Release of Testify, the single....

LP · 22 Jul 2003, 13:55

So, In my humble opinion this song, Testify, has the highest potential to make it in the UK charts - I won't go into reasons but I will if anyone asks!

If somebody lets us know a release date (and if enough copies are available) lets get it to the top of the charts. This song can do it!

We must have warning to save pennies!!

And how about more than one type of single release with different B sides, that always makes me buy more than one single

I have visions of the video already :)

LP

bambi · 22 Jul 2003, 14:10

that wud b cool but won't most ppl have allready have bought the album so then wont b botherd buying the single

LP · 22 Jul 2003, 14:31

Think it depends what extra the singles can offer i.e live tracks or interactive content....

mariella · 22 Jul 2003, 17:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by LP

So, In my humble opinion this song, Testify, has the highest potential to make it in the UK charts - I won't go into reasons but I will if anyone asks!

If somebody lets us know a release date (and if enough copies are available) lets get it to the top of the charts. This song can do it!

LP

Couldn't agree more. Think Testify is the song on the album that, with the right promotion, could go to #1 Worldwide! Almost everyone loves this one! I think there is something 'universal' about this song. Don't know how to explain it, but even my children like it (they 'Hate' ML) and all of my friends too (do not like ML either) I even ran into a group of people from Turkey. They couldn't understand the lyrics but said 'this is a great song'.
Me? I am Hooked!

Think this song 'can make history'!

Now, LP, I am 'asking'

Reasons, please!

Great day to you!!!

Mariella

LP · 22 Jul 2003, 17:39

Think you summed it up, you can either love this song cos it’s Meat Loaf or love it for just being a great song. We’re lucky enough to think its great for both of those reasons – just a universally great song!

On the video…..bet if they put some real thought into it somebody could create a seriously unique video, this song would carry it so well, and deserves any extra publicity a totally original video would bring. Not talking shock treatment, but I bet Meat is rubbing shoulders with some great new talent during his time making movies.....?

LP

mariella · 22 Jul 2003, 18:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by LP

Think you summed it up, you can either love this song cos it’s Meat Loaf or love it for just being a great song. We’re lucky enough to think its great for both of those reasons – just a universally great song!

On the video…..bet if they put some real thought into it somebody could create a seriously unique video, this song would carry it so well, and deserves any extra publicity a totally original video would bring. Not talking shock treatment, but I bet Meat is rubbing shoulders with some great new talent during his time making movies.....?

LP

I agree again, with a unique video (song is unique too) I think the 'Sky is the limit'. Now, two things, we don't know IF the recordcompany will release it and if they do, will they put up the money for the video! (And When does Meat have the time to shoot any video?)

But I think I might start to mail them about this

Because I truly believe in the potential of this song.

Love,

Mariella

I edited this because I am not going to mail them about this. Don't see much point in that. Could even be considered as 'bothering' them.

Jayd · 22 Jul 2003, 20:51

Let's get this song to number 1. Come on Mercury, get the promotion on this one right and maybe we will forgive you for the ~~~~-up on CHSIB. This song has it all, everyone I know loves this song. Definate No1

cerysmeatloaf · 22 Jul 2003, 21:38

Testify is a grate song i know i would b more than happy to buy more than 1 copy

Testify · 22 Jul 2003, 21:41

Im behind it 110%!! and more!!!

Terri · 22 Jul 2003, 22:43

Couldn't agree with you more, this is a great track with potential of being a number 1 hit without a doubt!

CarylB · 23 Jul 2003, 00:11

And Mercury have said the next commercial release will be November and the title track has yet to be decided. Meat has said that another video is unlikely because of the high cost of production against the limited playtime it would get.

heat · 23 Jul 2003, 00:17

So let me get this right, Caryl. Are you saying that Mercury have not said that Testify is due to be the next release from CHSIB?

Am a little confused here, as the beginning of the thread seems to indicate that it is due to be released as a single...

