Evil Dead: The Musical became an instant hit upon its 2003 debut in Toronto, leading to an off-Broadway run in 2006 and regional productions that continue to shoot blood on audiences around the world.
The original cast recording is now available on vinyl for the first time. Featuring songs like “What the F–k Was That?,” “Look Who’s Evil Now,” and the Rocky Horror homage “Do the Necronomicon,” it costs $24.99.
The musical adaptation of The Evil Dead and Evil Dead II features book and lyrics by George Reinblatt, with music by Reinblatt, Frank Cipolla, Christopher Bond, and Melissa Morris, of course based on characters created by Sam Raimi.
“Evil Dead: The Musical has the craziest, bloodiest, and most loyal fanbase in musical theatre,” comments Reinblatt. “Audiences have been begging for a vinyl release of the cast album for a long time, so this will be the ultimate collector’s item for fans of both this musical and the Evil Dead franchise as a whole.”
The 2006 recording stars Ryan Ward as Ash, Jenna Coker as Cheryl, Jennifer Byrne as Linda, Renee Klapmeyer as Shelly and Annie, Brandon Wardell as Scott, Darryl Wilson as Jake, Tom Walker as Ed, and Ryan Williams as Fake Shemp.
“Evil Dead: The Musical was everything I hoped it would be: outrageous, high-energy, and really fuckin’ funny,” praises franchise star Bruce Campbell.
