Two singles from the album were released; "Forever Autumn", with Hayward on lead vocals, reached number 5 in the UK, followed by the disco-inspired opening track, "The Eve of the War". Hayward reprised his original role as The Sung Thoughts of the Journalist and Thompson returned as The Voice of Humanity. A new setup of staging, choreography, costumes and cast of actors were introduced. Very quickly. During the Journalist's narration, the album's leitmotif plays in the background. In 2011, Wayne held a press conference in London to announce the release of a new version of the original album, titled Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds The New Generation. Filmed at London's O2 Arena, the production features Liam Neeson (in holography form), Jason Donovan, Ricky Wilson, Marti Pellow, Will Stapleton, and Kerry Ellis, as well as the nine-piece Black. In celebration of our upcoming 2022 tour and the world starting to ease back into normality, were thrilled to share with you our brand new version of Life Begins Again. The first Spanish edition featured Anthony Quinn re-recording the Journalist's narration and other dialogue originally voiced by Essex, Covington, and Lynott. The Bombarding Machine carries a Black Smoke mortar as its primary armament. The Black smoke is rarely depicted in other media, and when it is, it is only on unusual occasions. Last night I had the pleasure of going to see Jeff Wayne conducting the 10-piece Black Smoke Band and 36-piece ULLAdubULLA Strings playing his version of the The War of The Worlds, I have loved this since I was a kid (it must have been the prog rock that Jeff used back 1978 production) but also the voice of Richard Burton (as George Herbert, The Journalist) that haunts the whole thing and in particular with this production his hologram hangs over the CIA in Cardiff. Westlife's Brian McFadden played the role of the Sung Thoughts of the Journalist (played by Martin on the previous tour), Les Misrables' Carrie Hope Fletcher played Beth (Played by Kerry Ellis on the 2012 tour), and Jason Donovan reprised his role of Parson Nathaniel. It is an album musical adapted from the science-fiction novel The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells in a rock opera style with a rock band, orchestra, narrator, and leitmotifs to carry the story and lyrics that express the feelings of the various characters. The whole population of the great six-million city was stirring, slipping, running; presently it would be pouring en masse northward. Featuring extraordinary talent from all walks of entertainment, including some familiar faces, plus new ones too. The 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA strings. (Black Smoke Band - electric guitar) 2013; Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of 'The War of the Worlds' 8.8. Other changes included adding the character of Carrie's Father (actor Nigel Barber) and lyrics to the song "Life Begins Again". In late 2004 the ULLAdubULLA II production had been commissioned for an animated CGI film version. It won two Ivor Novello Awards, including one for Wayne and main lyricist Gary Osborne for Best Instrumental or Popular Orchestral Work. Warning: contains spoilers for War of the Worlds Season 2. Wayne said the one that he is asked about the most is the sound of the cylinder unscrewing when the Martians emerge from their spaceship, which he achieved by turning and scraping two kitchen saucepans together that Young then amplified and captured in stereo. [2][21], The album spawned two singles. The album premiered at a launch party at the London Planetarium on 1 June 1978, and featured a playback accompanied by a laser show. Wells. After the William Rowland and Vera May prologue was moved into a pre-show (with the characters performing among the audience rather than on stage), O'Neill appeared in a new prologue as a 33-year-old Wells, opening the show with a speech about 19th century England during the dying moments of 1899. YouTube channel on 23 October 2020 and was available for that weekend. He introduces himself and his work on The War of the Worlds before the on-screen introduction of the Martians. Im very proud that role has been performed beautifully by my daughter, Anna-Marie. On 28 September 2021, the full cast was announced, including Duncan James as Parson Nathaniel, Nathan James again playing his role of The Voice of Humanity, Anna-Marie Wayne as Carrie; the Journalist's Fianc, and, from the original 1978 album, Justin Hayward as The Sung Thoughts of the Journalist. The Black Smoke Band were top notch and some perfect guitar solos and banging percussion. He again encounters the Artilleryman, who is planning a new life underground that would allow humans to evade the Martians and ultimately strike back with reverse-engineered fighting machines. The Bombarding Machine carries a Black Smoke mortar as its primary armament. Beth, Parson