Survivor • "I Can't Hold Back" • del Lago Casino, NY • 5/25/18

Survivor with original guitarist Frankie Sullivan and new lead singer Cameron Barton performing "I Can't Hold Back" @ del Lago Casino, NY , on 5/25/18

[@davedunhoff497]

Both this kid and Jimi have great voices. Where he fall shorts and what places Jimi in a world his own is how Jimi makes you feel and believe each word in the songs he sang. I appreciate and respect this kid for his talent but Jimi was so special and moved many hearts and souls as we grew through the 80s. Truely missed

[@rob052771]

The issue is not that "the kid" can't sing, he is quite good, but Jamie had a talent of being able to sing with an incredibly emotive quality so that you actually felt the words of the song....It's like when Peter Cetera left Chicago or Steve Perry left Journey...yes these guys can sing, but it is not as emotive as the original singer....

[@timrobertson3659]

Couldn’t have said it better myself.

[@secondhandwildflowers2315]

But then you would say he was emulating Jimi… he was hired for a reason

[@steveparker5406]

There’s simply singing a song versus being “inside” a song where the stakes are high and personal and that feeling is conveyed in the tone. Very few singers can effectively pull that off…Jamison, Mercury, Stewart and Perry are a few who can do that with conviction.

[@EpicExatly-nu1kj]

Frankie wanted to revive the Jimi that joined Survivor! I see that this boy has the same length and color hair as Jimi when he joined Survivor! He is also handsome, just like Jimi was, but I am sorry to tell Frankie that he will never have another Jimi. He was one of a kind.

[@BiffBifford]

I was pissed when I saw this video and this new singer. I had no idea this band was still doing their thing. This singer wasn't even born when this song came out. Then, I heard him sing, and I closed my eyes thinking about the 3-times I saw Survivor in the 1980s LIVE, and I smiled, and I said to myself; I can't go back, but for now, this will do! Good job kid, those are some huge shoes to fill!. RIP JIMI!

[@juliechen1200]

I think we all have to overcome the trauma of Jimi's sudden passing, and move on to give the new brave kid more encouragement. Everyone is one of a kind. Jimi's taking an immortal place in our heart doesn't mean we can't like another vocalist, talented in other way.

[@joshuajones9861]

Well said! There will never be an original again. All th haters need to take this for what it is......a shot to keep the dream alive and to enjoy life! This kids is good in his own skin. RiP jimi

[@EpicExatly-nu1kj]

Frankie tiene que saber que survivor termino ya, yo jamas voy apoyar a frankie, tengo todos los cd de jimi para escucharlo cundo yo quiera, no necesito escuchar sus estupidos solos de guitrra! Lee esto para que veas lo estupido que es frankie, Frankie fired Dave Bickler 6 times! He made Jimi's life a living hell for years Constantly slapping him with lawsuits over use of song rights (For Jimis solo performances.) He was the one on the night of the very "final concert in Califoria, that turned the night into hell. Jimi complained "before" the show, that his face and arms were numb (All signs of a stroke, which he succumbed to a few hours later.) He didn't feel well and wanted to cancel the concert Frankie Sullivan demanded that he go out on stage and perform the show. He threatened to sue Jimi, if he didn't do the concert! We all know the rest of the fateful night. The band should have gotten him medical attention, instead of trying to force him to perform with a lawsuit!l Jimi absolutely "hated" Frankie Sullivan! I was great friends with Jimi, and stil with his family.

[@EpicExatly-nu1kj]

Frankie tiene que saber que survivor termino ya, yo jamas voy apoyar a frankie, tengo todos los cd de jimi para escucharlo cundo yo quiera, no necesito escuchar sus estupidos solos de guitrra! Lee esto para que veas lo estupido que es frankie, Frankie fired Dave Bickler 6 times! He made Jimi's life a living hell for years Constantly slapping him with lawsuits over use of song rights (For Jimis solo performances.) He was the one on the night of the very "final concert in Califoria, that turned the night into hell. Jimi complained "before" the show, that his face and arms were numb (All signs of a stroke, which he succumbed to a few hours later.) He didn't feel well and wanted to cancel the concert Frankie Sullivan demanded that he go out on stage and perform the show. He threatened to sue Jimi, if he didn't do the concert! We all know the rest of the fateful night. The band should have gotten him medical attention, instead of trying to force him to perform with a lawsuit!l Jimi absolutely "hated" Frankie Sullivan! I was great friends with Jimi, and stil with his family.

[@camper290380]

The good old days of survivor are over. The voice of Jim fills every survivor song. He has sing with heart.

