The lead singer is generally the most well known member of any band. Fronting any band naturally puts the spotlight on the one holding the microphone. In Freddie Mercury, Queen had not only one of the greatest front men, but also one of the most talented vocalists in rock music history. As a band Queen … Continue reading Four Superb Queen Songs Not Sung By Freddie Mercury
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Song Spotlight: You Know You Belong To Me by Queen
As the 1970s rolled into the 1980s, a few things changed for the iconic rock band Queen. Most notably, the band streamlined their sound drastically. This was not an overnight process, it gradually began with the band's 1977 album News Of The World. Queen slowly began to strip away their over-the-top, art rock and operatic … Continue reading Song Spotlight: You Know You Belong To Me by Queen
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Live Spotlight: Staying Power By Queen
The live rendition of Queen's Staying Power is a prime example of why I love live music. Staying Power is the opening track on the band's often derided album Hot Space (1982). The studio version is a horn laden, synth bass led, funky pop song. Although it is a dance track, the overall feel and … Continue reading Live Spotlight: Staying Power By Queen
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My Top Three Favorite Queen Solo Projects
The solo discography of Queen is full of surprises. The members of Queen, like many rock bands, have produced a number of solo albums. Considering the immense songwriting talents of the four members their overall output is surprising slim. It may come as a shock to some that drummer Roger Taylor has proven to be … Continue reading My Top Three Favorite Queen Solo Projects