the channel, but don’t want to/can’t afford to pay, you can let the ads run to help out Jamel. You don’t have to watch or listen to them. Just let them play while you’re brushing your teeth, or whatever.
@@beachgirl4583 lol. No, I'm fine. Money isn't an issue. Some TH-cam policies keep me from paying on principle. Jamel seems to be quite the entrepreneur so I can support him in merch or something.
I was lucky enough to see Triumph on their Allied Forces Tour... .not a huge stadium, but one OF THE BEST CONCERTS I've EVER been too. Rik Emmett sings soooo high and plays sooo well... tight band. MAGIC POWER is the one you need to do. Rock On! peace
Seen these guys three times in Hollywood Florida in the 80's. Amazing show and stage show. The lasers and light you were always wowed when you saw Triumph!!
Jamel_AKA_Jamal - I love watching your reaction to Triumph's music. You needed to be in the front row and experience the band's greatness live and in person!
I get what you're saying Jamel about getting that 'rush' vibe... RUSH... another amazing Canadian rock band 🇨🇦 🎸 🎶 🎵 I absolutely love Triumph! Last I knew, the lead singer Rik Emmett was teaching guitar at a Toronto College. I haven't Googled him recently so not sure if he's still teaching. I met him back in the early 90's at a local mall Scarborough Town Centre at the HMV grand opening. He was such a super nice guy. Very mellow, kind, happy, warm smile, very friendly and approachable, so cool to talk to. I still have his autographed poster from that day. A huge music talent and such a down to earth nice guy. I agree with Jamel, not worth using up your energy on something that has no good, no meaningful or no purposeful benefit to the world, to yourself, to life. Amen 🙏🏼
Love Triumph, they remind me more of Journey rather than Rush. But not the Canadian part just the music.lol Great music!!! Rik Emmett is an amazing singer and guitarist. ❤👍💜🎶🎸
They opened for Journey (along with Blue Oyster Cult, and Aldo Nova) at the Rose Bowl in either 82 or 83. They were really good live and held their own quite well.
🇨🇦😎 lovin it from Toronto Canada.....Triumph was a great Canadian hard rock band formed in 1975 that was popular in the late 1970s and the 1980s, building on its reputation and success as a live band. Between its 16 albums and DVDs, it has received 18 gold and nine platinum awards in Canada and the United States.
Was watching a show called "Anne with an e" with my daughter and the theme song was by the Tragically Hip. Damn good song and have been checking them out on TH-cam ever since.
@@ABNHW Good call, great band. The studios for that show is close to me in Toronto. I know a few of the crew members as I worked in film for over 20 yrs. The main house on that show is used a lot in films.
This was my theme song during my fight against pancreatic cancer over the course of most of 2015. I am now 1,996 days post-surgery, with no signs of recurrence. I do not know if they toured with Rush, but when I was in college back in 1977 at Norwich (the military college in Vermont), Molson brewery put on a beer bash in Montpelier. The bands were Triumph, Rush and April Wine.
Great song!!!! I like "Hold On" real well too.... You could check a band called April Wine also "I Like To Rock" and "Roller" would be my suggestions among a few others.
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Oh Lawd! Thank You 😎
Words to live by Rik Emmett!
Magic Power by these guys is such a good song, check it out
"It's a Canadian thing" Is probably derived from the fact that the Western music industry has always been dominated by big countries, and Canada has always been a younger 'upstart'. so in order for Canadian bands to have succeeded, they have to be unparalleled. At the very top of their game.
This is why you get bands like Rush, Triumph, and many many others you've yet to experience in videos.
Tragically Hip,
Tea Party
April Wine
Headstones
Teenage Head
Loverboy
Chilliwack
..the list goes on, and on..!
Thanks for reacting to this video. Rik Emmitt is a great guitarist, singer and songwriter. They were the good guys of rock back in the 80s. Hopefully, you will do more of their stuff.
Lets not forget that Rik Emmett is singing and playing lead guitar and wrote the song. He is an amazing talent and so underrated. I always loved these guys.
There was a story went around when this song was released that he wrote it for his wife who was battling cancer at the time. Not sure how true it was..
d8ford The song was written about his Aunt. But, yes. Battling cancer.
Anyone who is a true rock fan would never say he is underrated! What the hell are you talking about!!
One of THE most under rated ever!!!
