Beyond Belief - PETRA Cover feat. JOHN SCHLITT & JOHN LAWRY
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- Опубликовано: 29 ноя 2020
- This is our cover of the song Beyond Belief, by the band Petra. Featuring as special guests John Schlitt and John Lawry, who originally recorded this song with Petra 30 years ago!
Vocals by Dan Vasc, John Schlitt and John Lawry
Keyboards by John Lawry
Guitars and drums by Victor The Guitar Nerd
Mix by Victor The Guitar Nerd and Dan Vasc
Mastering by Sean Magee
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The day I discovered Petra and John Schlitt's voice was the day I decided I would become a singer, 12 years ago. To have him along with Petra's keyboard man John Lawry here in this channel is the happiest moment of my career so far. If it weren't for those guys making music even before I was was born, there would be no Dan Vasc.
Here is a few links for those who don't know Petra:
*Original Beyond Belief* - ruclips.net/video/7KY7jLQGHA0/видео.html
Some of my favorite music videos
*Seen And Not Heard* - ruclips.net/video/TZUdLCE6EIg/видео.html
*Defector* - ruclips.net/video/HJBiirf__Vo/видео.html
If you like classic 80s rock, a great place to start would be the album *Beyond Belief* - open.spotify.com/album/1ssGLn8MxlaOnOoB2c47yl?si=wDjQCptfQ629X-TUv82eBQ
If you prefer something heavier, start with their more metal album *Jekyll & Hyde* - open.spotify.com/album/4SFONOPEVHp7zTeitiXFlt?si=tdUGOrGeSleAnfJ4zf-ytQ
Also check John Schlitt's latest solo album *GO* - open.spotify.com/album/4V2qXUyOEjJHIJ8jGnpDrp?si=S-xHzxQNQBaXH20W-Op2hw
Good job my friend!!! I am very proud to see you singing along with the man who inspired the great Dan Vasc that we see today!!! Keep flying bro!!!
I am honored that my first name is PETRA ... even though my parents don't know this great band! 😉🤘 I can feel the positive energy and chemistry between you guys! I'm speechless ... awesome work... keep going!! 🤘👊
This is so awesome you were able to actually sing with members of Petra. I would love to see a video of you talking about putting this together.
Great job on this version!
Love it how you Singer with Them. Go on!
Dan, excellent job, as usual! This is my favourite Petra song of all time! You did it great, and having John Schlitt and John Lawry made it even better! Love your music!😎
Can we take a moment to recognize the fact that John is 70 when this is recorded and still sounds like he did when he recorded the song originally?
Yeah right
I recognize!! 🥳
That's exactly what I was thinking. I saw them in concert in 1988, and he sounds just as good here. So cool to see.
Take care.
Also John was part of Head East one of my favorite rock groups when I was younger
Amazingly beautiful 🙏
Old time Christian rock band.. PETRA...JOHN still has his pipes 🙏💯
AMEN ❤
I was a professional drummer playing Christian music in the 80s. Petra was a huge influence not only in my life and music but also in my faith. Thank you, Petra!
Steven J. Unterseher
Can we appreciate that the Johns are singing in the same key that 30 years ago? thanks.
I'm pretty sure Schlitt can only sing in this key in a studio setting nowadays. Petra's last album with John was a step down, and ever since all their live stuff has been played in the lower key as well.
This still sounds really good, but you can tell he can't really belt it out like he used to. (No disrespect to him whatsoever, but he was a lot younger 30 years ago lol)
@@Rednax_99 agree 100%, it happens to all rockers (minus Tamplin).
@@chinfuzzchet3616 klaus meine and adrian barilari are another strange cases, klaus is 72 and barilari is 61 and both keep their voices intact
@@GabrielMartinez001 I have heard Klaus live and tbo he is not near what he was despite the surgery. I have never heard Adrian so I do not have an opinion on him. I am not knocking the guys, aging and wear and tear just hapen.
@@Rednax_99 That's because John never learned how to take care of his voice - as Ken Tamplin teaches in his singing course...
Okay how many others broke their faces by cracking too big a smile while watching//listening to this?
@@susanmoran5226 Neither am I. :)
Yep! Huge dumb smile on my face the whole time. This was amazing.
😁
Clicked on the channel after listening to his Mulan cover and had to set my phone down and walk away out of disbelief when I saw Petra 😭
I haven't had a Christian record in my collection since high school but I will listen to Petra from time to time because it brings back great memories
John Schlitt - one of the greatest rock voices in the world. He's 70 yrs old but still his voice sounds the same and is very recognizable!! AMEN!!!! ❤
Who else is just smiling seeing John Schlitt singing at this level at 70 years old? John Lawry still bringing it to! First exposure to Dan Vasic... wow what a talent! Definitely a new fan here. If we could just live by these words the world would be a better place!