[@JPWest020]

Jimi isn’t here anymore. And he will not be forgotten. But this guy is a great singer!! If this we’re to be a new, starting out, band we would all be saying how amazing of a frontman this guy is. That’s the reality.

[@carolbhajan6936]

I say give Cameron Barton a chance, it's nice the younger generation is into great 80s music

[@krelbar]

There's no power to his voice. I have absolutely nothing against getting a young guy. But Bickler and Jamison had power. Even if they lost range in later life, both still have much more power than this guy.

[@your_favoritehorsebackrider]

Nothing against the kid, but, NOBODY can fill Jimi's shoes.

[@gina8594inga]

Amen

[@musele6089]

Of course, but the kid is ok... the problem is the lead guitarist... this is the 4th video I watch... he keeps messing up left and right... it looks like he has some issues...!!

[@DylanMac95]

If the kid knew any better he'd steer clear of Frankie and band. Why play with them? Frankie must a nightmare to be in a band with. No way I'd survive without trying to take Frankies head off every night.

[@kerber5258]

Enough comparing. He's already gone. May he rest in peace. Why don't you just agree thag he's a good singer too. He actually nailed it.

[@MrBeen992]

YEAH, THE KID IS NOT STUPID. HE WONT COMMIT SUICIDE LIKE STUPID JAMI JAMISON.

[@lstables83]

Jimi was like Steve Perry of Journey, one of a kind. That said Cameron as the voice, a few years touring on his back and he'll be awesome. Big boots to fill, but give the guy a chance!

[@tedhausermann7172]

Why dont u audition for the lead singer!

[@lstables83]

@@tedhausermann7172 why don’t you re-read my comment and then make a sensible remark? I said he has a voice and to give him time to settle in etc

[@danlower7834]

Nobody is Jimi for sure, but the kid has potential. Give him a chance!

[@anilsin51]

each time i hear him . he sounds better

[@andydavis9963]

Boy has a great voice!

[@garrisonic]

He's a great singer

[@JOHNKUHNMUSIC]

Yeah, He's got that smoothness and Jimi's voicing "timbre". Ill bet it gets thicker /w more depth as He ages soundin more "jimi-ish". Ill be curious to hear this in 20 yrs.Frankie and I will be in our 80s... YIKES!..LOL

[@jber9569]

I agree. He's a kid and it sounds pretty damn good. Jimi wasn't Dave and this kid isn't Jimi but they all have similar vocal qualities that work for this material. I hate to say it but Jimi wouldn't sound this good today.

[@jeffpursel2466]

very good but jimmi sang this one with heart

[@hellenvillegasc2935]

Excellence voice Cameron , thanks you for continuing legacy of survivor and Jimi Jaimison, the best music .

[@gabbs74]

Hard to replace a legend; but the kid does a great job, he needs to create his own aura. 👏🏼

[@grantchang81976]

this singer is amazing and im impressed with his accuracy of notes. this singer burns the flame that jimi started.

[@Atomic.101]

The kid will never be as good as Jimi Jamison... & Frankie Sullivan is killing the band.. I will never see Survivor live. It will never be the same..

[@Shaw0]

Nick P I agree Sir

[@MrBeen992]

Jimi Jamison committed suicide. Get over it

[@devonalomar9012]

"The kid" did very well but yes Frankie was not good and seemed annoyed the whole show

[@BarbaraE-zh7ey]

Where did you hear that

[@EpicExatly-nu1kj]

Jimi didn't commit suicide! Why does he say that? His death was an accident!

[@christinesnyder3933]

I always felt that way about stone temple pilots but sometimes you have to give them a chance and be grateful that the music lives on!

[@chrisfurtaw4799]

I've been a Survivor fan since 1981 and I keep coming back to hear this boy. He's adorable and a really good singer.

[@imagine2010mjm]

The singer definitely has a voice/range. He’s young, give him time. He’s still new at this. It will all fall in place within time. Jami would want this band to continue on with out him. Keep in mind a singer can always be replaced, not their music. As long as they stick to his legacy, they will sell shows. For what it’s worth......I’m sure Jami is smiling down on these guy’s for continuing where he left off. They’re all Survivors!

[@karlakfox8554]

Well said!!!!! Cameron is very good.

[@Jmriccitelli]

Awesome job, one of the best covers I've heard.

[@steveparker5406]

He just doesn’t have that breadth of depth and emotive tone that Jimi had. He’s a bit pitchy. Seems like a good kid, great singer, but not a good fit for these songs. Sullivan’s guitar work is so sloppy and muddy these days. Ugh! Hang it up guys.