Emmett dropping a classical guitar piece in the same concert. Can anyone name another virtuoso guitarist that can sing like that?
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The guitar solo on the studio version of this song is, in my opinion, one of the most perfectly crafted and performed solos of all time.
Years ago, two friends of mine who were DJs in the metro Detroit area met, fell in love, and were married. On their way to their honeymoon, the bride fell ill...upon going to the hospital, they learned that she had Hodgkin's Disease. They chose to go on their honeymoon as scheduled.
What followed was a short but happy marriage...the disease resisted all treatments, coming back every time. If memory serves, she passed away something like 7 years later. Her on-air name was Sabrina West (Black, after they married), and the groom was named Steve Black.
I bring up this sad story because they were (and are) friends of mine, and I attended Sabrina's funeral. Instead of the usual depressing music, the funeral home was filled with the sounds of their favorite music, which they had chosen together beforehand. This song was prominently featured among those songs, and the lyrics were printed on the back of the memory cards that were handed out. Steve later said that they had become a sort of rallying cry for Sabrina and himself. I've never looked at the song the same way since.
Rest in Peace Sabrina Black!
I apologize for the length of this post...I kept it as brief as possible.
God bless!
Don't worry about the length, it was well worth that beautiful and heart wrenching story. Poignant, sad and inspiring. Go bless her and you. And Triumph.
@@bobmcmorris8797 ...thank you!
You sure are welcome, I also play guitar and have ALWAYS thought the same as you about the studio solo on that song, I just HAD to learn it note for note!
@@bobmcmorris8797 ...I'm still working on that.
You'll get it, took me awhile.
The tone and pitch in his voice was unmatched by any 80s singer and by most performers ever!
My brother was unconscious from cancer. I sent him this song to hear. Love you always brother!!! ❤️😽😽
Like Triumph and Rush, try April Wine. More Canadian, more great songs.
April Wine ROLLER! What a rockin' song! You'll love it
Sign of the gypsy queen!
Just Between You and Me, lead singer sings a bit in French!!!
I was thinking the exact same thing.
I like to rock
Please tell me magic power is coming.......
Came here just to say this! I think he will love the lyrics to that song especially 💙
Please!!!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
We need to start a partition lol. The 83 US festival version is awesome, best version. I've met Gil Moore, great musicians
Oh h*ll yes !!!!!!
Chad Carden I feel like the lyrics of that song sum up everything his reaction channel is allowed
A trivia point: Mike Levine, the bassist, was once a contestant on "Wheel of Fortune." He didn't make the bonus round, but did win $3500. And Pat Sajak and Vanna White apparently never heard of Triumph.
Rik Emmett is not only a top notch singer, he's got strong voice he can control at will. It's such a great distinctive voice I believe he should be up there with Dio, Dickinson, Halford, and Tate as far as the top five singers. His guitar playing is a mix of classical blues and rock. He always plays the perfect notes and doesn't waste one. Underrated as anyone could be. He is such a unique talent that you don't see anymore.
The next Triumph song must be Magic Power.
THAT'S WHAT I KEEP SAYING!!! '83 US FESTIVAL. AWESOME VERSION
Allied Forces after that ,I love that song ,I used to listen to it before my hockey games and it got me pumped.
Hold On is another must from them. Rik Emmett is a genius.
Hold on!!!!!!
I heard he went to my old high school Westview in North York and Toronto
Saw these guys in 81 or 82. Hands down one of the best shows I've seen.
Rock and Roll lives and breathes in the Hearts of the young ♥ TRIUMPH FOREVER ROCKS!
This song really helped me thru tough time. First year after graduation, married and expecting first son then my husband passed away from an accident. Helped me fight the good fight.....GOD bless you for this 🤴🌬️🌈🙏
God Bless You for keeping The Faith🙏🏻
@@OneTableStudio thank you and GOD bless you and yours 💗
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Glad you were able to push on and sorry for your loss as well, that's terrible for a young person to go through. Bless you as well
Music heals.
You can’t stop with the Triumph reactions until you react to Magic Power.It’s a song that speaks to ALL of us music lovers here on your channel
I second, third, and fourth that!
I must be fifth, sixth and seventh
8th, 9th, and 10th!!
On into infinity
This song is about rick Emmett's aunt. She had cancer. So he wrote this song. Fight the good fight.