Nathaniel's wife, also does not exist in the novel. [3] Upon learning that Burton was in a production of the play Equus in New York City, Wayne delivered a letter with a copy of the album's script to the stage doorman and hoped for him to read it. Set just after the end of World War II, he is dying, but now speaks about the extent of atrocities committed during the recent war, how human beings can, in some shapes and forms, be as destructive as the Martians had been in his novel. The War Of The Worlds - The New Generation is a music studio album recording by JEFF WAYNE (Crossover Prog/Progressive Rock) released in 2012 on cd, lp / vinyl and/or cassette. By 2022, which marks 16 years of live touring, the production will be up to 12 trucks, with a host of ingredients and special effects to challenge and excite . Nearly 40 years on, based on HG Wells' dark Victorian tale, Jeff Waynes Musical Version of The War of The Worlds remains a firm favourite to millions around the world. Ogilvy, an astronomer convinced that no life could exist on Mars, assures the Journalist there is no danger. [8], The album was recorded at Advision from 18 May 1976 to 30 June 1977. The black smoke, or black powder, is a fictitious poisonous gas in H. G. Wells' 1898 science fiction novel The War of the Worlds, used by the Martians to eliminate groups of humans, especially artillery crews, and conveyed by shells fired from a gun-like "black tube" carried by the Tripods' whip-like tentacles. Most notably, this tour has been marketed with this comparison to its original 2006 counterpart: 'In 2006 TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. A model Fighting Machine featured on stage. [28][29] The recorded show was well received in a series of platform digital screenings in the UK before it transitioned to home entertainment; it was released on DVD in November 2013. It was first performed live in London in 2006, and has since toured the world several times over. Since the album was released, Wayne has tried to be more faithful to his original version by toning down the synthesizer elements and re-arranging the string orchestra when he performed the album live in 2014 and 2018, but keeping his new compositions and Liam Neeson's narration entirely unchanged. Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings. On 15 October 2018 it was announced on the Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds Official Twitter page and on the official website that after over a year in work, a brand new production of Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Musical Drama will be available on Audible.com on 29 November 2018. ", "Liam Neeson joins War of the Worlds musical as hologram", "Neeson 'Intimidated' By War of the Worlds", "Gary Barlow sings on new War of the Worlds album", "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds The New Generation: Alive On Stage (2012)", "Jeff Wayne's War of The Worlds - Alan Titchmarsh Show - 27.10.12", "Jeff Wayne - Forever Autumn ft. Gary Barlow", "Q&A Damian Collier, Producer for Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds", "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of the War of the Worlds The New Generation - New Double Album Released By Sony Music", "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds The New Generation Alive on Stage! [3], The disco influences on "The Eve of the War" was Wayne's intention of wanting the album to be entertaining for people. A huge thank you to the cast, crew, The ULLAdubULLA Strings and The Black Smoke Band for making it the incredible production it has turned out to be. A few lines during the battle with the Thunder-Child suggests that the flying machine also was capable of deploying Black Smoke, but whether this is done through cylinders or by spraying it out is unknown. The musical live tour has, in the past, seen performances from the likes of a virtual Richard Burton, Jennifer Ellison, Rhydian Roberts, Jason Donovan, Liz McClarnon, Ricky Wilson, Liam Neeson, Marti Pellow and more. Nathaniel, driven mad by his horrific experiences of the Martian attacks, blames himself for the invasion and believes the invaders are demons arising from human evil. The cast of players for the 40th Anniversary tour received critical acclaim, with many praising the acting, singing, and chemistry between Jason Donovan and Carrie Hope Fletcher during "The Spirit of Man". [5][10] Wayne was "too chicken" to deliver the finished product to CBS himself, so he had his future wife Geraldine, then an assistant to the label's business affairs director, to hand it in. We hope you all enjoyed The Life Begins Again Tour as much as we enjoyed performing it. Filmed at London's Wembley Arena, and using a blend of theatre, music and visual . Top Drawer Tours Ltd 1978 - 2020. The touring cast includes Jason Donovan (who previously played the Artilleryman on tour) as Parson Nathaniel and West End