I sincerly hope that it isn't. As much as i love Meat and dearly want him to do well, i really don't think that Testify is the song that is going to do it for him. In reality, i just don't think it's mainstream enough, but that's just my opinion.

Now if it was BOY we were talking about, that'd be completely different...

Cathie · 23 Jul 2003, 00:22

Testify should be released! It's one of the best songs.
Actually having said that I think that all his songs should be released.

Pity that even if it is released it might not have a video. Shall we start our campaign of terror against the record company yet?

CarylB · 23 Jul 2003, 00:26

Their email of 17 June when I wrote asking about the "re-release" of CHSIB said:

Quote:

The info we requested is for the next proper commercial release single which will possily be TBC (but NOT Testify) and released in November, thats why we need the info, we couldn't physically turn around a single with the info you're providing, so it'll be used for the future single.

as for now we're re-servicing "Couldn't have said it better" to radio & TV and the existing single is still available to order.

From this I'd deduce the title track has not been decided

heat · 23 Jul 2003, 00:30

Thanks for clarifying that for me, Caryl.

Am i the only one that doesn't wasnt to see Testify released as a single?

CarylB · 23 Jul 2003, 00:30

Cathie wrote:

Quote:

Pity that even if it is released it might not have a video. Shall we start our campaign of terror against the record company yet?

Vicki asked Meat if there would be more videos. He replied no, giving the reasons I outlined above. He knows the business, so I can't help but think it would be counter-productive to start a campaign of terror against a company we want to be more supportive of his next single release ... just mo

mariella · 23 Jul 2003, 00:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by heat

Thanks for clarifying that for me, Caryl.

Am i the only one that doesn't wasnt to see Testify released as a single?

Heat, maybe we could start a poll about this? I am sure you are not the only one who feels this way. Since it hasn't been decided yet. Just an idea, but I don't know how to create one

I also think we should stay polite to the recordcompany. No matter how angry/frustrated we get. I also don't think all of us should mail them.
So, maybe if we create a poll, we could send them the results

Love,

Mariella

tbuck · 23 Jul 2003, 08:56

Just from my recent experiences..
Testify was the best received of the new 6 songs Meat did in WI and IA. While not exactly the center of the music-buying public, this is the heartland of America.

They all paid great attention to the new songs, but Testify seemed to get the crowds' attention the most. In concert Meat and Patti add a lot to it, as he tends to do, LOL. Wonder how long it will be at the end of the tour.

Still dazed and confused from 2 concerts in a little over a week. Want to share the joy w/ all. I'll start a thread on the IA concert, maybe that will light a fire under J's azz and get her review done. (j/k, she has been working hard to make this special for everyone who wasn't there, you will see). These damn day jobs sure disrupt w/ our love of great Rock & Rolll!

T

mariella · 23 Jul 2003, 12:16

Yes, I wonder just how long Testify will be at the end of the tour too!

Maybe the are considering doing 'a live-video' of the next single

Anyway, I would like to know what everyone here thinks should be the next single in November. Even if Mercury/Meat will make their own decision, most likely.

I would really appriciate it, if someone would start a poll with all songs from the album. I tried to make one, but I keep making such a mess of it

Love,

Mariella

tukayaway · 24 Jul 2003, 22:37

It would be fantastic to see this song performed with a huge gospel choir. And I love the intro with the heavy guitar riffs, I sort of wish it carried on through the song a bit more.

But it's one hell of a song, I can't wait to hear it live

Lady B · 29 Jul 2003, 09:34

Ooooooohh . . . a choir . . . I like THAT idea.

Lady B

CarylB · 29 Jul 2003, 16:41

In a reported interview with the on-line music site Baconmusic, Meat is quoted as saying in answer to the question:
While having great songs on the likes of Rock ‘n’ Roll Hero and Welcome To The Neighbourhood too, would you say its fair comment that the authentic Meat Loaf sound is not firing on all cylinders without Jim Steinman?

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I think they’re completely wrong and they don’t listen to the music. They make comments without thinking (laughs) – they’re totally wrong. Just look at Couldn’t Have Said It Better, Did I Say That?, Testify, Forever Young, Because Of You – (the latter written by two Englishman and the next single around Christmas time) – they’re brilliant songs!

