When was War of the Worlds released on vinyl?

When was War of the Worlds released on vinyl?

9 June 1978
Jeff Wayne ‎– The War Of The Worlds 2LP Vinyl Record Soundtrack. Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of the Worlds is the debut album by Jeff Wayne, retelling the story of The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells, released in the UK 9 June 1978.

Are vinyl records still in demand?

Not only did vinyl refuse to die but demand is at its highest since at least 1991. News of vinyl’s return is hardly a breaking story, nor is the backlog of orders.

How much music can fit on a 12 inch vinyl?

A vinyl record can safely hold roughly 23 minutes per side for a 12″ record, if it complies with the industry standard. This comes with some caveats, however (explanation coming).

What are 7 inch vinyl records?

7 inch records (also called “45s”) are referred to by their playback speed of 45 rpm and their standard diameter of 7 inches.

• At 45 rpm they hold around 4-6 minutes per side.
• 45 rpm is the most common speed for 7 inch records.

Why did vinyl make a comeback?

In an industry littered with marketing ploys and cheap gimmicks, vinyl records give fans an intimate connection to music. Physically going to a store to purchase an album, holding the cover art and listening to the songs in their intended order creates a deeper listening experience.

Can you play a 10-inch vinyl on any record player?

All record players will play the two most common sizes of vinyl record, those being 12-inch and 7-inch, but it is far less likely they will be able to play a 10-inch record.

Why are records called 45s?

The record was smaller than the other options. Ultimately, RCA released the format in order to directly compete with the Columbia Record 33. The 45 of the time did not provide much in terms of an advantage over 78s, and Columbia’s system could play both 33 and 78, so few manufacturers picked up on the 45s.

Who sang Thunder Child in War of the Worlds musical?

Chris Thompson
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