70? Wow! He looks great!! Praise God for this great song.
@@ronwilburn359 He's still got a great voice and a ton of energy. I saw him in concert back in March and it was so much fun.
He has amazing voice . Praise God .
Petra playing in Dallas August 18, 2023! Not sure what the lineup will be.
I certainly was. This was GREAT!
I would like to thank both Dan Vasc and Petra. First Petra for be the influence in Dan Vasc becoming a singer and thank you Dan Vasc for introducing me to to Petra. God bless you you all.
Goodness! What an honor to be able to sing with Schlitt & Lawry, Dan. You definitely held your own, too. Well done, sir.
This cover is SO special. Petra is where it all started and for you to be doing a cover with John Shlitt and John Lawry is just mind blowing. I must say in this video your happiness just shines through your eyes and body language. I am also so glad Victor got to be part of this.
So Victor is the one playing electric? I wondered-even though I don’t know him! He sounded awesome!
I see you donating in other videos too. You're such a gem 💎
May God bless you with more
@@ImOnRUclipse Thank you for those sweet words. Bless you to, thank you for watching Dan's videos.
Petra is always my favourite and their music and lyrics are exclusive. To God be the glory 🙏
I echo your sentiment.
Amen! PTL!!!
AAAAAH! I was hoping you'd do a Petra cover, but WITH Petra?? This is the best thing ever.
I came here to say this!!!! Made my week! Love this
I really didn't expect this collaboration. Never I imagine to see PETRA and hear Beyond Belief again. What a surprise
RIGHT? This made my Monday
You could say this collaboration was Beyond Belief... I'll go home now.
@@Brian_Cameron usually comedians stay all week
Right! I grew up on petra and never thought I'd see something like this lol. I love it
Just like that, I think everyone in this thread is now friends. If not siblings.
Still listening in March 2024! rock on 🤘🏽
"As long as I have breath I will attest to the power and mercy of God." There will be no holding back Schlitt & Lawry. Learn all you can from them while you have them Dan.
I'm a Christian and I am surprised by the response to this song from so many people. I had heard rumors of Petra from my youth pastor, and thought "That must be some old cheesy music." This was my first exposure to them and I am both musically and spiritually encouraged by this in a time where it is hard to have faith. 2020 has been beyond belief in a bad way, but this song gives me something to reflect on in light of our circumstances.
Their music is old and cheesy in many respects (though really good nontheless) but their texts are timeless and with great depth to them.
Welcome to Petra. I grew up on Petra, I was 12 when I first bought the Unseen Power album back in 1991 (still have the cd). Check out On Fire, Beyond Belief and the Unseen Power albums for some of the best music Petra ever created.
The thing about Petra is they were active for decades, and their sound changed over that time, So sure there are songs from them that we'd call cheesy, but there were also great ones like this that really hold up well even today.
Narthan, one should never ignore the 'rumours' of his youth pastor ;) And encouriging for us (oldies;) that the next generations are still inspired by this holy spirit guided music who keeps on staying fresh! Shoutout to Dan who recordered it in its original key in such a great way!
@@HighwayLand Don't leave out "This Means War," the first album with John Schlitt as the singer. That was amazing as well.
Take care.
John Schlitt is my favourite Christian Rock singer. He looks amazing amd strong. God bless him and his team.
Me encanta y su voz sigue tan fuerte y hermosa!!
@@dkarenmartinezcruz9960por favor
Imet John Schlitt after one of Petra's last concerts. I was surprised tolearn of his age (50ish at the time). I loved his attitude. He told me he had an energy most 50 year olds didn't have and he decided to use it for serving God through music. Quite impressed. Sad the group split up. Still listen to their music.
Its 2022..My 30 years has passed listening petra songs but still I am petra fans and this song is one of my favorite. Lot's of love from India,Manipur.
Were you there when Petra came to Bangalore?
Mine to I love Petra the rock cries out and it is finished absolutely love petra
Praise lord Jesus christ really I am happy to see this thank you to petra
Dude. I'm a Petra fan from the very beginning and you nailed every nuance of this song and added some harmonies that gave me goosebumps. DO MORE CHRISTIAN ROCK AND METAL! I LOVE IT! :)
I just can't watch this video without a smile, Dan looks so happy it's contagious hahaha
If you watch closely there's a moment when they all vibe and realize this is not a cover, it's a 4k audio remaster and it sounds AMAZING!!!!
