Vince Gill/Pure Prairie League- "Still Right Here In My Heart" (Live 1981)

Performance music video taped in Nashville 1981, uploaded from the one inch video master. Dig the hair Vince. I believe that's his future x-wife Janice singing back up in the red. Copyright Casablanca/Polygram.

[@nickandchrisd7110]

My wife and I had separated when this came out. I couldn't listen to it without breaking down because it said so much of what I wanted her to know. We finally got to speaking to each other and I said, 'OK you want to dump me and paint me as a disloyal, dishonest and disrespectful person, well you are very wrong about how I feel about you. Perhaps you should listen to this.' A couple of weeks later she called and said, 'I heard it, how can we make this work?' We reconciled and are still together. Thanks Vince and PPL!

[@andreamurphy1126]

Awesome.... This gives me Hope.

[@jinglebell9424]

He brought me back to a love. Sat at the airport waiting for a flight crying my eyes out, just love Vince Gill

[@davidklein7962]

I’m happy for you Nick! This came out in 1981! I’m glad you two worked it out! There’s always hope❤️

[@davidklein7962]

Reminds me of my first DJ Gig…..1280 WONW Defiance Ohio spring 1981! Love the PPL❤️

[@shannonpattenthetexasbb]

My dad always thought Vince Gill had the beautiful voice this was back when he was with Pure Prairie League

[@jstnxprsn]

I did sound a few times for various bands Vince played in back in those days, and so he often sang through my main microphone (that I used for years) It never sounded better. Trust me. Your dad was right. He sang like an angel. He is a master of harmony, too, and has always been a unique and amazing guitar player. Believe it or not, I'm not a fan of Vince, esp. or even country music, but I totally appreciate talent when I hear it.

[@jemoore1975]

My dad took me to see PPL back in 1979 after Vince joined. My dad said, that guy is so talented he’s gonna be BIG one day! lol yep he sure is!!

[@shannonpattenthetexasbb]

@@jemoore1975 I've got several albums by Pure Prairie League back when Vince Gill played with them that's how he got started in country music plus I got two solo albums since early solo albums on cassette after he left the group

[@billwalker7556]

Most people don't know Vince Gill was the lead singer for Pure Prrarie League in the 70's sand early 80's or even know who Pure Parie League was. I saw them when I was in college in the 70's and they put on a great show. He still sings " Amie", probably PPL's biggest hit in concerts occasionally today. I still have a vinyal copy of the album.

[@billwalker7556]

@@lindac7966 I know that but he was with them when I saw them.

[@danielschear556]

FYI: Craig Fuller, NOT Vince Gill, was the lead vocalist on "Amie." Fuller also wrote the tune.

[@billwalker7556]

@@danielschear556 Vince Gill sang lead when I saw them.

[@charliemalloy1023]

Fusion of country/folk/and pop. And Vince Gill. Wow. He doesn't advertise this too much. But this group had a lot of hits. I just learned he was in this group even though i grew up singing this song.

[@grrannimal]

I was fortunate to see Vince numerous times when he was in PPL. His incredible talent, humbleness and future as a superstar was evident to me the first time I saw him perform. He deserves every accolade he has ever received.

[@StvMcQueen1]

Amen.

[@carlawilson1179]

I saw Vince with The Time Jumpers 2 yrs ago. Still very humble. People tried to show him attention, he waved them off like, 'these are my guys, don't'. Have to say that group was so excellent!! All in perfect harmony, perfect timing. You make it to Nashville, look them up for a great evening-privte concert. ♥️

[@MrPhilfridge]

I have nothing against Mr Gill, but the PPL were much better band in the early to mid 70's without him.

[@texastank9413]

Man this guy has a great voice.

[@jstnxprsn]

I did sound for him and others back in the day, and he sang through the mic I used for years. For some reason, I could never make it sound as good as when he used it. LOLOL He has the voice of an angel, trust me. And I'm not even a country music fan.

[@jguitar28]

This is Awesome to see thanks for the upload! Vince has been a friend of mine for years! He is not only one of the best singers and song writers in the business, he can also play any Instrument in any musical genre the way it should be played and with great tone. Vince is also one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet anywhere!

[@cneterer]

Vince is my mom's favorite country singer of all time. I almost passed out when I scored her front row center seats for her birthday. She said he was funny, charming, sincere, and played guitar like he was walking on air. He even impressed my stepfather, who hated country but used to be a music teacher.

[@wadeboyful]

Backup singers got it going on ❤❤

[@marthahalsey-on4bn]

Love this

[@Onehappyworlds]

Cool especially with Vince Gill. He often jokes about his singing nowadays & says he sings like a chick with a high voice. Vince has a sense of humor. My all-time fav singer, songwriter & guitar player.

[@bobbyozb]

The girls singing backup are the Sweethearts of the Rodeo.....The Oliver sisters....Yes, Vince was married to the one in the red, Janice.

[@susangooch7087]

OMG 😳 It’s so good to see Someone that knows 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶!!! As I do !!!

[@shannonpattenthetexasbb]

Vince Gill was one of my favorite singers and I do remember sweethearts of the rodeo but nowadays country music just ain't cracked up the what it is he just died off Vince Gill was another favorite singer I like next to Keith Whitley

[@jstnxprsn]

Absolutely. I had a major crush on Janis back in those days but was too shy to tell her. Of course, Vince didn't have that problem. LOL I hope her life turned out well after they split up.Her sister was Kristine, btw. Anyone know what happened to Jeff Wilson (guitar here)? I was much closer friends with him than Vince as I knew Jeff and Max (Pat) Nolan from The Hot Quazi Band days. Lost track of both of hem during the 80's Dying to reconnect, esp. with Max.

