Magic Power by Rik Emmett

97 South Song Sessions July 2023

[@scphil1]

It's not the fact that he can't sing in the original key. It IS THE FACT that he can still sing with power and clarity and has crafted a really great rendition of such a good song. Super great! Perfect for a live song.

[@joerenner8334]

It really was a strong performance. For any age. But for his age, it is kind of super human.

[@robarnold6998]

No one could sing in Rik’s “original key.” So very talented and a wonderful songwriter as well.

[@williamh4172]

It's hard to believe it was over 40 years ago now when I saw Triumph perform this live. Rik and Gil both sounded amazing. That he can still sing and have any range is great.

[@MrQuantom]

​@williamh4172 yes!

[@darrylcampbell9414]

The reality was this, at 30 most people can't hit the notes Rik does....same goes for Brad Delp....but ...doesn't change the song nor its meaning. I do this song capoed at 5th fret and a little slower, gives the song some soul😊

[@archieferrari]

Who's still listening in 2024 ..... Yes 👍

[@Jreb1865]

Wow... 70 years old, and still tearing it up...

[@matthewkester3677]

yes, this song is timeless

[@ryanslauderdale]

Pretty impressive.

[@scottsanford1338]

Triumph and Rush, best power trios in the world! His voice is still amazing.

[@dougphillips7194]

Don’t forget about. ZZ TOP, POLICE 🎸🇨🇦🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@treywalker5827]

And Zebra!

[@scottperry67]

💯 % correct!

[@TommyC-nj2rt]

Absolutely correct. Based on overall sound and sheer talent.

[@mcraft2240]

At least Canada

[@jamesrandall3192]

It's not the KEY.....it is the MELODY and the message of the LYRICS. Thanks for keeping the music alike Rik. God bless brother.

[@daleweston4191]

This comment is underrated

[@johnmcaleese8459]

@@daleweston4191 LoL !! Now that's a good sense of humor. PEACE from Philadelphia

[@sevenstarsofthedipper1047]

I think Rik sounds better in a lower key. I feel the same way about Gedi Lee. When they were young, it sounded like they were shouting instead of singing. I still liked their songs but it was more the music and its energy that drew me.

[@lindabergman3127]

It’s beautiful 😂❤❤❤

[@keemo830]

Sorry James but he doesn't believe in God.

[@sixslinger9951]

He still sounds amazing. 70!? where did the years go! I'm 59 but still wild and free! Thanks RIK for your gift to us!

[@TimDBarnett]

Triumph was my favorite band in the ‘70s and I still play their songs. Rik Emmett has been my biggest inspiration to play guitar since I was a teen. Now I’m 65! Such an incredible songwriter and guitarist!

[@thefiftyyearoldfourtwentyg7377]

Right there with you Got to see them Live on the Never Surrender Tour I was blown away

[@5Ring]

Amazing Bro. I've always wanted to play, my wife bought me a Fender ten years ago and it's collecting dust. 53 years old.

[@johnmcaleese8459]

@@5Ring Oh man, you'll be doing your wife a favor, the guitar and you a favor. You need to dust that puppy off, get some new string's and start putting your hands around it !! There are so many good amps out now for just a few hundred dollars you'd be set. You'll be glad you did.

[@MikeAmerica219]

​@@5RingYes , start playing and become one with the instrument it is an escape and helps with stress management. Once you get good you can record some chords somehow then play leads to the chords it's very fun .

[@Gumshoe88]

Those are some very lucky SOB’s who got the honor of seeing that in person-hope they appreciated it!

[@bombasticbushkin4985]

Went to school at BCI with Rik who was probably the most popular guy in the school. A running back for the football team. Was a great athlete, great musical talent, and most of all always authentic, smiling, kind, and a wonderful decent person. Twas ever thus! You've given people a trove of musical memories and did it your way.

[@MikeAmerica219]

Wow ,you're lucky to of known him very cool 👍

[@hok4952]

I was 8 years old in 83 and thanks to my older brothers playng great Rock and Roll I was exposed to these now Classics. Times have change good friends have passed, family has passed but this legendary music will out live us all. God Bless this Man and his family and all of you who enjoyed this Legend before, now and as long as your given the chance to. ✌

[@ttown918]

He is such an amazing talent. So glad I saw this video.

