Their sound is instantly recognisable in their production hard-hitting grooves accompanied by crisp drum layers & undeniable dancability. It’s this infectious sound that won them 'Best Single' in The Bass Music Awards 2015 and saw them nominated for ‘Best Breakthrough Act’ at the DJ Mag Awards in 2016 & see’s them rated in the top 50 house acts in the world in 2018 on Beatport.
Already notching up two UK Top 40 singles as well as going gold in numerous countries, Tough Love have continued to demonstrate their production and songwriting prowess with a string of big dance records. Having previously been signed to the most influential major & independent record labels around including Madtech, Mother, Nervous, Toolroom, Nothing Else Matters, Sweat It Out, Sony Columbia, Island & Warner.
They also have their own successful imprint Get Twisted which has had a steady flow of quality house cuts since 2012. Tough Love strike the ultimate balance of releasing big dance records whilst still being part of the respected underground scene. Support regularly comes from the dance music tastemakers at BBC Radio 1 & 1Xtra, Kiss & Capital, with massive radio support from big names including Annie Mac, Danny Howard, MistaJam and DJ Target. As well as key features in the likes of Mixmag, DJ mag, Insomniac & Complex to name just a few.
2) Tough Love was a reformed version of local hard rock legends, the all-female rock band Bitch. Whose then guitarist Lorrie Kountz wanted to change the band’s name to Tough Love, to any avoid censorship and achieve accessibility on any commercial formats. Tough Love would release their first single in 1984, two years after Bitch’s debut album, America’s Sweethearts. Tough Love as a band in their infancy was similar to Bitch however a change in line up was the only difference, with only three members remaining. Fronted by the hypnotic vocals of Nancy Davis, the one constant member in a long line of member changes, hailed for her perfect pitched Pat Benatar-esque vocals that collaborated well with guitarists Berni Popiolek, who left the band before their debut single, and Gerre Edinger a true guitar virtuoso that could have easily originated the now famous phrase “guitar shredder”. The rhythm section consisted of drummer Leslee Kaye, the last remaining original Bitch member, and bassist Deanna Rose. This line-up would release the band’s 1984 single Dizzy/Romantic Fever, which featured Tom Orsi on keyboards shortly before being replaced by Laura Jerri Bolton. The debut single was a strong effort and engineered by the famed Phil Bonnano, however its keyboard driven overlays overshadowed the guitar genius of Gerre Edinger, but a shift in musical style would take place soon after leaving the band’s overall sound much more guitar driven. Tough Love would bring in hard hitting drummer Courtney Wolfe to replace Leslee Kaye and had already began establishing themselves in the music industry, playing hundreds of shows, along with marketing the band at any chance they could is partly why such a strong buzz was growing over the band, the second was due to their sheer determination to break into the mainstream. Tough Love did gain the attention of former Runaways manager Kim Fowley who was rumored to have a worked with the band for a short time but true or not, mainstream success eluded the band, but continued on releasing a three track demo in 1987. The stand out track, A Gerre Edinger/Nancy Davis written hard rocker, Mama’s Boy, received some local radio rotation and became a fan favorite with many describing the band as a heavier version of Heart. By 1987 the band consisted of, Nancy Davis on lead vocals, Laura Jerri Bolton on keyboards, Courtney Wolfe on drums, and new bassist Jeanne Von Graf. Katrina Britt, formerly of the all-female hard rock band The Hunted, was brought in on guitar to replace Gerre Edinger who had already left to form the all-female band She Rok, who also did a version Mama’s Boy. Soon after lead vocalist and founder Nancy Davis would leave the band to focus on a solo career and the band’s original bassist Deanna Rose was brought in to replace Nancy on lead vocals. This version of Tough Love would continue on before calling it a day in 1990. The remaining members of Courtney Wolf, Jeanne Von Graf, Deanna Rose, and original guitar player Berni Popiolek, who replaced the departed Katrina Britt, would reform the band, now known as Romantic Fever, paying homage to the Tough Love single of the same name, the members said it was their way of keeping a connection between the two bands. Romantic Fever would release several demos before officially disbanding in 1993. By 2018 Tough Love would reunite for a reunion benefit concert for Lurie Children’s Hospital, with Nancy Davis on vocals, ex Bitch bassist Patti Prendergast on bass, Berni Popiolek on guitar, Marianne Sullivan on guitar filling in for the late Gerre Edinger who sadly passed away from an aneurysm in 2008. Gerre’s twin sister Terre Beach would play drums for the band for the benefit, which gave fans a last chance to see these amazing talented women that have a long intertwining history in music and with each other that should have reached a level of fame that matched their aptitudes for music.
