Phil Keaggy - Live at Creation Festival (1988)

[@PutDownTheBunny]

Also, I am a guitarist and bass player of 40 years. I would put Phil Keaggy up against ANY guitarist of the past 60 years as far as technical skill and talent. He would meet or exceed any. But he is not into this for fame and glory and gold. He just loves playing and leading others to the Lord Jesus Christ. Thanks Phil for enriching my life. All the Best, Jeff

[@PutDownTheBunny]

Back in 1984 or 1985 my eldest brother, Jon, gave me the "Town to Town" album for my birthday gift. Jon was not evan a believer, but knew I really got into Phil Keaggy. We talked about the lordship of Jesus in my life and potentially his around this time. He was not a believer from what I could see and hear. But I believe he embraced Christ in his latter days, especially as he was faced with "terminally" ill cancer in 2013. I was with him in those final days and I believe he became a true believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. Any way I have always loved the Town to Town especially. It has always reinforced my faith and following of Jesus.

[@Tom-iw3zh]

Going through cancer treatment, this music gives us such a lift up ...

[@firecriss1392]

He just turned 70 this year....and still going strong!!!

[@charlajohnson3177]

I was told by my son that Phil Keagy is one of the best guitarist alive.

[@oldman9843]

He's right

[@Mezion]

I was told by my dad that Phil Keaggy IS the best guitarist alive (when I was 5 years old, and am now 43). All four of my kids know this as well, of course! But the best thing about Phil, is that He loves his creator more than anything in this world, and attributes his talent to Jesus. His music ministry is a testament, to his love of Christ.

[@RichusRkr]

smart son

[@johncummins6655]

He's wrong. He's the best. Number one.

[@rayjeske6564]

Starr Parodi on keys, formerly leader of the Arsenio Hall Show house band, and composer of a multitude of Hollywood film scores.

[@rebeccagutierrez1960]

When I 1st became a Christian in the late seventies Phil Keaggy, was some of the 1st music I started listening to. I was so impressed. And I still listen to him today.

[@chrisk973]

Same here... My first Christian album was Matthew Ward 'Toward Eternity'. GREAT album! Blown away by 'Noah's Song' written by Phil Keaggy. Next was 2nd Chapter of Acts live w Phil: 'How The West Was One' (also a "must have"). So I was also introduced to Phil (albeit not from one of his albums) right from the start. Then I started getting Phil's albums n Keith Green's (RIP), n onward from there. Phil is a phenom... I remember a quote that is actually 'urban legend' that someone asked Jimi Hendrix something to the effect of "So, how does it feel to be the greatest guitar player?" Jimi allegedly said "I don't know, ask Phil Keaggy." That gained traction because Phil is literally that good!!

[@chrisk973]

And I also still listen to this day... Thank you for posting.

[@kylehill3643]

@@chrisk973 I used to be a Christian but so much has made me rethink it. Up is down and down is up now it seems and if God were real he wouldn't let it happen and Christians and Atheists are all ready to stab each other and eat each other alive.

[@joyceh5222]

Me too!

[@oldman9843]

@@chrisk973 How The West Was One was an awesome album set.

[@markrobinson8410]

Phil is one of the best guitarist alive .

[@johncummins6655]

No. The best.

[@organjoe]

Amazing musician... One of the best guitarists ever!

[@DJ-wx2gz]

Any rock n roll fan who thinks Christian music is boring should check out Phil Keaggy. Amazing talent.

[@rayjeske6564]

There's never been anyone quite like him.

[@CiscoDuck]

Creation Fest East June 25, 1988 - Mt Union, PA - Phil Keaggy guitar & vocals - Starr Parodi - keyboards - Dave Spurr drums Alex Drizos bass

[@aussiedadreviews]

Thanks for that.

[@ogredad55]

I love this! It's so cool that someone taped this incredible concert! I saw Phil Keaggy play a concert over 40 years ago. He blew me away! What an incredibly talented Christian musician he was/is! He's one of the best! I pray he's still a Christian. Dear God, Bless this dear man and his family.

[@pastorpaulfbc]

Don't worry. He is.

[@ogredad55]

@@pastorpaulfbc Thanx, pal!

[@jamessims251]

Sounds, blessed are those who hear! Pure in spirit, eternal sounds, “Sounds”!

[@groovy56]

Starr Parodi’s beautiful smile and great energy light up stage ;)

[@shirleysavoie2118]

This brings back so many wonderful memories

[@kaitiglazier]

My very first concert ever was Phil Keaggy in 1988 when I was 5. I don't remember much, which is why I'm here checking him out now.