[@jolenegall5545]

Me too!

[@ronaldrogers3566]

Ric Emmit is STILL a fantastic talent!

[@MarcoPolo-je5ej]

Man, time sure goes fast. I saw Triumph on the Never Surrender tour in 1983, and I can't believe 40 years have passed.

[@eatmoreporkporky4342]

Same here my friend.

[@JimRyser]

Same here! I was ready to take on the music biz and now I’m retired from it.

[@rigorhead01]

He would have been 30 then!

[@johnfabozzi3636]

Rik Emmett has always been one of my favorite guitarist of all time. I saw triumph twice and they blew me away every time.

[@krupkamusic]

You are so lucky

[@vcu145]

I'm 61, I have always LOVED your music. All the best to you and your family. You have given me the magic power! Thank you.

[@ignatiusb.samson977]

I've always absolutely been in awe of Rik Emmett... turns out I still am.

[@gottbean5440]

Who doesn’t love this and Rik?

[@craig7887]

Go Rik!!!!! This gave me goosebumps! I have so much respect for this guy. In a world of lip syncing and prerecorded background tracks, I love that he can rework the music (and to do it damn good) so it matches his current vocal abilities so he can sing it live. That's talent and dedication and integrity.

[@dmur5828]

No kidding in an Era of Autotune and Sampling that so many of his peers now rely on. This guy just changes the Key and nails it Live Off The Floor.

[@johnmulder2325]

I like to do karaoke myself.

[@StangQuest94]

More artists need to do this! They still think they’re 20 and it’s not happening. Rik is smart.

[@Groduke1011]

Mr down to earth, lyrics to him were all about living life to the fullest. He is still as genuine as he ever was.

[@Royshanger]

A 70 year old man can still make me cry.

[@fritztheman749]

Rik Emmett, as real as it gets.

[@fishman-tr9im]

Rik and the Triumph band were a huge part of my childhood. Their lyrics and music are phenomenal. I accept being old now, because it means I got to be young then...🤘

[@richardjensen8351]

What a great statement. I just turned 60 and have been feeling a bit down. The wisdom of your statement really help give me a boost. Thank you so much!!!!!

[@jimmurphy834]

I couldn't have expressed my thoughts any better than you just did. Rock on!

[@jameshenz1780]

Ty for your words of wisdom! I'm having a difficult time accepting the fact that I'm older, more white and less hair. You have helped me. Blessings to you! 👍🙏

[@fishman-tr9im]

@@richardjensen8351 To Richard, Jimmy, and James - your feedback hits home, and I sincerely thank you. Musically, we were blessed greatly, to grow up from the mid 1960s through mid 1980s. Stay strong. Continue to be thankful. 🤘

[@johnberry8117]

Rick will always be 1 of the greatest musicians of all time ! His music is timeless n passionate! Bravo Rik ,keep Rocking n happy 70 b-day! Excellent work at its finest. Ty😊

[@chrispickett3092]

Many these days know nothing of Triumph, and that is a crying shame. Being a Cali Boy, we rocked Triumph.

[@dadonigian]

if i live to be 70 i hope i still sound this good

[@jeffgregory8758]

Damn, he's so good still. Huge Triumph and Rik fan.

[@lessmith5285]

Thank you for posting this! Super talented and criminally underrated .

[@chrisfoster9080]

Rik will always have that Magic Power.

[@TheMisterMonkeyman]

That has to be one of the coolest things I have ever seen. Whatever key it was in...that rocked. Thank you for posting that. Peace.

[@ronfiranek8245]

I'm 59. There were three musicians I always paid to see. EVH, Dave Meniketti, and the one, the only, the most underrated and greatest in my era...Mr. Rik Emmett. He has a lot of my money. He never, ever, let me down. Absolutely amazing musician. And more importantly, when the crowds began to dim, an absolutely fabulous, accomodating, grateful human being. Thanks Rik. You are a better than you are a singer and guitar player. It's impossible...but you are.

