Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds: The New Generation [DVD]

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Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of the War of the Worlds recorded as a concept album by CBS Records (now Sony BMG) between 1976 and 1977, and released in June 1978 as a two-disc set. "Forever Autumn" and "The Eve of the War" were also released as singles.

New Zealand album certifications – Jeff Wayne – War of the Worlds". Recorded Music NZ . Retrieved 4 March 2020.The album spawned two singles. On 2 June 1978, an edited version of "Forever Autumn" was released which went to No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart. [10] This was followed by "The Eve of the War", released in September 1978. [3] Some of the North American and European pressings featured new lead vocals from Thompson. In 1979, a seven-minute disco remix of "The Eve of the War" was released. [10] Musical Version Of "The War Of The Worlds" ". Dutch Charts . Retrieved 25 October 2023. {{ cite magazine}}: Cite magazine requires |magazine= ( help) In 1897, The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells was published in serialized form. Its immense popularity led to the science fiction story being published as a novel. The book has since inspired plays, films, television series, and a wealth of sci-fi stories.

In June of this year, we announced that The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience would be relocating to a new London venue, however, soon after our announcement, we had the wonderful and unexpected opportunity to remain at Leadenhall Street for a further two years, which we couldn’t say ‘no’ to. White, Chris (3 June 1978). "Talent Scene: Wayne's War: Set to conquer the concept album market" (PDF). Newsweek. No.22. United Kingdom. p.22. ISSN 0265-1548. Archived from the original (PDF) on 9 March 2021 . Retrieved 21 November 2021.a b Burrows, Alex (26 September 2020). "The story behind Jeff Wayne's The War Of The Worlds". Louder . Retrieved 5 December 2020. The DVD was released in November 2006 and was the highest selling music DVD in the UK for seven weeks. The two-disc set included behind-the-scenes and rehearsal footage, and interviews with creative team members and the cast. Kent, David (1993). Australian Chart Book 1970–1992 (illustrateded.). St Ives, N.S.W.: Australian Chart Book. p.19. ISBN 0-646-11917-6. Staged to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the original album release, with dates across the UK. Featured a new setup of staging, choreography, costumes, and a new cast of actors, and a reprise of "Forever Autumn" from the 2016 West End production.