Recovering Queen : The Queen Podcast

This week the Recovering Queen gang go full throttle with Brian May’s lightning-fast rocker “Dead on Time” from Queen's album Jazz. Matt dusts off his guitars to deliver a frantic cover version, roping in Ian to risk life and larynx on vocals, and the mighty Arthur Russell to batter the drums into submission. Together, they attempt to keep up with Brian’s warp-speed riffing and Roger’s caffeine overdose drumming. We also chat about thunderbolts, Queen’s proto-thrash credentials, and why this ...

Matt, Jai, and Ian get funky with John Deacon’s monster hit “Another One Bites the Dust” from The Game. We talk about that iconic bassline, the track’s disco-funk crossover magic, and how it became Queen’s biggest U.S. hit. Then we bring it into the Recovering Queen universe with Matt and Ian's cover version and, of course, we score. Don’t forget to check out more Recovering Queen at linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you’ll find our Scorecard, karaoke videos on YouTube, and much more. Don't forget...

Jai, Matt, and Ian dive into Queen’s early classic “Seven Seas of Rhye” ... twice! Ian takes on the Queen II version in all its bombastic glory, while Matt strips it back to the instrumental Queen debut version. We chat about the song’s evolution, its place in Queen’s early history, and the unmistakable flair Freddie brought even in the band’s formative days. And yes… we score. Don’t forget to check out more Recovering Queen at linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you’ll find our Scorecard, karaoke v...

Jai, Matt, Ian, and special guest Sam Swallow climb aboard for Queen's “Khashoggi’s Ship” from The Miracle, a rocking, high-seas romp with Queen at full throttle. We break down the track’s swaggering riffs, Roger’s powerhouse drumming, and the larger-than-life production that makes this deep cut a fan favourite. Naturally, Sam and Matt put their own old school spin on it with a brand-new cover version… and, of course, we score. Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on lin...

Jai, Matt and Ian with regular guest Sam Swallow return after a long hiatus to kick off our final season with Freddie’s playful masterpiece “Bicycle Race” from Jazz. This time, Matt and Sam rope in Dan Western on drums and even enlist the help of a local bike shop to bring the cover version to life...complete with bells! We chat about the song’s quirky structure, Freddie’s writing genius, and all the weird and wonderful elements that make this track so uniquely Queen. And of course… the score...

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. Enjoy 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...

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 ...

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 video...

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...

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 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 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 aficio...

We're back for Season 10. This week Matt finishes off his cover of Freddie Mercury's fantasy prog song "The Fairy Feller's Master-Stroke" off of Queen II, with a little help from Ian's high vocals. It's also a double bonus as Ian's gives you Procession to replace the usual intro. We discuss the Richard Dadd painitng, the performances, the live version? and much more, ...and of course we get to the scoring. Can you guess what we give this gem? Don't forget to check ou...

Sam Swallow joins Matt once again to cover the Brian May Dixie tune "Good Company" off of the "A Night of the Opera" album 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 take on Freddie Mercury's moody masterpiece, "My Melancholy Blues," off of Queen's iconic "News of the World" album. Join us as we unpack the song's jazzy undertones, and that unique 2/4 shuffle beat We'll explore the song's recording process in the refurbished Wessex Studio and the Bösendorfer Imperial Piano and John Deacon's Fretless Precision bass in crafting its distinctive sound. Drawing parallels with Liza Minelli's tracks on "Cabaret" and diving into its ...

Matt takes on the Brian May rocker "Tear It Up" off of "The Works" The boys dissect its origins, lyrics, and the powerful message behind it. Was it Brian May's defiant stand against the disco influence of Hotspace? Or was it a reflection of the band's internal dynamics and their ever-evolving sound? a critique of their previous record to its undertones of sexual aggression. Of course, no episode would be complete without our signature segment: the scores against the Queen canon. How doe...

