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"Queen II" may have held the breakthrough that Queen needed with its song "Seven Seas of Rhye" and established the fun jumping-around of different musical styles that the band would come to embrace, but this album would serve as their major breakthrough to the U.S. Coming just shortly after their previous album, by just a few months "Sheer Heart Attack" would allow this magnificent foursome to flash their jewelry and spread their wings and fly away into musical ... read more
This album is mindblowingly excellent, and the fact that its finally getting the recognition it deserves is satisfying. After opening the door to another world of whimsical adventured waiting to be explored, spells waiting to be uncovered, and ogres in the fantastical lands of Rhye, Queen manages to get even more focused on this album with a unique idea of two contrasting yet connecting sides, Side White and Side Black instead of your typical Side A and B.
Queen II may not be a concept album, ... read more
Queen truly did come out of the dawn of the 70's with a blast. Her majesty gracefully enters the throne full power and strong, taking on the challenge of finding a spot among the Rock greats. I bowed my head graciously and allowed myself to indulge in the creations her highness brought to the royal table. Queen's basic stylistic elements are here already including Mercury's theatrics, May's distinctive and creative guitar work, and multi-part song structures present on many songs.
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