You just HAVE to smile when you watch this! Everyone is so happy in the moment❤❤❤
Petra, Stryper, Guardian, Bride, White Cross, White Heart...man the 90's were awesome
Dude; Petra, Daniel Band, Barnabas, Rez Band, 441, Darrell Mansfield, Carmen...man the 80's were radical!
Totally agree
@@roman0robert RIP Carman :(
@@SpaceNinja321 We'll see him again!
Dont forget barren cross
Dan, I love how happy you look in this video! Amazing!!!!
wow! what a good feeling!! The guy still have that phenomenal rock voice! God bless!
And John Lowery doesn’t get enough credit. Fabulous keyboardist and singer song writer.
I think Jesus can't wait to have John in His celestial choir, haha! Petra made me love christian rock since I was a kid, and Beyond Belief is definitely one of the best songs for me. God bless you all! :)
Same here God bless petra
No doubt but I hope he allows us to have him down here for a while longer.
No doubt bro, I feel u , halleluya ,,, hello from indonesia
Amen brother love it
John Schlitt is on the short list of those individuals who have made a difference in my life and encouraged me in my walk with our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen Larry. God used Petra's music tremendously in my life, and it has always encouraged me.
You take care.
Subliminal seduction:
Kronos: father time, Saturn, Satan.
Eddie the head, Eddie the Death.
Who's on the Lord's side?
His testimony was amazing and kinda similar to mind without the drugs
I'm 55, and Petra was my favorite band in the 80's. This made me grin from ear to ear! You sound like you were meant to sing with them!
Same with me. Awesome cover and the arrangement, musicianship and mixing is fantastic.
Same here saw them 3 times in 80's
Just look at the smile on Dan's face! So good to see these two together❤
Petra is and was it's own animal, and not even just in the Christian music scene... the entire music scene. They were like every good band rolled into one and had such range that it was unbelievable.
There are many rock bands but there is only ONE Petra.
Duuuuude, Petra was my gateway band into Christian Rock and this is one of my favorite songs by them.
Same here! Before Petra it was Al Denson and Crystal Lewis (nothing against them btw). But it was maybe 1992 when I first heard Unseen Power, and the rest is history.
Mine too!
Petra Means Rock was my first cassette. I got it and a Walkman for Christmas that year. It was also one of the first CD's I bought when that technology came out.
Mine too!!! Love this song.. so awesome!!
Likewise!
Dan, you’re adorable with the headphones. You always look so happy. Don’t change. Wishing you every success.
I am so very glad you discovered PETRA. After hearing you perform, (I only discovered you a couple of months ago), I cannot imagine a world without you. They are really good. I like them a lot. This song/video is fun to watch, sing along to, and I might say, dance to. This is the first song of 2024 to listen/watch, started my year off with a bang. Congrats on your number of subs so far. Won't be long at the rate you are going to hit your goal...Come on Subs, you know what you have to do.........HIT THAT BUTTON.
John Schlitt has such a unique singing voice.
Sure does. As a new christian in the 70's petra was just incredibly vital for my faith. I still enjoy listening from time to time now on youtube. I believe no other gospel band since has ever surpassed their adherence to the true gospel and professionalism.
He's got a serious Steve Perry vibe. Dudes got pipes!
@@Clean97gti John' is a title more gritter and applicable for harder rock/metl. Both are great.
@@Clean97gti I always said he has both Steve Perry and Steven Tyler in one voice.
Amazing!
Dan is about as old as the song!
God's love is Beyond Belief!
Amazing! I see the happiness in your eyes. And a huge thank you to Petra for kicking Dan on his way!
I was a teen when Petra came out with their Beyond Belief album and as a Christian it was the only heavy metal music I was allowed to have. Still Rockin‘! Falling Rapidly in Love with your voice Dan Vasc! ❤❤
Best part is everybody looks like they are truly enjoying recording this, except maybe Victor, cause...you know... he's shy and we never see his face. But his hands and guitars look happy.
😊
Who says the old time Christian rock band for me i feel brand new every time i hear all old petra songs it gives me a new felling n strength towards my creator, thank you petra ur songs make me feel better from the day and till now and tomorrow.always love frm Nagaland.
I'm super psyched....Petra will be performing on their 50th anniversary tour literally 4 miles down the street from my workplace in Huntsville, Alabama on June 24th (2023). My wife and I already have VIP tickets and several old high school friends will be driving from Mississippi and one from Kentucky for the show. Thanks for posting this video Dan. I'll be honest, this video (although it is 2 years old) is my first time hearing Dan Vasc. You've really got a gift dude....God bless.
