1) Ramp (1977-U.S.)
1) Ramp (1977-U.S.)
A group that was based in Cincinnati and also an acronym for "Roy Ayers Music Productions," Ramp released one album in 1977 that didn't do all that much upon its release. However, decades later, as appreciation for anything bearing the mark of jazz-funk legend Roy Ayers has increased, the album has become a revered rare groove classic. Supported by the excellent "Daylight" and a version of Ayers' "Everybody Loves the Sunshine," two anti-gravity soul/jazz-funk pearls, the rare album has been known to fetch extremely high prices among collectors. (It was reissued on CD in Japan in early 2007.) The group — bassist Nate White, drummer John Manuel, guitarist Landy Shores, and vocalists Sibel Thrasher and Sharon Matthews — folded after the album's release.
2) Ramp (1989-Portugal)
This new adventure would gain shape when Ricardo invited Rui, an old school friend, to take on the role of vocalist. From that moment on, hours and hours were spent in a friend’s garage rehearsing and composing. Their effort would soon pay off, when they went on stage of Rock Rendez-Vous, a mythical venue in Lisboa, putting on a Show that captured the media and critics’ attention due to RAMP’s mind blowing music and passionate performance. By that time, Sapo, their previous bass player, had already joined the band, which had adopted a more exigent posture than ever.
Motivated by the excellent reviews of their live shows and a constantly growing public demand, RAMP focused their efforts for what would be their first recording - a demo tape that would be used to pursue a record deal.
In 1992 RAMP’s first record “Thoughts” (a Mini LP with six songs) hit the market through the Multi-National Polygram and three video-clips arose from the album: ‘Try Again’, ‘Last Child’ and ‘Thoughts’.
Unanimously acclaimed by the Press as the truly break-through act of the past few years in Portugal, this record definitely marked the beginning of a new era in the Portuguese modern music world. Soon after the release, they recorded three more new songs to allow the release of “Thoughts” in CD format.
However, for RAMP the live shows were always their favorite place, where they could truly express themselves and connect with the audience. Their reputation as excellent musicians and intense performers lead them to be invited to play as the opening act of “Sepultura” in the “Pavilhão Dramático de Cascais”. The outcomes of that particular show exceed all expectations and forever changed the view of having Portuguese bands as opening acts of International artists.
In 1995 the Independent Label “UL IV” released RAMP’s second album “Intersection”, revealing their maturity through a powerful and balanced production. As a result, the record stormed the Portuguese Sales Charts - something that never happened before to a Portuguese Metal Band - and got extensive video play with “All men taste hell”, their first single and video. But RAMP also harvested, throughout the world, excellent reviews and media coverage such as in “Burn” and “Madball” in Japan, “Metal Head” and “Rock Brigade” in Brazil or “Mindview” and “Hard Force” in Belgium, just to name a few.
“EDR” was recorded in Nottingham, England, in the Square Studios and was produced by Simon Efemey. It was released in late 1998, showing a much solid RAMP with an astonishing ability to create great songs. ”Hallelujah” and “Old times” were the chosen video-clips and ”For a While” became a radio hit, featuring in the Top Ten of Radio Comercial, one of the biggest Portuguese National Broadcasting Radios.
“Revolution on Tour” was also a success, reaching its highest point with the recording of a live album, the first of its kind for a Portuguese Metal Band.
The release of the double album “Ramp...Live” in late 1999, captured the band’s essence, portraying them as a collective that feels at home playing live, face to face with the audience.
The album gathers 18 tracks of their three original albums and it was recorded on their 10th Year Celebration Show, from which they took footage that would be later used for the new “How” video-clip.
Songs like “Dawn”, “Hallelujah”, “How” (EDR); “Black Tie”, “All Men Taste Hell”, “Through” (Intersection); “Behind the Wall”, “Out of this World” (Thoughts), are moments of creative madness that reach a whole new dimension live. It also includes a brutal cover version of the Bangles’ very own “Walk Like an Egyptian”. “Ramp…Live” is a historical document that travels throughout the career of the best and most successful Metal Band of Portugal.
In 2001 appeared in the compilation/tribute to Tarantula "20 anos de Tarantula" with the cover of "Light beyond the dark" (A compilation of portuguese bands playing Tarantula´s songs for their 20th carrer anniversary)
RAMP’s fifth CD “Nude” is a part of a lifetime filled with experiences, a challenge in which one finds a band stripped of prejudice and frontiers, unveiling their inner selves, and taking full responsibility for all production aspects.
With Licensement by Paranoid Record and distribution by Universal, tracks like ‘Alone’ (the first single and video-clip), ‘Clear’ or ‘Around’ manifest a more refined sonority, leaning on bold and subtle arrangements. And also a due note to the outstanding graphic design that wraps the package.
