Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2021 18:41:24 GMT
Thought I'd create a fresh conversation topic, with the view of adding a Poll if there are enough responses.
What is your favourite audio drama production beyond Big Finish? It could be a Doctor Who, such as The Pescatons (BBC records) or one of the full cast Alien (Audible) productions, one of the HHGTTG Radio serials. It may even be a comedy such as a Monty Python record, a Hancock's Half Hour or Count Arthur Strong episode, so long as it is a specific title. If you feel a particular series is warranted, then OK (e.g. Series 2 of Dads Army Radio episodes). Is there a particular M.R James favourite ghost story (and narrator) amongst the many examples?
For starters, I nominate: Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds
Reasons - Richard Burton's memorable, mellifluous narration, Phil Lynott's notable acting performance as the Parson (dedication), David Essex as the Artilleryman and some wonderful atmospherics complemented by the illustrated booklet.
It was something that got a lot of play on Vinyl back when I was younger, to the point that it is ingrained in my memory. Indeed I cannot think of the Book without quoting in my head the abridged opening passage by Burton. One of the best dramatic introductions ever, to my mind. I have since bought an additional two mint original vinyl releases, the double cassette version, the double CD and even the abridged version (an aberration I concede). Oh, and it has an excellent musical backdrop...
Any other suggestions? as I say, I will add a poll if there is enough interest in this.
What is your favourite audio drama production beyond Big Finish? It could be a Doctor Who, such as The Pescatons (BBC records) or one of the full cast Alien (Audible) productions, one of the HHGTTG Radio serials. It may even be a comedy such as a Monty Python record, a Hancock's Half Hour or Count Arthur Strong episode, so long as it is a specific title. If you feel a particular series is warranted, then OK (e.g. Series 2 of Dads Army Radio episodes). Is there a particular M.R James favourite ghost story (and narrator) amongst the many examples?
For starters, I nominate: Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds
Reasons - Richard Burton's memorable, mellifluous narration, Phil Lynott's notable acting performance as the Parson (dedication), David Essex as the Artilleryman and some wonderful atmospherics complemented by the illustrated booklet.
It was something that got a lot of play on Vinyl back when I was younger, to the point that it is ingrained in my memory. Indeed I cannot think of the Book without quoting in my head the abridged opening passage by Burton. One of the best dramatic introductions ever, to my mind. I have since bought an additional two mint original vinyl releases, the double cassette version, the double CD and even the abridged version (an aberration I concede). Oh, and it has an excellent musical backdrop...
Any other suggestions? as I say, I will add a poll if there is enough interest in this.
