Singles

happystar wrote:

But "Crazy little thing" was not extended so cant really be treated as a true 12 inch version single.

The question in the opening post was

"What was the first 12 inch Queen single?"

Where do you see the word "extended"?

In the 1980s many bands had extended versions of the 7in single version so the 12in single was born.

I've got a WWRY / WATC Elektra promo 12" from 1977.

There was also a FBG / BR one the following year.

happystar wrote:

In the 1980s many bands had extended versions of the 7in single version so the 12in single was born.

I agree, but I understand the skepticism expressed by "TQ".

Like me, you are just a lunatic troll. LOL

The 12" single was actually born from the Disco explosion. As a format it was promoted a long the lines of 'Disco Special' featuring enhanced quality and mainly used by rock bands as an extra format for their regular cuts. Somewhere along the line someone thought - 'lets make this longer!' and collectors everywhere got boners (and wide-ons) at the prospect of multiformatting singles.

So the format came first, the 'extended 12" version' came later.

Queens first extended 12in was Radio Ga Ga.

Back Chat and Staying Power?

Appologies yeah i remember now "Backchat was extended!

happystar wrote:

Appologies yeah i remember now "Backchat was extended!

Wow, you catch on quick! Considering this had only been mentioned 4 times (!) in this very topic before you posted, once again, your claim that Radio Ga Ga was the first...

Dont always read other posts dear !

happystar wrote:

Dont always read other posts dear !

I do that with 95% of your posts.

Your reply also helps explain your ignorance. Thanks for the clarification.

goodco: That was bitchy and uncalled for.

This is an internet message board. Suggest you grow a thicker skin...

Mooghead: He wouldnt get away with that saying that to my face that is for sure!

Hey Happystar, how big's your 12"?