theatre star Kerry Ellis as Beth. [14], Wayne's original budget estimate for the album was 34,500. The War of the Worlds is a live stage show adaptation of the cult classic 1897 science fiction novel by H.G Wells, and Jeff Wayne's 1978 LP. The Journalist flees with the crowd. The Final Arena Tour ended on 16 December 2014 in Amsterdam. The new song for the 40th Anniversary tour, which was first seen in the 2016 West End production, was a reprise of "Forever Autumn". The black smoke, or black powder, is a fictitious poisonous gas in H. G. Wells' 1898 science fiction novel The War of the Worlds, used by the Martians to eliminate groups of humans, especially artillery crews, and conveyed by shells fired from a gun-like "black tube" carried by the Tripods' whip-like tentacles. Based on HG Wells' dark Victorian tale, it remains a firm favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages. Several musical changes were made for the West End production including a key change for the song "Thunder Child", a new song written for the production titled "With Joy and Hope and Wonder", as well as a "Forever Autumn" duet at the beginning of Act II. In a churchyard, he encounters the Parson Nathaniel and his wife Beth. Becky's innate calmness and dedication to her job has ensured that the eight Black Smoke band members, five guest artists, 36-piece orchestra and Mr. Wayne himself have all heard . Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds is very proud to announce the release of 'Life Begins Again', a song for the times, performed by the cast of the upcoming 2022 arena tour: Strictly Come Dancing's Kevin Clifton, Blue's Duncan James, Steps' Claire Richards, Inglorious' Nathan James, Stage & Screen's Anna-Marie Wayne and The Moody Blues' Justin Hayward. Also love David Essex's voice and of course Justin Hayward (he lived about three quarters of a mile from me when we were all growing up) but I think how lucky we all were to be around in the famous sixties and . Leaf drops over the audience. My name is Jeff Wayne and Im the Composer, Producer and Conductor of the Musical Version of 'The War of The Worlds. Wells on stage in three separate stages of his life. Epilogue (Part 2) Horsell Common and the Heat Ray 3. Kevin Clifton said: "I am unbelievably excited to be joining the cast of Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds. This new piece, entitled "Distant Shores", is an exchange between the two after they have been separated and is seen onstage via holographic projections of both characters in which they express hope they may one day see each other again, speaking as though to each other, from distant shores. You . FEATURING: The iconic 3-tonne, 30-foot tall Martian Fighting Machine firing real-flame Heat Rays at the audience. Directed by Nick Morris Cast (in credits order) Produced by Music by Jeff Wayne Film Editing by Sound Department Music Department Additional Crew Christopher Woodhams . Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds is a studio double album by American-born British musician, composer, and record producer Jeff Wayne, released on 9 June 1978 by CBS Records.It is an album musical adapted from the science-fiction novel The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells in a rock opera style with a rock band, orchestra, narrator, and leitmotifs to carry the story and . Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds is a studio double album by American-born British musician, composer, and record producer Jeff Wayne, released on 9 June 1978 by CBS Records. The music is intermixed with re-voiced narration and leitmotifs to carry the story forward via rhyming melodic lyrics that express the feelings of the various characters. Where was the black smoke coming from? On 2 June 1978, an edited version of "Forever Autumn" was released which went to No. The large-scale and constantly evolving production of Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds, which has been touring arenas for 16 years, . [13], A live tour based on the album began on 29 November 2012 and began playing across the UK and Europe. One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War Of The Worlds returns to UK arenas in 2022 with The Life Begins Again Tour. The Black Smoke Band consists of the amazing work of Chris Spedding's guitars, the brilliant Herbie Flowers on bass guitar, visionary Jeff . My Musical Version since 2006 has sold out Arenas worldwide and in 2012 we re-imagined the 1978 double album with a modern twist. All dialogue written by Doreen and Jeff Wayne's father Jerry Wayne, based upon H.G. We've achieved more than we ever thought was possible both musically and technologically. This was performed by both Anna-Marie Wayne and Newton Faulker as their respective characters at the beginning of Act II. [4] Wayne has these early recordings on his original multitrack tapes, but has no interest in releasing