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ClassicRockForever has returned after a long, lazy holiday. Hasn’t been much in the Classic Rock News department lately - except obituaries - and enough is enough already.  On the up side - we’ve been discovering some incredibly good music lately from local - often unknown - independent artists.   Yes there’s plenty of familiar feeling - yet fresh - new rock, blues and funky stuff out there. You just won’t find it on the radio.  However, you’ll hear about it here in the near future.  More to come.

Soul Power - James Brown

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James Brown - Soul Power

Meat Loaf - Bat Out Of Hell: The Original Tour on DVD

(PR)—Released in October 1977, Meat Loaf’s Bat Out Of Hell went on to become one of the most iconic albums of the seventies, blending Rock ‘N’ Roll and theatrical flourish. Touring in support of this album, Meat Loaf appeared on Rockpalast in June of 1978. Eagle Rock Entertainment, through its Eagle Vision subsidiary, has released Bat Out Of Hell: The Original Tour on DVD - and it’s in stores now [MSRP $14.98].

Filmed at the Stadthalle Offenbach, Bat Out of Hell: The Original Tour captures the raw excitement of Meat Loaf’s epic stage show. Larger-than-life songs like “You Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth (Hot Summer Night)” and “Paradise By The Dashboard Light” sounded absolutely extravagant performed live. Not only does Meat Loaf dominate the stage, but also he captivates audiences with the riveting nature of his songs, with the help of the album’s songwriter Jim Steinman and female vocalist Karla DeVito. It’s visual proof of the power of Bat Out Of Hell, which certified 10x Platinum and sold over 40 Million copies. Also included is a bonus interview from 1978 with Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman.

Track Listing:
1.) Great Boleros Of Fire
2.) Bat Out Of Hell
3.) You Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth (Hot Summer Night)
4.) All Revved Up With No Place To Go
5.) Paradise By The Dashboard Light
6.) Introducing The Band
7.) Johnny B Goode
8.) River Deep, Mountain High
9.) Johnny B Goode (reprise)
10.) Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad
11.) All Revved Up With No Place To Go (reprise)

Meat Loaf Videos:
Bat Out Of Hell
You Took The Words
2 Out Of 3

James Taylor & Carole King Announce World Tour

This one might be good for your live performance bucket list - lots of history here.   Billed as the “Troubadour Reunion” tour” - the song list will include selections they performed together at the Troubadour club in Los Angeles back in 1969.   Get the complete story along with specific dates and locations right here.

Bon Jovi Fans Get To Decide Which Song The Band Will Perform On The Grammy Awards

What’s it gonna be? “Livin’ On A Prayer” or “Wanted Dead Or Alive”? Actually, there are six tunes to choose from if you want to cast your vote online. Get the complete song list and VOTE HERE.