In 2005 RAMP release this EP where we can find a cover version of Duran Duran’s ‘Planet Earth’ alongside another cover version, this time “Anjinho da Guarda” (“Little guardian angel”), from acclaimed Portuguese artist António Variações, that was made specifically for a Cartoon Series on SIC Radical - where its video-clip gets considerable airplay. There is also a new song “You make me”. Yet again, the band takes charge of production and include in the CD a multimedia section packed with different surprises. The EP was set for sale exclusively on the Tour and via website, reaching nearly break of stock.
3)Ramp (Germany)
Ramp is a collective of German musicians, making music in the vein of the Berlin school of electronic music. Frank Makowski and Steve Parsick are joined by Lambert Ringlage and Martina Fantar in various studio and concert sessions.
Using a wide range of synthesizers, samplers and sequencers, Ramp adds an original and fresh touch to the history of German electronic music, with a deep and dark ambient sound, similar to Tangerine Dream and Radio Masacre International.
4) Ramp (Estonia)
Pop band from the 80's
For a While
Ramp Lyrics
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Free your reasons guide
Take a breath of simple life
Feel the air coming through your soul
Dragging you into unknown
For a while, just fly, just let it flow
For a while, just slide, just let it go
For a while, taste time and feel your own, roam
So wipe the tears
From your raging smile
Settle down your trembling mind
Waste your fears make'em go away
Feed your strenght to break this strain
For a while, just fly, just let it flow
For a while, just slide, just let it go
For a while, don't mind, just take it slowv
For a while, taste time and feel your own, roam
Ramp's song For a While is an anthem for people struggling with the chaos of life. The opening line of "Close your eyes" is a direct command to the listener to shut out the outside world and free their reasons guide, to trust their instincts and intuition. The next line "Take a breath of simple life" encourages listeners to find solace in the simple things, like breathing and feeling the air on their skin. The chorus then sets the tone for the rest of the song, "For a while, just fly, just let it flow / For a while, just slide, just let it go / For a while, don't mind, just take it slow / For a while, taste time and feel your own, roam".
The repeated phrase "For a while" highlights the temporary nature of life's struggles and the need to take a break from them. The lyrics further encourage the listener to let go of their fears, to settle their minds, and to feed their strength to break the strain. The phrase "Wipe the tears from your raging smile" is a powerful metaphor for the struggles that often cannot be seen on the outside. The song presents a message of hope, reminding the listener that they have the power to free themselves from the chaos of life and to roam.
The song gives profound advice that it is important to take some time off and enjoy life the way we want to. Freedom and letting go of fears can help to build up confidence and strength in individuals. The message of the song For a While can inspire listeners to take control of their lives and find peace in simple things like breathing and feeling the air. The song's melancholic and soothing rhythm has been a crowd-pleaser over the years, and its popularity amongst music lovers is remarkable.
Line by Line Meaning
Close your eyes
Block out your surroundings and focus on your inner being
Free your reasons guide
Let go of logical thinking and allow your emotions to lead you
Take a breath of simple life
Breathe in the simplicity of life and let go of all complications
Feel the air coming through your soul
Allow yourself to feel a spiritual awakening
Dragging you into unknown
Letting go of your fears, prepare yourself for discovery
For a while, just fly, just let it flow
Indulge in the present moment and don't worry about the future
For a while, just slide, just let it go
Let go of all fears and anxiety and enjoy the moment
For a while, don't mind, just take it slow
Slow down and cherish the simplicity of life
For a while, taste time and feel your own, roam
Savor every moment and discover things about yourself
So wipe the tears
Remove the sadness and negative energy from your life
From your raging smile
Turn your fake smile into a genuine smile
Settle down your trembling mind
Calm your mind and find inner peace
Waste your fears make'em go away
Eliminate fear from your life and enjoy the simplicity of life
Feed your strenght to break this strain
Use your inner strength to overcome obstacles and challenges
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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@flipstander
Porra que orgulho ter vivido estes anos de grandes bandas como os ramp e nao só... sinceramente melhores anos de sempre.
@NsanePT
Sinceramente,para além de ouvir uma GRANDE MUSICA de uma GRANDE BANDA,é bom "ver" a maltinha tuga dos velhos tempos aqui "unida"! Abraço para todos! RAMP!
@josefernando7114
Grande banda, é sempre bom recordar as músicas da minha juventude, é pena hoje em dia a juventude não saber curtir som deste. 😠😠
@CarlosSantos-pg8kz
Grande banda! Já sentia saudades deste som. Mal ouvi o 1° acorde voltei logo aos melhores anos da minha vida! 🤟
@DuarteCarmo
As melhores músicas "slow" são feitas por grupos de "Metal". Esta é uma prova disso, e é uma das minhas favoritas.
@Letchi81
Que saudades...já não ouvia isto há muito tempo, brutal!
@manuelcarmo8979
lindo!!!! GRANDE som, orgulho!!!
@antoniojosefilipecaetano1963
A minha infância ❤️
@nunogoncalo3799
Simplesmente AMO...
@FilipeSalgueiroo
Grande som. Melhor banda portuguesa!!! RAMP \m/