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Post by talon on Mar 10, 2015 8:42:25 GMT -5
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Post by talon on Mar 12, 2015 23:05:24 GMT -5
Ok so not official news but an interesting day in Queen fandom. About six years ago, a chap on Queenzone came forward claiming he had a soundboard recording of one of the Queen concerts from Sun City (the controversial ones) form which nothing had ever surfaced previously. He soon provided the first half, said he would upload the second half soon and disappeared. Now this wasn't just another bootleg....I mean a soundboard tape! That's what official releases are made from (well at least that's where they start). So the sound was an extremely raw one with no mix done on it...and yes Freddie was fighting vocal problems (they had to cancel a few shows due to his nodules) so there are some struggles but it was still one of my fav recordings. It had one of my favorite improvs. But that was it...Today...he showed back up and we got the second half (well minus a few cuts) and it was glorious! Some very interesting choices by Freddie including a falsetto moment in Hammer To Fall. Either way Sun City Remaster - CompleteIt may be hard to understand but this was something I waited six years for and had given up that it was ever coming. Easily one of my fav recordings from the 1984 tour  |
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Post by talon on Mar 13, 2015 0:50:05 GMT -5
On Brian's Soapbox he mentions that he was recording today on a new project with Kerry Ellis. Personally I believe it has to do with the whole Common Decency thing he's driving at. But we'll have to see! |
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Post by talon on Mar 14, 2015 4:11:28 GMT -5
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Post by nica575 on Mar 15, 2015 9:08:09 GMT -5
Ok so not official news but an interesting day in Queen fandom. About six years ago, a chap on Queenzone came forward claiming he had a soundboard recording of one of the Queen concerts from Sun City (the controversial ones) form which nothing had ever surfaced previously. He soon provided the first half, said he would upload the second half soon and disappeared. Now this wasn't just another bootleg....I mean a soundboard tape! That's what official releases are made from (well at least that's where they start). So the sound was an extremely raw one with no mix done on it...and yes Freddie was fighting vocal problems (they had to cancel a few shows due to his nodules) so there are some struggles but it was still one of my fav recordings. It had one of my favorite improvs. But that was it...Today...he showed back up and we got the second half (well minus a few cuts) and it was glorious! Some very interesting choices by Freddie including a falsetto moment in Hammer To Fall. Either way Sun City Part 2It may be hard to understand but this was something I waited six years for and had given up that it was ever coming. Easily one of my fav recordings from the 1984 tour , I can't even imagine how frustrating it must've been to know the recording exists but for some reason not shared...how strange...I wonder if the person explained the six year gap... The improvisation is so beautiful! Both the voice and the instruments! and the recording is so pure, great sound, front and center! btw - both links you posted are the improvisation. Would you mind posting the links to part1 and part2? Tx! and congrats to everypne who's been waiting for part2 to surface! |
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Post by talon on Mar 15, 2015 22:29:42 GMT -5
He did explain the gap. It was a very personal situation and thus completely understandable. Here is a link to a complete version - remastered a bit - with some hiss removed and unpacked and split up...It doesn't take long on QZ Sun City Remaster |
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Post by talon on Mar 17, 2015 7:01:15 GMT -5
Last night Brian performed at the Hamburg Premiere of We Will Rock You in his usual slot - He comes up during the guitar solo of Bo Rhap and then back on for the headbanging section and finale. It's quite likely he played with the cast during the cast party afterwards - as that happens often but no confirmation on that.  As always great pics from Thilo Rahn! More Pics from Thilo from the Hamburg WWRY Premiere |
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Post by nica575 on Mar 17, 2015 15:34:15 GMT -5
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Post by talon on Mar 17, 2015 19:35:34 GMT -5
I don't know if it was sold out but it most likely was... I'm fairly certain that Brian's involvement was a..."surprise" at least to most casual observers. Most fans know that Brian tends to show up at premieres, closing dates, and special occasions...Roger does too on rarer occasion He does have a lot on his plate! As always :D Thanks for the voting link - I hadn't seen that yet and rarely see Roger in a poll! |
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Post by talon on Mar 18, 2015 7:51:50 GMT -5
So glad it's this and not running for office. I think little good would come for Brian if he ran for office!
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Post by talon on Mar 27, 2015 23:02:05 GMT -5
Jim Beach was honored with the Peter Grant Award for outstanding achievement in band management last night. A very humble man, he was reluctant to accept as he hates being in the spotlight. ArticleIn an interesting twist.... More on SachaWow. So all of a sudden after having dropped out over disagreements with Brian and Roger, etc. he's now back on board, writing, directing, AND starring?!?!? Not quite sure how I feel about that. a. I supported his casting originally thinking that honestly as stupid and offensive as his characters can be - his full commitment to them shows that he can be an amazing actor. b. Does this mean Brian and Roger are finally taking a back seat and not being TOO precious with the product. This could be awesome...This also could be disastrous. It's hard to believe that after both Brian and Roger kind of spoke out saying they were worried about it looking like a joke, that now they are back on board. I'm a bit worried about it now to be honest. It's a bit a case of be careful what you wish for. I did wish for Brian and Roger to step back a bit so we didn't get a Disney-fied bio...BUT starring/writing/directing is a LOT to give to Sacha...I would much prefer that Sacha acted, and maybe helped on the script. I'm not sure about him directing it...I guess we'll have to see.. WWRY II is not new news necessarily, it's actually already been workshopped! But nothing further on what's next. In a related article Brian and Roger praised Jim for his award (small Adam mention: Article |
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Post by nica575 on Mar 28, 2015 9:28:12 GMT -5
So great for Mr. Beach to be recognized by his peers and for B&R to be there to support him. and WOW! Interesting news! Sasha is back in full force! I am thinking perhaps it is good to have less cooks in that kitchen so they can come to a consensus easier. I can't imagine B&R giving up control over the content though... and I wouldn't be surprised if this "phase" falls through as well... #sagacontinues (Hope this is not another April 1st joke) |
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Post by houselady on Mar 28, 2015 10:30:48 GMT -5
Part where Adam is mentioned.
Beach used his acceptance speech to highlight the work both Taylor and May have done over the last 20 years to keep the band alive, including their latest worldwide tour that saw them perform 67 sold-out gigs with US singer/songwriter Adam Lambert. The MMF, Queen's "incredibly dedicated" team, and his wife were also on his thank you list.
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Post by nica575 on Mar 28, 2015 16:42:28 GMT -5
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