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 Ã…rets 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
Downtown
H.E.A.T Lyrics
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He's the governor of Downtown
The law of every street
The city centers heartbeat
A friend is familly
But they all have a different need
The vein that turns to gold
It goes on and on and on
Everyone sings that song
That slowly fades away
Making all the color turn to different shades of grey
Sing…
Meet detective Tate
He's the law of the entire state
Feared by everyone
He write your do's and don'ts
"To server and protect"
Has a very week effect
When detective's gladly takes
The money Tommy pays
It goes on and on and on
Everyone sings that song
That slowly fades away
Making all the color turn to different shades of grey
Sing…
It goes on and on and on
Everyone sings that song
That slowly fades away
Making all the color turn to different shades of grey
Sing…
The lyrics of H.E.A.T's song "Downtown" tell a story of corruption and power in a city's downtown district. The first verse introduces us to Sir Tommy Brown, who is the governor of Downtown and holds the law of every street. He is the heartbeat of the city center, and everyone knows him. He has friends who are like family, but they all have different needs. Tommy has found his gold mine in the rush he sells, and everyone sings his song, which slowly fades away as all the color in the city turns to different shades of grey.
The second verse introduces Detective Tate, who is the law of the entire state and is feared by everyone. He writes the rules that people have to follow, but the saying "to serve and protect" has a weak effect on him. He, too, takes money from Tommy Brown, and the corruption continues. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the never-ending cycle of corruption and the fading colors of the city.
The song is a commentary on the systematic corruption that often takes place in cities, where those in power control the streets and the money flow. The lyrics tell us that even those who are meant to uphold the law are not immune to the tempting offer of wealth and power. It's a story that resonates with many cities around the world and highlights the importance of accountability and transparency in power systems.
Line by Line Meaning
Meet sir Tommy Brown
Introducing the character of Tommy Brown
He's the governor of Downtown
Tommy Brown holds a powerful and influential position within the city
The law of every street
Tommy Brown's word is law, and his influence extends throughout the city
The city centers heartbeat
Tommy Brown is the central figure and driving force behind the city's activities and economy
A friend is familly
Tommy Brown views his associates as a close-knit group, almost like family
But they all have a different need
Despite their relationships, each person has their own individual motives and desires
The vein that turns to gold
Tommy Brown exploits the city's resources and people for his own financial gain
From the rush that Tommy sold
Tommy's illegal and unethical actions have created a lucrative enterprise for him
It goes on and on and on
The cycle of corruption and exploitation continues endlessly
Everyone sings that song
The city is complicit in Tommy Brown's wrongdoing, either consciously or unconsciously
That slowly fades away
Despite the acceptance of the situation, there is a feeling of despair and hopelessness
Making all the color turn to different shades of grey
The corruption and lack of morality have drained the vibrancy and life from the city, leaving it a dull and dreary place
Meet detective Tate
Introducing the character of Detective Tate, who is involved in the corrupt activities of the city
He's the law of the entire state
Detective Tate holds a position of authority, but is also corrupt and unethical
Feared by everyone
Detective Tate is feared because of his power to enforce the law, but also because of his reputation for being ruthless
He write your do's and don'ts
Detective Tate has the power to decide which laws are enforced and which ones are ignored
"To server and protect"
The motto of law enforcement, implying a duty to protect and serve the public
Has a very week effect
The motto is not taken seriously by Detective Tate or other corrupt officials
When detective's gladly takes
Detective Tate is willing to accept bribes and other incentives in exchange for ignoring or bending the law
The money Tommy pays
Tommy Brown is one of the people paying Detective Tate to turn a blind eye to their activities
Sing...
Repeating the chorus, emphasizing the cyclical and depressing nature of the situation in the city
Contributed by Mackenzie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@nelsoncorreia4619
This is the type of H.e.a.t.songs ,that i will listen forever until the last breath !!!!!!
@George292Rainbow
This track is pure gold... Cinematic and radio friendly, one of my favourites!
@gmr9701
This song is a masterpiece
@lakasund
Fantastic song.
@kantagara
Kad vidim da ljudi iz nase okoline slusaju HEAT, prosto mi bude milo oko srca. Pozdrav Komsija \m/
@SwedenRocksEurope
Love this song so much!!! :))))
@raymondhunt7581
H.E.A.T. best melodic band in years, should be mega by now, pity a lot of young people are brainwashed by X factor and the likes , do yourselves a big favour and listen to REAL music, That's where the REAL talent lies🎸🎸🎸🎤🎤🎤🤘🤘🤘👌👌👌
@DjHulpa
Great Song !!!
@kantagara
Potpuno se slazem sa tobom! Poljake nisam slusao, ali su me skandinavci odusevili... Nerealno dobre bendove imaju. Nadam se da ces za koji mesec moci da poslusas AOR bend sa ex-yu prostora! :)
@maryclaire6557
2018 n this is still rocking! Anyone else agree