[@bobbyw1510]

I saw all 3....I feel lucky....Eddie on Diver D tour....Dave M. Opening for Kiss and Rik on Allied tour.

[@lonniehawkins582]

​@@bobbyw1510Dave with twisted sister and Dio . Rick with ufo at SMU and sport of kings Eddie with Dave and Sammy. Great time to be alive and see live music . Megalithic ozzy with randy, the priest scorpions so many great tours nugent motorhead dokken and George lynch .

[@spuds6423]

@@lonniehawkins582 which tour with UFO? That's another awesome but underrated band no matter the line up . RIP Paul "Tonka Chapman", Pete Way and Paul Raymond 😢😢😢😢

[@lonniehawkins582]

@@spuds6423 I saw this last one but I saw them a bunch of times once in Nashville with schenker blue oyster cult in Texas at smu with triumph I saw them at the wild horse I've seen them with every guitarist except atomic Tommy M .over the year s and a lot of tours with Paul without Paul isaw them with Chapman playing rhythm and key boards I've seen everyone in concert pretty much .I'm 63 my next thing is babymetal I've got two kids we still go to shows like avenge seven fold to tool . I'm a rocker I've seen so many bands at the top of there game . I've missed a few I wanted to see but just never made it bowie Gary Moore solo saw him with thin lizzie though and queen maybe a couple more but not many . Man I saw rush play 2112 when it was new Tom petty breakdown the first time he toured with an album I was at the show with lemmy on the documentary with Metallica. I was at the Ted nugent show on double live gonzo . Saw Boston when they were new saw Eddie van Halen when I didn't even know who they were Metallica master of puppets tour warm up for Ozzie bark at the moon .the firm zeppelin for 45 minutes in Chicago Alvin Lee Robin Trower . But ufo was a constant favorite and to me other than zeppelin the greatest band of all time I love every album they ever made .if Phil moog and God got into a fight who would win . Trick question Phil moog was God. Lol That's U-F-O to me . Bad company priest CSN&Y EVERYBODY !

[@lonniehawkins582]

Oh yeah and AC/DC with Bonn at the Morris civic in South bend ufo was the headliner .

[@MikeAmerica219]

I like it in this key it sounds great . ,Rik Emmett will always be cool no matter how old he gets 👍

[@drewp.5411]

Sounds Awesome!!!Keep Rocking Rik Emmett !!! Thank you for Great Music !!! Also Triumph Nation purchase the Triumph US FESTIVAL 83 DVD. It takes you back to the 80’s. Play it loud !!! 🎸⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@michelbouchard2154]

Incredible! Thanks for the memories!

[@davidschonborn1258]

I've been Rocking to Rik for over 40 years. What a blessing it is to see him again. National treasure.

[@JesusChrist-xb7jq]

It’s sad when I see older singers try to match what they did when they were young. Instead, Rik transformed the music to match his current abilities, which are still amazing, just different. That’s not just talent, it’s humility as well. Love that guy, and this song.

[@ScreamingEagleFTW]

Rik Emmett keeping it real.

[@thomaskaye4016]

Triumph was & always will be one of my favorite bands . Great song ! Thank you Rik for all the great music ! God bless

[@barryhouchin5347]

Was traveling back in the day very late at night in East Tennessee listening to AM WLS out of Chicago, and they played this song. Was simply blown away, and to this day, this track gives me chills. Thanks Rik.

[@aldenunion]

That guy is Rock n Roll..In his own Hall Of Fame,deserving to..The guy taught me guitar and don't even know me

[@guyfawkes578]

Have someone teach you proper English.

[@T.R.R.Jolkien]

😎👍🏽

[@raidrfrk]

Suitcase blues

[@cjbarna]

I love the fact that he owns the changes in his voice. None. of us are kids anymore. This just sounds like a cool alternative version.... still got pipes Rik!!!

[@markmailloux4472]

I agree 100%! If Steve Perry came out and said he doesn't tour anymore because he just can't sing like that any more, would anyone think differently about his legacy? No. Same here.

[@cjbarna]

@@markmailloux4472 💯!!