No way! I live 1 hour from Huntsville! I had no idea they were on tour. I've never seen them live and would love to
Gosh I am so jelly. I am all the way in Colorado.
So many memories with Petra. Especially this song. My father passed away this last January and he was super into Christian rock back in the early 90s and loved Petra. We always listened to this song. I still rock this song to this day.
I never heard this song before but I Love it! So much melody!! Well done everybody 🌞👍
Look up the original video...there was a movie as well.and another great song..I am on the Rock❤🎶
This was Music way back in the 80s. Melodic and...just great 👍. 😎🎸😊
Check out what J. Schlitt was doing before he came to Petra. Praise God for his transformation!!
Petra is a really good group
Great christian band with awesome music and a great message
HOW in the world did this not get 5M views easily?? This is incredible! I have the biggest smile on my face from ear to ear. Sharing, sharing!!! Ginormous kudos.
😊🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤
Wow. You absolutely blew it out of the park. Absolutely fantastic. You did it more than justice. This is one of my favourite Petra songs. When I saw you'd done it with Petra band members I was actually emotional. It brought back many fond memories. Keep up the great work. The world needs more music.
I don't know how many times I watched this. I like the joy all involved show
You actually got John to sing with you!!! SO awesome!!! Do Adonai next, it would be awesome in your voice!! :)
Yes yes yes Adonai
I agree!
Dang! Mr. Schlitt's voice is still GOLD!
Exactly
Awesome, praise Jesus for you talented guys. You are so blessed and you bless us too “Hallelujah”
Who'd have thought there'd be a voice similar to John Schlitt? So we have great music a few more years. Woo hoo!
peter is one of the best gospel band .. Praise the Lord
Strange that I never heard about Petra before now... Aside from having such a unique and recognisable voice, Schlitt is such a great singer. You should ask them to join you more often, your voices go really well together.
Very well done! Great message, song and video! We serve a great God that is so beyond us, but He wants us with Him!!!
That is so awesome!!! Praise God Almighty!!!
Praise to Almighty God so wonderfull to see you guys team up to worship ! Realy made my morning special had a trying month, God bless you richly ! And may He use your voices to peirce the darkness snapping chains of bandage! With great joy shall you draw waters from the Wells of salvation!😂 😂 ❤ ❤ 😂 🙏 🙌 🙏 🙌 ❤
"Bondage" lol
I love how John Schlitt and John Lawry are happy but chill, and Dan is like "THIS IS THE BEST F*****G DAY OF MY LIFE".
dito....
Right?!?! Look at THAT MANS FACE!!!!!!!! 😆❤️
Well, it being a strong Christian song, he probably would leave out the F word.
But yes, other than that, he definitely had a good time.
“The joy of the Lord is your strength” (Nehemiah 8:10)
It's so obvious in this video! 😍
Love love love your voices together, it's like a very good marriage ❤❤❤❤
Petra has been a favorite for a long time. You all seem to be enjoying this cover so much. Thank you for sharing. What a treat!!!
Petra is so obscure but is one of the most important bands for me!! My mom was obsessed and played them all the time when I was a kid. She died young a few years ago and stumbling across this perfect collaboration made me feel connected to her again. This is truly amazing!!
I've been listening to Petra since 1980. It's been 40 years of blessings to my ears.
BEAUTIFUL!!! GLORIOUS!!! Praise His Name!!!
Unbelievably fantastic!!! was a teenager in the 80s and was a gigantic Pe✝️ra fan, oh wait still a gigantic Pe✝️ra fan at age 53!
I got a Petra cassette in 1989 and had to hide it from my mom. I'm pretty sure it was "The Rock Cries Out." ... I wonder where that tape went. Hmmmmm.
Yesss another teen who LOVED this band ❣ I'm in Australia.. his word spreads thru this music.
OMG those voices better than ever!!! CLASSIC Petra!
As a huge fan of Petra for many years, I absolutely love this cover! Well done all!
Thank you PETRA for giving us all the good music. So happy to see you back!
Wow John's still got it!
Greatest Christian rock song ever, one of the best rock songs. I will never get tired of this song. Thank you Petra for all your music, thank you Lord for Petra!
Man I grew up listening to Petra! I couldn't click this video fast enough! Love John's music. Thanks for sharing this!
Great song Jesus bless you all
John Lawry is one of the most complete keyboard and musician that I saw. The voice of J. Schillit is the same, thanks so much for this production Dan Vasc!!!
Nice... There's a higher place we can all go because of our Lord Jesus Christ...i Love you Jesus 💕🙏
12/8/1998, it was Monday, I lived in a small town in Brazil called Brusque, early afternoon we get aboard on this bus trip which would take mostly youth people from my hometown to a city called Joinville (southern Brazil).
