Bat Out of Hell
Meat Loaf · 1977
50 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · progressive rock
Epic rock operas collide with theatrical storytelling and powerful vocal performances, creating a timeless sonic landscape.
Why this album works
- Best for
- epic storytelling experiences long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on October 21, 1977, 'Bat Out of Hell' was Meat Loaf's debut collaboration with composer Jim Steinman. At this point in his career, Meat Loaf had struggled to find commercial success despite previous work in theater and music. This album marked a transformative moment that catapulted him into stardom.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, progressive rock
Bat Out of Hell is an album by Meat Loaf, released in 1977. Epic rock operas collide with theatrical storytelling and powerful vocal performances, creating a timeless sonic landscape. Upon its release, 'Bat Out of Hell' became one of the best-selling albums of all time, selling over 14 million copies in the U.S. alone. The album's theatrical style and grandiose themes influenced countless artists and solidified its place in rock history, earning it critical acclaim and a lasting cultural legacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bat Out of Hell sound like?
Epic rock operas collide with theatrical storytelling and powerful vocal performances, creating a timeless sonic landscape. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Bat Out of Hell by Meat Loaf notable?
Upon its release, 'Bat Out of Hell' became one of the best-selling albums of all time, selling over 14 million copies in the U.S. alone. The album's theatrical style and grandiose themes influenced countless artists and solidified its place in rock history, earning it critical acclaim and a lasting cultural legacy. Released on October 21, 1977, 'Bat Out of Hell' was Meat Loaf's debut collaboration with composer Jim Steinman. At this point in his career, Meat Loaf had struggled to find commercial success despite previous work in theater and music. This album marked a transformative moment that catapulted him into stardom.
Who is Bat Out of Hell for?
Bat Out of Hell works well if you're into epic storytelling experiences, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Bat Out of Hell?
Bat Out of Hell has 8 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bat Out of Hell Standout 9:50
- 2 You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth (Hot Summer Night) 5:04
- 3 Heaven Can Wait 4:41
- 4 All Revved Up With No Place to Go 4:20
- 5 Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad Standout 5:25
- 6 Paradise by the Dashboard Light Standout 8:28
- 7 For Crying Out Loud 8:43
- 8 Dead Ringer for Love 4:24
Release Date
October 21, 1977
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
50 min 55 sec
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