Jeff Wayne Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version Of The War Of The Worlds (2LP)

LP02722

UPC: 88985449431
Release Date: 2018-01-26

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of the Worldsis a studio double album by American-born British musician, composer, and record producerJeff Wayne, released on 9 June 1978 byCBS Records. It is analbum musicaladapted from the science-fiction novelThe War of the WorldsbyH. G. Wellsin arock operastyle with a rock band, orchestra, narrator, andleitmotifsto carry the story and lyrics that express the feelings of the various characters. The album features guest artistsDavid Essex,Justin Hayward,Phil Lynott,Chris Thompson, andJulie Covington, with actorRichard Burtonas the narrator.