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)
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Hallelujah
Ramp Lyrics
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Bible vine
Spring almighty voice
Shared faith
Common grace
Light upon a different choice
Moral rules distinct tools
Frame divine approach
Sail upon this sacred coast
A belief so divine purified spell
Congregates human race
On his own created hell
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Roman church
Leading curse
Preaching middle age
Confiscates human life
Through a simple condom cage
New born sekt's
Growing facts
That can't be refused
Issue of a social life
Of an abyss we accuse
A belief so divine purified spell
Congregates human race
On his own created hell
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
The lyrics of Ramp's song "Hallelujah" touch upon the theme of religion, its relevance in modern times and how it has affected the human race throughout history. The first verse highlights the common threads between religions and the moral codes that teach what is right and wrong. It talks about the commonalities shared between different faiths and beliefs while also shedding light on the idea of a different choice, perhaps hinting at the need to not be rigidly religious but rather open to different views and approaches. The chorus "Hallelujah" is a cry of praise and gratitude directed towards God, acknowledging His greatness and power.
The second verse delves into the dark side of religion where it's been misused or manipulated for personal gain. The mention of the Roman church is a nod to the history of the Catholic Church and its controversial role in suppressing scientific progress and spreading ignorance during the Middle Ages. The lyrics then condemn the church's prohibition of contraception and how it has led to the deaths of countless individuals due to the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. The reference to new-born sects and growing facts talks about how religion has been a source of division rather than unity, leading to conflicts and perpetuating social issues.
Overall, Ramp's "Hallelujah" is a song that highlights the duality of religion - the good and the bad - and is a call for people to practice it in a way that is inclusive, accepting, and promoting of unity rather than division.
Line by Line Meaning
Holy lines
The holy scriptures and teachings
Bible vine
The Bible as the source of divine guidance
Spring almighty voice
The voice of God, all-powerful and eternal
Shared faith
The faith shared by believers in the divine
Common grace
The grace that unites believers
Light upon a different choice
Choosing a different path in life with the guidance of divine light
Moral rules distinct tools
Moral principles and values as tools for living a good life
Frame divine approach
Finding a way to approach life through divine guidance
Modern trails classic tales
The modern journey of life guided by the timeless tales of the past
Sail upon this sacred coast
Navigating through life with the guidance of divine teachings
A belief so divine purified spell
The purified feeling of divinity that comes with belief
Congregates human race
Unites humanity in faith and belief
On his own created hell
The consequences of human actions on their own fate
Hallelujah
Praise to the divine
Hallelujah
Praise to the divine
Roman church
The Catholic Church
Leading curse
The harm caused by the church's leadership
Preaching middle age
Preaching outdated ideas and practices
Confiscates human life
Taking away human life through harmful practices
Through a simple condom cage
By discouraging the use of contraception
New born sekt's
New religious sects or groups
Growing facts
Increasing evidence against the practices of the church
That can't be refused
That cannot be ignored or denied
Issue of a social life
An issue that affects society as a whole
Of an abyss we accuse
We accuse the church and its practices of leading us into a dark pit
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Michael Michaels
Aí está!!! Brutal!!! Os Ramp foram-me apresentados com este hino! Obrigado! Um bem-haja!
Francisco Gonçalves Photography
Gravei este álbum para uma cassete quando era adolescente e quando jogava a bola na equipa la da terra, levava a cassete para passarem no campo de futebol antes dos jogos e nos intervalos...em dia de jogos lá estavam os cotas a curtir o EDR😂🤘
Paulo Rodrigues
Best Portuguese Metal Band EVER!!!!