Bam never surrender

[@DavidSush1]

I was a high school senior in Southern California and I was there that day. I worked my way to about the equivalent of the 50th row front and center in the sea of humanity that glorious day. TRIUMPH owned the day! I mean, just listen to how incredibly awesome RIK EMMETT sings and plays in this live video. WOW!!! I am so honored that I would eventually get to meet RIK and the guys multiple times going forward and become TRIUMPHant friends. They invited me to Canada just recently (November 2019) to be part of a filming of a Triumph documentary that will come out sometime in 2020. They gave me a ton of Triumph music, memorabilia, shirts, etc and it all cost me a grand total of ZERO DOLLARS! Rik, Mike and Gil are just the coolest dudes ever! Love Triumph! Forever!

[@jameswright2230]

Wow! What a honor.

[@BW-kv9wj]

Me too. What high school?

[@kennydargert2461]

Same here, Canoga Park High. took two carloads there, one broke down so we all (8) piled into a datsun pickup with a shell on it.... hot as fuck... spent the night in line and were the first ones in running our asses off to get a good spot and naild it, top of the first rise was where we were. saw a friend while running in and he ripped a piece of "paper" in half, handed it to me and never saw him the rest of the day lolol. We had to sell weed for gas to get back to the valley, LOL was the best day of my life next to my son being born, Triumph absolutely KILLED it.

[@BW-kv9wj]

@@kennydargert2461 I went to Cleveland. Went to Canoga for summer school. LOL. I lived right off of Saticoy and Mason. I remember that long ass line going up the hill. We cut up the side and got right in. Was there all 3 days. Those times in the early 80s were the best times of my life in the Valley. Now live in Huntington Beach. The valley is bad now.

[@kennydargert2461]

@@BW-kv9wj cool I lived on Nevada ave between shoup and topanga, victory and vanowen. I walked to school lol, then after 2nd period when they took role call for the entire day we all ditched and went to our street, there would be 15 of us hangin out gettin high and doin what us valley kids did.... nothing lol. couldnt pay me enough to live there now man. Agreed, the early 80's in the valley were a kick ass time like never before and after. we lived in a special time and place for sure. Im in colorado now lived in reno for a while. Huntington is nice, ive always said that the only i would move back would be if i could carry my surfboard out my back door and be surfing but fat chance of owning something like that lol

[@MrAitraining]

Rik shredding like a beast and singing like an angel. Few, if any could do that like Rik Emmett.

[@randymarsh5088]

This is the level of musicianship I expect when I hear someone use the term “power trio” to describe a band .

[@danieldmramos]

I'm brazilian , 35 yo and discover Triumph this year (2019), my mind blow. Every music is a punch in the face.

[@metalhos]

if this already blows your mind then be careful if you ever get close to deep and intense music

[@frankgross135]

Welcome to Canadian rock. "Punch in the face" is such a perfect description of Triumph 's music.

[@kevinkidder8524]

@@frankgross135 I’ve always told my kids that the only music to listen to was music that started out slow and bust in the face- lol

[@crush42mash6]

Rush, bad company bud

[@davidfitzgerald3653]

I discovered them as a sophomore in high school 1983. By 86 they were my favorite group. Many good times driving to hockey practice listening to Thunder Seven

[@scotthess2754]

I think they were the best live band hands down Rik's guitar playing was so underrated, and his voice is one of the best ever. Even over 60 his voice still hits the high notes. Absolutely awesome.

[@snowman374th]

Weird. I try to get them and even hit them And I get hated on.. hahah..

[@reluctantcathelmet2034]

Triumph is unbelievable live, so many bands today can't play live anywhere as well as these guys. Amazing vocals...

[@larrydrozd2740]

That applies to back then too!!

[@Deborahtunes]

It's amazing how effortlessly Rik hits those high notes. He's one of my favorite male rock vocalists...

[@TheGuitologist]

This is a criminally underrated band. Just killer.

[@MrAitraining]

Triumph were the Kings of the US Festival!

[@The1WhoKnowsTheTruth]

Triumph owned the day at the US Fest in 83.

[@mude.mcmudskipper8907]

Uhhhh Ahhhh, Motley Crue totally owned it. Duhhhh.

[@MrAitraining]

@@mude.mcmudskipper8907 Motley Crue was not good. Out of their league live that day. Judas Priest and Triumph were the best. Even Van Halen were drunken messes and sounded like $hit.

