[情報]Live At The Rainbow to be Released...
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QUEEN TO RELEASE RARE RECORDING OF LANDMARK CONCERT
QUEEN: LIVE AT THE RAINBOW ’74
Previously unreleased first live album finally surfaces after 40 year wait.
Sunday 31st March 1974 is a landmark date in the history of rock music. It is
now celebrated in the multi format release of a rare recording made at
legendary London venue The Rainbow, of a concert by a then up-and-coming band
called Queen. Few who turned up for that iconic performance could have
predicted they would go on to become arguably the world’s best and most
successful rock group, although many more may have suspected it after this
stunning show.
Among the unique material contained in this release are over a dozen tracks
never previously released on any official Queen live album. The release will
come in CD, Vinyl and standard DVD or SD Blu-Ray formats available as
standard releases or special limited edition sets as well as digital formats.
That concert, being heard live for the first time in the soon to be released
Queen: Live at the Rainbow ’74, marked the culmination of the band’s
countrywide tour, their first as headliners - hot on the heels of a tour
supporting Mott the Hoople, late in 1973, on which they were widely regarded
as having blown the hit band off the stage. Queen got rave reviews, almost
unheard of for a support band, and it was obvious that in future they would
be top of the bill. The band’s momentum had been building since the release
of their eponymous album in July 1973 and, following their success on the
Mott tour, at the beginning of 1974 they were tipped as Band of the Year in
UK music paper Disc and Music Echo.
Just before the March Rainbow gig, Queen performed their new single Seven
Seas of Rhye on must-see UK TV music show Top of the Pops. The highly coveted
slot was a lucky break - they filled in for an absent David Bowie, who was
unavailable - and the band made the most of it, delivering a thrilling
performance that pushed the song into the Top 10.
Although the group now had a first hit single under its belt, and second
album Queen II had just been released to critical acclaim, many felt that
playing The Rainbow was overambitious. It was the premier London venue of the
time, on a par with L.A.’s Palladium and New York’s Fillmore East. But the
band had paid its dues, slugging it out in clubs and college halls for four
years, and never doubting their own potential. The band’s confidence was
vindicated when the venue quickly sold out the capacity of more than 3,000
seats – with some fans paying as much as ￡1.20 for a ticket!
Queen’s performance was spectacular from the second that Freddie Mercury
strutted onto the stage in his soon to become trademark white “eagle suit”,
a tight -fitting number specially made for him by top fashion designer Zandra
Rhodes, which featured flowing winged sleeves. He pranced and posed,
capturing the audience in seconds with his extraordinary voice and stage
presence, while Brian May provided the counterpoint with his remarkable and
ground-breaking guitar playing. The powerful “engine room” (as they liked
to call it) of drummer Roger Taylor and bass player John Deacon completed a
sound unlike anything British audiences had previously heard. Enraptured fans
clapped and cheered, and gave the band a standing ovation.
That electrifying show was recorded by Roy Thomas Baker, co-producer of
Queen's first four studio albums, and slated to be the band's third album
(and debut live album) - a career defining release like James Brown's Live At
The Apollo or The Who's Live At Leeds. Intended to be a recording that
captured the magic of a live band firing on all cylinders, Queen: Live at the
Rainbow ’74 would undoubtedly have been a big success. But Queen’s
ferocious creative momentum produced a stack of new songs begging to be
recorded and instead of releasing the live album the band went into the
studio to record what was to become 1974's breakthrough album, Sheer Heart
Attack. As a result the already completed Rainbow live album was shelved and
consigned to the archives.
Later in 1974 Queen had their first chart-topping single, Killer Queen, which
encapsulated their brand of driving rock and clever lyrics. It appeared on
Sheer Heart Attack, which was released in the autumn, was a massive hit and
remains to this day many fans’ favourite Queen album. To celebrate this
success and crown a remarkable year, Queen returned to The Rainbow in
November 1974 for two sell-out gigs that were even more spectacular than the
one in March. These concerts included the typically flamboyant performance
of Now I’m Here with which they had been wowing audiences on the tour. It
featured Freddie apparently appearing in a spotlight on opposite sides of the
stage almost simultaneously. The concerts received massive acclaim from fans
and critics alike, and won over many who had until then doubted the band’s
potential. In this year, Queen also undertook their first concerts in
Australia, USA, Sweden, Finland, Holland, Belgium and Spain.
Now, a remarkable 40 years later, Queen: Live at the Rainbow ’74 has finally
surfaced from the archives, providing an invaluable record of emerging
superstars demonstrating their talent.
