Meat loaf's tribute celebrates 45 years of hits in morristown — The Late Meat Loaf performing on his 2013 tour in the UK

MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Mayo Performing Arts Center will host a tribute to the legendary Meat Loaf featuring his own band, The Neverland Express. The event will highlight 45 years of the iconic album “Bat Out of Hell” as well as other greatest hits, with American Idol Season 13 winner Caleb Johnson taking on vocal duties.

Scheduled for October 28, the concert serves as a special nod to the Halloween season by including hit songs from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” a film in which Meat Loaf had a notable role.

The Neverland Express has been Meat Loaf’s backing band for many years, ensuring that the performance will be a true representation of the artist’s original sound. Caleb Johnson, known for his powerful vocals, will step in to honor the songs that made Meat Loaf a household name.

The event aims to provide an authentic experience for fans by combining the talents of those closely associated with Meat Loaf during his career. It serves both as a retrospective celebration of an iconic album and a tribute to a musician whose influence has spanned multiple generations.

Tickets for the event are available through the Mayo Performing Arts Center’s website. The inclusion of songs from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” adds an additional layer of entertainment, making the concert a fitting celebration during the Halloween season.

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