[@jimharrison5601]

What an awesome vibe! I don't know why it reminds me of 1970s Utopia, but it does. I'm just listening to one of my favorite songs he just happened to play: (9:58) Carefree.

[@jamespass4337]

I was there. First time I saw him was in Orlando at a simular Jesus fest in 1980. I hitchhike from south Miami, dade county. I just turned 18 and slept on the field. Got sun stroke at this one. Another time, he played the Wind and the Wheat along with that strat and then probably his first Olson guit, which i ran up on stage after the show and played - in Smith town ny. the list goes on and on.

[@abassplayer4life]

I was at Jesus 80 in Orlando, too. My youth group drove there from Bucks County PA. I was 15. Great time.

[@donaldbarley5511]

Thanks for sharing this! I directed this recording of the video for the big screens...Loved the encore song. Hard to believe this was 32 years ago. I remember it like it was yesterday.

[@citizenway]

Wow!!!

[@oldmcmetal322]

Wish I could travel back in time to witness the positive energy of this show

[@PriorityNewsNow]

One of the great guitarists.

[@lareno04]

Wow! Phenomenal video of a great concert! I got to see Phil and his band back in 1977 at the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. It was close to a 4 hour concert. Phil and his band were amazing! I got to shake Phil’s hand right after the Concert and haven’t washed it since...just kidding. 😊

[@MarkB-SnowyMtn]

I was there too. Phenomenal concert!

[@shirleysavoie2118]

I’ll never forget being there at that concert

[@Don77sunset]

Great show. Thanks for posting this- I watched a Creation Fest show w/ Phil Keaggy and band that may have been 90 -92, it was streamed live at the time and was one of the very best shows ive seen on the net. Hoping another Creation Fest Show surfaces.

[@fastfretting]

A GENIUS at work.I heard his first album while on a vacation in California in 1975 and very much knew he would turn out to be great in Christian Music if he continued and God the Father knew I needed someone like him to inspire me on at that time.Guitar players listen to the song Sounds about 33:50 or so .It is great on the album TOO.

[@iloveamberist]

Phil recorded a guitar track on my friend Fred Martindale's album in Richwood Tx. in July of 1987 which I had the pleasure of playing drums and bass on. What a special night in our studio.

[@ashleyemerson5870]

Hey, the guy playing on the bass is my awesome Uncle Alex!

[@juaneato]

How cool is that? Saw Phil last night in Jax FL. It had been 35 years since I saw him last...he was awesome as usual!

[@jamespass4337]

Ashley Emerson That’s really cool.

[@joereich686]

Ashley Emerson - great bassist!

[@Tom-iw3zh]

How nice to have this video of him. A truly great concert! I watch it often. Your uncle was awesome not only as a bass player but also his vocals.

[@joetbaudino7720]

Hi J V we almost went but it sold out ☹️ but that was alright I am glad you were able to see Phil in January 👍👍 I seen him 3 times there at Murray hill and once at a church in orange park wonderful experience every time ,the last time at Murray hill in June of 2018 he came up to us and chatted briefly what a blessing Phil is a very nice fellow !!!

[@jtfairchild3838]

I remember this Festival like it was yesterday ...My first of many Creation Fests !! Awesome !

[@mburgess2829]

Loved this. I love “Sounds” and “Time” live even it’s was done 30 years ago

[@djorlando57]

I love Phil and this was awesome 😎. I’m a Keyboard player played his “where is my maker” and “Time “ in the 70s and 80s after conversion , thank you 🙏 for posting and bringing us back to roots. Star great keyboardist. DX7 😎🙏

[@EvonZundel]

I was there!

[@johncole145]

I was there. Great concert and festival. Great memories

[@jamessims251]

Phantastic music, great group of creatives!

[@yhosefnetzeravraham5404]

Yeah, EDDIE died this week, but we still got PHIL!!!!!

[@timjoseph887]

Keaggy in his prime. I saw this concert.

[@dachu134]

Pure Bliss! I just recently 'rediscovered' some of my old P.K. recordings. I had forgotten what a genius he was/is, and how his playing and songwriting transcends so many genres. I didn't realize way back then when I bought those records what a remarkable powerhouse he is. This video confirms it now in my mind - the music still seems so fresh and timeless in 2020. Wish I could have seen him live during this, the absolute prime of his youth.

[@guzwa2334]

Phil he is the full package as an entertainer. On my Playlist since the 70s. Pietermartizburg KZN South Africa 🌍

[@davidfiekowsky4892]

Not Christian but I feel blessed by Phil's music

[@KarenGillespie-ul1ol]

You should be! Eternal life is a wonderful thing!

[@davidfiekowsky4892]

@@KarenGillespie-ul1ol I find Christian philosopjy isn't potent enough to inspire the kinds of widespread change needed in the world, still looking. Peace

[@GaveMeGrace1]

Thank you-loved that Amazing Grace! Oh, and all the rest.