Queen, Virgin Records and Eagle Rock Entertainment are proud to announce that
Queen: Live at the Rainbow ‘74 will be released on 8th September 2014 (UK on
Virgin Records) and 9th September 2014 (US through Hollywood Records) in a
variety of formats all newly mixed and mastered to the highest contemporary
standard. These range from a standard two CD package, a DVD, an SD Blu-ray, a
gate-fold double vinyl (including an audio reproduction of the aforementioned
original live album), a quadruple vinyl boxed set, to a super deluxe collector
’s edition. This comprehensive and fascinating package includes two CDs, a
DVD and Blu-Ray, a 60 page hardback book containing many rare photographs,
and various items of memorabilia such as reproductions of the tickets, show
souvenir programme and poster, as well as material from the band members’
personal archives. (Full details of the various packages which will be
released can be found at the end of this release). Vinyl and super deluxe
formats are released as limited editions.
These recordings capture Queen at that time in all their glory: the dramatic
stage presence, the highly original self-penned repertoire of songs,
high-energy performances coupled with stunning melodic and harmonic content,
and the uncompromising perfectionist approach to every aspect of their
performance which is still maintained to this day.
Queen dazzled their audiences in 1974 with an unforgettable show delivered
with a skill and confidence which belied their youth. The tape machines were
rolling, capturing the highly electric performances. Now, to mark the 40th
anniversary of these legendary shows, here, finally, is Queen: Live at the
Rainbow ’74 - lovingly restored, edited, mixed and digitally mastered, and
including much footage never previously seen. It is a collection every Queen
fan will want to possess.
Queen will be touring North America, Asia and Australia this summer with
virtuoso vocalist Adam Lambert. The tour kicks off June 19th at Chicago's
United Center. Tour dates and ticket information can be found at
queenonline.com.
Official store opens very soon at:
www.queenonlinestore.com/Queen/Live-At-The-Rainbow-74/
QUEEN: LIVE AT THE RAINBOW ’74 - Package details
Package one
One CD featuring the November show
Package two
Two CD digi-pack, with one CD featuring the March show and the second CD
featuring the November show
Package three
DVD or SD Blu-Ray of the November show with four “bonus” tracks from March
Package four (released in North America only)
SD Blu-Ray & CD combo box
Package five
2 Vinyl - Limited edition gate-fold double vinyl package, with one LP
featuring an audio reproduction of the original March show live album and the
other LP featuring highlights from the November show.
Package six
4 Vinyl - Limited edition four vinyl LP boxed set, two LPs featuring the
March show and two featuring the November show
Package seven
Super Deluxe Box - Limited edition Super Deluxe lidded boxed set package
containing:
1) Two CDs, one CD featuring the March show and the second CD featuring
the November show
2) A DVD and SD Blu-Ray of the November show with four “bonus” tracks
from March
3) A 60 page hardback book containing lots of previously unseen
photographs, and (among other items), reproductions of two reviews, one from
The Times and one from Disc and Music Echo. A series of four articles from
the latter publication is also included.
4) Reproductions of two tickets from the March concert (those actually
used by Brian’s parents)
5) A reproduction of the tour itinerary folder for the March concert
from promoter Mel Bush, including a letter instructing the band not to trash
the hotel room or there will be dire consequences!
6) A reproduction of the 8 page show souvenir brochure
7) Two button badges – reproductions of items available at the concert
8) A reproduction of the purple and gold March concert poster
9) A reproduction of a fashion shoot in The Telegraph Magazine,
featuring the band with fashion models.
10) A reproduction of the sticker stage pass from the March concert
Queen Live at the Rainbow will also be available as one disc and two disc
eAlbum.
