Come on ...let's celebrate our faith that god will eternally punish everyone who doesn't think like we do! The concept is so pathetically depressing that i guess you could use some humor... the funny thing is, there is no humor in the bible. I guess Christianity has evolved...
Wow, I forgot how amazing Taylor's lyrics were, what a genius. I used to stay up late at the folks' house to watch these vids on TBN's video countdown with Paul Crouch Jr. this was the golden era of CCM, it has not been surpassed.
Dave Thrush will be doing a LIVE interview on Ethan Tudor W's "The Neverhood Show" at Blog Talk Radio, Monday Oct. 25th at 10am (PST). Dave will be on to talk about his days touring with Christian Superstar "Steve Taylor", and will be taking LIVE call in questions from the fans. It's at The Neverhood Show, at Blog Talk Radio Dot Com, The LIVE call in number is 1-347-324-3691. Dave Thrush was the Sax Player with "Steve Taylor & Some Band" for MOST of Steve's touring career.
Know where did this hit on the Charts? i heard this did hit the non-Christian Charts and was played on MTV back in the 80's im not sure if this is true or not...But where was Steve Taylors big songs on the charts back then?
You have to consider the times; this clown was brilliant, this song just happens to be about "judgment day" in particularly for the rich, the powerful, and famous. he's pointing out that no matter how powerful, rich, or famous you may be there is a judgment a coming, and all your money power and influence won't be able to help you then because God is no respecter of persons
As believers the Word says we are adopted children of the God..so one should feel humble I guess...but at peace with a knowledge that many do not want, or ever find.
I have no idea who that blond guitarist is/was. I have no memory of him being in Taylor's backing group, "Some Band". Was he just an actor hired for the video?
HIs name is Kerry Conner. Up until just recently he was the Worship Pastor at Crossroads Church of Denver. He is now the Worship Pastor at Lookout Mountain Community Church. The keyboard player is Jim Waddell.
I stumbled across part of a Facts of Life episode featuring Blair working as a reporter (maybe as an intern). I wonder if the writers of that episode saw this video.
Arrgh, am I that old? I was 12 when this album came out. I had to have a friend dub it because my ultra religious parents would not let me listen to it because it was too edgy, even though it was labled "christian".
I heard this song on the Calvary Radio network (Calvary Chapel) Saturday...on the KIDS block (apparently they've been mixing 80's Christian music in with the usual kids playlists. I've also heard "Crack the Sky" by Mylon and Broken Heart, as well as "Child's Love (?)" by Bryan Duncan and a couple of mid-1980s Phil Driscoll)
Did he get into any legal trouble by using The Madame Tussaud's name? Their museum locations are everywhere now, and I'm pretty sure their sprinkler systems are more than adequate!
This is a metaphor. He's not literally saying that Madame Tussaud's would have a meltdown! (And besides ... the sprinklers would only come on if there was a fire).
THis song is my favorite Steve Taylor song. I am playing his old tapes .I lost the Meltdown one , and Meltdown song is on another tape and you tube has this video.I might still own this video on VHS.
This was probably the first Christian music video I ever saw and it ruined me. The bar was set and rarely if ever even matched. I've been a big fan since I first heard "I want to be a clone", and have marveled at his creativity and especially his gift of hitting you right between the eyes with the truth while making you thankful that he did. He was able to say things that no one else could or would, but that desperately needed said. What a gift and WHAT CREATIVE TALENT.
He shot this in Denver (where he is from) with Lisa Welchel. That same weekend he and Lisa did a youth event at my church. Love this and all Steve Taylor songs! Deep meaning in his songs.
i agee here all u people who say its horrible even for 80s u have no taste in good music! steve taylor is a freakin genious! this is actually my fav song out of all his songs!
Steve actually dated her for awhile, before he met Debbie. It took me awhile to like Steve. I recognized both his literate style and an ability to write strong melodies on occasion, but never liked the forced New-wave style. Chagall Guevara took care of that.
