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1) Hardline is a melodic hard rock band. The group was formed by brothers, and former Brunette band members, Johnny (vocals) and Joey Gioeli (guitar). They recruited former Bad English members Neal Schon (a guitarist best known for his work in Journey) and Deen Castronovo (drums). Bassist Todd Jensen, who'd worked with Doro and David Lee Roth, rounded out the band.
The group began a major tour with Van Halen prior to the release of an album. Their one and only release, 1992's Double Eclipse, featured a platter of upbeat melodic hard rock reminiscent of the 80s metal boom, tracks that arguably showed an even harder edge than that of Bad English. While that album has received praise from several critics, it appeared at a time when alternative rock was ascendant, getting a modest commercial response. Schon, Jensen, and Castronovo took time away from the band to work with seminal solo artist Paul Rodgers. However, the Gioeli's felt the other members were spending too much time on side projects, and Hardline ended up folding sadly before too long.
Schon and Castronovo would rejoin Journey in the late 90s. Jensen worked and toured with Alice Cooper while Johnny Gioeli sang on Axel Rudi Pell's Oceans Of Time album. A new version of Hardline consisting of the Gioeli's, Josh Ramos (guitar), Chris Maloney (bass), Bobby Rock (drums, ex-Vinnie Vincent Invasion) and Michael Ross (keyboards) released Hardline II roughly ten years after the band's debut. With the addition of Bob Burch on bass, Hardline played select live dates with one of those shows being released as a live album.
Since 1998, Johnny Gioeli had been the frontman for the Axel Rudi Pell band, touring many times over in Europe and performing at the Wacken Open Air festival, a huge metal rock fest held each year outside of Hamburg, Germany. He is known to be one of very few vocalists who can sing in a range that includes melodic rock, hard rock, and metal. The long awaited Hardline third album, Leaving the End Open, came out in mid-2009. Hardline has toured sporadically since, with a line-up of Johnny Gioeli, Josh Ramos (guitar), Michael T. Ross (keyboards), Jamie Brown (bass), and Atma Anur (drums).
Since then, the band has gone through a few lineup changes, but still continues to release music to this day. Their current lineup consists of Johnny Gioeli on vocals, Marco Di Salvia on drums, Mario Percudani on guitar, Anna Portalupi on bass and Alessandro Del Vecchio on keys. Their latest album, Heart, Mind And Soul released in 2021.
2) Hardline was a Norwegian hard rock band active in the early 80s based in Trondheim. They released a self-titled album in 1984, issued in Europe on the Belgian Mausoleum label. Failing to find an audience, they soon folded.
3) Hardline is a electro project from USA, with anti-PC themes.
I'll be there
Hardline Lyrics
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We've been there many times before
When I've gotta pick up and walk out the door
Sometimes hoping is all that we can do
In mind and spirit girl I'm always there for you
Every time I think about the way it's got to be
You know someday we will work it out
[Chorus]
Anytime you need me I'll be there
Anytime at all (just say the word)
Just you say the word and I'll be there
Anytime you need me girl
I will be there
The nights seem longer
The days feel just the same
Well a little more lonelier than yesterday
Sometimes words ain't easy to explain
Whether I'm here or gone the feelings stay the same
Oh yeah
[Chorus]
The song "I'll Be There" by Hardline is about being there for someone you care about no matter what. The lyrics suggest a relationship that has been tested many times but has also endured through those hardships. The singer acknowledges that sometimes there is nothing else they can do except hope for the best. No matter where he goes, he promises he will always be there in mind and spirit for the person he loves. The chorus emphasizes his commitment to being there whenever she needs him, stating that all she has to do is say the word and he will be there.
The lyrics also touch on the struggles of being apart from the one you love. The singer notes that the nights seem longer and the days feel just the same, hinting at the loneliness that comes with being away from someone you care about deeply. However, he assures his partner that his feelings will remain the same, whether he is physically there or not.
Overall, "I'll Be There" is a heartfelt and emotional song that emphasizes the importance of being there for the one you love, no matter what challenges come your way.
Line by Line Meaning
I know how you feel girl
I empathize with your emotions
We've been there many times before
We have experienced similar situations in the past
When I've gotta pick up and walk out the door
Sometimes I have to leave but that doesn't mean I'm not there for you
Sometimes hoping is all that we can do
At times, all we have is faith to get through some situations
In mind and spirit girl I'm always there for you
Even when I'm not physically present, my thoughts and emotions are with you
Every time I think about the way it's got to be
Reflecting on how things currently are
You know someday we will work it out
Believing that we will overcome our current obstacles eventually
When all that we've wished for is just a memory
Looking back on the past when things were different
Anytime you need me I'll be there
I'm always available to help and support you
Anytime at all (just say the word)
Just let me know if and when you need me
Just you say the word and I'll be there
I'm ready to assist you as soon as you ask
The nights seem longer
Time seems to pass more slowly when we're apart
The days feel just the same
Even when we're not together, life goes on as usual
Well a little more lonelier than yesterday
Feeling slightly more isolated than the previous day
Sometimes words ain't easy to explain
It can be difficult to express certain emotions in words
Whether I'm here or gone the feelings stay the same
The emotions and love I have for you never change regardless of my physical location
Anytime you need me girl
I'm always here to support and assist you
I will be there
I will always be by your side
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, HINGE NECK PUBLISHING, BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JOEY J GIOELI, JOHNNY J GIOELI, JONATHAN CAIN, NEAL J. SCHON
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Leah Almirall
Everytime I play this song, Brandon Lee comes to mind.....
I always associate this tune with him. 'Rapid Fire' is awesome...it's one of my favorite films!
R.I.P. Brandon Lee (1965-INFINITY)
ALWAYS & FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS & THOUGHTS! ❤❤❤❤❤
#BrandonLeeForever
#JakeLo
#RapidFire
#1992
Hank Chinaski
Watched Rapid Fire at a matinee for a buck... in downtown Seattle. Never gonna forget it. Great and fitting anthem for Brandon. Hardline, thank you guys always. Thousands of memories tied to this.... the day we lost Brandon was a miserable one. Visited the gravesite for Bruce and Brandon many times. Thank you guys for everything you gave us. Couldn't ask for more.
Blue-eyed Samurai
Kickass song from a great album of an outstanding band! Top notch musicians and a great vocalist. They don't make them like that these days.
Horác MekKoziáš
Just recently discovered this band. Thanks Brandon. A great song. The vocals, guitar, melody reminds of Thunder. Anybody agree?
Daniele Boiardi
I agree
Joe PWI
I didn't even know that this song had anything to do with Brandon Lee or a movie in particular, yet I have been following Hardline for as long as I can think. This song is just pure perfection, powerful vocals and lyrics, very nice progression and a god damn perfect solo by Neal Schon. <3
Jazzer Caster
Its literally perfection.
Steve Shattuck
Brandon Lee was a fan of Hardline which is why their songs were used in Rapid Fire's soundtrack
Yo Kiryu Chan!!!!
This song is sooooo early 90s and I love it! and whenever I hear this song I think of Brandon Lee.
FRED7016
Krásná skladba a skvělý Johnny Gioeli👍👍👍
shakermaker74
will never stop loving this album!!