Queen's Nostalgic Radio Anthem Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by EMI Records (catalog number QUEEN 1) on January 23, 1984, Queen’s “Radio Ga Ga” — backed with “I Go Crazy” — served as the lead single from their album The Works. Written by Roger Taylor, the track nostalgically defends the radio format amid the rise of MTV and video. It became a global smash, topping charts in 19 countries, reaching No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart and Australian Kent Music Report, an

A Hawkmen Arena Rock Odyssey Released as a vinyl LP and TC in the UK on December 8, 1980, on EMI Records (catalogue: EMC 3351 / OC 062-64 203), Queen’s Flash Gordon (Original Soundtrack Music) — the score to the cult film — was their ninth studio album. Produced by Brian May & Mack, recorded at Townhouse, Music Centre, Advision, and Utopia Studios, this 18-track concept featured dialogue from the movie and the hit single “Flash.” Peaked at No. 10 on the UK Albums Chart for 1

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

In 1978, Queen were untouchable — which made them the perfect targets for CREEM’s sharpest jokes and most affectionate jabs.

Music writer Benoit Clerc notes that the band chose it as a single partly because they regretted not releasing Deacon’s earlier “You and I” from A Day at the Races. Critics praised its emotional clarity and subtle power, often comparing its message to “We Are the Champions,” but delivered with more restraint and melancholy.

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

Queen’s 1977 hard‑rock single Tie Your Mother Down, backed with “You and I,” peaked at No. 31 in the UK.

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.