Guardian Music — Hip-hop acts know all about cashing in with sequel albums, but other artists are more devious when trading on past glories. So just when will he hear Definitely Maybe 2: This Time It's Tuneful?It's been the year of hip-hop redux. Eminem is finishing ... more info

AngryApe — She wants to star in a Meat Loaf musical more info

Guardian Music — The ageing Britpop monolith seems to be performing a homage to the latest diva dance routines. And it is a joy to beholdAutumn has thus far bestowed on us many music videos that, to some extent, dispose of sets, background distractions and extraneous... more info

Perez Hilton — Poor guy looks like he fell into the MAC counter, but unfortunately he had a specific look in mind! Dressed like a vampire while trying to emulate the singer Meat Loaf, Eric Brown was arrested for allegedly grabbing the wheel of a taxi he was in on ... more info

Altsounds — With back-to-school season in full swing, *Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp* is giving music fans the opportunity to learn from some of the most influential artists in the industry. Multi-Platinum, GRAMMY® award winning ro... more info

411 Mania — As music lovers, sometimes it's hard to admit that we like the things that we do. This week, the 411Music Critics discuss their top 5 musical guilty pleasures. They list everything from Abba to Oasis, Meatloaf to Moby, Will Smith to Britney Spears, a... more info

411 Mania — This week, 411Music Critics Mitch Michaels and Michaels Knowles square off on current issues. Will the new Meatloaf be worth it? Does Lady GaGa wear a strap on? Did Chris Brown get the deal of the century? Is Paula Abdul better off away from American... more info

Meat Loaf is halfway done with a new album, which he plans to release next year. A source has confirmed that Queen's Brian May makes a guest appearance. more info

411 Mania — Queen's Brian May to make guest appearance... more info

Undercover, Australia — Meat Loaf is halfway through a new album, his first since announcing his retirement in 2007. more info