Hideaway
Tough Love Lyrics
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That's the way to make me run away
He don't know he's just-a pushin' me
To a man who make me happy
I'm an independent woman, mmm
I don't need no man to take care of me
Can't nobody pay for my problems
I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
To make me runaway,
Listen to me, I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
To make me runaway,
I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
To make me runaway,
Listen to me, I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
To make me runaway,
Runaway
Runaway
Runaway
Runaway
Listen to me, need-a-runaway.
Runaway
Runaway
Runaway
Runaway
Runaway
Runaway
If it ain't one thing, it's another
Don't you get caught up in the truth, time each other
Love will make you blind every time
But now I need a little peace of mind
I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
To make me runaway,
Listen to me, I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
To make me runaway,
I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
To make me runaway,
Listen to me, I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
To make me runaway.
The lyrics to Tough Love's song "Hideaway" convey a sense of independence and empowerment in a relationship. The singer acknowledges that her current partner does not treat her well and pushes her away. She recognizes that she deserves better and seeks refuge in a "hideaway," a place where she can escape from the toxicity of her current situation. She expresses her desire to run away, emphasizing her need for a safe space where she can find happiness and peace.
The lyrics also highlight the singer's self-reliance and refusal to depend on anyone else to take care of her. She asserts that no one can solve her problems but herself and that she provides her own security. This reiterates her strength and determination to find a better situation for herself.
Overall, the lyrics of "Hideaway" convey a strong message of self-worth, independence, and the desire for a healthier, happier relationship. It reflects the theme of seeking personal freedom and finding solace in a place away from the troubles of a toxic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a man who tries to run me
I have a partner who constantly attempts to control me
That's the way to make me run away
Their behavior makes me want to escape the relationship
He don't know he's just-a pushin' me
He is unaware that his actions are pushing me away
To a man who make me happy
Towards someone who can bring happiness into my life
I'm an independent woman, mmm
I am a self-reliant woman
I don't need no man to take care of me
I do not require a man to provide for me
Can't nobody pay for my problems
No one else is responsible for solving my issues
'Cause I supply my own security
I create my own sense of safety and stability
I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
I require a secret place to escape to
To make me runaway,
To help me flee from my current situation
If it ain't one thing, it's another
If it's not one problem, it's another
Don't you get caught up in the truth, time each other
Don't get trapped in a cycle of blaming each other
Love will make you blind every time
Love has a tendency to blind people
But now I need a little peace of mind
Right now, I require some serenity
Listen to me, I need a hide-hide-hide-hideaway
Listen to me, I desperately need a secret escape
Runaway
Fleeing or escaping
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Joshua Milan, William Hedge
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
House Nation
Freejak smashed this remix!! So deep and groovy!
DJDoubleCee
Sounds pretty cool, reminds me of 80s music.
Illumi Music
Love this vibe! 😍
BLL4X
Awesome track 😍
LUMINARY MUSIC
sounds good 🔊🔥👍🏻
TRABITY
Damn love this one! 😍🔥
SoundBay
That disco vibes 😍
bikash hazarika
a mind refreshing song for me
House Nation
Same though.
Future House Cloud
really wesome remix!