Ian tackles the exhilarating track "Breakthru" off of Queen's 1989 album 'The Miracle'. Known for its upbeat tempo and infectious melody, this song encapsulates the essence of what makes Queen's music timeless. We delve into the complex musical arrangements that give "Breakthru" its unmistakable charm. From its jazzy vocal harmonies to the synthesized bass lines, we explore how Queen managed to create a pop-rock anthem. We also examine the lyrical content and its various interpretations, offe...

This week Ian takes on The Show Must Go On off of the Queen Album Innuendo. Join us as we delve into the depths of one of Queen's most iconic and emotionally charged songs, "The Show Must Go On." Discover the story behind this power ballad, that chronicles Freddie Mercury's unwavering determination to perform despite his deteriorating health. We'll explore the song's creation, from its initial chord sequences to the powerful lyrics that resonate with so many. Hear tales of Freddie's leg...

Matt recruits Ben Wheeler once more to take on Queen's early masterpiece, 'Great King Rat.' off of Queen's first album "Queen". Join them as they unravel the intricate layers of this iconic track, from its innovative structure to the genius of Freddie Mercury's songwriting. Discover the musical prowess of Brian May's guitar solos, the rhythmic complexities, and the harmonic transitions that make this song a testament to Queen's enduring legacy. Whether you're a die-hard Quee...

This week Matt and Jai take on "Las Palabras De Amor (The Words of Love)" a Brain Ballad off of the Queen "Hot Space Album" We chat synths, songs, meaning, and of course the important 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

Join us as we dissect this lesser-known gem The Hitman off of Queen's 1991 album, 'Innuendo.' We'll explore the song's hard-hitting lyrics, its pulsating rhythm, and the raw energy that makes it a standout in Queen's diverse catalogue. We'll delve into how "The Hitman" showcases the band's ability to blend rock and pop elements, creating a sound that's uniquely their own. We share our personal interpretations of the song, discuss its place in Queen's discography, and explore its reception amo...

Ian takes on the Roger Taylor classic "A Kind Of Magic" a song off of the Queen album "A Kind Of Magic". Matt takes on the challenge of adding some of the difficult guitars to the mix. Our fascinating and thought-provoking analysis of "A Kind of Magic." From deciphering hidden meanings to exploring the deeper layers of the lyrics, is sure to leave you pondering the mysteries of the song. Join us on this magical journey as we explore Queen's "A Kind of Magic" from every angle...

Welcome to season 8 of the Recovering Queen Podcast, the show where we dive deep into the rich tapestry of Queen's music, one song at a time. Today, we're turning our spotlight onto a track that encapsulates the band's unyielding spirit and their knack for creating anthems that resonate across generations - 'One Vision.': In this episode, long time listerner Jeronimo joins Matt, Jai and Ian to dissect 'One Vision,' a song off of 'A Kind of Magic' album, the song that also kicked off the conce...

Welcome to Episode 100 of our podcast! We've reached a milestone, and we're celebrating in style with a special edition featuring not one, but two versions of Freddie Mercury's "The Millionaire Waltz." off of the Queen Album "A Day at The Races". In this episode, we're thrilled to have Sam Swallow join us to share his insights and experiences with this extravagant and complex song. Sam, a talented musician of Hoosiers fame and fellow Queen enthusiast brings his unique perspective and sk...

🎸 Ian covers "Misfire", John Deacon's opening salvo off of Queen's Sheer Heart Attack album. Discover how Deacon's open-hearted songwriting and distinct guitar work shine in this track. 🎹 We'll also break down the playful lyrics and the optimistic undertones, exploring the track's layers of meaning and the unique energy Deacon brought to Queen's iconic sound. 🏆 Lastly, the scores and insights on the track's impact and its place in Queen's enduring legacy. 🎵 Tune in for an enlightening deep-di...