[@mude.mcmudskipper8907]

@@MrAitraining Dude, Motley Crue were so polished near perfect. Them and Quiet Riot brought live performance to a whole new level of excellence. Ha ha. I'm just fucking with you man. JP and Triumph for sure.

[@keyguy4752]

@@mude.mcmudskipper8907 LOL everyone on the planet knows Truimph saved metal day

[@MarkBeckford]

@@mude.mcmudskipper8907 I love motley crue but they were garbage that day.

[@mr.logicpants2835]

I was there as a 15 year old kid who lied to his parents and saw the greatest show EVER!

[@StuON22]

Triumph owned that day.... Scorps owned the night

[@troyottosen8722]

I was lucky enough to see both triumph and scorpions in their prime front row in the late 80’s , ready for this??? In Anchorage Alaska!got us going after our long winters!😉😂🤣

[@dannyloverboy6775]

Miss these guys. Everything was chiller back then.

[@robertghanem4908]

HAPPY DAYS.

[@sean8081a]

That twelve string sounds so good.

[@jerryevans6424]

Triumph most definitely was one of the best in the 80's and still love all their music today

[@vincegedeon6583]

Awesome Band🤘😈🤘 he is one of the greatest 🎸 players ever PERIOD

[@1848revolt]

Totally underappreciated band. As you can see live they were unreal.

[@dankoftinoff8119]

In the era of Hard Rock, Rik was one of its greatest talents!

[@tam6402]

Absolutely..Love Rik

[@kenw.1112]

Rik Emmett is ABSOLUTELY awesome!!

[@davidfitzgerald3653]

They were so good. RIK EMMET was talented beyond belief.

[@kevinkidder8524]

One of my greatest memories of being a 17 year old and being able to see so many great bands at the us festival, but triumph was my favorite ever since I heard the blinding light show in the 70’s, triumph was the best band there hands down and I’m a huge Judas priest fan!

[@rickcarter5181]

they killed it..flew in from zz top tour in fla....loaner equipment...blasted out the show

[@fredgehrer9441]

Did they replace a cancelled/no show band in the line up or were they just added to the list? If they came from Florida, that's a long trip! And a great opputunity!

[@jeffwarren4938]

I heard Steve Wozniak was a HUGE Triumph fan, and that is why they were brought in,since he was footing the bill for the whole thing.

[@dougbrown6690]

I cannot explain how difficult it is to play those licks and sing lead at the same time.

[@anthonyferruggia9362]

my favorite Triumph Song live even better than studio version

[@dambo6630]

Musical perfection live!

[@alfonsosilviobarba5167]

Amazing Performance Rick is monster musician

[@ktmkirby]

One of my favourite bands. Sadly I never got to see them live, eventhough they played the local highschools back in the 70's. My wife got to see them though.

[@jamescoleakaericunderwood2503]

Wow... hearing this took me right back to 83 in Devore...the sun was just on it's way down and it was beginning to cool off...it was awesome.,..took me right back... thanks... Eric Underwood Class of 81 Downey High School California

[@olivertoeknuckle4664]

They nailed it! Best in show!

[@brucestewart5939]

Refreshing to hear an interview with rock stars that aren't blasted out of their minds, coherent and clear headed in their thoughts and speech! Rare birds no doubt in that realm of abuse and dereliction.

[@Voxtender]

This is amazing.

[@jeffreysingh4960]

Was there and got a chance to get up close to the stage which was almost impossible and saw them up close. It was epic. It was great day.

[@frederiqueb8245]

J'adore Triumph 🎸🇨🇦😜. Pour moi le meilleur des groupes de Rock. La voix de Rik Emmett est hallucinante, avec celle de Gil ils se complètent super bien. Merci pour le poste 👍😜🇨🇦🎸. Salutations d'une fan française depuis+ de 40 ans. Ces mecs sont géniaux

[@Ronbo710]

I remember when MTV came out and you only saw Triumph and Rush from midnight to about five am on that bullshit channel.

[@timsears9340]

true fact Ronbo710

[@rickcarter5181]

thats when we seen them too..up all night tore up watching vids

[@StevePartonMusic]

and that was a problem because...

[@acousticrooster2240]

@@StevePartonMusic No doubt right? I could live with that!!

