1) Ramp (1977-U.S.)
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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
Win
Ramp Lyrics
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Life is just a long day
In the journey of ourselves
But there's so much we can do
To believe in and make true
And all depends on you
Cause:
Where we live, how we die
It's just a thing to see outside
Real truth it's inside
It's what we want to be
So you've got to win, win for yourself
So you've got to win
No one seems to understand
What's the point of our life's plan
The aim we're living for
So they scream into our ears
Stiring up our biggest fears
In this life we're gonna face
But you, but you keep on dreaming by yourself
Cause:
Where we live, how we die
It's just a thing to see outside
Real truth it's inside
It's what we want to be
So you've got to win, win for yourself
So you've got to win
So I leave you with my own advice
Ain't no one better than you to know what is right
In your feelings there is your plan
And in your life you're the real boss, man
Keep on searching in yourself
Ain't no answer in someone else
So you've got to win, win for yourself
So you've got to win
Yeah, someday we got to win
The lyrics of Ramp's song "Win" encourage the listener to take control of their own life and destiny. The song starts by suggesting that life can be seen as one long day, and it is up to the individual to make the most of it. The lyrics stress the importance of believing in oneself and working to make one's dreams a reality. The songwriter encourages the listener to keep dreaming and pushing forward, even when facing challenges or criticism from others.
The chorus of "Win" emphasizes that the truth of who we are lies within ourselves, and we must strive to be our best selves. The lyrics suggest that there is no one else who can understand us better than we understand ourselves. The songwriter encourages the listener to embrace their own feelings and make their own life plan, rather than relying on the opinions of others.
Throughout the song, the lyrics suggest that success and fulfillment in life come from within, and it is up to the individual to create their own path to success. The song culminates with the assertion that "someday we got to win," suggesting that if we keep pushing forward and believing in ourselves, we will ultimately achieve success and the fulfillment of our dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you see it in this way
Do you perceive life in the following manner
Life is just a long day
Our existence is akin to a day where time never stops ticking
In the journey of ourselves
While we traverse through life, our inner path is what the trip is all about
But there's so much we can do
Despite the difficulties, there are plentiful opportunities available for us
To believe in and make true
We must trust and make happen what we believe in
And all depends on you
The responsibility of making our dreams a reality lies solely with us
So you, so you keep on dreaming by yourself
Thus, continue dreaming and aspiring on your own
Cause:
This thought is contextualized with the following reason
Where we live, how we die
Where and how we live or die is of minimal significance in the grander scheme of things
It's just a thing to see outside
These are just superficial things which are visible externally
Real truth it's inside
The actual truth is our intrinsic nature
It's what we want to be
The truth is about what we aspire to become
So you've got to win, win for yourself
Therefore, you have to succeed in fulfilling your dreams only for yourself
No one seems to understand
Nobody comprehends
What's the point of our life's plan
The objective behind our life's purpose
The aim we're living for
The purpose we have in life
So they scream into our ears
They shout at us
Stiring up our biggest fears
Filling us with greatest anxieties
In this life we're gonna face
In this life, we will encounter
But you, but you keep on dreaming by yourself
However, you should continue to dream on your own
So I leave you with my own advice
Therefore, I provide you with my personal suggestion
Ain't no one better than you to know what is right
No one else can know better than you, what is the right thing for you
In your feelings there is your plan
Your aspirations are inherent in your emotions
And in your life you're the real boss, man
You are the one in charge of your own life
Keep on searching in yourself
Keep exploring your own self
Ain't no answer in someone else
There are no answers outside of oneself
Yeah, someday we got to win
Yes, eventually we will succeed
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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Yandere Queen
CGB should make a compilation every week or two featuring all of the salty scoops and ropes. Call it clowns of the week.
Sam Candiotta
This is content
Mijdax
Yeah, with names clearly visible. Everyone should know about the salty idiots out there
Kieran Berton
Would be cool in the post-game analysis to hear a little bit about what you think are the potential drawbacks of the decks you experiment with to understand what matchups you think are unfavorable and what you could change to address those shortcomings?
jason smith
I wish arena would do ANYTHING about all the slow playing people do. Seeing the rope every single game sucks so much fun out of this game some times.
Nick Temperistic
Would be nice but unfortunately not possible without punishing those who have a legit reason for afking during a match. Obviously most of the time it's rage but sometimes it could be explosive diarrhea, mom needs help with the groceries, doordasher can't find your place, etc.
therealax6
Sometimes I wish the game had a chat for this reason. Sometimes I play while multitasking, and rope not because I'm messing with the player, but because I'm genuinely busy for a minute; it would be nice to be able to tell the player that I'll be away for a minute or two.
Dan Becker
Love to see the top tier decks modified with a twist for B01!
Reder Forge
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Ubirajara Lopes
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