Recent music news highlights various cultural references and retrospectives surrounding Meat Loaf, including the near-casting of Bonnie Tyler's 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' for him in 1983, the legacy of his 1981 sophomore album, and the enduring influence of his work in films like 'Roadie' and the 'Bat Out of Hell' saga. Meanwhile, modern tributes such as Bon Iver's jingle for a meatloaf-themed bar item underscore his lasting impact on popular culture.