them. Wells. All music by Jeff Wayne, and all tracks feature narration by Richard Burton. [3][7] Ricky Wilson retains his role as the Artilleryman from the album version. The Black Smoke is reportedly deadly enough that any living organism that touched it would be killed almost instantaneously; in the 1938 radio play, it said that even gas masks could not prevent the gas from killing the wearer. The smoke was even enough to disorient Superman, although his Kryptonian biology allowed him to go for minutes without inhaling it, with it being so thick that not even he could see through it. The tour finally began in the UK and Ireland in April 2006, and featured Wayne conducting the 48-piece ULLAdubULLA Strings and 10-piece Black Smoke Band. Video. 'The War of The Worlds'. The album features guest artists David Essex, Justin Hayward, Phil Lynott, Chris Thompson, and Julie Covington, with actor Richard Burton as the narrator. Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of the War of the Worlds - Alive on Stage! Wayne had to convince the guest artists that they were the right performers for their role, and got them keen to carry out their parts. A huge thank you to the cast, crew, The ULLAdubULLA Strings and The Black Smoke Band for making it the incredible production it has turned out to be. The Black Smoke Band too give the production their all and gave the alien-ness of the Martians such an amazing quality when coupled with the CGI effects. Thunder Child 6. When Noll had to leave the show halfway through its 2009 tour, the role of Parson Nathaniel went to Damien Edwards, who completed the run. II and III Fighting Machines, and as bombs on Flying Machines. One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Waynes Musical Version of The War of The Worlds - Alive on Stage! The Sung Thoughts of the Journalist is then heard. The tour visited Australia and New Zealand in 2007; the former leg featured Australian Idol runner-up Shannon Noll as Parson Nathaniel, actress Rachael Beck as Beth, and Michael Falzon as the Artilleryman, alongside Hayward, Thompson, Spedding and Flowers in the band. The 8-piece Black Smoke . [15] Michael Falzon and Lily Osborne appear as new characters William Rowland and Vera May respectively, appearing in a new prologue that segues into a re-animated version of the Martians' preparations for their invasion of Earth, introduced to the tour in 2009. The virtual Burton was also improved; the whole face was animated (an actor was found with a similar facial structure, all of Burton's narrative parts were mimed, and his face was superimposed onto the face of the actor). Wayne felt the composing side of his career "had diminished" by this time, and started looking for a story "to get passionate about" and interpret musically, to which his father Jerry suggested the science-fiction novel The War of the Worlds by H. G. The tour took place across the UK and the Netherlands, beginning in Sheffield on 27 November 2014 and coming to a close on 16 December 2014 in Amsterdam. The Moody Blues Justin Hayward (The Sung Thoughts of The Journalist), David Essex (The young Artilleryman), Thin Lizzys Phil Lynott (Parson Nathaniel), Manfred Manns Earth Bands Chris Thompson (The Voice of Humanity) and Julie Covington (Beth, Parson Nathaniels wife). A filmed production of Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds will be streamed for free online from Christmas Day. We've achieved more than we ever thought was possible both musically and technologically. [9], The album won two Ivor Novello Awards, including one for Wayne and Osborne for Best Instrumental or Popular Orchestral Work. The Forever Autumn . The invaders easily defeat the British army thanks to their advanced. The haunting rock from the 10-piece Black Smoke Band and the stirring strings from the fabulous 36-piece ULLAdubULLA Strings are at the heart of this production. Tom Woodstock guitars (The Heat Ray), additional keyboards, Gaetan Schurrer programming, keyboards, additional drum production, Chris Spedding electric guitar, acoustic guitar, Tom Woodstock guitars, keyboards, backing vocals, Huw Davies guitars, mandolin, autoharp, tar, voice box (Farewell Thunder Child tour), Olivia Jageurs percussion, harp (Farewell Thunder Child tour), This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 19:21. How fast were the Martian's able to repair their fighting machines? [15] The album's packaging includes a 16-page colour booklet with artwork and a synopsis of the tracks. NEW FOR 2022: The . Daniel Boys was understudy for all the roles sung by male artists and performed as Parson Nathaniel for the limited-ticket dress rehearsal on 12 April 2006 (as it was later discovered that Watson was experiencing medical issues). Jimmy Nail played Parson Nathaniel, Daniel Bedingfield was The Artilleryman, and Heidi Range appeared as Beth. