alberbal12
I prefer live version... Like in Rainbow ´74 march concert... Simply stunning.
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brunogorski
[QUOTE] [b]BETA215 wrote:[/b]
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[b]pittrek wrote: [/b] BBC[/QUOTE]
Big black cock?[/QUOTE]
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[b]pittrek wrote: [/b] BBC[/QUOTE]
Big black cock?[/QUOTE]
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tomchristie22
The live version's definitely prevailed here, interesting. Thanks for your thoughts, all.
[QUOTE] [b]Sebastian wrote:[/b]
Sometimes less is more, but not in this case:
One Freddie singing phenomenally < Many Freddies singing phenomenally.
One great electric guitar < Many great electric guitars.
Freddie as a pianist < Brian as an acoustic guitarist.
No backing vocals < Angelical backing vocals.[/QUOTE]
Well said.
[QUOTE] [b]Vali wrote:[/b]
the studio version was always like "well, it´s alright" to me, while the live version has been always like "wow!!!"[/QUOTE]
That was my stance at one stage, too - I liked it, but wasn't blown away. When I heard the live version, I was quite taken by it, and that compelled me to go back and give the studio version a better listen. The thing about it is, so many of the great elements are very distant in the mix, but once you notice them, it makes the whole piece that much more sublime.
[QUOTE] [b]Sebastian wrote:[/b]
Sometimes less is more, but not in this case:
One Freddie singing phenomenally < Many Freddies singing phenomenally.
One great electric guitar < Many great electric guitars.
Freddie as a pianist < Brian as an acoustic guitarist.
No backing vocals < Angelical backing vocals.[/QUOTE]
Well said.
[QUOTE] [b]Vali wrote:[/b]
the studio version was always like "well, it´s alright" to me, while the live version has been always like "wow!!!"[/QUOTE]
That was my stance at one stage, too - I liked it, but wasn't blown away. When I heard the live version, I was quite taken by it, and that compelled me to go back and give the studio version a better listen. The thing about it is, so many of the great elements are very distant in the mix, but once you notice them, it makes the whole piece that much more sublime.
Mercuryman12
[QUOTE] [b]tomchristie22 wrote:[/b]
The live version's definitely prevailed here, interesting. Thanks for your thoughts, all.
[QUOTE] [b]Sebastian wrote:[/b]
Sometimes less is more, but not in this case:
One Freddie singing phenomenally < Many Freddies singing phenomenally.
One great electric guitar < Many great electric guitars.
Freddie as a pianist < Brian as an acoustic guitarist.
No backing vocals < Angelical backing vocals.[/QUOTE]
Well said.
[QUOTE] [b]Vali wrote:[/b]
the studio version was always like "well, it´s alright" to me, while the live version has been always like "wow!!!"[/QUOTE]
That was my stance at one stage, too - I liked it, but wasn't blown away. When I heard the live version, I was quite taken by it, and that compelled me to go back and give the studio version a better listen. The thing about it is, so many of the great elements are very distant in the mix, but once you notice them, it makes the whole piece that much more sublime. [/QUOTE]
The Sheffield 1974 version is the best ever version!
http://www.mediafire.com/download/m32l7089h16es8f/Sheffield_1974.rar
The live version's definitely prevailed here, interesting. Thanks for your thoughts, all.
[QUOTE] [b]Sebastian wrote:[/b]
Sometimes less is more, but not in this case:
One Freddie singing phenomenally < Many Freddies singing phenomenally.
One great electric guitar < Many great electric guitars.
Freddie as a pianist < Brian as an acoustic guitarist.
No backing vocals < Angelical backing vocals.[/QUOTE]
Well said.
[QUOTE] [b]Vali wrote:[/b]
the studio version was always like "well, it´s alright" to me, while the live version has been always like "wow!!!"[/QUOTE]
That was my stance at one stage, too - I liked it, but wasn't blown away. When I heard the live version, I was quite taken by it, and that compelled me to go back and give the studio version a better listen. The thing about it is, so many of the great elements are very distant in the mix, but once you notice them, it makes the whole piece that much more sublime. [/QUOTE]
The Sheffield 1974 version is the best ever version!
http://www.mediafire.com/download/m32l7089h16es8f/Sheffield_1974.rar
ili
there are Queen songs that sound better when played live, but not this one. Studio version is much better. live version was as good as it could get with only four pieces of instruments; without multi layered harmonies, vocals and studio effects.
gerry
For me the BBC version of "White Queen" is far more regal
than the album version on Queen2.
The band seem to flow more easily on the live version and it seems more dramatic.
Freddie's piano playing is also very grand and together.
Brian's guitar playing is let loose and Roger and john are in fine form.
than the album version on Queen2.
The band seem to flow more easily on the live version and it seems more dramatic.
Freddie's piano playing is also very grand and together.
Brian's guitar playing is let loose and Roger and john are in fine form.
princetom
BBC indeed... it gathers best of all parts.
what a *wonderful* song THAT is! one of my favourites of all time!!!
this, for me, is the definition of "queen"... passionate vocals, great guitars, a certain drive and some excellent bass notes.!
i would give anything to hear such a masterpiece once again for the first time !
what a *wonderful* song THAT is! one of my favourites of all time!!!
this, for me, is the definition of "queen"... passionate vocals, great guitars, a certain drive and some excellent bass notes.!
i would give anything to hear such a masterpiece once again for the first time !
DepeX
I really don't know why, but I absolutely love the new Rainbow version (March gig), a great mix of "regal" and pure "rock"
Gregsynth
Love the song - prefer live versions!
ludwigs
Although there are some brilliant versions of WQ 'live' I'd have to say that I prefer the studio version.
Many more guitars and vocals that aren't 'obvious' without honing in. Was only when I worked it out for my reproduction recording and subsequent tutorial that I realised just how much was going on!
And a fantastic 2-part acoustic solo with some excellent phrasing.
Many more guitars and vocals that aren't 'obvious' without honing in. Was only when I worked it out for my reproduction recording and subsequent tutorial that I realised just how much was going on!
And a fantastic 2-part acoustic solo with some excellent phrasing.
Mercuryman12
Live!
brENsKi
[QUOTE] [b]Mercuryman12 wrote:[/b]
Live![/QUOTE]
no shit...would it be from Sheffield 1974 by any chance you f**king cretin?
Live![/QUOTE]
no shit...would it be from Sheffield 1974 by any chance you f**king cretin?
cmsdrums
Whilst I love the stusio version, the way the piano and guitar interplay with each other on the live version is just magical, and makes 'Live' the winner for me every time
Saint Jiub
Live - The interplay between Freddie's piano and Brian's guitar is breathtaking.
mike hunt
love the song, the studio verson is excellent but live might be slightly better.