After all this time, I just now thought to look for this. I was THERE! He shot this in Thousand Oaks soon after the release of the album. He asked for a crowd of about 15-23 to come to the stage, and they shot the crowd portions. We got all excited that you could see the back of the head of a kid from our church. We were easy to impress...
I saw Steve Taylor live in concert for the "Meltdown" tour. The theatre was packed, and one of the funnest shows ever. He was a youth pastor in his church for 5 years before getting into the music thing, and I highly respect him. I especially like his "no holds barred" approach in his song lyrics, and the Meltdown album is probably my favorite Christian album ever.
Do you think he looks goofy because of his completely 80's outfit? I think most of those things we wore back then are pretty goofy... But I love this song! I had a band back then (The New Men) and we played this song...fantastic.
Steve Taylor had some of the most brilliant lyrics I have ever heard and I'm still a huge fan to this day. Unfortunately, and I say this with the utmost respect for his talent and service to the Lord, but he has to be the dorkiest musician of all time. Sorry Steve!!
this is the first time i saw this video, thanks for posting- i've the wax (ie. vinyl) copy of the album MELTDOWN
crutchead 5 months ago
Wow! Haven't even thought of this song in 20 years!
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Come on ...let's celebrate our faith that god will eternally punish everyone who doesn't think like we do! The concept is so pathetically depressing that i guess you could use some humor... the funny thing is, there is no humor in the bible. I guess Christianity has evolved...
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Wow, I forgot how amazing Taylor's lyrics were, what a genius. I used to stay up late at the folks' house to watch these vids on TBN's video countdown with Paul Crouch Jr. this was the golden era of CCM, it has not been surpassed.
modspell 1 year ago 3
@simfaithguitar they are back lol
Lotsoffun111 1 year ago
OMG it's Blair :)
spededpat 1 year ago
Dave Thrush will be doing a LIVE interview on Ethan Tudor W's "The Neverhood Show" at Blog Talk Radio, Monday Oct. 25th at 10am (PST). Dave will be on to talk about his days touring with Christian Superstar "Steve Taylor", and will be taking LIVE call in questions from the fans. It's at The Neverhood Show, at Blog Talk Radio Dot Com, The LIVE call in number is 1-347-324-3691. Dave Thrush was the Sax Player with "Steve Taylor & Some Band" for MOST of Steve's touring career.
panasker 1 year ago
Genius songwriter. Wish there were more like him today.
rampartpress 1 year ago 2
Know where did this hit on the Charts? i heard this did hit the non-Christian Charts and was played on MTV back in the 80's im not sure if this is true or not...But where was Steve Taylors big songs on the charts back then?
Lotsoffun111 1 year ago
Brings back such great memories of being truly "on fire" for the Lord(excuse the pun). Thanks for putting this on here.
Hoss5b2 1 year ago
I absolutely love this - thanks for sharing - i saw Steve back in the 80's. Priceless.
prais3him 2 years ago 2
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You know, I thought I remembered the 80's pretty well, but I have NO idea who this clown is.
bnther36 2 years ago
You have to consider the times; this clown was brilliant, this song just happens to be about "judgment day" in particularly for the rich, the powerful, and famous. he's pointing out that no matter how powerful, rich, or famous you may be there is a judgment a coming, and all your money power and influence won't be able to help you then because God is no respecter of persons
runotit 2 years ago 14
Doesn't take long reading comments to understand why the Word is a mystery to the world.
JammerMan723 2 years ago 2
You must think very highly of yourself
davidc7523 2 years ago
As believers the Word says we are adopted children of the God..so one should feel humble I guess...but at peace with a knowledge that many do not want, or ever find.
JammerMan723 2 years ago
I have no idea who that blond guitarist is/was. I have no memory of him being in Taylor's backing group, "Some Band". Was he just an actor hired for the video?
saipanrick 2 years ago
HIs name is Kerry Conner. Up until just recently he was the Worship Pastor at Crossroads Church of Denver. He is now the Worship Pastor at Lookout Mountain Community Church. The keyboard player is Jim Waddell.
bkharder 2 years ago
Actually this songs rocks !
