After two singles (One More Time, Beautiful Bomb) the band is ready to release it's much anticipated debut album early 2010.
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Kuopio, Finland isn't exactly Hicksville, Indiana and Helsinki sure ain't no West Hollywood but with Reckless Love the analogies are obvious. This bunch of rockers dropped out of school, moved to Helsinki and chose to scrape by whatever menial jobs available to chase their rock n' roll dreams. Having scored a recording deal with a major label, Universal Music, as the 2nd glam rock band during the last decade or so, Reckless Love show that, if nothing else, the guys master whatever lessons they've ever taken in the subject of hard rock.
Reckless Love's debut album features a plethora of influences audible to the listener, and as knowledgeable as the band seems to be of its musical roots, it's their own take on hard rock that makes the album so extremely exciting. Sure, hard life can teach you stuff, but in Reckless Love's case it has taught them to teach people stuff. The lesson here is: there's not a whole lot crap that cant' be healed with a good song and a smile. And because the songs are so good, smile you will - after you get a load of this. Reckless Love extends sonic hails to the greats of hard rock ranging from Kiss to Van Halen to W.A.S.P. to Warrant to Poison to Guns N' Roses and everything in between, with a heartwarming, sunny disposition able to melt the gloomiest of cynics.
The party starts with Beautiful Bomb, One More Time, Love Machine, So Yeah!!, Feel My Heat and Born To Rock. With subject matter dealing dominantly with the over-enhanced sexuality of a young straight male (i.e. women, or the lack thereof), the songs have a boisterous, energetic, fun, freewheeling party attitude, combined with swaggering, outrageous and sometimes, downright silly lyrics. It's all packed in a top-notch modern, yet adequately retro sound that strongly reflects classic 80's hair metal heroes. Not reducing to a one trick pony, the album also has it's darker, rawer, heavy metal side. Aggressive and theatrical Wild Touch, Badass and Romance have a rowdy, rebellious bite to them. Iced with slick choirs, these cuts include heavy guitar rifforama and some of vocalist Olli Herman's nastiest Vince Neil snarls. This is where the band's Judas Priest, Ozzy, WASP and Ratt influences shine. The album also contains the super slick ballad Sex, which gives away the fact that under the disguise of hell-raising party animal machismo lie sensitive guys wearing their hearts on their sleeves. Predominantly guitar driven, melodic and beautiful the album also portrays the band's classy touch to keyboard arrangements. Featuring the whole arsenal: big choirs, clean high vocals and fragile single voice melodies, almost whispering at times, vocally the album is a wonder to behold, and in what might come as a surprise, the band can also display a striking lyrical depth, almost coming down to philosophical level in Back To Paradise.
While maybe dropouts in regular school, there's not a page in the book of hard rock these guys haven't taken to heart. In the hair metal school tables turn and Reckless Love are the teachers. And the class will only be dismissed once thoroughly entertained.
Reckless Love‘s released 'InVader' in 2016. Their next album 'Turborider' is due via AFM Records on February 25, 2022.
In Jan 2024, Reckless Love have announced that they are taking a break from touring and recording until further notice given that lead vocalist Olli Herman is now part of the Finnish rockers Popeda. Reckless Love consisting of Herman, guitarist Pepe Reckless and bassist Jalle Verne have also parted ways with drummer Hessu Maxx.
Official website: http://www.recklesslove.com.
Members:
Olli Herman - Vocals (ex-Crashdïet).
Pepe - Guitar, backvocals
Jalle Verne - Bass, backvocals
Hessu Maxx - drums, percussions
Sex
Reckless Love Lyrics
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Move away and you can feel the different taste
Nothing's the same
And I can't wait for your loving
I wanna bury the hatred
I am sorry
(Sex)
Sex that seals, our license to love
Save your tears tonight
Turn around and we can start to go about
Turn around just tell me where and when and how
And I'll make that sound
And I can't wait for your body
I wanna bury all the hatred
Yeah I'm sorry
(Sex)
Sex that seals, our license to love
Sex will heal, when the rage is all gone
Save your tears tonight
And I can't wait 'till I hear it
I can almost feel it
I can see it
(Sex)
Sex that seals, our license to love
Sex will heal, when the rage is all gone
Save your tears tonight
(Sex)
Sex that seals our, license to love
Sex will heal, when the rage is all gone
Save your tears tonight
The lyrics to Reckless Love's song "Sex" describe a desire for physical intimacy as a way to heal emotional wounds and mend a damaged relationship. The singer urges their partner to move away and take a moment to breathe, promising that things will feel different once they come back together. They acknowledge that there has been hatred and rage between them, and express a desire to bury those negative emotions through sex. The singer recognizes that sex can be a powerful force that brings people closer together, sealing their love and carrying the potential to heal emotional wounds.
While some might interpret the lyrics as mere lust or objectification of the partner, others might see it as a way of expressing a desire to reconnect and repair a relationship that is in trouble. It is worth noting, however, that promoting the idea that sex can solve all relationship problems can be problematic and can perpetuate harmful myths about intimacy and communication.
In terms of the song's composition and production, the instrumental and vocal melodies are both fairly simple, with a heavy focus on the upbeat rhythm and catchy chorus. The lyrics are repetitive and straightforward, emphasizing the central theme of using sex as a means of repairing a relationship. The song's production features a mix of electronic and rock elements, with a driving beat and pulsing synths underlining the vocals. Overall, "Sex" is a high-energy, catchy pop rock track that emphasizes the power of physical intimacy to heal emotional wounds.
Line by Line Meaning
Move away and let yourself to breathe again
Step back, create distance and give yourself space to recover from the pain.
Move away and you can feel the different taste
By moving away, you can experience new, fresh experiences and sensations.
Nothing's the same
Things will be different after this and nothing will remain the same.
And I can't wait for your loving
I eagerly anticipate the affection and passion that you will give me.
I wanna bury the hatred
I desire to move on from the negative emotions and memories associated with the past.
I am sorry
I acknowledge and express remorse for any mistakes or wrongdoing that occurred.
(Sex)
Sex is the solution and the focus of this song.
Sex that seals, our license to love
Sex is a bond that creates and strengthens the connection between two people.
Sex will heal, and the rage is all gone
Sex can be a healing experience that alleviates negative emotions and brings peace and calmness.
Save your tears tonight
Don't cry anymore, because tonight will be a new experience that will make you forget your pain.
Turn around and we can start to go about
Face me and we can start to explore our new relationship.
Turn around just tell me where and when and how
Direct me on what you need and we can proceed accordingly.
And I'll make that sound
I will ensure that you experience pleasure and satisfaction during our sexual encounter.
And I can't wait for your body
I am eagerly anticipating the physical connection and intimacy that sex will bring.
Yeah I'm sorry
Once again, I apologize and take responsibility for any wrongdoing or hurt caused in the past.
And I can't wait 'till I hear it
I am excited and longing to hear the sounds of pleasure you will make during our sexual encounter.
I can almost feel it
The anticipation and desire for sex is so strong that I feel as though I can already physically sense it happening.
I can see it
The visualization of what is to come is clear and vivid in my mind, as if it is already happening.
Writer(s): Heikki Ahonen, Olli Kosunen, Jalle Paeaekkoenen, Perttu Salohalme, Ilkka Wirtanen Copyright: Warner Chappell Music Finland Oy, Kaiku Songs
Contributed by Addison L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.