Matthew is so incredibly talented! Grew up listening to him & his sisters in the 70's! My mom had their first record & when I got older, HS age my sister & I REALLY got into them. They are still one of my top favorite Christian artists along with Chuck Girard/Love Song/ Keith Green/ Andre Crouch/ Barry McGuire! Thanks for posting- I somehow found this last nite❤
Criminally underrarted....Seriously, Matthew can sing WAY better than his secular contemporaries. Imagine Journey with this voice....I'm glad he's on the Lord's side!
I remember my first times listening to Brother Keith Green’s music ministry and Second Chapter of Acts… Matthew Ward. Praise God and my Lord Jesus for my salvation through his death and Resurrection and via this music. I rocked for Jesus! 🥰🥰👍👍❤️❤️✝️🎶
This is from a 1983 concert involving 2nd Chapter and Michael and Stormie Omartian, and it was released as a double album...on which of course the audio IS better. It's worth hunting for... Incidentally Matthew is still active in Christian music, singing in concert occasionally. And his voice is still tops.
I’ve always loved Matthew and his sisters in 2nd Chapter of Acts, and all of Matthew’s solo work. They were all instrumental in a changed life, being born again. Thanks for sharing!
Matthew was one third of the CCM sibling group Second Chapter of Acts in the 70s and 80s. You would not likely know of him unless you were into Christian music, as he almost never performed or recorded anything else. A notable exception, from the same year (1983) as this video, is a duet with Donna Summer called Love Has A Mind Of Its Own. Look that up, it's worth a listen. Matthew is still active in Christian music, singing in concert occasionally. 2nd Chapter split up in 1988.
When I first heard him on the radio in the early 80s, it caused me to pause. He indeed is a vocalist extraordinaire with a rare vocal tone. Unfortunately, most have never heard of him, unless they heard his duet with Donna Summer on “Love has a Mind of its Own”. Based on his career, I’d say he wasn’t big into seeking fame, but what a voice still and all.
@@maninthewilderness3208 I'm glad he didn't seek fame because most of them are bought off. I used to listen to 2nd Chapter of Acts in my youth after a good friend introduced me to them. I keep coming back to the music that was the best.
No doubt Matthew Ward has an amazing God given voice. He also did a great duet with Donna Summer called "Love Has A Mind Of It's Own". He still sounds great today. He's featured in a lot of background vocals for a lot of well known folks. He also has many other solo albums that are truly powerful.
I interviewed Matthew for my radio show last year, where he spoke about the fun himself, Donna, & her Sisters had during the recording of the She Works Hard for the Money album. He was such a funny chap. The interview is on UA-cam. X
Thank you for posting this! Matthew lives about 45mins from me and I got to see him and chat before the show in 2015, been a huge fan since the mid 1970s. Again, thanks.. if you have more live footage, please post as Matthew Ward is the Bomb!!
Matthew was a fan of Stevie Wonder and emulated elements of his style vocally. (IMO it's one of those occasions where the sequel is better than the original movie...)
@@treyshaver5752 I've seen him 2 times solo and once with his sisters, but that was back in the 80s. The vocal resonance coming through the speakers was amazing.
@@maninthewilderness3208 I saw him in 2015 here in Colorado where he lives... still sounds the same.. he has been doing some touring with two younger girls doing some 2nd Chapter material.. suprisingly good...but what isnt when Matthew is singing!
It's out of print and when I attempted to post the entire show I was asked to remove it by the publisher. I found it on eBay on Betamax and had it converted to digital.
@@67GTO64Catalina It is called "Together Live" 2nd Chapter of Acts & Michael and Stormie Omartian. If you see one in the wild on VHS or Beta you might want to jump on it. There was a double album released in conjunction with the video release at the time.
I just duped my two record set venal to MP3. I would love the Video as well, why would the publisher say to take it down if its out of print and we can't obtain it? seems perplexing, I will look on ebay Glad ti know there is a Video, I thought there was, We love Michael and Stormie and can't find anything of them and their duet video online, and always loved 2nd chapter of acts back in the 70's 80's too!
