H.E.A.T (also known as simply Heat) is a melodic hard rock band that formed… Read Full Bio ↴H.E.A.T (also known as simply Heat) is a melodic hard rock band that formed in Sweden in the year 2007. Rising from the merger of local groups Dream and Trading Fate, the guys released their self-titled debut album in 2008. Inspired by arena rock, classic metal, and power pop bands of the 70s and 80s, the group achieved international notoriety in the 2010s after taking in retro-rocker and TV star Erik Grönwall.

In 2007, they gained energy as an opening act to Toto, and the following year they got a massive break serving as an opening act to heavy metal legends Alice Cooper and Sabaton. The band performed at the Sweden Rock Festival that year as well. Their sound earned them the Årets Nykomlingar award, given out by the Swedish radio station P4 Dist for the best new artist as voted by the listeners. In 2009, the band played at the Melodifestivalen 2009, the Swedish qualifier to the annual Eurovision Song Contest, and made it to the final round with the song "1000 Miles". The band also toured around Europe as an opening act to Edguy that year.

The 2008 release of H.e.a.t was followed up by 2010's Freedom Rock. Continuing their high-energy yet slick style, it was ranked in the "Top Ten AOR/Melodic Rock Albums of 2010" by Classic Rock Magazine. Vocalist Kenny Leckremo's departure from H.E.A.T in mid-2010 brought a major change as retro-rocker and TV star Erik Grönwall became the band's new frontman. The singer had won the program Swedish Idol in December 2009, playing material by the likes of Iron Maiden and Skid Row (a huge change from the mellow pop ballads often seen on Swedish TV).

The groups's first two albums with Grönwall on the mic, 2012's Address the Nation and 2014's Tearing Down the Walls, earned a positive fan response and international acclaim. Sleaze Roxx remarked that if "you haven’t yet heard Tearing Down The Walls yet, give yourself a... present by purchasing what is sure to be a contender for record of the year." The guys' latest release is 2017's Into the Great Unknown, their third with vocalist Erik Grönwall. The album saw the return of former guitarist Dave Dalone, who rejoined the band after the departure of Eric Rivers in 2016. Dave Ling of Classic Rock Magazine published the following quote in his review of Into the Great Unknown: "H.E.A.T. have just made the most complete album of their career. Watch their rise continue."

H.E.A.T released H.E.A.T II on 21 February 2020, returning to their heavier sound. On 30 October 2020, the band announced via their official Facebook page that original singer Kenny Leckremo has rejoined the band replacing the departing singer Erik Grönwall.

The current members of the band are:
Kenny Leckremo – lead vocals, guitar (2007–2010, 2020-present)
Dave Dalone - Guitars
Jona Tee - Keyboards
Jimmy Jay - Bass
Don Crash - Drums

Former members:
Eric Rivers (Erik Hammarbäck) – guitars, backing vocals (2007–2016)
Erik Grönwall – lead vocals, rhythm guitar, harmonica (2010–2020)

Studio albums
H.E.A.T - (2008)
Freedom Rock - (2010)
Address the Nation - (2012)
Tearing Down the Walls - (2014)
Into the Great Unknown - (2017)
H.E.A.T II - (2020)
Force Majeure - (2022)

Their official website is at: www.heatsweden.com

Breaking The Silence
H.E.A.T Lyrics

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We're breaking the silence
It's been seven hours since you walked out out of that door
You've been down and out but you keep coming back for more
One down two-two to go
Do you want one more
Let's go

We're breaking the silence

Standing united
We're breaking the silence
Anytime you want it yeah

Now listen,
you've been kicking tires, never found what you're looking for? No
It's been said before, but we shout it out now take you back down
down to ground floor

One down two-two to go
Do you want one more
Last one

We're breaking the silence
Standing united
We're breaking the silence
Anytime you want it

(Guitar Solo)

We're breaking the silence
We're breaking the silence
Standing united
We're breaking the silence

It's been seven hours since you walked out out of that door

Standing united
You've been down and out but you keep coming back for more

Overall Meaning

The song "Breaking the Silence" by H.E.A.T seems to be about a group of people who are standing up for themselves and breaking their silence. The lyrics suggest that they have been mistreated or kept quiet for a long time, but they're finally ready to speak out and take action. The first verse talks about someone who has been gone for seven hours but keeps coming back for more – this could be interpreted as someone who keeps causing trouble or causing pain to others. The chorus repeats the phrase "we're breaking the silence" four times, emphasizing the power and importance of speaking up for oneself.

The second verse seems to be directed at someone who has been searching for something but hasn't found it yet. The lyrics suggest that the solution may be to "shout it out" and take things back to basics. The bridge includes a guitar solo and builds up to the final chorus, where the phrase "standing united" is repeated twice. This reinforces the idea that the group is coming together to fight against whatever is holding them back.

Overall, the song is empowering and could be seen as a call to action for anyone who feels like they've been silenced or mistreated. The lyrics suggest that it's time to speak up and fight for what's right, and that there is strength in numbers. The guitar-driven sound of the song adds to the sense of energy and urgency.

Line by Line Meaning

We're breaking the silence
We're speaking up and making our voices heard, putting an end to the quiet and unexpressed thoughts or emotions.

It's been seven hours since you walked out out of that door
It's been a significant amount of time since you left, indicating a sense of loneliness, emptiness, and newfound independence.

You've been down and out but you keep coming back for more
You have been struggling and facing different difficulties, but you still persevere and face them head-on, even when it seems unlikely to succeed.

One down two-two to go
One obstacle has been overcome, with two more likely remaining, implying that the journey may be difficult and challenging.

Do you want one more
Are you willing to deal with another challenge or obstacle, indicating a sense of resilience and determination?

Let's go
Let's tackle the challenge and face it head-on with enthusiasm and energy.

Standing united
We are coming together as a group with a shared goal, values, and beliefs, showing solidarity and strength in numbers.

Anytime you want it yeah
We are here for you, supporting you regardless of the situation, at any time of the day or night.

Now listen, you've been kicking tires, never found what you're looking for? No
Pay attention, you have been struggling to find what you desire, haven't you?

It's been said before, but we shout it out now take you back down down to ground floor
We may have expressed our message before, but we are repeating it now to ensure everyone fully comprehends and understands it, returning to the basics and fundamentals.

Last one
This is the final obstacle or challenge, implying that success is within reach.

(Guitar Solo)
An instrumental musical interlude.

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