I just LOVE watching people's first reactions to great music that I have LOVED for over 40 years in Triumph's case...over 50 years in many others! Nothing but positivity and raw human emotion, combined with a hell of lot of talent!
Old school rock right there and from such an underrated band..... the solid and super positive message is a breath of fresh air here in 2020 as well.
Underrated to whom?
@@paceflchick You must be great fun at parties.
Very underrated band of all time. they've been referred to as Rush's better looking cousin..I say they are better than them..they never had a guy look like a flock of seagulls and never went soft with synthesizers .
@@paceflchick Unlike Ilikeryche, I get what you are saying, only amateurs who compare their success with Rush will say they are underrated, other rock musicians and anyone who understands music, talent, and musicianship will get that they are not underrated.
@@gocanes361 LOL. Flock of Seagulls. I ran so far away...
If you wanna check out his voice listen to the song Hold On.
Rock Out, Roll On. It might be the best rock anthem ever recorded, and Rik hits some high notes.
My favorite group. Canadians are know to be "NICE" and say "I'm sorry". Rik Emmett (lead guitar and lead vocals on most songs) has the sweetest, best & highest (largest vocal range) male rock singer I have ever heard. And 2nd to no one guitar playing. Although Very humble and would never say how good he is. In concert one time, during "Rock and Roll Machine', Rik went into a ??? 30 minute solo--playing at least (1) of Every great Rock & Roll song, by Every great guitarist ( Jimi H, Jimmy Page, Santana, etc.... songs by Queen, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Rush, Jefferson Airplane/Star ship, Pink F, and Many More. Also classical Flamingo, Jazz, Blues, Fusion, and MORE. Truly a gifted and humble... and Canadian ( sober ? ) musician. [ They toured in L.A on the early '80s. Rik did solo and other groups--all different styles. Thank you Jamel.
My father died when I was 13 and this song kept me alive. I’m a jeep drive’n OIIIIIIIO, guitar playin, kayakin, surfin, carpenter and I when I leave this world, it will be on the wings of a butterfly. So yeah, it’s a good song
Really need to do "Spellbound". The drummer sings lead on that one and we know how you like drummers who sing :)
I like their cover of rocky mountain way also!
Great pick!
🎶If looks could kill then you know she would...🎶
Triumph was playing around the time of Rush and was referred to as "Rush's better looking cousin." They never did tour together. You can see from the video that Triumph added a second guitarist later in their career when they toured, which Rush didn't do.
The lead guitarist and the singer of this song (and most of their "hits") is Rik Emmett. An excellent player in his own right, he authored a monthly article in Guitar Player magazine.
Jamal, you like drummers who can sing, right? Gil Moore sang lead in many Triumph songs, too. Definitely a hard rock band of the 70s and 80s.
Rush was like the brother who had a nicer car, prettier girlfriend, more money and cooler friends...... :)
"The Ladies I Love are living in the USA. Talking about American Girls !! I'll have her home by 11 o'clock I promise! " AMERICAN GIRLS !!
Gil Moore is such a good singer, he could front most bands- even behind the drum kit. What a band- to have TWO fantastic vocalists among only three members.
Yeah, never toured together but they knew each other and sounds like there was a lot of mutual respect. And they're both from the Toronto area. www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/8547828/triumphs-gil-moore-on-neil-peart-rush
@@AllThingsElementor I didn't see Gil Moore's reflection of Neil after his passing. Thanks for posting this!
"On July 31st, former Triumph guitarist Rik Emmett guested on 101 WRIF, and during the interview he discussed his relationship with
Rush guitarist and fellow countryman, Alex Lifeson.
Emmett: "Alex and I were always well suited to each other, I think. When Triumph was just a bar band playing The Gasworks on Yonge Street in Toronto, Alex came down to the gig and had a couple of beers and introduced himself to me. We've done guitar workshops together. And, of course, he played on one of my records. I did a record for Mascot / Provogue a few years back - 2016, I think - and Alex played on a couple of tracks. He's a gentleman, he's a tremendous artist. If he had decided he wanted to be a painter, he would have been a great painter. If he'd have been a poet, he would have been a great poet. But, he was a guy that picked up an electric guitar and eventually was in this band. And Rush... we were always riding on their coattails. They were always a bigger thing than us, breaking other markets and playing all over the world. We owed a lot to them.""
