MEAT LOAF - BAD ATTITUDE 12" LP Vinyl Album
"Bad Attitude" is the 1985 album by Meat Loaf, recorded in England. It features two songs by Jim Steinman, both previously recorded, and a duet with Roger Daltrey.
"Bad Attitude" is the 1985 album by Meat Loaf, recorded in England. It features two songs by Jim Steinman, both previously recorded, and a duet with Roger Daltrey.
While best known for his theatrical, over-the-top rock anthems, Meat Loaf's 1984 album "Bad Attitude" signaled a shift in sound and a tumultuous period in his relationship with songwriter Jim Steinman.
A Departure from the Steinman Formula
"Bad Attitude" stands apart in Meat Loaf's discography primarily due to the minimal involvement of his long-time collaborator, Jim Steinman. Only two songs on the album, "Modern Girl" and "Sailor to a Siren", were penned by Steinman, both of which had appeared on previous albums by other artists. While these tracks retain some Steinman grandeur, the album, as a whole, lacks the sweeping, epic feel characteristic of the pair's most iconic work.
Production Changes and Collaborations
Recorded in England, "Bad Attitude" saw Meat Loaf exploring new production styles and collaborators. The album features a harder rock edge on tracks like the title song and "Jumpin' the Gun". Of particular note is the duet with The Who's Roger Daltrey on "Bad Attitude," lending a raucous energy to the track.
Mixed Reception
Upon its release, "Bad Attitude" received mixed reviews. While some welcomed the change in direction and Meat Loaf's foray into harder-edged rock, others felt the album lacked the cohesive force and theatrical narratives of his prior works. Despite this, tracks like "Nowhere Fast" and "Piece of the Action" have developed pockets of dedicated fans over the years.
Album Description & Collectors information:This album "MEAT LOAF - Bad Attitude" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos |
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Large group photo of the "Meat Loaf" band
Lyrics of all the songs on Bad Attiude printed on the original custom inner sleeve
"Bad Attitude" Record Label Details: Arista 206 619
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