[@hebeshark]

I'm so happy to see him with almost the same vibes that he had much young, with the Triumph. Because life goes on, and The body suffers with the time, but what really important is the heart, the spirit of what you love. And Rick looks agree with that, with rock in the heart

[@CharlestonMolina]

70 yo and the rock and roll still in veins. God bless you everyday.

[@michaeldistefano7027]

There will never again be a time when we have guys who can WRITE SONGS LIKE THIS....Its sad. This was amazing. I do this song in my show EVERY Night

[@hungrychowhound11612]

At 70! What! Seriously! He still has an amazing voice. No excuses, thank you, Rick, for bringing this song to life again with a softer gentler side that just makes it so great. Cheers everyone!

[@jcsolomon6470]

ALL WAYS HAVE THE MAGIC POWER!Ever Since 82,on MtV!Thats was my Pass port to you Guys!Thanks!RiK!

[@marknocera7212]

Rik is the most underrated guitar player 🎸He is amazing!

[@clarencewoods4524]

💯

[@crusheverything4449]

Underrated is a silly, useless word. Anyone who’s heard Rik Emmett rates him highly and those who haven’t heard him haven’t rated him at all.

[@johnmcaleese8459]

@@crusheverything4449 Well put. I almost cringe when I see that overused, misused word. I saw them/ him in Philly. I was numb for two days after hearing and watching him. After the numbness left, I forced my band to learn Fight the good fight. It took us two weeks !! Lol. Had to bring a girl in to sing Rick's vocals. God, he is something else. I wrote this before. He is doing exactly what he was born to do !!! That's a great thing. Rare. Nice to see him again 40 years later. Hot Damn time flies !!!!

[@ianparrish6543]

Who says he's underrated, you. ? Doubt that very much. He proves it everything he picks up his guitar.

[@43dukedog]

Anyone who knows Rick Emmit knows how talented he is singer songwriter and incredible guitar player

[@ic_clearly]

When this was on radio , MTV , You could hear the epic melody ,emotion, and pure talent oozing from the speakers. What a special time to be young! Damn you father time!

[@bettersteps]

Such a beautiful song.

[@samualthelamanite7560]

One of my all time favorites. All the times I played air guitar to this tune ! Great memories. Thank you

[@markmontgomery5418]

Thanks for this. This guy has been blowing me away with his talent since I was a 16 year old in 1979. Unbelievable live and has never received the recognition he deserves. Thanks Rik.

[@jricoc3475]

I always felt like this was a true Companion Song to Rush's 'Spirit of Radio'. Both songs positive, powerful, and appropriately celebratory ...

[@spuds6423]

Yet, they never toured together.

[@carmudgeon7478]

If you hadn't said it I would have.

[@carolfield2760]

OMG YES! When I listen to one I always listen to the other one next!

[@cosmicsunbeams]

Wow ❤ Magic Power! I remember. Beautiful. I remember when Triumph was a New band.😊

[@pauleyjimenez238]

Absolutely awesome saw him in 83 US Festival

[@jonathanjacques7250]

Love this, gave me chills.

[@billk8429]

Holy crap - that was good! I so wish Triumph would do a tour so I can check them off my list of “I can’t believe I missed seeing them live back in the day” bands.

[@randymoran67]

Not enough money travel costs small venue not profitable

[@billyt9987]

Gil Moore says it would take him a year to get in the physical shape he would need to be in. To do a tour. He says, at his age. It just isn't worth the effort, for what little they would profit. Like Rik said, "They're 70+ years old".

[@rolandgaines7219]

Yeah, agreed. Like he said, I'm 70 and shit happens. Couldn't agree more

[@twobeagles1365]

Yes, they were bad ass, and sounded like you were listening to record with a fabulous light show !!

[@websterlee7708]

You may have surrendered some on range but the clarity and finess remains the same! Beautiful song old friend.

[@michaelbujanda8785]

When I was about 11 years old I saw Triumph on MTV!!! This was 1982 and the song was "Lost In A World Of Fantasy"!!! It was the first time I'd seen Rik Emmett and the first time I'd seen a Flying V electric guitar!!!! The video fascinated me!!!! It got me hooked on the band Triumph!!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😆😆😆🙂🙂😁😀😊 I like the stories Rik told!!!!