(source: bravewords.com/news/former-triumph-guitarist-rik-emmett-weighs-in-on-rush-they-were-always-a-bigger-thing-than-us-breaking-other-markets-and-playing-all-over-the-world-we-owed-a-lot-to-them)
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Many of Triumph’s songs were positive. Check out “Hold On”, and “Magic Power”.
they were one of the top acts playing the US festival in 83 on the "metal day"
"Never Surrender" next , lyrics are really intense
ted ritola,
Yes, that song rocks! So do Spellbound and Rock Out, Roll On.
LIOTL might be my favorite.
Triumph is my favorite rock band ever. Saw them 3 times in the 80's at Reunion Arena in Dallas.
Had tbe privilege to see Rik Emmett along with Dave Dunlop playing acoustic in Houston in 2009.
My guitar hero and such a nice guy.
We always need positive messages. Ordinary Man was put out there for the world to hear.
Again, I am blown away by how good triumph was at performing live. Such a solid song and very true to the studio version, with just enough improvisation.
That's why the name of the band is Triumph: positivity. (Actually they originally named themselves after the motorcycle brand, but for most people it came to be associated with all the positive lyrics.) They never toured on the same bill as Rush, though individual members have worked together in side projects, and they did tour the same circuits and often with the same opening bands. On a personal note, this band's music saved my life. It was a light in very dark places for me when I was a kid. I think a lot of people can say the same. You should do Magic Power or Hold On next, for more positivity.
Glad you’re well now. They have definitely helped a lot of people with their positivity.
No other band wrote such powerfully positive songs...that rocked on top of it.
Joe Balusik,III,
Shooting Star did, but I prefer Triumph. Almost no one knew Shooting Star, which is a shame. “Breakout” rocks! “Are You On My Side,” “Last Chance,” and “Hang On For Your Life” are positive songs. “Flesh and Blood” is another I still play. “Hollywood” still gets mentioned.
They were pretty unique in their use of violins in rock. A couple of bands did that, but very few.
@@beachgirl4583 I have their greatest hits discs. Big fan of "Touch Me Tonight"; killer track IMHO.
Joe Balusik,III,
I’ve had my tunes playing Shooting Star all afternoon. It’s hard to believe they weren’t bigger. There’s some great musicianship in that band.
My man, taking me back in time to 1983, Junior in High School!
Triumph "Allied Forces".
Except *Allied Forces* came out in 1981...
@@Deborahtunes Yes but if you remember or look it up, u will find that Triumph used Allied Forces for a few years in the 80's for reasons unknown to me! I saw them in Indianapolis in the mid to late 80's with Golden Earing as the opener and it was billed the "Triumph Allied Forces Never Surrender" tour! Been to a lot of concerts and that show still ranks in my top 10!
But this ranking is kinda deceiving due to the fact that ive seen Metallica live 9 times! lol
@@jefffordyce1536 ~ That's probably true. But I'm just talking in terms of the actual release date of the album. Not how many times they used it in their tours.
Allied Forces is their biggest selling Lp to date. So it not unreasonable thinking that they would continue to use it in a few more tours. I've seen other bands do the same thing...
@@Deborahtunes Right, but unless im reading your reply wrong(happend before lol) it appears that you were correcting the post you were replying to by saying it couldn't have been Allied forces he remembersd in 83' cause it came out in 81' and damn i think something hit me just now! lol
If he was referring to an AF concert in 83' , he is 100% correct but if he was reflecting on the album AF 83' you would be 100% correct in pointing out 81'! lol. Either way one thing is 100% correct, we all three have excellent taste in music! lol
Good night im tapping out! lol
Lead guitar player.lead singer and wrote the song! That's rock and roll right there!
One of my favourite bands, lucky enough to have seen them play a couple of times. including their last concert prior to their break up September 1988, day show just the band and their instruments and a fond farewell. They were the quintessential Rock and Roll Machine, awesome shows with lights, lasers and explosions en mass. They were a power house live band. Rik Emmett is a guitar GOD, a master of the craft and can play anything, in any style. Gil Moore and Mike Levine weren't too shabby either. Rik was the show.
Keep it up, Jamel. Triumph is one of the best power trios, ever.
@Glen Cox originally there were only 3. They realized they had to hire somebody to cover the rhythm guitar parts when they did live shows.
Digging the Canadian rock brother! they were a hell of a band in the day, stay safe, appreciate the videos!!!
