WILLIAM SHATNER's Version Of BLACK SABBATH's 'Iron Man': Studio Footage Posted Online
September 29, 2011Legendary actor William Shatner will release his new space-themed concept album entitled "Seeking Major Tom" on October 11 via the Los Angeles-based label Cleopatra Records. Comprised of 19 "interpretations" of classic intergalactic rock anthems, the release features guest appearances by Ritchie Blackmore (RAINBOW, DEEP PURPLE),Ian Paice (DEEP PURPLE),Zakk Wylde (BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, OZZY OSBOURNE),Carmine Appice (VANILLA FUDGE, ROD STEWART, OZZY OSBOURNE),Mike Inez (ALICE IN CHAINS) and Michael Schenker (MSG, UFO, SCORPIONS).
Of Wylde, Shatner previously said, "He's fantastic! I'm energized." Wylde was thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Shatner and added, "He's super cool, we had an awesome time working together."
"Seeking Major Tom" track listing:
Disc: 1
01. Major Tom (PETER SHILLING)
* Nick Valensi (THE STROKES) on guitar
* Zakk Wylde (BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, OZZY OSBOURNE) on guitar
* Mike Inez (ALICE IN CHAINS) on bass
02. Space Oddity (DAVID BOWIE)
* Ritchie Blackmore (DEEP PURPLE, RAINBOW) on guitar
* Alan Parsons on keyboards
03. In A Little While (U2)
* Manuel Gottsching (ASH RA TEMPEL) on guitar
04. Space Cowboy (STEVE MILLER)
* Brad Paisley on guitar and vocals
05. Space Trucking (DEEP PURPLE)
* Ian Paice (DEEP PURPLE) on drums
* Johnny Winter on guitar
06. Rocket Man (ELTON JOHN)
* Steve Hillage (GONG) on guitar
07. She Blinded Me With Science (THOMAS DOLBY)
* Bootsy Collins on bass
* Patrick Moraz (YES, MOODY BLUES) on keyboards/synthesizers
08. Walking On The Moon (THE POLICE)
* Toots (TOOTS & THE MAYTALS) on vocals
09. Spirit In The Sky (NORMAN GREENBAUM)
* Peter Frampton on guitar
10. Bohemian Rhapsody (QUEEN)
* John Wetton (ASIA) on bass and vocals
11. Silver Machine (HAWKWIND)
* Wayne Kramer (MC5) on guitar
* Carmine Appice (VANILLA FUDGE, ROD STEWART, OZZY OSBOURNE) on drums
12. Mrs. Major Tom
* Sheryl Crow on vocals
Disc: 2
01. Empty Glass (THE TEA PARTY)
* Michael Schenker (MSG, UFO, SCORPIONS) on guitar
02. Lost In The Stars (FRANK SINATRA version)
* Ernie Watts on saxophone
03. Learning to Fly (PINK FLOYD)
* Edgar Froese (TANGERINE DREAM) on guitar and keyboards
04. Mr. Spaceman (THE BYRDS)
* Dave Davies (THE KINKS) on guitar
05. Twilight Zone (GOLDEN EARRING)
* Warren Haynes (GOV'T MULE, ALLMAN BROTHERS) on guitar
06. Struggle (original track William Shatner / Adam Hamilton)
07. Iron Man (BLACK SABBATH)
* Zakk Wylde (BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, OZZY OSBOURNE) on guitar and vocals
* Mike Inez (ALICE IN CHAINS, OZZY OSBOURNE) on bass
08. Planet Earth (DURAN DURAN)
* Steve Howe (YES) on guitar
Video footage of
William Shatner laying down "Iron Man" vocals:
"Iron Man" (BLACK SABBATH cover) audio stream:
Photo/video credit: Eric Hendrikx
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