[@davek8637]

This is the earliest Vince Gill performance I've seen, thanks. The hair, the mustache, haha. I can see why they wanted him, he fit right into their style. All Vince Gill fans will appreciate this video.

[@randyduncan4004]

there's several earlier vids

[@helentomlinson5801]

Watch them on Austin City limits singing Amie (1978?) Vinnie and his beautiful voice outstanding

[@jojoheartspaypay]

Michael Reilly, Jeff Wilson and Vince Gill= Magic in my book.

[@kjinohio5897]

Kristine and Janis Oliver at the time I guess. I heard the opened a show in 1977 while Vince was in the group Sundance. (vince was 19 at the time) They married in 1980 so and this was done in 1981 so they were newlyweds then. I remember seeing Sweethearts of the rodeo sing "I gotta get away" which Janis wrote. That song is what won them the Wrangler Country Showdown and got them going and I always wondered if she and Vince worked on it together. Good stuff and thanks for posting it.

[@GStraitKISS1]

Music from that great time is "Still Right Here In My Heart."

[@clevelandlawson1982]

this is too cool. i love my boy Vince.

[@marycanaris2500]

GREAT guitarist and Singer

[@johnnyjohannesen5502]

Still rock 40 years later

[@MsRocknroll2012]

Thank you for the memories!

[@guitarman3200]

I enjoyed this video. I had heard that he was with Pure Prairie League at one time.....but never saw him sing. Thanks for posting.

[@muusicman2010]

It is indeed. That's Janis Oliver with her Sister. They had some hits in the 80s as well...Sweethearts Of The Rodeo was their band name 😀

[@dawnclarke7468]

They sang one of the Beatles songs. I can't remember which one.

[@muusicman2010]

Dawn Clarke I feel Fine, that’s The Beatles song Sweethearts of the Rodeo covered.

[@dawnclarke7468]

Thank you so much. Been wracking my brain since the comment.

[@muusicman2010]

Dawn Clarke 😂

[@randyduncan4004]

he just got better and better. I miss the original bustin out band guys tho.

[@blahdeblah1975]

St. Pete Florida 1981 (+/-) with Al Garth on sax/vocals OMG what a show!

[@MrPhilfridge]

the original 2 line ups were so so much better than this lot . This is hardly a great song either.

[@joycekeiper]

Wow,I love this.Good job.

[@mickkollins]

Thanks captainvideoralph for this posting...I loved the part in your comments about the 1 inch master..Not too many of us left who know what that is..I was editing video on CMX in LA when they all played SweetWater in Redondo..had Byron Berline sit in..great time..thanks again

[@jstnxprsn]

I was there with you, Mick. I even helped install those giant speakers (only one of which worked, as I recall LOL) I lived a block away from Sweetwater and the Fleetwood. Always went to Sweetwater though, never Fleetwood and even missed Van Halen when they played there (kicks self) But the thing I really kick myself for was, I never made a point to go see Byron's band, only to find out later one of my favorite country rock guitarists later on, played with him all the time. Mental block on his name, right now (maybe Jim?). He went on to play with The Henry Paul Band, though. I could have been friends with him, like Vince, Jeff, Janice and Kristin. Those were the days, though, eh?

[@susangooch7087]

LOVE YOU VINCE GILL !!!

[@MsBonnieBlue]

Good memories 🙏

[@classicalmusic7430]

Thank you for posting!

[@amycollins2429]

A very young Vince Gill.

[@davidstevens9765]

Never knew Sweathearts of the Rodeo were their backup singers

[@jstnxprsn]

Not usually, but this would have been not long after Vince joined and bought Jeff on board. Before any hits of their own, they would have been more casual in having friends and family sit in. Janis, of course, was married to Vince.

[@sandyblue4235]

Wow I didn't know Vince was in this group

[@MsBonnieBlue]

I don’t think a lot of people knew!

[@Donsterzthevice]

Great PPL!

[@determined2play]

He looks like Freddie Fender with that hair and mustache. lol

[@bobmiz]

There's always a "klinker" in these live performances. The first one is at 00:49..Love ya Vinnie

[@jodicox5661]

My goodness was he young!

[@TheChainAngel666]

24 years old! Love you, Vince!

[@rocklin1]

yes it is and her sister

[@blackmoreff24]

Yes 👍

[@Pamelina1111]

This when you can see how much Jenny looks like dad

[@doloressiler6897]

Is that the Sweethearts of the Rodeo in background?

[@wildewulf-9873]

A Pair Of Angels

[@brandanbullard7620]

He my idel

[@samurairol2]

He was married to one of the girls from Sweathearts of the Rodeo.

[@mikestevenson576]

The lead singer sounds good but he doesn't have a star quality. Otherwise excellent.

[@bobcannell9007]

meet your newest Eagle.

[@fawnebrown4619]

Yeah, that's pretty awesome!

[@ethanweeter2732]

With the funky porn Stache to boot.

[@isabstmr]

In thirty- six years look how much clothes women have taken off. OTT, think he'll do just fine as an Eagle.

[@andersoncamoes7778]

Pablo Escobar cantando, rssss...kkkk

[@JesusFreakJene]

Those long legs....omgosh

[@jeannespahr2696]

Can't happen. To many times.

[@janethaffner400]

Cat stevens

[@lieflove12]

The singer looks like my mom in the eighties if she had mustache