[@spencermerideth5978]

I met Jimi twice, Really Nice Guy, RIP Jimi.

[@Nostaljack]

The singer didn't really know what to do with himself just yet but he was young. That can be learned. This caught fire nicely and the singer sounded pretty good.

[@lifeisajourney5789]

Peterik had the right vision for survivor and Jamison was the expressive singer with an outstanding voice. When a band looses such 2 important members there is only one solution (MHO): To end up the band to honour their past. Nowadays there are only the survivor-logo and JS left. Far too less to keep the old spirit alive. For me, this band-version is a joke that will never come near to the old days....

[@briandavis2885]

It lost more than two members. The only guy from their 80s lineup is Frankie Sullivan. Marc Droubay left in 1988 I think. Stephan Ellis left in 1987 due to illness, Jimi and Jim left because Frankie is a douche.

[@saddad6601]

Frankie on guitar doing his best C.C. DeVille impersonation during this whole concert.

[@m.thephilosopher]

I expected nothing, but got a lot! Vital Signs was my first SURVIVOR Album in the 80s ! Great Job , Boy !

[@schmeckey69]

I think Frankie needs to lay off the dope!

[@SurvivorDrums]

Gilles Thompson go fuck yourself. You don’t have a clue what you’re talking about.

[@salozmen29]

Oh that guy has a MAJOR drug problem

[@MariaPerez-jx4ge]

That's true nobady like Jimmy Jamison, he was único

[@lisafeazell9738]

He is good for his age. Has potential. Nobody will ever replace Jimi.

[@sammysosascorkedbat8973]

Great voice! Hard to replace Jimi, but this guy can sing too.

[@ITSMZPOO]

NOT REALLY- VERY MEDIOCRE VOICE. THERE'S NO COMPARISON TO JIMI .

[@teamjesus7087]

I give the new cat praise and good fortune but aren't we so glad we had David Beckel and Jimi Jamison from the 80's 1st. There will be no other Substitutes.

[@Grim177]

At present there's still 4 of the 5 guys alive that recorded Eye Of The Tiger, Caught In The Game etc yet this is what constitutes "Survivor" now.

[@rathfoks5051]

There's no sense in being super critical of someone doing their best to honor the fallen. Shaddup and appreciate the music

[@alzanisouzadeoliveira1088]

Saudades de Jimi Jamison, não menosprezando o novo vocalista, ninguém supera aquela voz maravilhosa de Jimi.

[@rsoliz71]

The kid sounds great. He's on pitch and paying a great tribute to Jimi's legacy. Singing and Performing are two totally different things. At one point the guitarist gets the singer to come out front and interact with the crowd. That's just a lack of stage experience and comes over time after doing show after show. The guitar player looks like he's still doing blow like it's 1982.

[@patmcturner6029]

Lol 😂 Band was not that tight …

[@barcelonaguayaquil9213]

Not the same feeling as Jimi, Jimi sang it with heart greetings from Queens, New York ✌🏻

[@ericmedina680]

Anyone who knows anything about music knows this kid can sing. The problem, frankly, and sad to say, is the band.

[@kevinboyd8033]

True and correct!👍

[@nildalopez1241]

I'm with you. He has a great voice but the band.... 👎

[@joshhayl7459]

🔵 It sounds to me like the kid's being stepped-on BADLY!.... seems to be the norm in almost every concert I've seen with him singing,...kudos to him for keeping his timing and his bearing, quite hard to do with all the inconsiderate-wailing from the guitar.

[@centristmiguel8581]

He can sing but can't peform. There is a difference. HUGE difference.

[@juliechen1200]

Maybe we will accept that Survivor band transfers to more like Chicago band style. The kid has his own unique great voice. He 's just a kid , normal to perform like a kid, even like an idol singer. Give him more time. Life experiences will make him perform more naturally, I believe. Allow the kid walk his own way. Maybe let him get some interviews, tell his own stories. Tell everyone why and how he likes Survivor and how m any efforts he has put to perform Survivor on stage. The more we get to know a man , the better we'll like him

[@gwapoo]

2:14 Love it the guitarist guiding the kid to interact with the audience. A good mentor. A man who love his band and willing to help his colleagues improve. Good job, Frankie!

[@TTVRUGER]

I met Frankie at a Concert he's awesome!

[@johntonya]

Might help if Frankie quit missing notes. After 35 years you would think he could play it left handed, upside down and behind his back.

[@marbananta]

Dang. 😆😆😆

[@annwalsh1804]

🤣🤣

[@salozmen29]

Oh he's awful now

[@steveparker5406]

Too muddy and sloppy. Overplays.

