@@zippymufo9765 She should have found a better band, engaged a songwriter, or found another form of performing, like the stage. Seems a bit of a wasted talent.
She steals my heart every time.....Like a preacher on fire at a tent revival...Maria just preaching the love!! Testify sister! I think I been healed!!! Hallelujah!!!
My god...bottle that energy and you could power the planet. Her church/gospel background just *bleeds* out of her possessed performance, and that voice! Part of me wants to go back 35 years to dance with her, but I wouldn't last half a song, even then.
She is just an amazing talent . Saw her and the band open up for U2 on like 82 or 83 at The Garden she was phenomenal ❤.. also another question for your question. How does Angus young play the way he plays moving around like he does ? The answer is they Found Love in what they do 😊
Loved this band and Maria McKee back in the day. Still do. Her voice and stage presence are remarkable. If you read these posts Maria, thank you, and God bless from Canada
Any time I think I am lacking energy, all I have to do is watch this video and watch Maria kick down the door...bam, it's GO TIME!! Thanks for the infectious energy!!
Lone Justice were such a great band and to see them live on stage was strictly overwhelming... words missing... Maria is one of the greatest singers and performers of all times!!!
I remember seeing the video for Ways to Be Wicked on MV3 and I was hooked. I went to music plus and bought the album. I wanted so bad to see them live but they played clubs and saddley I was under 21. I bought Shelter and then they disappeared. This band and Maria's voice are pure raw talent. No one can hold a candle to this performance.
A moment of pure revelatory joy, as though frozen in amber. She'll never age, nor the band, and if this were the last song I ever heard, there are worse things that could happen.
I remember this vividly. I was hunkering down in the new romantic hell of the 80s wondering when those wretched synthesisers would ever just fuck off, and if there would ever be a time when it could be socially acceptable to like guitars and drums thumped by actual people. Then this little bird with huge heart and lungs came on TV and I realised there was hope.
A pop/rock gem. None better in the LJ catalog. Now if we could just get Maria to show a little... ENERGY, a little... ENTHUSIASM (just kidding: this chick's about to EXPLODE).
Such a overlooked and underrated band. Last thing me I saw them was on NBC Saturday Night Live program back in the 80’s. I miss this band. And Maria McKee.
Magical is an understatement. In the late 80’s Lone Justice were a refreshing respite from multitude of trends that came and went of that era. Maria and the band were a gem that I ran into purely bu accident, but never regretted a single moment. Her voice is so unique, it just always hits the spot whenever I listen her.
One of the best bands with great songwriting combined with one of the greatest God given voices EVER!! Patsy/Jeane Sheppard/Wanda meets Aretha/Dusty/Tina meets Loretta/Tammy/Dolly meets Linda/Emmy/Roseanne meets Patti/Chrissie/Siouxsie. There would be no Neko Case, Patty Griffin, Tift Merrit, Those Darlins or Lindi Ortega, etc. without Maria.
lone justice should have been a bigger band but sometimes I'm glad they just went midway cause any artist that totally saturates the musical landscape isn't always a good thing. lone justice is a guilty little pleasure that only certain tuned in people can really appreciate
I saw Lone Justice live in concert at the Worcester Centrum (MA) because they opened for U2 on the Joshua Tree tour...I was blow away and got this album and played it for about a year straight.
Amazing! I’m 55. Have always loved this band and Maria McKee. Can you imagine the shape she was in? To move like that and sing!!?? Lots of people are out of breath walking and talking. Awesome band, awesome voice and performance
I recall Lone Justice providing a similarly powerful performance of this track on the UK Saturday Live around that time. Host Ben Elton was almost stuck for words afterwards, a very rare thing!
this is a great band, was introduced to them my younger brother when they first hit the scene, many years ago.....but how many of us have listen to the lyrics and the meaning...not many......check out the lyrics......The beginning and end of every wish Is balanced in the center of a vision like this Maybe my emotions are inclined To surrender to the notion of a glorious kind
i hope the fire department was standing by! (think i prev. commented! , but, it doesn't matter i haven't stopped loving this performance!) GREAT maria! , GREAT band ! -it doesn't get any better than this !!
Like Little Steven said “the pain is intoxicating, if the music gets loud enough”. He may not have been referring to her, but they were buddies so maybe???