[@Triumph-nz8pt]

The bloody shame here is the fact that these guys were the absolute BEST of the day, and no one in the damn audience knows their songs! The look so comfortable and at ease here, and yet the equipment isn't even their own and they were a rush addition to the show. That in itself is terrible. And the expensive headliners sucked (in my opinion).

[@StevePartonMusic]

You're not at all wrong, but I think this gig was a good opportunity for Triumph to get their music out farther, spread the love. I see by your handle that you are clearly a fan. As am I. Rik is one of the greatest vocalists of all time, IMO. I saw their final show - do you know when and where it was? (You probably do). I've met Rik a couple of times, and he is such a gentleman.

[@MrAitraining]

Yes. Triumph saved the drinks for AFTER the show and it paid off. They were great. Judas Priest was excellent as well. Van Halen were drunken messes and sounded terrible.

[@skyscraper7474]

You re right. People were there just for van halen or ozzy. But the story told, what triumph was.

[@sandipage9525]

I would have loved to have been in attendance....Rik mentioned in an interview how the wind was blowing and effecting the sound,but it didn't matter..THEY ROCKED ...Rik Emmetts voice is just phenomenal.....and yep,they took care of themselves ..which shows,Nothing more disappointing than to pay to see a live show,and the band is just a mess...NOT TRIUMPH,always on top of their game...I MISS THESE GUYS...ALOT!!!

[@funkster007]

Unfortunately Triumph were never really that well known in the US, with the exception of the hard rock fans. But like Rush they were able to pack arenas, so not all was lost. As much of a fan of early Van Halen I am, I never did see them live. Which is fine because I never liked paying money for a half assed show by a supposedly top tier band. And I've been let down by a few big acts. Save the cocktails and the dope for the after party.

[@rebelrocker7494]

Oh I know their songs ,Been along Time...ROCK ON

[@wolf30349]

This is such an epic performance :)

[@richardleggiere2206]

I would like to see the whole concert live at the us festival, performance of triumph. It's not fair that the concert is partially blocked. That really sucks.

[@estuder32anthonywayne98]

I have DVD of the concert

[@davoshaunessy7481]

Block Heads

[@richardcarter8134]

Worked on Allied Forces road crew 82-83..these guys were great to be around..still have a guitar from Ric...he is a great guitarist and singer..

[@dawgtired5771]

Most underrated, under appreciated band in history of rock n roll.

[@Jet_Rod_94]

Timeless

[@bernardsandan3856]

World of Fantasy, Never Surrender. !!! cool ! I had the LP back in 80s.

[@frankgross135]

Rik Emmett. Master of the double-neck guitar.

[@charlestierce9627]

Saw them in 1983 in concert in Memphis they were great

[@jasonlindsey9946]

Rik was and is still an outstanding vocalist.

[@Andy912love]

Excellent ! This is probably not their best performance but I feel their energy.

[@petersonlafollette3521]

Was good as any for them and better than most- saw their '83 tour in Oregon before this show- same clothes- same stunning setlist.

[@joeyhandeland983]

Love that fat bass sound. And drums!

[@Strimbles]

THIS IS 'BU !!!! ESPECIALLY 6:09 -6:19 RIK GETS SO STRIMMY!!!

[@timwalsh715]

Rik Emmet is STILL rocking hard and strong people!

[@shallshall3107]

Triumph rocks patriotic songs

[@rickferrari9042]

They were a great band allied forces is an awesome album

[@mikeyb8040]

It's a crime these guys aren't all millionaires now.

[@ledzepandhabs]

They are millionaires, the Triumph Machine made a lot of money in the day and they kept every penny of it. They controlled every ounce of their career and they still make large money from their recording studio. They live happy and well.

[@ryanfedorsic9400]

What ever happened to triumph were is the band at and do you think they will have a reunion there music was kick ass a very big fan Ryan and darrin

[@MrAitraining]

Gil sure is. CEO of metalworks studio. Rik is/was the great talent but kind of a rube money wise. I'm sure hes fine. Mike Levine is always ready to tour waiting by the phone lol

[@jimbosc]

@@MrAitraining Mike is involved in promoting music - was before Triumph - and is well set financially.

[@kriscalverley2131]

Proud to be canadian eh! His classical works are beautiful and hard to duplicate. Double neck is heavy

[@jeffwillis2864]

Best falsetto in Rock n Roll.