Jai takes us on a dive deep into the emotional complexities of Queen's song "Don't Try So Hard." We explore its unique blend of vulnerability, fragility, and defiance while highlighting Freddie Mercury's powerful vocals. Join us as we break down the song's themes and messages, and don't miss Jai's cover version. Stay tuned for our individual scores at the end of the episode, as we rate the song's impact and discuss its place in Queen's legacy. Don't forget to check out more Recovering Q...

Ian tackles Roger Taylor's "Action This Day." off of the "Hot Space" Album. In this episode, we explore the song's new wave influences, unique structure, and the powerful duet between Roger Taylor and Freddie Mercury. We'll discuss the saxophone solo, the live performances during the Hot Space Tour, and how the song represents Queen's ability to experiment with different styles. Finally, stay tuned until the end as we reveal our scores for this remarkable track. Join u...

🎤 Ian, treats us to an incredible cover, showcasing his unique interpretation and passion for this timeless hit. 🎸 This episode explores the iconic song off of Queen's "Jazz" album, written by the talented John Deacon. Join us as we delve into the powerful message and captivating melodies of this classic tune.🏆 The guys break down the track, sharing their insights and giving their scores on the song's impact, relevance, and overall appeal. Tune in for an unforgettable musical journey! 🎶...

Matt and special guests Sammy and Ben tackle this classic Freddie track Seaside Rendezvous off of Night At The Opera. Lots to talk about with Sammy in the studio, including 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 visits Freddie Mercury's strange little number, "In The Lap Of The Gods" off of the Queen Album "Sheer Heart Attack". We chat about lots of things and get round to the scoring 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

Ian tackles a John Decon funk rock track off of the Hot Space Album by Queen. We discuss many things 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

Ian takes on this very old Roger Taylor hard rocker. "Modern Times Rock ’n’ Roll" off of the Queen debut Album "Queen". We chat about all sorts of things and most importantly we score it! 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 tackles the Brian May mega Ballad "Save Me" off of the album The Game. We chat about production, performance, live versions and of course the scores on the doors for this greatest hit. 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 "Fun It" Rogers curiosity off of the Jazz album. We discuss synths and innovations, disco loads 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 does two versions of a Deacy love song "One Year Of Love" off of the Album "A Kind Of Magic" . We chat about arrangements, song structure and much more. We also do some scoring. 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 tackles Freddie's quick little whimsy "Lazing On A Sunday Afternoon" off of the Queen masterpiece "A Night At The Opera". We chat about influences, complexity, simplicity, animals in Queen songs and a lot more, including 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 tackles a deep cut, Freddie's curiosity number off of the Album "Queen II" ...Funny How Love Is. We chat about production, harmony, 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

Ian tackles Brian's rocker "Put Out The fire" off of the Queen Album "Hot Space". We Chat rock songs on funk albums and 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 Brian May's blistering rock funk track "Dragon Attack" off of the album The Game. We chat drum loops, drunken jams, bass line quality, and way 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 tackles a Freddie rocker off of the Jazz album, "Let Me Entertain You". We chat Rosie and Robbie, guitars and production and name checks, polyrhythms and strange verses ...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 Freddie Mercury classic "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" off of Queen's massive hit record "The Game". The boys chat about influences, studio work, Freddie Songwriting, 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

Jai tackles a greatest hit!! Freddie's little ditty off of A Day at the Races, "Good Old Fashioned Lover Boy" We chat about music hall, Freddie's roots, spanning the century, 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

This week Ian has Queenpod stalwart Rohan Acharya help him out doing the Vocals on The Invisible Man. Ro joins the boys to chat about the song in all its glory. We chat about the Video, growing up a queen Fan and so much more, and of course the scoring. 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 scramble to do a cover of this recovered Freddie Mercury gem "Face It Alone". The boys chat about the joy of hearing something new by Freddie, how this may have been achieved, the Bond theme nature 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