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . [30] A further UK live tour took place in December 2007 with Justin Hayward, Chris Thompson, Alexis James, John Payne as Parson, and Sinad Quinn as Beth. The Black Smoke is truly more of an aerosol as it is dense and sinks to the ground (meaning that one could climb to a high place and survive) and that as it clears, it leaves behind a black, powdery residue that is cleared away by Martians with jets of hot steam. There are two people in this world, those who get Jeff . ULLA! "So we had to do it wild. [8], The album had a positive review in Record Mirror, with review Bev Briggs declaring it as "four sides of sheer excellence" and after reading the novel and feature film, the album is "the most easily stomachable of the lot." There's also audio and visual elements featuring Richard Burton, as well as the ten-piece Black Smoke Band and the 48-piece Ulladubulla Strings. It has since been in the UK top 100 albums for 240 weeks, and has sold over 2.7 million copies in the country. The canisters also do not explode when they hit the ground, but rather shatter, and the smoke inside billows out. All Rights Reserved. [18] Elsewhere, it charted in 22 countries and reached number one in 11 of them including Australia, where it was top for seven weeks. Effects were applied to Jerry's voice to make it sound more individual. One of the most trailblazing tours of all time, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of 'The War of The Worlds' - Alive on Stage! It features both all new footage as well as footage seen on the CGI 100-foot wide screen used during the live shows. Menu. Mixed live in Surround Sound. All in all it IS another huge step forward for this late 70's idea. This would mark the 15th anniversary of the first War of the Worlds live tour, based on the 1978 album, which began in the UK and Ireland in April 2006. Liam Neeson's narration and holography was once again used in the show. Black Smoke weapons require the Biochemical Plant to be built in a territory before they can be attached to a tripod, and the Tempest furthermore requires an Explosives Plant. The New Generation", "Casting Announced For Jeff Wayne's Musical Phenomenon The War Of The Worlds With Liam Neeson In 3D Hologram", "Irish-charts.com Discography Jeff Wayne", "British album certifications Jeff Wayne The War Of The Worlds - New Generation", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jeff_Wayne%27s_Musical_Version_of_The_War_of_the_Worlds__The_New_Generation&oldid=1141779285, "The Artilleryman and The Fighting Machine", "The Spirit of Man" (Lyrics by Gary Osborne), "Brave New World" (Lyrics by Gary Osborne). Many ran out of their homes screaming while others packed up their cars and fled. The trio takes refuge in a nearby cottage that is soon surrounded by black smokea Martian chemical weapon. returns to arenas throughout the UK in 2022, and were thrilled to announce two of our new cast members! [3] Wayne lived close to Primrose Hill at the time of writing, which is where the Martians come to their demise in the novel. [4] Wayne was aware of the famous 1938 radio drama adaptation directed and narrated by Orson Welles, but he wanted to stay close to the original story and set his version in Victorian England. Bill did it. Dead London 12. One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War Of The Worlds - Alive On Stage returns to arenas throughout the UK in 2021. [8][22] In 1979, the album was named Best Recording in Science Fiction and Fantasy, in a panel of judges that included George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, and Alfred Hitchcock. But in 2021, which marks a momentous 15 years of live touring, the production is up to 12 trucks, and with it, a host of ingredients and special effects that will challenge and excite the senses.". Due to the consistent popularity of the original album, Wayne decided to return to his score and re-create it for a new generation of audiences, as well as re-launch a live tour throughout the United Kingdom and Europe. The newly arrived Martians construct a handling machine: a squat, spider-like vehicle used to capture and collect humans. If memory serves me the original LP was the longest chart running album ever alongside Meatloaf's "Bat Out Of Hell" and I . Wayne went to great lengths to ensure there was interaction with the audience. The controller sees a green flare erupt from Mars' surface. [8][19] In April 1979, the album exceeded platinum status in the Netherlands, New Zealand, and Australia, and gold certification in Canada, Spain, Israel, and Belgium. A mechanical claw explores the cottage and drags Nathaniel away. As Beth attempts to restore his faith in humanity, a Martian cylinder crashes into the cottage and she is buried under the rubble. "[26], In 2020, writing for Prog, Alex Burrows described the record as "the ultimate concept album and best-selling prog soundtrack of all time", concluding "it's still an album that certainly ticks all the boxes of the true definition of 'progressive': groundbreaking, cutting-edge and seminal."