[@mtyhntr49]

Thank you Barbara for posting this. This is priceless 😊

[@AdventureswithRoger]

Rik is one of the greatest guitarists of my lifetime, holds a special place in my life’s timeline. And this song encapsulates why the music matters, keeping us young when our mirrors tell a different story.

[@danreilly3123]

Rik is a class act and in my opinion one of the best guitar players ever!

[@jolenegall5545]

When i started college in Maine in 83 i found a Triumph tape under my dorm room mattress....well 40 years later i still love them. They were one of the best bands of that era. He can still sing....and transport us back to old memories. I love that.

[@BeemWeeks]

I saw Triumph in 1982 on the Allied Forces tour and again in 1986 on the Sport of Kings tour. They were one of the greatest live bands ever to take the stage. I still play their albums. Great music never goes out of style.

[@williamh4172]

I caught the Allied Forces Tour as well. Incredible live performers.

[@BeemWeeks]

@@williamh4172 Great live band.

[@Mark-fy5qg]

Thank you for posting this! Triumph was such a huge part of my childhood, discovering them in junior high school. Hearing their music, Rik Emmett's voice, and guitar playing in particular takes me back and I can still remember certain things in my life. You know how certain songs can really have an impact on you - have a deep, or special meaning to you? Magic Power has always been one of those songs for me. Rok on Rik! And thanks for the memories!

[@Jeffnardo62]

Living Legend ! Songs from our youth. A real trendsetter on mtv back in the day !

[@geraldhartley]

Rik is a killer guitarist, songwriter, singer, and an amazing human being.

[@snerdsters8]

He still has a very youthful presence about him, yet full of wisdom.

[@williamofriel7825]

Holy shit, Rik...I literally grew up with you & your awesome freakin band! Glad to see your still rockin at 70, I'd love to buy you a beer lol. Many thanks for ALL the great music, much love, my brither!

[@stevenpearson954]

Still sounds great Rik! Thanks for all the music and memories over the years.

[@martymcpeak4748]

Good Lord, Rik still has an incredible voice. he doesn't sound like a 70 year old.

[@doug_nu_york4853]

Rik sounds better at 70 then most of the artists today !!!

[@Grizzlied555]

So true

[@Retr0racin]

I love this song something about it sends chills though my whole body.

[@rogerklein706]

Thank you for sharing this. Rik still has a great voice even at 70. I got to see Triumph early 80's in Dallas. Still one of my favorite concerts!

[@craigmitton5047]

He is a Rockstar but he is also a musicians musician. Inspirational !

[@donnieb5937]

Triump was my first concert in st Louis mo. At the checker dome.rick u all blowed me away brother.i luv triump an wish I could see triump again.thanks for my first concert and awsome time for my birthday my sister got me tickets to triump in st Louis. Donnie Bunch rhonda Bunch.luv u triump

[@WhatsTheDealWithYou]

You are the man Rik. Thank you for decades of inspiration, motivation and pure joy. Magic Power sums it all up.

[@BC-ui9yt]

Rik is one of the alltime greats. And this song..... I'm tearing up listening and watching. Saw them in 1981/2

[@salc1051]

I’m 55 and play guitar. My first concert was Triumph 1982. It was the MTV craze and I was mesmerized by him and Fight the good fight ! Then Magic Power, lay it on the line, say goodbye and all their albums and GREAT songs… My guitar techniques and movements are from RIK!! One of the best and likable musicians of all time!!

[@MikeAmerica219]

Very coo,l Rik is a great guitarist to play like , your playing I bet is pretty good using Riks techniques . On you tube if you type in Rik Emmett demonstrating triumph songs he teaches the viewer how to play his songs and how he approaches soloing . If you haven't seen them check it out it's pretty cool. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zqe7aGR7m6iimcUfeature=shared

[@taramedrano5531]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤still my ALL Time FAVORITE MUSICIAN!! I remember Rik, the very first time I heard that song. .. emotions of JOY leapt right out of me!! Still does!! THANK YOU FRIEND!!❤❤

[@barbarahanks6647]

Mine too. I actually prefer his 30 years of solo material.

