![]() In 2022, Matijevic released the single “ Trust in Love” in multiple languages in support of global peace and hopes that the song becomes an anthem for those who need hope in their lives. Also, the song, Steelheart, featured Matijevic hitting his highest note of. ![]() The singer also provided the vocals for Mark Wahlberg’s character in the 2001 film Rock Star which featured Steelheart’s “ We All Die Young”. Second single Ill Never Let You Go (Angel Eyes) reached 14 in the U.S. With a new lineup in tow, Matijevic has carried on the Steelheart name and released Wait (1996), Good 2B Alive (2008) and Through Worlds of Stardust (2017) while playing gigs whenever he can. The 1,000 pound truss fell on Matijevic breaking his nose, cheekbone and jaw and, subsequently, led to Steelheart’s breakup as Matijevic was in the hospital and rehab for a considerable amount of time. Matijevic attempted to climb a lighting truss only to discover it had not been properly secured. After playing 50 shows in support of 1992’s Tangled in Reins, Steelheart played a Halloween gig opening for Slaughter. 'Ill Never Let You Go (Angel Eyes)', by Steelheart, 1990 'Angel Eyes', by Ace of Base from The Bridge, 1995 'Angel Eyes', by Axel Rudi Pell from Tales of the Crown, 2008 'Angel Eyes', by Fair Control 'Angel Eyes', by Heartsdales, 2005 'Angel Eyes', by Jim Brickman, 1994 'Angel Eyes', by m.o.v. five years earlier?” is one that Matijevic has considered but knows he’s powerless to answer. With a modest level of success, the age old question of, “What would have happened had Steelheart moved to L.A. With a plane ticket and 4-song demo cassette in hand, the band, now called Steelheart, scored a record deal almost immediately after relocating to Los Angeles and within a year of moving to the West Coast, Steelheart was topping charts with “ I’ll Never Let You Go (Angel Eyes)” which showcased Milijenko Matijevic’s soaring and glass-shattering vocals. As Red Alert, the band spent most of the ‘80s honing songwriting skills and recording demos in Connecticut while playing occasional shows in a state that didn’t offer a lot of opportunities for a hard rock band. Though Steelheart was considered a new band when its self-titled release came out in 1990, the nucleus of the band had been together for nearly a decade. ![]()
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