Gary Barlow in War of the Worlds revamp

Gary Barlow in War of the Worlds revamp (Getty Images)

Gary Barlow has landed a lead role performing on a revamp of the celebrated album of musical War Of The Worlds.

The Take That star is taking on two of the most famous songs from the production, both of which were originally sung by Moody Blues singer Justin Hayward. Barlow will tackle Forever Autumn and The Eve Of The War.

Other names drafted in for the album - based on the HG Wells book - include Joss Stone, Maverick Sabre and Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson, who is also appearing in a stage version of the musical. The album will be released on November 12, digitally and on double vinyl.

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