Matt takes on a classic flash track for this first Flashsode. Brian's finale of the Flash Battle over Mingo city. We talk foley, dubbing, Mack, film soundtracks and much more. And of course an unusual round of scoring. 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 Machines (or ‘Back to Humans’) Brian and Roger's dystopian track off of The Works. We chat Sci-fi, lyrics, song structures and much more, and of course the scores, I suspect it will surprise our audience. 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 Roger's curious call back to a previous album "Sheer Heart Attack" off of News Of The World. We chat Punk, live versions, the power of the chug and of course the scores, leaving Jai in a state of shock. 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

This week features Birmingham's finest Progressive Metal band Dakesis taking on I Want It All, Brian's rocker off of The Miracle. We discuss Lyrics and performances ...and are Queen Prog? How to deliver a Freddie Vocal, Deacy Magic, double Kick, Brian as a Guitarist? And of course the songs. 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 Roger's effort Coming Soon off of The Game. Under discussion, its place on the album, lyrical content, guitar solos, 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 tackles Freddie Mercury's whimsical track off of Innuendo. We chat indulgence and guitar sounds and production and much more. And a round of controversial scoring and not for the reasons you would imagine. 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 Brian's little blues ditty off of side 2 of Queen's News Of The World album. We chat the normal nonsense around lyrics, Roger's Drumming style, John and Brian's Blues credentials, 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

Jai covers Freddie's fantasy ballad "Lily Of The Valley " off of the Sheer Heart Attack Album. We talk lyrics, breaking bad, flowers, and don't forget 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 Freddie's advice song Don't try suicide off of The Game. The boys discuss Freddie's Lyrics and musical stylings, 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

Ian once again tackles a Roger track off of the Jazz album, More Of That Jazz. The boys chat about lyrical meaning, Roger's moaning at the invisible man, misheard lyrics, influence, and 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 takes on the Brian May Blues Rocker off of A Day At The Races, the controversial Tie Your Mother Down. Ian tackles the very high Vocal. We chat about the lyrical content, the musical content, the origins, and the episode also includes the Tie Your Mother Down Intro. What will the boys score this season 5 kick-off song. Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and our Karaoke videos ...

Matt takes on this obscure deep-cut off of A Night At The Opera; The Freddie Mercury mini-opera Bohemian Rhapsody. We talk lyrics, production, Freddie rhythmic precision, playing, Deaky magic, and much more ...with very controversial scoring of course. 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 on cover duties this week, choosing the Brain May "Waltz Rocker" Sweet Lady off of A Night at The Opera. We talk Guitar sounds, Tom sounds, Live Versions, Lyrics, Jai makes a crazy confession and of course the scores are as controversial as ever. 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

Special Guest Sarah Chapman joins the boys to chat about Hammer to Fall, Brian's rocker off of The Works. Lyrics discussed, Era discussed, Guitar Solo analysis and more. And of course, the scores on the hammer to fall doors. Ian's Cover wraps it all up. 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 treats us with a bluegrass version of Brian's delightful ode to ladies' bottoms off of Jazz. What do the gentlemen think of the lyrics, the guitar playing, and ultimately what are they going to score this greatest hit? 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 is on cover duty but enlists the help of listeners Sammy Martyr (Vocals) and Ben Wheeler (Drums) to do his cover of Stone Cold Crazy off of Sheer Heart Attack. The song's origins, cover versions and the meaning of Queen and scores are all discussed. Sam's band Martyrials can be seen on Tour https://www.martyrials.com/ 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 covering duty for this Magic classic. Scores are divided 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 has to re-cover and re-visit this Freddie classic off of Sheer Heart Attack. We discuss In the Lap of the Gods... Revisited, the mood of the song, lyrical styles, place on the album and way 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 tackles this Roger Classic off of Night of the Opera, I'm In Love With My Car. Aston's or Alphas TR4 or 5 ..does anyone care ? But most importantly can Jai be nice in his score for a Taylor track 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 tackles the Deaky classic You're My Best Friend off of Night of the Opera. We discuss bass lines, the no synth confusion and more ...and probably the least surprising score ever. 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

