Despite diminishing success in the United States as the decade progressed, the band remained very popular in Asia, mainly in countries like Japan, Thailand, and Singapore. FireHouse continued to release new material throughout the late 1990s and into the early 2000s, most of which has successfully charted in Japan. The band has also continued to tour internationally as of 2007, having participated twice in the annual Rock Never Stops Tour with other bands of the 1980s. FireHouse is estimated to have sold over 6 million albums worldwide since their debut.
In December 2004, FireHouse became the first major international rock band to play concert dates in northeast India.[7] The band's first Indian concert date was in Shillong, followed by two more dates in Dimapur, and Aizawl.[7] The band's first Indian date, in Shillong When the Maharaja of Tripura Kirit Pradyot Deb Burman invited them, took place in front of a sold out stadium crowd of over 40,000, setting a record for that city.[5] The band toured in 2005, 2006, and launched another tour in 2007 visiting states in the Midwest United States such as North Dakota and playing at several festivals including Rocklahoma.[8] In a March 2007 interview, when asked about the band's next album, guitarist Bill Leverty said "we plan on going into the studio this coming winter. Hopefully, we’ll be able to get all the songs together and record them for a spring/summer release."[2] Regarding the future of the band, C.J. Snare commented that "this has been an incredible, incredible career. To do something that you love, to be an artist, to be an entertainer and to actually go out there and have fans all over the world and be able to make a living at it. As long as that's perpetuated, I don’t see any reason to ever stop."[5]
Band members
Originally composed of vocalist C.J. Snare, guitarist Bill Leverty, drummer Michael Foster, and bassist Perry Richardson, the band has maintained all of its original members with the exception of Richardson, who departed in 2000 due to conflict. Richardson was initially replaced by Bruce Waibel, but Waibel left in 2003 to spend more time with his family. Dario Seixas was brought on board to play bass on the band's 2003 album Prime Time, but he parted ways with the band shortly after the album was released. Current bassist Allen McKenzie was given the position in 2004.[3]
Guitarist Bill Leverty and C.J. Snare have both pursued solo careers, but neither have let their solo projects interfere with the band's studio and touring efforts. Leverty has released two solo albums; Wanderlust in 2004 and Southern Exposure in 2007, and when asked if he would ever tour in support of them, he said that it would be "extremely selfish" to do so while putting the band on hold.[9] Snare has commented in several interviews that he is working on a solo album, but such an album has yet to materialize.[5] Drummer Michael Foster has participated in Leverty's solo career by playing drums on both of his albums.
Current
C.J. Snare - vocals, keyboards (1989 - present)
Bill Leverty - guitars (1989 - present)
Michael Foster - drums (1989 - present)
Allen McKenzie - bass guitar (2004 - present)
Former
Perry Richardson - bass guitar (1989 - 1999)
Bruce Waibel - bass guitar (2000 - 2003)
Dario Seixas - bass guitar (2003)
Discography
Albums
FireHouse - August 21, 1990
Hold Your Fire - June 16, 1992
3 - April 11, 1995
Good Acoustics - October 8, 1996
Category 5 - October, 1998
Bring 'Em Out Live - December, 1999
O2 - November 7, 2000
Prime Time - August 12, 2003
2) Italian progressive metal band formed in 1986, which released its only album in 1994 entitled Labyrinth. The band is now split-up.
3) Firehouse is a Danish reggae sound system that has done a couple of support songs for the now torn down Ungdomshuset in Copenhagen.
In 2008 they gained a lot of airplay because of the song Du Får Ik’ Punani featuring Lady Smita.
They have also made the songs: Fremmed, Hård som Wozniacki, Snow Dub and Grammy
www.firehouse.dk
Hold The Dream
Firehouse Lyrics
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And you feel you can't go on
In the blink of any eye, you could throw it all away
You can turn your world around
Show them all what you can do
Just believe, and trust your heart to see you through
A dream so real, you can feel it in the palm of your hand
And never look back again
[Chorus]
Hold the dream
Don't ever let it go
Hold the dream
Don't ever let it get you down
When they turn their back on you
Just do what feels right for you
You can find what you're looking for
Don't get lost along the way
Always be strong. Your heart can't be wrong
Don't give up and your dreams will come true
A dream so real
You can feel it in the palm of your hand
So hang onto tomorrow
And never look back again
[Chorus]
Hang onto tomorrow
Hold the dream
Don't ever let it go
Hold the dream
Hold the dream
[Chorus]
Hang onto tomorrow
Hold the dream
Don't ever let it go
Hold the dream
Hang onto tomorrow
Hold the dream
Don't ever let it go
Hold the dream
Hold the dream
The lyrics of Firehouse's "Hold The Dream" are about perseverance and belief in oneself. The song begins by acknowledging the difficult times we all face and how it can make us feel lonely and lost. However, it encourages listeners to not give up and instead turn their world around by showing people what they are capable of. This is emphasized by the chorus, which repeats the phrase "hold the dream," urging us to never let go of our aspirations.
The lyrics suggest that our dreams are tangible – something we can feel in the palm of our hand. They also emphasize the importance of being true to oneself and never losing sight of one's values. When people turn their backs on us, the song advises us to do what feels right for us and not get lost along the way. The message is to always be strong and trust that our hearts cannot be wrong. If we don't give up our dreams, they will come true.
Overall, "Hold The Dream" is a motivational song that inspires listeners to have faith in themselves and their dreams. It teaches that perseverance and staying true to oneself are key to achieving one's goals.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're lost and lonely
When you feel like you have no direction, no one to turn to, and nothing to hold onto
And you feel you can't go on
When you're at the end of your rope and you feel like giving up
In the blink of any eye, you could throw it all away
It only takes a moment of weakness or doubt to abandon everything you've worked for
You can turn your world around
You have the power to change your situation and make your life better
Show them all what you can do
Demonstrate your ability to overcome adversity and accomplish your goals
Just believe, and trust your heart to see you through
Have faith in yourself and rely on your intuition to guide you towards success
A dream so real, you can feel it in the palm of your hand
Your aspirations are within your reach and you can almost taste the fulfillment of your desires
So hang onto tomorrow
Stay focused on the future and don't be consumed by the present
And never look back again
Don't dwell on past mistakes or let them dictate your future decisions
Hold the dream
Don't let go of your aspirations and ambitions
Don't ever let it get you down
Don't let negativity or criticism discourage you from pursuing your dreams
When they turn their back on you
When others abandon you or don't believe in you
Just do what feels right for you
Follow your instincts and do what makes you happy and fulfilled
You can find what you're looking for
You will eventually discover the thing that makes your life meaningful and worthwhile
Don't get lost along the way
Don't let distractions or setbacks lead you astray from your path to success
Always be strong. Your heart can't be wrong
Have inner strength and conviction, because your heart will never lead you in the wrong direction
Don't give up and your dreams will come true
Keep persevering and pushing forward, and eventually you will achieve the things you desire
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LEVERTY, SNARE
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