Cryptic title, no? Some background then.

Way back in 1986, an animated Transformers Movie was released named, somewhat predictably, Transformers: The Movie. Now, as silly as this may sound, this movie was a defining point for an entire generation of geeks, a landmark event that introduced so elements such as Unicron and the Matrix of Leadership into the Transformers canon.

I am exactly the right age to have enjoyed this movie as it was meant to be seen, through the eyes of a young child, and even today it can cut through the cynicism I've acquired over the years with rays of gleeful, boyish nostalgia.

There is a song in this movie, and those of you who have seen in probably know which one I mean, that I have long thought would make an awesome addition to Rock Band. That song is 'Touch' by Stan Bush. To modern ears, it's cheesy 80s metal, but it's such an important part of mine and so many others' childhood, I can't help but love it.

You're probably wondering what the point of all of this is. Well, it seems I'm not the only who thinks that this song deserves it's place in Rock Band, apparently Kotaku and Stan Bush himself want it there too.

So I ask you, my fellow Escapists, do me this one favour, help me make this dream a reality!

Questions, and their Answers:

Q: I'm just one man/woman/robot from the future, how can I help?
A: There are a few ways you can help, you send an e-mail, or click on the handy buttons at the bottom of the post, spread the word!

Q: Wait, an e-mail? Is this a petition?
A: Maybe, who wants to know?

Q: Well, I do, obviously.
A: Fair enough. Yes, it is a petition.

Q: Do petitions ever actually work?
A: I assume some of them do, otherwise why would people keep doing them?

Q: So what are you going to do with this e-mails?
A: Well, provided I get enough, I'll contact Harmonix and see what they say.

Q: Why Rock Band, why not one of the Guitar Heroes?
A: Three reasons. Firstly, I own Rock Band, secondly if it is released for Rock Band it is theoretically available for all future Rock Band sequels, thirdly Harmonix seem to have more of a sense of humour and by extension seem more amicable to this sort of thing.

Q: Wasn't this song in Boogie Nights?
A: Yes, yes it was.

Q: lol, ur ghey, that song sux!
A: Firstly, that's not a question, secondly, you're banned forever. Standard forum rules apply on this thread.

Q: I've never heard this song.
A: Here, have a video:

And here I thought I was a freak because I keep a CD in my car that has "The Touch" and "Dare" by Stan Bush, plus the movie version of the Transformers theme done by Lion.

Though Nil, why The Touch? Dare is not only the superior song, but it would PLAY so much better in such a game. More guitar, less synth, and by far a harder one to do.

Nilcypher, your title is a bit puzzling... I think it should be "Indulge an old Transformers fan."

That said, I support your movement.

I'd rather have the Transformers theme song, but I guess I'll sign anyway.

Khell_Sennet:

Though Nil, why The Touch? Dare is not only the superior song, but it would PLAY so much better in such a game. More guitar, less synth, and by far a harder one to do.

Because when Optimus Prime joins the battle in Autobot City on Earth, it's Touch playing and when Hot Rod opens the matrix to become Rodimus Prime, it's Touch playing.

"Touch" is like "You're the Best Around" from Karate Kid. It's a beloved 80's song for all those geeks out there, and while you can be embarrassed to bobbing your head when you think you're by yourself (the webcams are hidden in the wall), there's nothing wrong with it, either.

Dugg this one, did what I could. I'm not about to say the song is the best thing since sliced bread, but does it deserve a place in Rock Band. I'd expect the Transformers movie theme to make it in first, though, as it's more "guitar-y" than "Touch" is. One can hope, though, right?

You've got my support.

I'm too young to have enjoyed that movie (im only 19)but on a side i note i was brought into Transformersthrough the Beast Wars saga. Any thoughts on that?

Man I haven't seen that movie in a long time. I need to hear that song again too, it has been way too long.

Look, I understand, but given the lax performances of these excuses to re-vamp the Hasbro action figure line they cut funding on the Jem movie. I've never fully recovered.

She's Outrageous.

Truly, truly, truly outrageous.

Despite my feelings on the Michael Bay Transformers movie (it sucked, those of you that think its good just haven't realized it yet) I would indeed pay the $11.50 ticket price if they did include the song Touch in at least 2 epic fight scenes (which it seems is the only thing a Michael Bay movie can actually do well).

Edit: I do agree with you that the song would totally work in Rock Band or Guitar Hero World tour or any sort of band simulation game.

"You got the touch! You got the pow-wer!"

Man that scene was kick arse. The Autobot city was falling then outta nowhere, BAMN (slams fist down) Prime comes in and saves the day!

In all seriousness, that movie encased the first death scene I have ever seen. I was too young to understand but I remembered, I was scared by it.