I think a 'greatest hits' may be difficult with all the different record labels involved, however I do think he should look at getting more exposure through 2008.
Even though I have a lukewarm feeling about American Idol, it's ten times better than X-Factor and would raise Steinman's profile hugely, and it is shown in England (a few days after US transmission).
Maybe offer up a new song for the winner's single?
A Dream Engine album would be perfect for this year (or last), with a 'featuring songs from the upcoming Bat musical' promo angle?
If not that, an established artiste releases a track 'from the upcoming musical'.
Lots of press. A Mojo or Q magazine feature would be cool, the 'making of Bat musical'.
The Bonnie album could help, if he does promo with her.
A really cool Bat website, and 'myspace' if necessary (I don't see the point, if you have a web site).
BTW - Stop knocking Boy George, his street sweeping is second to none; Manhattan never looked so clean.
> I think what should happen this year, especially with the
> fabled Bat musical opening in 2008/9 is:
>
> Jim to release HIS greatest hits CD and a compilation
> music video DVD.
> Get someone in charge of The Dream Engine who can operate
> a phone to book some gigs.
> Do American Idol, have a Jim Steinman week. Talk about
> exposure.
> I think the Jennifer Hudson idea is a good one and I also
> like the Boyzone idea, especially for the 10th Anniversary
> of No Matter What.
> A 10th Anniversary concert special of Whistle Down The
> Wind, with some of, if not all of, the artists from the
> concept recording (less Boy George of course)
>
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