The band endured many line-up changes throughout its existence, leaving Hoare as the only original member. In July 2012, Tony Gambino announced he was stepping down as lead vocalist with Sam Ryder taking his place.
The band was formed as a concept band in 2003 by Tyler Hoare. The original line-up consisted of vocalist Hugh Charron, bassist Joel Sauvé, guitarists Robbie Hart and Hoare, drummer Frank Shooflar, and keyboardist Simon Foxx. Their first album, All Is Fair in Love and War, was released on Blood and Ink Records in 2004.
Joel Sauvé and Hugh Charron departed in 2005. Hoare switched to bass and shred-style guitarist, "Shred" Sean Maier, from Long Island, joined. The band then began to change to a more 80s glam metal sound.
In January 2007, after the addition of vocalist Tony Gambino, they signed with Century Media Records. They recorded their second studio album, Pedal to the Metal, at The Farm in Vancouver, with producer Garth Richardson and engineer Ben Kaplan. The rest of 2007 was spent touring the US.
In early 2008, after a UK tour, rhythm guitarist, Robbie Hart and keyboardist Simon Foxx, both original members, were kicked out of the band. In mid 2008 they were joined by rhythm guitarist Casey Jones and keyboardist Slater, and took part in on the first annual Scream the Prayer Tour.
"Pedal to the Metal" was released by Century Media in Europe in August 2008 and the US in September 2008. After their headlining late 2008 European tour, original drummer Frank Shooflar left to pursue his career as a record producer and songwriter, Slater then moved to drums and former Still Remains keyboardist Ben Schauland was added, under the moniker "Rex Krueger".
Keyboardist Ben "Rex Krueger" Schauland left the band in mid 2010. Sam Ryder, then a member of The Morning After, played rhythm guitar on the band's European tour while Casey Jones stayed home to be present for the birth of his first child.
On June 24, 2011, Tooth & Nail Records released a video officially welcoming Blessed by a Broken Heart to the label's roster, in which the band announced that they were recording a new album. On September 30, the band announced that a song called "Deathwish" would be released on October 17, 2011 for the cost of a tweet, and would be the first single from the new album, Feel the Power, which was at the time planned for release on January 24, 2012. A second single, "Forever", was released on December 6, 2011, with an accompanying video premiering on January 17, 2012.
In July 2012, Gambino, announced his departure and rhythm guitarist Sam Ryder was announced as new vocalist. Ryder appeared on a standalone single, "Out of Control", released July 24, 2012.
On September 7, 2013, guitarist Sean Maier announced that the band was breaking up due to repeated legal struggles with record companies and lack of support from booking agencies. The post also stated that singer Sam Ryder would continue working as the frontman for Close Your Eyes and Maier would continue to work on his new project Shred Starz. Ryder left Close Your Eyes in December 2014, and found success as a solo artist.
The band reunited to play Montebello Rock Fest on June 24, 2017. The reunion lineup was Tony Gambino (vocals), Tyler Hoare (bass), "Shred" Sean Maier (guitar), Ian "Slater" Evans (drums), and Joel "Casey" Jones (guitar).
The band released a one-off re-recording of "Another Day Another War" on September 20, 2020.
Cellar Door
Blessed By A Broken Heart Lyrics
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You're so perfect in your imperfections
And so delicate in your motion.
And I see fear in your eyes
The secret to beauty is a scalpel
And Charm's in a bottle
That can be shattered in a moment your fear will last forever
As the wind blows through your hair
My breath to the beat of your pulse
I promise these cuts won't scar
This scarlet blood won't stain your pretty white dress but
You'd look so cute in red
Slashing Razorblades and love notes can touch my heart in so many ways
Don't be scared of my bloody outfit it stains with grace
Take my hand trust my smile
Close your lips shut your eyes
And scream
So
Let my warmth rekindle your latern so you can burn through the night you'll burn so bright
The lyrics of "Cellar Door" by Blessed by a Broken Heart seem to be about a person who fantasies about causing harm to another person. The first few lines suggest that the fantasizer has thought about the scenario many times and can predict what the other person will say. The lyrics then describe the other person as perfect in their imperfections and delicate in their motion, implying that the fantasy is about someone the singer admires. However, the next lines reveal that the subject of the fantasy is fearful, and that the singer believes that beauty can be achieved through fear and violence. The lyrics use the metaphor of a scalpel and charm in a bottle to suggest that beauty can be achieved through pain and manipulation.
The lyrics then become darker as the singer describes holding onto the other person's neck tightly, suggesting violence. But the singer promises that the cuts won't scar, and the blood won't stain the other person's clothes. The final lines of the first verse suggest that the singer wants to harm the other person for the sake of seeing them in a red dress, suggesting that the violence is rooted in a sense of control or possession. The second verse continues to describe violent acts as the singer talks about slashing razor blades and love notes to touch their heart. The lyrics suggest that the singer wears a bloody outfit and that the other person should not be scared because the singer wears the bloodstains with "grace." The final lines of the song suggest that the singer wants to be close to the other person, perhaps wanting to rekindle their "lantern" so that they burn brightly.
Line by Line Meaning
I've played this scene in my head so many times that I could tell you your line.
I have imagined this scenario multiple times and could predict your response confidently.
You're so perfect in your imperfections
Your flaws complete you and make you perfect in your unique way.
And so delicate in your motion.
Your moves are graceful and gentle, like a delicate flower swaying in the breeze.
And I see fear in your eyes
I can sense your apprehension and uneasiness in your eyes.
The secret to beauty is a scalpel
Beauty can be attained through cosmetic surgery.
And Charm's in a bottle
Charisma and attractiveness can be bottled or induced through external factors.
That can be shattered in a moment your fear will last forever
The facade of beauty and magnetism can be broken in an instant, and your anxiety will persist.
As the wind blows through your hair
The gentle breeze brushing through your hair highlights your beauty.
I'll tightly grasp onto your neck,
I will hold you tightly and firmly from behind.
My breath to the beat of your pulse
I'll synchronize my breath with your heartbeat and movements.
I promise these cuts won't scar
The injuries inflicted won't leave marks or scars on your skin.
This scarlet blood won't stain your pretty white dress but
Even though the blood that oozes out is red, it won't tarnish your pretty white attire.
You'd look so cute in red
You would look incredibly attractive in a red-colored dress.
Slashing Razorblades and love notes can touch my heart in so many ways
Violent tendencies and romantic gestures can evoke deep emotions within me.
Don't be scared of my bloody outfit it stains with grace
Don't fear my clothes drenched in blood, as it only accentuates my appearance.
Take my hand trust my smile
Hold my hand and believe in my sincerity.
Close your lips shut your eyes
Close your mouth and squeeze your eyes shut.
And scream
Finally, scream out loud.
So
In conclusion,
Let my warmth rekindle your latern so you can burn through the night you'll burn so bright
May my love and affection reignite your passion, and you can shine brightly through the darkest of times.
Contributed by Eli N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MrGoldenMoose
this is the song that makes me feel young again
@xMentallyVexedx
This was before the hair metal haha. Hugh was such a good vocalist.
@LibertyLou_
🤠Dude, what ever happened to their song “Road To Hell”? I can’t find it anywhere. I used to have it on my myspace lol.
@mawkcc
I have Road to Hell on one of my external hard drives If you still care I can send it to you via skype. My skype is Mawkcc
@occulthands
@mawkcc do you still have it?