[@MrBeen992]

Coke is a hell of a drug

[@CaseyMoo1]

Great work! Jimi channeled Dave in many ways as was required for a flawless singer transition (both so talented) and this singer is doing a great job of carrying on a tough job. Honestly he's better than the band .

[@EpicExatly-nu1kj]

What you say is not true! Jimi was never inspired by any Dave to sing, a complete lie, Jimi had the most beautiful voice! And he sang with his own voice without thinking about anyone else's voice!

[@jimijamisonfans2194]

Jamo i miss you 💔

[@camper290380]

Give this guy a chance. He has a good vocal range to sing this songs from survivor . Jimi had a unbelievable voice and it is hard to sing like Jimi.

[@bigbirdbirdy5867]

The X factor... the emotions and feelings is not in this song. Jimi nails it. RIP Jimi

[@nesiejaneginoo7380]

A new generation talent voice in a journey..give a chance for a vocal talent

[@virginiagonzalez1081]

He is doing great, I just love survivor with the old integrants. I recently saw Dave on Icons of Classic Rock, he is just amazing!!!! ❤

[@Texman4268]

I hadn't seen this kid till just now. Not a bad job trying to fill the shoes of a legend like Jimi but a great job

[@pegbarr]

I saw them again about a year later and he is definitely improving with experience

[@forceinfinity]

Good god this was painful. Usually when I listen to legacy bands, it's the singers that sound like hell while the rest of the band sounds okay. Here was the complete opposite... singer is fine, but holy hell FS sounds way off

[@maximusprimus9332]

FRANKIE STILL ROCKIN' AND STILLL MISS JIMI'S JAM

[@robertbelknap]

Growing up listning to mostly 60, 70, and 80's, it seems there's only been a handfull of groups that have pulled of an original lead singer change, Fleetwood Mac,Van Halen, Pink Floyd, AC DC, Survivor, journey(Rollie to Perry), I know I'm leaving some out, but these are for sure.

[@adhidewe9721]

Always love this song

[@juricapuljiz5738]

Jimi will never be forgotten

[@PRIETOCHKA]

Buena voz del muchacho y respeta la entonación y lo que hizo su antecesor en el grupo !!! Bien por SUVIVOR que está presente en este tiempo de música tan mala 😢. Sin duda que los cincuentones seguimos escuchándolo !👉

[@debshaw6335]

Fine job young man,,,,,,,

[@scorpio4713]

Frankie is hammered as usual...

Cameron Barton é um excelente vocalista, as músicas soam muito bem cantadas por ele. Além disso, possui algo que os demais vocalistas da banda não possuíam: carisma. O cara interage com a plateia e sorri bastante, isso é muito bom.

[@brianloew6286]

i cant hold back either

[@DENIEL381]

NOBODY CAN REPLACE THE ORIGINAL ONLY DO YOUR BEST TO CARRY ON THE LEGACY...

[@pegbarr]

A reasonable comment. Lots of controversy here on the matter...

[@lameplanet]

The kid has a great voice.

[@EpicExatly-nu1kj]

Frankie wanted to revive the Jimi that joined Survivor! I see that this boy has the same length and color hair as Jimi when he joined Survivor! He is also handsome, just like Jimi was, but I am sorry to tell Frankie that he will never have another Jimi. He was one of a kind.

[@jrock2264]

Wow, he may not be Jimi but he's pretty darn good.

[@user-kf8wb2cq4f]

The new singer is Very capable! Give him his chance.

[@user-qv4ni9hd8m]

Wow! This guy is amazing!

[@chikcomik]

Yes tough shoes...and he’s doing it! What a voice! This song is so insanely hard to sing.

[@anthonym77]

Sounds great...but the anointing is not there..thats what made Jimi so great...you felt it ...its talent but something special God gives you✌

[@unitedfirm1213]

The kid has heart and a lot of guts to try and fill Jimi's shoes. I wish him nothing but the best, great job kid!

[@briansefring4981]

Pretty damn incredible!

[@chriszaferes6418]

I completely agree that nobody can sing this like Jimi, but the kid is good though....

[@Prairiestar193]

I feel sorry for him, there was no need for Frankie to embarrass him like that.

[@joerobinson2538]

DBG at 2:13 Frankie grabs and shoves the kid to engage with the fans out front-it looked very awkward! I’m a guitar player myself and I think with the amount of chords and notes Frankie is botching on the guitar -coupled with this behavior--some sort of substance(s) be involved--just a gut feeling-I hope not...