Only Steve Taylor could turn burning in Hell into a party.
The song and video is intended as a warning, burning in Hell really is not all that much fun.
empathyunmundane 2 years ago
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I wish this idiot had melted down. Horrible!
machinator1971 2 years ago
I stumbled across part of a Facts of Life episode featuring Blair working as a reporter (maybe as an intern). I wonder if the writers of that episode saw this video.
ChristianKidsShowFan 2 years ago 2
Kinda funny. Good song
KITtheone 2 years ago
good, bad, there they go, down the same drain... lol :-D
CougarInteractive 2 years ago
I hear it also flavord.
He is good christian musician.Completely different from the rest.I have seen 3 times in concert. I can also do a good mimic of his song lifeboat.
avis61002 2 years ago
You can soooo totally listen to Steve Taylor now, and it really doesn't sound 80's.
jrusso7660 2 years ago
Does anyone else hear Madadam Tussaud's" ? I can't get away from an extra syllable there.
FlavorD 3 years ago
Nope
jrusso7660 2 years ago
My mom played this as a kid and I never really got it but when I listen to it now I see the message. :D
PhoenixAngel429 3 years ago
This was one song that my mom always played too, and now I get it!
lol :)
pointedgrace 3 years ago
pointedgrace,
Arrgh, am I that old? I was 12 when this album came out. I had to have a friend dub it because my ultra religious parents would not let me listen to it because it was too edgy, even though it was labled "christian".
jrusso7660 2 years ago
I heard this song on the Calvary Radio network (Calvary Chapel) Saturday...on the KIDS block (apparently they've been mixing 80's Christian music in with the usual kids playlists. I've also heard "Crack the Sky" by Mylon and Broken Heart, as well as "Child's Love (?)" by Bryan Duncan and a couple of mid-1980s Phil Driscoll)
Market42Fan 3 years ago
Did he get into any legal trouble by using The Madame Tussaud's name? Their museum locations are everywhere now, and I'm pretty sure their sprinkler systems are more than adequate!
Cerblu 3 years ago
This is a metaphor. He's not literally saying that Madame Tussaud's would have a meltdown! (And besides ... the sprinklers would only come on if there was a fire).
TheresaXXX 3 years ago 2
THis song is my favorite Steve Taylor song. I am playing his old tapes .I lost the Meltdown one , and Meltdown song is on another tape and you tube has this video.I might still own this video on VHS.
mefabinski 3 years ago
When I heard that dude in Germany ripped the head off Hitler at that new wax museum, this song immediately came to rememberance.
trentholt 3 years ago
i love this song!!!
mario7mk 3 years ago 2
OMG, it's Blair Warner as a newscaster, LOL! ;-)
GhostHostAnth 3 years ago
He speaks the TRUTH in Love, but with tongue placed firmly in his cheek.
DJGShow 3 years ago 2
This was probably the first Christian music video I ever saw and it ruined me. The bar was set and rarely if ever even matched. I've been a big fan since I first heard "I want to be a clone", and have marveled at his creativity and especially his gift of hitting you right between the eyes with the truth while making you thankful that he did. He was able to say things that no one else could or would, but that desperately needed said. What a gift and WHAT CREATIVE TALENT.
DJGShow 3 years ago 3
And the message is:
- Your body will die. It will disappear like melted wax, and there will be nothing left but your soul.
Fame, wealth, power...it's all ephemeral. Here today and gone tomorrow.