[@shawnlittle3184]

Rick is a Canadian treasure and someone to be cherished.Triumph is Canada to me,Being from Maine USA.

[@twobeagles1365]

One of the best songs ever written ! Helped me live threw my troubled teenage years.

[@T.R.R.Jolkien]

This fills me with such emotion. We’ve sang it hundreds of times. 🇺🇸😎🇨🇦

[@AuthorLaurieAnnSmith]

Triumph's songs touched my heart so many years ago... and they still do. I love this song!! Rik's voice encouraged me through some very touch times as a youth and I'm so thankful to hear his voice today... so many years ago.. thank you for the beautiful music that touched our hearts and helped us through the tough times!!

[@barbarahanks6647]

Rik's music has been the soundtrack of my life. His lyrics have helped me ride the highs and lows.

[@johngallen4628]

A legend . I use to listen to them from my Parents cottage at Sauble Beach Ontario. They played at the at the old Pavillion which was right on the beach. I could lie in bed and hear them . Great memories. 👍

[@CaravanFarms]

Sounds GREAT! All us old people have things that do not work the same now!!!!!!!!!!!! Great to see his voice is still great!

[@jakkbeyar]

Rick has aged so well and is still a joy to watch and listen to My thanks for his contribution to much joy in my youth jamming out cruising as a kid 😍

[@JedLemon38]

Quintessential rock star. The 3 of them really ripped it up in their heyday. Their music never gets old!

[@dougpeterson9798]

Inspiring.. one of the most versatile players. One of my heros.

[@JulesBeaudoin]

Un gros merci mon ami. From Karen & Jules, Elliott Lake Ontario

[@JulesFox]

Wow - he’s 70 years old? What great vocals and energy

[@ninjakforlife]

I haven't heard this song in years. Dude is still awesome

[@GodWentPunk1]

Brought me back 40yrs.... Triumph #1.. thx Rik

[@dirtdiggindawg310]

ALWAYS AND FOREVER A TRUE LEGAND SIR!!

[@playbassken]

This is an amazing song and an equally amazing performance, Rik! Absolutely love it!

[@diamondjim001]

THAT WAS SO AWESOME! I've been a fan since what I like to call day one after seeing Triumph in Texas in 1978. A DJ on the radio there got ahold of one of their tapes and started playing it. We ALL became instant fans and couldn't wait to see them. What a song writer and such a high performer still to this day!

[@realold1963]

I will always be a fan. I feel great listening to the music of Triumph. It gives me a reason to forget the messed up world for a little bit and lifts me up to the sky in my mind. Music is my escape. It always has!😀

[@sammyjrmouzone6973]

I love listening to old musicians and their experiences. And some are so down to earth. Thanks so much Rik.

[@alfredocuomo1546]

Funny I was thinking Rik can't be 70 it feels like only yesterday when I first heard the song in my 1973 'Cuda's radio but realized that I'm 72 still driving my 1973 'Cuda listening to Triumph on it's new CD player. LMFIAO Thanks for the ride Rik.

[@jodybressi7957]

Fantastic!! Thank You Rik Emmett for ALL your amazing songwriting talent and Thank you Barbara for posting🙏❤❤

[@freethinker4306]

Wow, how time is gone by so fast. I saw them in Southern California when I was 17 years old in 1980. He was fantastic then and he still is now amazing.

[@johnmcaleese8459]

My bass player in a band I was in back in late 70's early 80's turned me on to a band called Triumph. Never heard of them. We went to see them in Philly. Forget the year but it was at the late great Spectrum. I WAS BLOWN AWAY BY THIS MAN ! TO MASTER THE GUITAR AND HAVE A VOICE LIKE HIS, HE WAS SENT TO EARTH TO DO EXACTLY WHAT HE WAS DOING. A BLESSED MAN AND I WAS BLESSED BY WITNESSING HIS TALENTS. I'm almost 60 now. Rick mentioned 70. Damn, time flies. Love this man. Almost brought a tear hearing the chorus again by Rick. Thanks Pal !!!

[@NonProphet420]

The best to do it. Long live Triumph!

[@muythaimutha]

Always admired the level of musicianship and to be rockin like that at 70 Rik is just legendary 💯