Queen: (Baroque Glam)

Queen blast off with the ultimate superhero anthem – Flash! Aaa-ah! Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 24, 1980, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMI 5126), Queen’s “Flash” — the theme from Flash Gordon — was written by Brian May (A-side) and Freddie Mercury (B-side). Produced by Brian May & Mack for Queen Productions Ltd., this bombastic rock anthem backed with “Football Fight” peaked at No. 10 on the Official Singles Chart for 13 weeks. Issued in solid centre

Queen’s "Save Me"  backed with "Let Me Entertain You" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by EMI Records (catalog number...

A Rockabilly Romp Queen’s “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 5, 1979, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMI 5001). Backed with “We Will Rock You,”. Written by Freddie Mercury in 1979, the track is included on their 1980 album "The Game" and also appears on the band's compilation album "Greatest Hits" in 1981. The song peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart in 1979 and became the group's first number-one single on the Billboa

Queen’s "Queen’s Legacy", a three-page retrospective feature in Circus Magazine, August 7, 1989.

The Jazz Wall's Berlin Echo Queen’s Jazz LP, released in the UK on November 10, 1978, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMA 788 / 0C 064-61820 / EMA 788(I)), was their seventh studio album. Produced by Roy Thomas Baker, the artwork—suggested by Roger Taylor after seeing a similar mural on the Berlin Wall—featured an embossed gatefold sleeve with a 12x36-inch Bicycle Race poster (detachable via perforations). Recorded at Mountain and Super Bear Studios, it included a glossy laminated

QUEEN’S “BICYCLE RACE” / “FAT BOTTOMED GIRLS”: A BOLD DOUBLE A-SIDE FROM 1978 --- INTRODUCTION --- Queen, the theatrical rock titans led by Freddie Mercury, were at the height of their creative powers in the late 1970s, blending bombast, humor, and genre-defying flair. Released on October 13, 1978, through EMI Records in the UK (EMI 2870), the 7" double A-side single “Bicycle Race” / “Fat Bottomed Girls” was a promotional powerhouse for their seventh studio album, Jazz. Writt

Queen's 1978 Leadership Shift Spotlight Published in the UK on January 19, 1978, this cover feature “No Longer Leader?” explored the evolving dynamics within Queen. The article delved into whether Freddie Mercury was stepping back from being the sole leader of the band, highlighting the growing contributions from Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon, and reflecting on the group's maturing creative process during the News of the World era. The cover featured the band in st

Queen storm the USA – lightning flashes over 9000 heads! Queen's tour in America kicked off! The eye-catchers weren't just Freddie Mercury & Co., but also a giant flashing light hovering overhead, a three-page feature in Bravo magazine, December 26, 1977. How Queen Drive Fans Wild So they put the crown on their new show Drummer Roger Taylor Bassist John Deacon Singer Freddie Mercury Start of the Queen tour in America! The eye-catchers were not only Freddie Mercury & Co., but

A Stadium Rock Triumph Queen’s News Of The World LP, was released in the UK on October 28, 1977, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMA 784). This 11-track album, their sixth studio effort, blended hard rock, glam, and theatrical pop, delivering the iconic anthems “We Are The Champions” and “We Will Rock You.” Produced by Queen and assisted by Mike Stone, it featured Freddie Mercury’s soaring vocals and Brian May’s searing guitar. Overview In 1977, punk rock acts, most notably the Se

A Triumphant Rock Anthem Queen’s “We Are The Champions” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 14, 1977, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMI 2708). Backed with “We Will Rock You". Written by lead singer Freddie Mercury, it remains among rock's most recognizable anthems. The song was a worldwide success, reaching number 2 in the UK, number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US, number 3 in Canada, and the top 10 in many other countries. In 2009, it was inducted into

Queen’s "Queen Win Their New Hit LP!" , a cover and one-page article in Look-In Magazine , January 1, 1977.

A Millionaire Waltz Glam Opera Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on December 10, 1976, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMTC 104 / 0C 066-98 485), Queen’s A Day At The Races — their fifth studio album — was the sequel to A Night At The Opera. Produced by Queen at Sarm East, Roundhouse, Olympic, Rockfield, Scorpio, and Lansdowne, this 10-track masterpiece featured “Somebody To Love,” “Tie Your Mother Down,” and “Good Old-Fashioned Lover Boy.” Peaked at No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart.

A Gospel Rock Cry for Connection Queen’s “Somebody To Love” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 12, 1976, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMI 2565). Backed with “White Man,” this gospel-infused rock ballad, written by Freddie Mercury, was produced by Queen and engineered by Mike Stone. The A-side’s soaring vocals, layered harmonies, and Brian May’s guitar peaked at No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart for 9 weeks. Issued in solid centre, white label, company sleeve, a

Queen’s "Queen’s Rock Show" , a two-page feature in Bravo Magazine , October 18, 1976. Translation That was one of the most thrilling rock shows of the year: Queen conjure with sound and smoke! Roger Raylor It began like a Thousand and One Nights: Mysterious oriental sounds quietly penetrate the Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, still shrouded in complete darkness, where fans are packed together waiting for the first Queen show of the year. The music slowly transitions into "Bohem

Queen’s "You're My Best Friend", one-page advert in New Musical Express, June 26, 1976

Queen’s "A Night at the Opera (Sold Out)" , a one-page advert for November & December Tour in Record Mirror , December 6, 1975.

Queen’s "The State of Future Rock", a three-page feature in Circus Magazine, December 1, 1975.

A Bohemian Opera Masterpiece Released as a vinyl LP in the UK on November 21, 1975, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMTC 103 / 0C 066 ○ 97176), Queen’s A Night At The Opera — their fourth studio album — was a theatrical rock triumph. Produced by Roy Thomas Baker & Queen across six studios, this 11-track opus featured “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “You're My Best Friend,” and “Love Of My Life.” Iconic embossed gatefold with Blair’s cut, card inner (3/4 die-cut corners). Peaked at No. 1 UK

The Six-Minute Chart-Topper Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 31, 1975, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMI 2375). Backed with “I’m In Love With My Car,” this groundbreaking rock opera, written by Freddie Mercury, was the lead single from the album A Night at the Opera. Produced by Roy Thomas Baker and Queen, the A-side’s operatic structure, multitracked harmonies, and surreal lyrics blended ballad, hard rock, and mock opera. Mercur

Queen’s "Now I'm Here" , a one-page advert in New Musical Express Newspaper , February 15, 1975.