[1]. The cast features actor Liam Neeson as the Narrator and Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson as the Artilleryman. The live version of Jeff Wayne's 1978 bestselling album was brought to the stage in 2006 as part of a sell-out tour of the UK. Following its release in November 1978, Wayne had to re-do the album because Quinn's script was in Mexican Spanish and not Peninsular Spanish. Forever Autumn 5. [23] Tickets went on sale 22 November 2013. Last night I had the pleasure of going to see Jeff Wayne conducting the 10-piece Black Smoke Band and 36-piece ULLAdubULLA Strings playing his version of the The War of The Worlds, I have loved this since I was a kid (it must have been the prog rock that Jeff used back 1978 production) but []. In early 2018, Jeff Wayne announced that The War of The Worlds would be touring again with a special limited two month UK Tour celebrating the album's 40th Anniversary. Jeff Wayne's double album version of HG Wells' The War of The Worlds was released in 1978 and featured Richard Burton, Justin Hayward, David Essex, Chris Thompson and Julie Covington. Gary Barlow's performance of "Forever Autumn" received praise, but many criticized Ricky Wilson's performance as The Artilleryman, mainly for his delivery of the spoken dialogue. Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings while the show also features the iconic 3-tonne, 35-foot tall Martian Fighting Machine firing real-flame Heat Rays over the audience. The 2021 production will also feature brand new lighting, pyrotechnics and otherworldly special effects; a ground-breaking levitation effect, and the release of deadly black smoke from the Martian Fighting Machine. [30] DVD releases of The Final Arena and 40th Anniversary tours are unlikely to ever come to fruition. He changed his mind when a "young lad" and employee of The Moody Blues' record shop in Cobham, heard the demo and told Hayward it was an ideal song for him. Alive on Stage! The experience will also feature a giant 30-foot tall martian robot, armed with dual . [4] Wayne thought Hayward was the right singer for "Forever Autumn" and sent him a demo with the invitation to participate, but Hayward was unconvinced. In 1984 CRL Group PLC released Jeff Wayne's Video Game Version of The War of the Worlds for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum home computer. This release was dedicated to Falzon, who died on 23 June 2020 from germ cell cancer, and included link to a donation page for the Chris O'Brien Lifehouse where he was treated. To purchase one, please visit our e-store here. Disc 1 contains the live show and Disc 2 contains extras and a documentary of the making of the live show. [32] During the climax, a tripod fires a black smoke rocket at the fleeing humans only for Superman to catch the projectile and throw it back at the tripod, the impact downing it. Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings. He approached John Pasche, who went on to design the logo on the front cover, and direct the overall design of the record's sleeve which features paintings from three artists: Geoff Taylor, Mike Trim, and Peter Goodfellow. When this lid falls off, a Martian creature emerges. It was a great way to engage the audience in the interval and we got a few I Love you Jason and Terry from Barry visiting the show with his mum, a few of mine ended up on screen as well which was nice. [13] The album was released on 9 June;[8][17] four weeks later, Wayne said he was able to repay CBS its share of the album's costs due to strong sales. The Black Smoke Band once again includes Bassist Herbie Flowers and Guitarist Chris Spedding, both from the original 1978 album and its original 2006 tour. A short animated prequel to the story was also presented in the style of the upcoming feature-length film detailing the Martians' ecological destruction of their own world (which was originally made for the 1998 computer game) and their preparations to invade Earth, and including a short remix of "The Red Weed". The show will feature the. Wells on stage in three separate stages of his life. It originally featured Wayne sharing the dialogue with his father Jerry, but "the gulf between his performance and mine was too great, so we sacked me!" The Journalist, however, realizing the Artilleryman's ambitions far exceed his abilities, soon leaves. Known for Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of the War of the Worlds Alive on Stage! [11] "Epilogue (Part 2)" was influenced by the Viking program, which saw two space probes land on Mars in 1976. In 1999, a third-person shooter, also entitled Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds, was developed by Pixelogic and released for the Sony PlayStation. 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