!!!!👋👍🇨🇦🇨🇦👍👋!!!!
Jamel - as far as I know, Rush and Triumph never toured together. They did, however, get their early start around the same time and place (club scene around Toronto) and were familiar with each other before either became famous. In particular, Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson and Triumph guitarist Rik Emmett are longtime friends, who have worked together on numerous projects.
Rush and Triumph are often compared because: 1. They are both "power trios" from Canada; 2. Rik's and Geddy's vocals have a somewhat similar quality; 3. Both have blazing, electrifying lead guitar work; 4. Both have a bass player who also plays keyboards. Some significant differences though: 1. Triumph has 2 lead vocalists (drummer GIl Moore sings on some of their harder rocking songs); 2. Triumph did not get into the progressive/thematic/concept material that Rush did; and 3. Starting in the mid/late 80s, Triumph added a 2nd guitarist to their live performances to more closely capture their studio sound, which featured a lot of multi-tracked guitar parts.
I saw Triumph twice during their early days when they performed as a 3-piece act (Rik, Mike, GIl) - they were an exciting band to see live, and used a lot of flashing lights and pyrotechnics in their shows. And Rik's guitar work is truly awe-inspiring. Some of my favorites you should check out: "Hold On", "Rock & Roll Machine", "Blinding Light Show", "Magic Power", "24 Hours a Day".
As a Detroiter, these Canadian rock bands were very popular because we could receive the Windsor and sometimes Toronto radio waves. And, talent prevails so the Detroit rock stations knew of the growing popularity and gave them airplay.
Lyrics
The days grow shorter and the nights are getting long
Feels like we're running out of time
Every day it seems much harder tellin' right from wrong
You got to read between the lines
Don't get discouraged, don't be afraid, we can
Make it through another day
Make it worth the price we pay
The Good Book says it's better to give than to receive
I do my best to do my part
Nothin' in my pockets I got nothin' up my sleeve
I keep my magic in my heart
Keep up your spirit, keep up your faith, baby
I am counting on you
You know what you've got to do
Fight the good fight every moment
Every minute every day
Fight the good fight every moment
It's your only way
All your life you've been waiting for your chance
Where you'll fit into the plan
But you're the master of your…
“Nothing in my pockets, nothing up my sleeve”. That is so cool. Happy to help anyone he can, not in it for the money. Not looking to trick or hurt anyone. Never really heard those lyrics before. Awesome
@@daveingrey2615
I know right.
It's pure and innocent.
you should check out some more of triumphs
The Interceptor Man!
...🎶own destiny,
So give and take the best that you can.
You think a little more money can buy your soul some rest
You’d better think something else instead
You’re so afraid of being honest with yourself
You’d better take a look inside your head
Nothing is easy, nothing good is free,
But I can tell you where to start
Take a look inside your heart
There’s an answer in your heart
Fight the good fight every moment
Every minute, every day
You fight the good fight every moment
Make it worth the price we pay
Every moment of your lifetime
Every minute, every day
Fight the good fight every moment
Make it worth the price we pay. 🎶
Rush's pretty cousin. I love his voice and the harmonies, so clean and pure.
Geddy Lee never won a beauty contest
@@pulsarlights2825
Haha haha
@@pulsarlights2825 fortunately, music isn't a beauty contest, so it doesn't matter.
@@jasonwilliams6005 Looks don't matter in show business? Seriously?