[@ademirze1721]

Jimi must be so very proud of you boy, great vocals...keep going

[@sandrinhacosta7398]

Sullivan 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@axelhammer1691]

GREAT SUPER AWESOME!! JIMMY SPIRIT STILL ALIVE !!!!!

[@michaelopry3456]

I think Jimi Jamison would think the world of Cameron Barton. He's holding his own here. You can't ask a singer to be somebody else, and to his credit he's not trying to. All you can ask is be on pitch, and have your "instrument" ready, including getting into the performance. He's done that, and I think he's done it well!

[@jacymardealmeidasalgado5223]

Great singer! Good job!!!!

[@taigaa001]

It is like Pride of Lions doing Survivor stuff...

[@drico495]

Amazing!!!!

[@helenanovais5311]

Pressing the guy in front of the public is a very wrong way of doing things. I'm sorry that Frankie was so disrespectful! And talking bad about the new singer won't bring the old one back ... Cameron is good! Good voice and interpretations. And it's not his fault that Jamison have left us...

[@BarbaraE-zh7ey]

Although Jimi didn’t perform this song at Firefest 2010 he pperformed with H.E.A.T. and a true guitar legend Tommy Denander. Google Firefest 2010 Jimis performance has been said to be the best in its history. I watch it everyday Tommy is a great guy and so exceptional that Frankie is not fit to carry Tommy’s guitar pick

[@3-piece129]

Does this singer still perform with survivor or is he on his own? Great voice!

[@coachbrandon01]

Cameron plays guitar and sings, solo, at bars. Mostly cover tunes, but has a few albums.

[@bizzaro1988]

Any original members left? Hardly survivor then

[@marbananta]

No wonder there's no one who can play like Frankie.

[@Paul-qo1hb]

I'm watching this in 2023. Is Cameron Barton still Survivor's lead vocalist?

[@davidclark442]

The kid is good but Jimi Jamison voice was awesome

[@yolygzz]

he surprised me

[@cesarsilva6909]

Very good! The promissor young

[@Juyuhkhi]

he can meet Jimi that's great he can become a great lead singer!!!!!

[@luizoswaldo4843]

where is dave bickler??????????????

[@briansefring4981]

Kid has a great voice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tedhausermann7172]

How many singers were part of survivor before!!!

[@maria3845]

This guy has a voice I like him, but I miss Jimmy his voice was one of a kind.. good luck Cameron

[@alexsomers7317]

Some of y’all are some haters🤣 He did a great job.

[@hermanhelmich]

The singer is the best performer here. Sullivan faks up quite a lot of his leads/riffs Very thin background vocals as well

[@jetguy7]

Poor Ftankie Sullivan. #onedesperateman

[@heiletjevanronge3618]

Beeeeuuuutiful!!!!!!@

[@dgert9157]

He is good but Jimi were way better than him.

[@konuralpyldzkan1495]

Jimi was way better than everybody

[@r.patrickshelton1831]

34 people wished they’d have turned up cameron’s vocals

[@henrymart3879]

This Is not survivor !!

[@MrBeen992]

Neither Jami Jamison who committed suicide

[@JalanBipau883]

@@MrBeen992 Jimi was more survivor than this. And he did not commit suicide.

[@MrBeen992]

@@JalanBipau883 well, Jimi was the original singer so there is the nostalgia associated with him, BUT...the kid sings great and since Jimi COMMITED SUICIDE this is what you got, so deal with it.

[@JalanBipau883]

@@MrBeen992 Jimi was not the original singer. Dave was. And where did you get the information that Jimi comitted suicide? I never heard about that.

[@JalanBipau883]

@@MrBeen992 The kid is great, but still this is not Survivor.

[@Badics83]

This is respectless. This was an iconic band. He should have reunited the band instead of suing Dave... He ruined a legacy. We already had the tickets for the london show 2014 when Jimi died. Then, they did not reschedule the dates for money reasons. Dave was let go. Sad to see this. They shouldnt use the name Survivor. Jim, Dave and Marc should sue back the name and play together.

[@OScaleAmtrak]

Great seats Peggy! Did you happen to also get a good seat at the awesome buffet del Lago has while you were there? :O)

[@pegbarr]

Yes...4th row on the left side...and lol...no buffet...we did eat at the Vine restaurant, though, and it was pretty good!

[@danielheusler3441]

This kid is a tremendous vocalist though, I get all the talk of "he's not Jimi" but man, he's really effin good

[@francisclark6937]

Awesome

[@edguielebron2748]

EXELENTE cantante 👌

[@domusch111]

great voice!

[@alicantino1151]

How many people were there?