Queen Unveils Rare Live Clip and Revamps Debut Album
Rare Live Clip of “Son and Daughter” Revealed
Queen have shared a previously unseen live clip of their 1975 performance of “Son and Daughter” from the celebrated “Night at the Odeon” show.
The live clip showcases the band’s infectious passion and energy as they run through the massive 1973 hit.
Queen’s Self-Titled Debut Album Gets Revamped
The teaser is part of a new release that allows fans to experience Queen’s self-titled debut album in a whole new way.
The classic rock legends’ 1973 LP, now retitled Queen I, has been significantly revamped for a new box set coming October 25.
About the New Box Set
The 6CD 1LP set contains 63 tracks, including 43 brand new mixes.
Guitarist Brian May describes Queen I as “a brand new 2024 rebuild of the entire Queen debut album.”
Audio engineers Justin Shirley-Smith, Joshua J Macrae, and Kris Fredriksson have remixed and restored the original recordings using modern techniques and equipment to revitalize the sound of the album.
“All the performances are exactly as they originally appeared in 1973, but every instrument has been revisited to produce the ‘live’ ambient sounds we would have liked to use originally,” May explains.
“The result is Queen as it would have sounded with today’s knowledge and technology – a first.”
The Original Recording Sessions
Queen was originally recorded in mostly overnight sessions at London’s Trident Studios.
“We’d arrive at three in the morning and then go on, for all the hours that we could grab,” explains drummer Roger Taylor.
The band members clashed with studio staff on multiple fronts, including the use of the studio’s in-house drum kit in a sound booth instead of their own drums in the main room.
“They had this very dead drum sound, and it was never the sound we wanted,” Taylor says.
New Tracklist and Stereo Mix
In addition to the new stereo mix and remaster, Queen I boasts a new tracklist, with “Mad The Swine” reinserted as the album’s fourth song.
“Mad The Swine” was originally removed from the album due to a dispute between Queen and a producer.
Get Your Copy of Queen I Now
You can order Queen’s Queen I now and experience the iconic album in a whole new way.
Conclusion
Queen’s self-titled debut album has been revamped to give fans a new listening experience. The new box set features 63 tracks, including 43 brand new mixes, and is a must-have for any Queen fan.
FAQs
Q: What is the new box set about?
A: The new box set is a revamped version of Queen’s self-titled debut album, featuring 63 tracks, including 43 brand new mixes.
Q: What is the significance of the new release?
A: The new release allows fans to experience Queen’s debut album in a whole new way, with improved sound quality and a new tracklist.
Q: What is the story behind the original recording sessions?
A: The original recording sessions took place at London’s Trident Studios, mostly overnight, and were marked by clashes between the band and studio staff.
Q: What is the difference between the original and revamped album?
A: The revamped album features improved sound quality, a new tracklist, and 43 brand new mixes.
Q: How can I get my copy of Queen I?
A: You can order Queen’s Queen I now through the provided link.
Q: What is the release date of the new box set?
A: The new box set is set to release on October 25.
Q: Who is behind the revamped album?
A: The revamped album is a collaboration between Queen and audio engineers Justin Shirley-Smith, Joshua J Macrae, and Kris Fredriksson.