I didn't realize about this band. I've just watched Deacon Blue's 'Real Gone Kid,' realizing...I know that voice on backing vocals! I know that face! Amazing voice!!! Certainly shows me heaven!
saw them on tv years ago doing this song ,ben elton had to point out that they played live,apparently some people couldnt believe they could sound so good.
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I thank God I'm not the only one to remember Lone Justice.
Such an underated band.
These guys should have had world wide fame.
I remember them performing this song on SNL and thinking how they’d do just that. Unfortunately it didn’t happen but her voice and energy is amazing.
Audience didn't buy it. It happens.
@@zippymufo9765 They didn't have the songs.
@@ktkee7161 I agree. McKee had a great voice but none of their songs really stuck with you.
@@zippymufo9765 She should have found a better band, engaged a songwriter, or found another form of performing, like the stage. Seems a bit of a wasted talent.
She steals my heart every time.....Like a preacher on fire at a tent revival...Maria just preaching the love!! Testify sister! I think I been healed!!! Hallelujah!!!
Amen!
Nailed it
Jesus IS real love!
I remember buying this album way back when and wondering why wasn't anyone else listening? Still kicks ass!
Shelter is one of the best albums I’ve ever heard. I’ve heard a lot.
The only thing better than listening to Maria McKee is listening to and watching Maria McKee!
she's a class act michael.
she is magnificent.
Does she still perform? I imagine she's toned it down a bit...
Why? Why wasn't she a superstar? So amazing!!!!!
My god...bottle that energy and you could power the planet. Her church/gospel background just *bleeds* out of her possessed performance, and that voice! Part of me wants to go back 35 years to dance with her, but I wouldn't last half a song, even then.
How does she sing on key while moving with so much energy and emotion??? AMAZING!
She's found real love ...
She is just an amazing talent . Saw her and the band open up for U2 on like 82 or 83 at The Garden she was phenomenal ❤.. also another question for your question. How does Angus young play the way he plays moving around like he does ? The answer is they Found Love in what they do 😊
Loved this band and Maria McKee back in the day. Still do. Her voice and stage presence are remarkable. If you read these posts Maria, thank you, and God bless from Canada
Just turned 70, still have this album on cassette. Yes, they used to make cassettes. Still Rocks
I'm only 53 and have their cassettes.
Ahhhb I’m going to be 58 argh ! Have it too and vinyl …
I just turned 50, but bought this single on 12" picture disc back in the day aged around 15-16. Still got it now !
51 and found some old cassettes in the garage recently, this is one of them. Forgot how much I had liked the group....
I'm 54 and have them too!
Maria McKee and Bekka Bramlett are 2 of THE MOST underrated ROCK CHICKS that NEVER REALLY got their due yet!
*Googles Bekka Bramlett* Maria had the voice and the performing skills, which is rare.
Any time I think I am lacking energy, all I have to do is watch this video and watch Maria kick down the door...bam, it's GO TIME!! Thanks for the infectious energy!!
Did it ever occur to anyone, she may really enjoy what she does for a LIVING??????????????????????She is GREAT
Lone Justice were such a great band and to see them live on stage was strictly overwhelming... words missing... Maria is one of the greatest singers and performers of all times!!!
Gorgeous woman, great voice.
If this doesn't make you shake your ass, nothing will. Killer! Props to Shayne Fontaine on the baritone guitar. He sounds like nobody else.
Maria McKee is amazing. I never had that much energy, no matter how young I was. She's a little dynamo with a huge voice!
Got to see her live in 86 or7
Phil Weedlun Jealous!
My sentiments exactly! SO much energy like I NEVER had!
@@philweedlun3554 She surely couldn't keep that up the whole show?
Just the speed is....,😃😃...as i AM lol
She's got a full energy and a powerful voice like Little Richard... Majestic🎩 - Ghana
I mean... what can you say? Sheer exuberance. Sheer joy. Magnificent.
She makes you feel like living, doesn't she? And an eighties treasure to boot.😊
That riff. That voice. How did I not know that this band existed?
I remember seeing the video for Ways to Be Wicked on MV3 and I was hooked. I went to music plus and bought the album. I wanted so bad to see them live but they played clubs and saddley I was under 21. I bought Shelter and then they disappeared. This band and Maria's voice are pure raw talent. No one can hold a candle to this performance.