[@josepho7799]

Still one of my favorite bands of all time

[@scottlindsay841]

Underrated ...

[@johnnypk1963]

Audio is amazing. Band sounds great. Plus that sick Ibanez db neck wow

[@flashy5150]

I love how you can see the leaded gas exhaust across the crowd, I remember that time very well. 😜

[@Metalmelting]

NEVER SURRENDER Keep Your Dreams ALIVE Spread Your Wings and FLY !!! Fight Hard Against chorronavirus !!! We Will Win !!! Salud y Vida Pa'lante !!! Cheers and Life On !!!

[@toddstevens13]

This concert was their Pinnacle moment.

[@flashy5150]

I watched this LIVE, when Van Halen headlined.

[@leewoeckener9949]

I HAVE TO GIVE IT TO HIM THOSE VOCALS ARE NOT EASY

[@CareOnePlumbingOntario]

i was there! and it helped to write my lifes soundtrack

[@gabeouellette912]

I can't get over how they could have included this moment into the movie forest gump

[@boblawblaw6875]

Triumph was the only Canadian act at the festival. Gil Moore was a friend of Steve Wozniak. Triumph was well known in a lot of the states especially Texas.

[@MrAitraining]

Very last minute for Triumph as well. They jetted in from Florida during a tour. Could you be more far away? Gil had to use someone else's drums. An incredible performance but anyone who saw Triumph live wasn't surprised. They always killed live.

[@daverreich]

I love this performance by such an underrated band. I've seen them twice here in Buffalo and they always rocked. Rick is one of the best guitarists and singers. Vanhalen is my favorite band and I love Eddie RIP. I thought the band was great except for Dave who seemed like he had enough drugs for the whole band. Wish I was there but little too far and expensive for me at 12 lol. I've seen all the performances on video and I'd say Triumph is probably my 2nd fav.

[@kenmcalpine2215]

Rik at 29 years old here. Damn talent.

[@wayneshipman7406]

Most people didn't even know they where a Christian band lol good lyrics serve the lord you can't go wrong!!! GOD TAKE CARES OF PEOPLE THAT BELIEVE IN HIM!

[@BW-kv9wj]

I was there all 3 days.

[@c.m_astro]

Darn. I was hoping this was Corey Hart's 'Never Surrender'.

[@bradsmith1362]

I love Triumph!

[@TheAltibajo]

Triumph Rules 🤘

[@stubaker1737]

Canada produced how many great band's starting with Frank Marino 😁

[@davoshaunessy7481]

Need to due a major revival tour opening BUT EQUAL BILL with ..........? Van Hagar Wolf Geddy n Alex Banned Def La Pard Or Close for Darby Lee Bif an Sass OH CANADA !!!!!

[@bestregardsband6912]

Awesome!

[@Mary-had-a-lil-farm]

Mannnn!! Just don’t have concerts like in the 80’s anymore. And the prices of tickets nowadays for crap shows. Nope 👎. Miss the damn 80’s so much. 70’s too but I was an 80’s girl for sure. Totally! Lol

[@rajaseelan6934]

Absolutely bossed the double neck.

[@SciD1]

The one man band.

[@magnuswettermark8293]

What..!??

[@didja3403]

One Day When i Was Running I Got to Play Bass Guitar For TRIUMPH. And Yes They Kicked Ass!!. Forest Gump?

[@kieronbrucedillon832]

How real!

[@67marlins]

is that double neck an Ibanez?

[@vicnorling26]

YESSS.

[@duanemartin7742]

Lots of good bands like Motley Crue. However, triumph kicked all the available ass ..

[@jerrymdanowski9825]

🌀🌀🌀🌀….

[@meshellmybell4226]

Are you fing kidding me ? This is for the lucky ones just b4 music for these boys sold out

[@wolf30349]

Yea this is so epic I wanted to get it where I could share it, so badass, timeless diamond for the fn ages. I love sharing it with somebody that's never heard it

[@albertoflores6715]

The best of all time.

[@ilovemycat69]

I. Love. Triumph I had their. Never Surrender album. Rick’s Voice n guitar. Is. Breath taking. !!!!

[@johnrouille8273]

Triumph- poor man’s Rush

[@bernardoconnor5512]

Two very different bands. What a pointless statement.

[@johnrouille8273]

@@bernardoconnor5512 what a pointless response

[@bernardoconnor5512]

@@johnrouille8273 Alright John.