Matthew is so incredibly talented! Grew up listening to him & his sisters in the 70's! My mom had their first record & when I got older, HS age my sister & I REALLY got into them. They are still one of my top favorite Christian artists along with Chuck Girard/Love Song/ Keith Green/ Andre Crouch/ Barry McGuire! Thanks for posting- I somehow found this last nite❤
My FAVORITE Christian singer!!!
I wish there was high quality recordings of Matthew, he has such a great voice!
His 1979 album Toward Eternity includes this song
I know Matthew Ward from Fire By Nite 1986 Rock n Roll never die always will be ALIVE
His second solo album is magical.
This is 1,000x better than his album version. His voice is crazy incredible.
I prefer the album album personally, but that might be because I've listened to it 1000 times lol
I remember when this was released. Good memories.
Criminally underrarted....Seriously, Matthew can sing WAY better than his secular contemporaries. Imagine Journey with this voice....I'm glad he's on the Lord's side!
Steve had an incredible voice all his own.
@@RS54321 oh definitely and also Robert Fleishman before Steve - but Matthew Ward may be my favorite all-time singer :)
So much talent and yet he always left it for God & never did any worlly songs like almost everyone does😢
Amen!!!
Most amazing voice EVER!!
Dear God this man a beast.
That voice is Amazing.
I remember my first times listening to Brother Keith Green’s music ministry and Second Chapter of Acts… Matthew Ward. Praise God and my Lord Jesus for my salvation through his death and Resurrection and via this music. I rocked for Jesus! 🥰🥰👍👍❤️❤️✝️🎶
He’s so gifted with that voice! Thank you for posting!
Wow, I wish the audio was better. His runs are amazing!!! Incredible tenor voice, flawless and seemingly effortless singing.
This is from a 1983 concert involving 2nd Chapter and Michael and Stormie Omartian, and it was released as a double album...on which of course the audio IS better. It's worth hunting for...
Incidentally Matthew is still active in Christian music, singing in concert occasionally. And his voice is still tops.
@@stevetournay6103 Good to know-thanks for the info!
I’ve always loved Matthew and his sisters in 2nd Chapter of Acts, and all of Matthew’s solo work. They were all instrumental in a changed life, being born again. Thanks for sharing!
He has very amazing voice. I can't believe I've never heard of him.
Matthew was one third of the CCM sibling group Second Chapter of Acts in the 70s and 80s. You would not likely know of him unless you were into Christian music, as he almost never performed or recorded anything else. A notable exception, from the same year (1983) as this video, is a duet with Donna Summer called Love Has A Mind Of Its Own. Look that up, it's worth a listen. Matthew is still active in Christian music, singing in concert occasionally. 2nd Chapter split up in 1988.
What in the world did I just hear? I can’t believe this is the first time I’ve heard of this dude.
When I first heard him on the radio in the early 80s, it caused me to pause. He indeed is a vocalist extraordinaire with a rare vocal tone. Unfortunately, most have never heard of him, unless they heard his duet with Donna Summer on “Love has a Mind of its Own”. Based on his career, I’d say he wasn’t big into seeking fame, but what a voice still and all.
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@@maninthewilderness3208 I'm glad he didn't seek fame because most of them are bought off.
I used to listen to 2nd Chapter of Acts in my youth after a good friend introduced me to them.
I keep coming back to the music that was the best.
He's my uncle :)
@@forcedcommando whaaaaaat
This guy is amazing 🙌🙌
Thanks for sharing! Love this singer!
From the Matthew Ward Toward Eternity album.
This dude is all of that!
Right on. This is really special. Thanks
His FALSETTO was so unexpected and wow
@Lothar Lustig Go away!!
Hes singing in Spirit and in truth
😮😮😮 WOW
Amazing!!!! Thanks for sharing this!
No doubt Matthew Ward has an amazing God given voice. He also did a great duet with Donna Summer called "Love Has A Mind Of It's Own". He still sounds great today. He's featured in a lot of background vocals for a lot of well known folks. He also has many other solo albums that are truly powerful.