Love the passion and energy of this performance.
I remember the band doing this song and Shelter on SNL in the late 80s. Tore it up then too. It was electrifying even on the small screen in mono.
A moment of pure revelatory joy, as though frozen in amber. She'll never age, nor the band, and if this were the last song I ever heard, there are worse things that could happen.
No one had a voice or moves like Maria Mckee did....I miss them..what a band.....
I bought this single in 1987 it,s hard to belive this band diden't make it big
I love her
If I. low on energy ... I put this song on ... instant remedy! GREAT music! GREAT VOICE!
Come for the beautiful sound - stay for the beautiful sight.
That was pretty awesome. I had forgotten about them
Better days music was way better in the 80’s! Lone Justice is a beautiful souvenir from better days in my life.
I’m in love. 😍😍😍😍😍
I remember this vividly. I was hunkering down in the new romantic hell of the 80s wondering when those wretched synthesisers would ever just fuck off, and if there would ever be a time when it could be socially acceptable to like guitars and drums thumped by actual people. Then this little bird with huge heart and lungs came on TV and I realised there was hope.
Awesome performance - Great song - just heard it today for the first time, and I found Love ! ! !
If you don't believe in a higher power, you change your mind when you see and hear Maria McKee.
I agree and I am stunned and feel like I've been touched by an angel! I hope she has a long, happy healthy life.
Jesus Christ. What the hell was in her coffee? 😂 Brilliant stuff.
she cant be topped
I saw her at Wolfgang's in SF, just before their Europe tour 1985, she had this energy and was wild to see Live!!!
One HELL of a stage presence.
A pop/rock gem. None better in the LJ catalog. Now if we could just get Maria to show a little... ENERGY, a little... ENTHUSIASM (just kidding: this chick's about to EXPLODE).
Sliding into retirement still listening to this, am I wrong?
Such a overlooked and underrated band. Last thing me I saw them was on NBC Saturday Night Live program back in the 80’s. I miss this band. And Maria McKee.
Today, I recovered two vinyl records by Lone Justice. I already listened to one and can't wait to listen to the next. I missed them records!
I had forgotten just how tight this band was and what a total force of nature Maria was at that time.
I really wish that Lone Justice would reunite. They'd still sound fresh and be relevant.
Magical is an understatement. In the late 80’s Lone Justice were a refreshing respite from multitude of trends that came and went of that era. Maria and the band were a gem that I ran into purely bu accident, but never regretted a single moment. Her voice is so unique, it just always hits the spot whenever I listen her.
AWESOME
I played the hell out of this tape in between my metallica and Iron Maiden tapes back in high school. Just love her voice so much.
Best female rock performer I've ever seen. Never seen energy like it.
She's a BomB!!!!
Actually, in this performance, she reminds me somewhat of Janis Joplin. High intensity; high in volume, almost screaming at times.
Fred
One of the best bands with great songwriting combined with one of the greatest God given voices EVER!! Patsy/Jeane Sheppard/Wanda meets Aretha/Dusty/Tina meets Loretta/Tammy/Dolly meets Linda/Emmy/Roseanne meets Patti/Chrissie/Siouxsie. There would be no Neko Case, Patty Griffin, Tift Merrit, Those Darlins or Lindi Ortega, etc. without Maria.
+Skeeter NYC Maybe so, but most of us wouldn't miss Neko Case one bit... lol
Don't forget Janis
She had a growl that reminded me of Brenda Lee on some the songs on debut album, Joyful !
More talent in her little finger than 90% of artists today.
I love this performance so much. Maria got the spirit like tent revival preacher! Shane shows why fender made the bass vi. Thanks so much!
lone justice should have been a bigger band but sometimes I'm glad they just went midway cause any artist that totally saturates the musical landscape isn't always a good thing. lone justice is a guilty little pleasure that only certain tuned in people can really appreciate
Totally agree! Our special little secret!
I think Maria was too big a force to be in a band. I think it should have been Maria McKee with Lone Justice from the very beginning.
seen her on 15th of june 1987 with u2 in zenith, paris. what a voice, what an energy... I bought their album after that and listened it no end!
