Oh boy, are you guys ready for this? 🤯 Miljenko Matijevic, the legendary frontman of STEELHEART, has finally decided to unleash his version of the BADFINGER classic “Without You” upon the world, a whopping 30 years after he first recorded it. I mean, who needs timely releases when you can just wait three decades, right? 🙄
So, what’s the story behind this epic wait? Well, it turns out that Matijevic recorded his version of “Without You” back in 1996, but it just sat there, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. And what better moment than now, when STEELHEART is riding high on their “Steelheart 30” campaign, celebrating three decades since their self-titled debut album dropped on July 10, 1990? I mean, it’s not like they’re trying to cash in on nostalgia or anything… 🤑
The “Steelheart 30” Campaign: Because You Can’t Have Too Much of a Good Thing
The “Steelheart 30” campaign has been a wild ride, with the band releasing re-recordings, remixes, and orchestral sessions, as well as a limited run of 500 signed and numbered vinyls. Because, you know, what’s a 30th-anniversary celebration without some fancy merch? 🎁 And let’s not forget their recent collaboration with TESLA’s Jeff Keith on a cover of FOGHAT’s “I Just Wanna Make Love To You”. Because, why not? 🤷♂️
But I digress. Back to “Without You”, which features a 40-piece orchestra and what Matijevic calls the most emotional vocal he’s ever captured on tape. I mean, it’s not like he’s biased or anything… 😂 You can listen to the track below, and judge for yourself whether it was worth the 30-year wait.
Miljenko Matijevic: The Man, The Myth, The Legend
Born in Zagreb, Croatia, Matijevic has been a defining voice in rock for over three decades. From fronting STEELHEART to performing the music from the film “Rock Star” as the singing voice for Mark Wahlberg’s character, to fronting THE DOORS alongside Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger, he’s built one of rock’s most resilient careers. And let’s not forget his severe injuries in a 1992 stage accident that nearly ended his life. I mean, the man’s a rock god, what can I say? 🙏
And if you thought that was all, think again. Coming in 2026 from Matijevic is a new original hard rock project with Niclas Englin (THE HALO EFFECT, ex-IN FLAMES). Because, why stop now, right? 🤘 More information will be made available soon, but I’m sure it’ll be worth the wait. After all, we’ve only been waiting 30 years for “Without You” to drop… 😂
So, there you have it. STEELHEART’s “Without You” is out now, and it’s a wild ride. Buckle up, folks, and try to contain your excitement. 🎉
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