It did not say whether this was a release for Europe or the UK .. but it is a UK site

Kev · 03 Aug 2003, 15:35

Because of You will do nothing over here in the UK and will not capture the people here. There is only Testify and Did I Say That that would have any effect here. With the right promotion campaign (lol, as if the shits at Mercury will do that) then Testify is the one to break the top 10.

How hard is it to see that with the right investment they will make more money. It's simple business... idiots.

You just know they will be ~~~~ing over the thought of Bat 3 on their lable and will push it too the moon...

CarylB · 03 Aug 2003, 16:26

Personally I agree with Meat .. Because of You is a beautiful song. I think Meat knows what he's talking about. And as to the final comment above .. tsk

Kev · 08 Aug 2003, 02:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarylB

Personally I agree with Meat .. Because of You is a beautiful song. I think Meat knows what he's talking about. And as to the final comment above .. tsk

Hehe, sorry, my language has been rather bad as of late. This is mainly due to the whole record label situation and my anger directed towards it.

I was in no way saying 'Because of you' is a poor song, my personal belief is far from that in all honesty. I was basically stating in my view this song wouldn't make an impact on the charts in England. It wouldn't capture the attention that a fast, catchy song like Testify would.

22 Jul 2003, 13:55	#1
LP Super Loafer Join Date: 18.06.2003 Location: Cornwall Posts: 262	Release of Testify, the single.... So, In my humble opinion this song, Testify, has the highest potential to make it in the UK charts - I won't go into reasons but I will if anyone asks! If somebody lets us know a release date (and if enough copies are available) lets get it to the top of the charts. This song can do it! We must have warning to save pennies!! And how about more than one type of single release with different B sides, that always makes me buy more than one single I have visions of the video already :) LP

22 Jul 2003, 14:10	#2
bambi Super Loafer Join Date: 04.07.2003 Location: if sum1 knows plz tell me!! Posts: 312	that wud b cool but won't most ppl have allready have bought the album so then wont b botherd buying the single

22 Jul 2003, 14:31	#3
LP Super Loafer Join Date: 18.06.2003 Location: Cornwall Posts: 262	Think it depends what extra the singles can offer i.e live tracks or interactive content....

22 Jul 2003, 17:39	#5
LP Super Loafer Join Date: 18.06.2003 Location: Cornwall Posts: 262	Think you summed it up, you can either love this song cos it’s Meat Loaf or love it for just being a great song. We’re lucky enough to think its great for both of those reasons – just a universally great song! On the video…..bet if they put some real thought into it somebody could create a seriously unique video, this song would carry it so well, and deserves any extra publicity a totally original video would bring. Not talking shock treatment, but I bet Meat is rubbing shoulders with some great new talent during his time making movies.....? LP

22 Jul 2003, 20:51	#7
Jayd If I could bust into hell....... I would Join Date: 13.06.2003 Location: Montclair, New Jersey Posts: 1,314	Let's get this song to number 1. Come on Mercury, get the promotion on this one right and maybe we will forgive you for the ~~~~-up on CHSIB. This song has it all, everyone I know loves this song. Definate No1

22 Jul 2003, 21:38	#8
cerysmeatloaf Super Loafer Join Date: 20.04.2003 Location: south wales uk Posts: 454	Testify is a grate song i know i would b more than happy to buy more than 1 copy

22 Jul 2003, 21:41	#9
Testify ragamuffin Join Date: 21.05.2003 Location: xxx daydreaming xxx Posts: 5,023	Im behind it 110%!! and more!!!

22 Jul 2003, 22:43	#10
Terri Super T Join Date: 14.05.2003 Posts: 1,235	Couldn't agree with you more, this is a great track with potential of being a number 1 hit without a doubt!