I saw Lone Justice live in concert at the Worcester Centrum (MA) because they opened for U2 on the Joshua Tree tour...I was blow away and got this album and played it for about a year straight.
SO soulful
Very underrated,we will never see there like again.
robert atkins Yes, really ‼
Amazing! I’m 55. Have always loved this band and Maria McKee. Can you imagine the shape she was in? To move like that and sing!!?? Lots of people are out of breath walking and talking. Awesome band, awesome voice and performance
re visitation: april 10, 1985. hampton coliseum. opening for u2, unforgettable fire tour. such a wonderful, marvelous vibe.❤❤
Classe et classieux, ils ont implosé en plein décollage. Quel gâchis ! Un des meilleurs groupes des 80s et davantage...
An ideal video to watch just before heading off to work in the morning. 😁
How can you not love this ?
I recall Lone Justice providing a similarly powerful performance of this track on the UK Saturday Live around that time. Host Ben Elton was almost stuck for words afterwards, a very rare thing!
o..m..g...this stunning beauty visually resembles one of my redletter bipolar manic days...what a presence...
who...who can rock harder? Maria McKee. Monumental .
Good vibe!!!!
this is a great band, was introduced to them my younger brother when they first hit the scene, many years ago.....but how many of us have listen to the lyrics and the meaning...not many......check out the lyrics......The beginning and end of every wish
Is balanced in the center of a vision like this
Maybe my emotions are inclined
To surrender to the notion of a glorious kind
i hope the fire department was standing by!
(think i prev. commented! , but, it doesn't matter i haven't stopped loving this performance!) GREAT maria! , GREAT band ! -it doesn't get any better than this !!
Classic! Brings back many happy memories.
Love love LOVE!!! The purest rawest talent I'll ever witness. The soundtrack of my teenage life. Miss them.
omg seriously I mean... just... LOOK AT HER!!! I found love indeed.
I just want to get up there and dance with her. Spectacular!
God damn what talent
Eine Perle des Country-Rock, leider nur zwei Alben. für mich ein Lebenselixier. Die unglaubliche Energie... .
Pretty sure this is the year I first saw them in concert. SHE IS LOUD! Which is great. She is amazing
she's described herself as 'loud' :)
Like Little Steven said “the pain is intoxicating, if the music gets loud enough”. He may not have been referring to her, but they were buddies so maybe???
Anybody who doesn't love this tune from the moment Maria opens her mouth is dead in the soul.
fuck you man with your dead in the soul
+Steve Mandl. What are you even talking about? That wasn't even a sentance.
Amazing talent-- awesome songwriting, lots of energy, great style, and what a set of pipes!
Simply amazing....a big voice for such a small gal. Love this band.
Just listened to this for the first time since it's release so good to hear it again. Still sounds great
I Found LONE JUSTICE Thank You Very Much!!!!!!!!!
I'm in love!
I didn't realize about this band. I've just watched Deacon Blue's 'Real Gone Kid,' realizing...I know that voice on backing vocals! I know that face! Amazing voice!!! Certainly shows me heaven!
maria rocks
Amazing talent.
This makes me so happy!
Oh the rapture! I love this so much.
Once in a lifetime songwriting!
Damn, the backing vocals are incredibly miked. Sweet
Not to mention Maria, of course
She is really rocking it out
here it is 2017 and no one's topped her. My opinion only
Agreed I'm hopping around my kitchen right now
Bette Smith's cover is dope
I'd like to. ;)
@@sallybeatty4150 Great song to dance to!
I topped her last week, bro.
This was the first ever track I heard thru a sony walkman, IN BIOLOGY if recall !!!!!!
Damn, I miss this band!
I wish they rerelease this VHS on blu ray, including the whole show.
She should have been cast as lead in FootLoose with moves like dat!
God Bless Maria McKee!
saw them on tv years ago doing this song ,ben elton had to point out that they played live,apparently some people couldnt believe they could sound so good.
That was an enormous performance, wish I could see it again. Ben said something like 'I wish she'd put a little more energy into it".
CLASS!
Omg she's like a young Stevie nicks fabulous voice
My favorite LJ song
Another great song lost in a sea of mediocrity rises like the phoenix from the fire - enjoy.