Like I said in the title, I never thought this would happen.
What do I mean? The idea that the band Triumph would ever reunite and tour again.
Even last year, it was not happening and never going to.
They had their great run in the 70s and 80s, and aside from a few things since then (an album and brief tour in the early 90s, two shows in 08, one small show for hardcore fans for the band’s documentary, and one song for one of co-singer/guitarist Rik Emmett’s solo albums) Triumph were over.
Whenever asked, Rik, co-singer/drummer Gil Moore and bassist Mike Levine would always say it was never going to happen.
Well, in late 2025, it was announced that Triumph was reuniting for a tour with fellow Canadian band April Wine opening.
Although Triumph was reuniting, it would only be Rik and Gil (Mike as of this writing has not appeared at any of the shows due to health reasons. Take care!!), and they added some members to help fill out the sound and to help the guys enhance the show.
They brought in Phil X (guitar/vocals, who also was in Triumph during their brief 90s run) to play second guitar with Rik and to sing too.
Via Phil’s recommendation, the band brought in Todd Kerns (bass/vocals) and Brent Fitz (drums/vocals).
I know Rik and Gil had their doubts and fears as to whether or not they could pull this off again after so many years, but trust me, they more than pull it off.
They definitely tuned down so Rik would not have to sing as many high notes, but he still has a great voice and range. And his guitar playing is still out of this world.
Gil’s voice is as great as ever and he still plays drums great.
But having Phil, Todd, and Brent has enhanced the show experience.
They now have more vocal harmonies, lead and rhythm guitars, and two drummers. Gil even sometimes steps out front and sings while Brent plays drums on his own. Other songs Gil plays drums and Brent plays keyboards.
The show has great visuals, which Triumph has always been about. Visuals on the screens and some pyro too.
The band, especially, Rik, seem very happy and are having the time of their life on this tour.
Rik even said during this show that before this tour that he was content being home sitting on the coach with his five cats and enjoying retirement. But he is now really glad this is happening and is feeling beyond blessed to be rocking again.
Their show is incredible!!!
The songs are great!!!
The singing/musicianship are phenomenal!!!!
This tour has been doing really well. This show was sold out!!
The amphitheatre was nice with really good sound.
Oh and let’s not forget about April Wine, who opened the show with a really good set of songs.
April Wine includes classic member Brian Greenway (guitar/lead vocals), as well as Marc Parent (lead vocals/guitar), Richard Lanthier (bass/backing vocals), and Roy Nichol (drums/percussion/backing vocals). They sounded really good too.
I could go on and on about this, but I’ll just end by saying never say never about anything.
I NEVER thought Triumph would reunite.
Triumph did not know that Triumph was going to reunite until they did.
Gil said during the initial press for this reunion that after saying no so many times that this one time they finally decided to say yes.
And they are really rocking again, which is a beautiful thing.
I’m glad they are back!! Thank you guys for everything.
Another huge bucket list show for me.
Now I hope they make more music.
Love you all and rock on!!
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