Jeff Wayne's Journey Into the Timeless Legacy of "The War of the Worlds

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Tony Mantor

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5 • 784 Ratings

🗓️ 21 January 2025

⏱️ 28 minutes

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Have you ever wondered how a rock opera becomes a timeless classic? Join me, Tony Mantor, as I sit down with the legendary Jeff Wayne, the genius composer behind the 1978 rock opera adaptation of H.G. Wells' "The War of the Worlds." In this episode, Jeff opens up about his fascinating transition from an aspiring journalist to a renowned musician, revealing how his childhood piano lessons ignited a passion that would shape his future. We explore his early music industry experiences...

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0:00.0	My career in the entertainment industry has enabled me to work with a diverse range of talent.
0:20.0	Through my years of experience, I've recognized
0:22.7	two essential aspects. Industry professionals, whether famous stars, or behind-the-scenes staff,
0:30.2	have fascinating stories to tell. Secondly, audiences are eager to listen to these stories, which
0:36.4	offer a glimpse into their lives and the
0:38.9	evolution of their life stories. This podcast aims to share these narratives, providing information
0:44.7	on how they evolve into their chosen career. We will delve into their journey to stardom,
0:50.2	discuss their struggles and successes, and hear from people who help them achieve their goals.
0:55.4	Get ready for intriguing behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the fascinating world of entertainment.
1:04.0	Hi, I'm Tony Mantor. Welcome to Almost Live Nashville.
1:08.2	Our guest today is renowned American-born British musician, composer,
1:13.9	and record producer Jeff Wayne, who produced the 1978 rock opera based on H.G. Wells,
1:21.9	The War of the Worlds. With the initial goal of charting for just one week, his album defied expectations,
1:29.1	remaining on the charts for an impressive 330 consecutive weeks.
1:33.6	I'm honored to have him join us today, so thanks for coming on.
1:37.6	Well, thank you for inviting me.
1:39.2	Oh, it's my pleasure.
1:40.7	So I understand you started getting into music at an early age.
1:45.0	It would have been around the age of 1920.
1:49.2	I had actually made my way through a junior college, which was at the time highly regarded
1:55.2	in journalism.
1:56.0	And that was my major.
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