This week Ian is a hero and delivers the Hero, the epic Brian May finale off of Flash Gordon. We talk songwriting credits, themes, drum styles, life theme tunes. And of course the all-important 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 is once more astounding us with his interpretation of a controversial track ...the Mercury / Deacon crowd singalong Friends Will Be Friends off of Kind of Magic. Live track abomination, lyrical weirdness and much more including a round of scoring that splits the camp. 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

This week the queen podcast takes a cover from Australian Queen Covers Band "QUEEN ROCKS" . We are joined by frontman Jason Hess and chat in-depth about the music theory origins and performances of one of Queen's most Iconic numbers. For more details on our Guest https://www.queenrocks.com.au/ 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 an absolute staple of the Queen Canon. The Brian May oddity that is We Will Rock You off of News of the World. Ian has to take a lay down after Jai's scoring. 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 puts some spin on this version of the John Deacon track "Who Needs You" off of News of The World. We chat about chord shapes, band performances, Deaky genius and of course the all-important scoring. 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 does a faithful cover of one of Brian's family songs off of Queen II, Father To Son. We discuss setting, vocals and complex arrangements. We also get round to the scoring. 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 tackles another of Freddie's tragic love songs off of Jazz. We talk missing tracks, space arrangments, word meanings, Freddie's performance, Deaky genius and more. The scores of course. 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 Roger Taylor rocker Off of Queen II. In-depth drum analysis and a huge controversy in the scoring 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 this quirky Freddie number off of The Works. The boys discuss film soundtracks and lyric meanings. More controversy when it comes to scoring. 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

Well in the spirit of the original track ...we are shamelessly and lazily re-releasing this episode Happy Christmas everyone. The boys tackled Thank God it's Christmas. But what do they really think about it. Is it Classic Queen? In the Spirit of togetherness Jai, Matt and Ian tackle the song as a collaboration, ...with surprising results. Don't forget to check out more Recovering Queen on linktr.ee/queenpodcast where you will find our Scorecard and...

Ian tackles a Freddie rocker off of Queen II, the live favourite, Ogre Battle. The Boys discuss Mercury's songwriting skills, guitar skills, vocal skills. flange and much more. Of course, there are the scores and Ian's unusual interpretation. 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

Season 4 starts with an absolute BANGER. The boys are joined by Dutch-based Rock singer extraordinaire Michael Devlin. The boys discuss and break down Brian's peaches finale off of News of the World. Guitar tones, mystery bits, bass drum technique, and Deaky's contributions. 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

This minisode is a quick review of Roger Taylor live in London at Shepherd Bush Empire on his Outsider Tour. 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 on cover duties again to close of Season 3 of the Podcast. Episode 50 is a dive into the Roger Taylor classic off of the Works ...Radio Ga Ga. Pretty unanimous scoring. 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 Roger pop tune off of Hot Space. We chat Roger songwriting, strange videos, production and of course 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 Dancer the Brian May attempt at Disco/Rock fusion off of Hot Space. We chat curious Lyrics, there is disagreement over this. The scores are interesting. 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 Matt deliver their 2001 versions of this mini classic off of Queen's second album Queen II. We chat about the era and how this classic has affected our lives and, of course, we finish with our 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

Jai tackles this Brain May Hymn from the Sheer Heart Attack Album. We talk about lots of things and the scoring is hard. 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 yet another Deacon slice of genius, 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

This week on the Queen Podcast Jai tackles the John Deacon classic "In Only Sven Days" off of the Jazz Album. We chat about our Back to the light episode and then on to the meat and potatoes of this song. 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

This week on the Queen Podcast Ian tackles the John Deacon deep cut "Need Your Loving Tonight" Taken as the 5th single from The Game. We discuss the lyrics, production choices, much more and of course the all-important 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

In this minisode we chat about the Brian May Solo Album Back To the Light. Track by Track Jai, Matt and Ian discuss the highs and lows of the latest re-issue of Brian's first major release. 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