West End star Ben Forster to release MUSICAL’S GREATEST HITS album in October

TV star and internationally renowned vocalist, Ben Forster, will release his brand new studio album ‘Musical’s Greatest Hits’ on 10 October through Westway Music, it has been announced.

The album, recorded with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, will see Ben reimagine some of the world’s biggest musical hits breathing new life into beloved classics with his trademark vocal power and emotional depth. The album is a heartfelt tribute to the genre that has shaped his career, offering fans a rich, cinematic experience that celebrates the magic of musical theatre. Despite winning Superstar on TV and playing the Phantom (The Phantom of the Opera) both in the West End and internationally, this is the first time that his versions of these songs will be made available on record.

Ben said: “A lifelong ambition is finally coming true. I've always dreamed of creating a full orchestral album, and now it's actually happening. It’s one of the biggest highlights of my career. I’m beyond thrilled to be bringing this body of work to life with an extraordinary team.

“The amazing BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra is lending their incredible talent to this project and the sound they’ve created is nothing short of breathtaking. It’s an honour to have them play on my album.

“This is for the fans and for everyone who loves musicals. It’s packed with iconic classics and soaring, cinematic arrangements that I’ve dreamed of performing for years.

“I couldn’t be more excited to share it with the world.”

‘Musical’s Greatest Hits’ is not only a showcase of Forster’s extraordinary range and versatility, but also a love letter to the shows and songs that continue to inspire generations.

Neil O’Brien from Westway Music said: “I am incredibly excited to be releasing a collection of some of the biggest and best-known songs in musical theatre with undoubtedly one of the most gifted and charismatic performers of his generation - the one and only Ben Forster.

“The release is set to have worldwide commercial appeal and will establish Ben as a true global star. It’s something I am incredibly proud to be part of. It really is the definitive ‘Musical’s Greatest Hits’!!!”