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Queen – Queen II (Japanese Pressing)(Missing Obi)(used)
Queen – Queen II (Japanese Pressing)(Missing Obi)(used)
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Queen – Queen II
"Queen II" is the second studio album by the iconic British rock band
Queen. It was originally released in 1974.
Vinyl Releases:
- Original Release: "Queen II" was originally released as a vinyl LP in 1974.
- Gatefold Sleeve: The British gatefold 12" vinyl LP album is known for its captivating cover art and photos inside, providing an immersive experience.
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"Side White" and "Side Black": The album was divided into "Side White" and "Side Black," instead of the conventional sides A and B.
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Side White: Contains songs with a more emotional theme, mostly composed by Brian May.
- Procession
- Father To Son
- White Queen (As It Began)
- Some Day One Day
- The Loser In The End
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Side Black: Almost entirely about fantasy, often with quite dark themes, composed and sung by Freddie Mercury.
- Ogre Battle
- The Fairy Feller's Master-Stroke
- Nevermore
- The March Of The Black Queen
- Funny How Love Is
- Seven Seas Of Rhye
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Side White: Contains songs with a more emotional theme, mostly composed by Brian May.
- Reissues: "Queen II" has been reissued on 180-gram vinyl and sourced from the original master tapes. A 2015 remastered edition, pressed on 180 gram black vinyl, is also available.
- Availability: Vinyl copies of "Queen II" can be found from various online retailers and record stores.
Significance:
- "Queen II" is considered Queen's breakthrough album.
- It is known for its multi-layered overdubs, rich harmonies, and a blend of hard rock, glam rock, and progressive rock elements.
- The album's cover photo, shot by Mick Rock, became iconic and was even referenced in the "Bohemian Rhapsody" music video.
"Queen II" on vinyl is a great way to experience this influential album in its original format. It offers a unique concept with its "Side White" and "Side Black," showcase Queen's evolving sound and musicianship.
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