TeensAreNotChildren 4 years ago 3
I think you just insulted me, hopefully I can detect a 2x4
TheChosenofNorris 3 years ago
He shot this in Denver (where he is from) with Lisa Welchel. That same weekend he and Lisa did a youth event at my church. Love this and all Steve Taylor songs! Deep meaning in his songs.
stryperken 4 years ago 3
i agee here all u people who say its horrible even for 80s u have no taste in good music! steve taylor is a freakin genious! this is actually my fav song out of all his songs!
soapgirl23 4 years ago 3
steve Camp is awsome too ! Like Fire and Ice by Steve Camp!
horsegirlgc 4 years ago
As hot as halipanose! LOL!
horsegirlgc 4 years ago
as hot as halipanios! LOL!
horsegirlgc 4 years ago
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This isn't even good 80's
bobbleheadevan 4 years ago
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This is horrible
bobbleheadevan 4 years ago
I had forgotten just how genius this guy was! Incredible, and waaaay ahead of his time. We miss you, Steve!
justtim 4 years ago
I still love steve's music. He was way ahead of his time and an absolute genius.
That and he has the sublty of an a-bomd.
thomasLmack 4 years ago
Steve actually dated her for awhile, before he met Debbie. It took me awhile to like Steve. I recognized both his literate style and an ability to write strong melodies on occasion, but never liked the forced New-wave style. Chagall Guevara took care of that.
shawnuel 4 years ago
this is so awesome!!! does anyone have the video of he and sheila walsh doing 'not gonna fall away' from the limelight release?
IconsPen 4 years ago
Is there anybody around the Christian music scene that's anywhere near as awesome as Steve?
daverdci 4 years ago 2
not sure there is such a person...
carrnasaur7 4 years ago
Somebody was on a sugar high.
WVECSpirit 4 years ago
Steve is so awesome. But, does anyone else think he looks like Peter Weller?
4darin5 4 years ago
Great video. I've enjoyed his music since the mid '80's.
vamnews 4 years ago
steve is so brilliant.
heartbreakcook 4 years ago
After all this time, I just now thought to look for this. I was THERE! He shot this in Thousand Oaks soon after the release of the album. He asked for a crowd of about 15-23 to come to the stage, and they shot the crowd portions. We got all excited that you could see the back of the head of a kid from our church. We were easy to impress...
FlavorD 4 years ago
lol
4darin5 4 years ago
"...The Queen is losing face". LOL!
WVECSpirit 4 years ago
This video was a classic from my childhood! It is great seeing it once again. I forgot how wacky it is.
rickistix 4 years ago
I saw Steve Taylor live in concert for the "Meltdown" tour. The theatre was packed, and one of the funnest shows ever. He was a youth pastor in his church for 5 years before getting into the music thing, and I highly respect him. I especially like his "no holds barred" approach in his song lyrics, and the Meltdown album is probably my favorite Christian album ever.
He rocks for the Rock !!
thecrooner4jc 4 years ago
I think Steve was trying to look dorky. I don't remember when that wouldn't have looked dorky!
mayartay 4 years ago
Do you think he looks goofy because of his completely 80's outfit? I think most of those things we wore back then are pretty goofy... But I love this song! I had a band back then (The New Men) and we played this song...fantastic.
rayh007 5 years ago
Great Vid! Haven't seen it for years! Anyone recognize Lisa Whelchel as the news anchor (AKA Blair from 'Facts of Life')?
rangermarc 5 years ago
I remembered reading she was in the video on Wikipedia, but wasn't sure where.
I also remembered reading somewhere that Taylor wrote the song "Good Girl" for Whelchel's album that came out later that year ('84). Is that correct?
WVECSpirit 4 years ago
gotta love Steve Taylor and Some Band! This video was shot in Denver.
stryperken 5 years ago
LOL, love the keyboard player. what a hoot!
hraith 5 years ago
Steve Taylor had some of the most brilliant lyrics I have ever heard and I'm still a huge fan to this day. Unfortunately, and I say this with the utmost respect for his talent and service to the Lord, but he has to be the dorkiest musician of all time. Sorry Steve!!
crispycrunchy 5 years ago
So very 80's and so very fun!
kamenstien 5 years ago
I wonder what was on his mind when he wrote this song?
Boom12 5 years ago
The song makes alot more sense now.
Deanyd 5 years ago