[@ronniecraft3895]

what a blessing,i thought i had seem them all ,this is superb !!!!!!

[@twiggy236]

AWESOME!

[@aussiedadreviews]

I love how the band is so into what they’re doing. And the keys lady’s smile is infectious - in a very non COVID-19 kinda way. Wonderful

[@renegadeoftruth2891]

Watching a video to escape COVID-19 mania, only to see it in the comments. 🙄😬😡 Get outta here!!!!

[@GaveMeGrace1]

I could listen to that version of time all day long!

[@johnchristie2774]

Yup! I was there.

[@kellyklingbeil5802]

Eric Clapton was asked what it was like being the world's best guitar player and he said... I don't know, ask Phil Keaggy

[@renegadeoftruth2891]

I never associated mullets and cowbell with Phil Keaggy until seeing this video. 🤣

[@JosephEchevarria]

Don't forget the acid wash jeans... :D

[@brendatroutman-abbate174]

Hey, ALL YOU waiting for this 💫GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️THIS IS A GREAT MORNING "getter done" Album PRAISE the LORD

[@petjobedet4650]

They just don’t play em like that anymore. Brilliant!

[@antonsavin72]

Wonderful concert!

[@mudeye]

Happy drummer!

[@pastorpaulfbc]

That's redundant (and repetitive)

[@stephanieweaver2270]

CHRISTIAN Paul McCartney!

[@pastorpaulfbc]

I had that thought, too!

[@J.P.571]

Buena calidad de voz esto música de verdad

[@cindylambert6333]

He sounds good

[@jimmydavis8427]

I gave phil that hat

[@aussiedadreviews]

History right there !!

[@jimmydavis8427]

@@aussiedadreviews ummm🤔🤔🤔 i also showed phil how to play guitar and he stole all my licks😁😂🤣

[@jimmydavis8427]

After i gave him hat of course

[@aussiedadreviews]

Black Coffee ☕️ wow dude. You’re my new hero ! Is that your ebow he’s using in this clip?

[@rickjohnson831]

Jim Davis that went to Waterloo?

[@mosart7025]

Didn't C.S. Lewis have a quote... something like "When the author walks onto the stage, the play is over." Time (the song) reminds me of that.

[@mudeye]

Love the chick with the flying hair!

[@rayjeske6564]

Starr Parodi, leader of the house band for the Arsenio Hall Show, and composer of a multitude of Hollywood film scores.

[@MAZisINtheHALL]

It makes me glad to see him perform some of his very best, even if this wasn't one of his personal best performing days. Some of the all-time PK greats were included here. "Let Everything Else Go" just stops my heart every time, so that it can LISTEN. Phil sounds very tired, but the slips and gaffes are relatively minor. His audience adores him, though. Did they really call this outfit The Phil Keaggy Band? I thought he stopped using that moniker when he finished touring to support "Emerging" back in the Spring of '78.

[@tomk4590]

Wish Nedra Ross were singing this (she did so on her solo album).

[@glennbelfiore5776]

Pretty sure I was there! I remember that girl (Star) on keys.. Did I get that name right?

[@renegadeoftruth2891]

She went on to be a very accomplished woman. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starr_Parodi

[@pastorpaulfbc]

Who has more time than I do and could post a set list with start times for each song?

[@mudeye]

Why did Phil switch drummers? This guy was awesome!

[@alessycast3068]

I always thought when i first listened his song was Paul MacCartney 😅

[@123Elvis1]

Nice looking keyboardist…anyone know who she was/is?

[@johnnysilva191]

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[@tedbackherms7796]

P I saw Phil Keegan Glass Harp back in the 70s when I was in high school at the Richmond arena I believe there was Alice Cooper yuck that was Lee Michaels who didn't press anybody and had to turn the house lights up to embarrass us cuz we didn't care for his music and then there was Glass Harp that's why I went to the Richmond arena maybe 1971-72 and it was awesome I was awesome especially love the Wawa guitar we were all sitting on the floor watching the concert people around smoking dope but not me it

[@danielmiller1302]

The lady on keyboard awsome.... phil brings out the best in people.. ..not heard of her b4; what other albums/concert she on.?

[@rayjeske6564]

That's Starr Parodi. Led the house band of the Arsenio Hall Show, and is a famous composer of a multitude of motion picture film scores.

[@paulogp4629]

He plays better than the giants of guitar. Compare.

[@kenshiloh]

Man, good sound people are hard to find (turn that organ down! - it's louder than the guitar). I always thought musicians make the best engineers.

[@johnnysilva191]

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