@@jasonwilliams6005 "it's not whether you win or lose, but how good you looked" David Lee Roth
Young enough to cry, hold on, follow your heart, lay it on the line, never surrender so many more
IMAGINE...being back in 1980s...the world has always had a lot of music, but not like what happened when we got amps and world tours...enter...Queens Ryche...and enter Triump! Somehow, much of the world missed it. Even You missed it. You my friend are one of the lucky ones...with time You found the knowledge, wisdom, beat, cross-cultural empathy, all of it... And You my friend fell into TH-cam. And thru it all...You finally, after 50 years, have discovered a source of music We have loved. Love for Triumph...its hard to put into words. You see, They Do. Lay it on the Line, Never Surrender,...the band's Moto is music that inspires the strength needed at times to make "thru another day." Let me go deep, I'm in San Antonio Texas. The FIRST TIME Triumph was ever played on the radio in the Country was HERE. WE WERE LIKE..."WTF...WHO WAS...THAT?!!" As I said, IMAGINE. What happened after is Rock History...This City ADOPTED Triumph. When Triumph would tour, the First Spot they would open was Here; sometimes even quietly at first. Some small room somewhere. This city would SHUT DOWN when Triumph came to town. It was an incredible time of love for music, where the divisions we see today just weren't in your face. Seems to me, if division "was always here"...the best way to learn past it is to keep your opinion too yourself. Nothing good to say, don't say anything. Eventually, those racial characters get forgotten. To help bring those insecurities to the surface, as The Trump Party has done is at first energizing (too bad they were not inherently good qualities!), that Hooray! feeling of being involved with others that agree with you...step back...the obvious point I'm making is well, obvious. And now, We have a problem. One much much worse than racism. A Country Divided means a Country broken to the point we can't get anything done. While the Chinese are landing astronauts on the dark side of the moon, or building their first space station, We like the fool's that racism makes of Us, can't see past the things that should be default easy decisions. Now it's "us" vs "them"...stupid. who is "them," your NEIGHBORS?? YES THEY ARE. So we now have Being part of the Problem or Being part of the Solution. Anyhow, Congrats to You for having transcended all this rediculous finger pointing. Able to jump thru time to 1980, put on a "white mans cap" and Rock because it's the Music; and more, the Truth. Too bad more White Men don't recognize what a freedom it is to be Black, traveling in time (You), and Learn. In the end, it's NOT the White Race or Black Race...HELLO: THERE IS ONLY ONE RACE...THE HUMAN RACE. Recognize.
Another Great Canadian band. Rik Emmitt is an amazing guitar player he also a great voice
these are just good guys, too. i won't call them a christian band, but they sure do try to put a positivity out there you didn't find in most mainstream rock.
Yeah, kind of like Shooting Star, but more successful. I wish I’d seen them live. I bought the albums immediately, but my bf at the time was into punk & bands like Devo, The Tubes, Oingo Boingo, the B52s, etc. (weird flex, I know; his lack of appreciation for rock led to our demise as a couple). I enjoyed all those concerts; just glad that the Dead Kennedys and Sex Pistols didn’t tour nearby during that time. I’ve since seen Agent Orange. I was underwhelmed by the music, the performance, and the backstage amenities.
Triumph songs always had a message which really resonated with their fans. My all-time favorite group in the 80's. 🥰
As a proud Canadian I'm so, so proud of Triumph. I've seen them three times and their live show is fantastic. But they are just one of dozens of great Canadian bands that don't get the attention they deserve. Rock on Canada!!!
"Never Surrender", be the first to react to it. Its their best song.
Yes
YES INDEED! And turn it up loud!
That's a good song but Magic Power is their best song.
Jamal.. Glad you're reacting to this band, they were so good in concert back in the day great great band 👏🔥💯👍
Oh how this takes me back to the early 80s. I was 19, young and free. This was always rocking house parties. Thanks for the trip to my past. Nice!
I remember seeing "Triumph" several times back in the 80's - they had probably one of the best light shows at the time - they even used runway lights to basically blind the audience although we didn't care in the least - I'm sure I even lost some of my hearing at their shows but it was absolutely some of the best times of my young life - I miss those great Rock shows
Great choice !
Solid rifs
Bold, relevant lyrics
Hooks that never end
Vocals that power the massss
Love me some Triumph
Love me some Trump too!👍
Truly solid riffs and hooks. And don't forget they have a drummer who is an amazing singer in his own right, up there with Rik Emmett.
1987 was when U2 swept North America with the Joshua Tree Tour. It was like Zeppelin sweeping America in 1987 one of the greatest concerts I’ve witnessed. To be 18 again in 1987
u need to hear the studio version of this song as well...its just has such a profound message and powerful sound..with the voice on top of the mountain...clearly designed to inspire us in life
I have said this before,Triumph is the most positive band ever
"Once I thought the Truth was gonna set me free, but now I feel the chains of its responsibility".......""Ordinary Man" has the best lyrics from Triumph
Yes !!! Awesome song!!
Another Awesome song! This is my Dad's favorite song from them. One of my favorites is Time Goes By.
Your dad has good taste. Listen to dad.
Rik Emmett was the classic guitar solo in the Movie Crossroads. Ralph Macchio was on screen but it was Emmett playing the amazing solo.
