Queen (June 6, 2005) “Queen On Fire – Live At The Bowl” – Triple LP/CD UK

Queen’s electrifying live album Queen On Fire – Live At The Bowl documents one of their greatest performances, captured at Milton Keynes Bowl on June 5, 1982. First released as a Double CD in October 2004, it was followed by a deluxe Triple LP vinyl edition in June 2005, giving fans both digital clarity and premium analogue sound of the band at their absolute peak.

RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Queen

Title: Queen On Fire – Live At The Bowl Label: Parlophone

CD Edition Date: October 25, 2004 Format: Double CD

Catalogue: 7243 8 83211 2 1 / 8 63211 2

Vinyl Edition

Date: June 6, 2005 Format: Triple LP (3LP Gatefold)

Catalogue: 7243 8 63211 1 4 / 8 63211 1 Country: United Kingdom

THE STORY

Recorded live at the MK Bowl on June 5, 1982 and engineered by Mack & Mick McKenna, this triple vinyl set delivers a near-complete concert from Queen’s legendary Hot Space Tour. The release features Freddie Mercury in top form, delivering anthems and fan favorites with his trademark showmanship.

CONTEXT & NOTES

The Milton Keynes show is widely regarded as one of Queen’s finest live performances. Released in 2005 during a major revival of interest in the band’s catalogue, the vinyl edition offers collectors a premium format with superior audio and striking packaging.

TRACK LIST 

Side 1

1. Flash

2. The Hero

3. We Will Rock You (Fast)

4. Action This Day

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Side 2

1. Play The Game

2. Staying Power

3. Somebody To Love

Side 3

1. Now I’m Here

2. Dragon Attack

3. Now I’m Here (Reprise)

4. Love Of My Life

5. Save Me

Side 4

1. Back Chat

2. Get Down Make Love

3. Guitar Solo

4. Under Pressure

Side 5

1. Fat Bottomed Girls

2. Crazy Little Thing Called Love

3. Bohemian Rhapsody

4. Tie Your Mother Down

Side 6

1. Another One Bites The Dust

2. Sheer Heart Attack

3. We Will Rock You

4. We Are The Champions

5. God Save The Queen

PERSONNEL

• Freddie Mercury – lead vocals, piano

• Brian May – guitars, vocals

• Roger Taylor – drums, vocals

• John Deacon – bass guitar

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Production Recorded by Mack & Mick McKenna Assisted by Pete ‘The Fish’ Stevens & Greg Cox (Rolling Stones Mobile)

PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS

• Triple gatefold sleeve in rich red tones

• Dramatic front cover live photography

• Full track listing on the back with additional concert photo

• Printed inner sleeves

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WHAT THE SLEEVE / CLIPPING SHOWS Front: Iconic live shot of a shirtless Freddie Mercury dramatically raising his microphone stand under intense stage lighting and pyrotechnics, with Brian May on guitar to the right and the full illuminated stage setup. Bold gold lettering reads “QUEEN ON FIRE LIVE AT THE BOWL”. Back: Deep red background with complete track listing divided by sides, a central inset photo of the band on stage, and recording credits noting the MK Bowl date.

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