Julie Covington War of the Worlds (Martian Green & Red Weed)

Release date:
June 21, 2024
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Limited Martian Green & Weed Red Colored Vinyl edition. "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds" is a remarkable and timeless rock opera that debuted in 1978. This ambitious adaptation of H.G. Wells' classic science fiction novel "The War of the Worlds" is a sonic adventure that combines progressive rock with orchestral music, creating a mesmerizing and immersive listening experience. The album is masterfully orchestrated by Jeff Wayne and features a mix of spoken-word narration and sung pieces, delivering the story's drama and intensity through a distinctive musical lens. The narrative is guided by Richard Burton, whose iconic voice serves as the Journalist, narrating the chilling tale of a Martian invasion of Earth.

Tracklist:
  • 1. The Eve of the War
  • 2. Horsell Common and the Heat Ray
  • 3. The Artilleryman and the Fighting Machine
  • 4. Forever Autumn
  • 5. Thunder Child
  • 6. The Red Weed (Part 1)
  • 7. The Spirit of Man
  • 8. The Red Weed (Part 2)
  • 9. Brave New World
  • 10. Dead London
  • 11. Epilogue (Part 1)
  • 12. Epilogue (Part 2) (Nasa)