Queen: Live at the Rainbow ’74 - track listings:
One CD:
SHEER HEART ATTACK TOUR
Live at the Rainbow, November ’74
1. Procession
2. Now I’m Here
3. Ogre Battle
4. Father To Son
5. White Queen (As It Began)
6. Flick Of The Wrist
7. In The Lap Of The Gods
8. Killer Queen
9. The March Of The Black Queen
10. Bring Back That Leroy Brown
11. Son And Daughter
12. Guitar Solo
13. Son And Daughter (Reprise)
14. Keep Yourself Alive
15. Drum Solo
16. Keep Yourself Alive (Reprise)
17. Seven Seas Of Rhye
18. Stone Cold Crazy
19. Liar
20. In The Lap Of The Gods… Revisited
21. Big Spender
22. Modern Times Rock ’n’ Roll
23. Jailhouse Rock
24. God Save The Queen
Two CD digi-pack & four vinyl LP boxed set:
CD 1
QUEEN II TOUR
Live at the Rainbow, March ’74
1. Procession
2. Father To Son
3. Ogre Battle
4. Son And Daughter
5. Guitar Solo
6. Son And Daughter (Reprise)
7. White Queen (As It Began)
8. Great King Rat
9. The Fairy Feller’s Master-Stroke
10. Keep Yourself Alive
11. Drum Solo
12. Keep Yourself Alive (Reprise)
13. Seven Seas Of Rhye
14. Modern Times Rock ’n’ Roll
15. Jailhouse Rock / Stupid Cupid / Be Bop A Lula (Medley)
16. Liar
17. See What A Fool I’ve Been
CD 2
SHEER HEART ATTACK TOUR
Live at the Rainbow, November ’74
1. Procession
2. Now I’m Here
3. Ogre Battle
4. Father To Son
5. White Queen (As It Began)
6. Flick Of The Wrist
7. In The Lap Of The Gods
8. Killer Queen
9. The March Of The Black Queen
10. Bring Back That Leroy Brown
11. Son And Daughter
12. Guitar Solo
13. Son And Daughter (Reprise)
14. Keep Yourself Alive
15. Drum Solo
16. Keep Yourself Alive (Reprise)
17. Seven Seas Of Rhye
18. Stone Cold Crazy
19. Liar
20. In The Lap Of The Gods… Revisited
21. Big Spender
22. Modern Times Rock ’n’ Roll
23. Jailhouse Rock
24. God Save The Queen
Standard DVD and SD Blu-Ray:
SHEER HEART ATTACK TOUR
Live at the Rainbow, November ’74
1. Procession
2. Now I’m Here
3. Ogre Battle
4. Father To Son
5. White Queen (As It Began)
6. Flick Of The Wrist
7. In The Lap Of The Gods
8. Killer Queen
9. The March Of The Black Queen
10. Bring Back That Leroy Brown
11. Son And Daughter
12. Guitar Solo
13. Son And Daughter (Reprise)
14. Keep Yourself Alive
15. Drum Solo
16. Keep Yourself Alive (Reprise)
17. Seven Seas Of Rhye
18. Stone Cold Crazy
19. Liar
20. In The Lap Of The Gods… Revisited
21. Big Spender
22. Modern Times Rock ’n’ Roll
23. Jailhouse Rock
BONUS TRACKS
QUEEN II TOUR
Live at the Rainbow, March ’74
1. Son And Daughter
2. Guitar Solo
3. Son And Daughter (Reprise)
4. Modern Times Rock ’n’ Roll
Double Vinyl LP Package:
QUEEN II TOUR
Live at the Rainbow, March ’74
1. Procession
2. Father To Son
3. Ogre Battle
4. Son And Daughter
5. Guitar Solo
6. Son And Daughter (Reprise)
7. Keep Yourself Alive
8.Drum Solo
9. Keep Yourself Alive (Reprise)
10. Seven Seas Of Rhye
11. Modern Times Rock ’n’ Roll
12. Liar
SHEER HEART ATTACK TOUR
Live at the Rainbow, November ’74
1. Procession
2. Now I’m Here
3. White Queen (As It Began)
4. Flick Of The Wrist
5. In The Lap Of The Gods
6. Killer Queen
7. The March Of The Black Queen
8. Bring Back That Leroy Brown
9. Stone Cold Crazy
10. In The Lap Of The Gods… Revisited
Some fascinating (and noteworthy) facts about Queen: Live at the Rainbow ’74:
The Fairy Feller's Master-Stroke, (from Queen II) was inspired by a painting
by Richard Dadd (1817-1886) which now hangs in the Tate Gallery, having been
donated to the gallery by war poet Siegfried Sassoon. The song is by far the
most significant song on the Rainbow project in terms of rarity. The March
31st show was the last time Queen performed it in concert and this is the
only known live recording of the song. The track’s appearance on this
package is likely to be the biggest surprise on the set.
Great King Rat and Modern Times Rock'n'Roll (from the first album), See What
A Fool I've Been (the non-album B-side of Seven Seas of Rhye) and Flick of
the Wrist (from Sheer Heart Attack), are also included on an official Queen
live product for the first time.
The November show was released in part (not full) on the 1992 VHS, part of
the little-known Box of Tricks package, but the March show has never been
officially released.
On the 1992 VHS Liar and Keep Yourself Alive (from first album), Father To
Son (from Queen II) and Jailhouse Rock only featured in part, whereas now on
Queen: Live at the Rainbow ’74 they are full versions for the first time.
Modern Times Rock'n'Roll, Flick Of The Wrist, Seven Seas of Rhye and Big
Spender (all from November) were NOT on the VHS video, so this is the first
time they have emerged.
The following 15 songs from March and November Rainbow 1974 concerts have
never appeared on any official Queen live album before (this excludes video):
Procession, Father to Son, Ogre Battle, Son and Daughter, White Queen, Great
King Rat, The Fairy Feller's Master-Stroke, Modern Times Rock'n'Roll, Liar,
See What A Fool I've Been, Flick of the Wrist, In the Lap of the Gods (not to
be confused with In The Lap Of The Gods... Revisited), The March of the Black
Queen, Bring Back that Leroy Brown and Stone Cold Crazy.
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