(DEAL PARK, NJ) -- Remember Jones will celebrate the sound of Meat Loaf and the music of Jim Steinman with three performances of Bat Out of Hell Live at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center from April 29 to May 1. Remember Jones will perform the entire classic album from 1977 and more with a 12-piece band and special guests that include Max Weinberg and Low Cut Connie.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer Max Weinberg from the E-Street Band, who recorded most of the Bat Out of Hell, will perform 7 songs from the album. The show will also feature Jim Steinman songs from other Meat Loaf albums, guest vocalists and musicians, and other featured artists to be announced.
One of the featured guests announced so far is Low Cut Connie (solo) who has earned praise for high-energy live performances, which Los Angeles Weekly described as "unmatched in all of rock right now." NPR Music describes his performances as “masterfully fluent in the foundational languages of Western pop.” Low Cut Connie (Adam Weiner) has also gained notoriety for attracting high-profile endorsements such as a surprise inclusion on Barack Obama’s Spotify Summer Playlist in 2015, and a personal association with Elton John, who has called the band one of his favorites.
Performances take place Friday, April 29 at 8:00pm; Saturday, April 30 at 8:00pm; and Sunday, May 1 at 7:00pm. Tickets range from $48 - $78 and are available for purchase online. A a special, limited VIP ticket available for $112. The VIP ticket will include admission to a post-show reception and curated interview with Weinberg and Jones as they discuss never before told stories of the Bat Out of Hell studio sessions and more. Proof of ID and vaccination required for entry.
Rising, national touring artist, singer/songwriter, and soulful entertainer Remember Jones calls Asbury Park, NJ home. Beyond his original music (including a soon-to-be released new album of 12 original songs, HAHA, BITCH!, and US tour in 2022), he has much acclaim with taking a body of work and reviving it with theatrical concepts and large bands. His dedications to Queen, Amy Winehouse, Jeff Buckley, and Joe Cocker have sold out venues across the country, and has opened the door to sharing stages with such legendary acts Ronnie Spector, Darlene Love, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Buster Poindexter, Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes, lead vocals with Everyone Orchestra, and many more.
Axelrod Performing Arts Center is located at 100 Grant Avenue in Deal Park, New Jersey. The venue produces its own professionally staged musicals and ballets for the Jersey Shore in collaboration with Broadway directors, choreographers, and designers, showcasing professional actors, dancers and singers.
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center fosters artistic excellence by showcasing varied and distinct cultural programs which enrich the imaginative, intellectual and creative soul, inspire Jewish journeys, and cultivate an appreciation of our diverse communities through the pursuit of the arts. A 501c3 organization, funding support for the Axelrod PAC comes from individuals, foundations, and grants that enable the arts center to present their year-round events and programming.
PHOTO BY DAVID ROSS LAWN