Ordinary Man is Triumph’s Stairway to Heaven equivalent. Just a masterpiece from beginning to end. My favorite by this talented group hands DOWN.
So many more women at Triumph concerts than Rush concerts. I’ve been lucky enough to see them both. Love from rainy Alaska!
Speaking from a woman's perspective, I believe that's because Rush delved into a lot of scfi subjects within their lyrics. Generally speaking, females don't get into that as much as males do.
Triumph was more about romantic relationships, and lifting up the human spirit in their music. Of course it didn't hurt that Rik Emmett was eye candy for the ladies either...
Deborah 78. Exactly
@@beadybaby ~ 👍 I had a chance to see Triumph myself, in 1986. One of the best concerts I've ever been to...
Deborah 78. I think that’s the same year that I saw them. In Providence Rhode Island
@@beadybaby ~ 👍 I was in Baltimore. Had floor seats, around the 14th row. I believe I still have my ticket stub from the concert too. Loved the lazer lights incorporated into the show...
I had my mom watch some of your videos today and she said “I’m so glad this generation is discovering the olden goldies” 🤣 Typical Mama, always close but not quite right.
i saw these guys in the 80s it was an awsome show no auto tune just a great voice
Triumph came on the scene, and rivaled Rush in crowds and the voices were incredible Triumph some how didn't have the promotion power they needed. Truly a great Canadian Rock Band
Magic Power, Follow Your Heart and Never Surrender should be required listening! 🤘🏻
Brother Jamal, you've got to get Magic Power on the channel! Wonderful Triumph song!
ONE of my favorites for DRIVING. For getting into a workout. For simply doing the dishes.
Triumph is a rabbit hole you have to go down. One of the most underrated bands around. They also have one of your favorite things...a singing drummer .
Awesome concert. Show their talent and watch the drummer sing Follow your heart live in Halifax!!
Saw Triumph at the US Festival in 1983. Just me and 300,000+ of my closest friends. Great band , great day. Rock Out Roll On , is a great tune of theirs .
Hits you with the slow and melodic lyrics, then comes the face Melter guitar solo, and then rotates into the the mind-blowing lyrics before the band completely rocks out for the last 2 minutes. Classic rock at it's absolute finest.
Love Triumph!! So glad you’re playing their songs! Love his voice love this band! You need to listen to Blinding Light Show!!
Hold On, Follow Your Heart, I Can Survive...
Triumph is one of my ALL TIME favorite bands. So happy to see this. THANK YOU!
Love Triumph. Great music! Takes me back years! Rick had a great voice!
" The good book says it's better to give than to receive, I do my best to do my part. Nothing in my pockets and there's nothing up my sleeve, I keep my magic in my heart."
Great band the second best 3 piece band from Canada
So true!
Yes, but they added a rhythm guitar for this concert. Rik used to play both parts.
@@rogerwilcojr with 2 guitars and 4 hands?
@@christopherharris3229 Just the 1 guitar and 2 hands. Of course it didn't sound as full.
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I'd like to correct Rik Emmet. He said, "nothing good is free" but I'm not paying to watch your channel, and it's good. Also, Magic Power. That Triumph song could be about you.
@Rob Otto
"He said, "nothing good is free" but I'm not paying to watch your channel, and it's good."
Your electric and internet bill. Sorry dude but the phrase "nothing is free" is absolutely true.
@SouthVA 757
I was at The US festival and saw these fellas. Man, it was hot out!!
Rob Otto,
If you like the channel, but don’t want to/can’t afford to pay, you can let the ads run to help out Jamel. You don’t have to watch or listen to them. Just let them play while you’re brushing your teeth, or whatever.
@@beachgirl4583 lol. No, I'm fine. Money isn't an issue. Some TH-cam policies keep me from paying on principle. Jamel seems to be quite the entrepreneur so I can support him in merch or something.
@@steadfastneasy26 I pay those without TH-cam. Not sure where you're finding costs to watch Jamel vs. checking email, or playing solitaire. 😄
I was lucky enough to see Triumph on their Allied Forces Tour... .not a huge stadium, but one OF THE BEST CONCERTS I've EVER been too. Rik Emmett sings soooo high and plays sooo well... tight band. MAGIC POWER is the one you need to do. Rock On! peace
Seen these guys three times in Hollywood Florida in the 80's. Amazing show and stage show. The lasers and light you were always wowed when you saw Triumph!!