23 Jul 2003, 00:11	#11
CarylB Mega Loafer Join Date: 16.04.2003 Location: Sheffield UK Posts: 5,910	And Mercury have said the next commercial release will be November and the title track has yet to be decided. Meat has said that another video is unlikely because of the high cost of production against the limited playtime it would get.

23 Jul 2003, 00:17	#12
heat Rampant Loafer... Join Date: 29.07.2002 Location: welshy wales Posts: 5,706	So let me get this right, Caryl. Are you saying that Mercury have not said that Testify is due to be the next release from CHSIB? Am a little confused here, as the beginning of the thread seems to indicate that it is due to be released as a single... I sincerly hope that it isn't. As much as i love Meat and dearly want him to do well, i really don't think that Testify is the song that is going to do it for him. In reality, i just don't think it's mainstream enough, but that's just my opinion. Now if it was BOY we were talking about, that'd be completely different...

23 Jul 2003, 00:22	#13
Cathie Sweet But Sadistic Join Date: 18.06.2003 Location: Lincolnshire/Essex depending on the time of year! Posts: 4,098	Testify should be released! It's one of the best songs. Actually having said that I think that all his songs should be released. Pity that even if it is released it might not have a video. Shall we start our campaign of terror against the record company yet?

23 Jul 2003, 00:30	#15
heat Rampant Loafer... Join Date: 29.07.2002 Location: welshy wales Posts: 5,706	Thanks for clarifying that for me, Caryl. Am i the only one that doesn't wasnt to see Testify released as a single?

23 Jul 2003, 08:56	#18
tbuck Super Loafer Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: USA Posts: 355	Just from my recent experiences.. Testify was the best received of the new 6 songs Meat did in WI and IA. While not exactly the center of the music-buying public, this is the heartland of America. They all paid great attention to the new songs, but Testify seemed to get the crowds' attention the most. In concert Meat and Patti add a lot to it, as he tends to do, LOL. Wonder how long it will be at the end of the tour. Still dazed and confused from 2 concerts in a little over a week. Want to share the joy w/ all. I'll start a thread on the IA concert, maybe that will light a fire under J's azz and get her review done. (j/k, she has been working hard to make this special for everyone who wasn't there, you will see). These damn day jobs sure disrupt w/ our love of great Rock & Rolll! T

23 Jul 2003, 12:16	#19
mariella Mega Loafer Join Date: 04.02.2003 Location: Holland Posts: 4,063	Yes, I wonder just how long Testify will be at the end of the tour too! Maybe the are considering doing 'a live-video' of the next single Anyway, I would like to know what everyone here thinks should be the next single in November. Even if Mercury/Meat will make their own decision, most likely. I would really appriciate it, if someone would start a poll with all songs from the album. I tried to make one, but I keep making such a mess of it Love, Mariella

24 Jul 2003, 22:37	#20
tukayaway Super Loafer Join Date: 12.05.2002 Location: Luton, England Posts: 485	It would be fantastic to see this song performed with a huge gospel choir. And I love the intro with the heavy guitar riffs, I sort of wish it carried on through the song a bit more. But it's one hell of a song, I can't wait to hear it live

29 Jul 2003, 09:34	#21
Lady B Super Loafer Join Date: 06.02.2003 Location: Colorado ~ USA Posts: 334	Ooooooohh . . . a choir . . . I like THAT idea. Lady B

03 Aug 2003, 15:35	#23
Kev Just Kev Join Date: 01.06.2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,857	Because of You will do nothing over here in the UK and will not capture the people here. There is only Testify and Did I Say That that would have any effect here. With the right promotion campaign (lol, as if the shits at Mercury will do that) then Testify is the one to break the top 10. How hard is it to see that with the right investment they will make more money. It's simple business... idiots. You just know they will be ~~~~ing over the thought of Bat 3 on their lable and will push it too the moon...

03 Aug 2003, 16:26	#24
CarylB Mega Loafer Join Date: 16.04.2003 Location: Sheffield UK Posts: 5,910	Personally I agree with Meat .. Because of You is a beautiful song. I think Meat knows what he's talking about. And as to the final comment above .. tsk