Rik Emmett talks The Triumph Hit, "Lay It On The Line"

[@dlewtweentorla1210]

Rick, was that teacher Mrs Monk? She taught in Orillia. Had her for grade 10 English up there, the one story she would tell, about this student who was a "brilliant writer named little Ricky Emmett, who wasted his writing talent and joined a Rock & Roll band". After class, I went up to her and said you had made it, even had two albums out at the time and were a huge Canadian talent. Then told her Rik was a great lyric writer. She smiled and seemed happy he was writing lyrics. Asked me the name of the Band and albums. She was a very nice lady and Rik obviously made quite the impression.

[@heathersullivan2561]

He definitely has many stories.

[@DeadShred9]

Rik Emmett : LEGEND !!!!!

[@giovannimagistrelli4389]

The first song by Triumph I ever heard back in 1980

[@tinanoel452]

Love

[@malinwj1167]

"You have a gift...you're not special, but the gift is special, and you have to respect the gift". BAM

[@joeythatguyfilm9836]

Rik you are a incredible inspiration to me. I'm now 55 and friend's with Johnny Rutledge and it suck we are now getting old. I can book you in Chicago Rivers Casino. Joey That Guy Film on KZbin

[@TorToroPorco]

Love hearing Rik tell his stories, he’s so wonderfully articulate and genuine.

[@msaz2720]

"Not to buff myself too much" classic...I could listen to Rik tell stories all day, intelligent, interesting dude.

[@ltrenum]

Cool dude, love the detail and passion as he describes the guitar notes and chords.

[@paulhabrelewicz7749]

Tim Jeff and Gil are so so underrated! I stole rock and roll machine from my sister and Iron Maiden’s first album! Absolutely love triumph! We need more bands like them again!!!!!!

[@TheChef470]

What is it with Canadian rockers all being so well spoken,thoughtful and freakishly talented ?

[@Trespassion7]

Rik is totally THE TRUTH...I have loved his work since I was in high school in the 70's.

[@scottarivett496]

My favorite Triumph song

[@YAMISOOLD2009]

I feel like I have been waiting all my life for all these stories. Triumph was my favorite band (in a more or less tie with VH) in high school. Listened to them daily. But I always have craved information about what really went down in writing songs and in touring and in making records. But a fan basically has to wait until an artist is at a place in their life where they can safely tell their stories and not piss off managers and bookers and agents. I think Rik is at this spot in life now and I am all ears! Thanks for the interview John.

[@vincegedeon6583]

Amazing band song album and video!💯

[@magicrobharv]

Rik's Guitar Player magazine column taught me power chords. Those columns were priceless beyond measure.

[@sherreerichardson623]

Phenomenal song for sure. Awesome!

[@TornadoCrewStormChasers]

Love Triumph

[@drumgk]

Great interview! Its great because you let the guest do most of the talking. Ric is so gifted.

[@markcampbell7554]

I am really enjoying this interview with Rik Emmett.He tells some great stories and is a very articulate person. Yes, he has contributed some great music for us to enjoy through the year's. A million thanks Rik, you are a class act.

[@barrymccreary9565]

Thaks rik for the info

[@rking3724]

Triumph never got the credit they deserved.

[@michaelsullivan3142]

Triumph should be in the Rock n Roll HOF. Such a disappointment they aren't in!!! Happy I was able to see them at NJ Meadowlands in my senior year of 85.

[@sableminer8133]

I love these behind the scene (songs) interviews where you get such background! I was in highschool when that song came out & indeed was always a huge standout jam!

[@shynickel8239]

probably my favorite rock star, the music, the man, Rick Emmett, Thanks for a great soundtrack of my life

[@martymcpeak4748]

That looks Ike the exact guitar Rik played during the US Festival

[@drumr72]

I subbed with a cover band in Phoenix a few years ago and we got to do this song live...and people went NUTS. Fantastic song and band. They don't get enough love, so great interview as always John!

[@reneechristopher2121]

Great person and musician.

[@floydthebarber9956]

Love the questions John.

[@rustyshackleford7216]

Saw triumph when I was 13 at the gardens . A lazer show that rivals Pink Floyd . Rick's voice is probably the best in 80's rock standing with halllford and emit !!

[@kdawgaz]

An interesting discussion. Ty

[@stardiostudios6258]

Rik looks like he’s talking into the mic in the “Rock History Music’s” logo! 🗣 🎙

[@jeffperry7971]

Very good interview John! One of my favorites!

[@tucoblondy1643]

Great interview . Same old Rik patting himself on the back and staying humble .

[@JP-mu3xl]

Stairway was rip off of Dolly partons song from 1975

[@toddpeterson2992]

When this came out, I thought they were pretty boys. Saw them in concert in Madison, WI and was blown away. Wow!!