Another "Rush" sounding band you should listen to and review is the band "Zebra" and their song 'Who's Behind the Door?'
Aleph Male Yes and their song Tell Me What You Want.
Outstanding CANADIAN band. Rik Emmett had such a great voice and killed as a live guitar player.
Triumph - Rock and Roll Machine (studio). One of the greatest guitar solos ever. Will blow you away.
One of my favs and GREAT live performance!!!! His voice is so underrated/forgotten
If you get a chance and havent yet, react to Shooting Star - Last Chance and Bring It On are 2 great tunes.
@Randy Rome
Yes he will.
Last Chance is great. Hang on for Your Life is another great one by them.
Rock was awesome back in the 80’s I miss my childhood
Jamel_AKA_Jamal - I love watching your reaction to Triumph's music. You needed to be in the front row and experience the band's greatness live and in person!
I get what you're saying Jamel about getting that 'rush' vibe... RUSH... another amazing Canadian rock band 🇨🇦 🎸 🎶 🎵
I absolutely love Triumph! Last I knew, the lead singer Rik Emmett was teaching guitar at a Toronto College. I haven't Googled him recently so not sure if he's still teaching.
I met him back in the early 90's at a local mall Scarborough Town Centre at the HMV grand opening. He was such a super nice guy. Very mellow, kind, happy, warm smile, very friendly and approachable, so cool to talk to. I still have his autographed poster from that day.
A huge music talent and such a down to earth nice guy.
I agree with Jamel, not worth using up your energy on something that has no good, no meaningful or no purposeful benefit to the world, to yourself, to life. Amen 🙏🏼
Love Triumph, they remind me more of Journey rather than Rush. But not the Canadian part just the music.lol Great music!!! Rik Emmett is an amazing singer and guitarist. ❤👍💜🎶🎸
Yeah, Triumph is way more "Canadian Journey" than "Rush's Siblings."
They opened for Journey (along with Blue Oyster Cult, and Aldo Nova) at the Rose Bowl in either 82 or 83. They were really good live and held their own quite well.
Love Triumph! Brings back highschool memories.
Much love from Canada! ♥️
🇨🇦😎 lovin it from Toronto Canada.....Triumph was a great Canadian hard rock band formed in 1975 that was popular in the late 1970s and the 1980s, building on its reputation and success as a live band. Between its 16 albums and DVDs, it has received 18 gold and nine platinum awards in Canada and the United States.
I'm 61 and have seen everyone. Saw the show he posted . I saw it in Detroit. Still the best show ever : )
Love the message in this song. Thank you soooo much; I've been requesting this for so long. Such an amazing band; never got the credit they deserve.
If you're going Canadian, go down the Tragically Hip rabbit hole.
Was watching a show called "Anne with an e" with my daughter and the theme song was by the Tragically Hip. Damn good song and have been checking them out on TH-cam ever since.
@@ABNHW Good call, great band. The studios for that show is close to me in Toronto. I know a few of the crew members as I worked in film for over 20 yrs. The main house on that show is used a lot in films.
One of my favorite bands! 38 years old and never kissed a girl!
Triumph is awesomely talented!!! They’re definitely worth checking out some more!
Follow your heart has to be one of my favorites...Triumph is such a Canadian treasure...always a fan! ❤ from 🇨🇦
A band that seems to have fallen just under the radar when I was growing up but man, they can play!! Love lyrics and he has a superb voice!
Triumph is just amazing. Rik is so nice and humble. He is such a kind person. Love this band. I love their positivity.
Triumph and RUSH were the soundtrack to my early teens. Man, thank you so much for this video, it's just what I needed right now.
This was my theme song during my fight against pancreatic cancer over the course of most of 2015. I am now 1,996 days post-surgery, with no signs of recurrence.
I do not know if they toured with Rush, but when I was in college back in 1977 at Norwich (the military college in Vermont), Molson brewery put on a beer bash in Montpelier. The bands were Triumph, Rush and April Wine.
Hey friends, Steven here, still here and till clear.
I miss concerts
Hmmm last concert? Oh yea Bonnie Raitt 2017. She still looks and sounds great.
Great song!!!! I like "Hold On" real well too.... You could check a band called April Wine also "I Like To Rock" and "Roller" would be my suggestions among a few others.
Hard to say if Rik is a better vocalist, guitarist or lyricist. What a talent!