I interviewed Matthew for my radio show last year, where he spoke about the fun himself, Donna, & her Sisters had during the recording of the She Works Hard for the Money album. He was such a funny chap. The interview is on UA-cam. X
Wonderful voice brother.
Thank you for posting this! Matthew lives about 45mins from me and I got to see him and chat before the show in 2015, been a huge fan since the mid 1970s. Again, thanks.. if you have more live footage, please post as Matthew Ward is the Bomb!!
Anointed 🙏🏽❤️
he was doing the vocal runs back in the 70's before it became a norm for singers
I want to hear more songs from this concert!!!! This is INCREDIBLE!!!!!!
Message me at Treyshaver at gmail
Wow. The guy can sing!
Awesome voice.
So cute 🥰
What an incredible voice. It's almost like Steve Perry and Stevie Wonder had a child LOL
Matthew was a fan of Stevie Wonder and emulated elements of his style vocally. (IMO it's one of those occasions where the sequel is better than the original movie...)
Back in the day he was underrated even by CCM. Just didn’t fit the mold even though vocally there was no one even close.
I found it!
Do you gave the whole concert
2nd chapter of acts & michael & stormie omartian 1983 together live video
I do have it digitized from Beta. However, the publisher would not allow me to post.
Where i can find it
Can you send it to me?
@@MariaGarcia-lx8os email me at my first name last name at Gmail, k?
lol!! Those good ol cheesy 80s/90s effects
What happened to the full-length version of this video (where he was speaking more at the beginning?)
I think the real question is, who is this Rad Brad person? lol
I may have been at this concert as a kid....does anyone know if its packard music hall in warren ohio?
It was recorded at The Church On The Way in Van Nuys, California, at least the double album version says so.
@@treyshaver5752 this is a rare gem. Unfortunately, there are but a handful of videos of Matthew in his prime on youtube. His voice was electrifying.
@@maninthewilderness3208 Saw him perform just last year and his voice is still in fine form!
@@treyshaver5752 I've seen him 2 times solo and once with his sisters, but that was back in the 80s. The vocal resonance coming through the speakers was amazing.
@@maninthewilderness3208 I saw him in 2015 here in Colorado where he lives... still sounds the same.. he has been doing some touring with two younger girls doing some 2nd Chapter material.. suprisingly good...but what isnt when Matthew is singing!
Great guitarist! Who is the guitarist? Rick Azim?
peter york
@@UberVikingflower He's just a baby here - wow! But that TONE is unreal!
Wow, great band, great voice. The special effects are super distracting.
They were cutting edge at the time
Yes, the acid trip effects...haha
@Lothar Lustig We get it...you've already posted this.
Hello
where I can buy the whole concert ? , it's 60 minutes of show !
It's out of print and when I attempted to post the entire show I was asked to remove it by the publisher. I found it on eBay on Betamax and had it converted to digital.
@@treyshaver5752 What is the show called? Can we purchase DVD copies from you?
@@67GTO64Catalina It is called "Together Live" 2nd Chapter of Acts & Michael and Stormie Omartian. If you see one in the wild on VHS or Beta you might want to jump on it. There was a double album released in conjunction with the video release at the time.
Richard arins Did you take the time to look it up online? One link I found :
www.discogs.com/sell/release/1965249?ev=rb
I just duped my two record set venal to MP3. I would love the Video as well, why would the publisher say to take it down if its out of print and we can't obtain it? seems perplexing, I will look on ebay
Glad ti know there is a Video, I thought there was, We love Michael and Stormie and can't find anything of them and their duet video online, and always loved 2nd chapter of acts back in the 70's 80's too!
Early 80s?
1983
what in the world is with Matt Ward's balding pattern
he's legit got a skullet
@Lothar Lustig jesse what in the world are you even saying
@@Malkmusianful Brother is desperate for attention (see his multiple previous posts on this thread alone).