Recovering Queen : The Queen Podcast

Jai tackles the Freddie masterpiece Love Of My Life off of the bands magnum opus A Night at the Opera. We chat about songwriting, different versions, arrangements, Freddie as a pianist and of course we score.We hope you enjoyed Season 10 and we will see you all again for our Final Season of Queen main cannon covers soon.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

To celebrate the King of Queen's Birthday we finish of our covers of A Night At The Opera with not one but two covers of Queen's cover Version off of that magnum Opus, God Save The Queen.   Matt and Tim once again deliver two covers.   We chat about all sorts of things and of course we eventually score it.   EnjoyDon't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Matt and guest Tim Robinson deliver two covers of the Queen ode to Partying "Party" off of the Queen album "The Miracle".  We talk lyrics, scoring, vocals, songwriting and much more and the of course our scores on the doors.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian Tackles the Brian May relationship angst song "I Can't Live With You" off of the Queen Innuendo album.   We talk about Brian rockers, Bannana man makes a return, drum machines and much more and of course the scores on them doors.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Matt takes on the Brian May opener to side 2 off of Queen's seminal A Night At The Opera album.  We discuss the delay efffect once again, complexity, influence, lyrics, deaky magic, Freddie genius and much much more, and of course the scores.   Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian and special guest Tony Rigg take on the Brian May film soundtrack lead track Flash off of the  Queen Flash Gordon Album.  We go in depth with a genuine Queen academic, about harmonies, Deaky magic band and much much more, and of course the scores on the doors.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Matt teams up once again with listener Ben Wheeler on drums to dive deep into Queen's electrifying track 'Brighton Rock' off of their third album, 'Sheer Heart Attack.' Explore the evolution of this iconic song, the blistering guitar solos and complex harmonies. We dissect the song, including live performances, its enduring influence on rock music, the technical prowess. Whether you're a lifelong Queen aficionado or discovering their hits for the first time, join Jai, Matt, Ian and guest Ben as we unpack the magic of 'Brighton Rock.' , for another unforgettable journey through Queen's legendary catalog Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian tackles the Freddie rocker "Flick of the Wrist" off of the Queen album "Sheer Heart attack.  We chat about Lyrics, deaky magic, dark guitars, and much more, and of course the scores.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Matt tackles the Brian May classic "Now I'm Here" off of the Queen "Sheer Heart Attack" Album.  We talk about delays, dungeons, peaches, classic tracks,  deaky magic ...and much more.   Tune in for the scores and the cover and don't forget to to register your score in the week on twitter.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian tackles the Brian track "Scandal" off of the Queen Album "The Miracle".  While Jai and Matt have a spooky shared experience.  We talk about arrangements, revisiting the miracle, variations, Freddie's vocla and video performance and much more, and of course we score.   Leaving us all surprised.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Matt takes on the title track off of the Queen album Innuendo.   We return for season 10 with a barnstorming UK no 1 hit.   Ian finds his mojo to sing the lead, with some help from Jai, Matt and Leddra Chapman on additional vocals.   We chat Zeppelin and plant, production, live performances, lyrics, guest guitarist Steve Howe and much more.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian takes on the Freddie greatest hit "Don't Stop Me Now" off of the Queen album "Jazz".  We talk about the meaning, the musicality and the emtional conenction of this masterpiece.  and then we score it ...will we break ranks and shock you?Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Sam Swallow brings us the Mercury and Moran gospel tinged "All Gods People" off of the Queen "Innuendo" album.  We chat about it's providence, arrangment, style, music theory and much more and then, of course, the scores.  Sam in his infinite kindness brings us a special second version too.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Matt enlists the help of Emma Siegfried, to take on the Freddie Mercury song "Somebody To Love" off of the Queen Album "A Day At The Races".   We discuss many aspects of this keystone track, from harmonies, lyrics, style and of course the scores.Emma is a Student at the ACM and won a competition to sing with the recovering Queen Podcast.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian takes on the early Freddie number "My Fairy King" off of the Queen Album "Queen".  We talk about the complexity, the playing, lyrics and much more, and of course those scores.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian tackles the early Brian May Classic "Keep Yourself Alive" off of the Queen Album "Queen", with a little extra guitars by Matt.   We chat about the Lyrics, the guitar riffs, versions the significance and much much more, and of course the scores.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian and special guest Thomas Brunkard take on the Brian and Freddie gem "Bijou" off of the Queen album Innuendo.  We discuss musical themes, perfromance, the guitar playing and much much more and of course the scores!!!Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Matt and Jai tackle the Brian May ode to Japanese fans "Teo Torriatte (Let Us Cling Together)" off of the Queen Album "A Day At The Races".   We talk about organs, harmoniums nad plastic pianos (far too much), how to write Japanese lyrics and much much more and we also give it our all important score.Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Jai covers the Roger Taylor classsic "These Are The Days Of Our Lives" off of the Queen album "Innuendo".   We chat about its place in the catlogue, the sadness associated with the song, perfromances, how good is deacy and of course the the almost impossible scoresDon't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more

Ian tackles the Brian May rocker "White Man" off of the Queen album "A Day At The Races".  We delve into the heart of one of Queen's most heavy and provocative tracks, "White Man." Does this this song stand as a testament to Queen's ability to blend rock's raw energy with profound thematic depth. Join us as we explore the intricate musical architecture—from its compelling use of power chords and riffs to the syncopation that drives its rhythm. Whether you're a lifelong Queen aficionado or new to their catalog, this episode promises to deepen your appreciation for the band's artistry and the powerful messages embedded in their music. So plug in, turn up the volume, and let's uncover the layers of "White Man".Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos on Youtube and much more