Meat Loaf

The flamboyant American creator, who died earlier this year, saw his 1977 release come out on top within ranking that was compiled for National Album Day.

Meat Loaf shot to worldwide fame in 1977 with Bat Out Of Hell, which became an international success that reigns as one of the best-selling albums in history.

After cutting a Newcastle Arena gig short due to throat problems, he set out to make it up to fans and the city by taking part in charity penalty shoot-out.