As a fan of Petra Band, had more than 15 of their cds and vinyls, I was extremely excited with the opportunity to see them for the first time ever!
The bus trip lasted for about 2hrs, we got to the place and the concert opening was hosted by a singer called Aline Barros.
I was with two friends, and I told them that I was gonna try to go up the stage when John Schlitt was singing, so we went all the way to the front, as close to the stage as we could get, and then there was a rope and a gap that separated the public from the stage, in this gap there were many security guards.
At some point the security guard in front me got distracted, I took advantage of that, ran, jumped on the stage, went towards John Schlitt who was singing and embraced him, he then put the microphone in my mouth and I could sing along with him.
But that lasted maybe a few seconds before the security guards got ahold of me and kicked me off the stage.
For me, it was a dream come true, one of the most memorable events of my life.
Oh, and yes, my friend took a picture of my encounter with John Schlitt. 🤍☀️🇧🇷
2022…beyond belief! Happy 50th Petra
Oh my gosh YES !!...❤❤❤ HALLELUJAH !!! My Brothers in The Kingdom !!
All I hear is Rush ❤❤❤❤ absolutely Fantastic voices 👏.... incredible ❤️ #Petra
More than a song, these lyrics have been real life truths for me in the mission field.
Fantástico! Bravo! John Schllit is a great human being behind the great singer! Great Tribute!
Love seeing you so happy Dan….you all were so wonderful. God bless you all….love from America
I have NO idea why RUclips suddenly fed me you singing Amazing Grace but am grateful and to also now be seeing this, too. It’s crazy fun as I grew up on this music. 😊 Also enjoyed your Mulan cover. 🙏🏼💕
I cried when I saw Petra, these guys were my childhood! I love them!
Hi Dan I always come back to this song as it’s my favourite. I grew up listening to them in Australia…..and you TOTALLY blew me away!!
I'm a new fan of this song and never heard of them in Australia I missed a great band by the sounds of it
@@Clayton76 yeah but you can listen to all of their albums now. They are even touring :) Dan has only done the one of theirs so far, hoping he’ll do more.
Love that you did a cover with Petra man
Petra is an old favorite! Evidently they've still got it, and what a great introduction to Dan Vasc. What a blast this recording session must have been!
Dan's voice sounds sort of like a cross between Schlitt and the prior lead singer for Petra, Greg X Volz
I hear lots of Geoff Tate influence (which is a good thing)
I mean, to be fair, Greg and John do sound rather similar.
Agree 100% Dan has a lot of midrange warmth, similar to Greg, at times.
Good point Peter. I agree.
@@HollyRoxxMusic Nice. Learn something new everyday. Thanks for sharing.
Dan, you are beyond belief!!! Another great one!!!
Wow what an amazing new and fresh loving evergreen famous beyond belief
One of my favorite songs, done awesomely, AND with John Schlitt & John Lawry ?!?!? AWESOME!!!
I never tire of listening to this. There is so much joy in their singing. I realize this video was made almost 3 years ago, but it is new to me….and I’m loving it!!
Dan voice is unbelievable🤩. Very energetic and lively. Warm regard from Nagaland India.
Love love love petra.
We need more Christian 80s rock covers on RUclips.
Considering that both Johns are 70 years old, and this sounds AMAZING, just makes it that much more AMAZING. This was an e p i c cover on you guys' part!
Have no idea how I missed this band in the 80s. Awesome sound and lyrics go right to the soul.
I grew up listening to Petra and they're still one of my favorites. I just discovered Dan's music this week and never expected this collaboration. Made my week!
wow....this really takes me back. Petra was a huge favorite of mine growing up. The only way my mother would let me and my brother listen to 'rock and roll'. Great job on this cover!
Been a Petra fan for 30 years and rarely ever hear a great cover like this. Awesome job. Found this video on my home page and subbed. The Beyond Belief album is still 1 of my favs. So cool to hear this.
Bro! As a HUGE Petra fan since 1988, please, let me thank you from the bottom of my heart! Please keep doing Petra songs. I'm constantly singing them myself, and i feel sometimes like I'm the only one who still loves them. Thank you so much for this, and my best to the Johns.
You're not the only one, brother. You can count me on! I've always been a huge fan, and coming across treasures like this on the net is whats makes me wish I could go back to the 80's. God bless you all.
Oh, amazing. I have no words🥰🤩😀 There´s a higher place to go...💓
Highest compliments from a 55 year old Petra fan from looong ago. Your voice is perfectly suited for this song. I am happy that Petra is being appreciated again.