1) Randy Burgess (bass) Mark Holden (saxophone, vocals) David Forbes (lead vocals) Andrew Johns (keyboards) Randy Gould (guitar) Randall Stoll (drums) Tom Christianson (bass; replaced Burgess)
Holden had been working in a recording studio in Frankfurt, Germany and an offer to open a new, multi-million dollar recording studio in Calgary gave him reason to return to Canada. While working there, he and Gould formed BLVD with American violinist/vocalist David Forbes (who had recorded a beer jingle which Holden engineered). They recorded continuously and released several singles on CBS Germany, one which charted, but it wasn't practical to tour there or get a reciprocal deal in North America. When the studio finally closed in 1985, the band relocated to Vancouver. John Alexander at MCA Records expressed interest at the time and encouraged them to keep improving their demos and helped cultivate the act. They soon signed on with Rock Headquarters Management (Bruce Allen, Lou Blair, Cliff Jones) and a record deal was secured with MCA in 1987 When producer Pierre Bazinet (Luba, Sass Jordan) was brought in to record the debut album, the group had no 'sound'; they hadn't even performed together as a band or road tested any of the songs. The record was mixed by Mike Fraser, Bob Rock and Humberto Gatica. In 1988 MCA released the band's eponymous debut and their first single, "In The Twilight" followed as did three other singles. BLVD headed out on the road opening first for Glass Tiger and then with Boston. As crowds began to warm to the band, especially in Quebec City and Windsor, the album had sold 45,000 copies. By writing while on the road, they were able to return to the studio with John Punter (Roxy Music, Spoons) and lay down the 'live' feeling 'In The Streets. The album was released in 1990 under the full-blown Boulevard name because the band had been getting complaints that they didn't understand the abbreviation. In 1990 Randall Stoll quit the band, but the group disbanded shortly after the release of the "Crazy Life" single.
2) A small band from New Zealand.
3) Boulevard was a Finnish band that represented Finland at the 1988 Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Naurevat silmät muistetaan" (Laughing Eyes Will Be Remembered).
4) Boulevard was a Danish band consisting of Dennis & Poul Dehnhardt and Lennart Johannessen. They participated in the danish Melodi Grand Prix 1984 with the song Liverpool. They didn't win so they didn't represent Denmark at the 1984 Eurovision Song Contest.
5) Boulevard was a Swedish hard rock/ AOR band from Gothenburg. Guitars -Dick Börtner , Guitars - Lennart Widegren, Bass - Mikael Magnusson, Drums - Morgan Pettersson, Vocals - Roy El Hoshy.
Far From Over
Boulevard Lyrics
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Promises that we made
The way that it used to be
It's far from reality
The way that it used to feel
Knowing it was so real
Never could be replaced
Fire in our eyes
Desire fills our minds
Burning in our hearts
It's far from over
Fire in our eyes
Feelings just can't hide
The fire from our hearts
It's far from over
Remember the silent smiles
Feelings deep inside
Remember the runnin' wild
It's far from reality
Hopeful and lonely times
Together we realized
We were two of a kind
It's far from reality
Fire in our eyes
Desire fills our minds
Burning in our hearts
It's far from over
Fire in our eyes
Feelings just can't hide
The fire from our hearts
It's far from over
(Repeat)
Far from over
So far from over
Far from over
It's far from over
Fire in our eyes
Desire fills our mind
Burning in our hearts
It's far from over
Fire in our eyes
Feelings just can hide
The lyrics to Boulevard's song "Far From Over" reminisce about the past and the promises made that now seem far from reality. The lyrics start by thinking about the days and promises made, but it's clear that they are in the past and can never be replaced. There is a sense of nostalgia and longing for how things used to be and the way it used to feel when it was so real. However, now it's far from reality.
The chorus emphasizes the passion and desire that existed between two people, which is still alive in their hearts despite the distance between them. It's clear that they both had fire in their eyes and their hearts and feelings which they can't hide. Although they are apart, it's far from over between them.
The verses describe the relationship they once had, ranging from the silent smiles and feelings deep inside to the hopeful and lonely times they shared. Despite it all, they realized that they were two of a kind, and their love was beautiful. However, that love now seems far from reality, but the passion felt by both of them is still burning; they believe it's far from over.
Line by Line Meaning
Thinkin about the days
Reflecting on past memories
Promises that we made
Recalling commitments we vowed to keep
The way that it used to be
Longing for a time that has passed
It's far from reality
Acknowledging that the past is gone
The way that it used to feel
Reminiscing on past emotions
Knowing it was so real
Feeling the authenticity of past experiences
Never could be replaced
Understanding that the past cannot be duplicated
It's far from reality
Realizing that the past is unattainable in the present
Fire in our eyes
Passion and conviction burning intense
Desire fills our minds
Strong yearning and longing present
Burning in our hearts
Intense emotions and feelings present
It's far from over
Despite past events, there is still much to come
Feelings just can't hide
Emotions are hard to suppress
Remember the silent smiles
Reflecting on how emotions were expressed
Feelings deep inside
Strong emotions not easily contained
Remember the runnin' wild
Recalling the feeling of freedom and exhilaration
Hopeful and lonely times
Acknowledging rollercoaster of emotions experienced together
Together we realized
Realizing that milestones are more significant when shared with someone else
We were two of a kind
Understanding that our shared experiences made us both unique and connected
Far from over
Past events do not dictate what is yet to come
So far from over
A continuation of the message of hope
It's far from over
The belief that the future holds potential and promise
Contributed by Jasmine M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@cmharriks
I loved the 80's. We got to enjoy such great tunes like this, and others from bands like FM, Frozen Ghost, Haywire, etc.. Thanks for sharing!
@Tony.Galanopoulos
Now that's what AOR is all about!!! Masterpiece!!!
@inmotion68
the sax on this track is phenomenal
@Pixiegirl121
This guy had a really good voice. Super pop music innocence...1988. Gorgeous location, Jericho Beach Pier in Vancouver!
@greekshark
Maybe the Canadian aor school is the best around.I love this band,this song,this video..It gives you a sense of liberty,like a sweet breeze blowing through your hair while you're drivin' your car.POSITIVE FEELINGS 100%!!!
@DonovanYaciuk
My god - I'd completely forgotten about this song!!!! This takes me back! Thanks so much for posting all this great Can Con!!!!
@AxelAxmann
went to high school with the drummer, Randall Stoll. He was a big time RUSH fan and could play damn near everyone of RUSH's songs. His brother was a helluva a bass player. they teamed up with a guy by the name of Rene and did a RUSH cover band in school. They were awesome! Randall went on to play with KD Lang, Tom Cochrane and a host of other great players and bands
@nlguy64
What a great song.You can never beat the music from the 80's.The garbage that is played now is just that GARBAGE !!!!!!!!! Now in the word can anyone call it music.
@MrF1alonso
this is really fun to listen to., i loved the 80's,
@fjislander
I remember the 80's. I have such great memories from this song.