Queen - White Queen (A Night At The Odeon, Hammersmith 1975): Reaction

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  • If like us you some how missed early 1970s Queen then do yourself a favor and watch this. A truly spectacular band. Spellbinding.
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  • @christinerobinson3819
    @christinerobinson3819 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    This could possibly be my favourite Queen performance

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It was / is amazing

    • @richlisola1
      @richlisola1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      White Queen live at The Hammersmith Odeon 1975 is absolutely my favorite Queen performance.

  • @loveym8879
    @loveym8879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Please more Queen. Liar written by Freddie, live 1974 at the Rainbow, is a great one that highlights all of the band members. Thanks.

  • @andreakormosnekacso4804
    @andreakormosnekacso4804 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Brian mentioned, that Freddie was playing the piano as a drummer, but like he had a metronome in his head. He was really famous for timing either in singing, playing the piano or performing. Great reaction, thanks.

  • @sandrabutler8483
    @sandrabutler8483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Dr Brian May wrote the song, it's about something that happened in his early life, and The Red Special which he built with his dad back in around 1963 from things around their home, he knew how he wanted it too sound, however John Deacon made an Amp which they both used to get the sounds they wanted with just four on stage, and they all played different instruments, they didn't just stick too the ones you associate with them and also Dr Brian May uses an old Sixpence instead of the normal fingers or pic, he worked out a long time ago how he wanted everything sounding

  • @melissakhalar1842
    @melissakhalar1842 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    "So sad her eyes
    Smiling dark eyes
    So sad her eyes
    As it began
    On such a breathless night as this
    Upon my brow the lightest kiss
    I walked alone
    And all around the air did say
    My lady soon will stir this way
    In sorrow known
    The white queen walks and
    The night grows pale
    Stars of lovingness in her hair
    Needing - unheard
    Pleading - one word
    So sad my eyes
    She cannot see
    How did thee fare, what have thee seen
    The mother of the willow green
    I call her name
    And 'neath her window have I stayed
    I loved the footsteps that she made
    And when she came
    White queen how my heart did ache
    And dry my lips no word would make
    So still I wait
    My goddess hear my darkest fear
    I speak too late
    It's for evermore that I wait
    Dear friend goodbye
    No tear in my eyes
    So sad it ends
    As it began."
    A story of being too shy to approach someone who you're attracted to.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Cool... many thanks for this.

    • @dezperez1998
      @dezperez1998 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Tnx much..amazing lyrics...so love this song..and this vid.. perfect performance of freddie..

    • @karenbradley4243
      @karenbradley4243 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank for the lyrics… wish I’d heard this years ago… such a beautiful haunting sound… my favourite sure…😊

  • @MrBielok
    @MrBielok 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This comes from Queen 2, actually my introduction to the band. Heavy beyond believe, you guys must listen to the album. That cape is a Zandra Rhodes design by the way. Anyway Queen 2... side black and side white. White Queen and Black Queen, first one by Brian, second one by Freddie. Bohemnian Rhapsody did not drop out of the air just like that. And this video, the remix is pretty stunning. Such clarity! Especially in the high end, the piano... Those were the days :)

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @josephinemonahan915
    @josephinemonahan915 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Think about it...Queen were in their twenties then🤩

  • @simonk7937
    @simonk7937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Queen 2 , Quite possibly the greatest album ever..
    Ogre Battle from the album and Stone Cold Crazy pretty much show off Queen and why they're regarded as introducing speed metal to the world.
    Other tracks you should check out if you haven't already,
    Dead on time
    It's late
    My Fairy king and as a later track try Kurgans theme, Freddie even said it was the hardest track he ever sang simply because he's on his raspy vocals throughout the track . 👌

  • @sherryheim5504
    @sherryheim5504 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My favorite live performance EVER!!! Thank you for reacting to this fabulous performance.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Our pleasure! Be well Sherry - More Queen soon.

  • @lilmiles4477
    @lilmiles4477 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank designer Zandra Rhodes for capes an flares. discovered them whenn i was 11 1977 and was hooked. 70s Queen Stone Cold Crazy live amazing ! Metallica has used it for years in their shows and James Hettfield performed it with Queen at Freddie"s tribute concert. I love your intro as well takes me back

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No way - Zandra Rhodes... Brill !

  • @dianecourtney2724
    @dianecourtney2724 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where have you guys been 😂😂😂 So in love with Queen/ Freddie ❤️ Yes… mesmerizing ! Have been mesmerized by this for my whole life ✌🏼

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      New to us... HOW?

    • @tomatoseed1443
      @tomatoseed1443 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      New Queen fan here, thanks to reaction videos!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tomatoseed1443 well enjoy. An amazing band. Thanks for being here

  • @andrewbutcher3429
    @andrewbutcher3429 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need to listen to QUEEN, QUEEN 2, SHEER HEART ATTACK, and ANATO all in a row to realise the genius of these guys

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good call and will do as learning more about them all the time

  • @melissakhalar1842
    @melissakhalar1842 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I forgot to say that my 14th Great Grandmother was known as The White Queen, Elizabeth of Woodville Queen Consort to Edward IV of England. Lol 👑

  • @rickfairman5640
    @rickfairman5640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Check out a Night at the Opera that album says it all.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @elifaudio1472
    @elifaudio1472 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    tHE TIGHTEST LIVE BAND IN HISTORY, BAR NONE!

  • @gwyhad
    @gwyhad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There are many hidden gems in the 70's like Prophet Song (perhaps the first (proto) power metal song), Death on Two Legs, and many more that have already been recommended to you. Great reaction.
    About the studio version of White Queen, it's very different with one of the best backing vocals in the Queen catalogue, but in live the band chooses the demo song, the instrumental version is better and Roger is an amazing singer but maybe sings that chorus live it's impossible.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Be well and more soon. Thanks for being here.

  • @helenespaulding7562
    @helenespaulding7562 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gents, six months ago George asked for a recommendation for a good live version of Kashmir. I didn’t see that you have reacted to it yet. I would recommend, in the highest possible way, the live version from 2007 Celebration Day at the O2. It is my favorite version of my favorite song by my favorite band. I don’t think you’ve reacted to any song from that concert? It is magnificent Robert sounded better doing Kashmir in this than he did in 1979 Knebworth. You will both be blown away. Guarantee it.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Helene - I just sent G the link to schedule, no promises as he is travelling / kids / life but we will try and get this done sooner than later!

    • @helenespaulding7562
      @helenespaulding7562 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheThamesmen THANK YOU! you are a peach! 😁🤗

  • @maryadamec124
    @maryadamec124 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi guys!! Loved the reaction, not so much the bike or wrestling references... King Kong and Godzilla were okay.... Freddie would have liked that. The next one should be another real classic queen, might I suggest "In the Lap of the Gods" or "March of the Black Queen", or "Great King Rat" paired with "My Fairy King"... all are good...thanks again for the reaction.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Freddie had a Grifter!!!!! Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @rodolfotardin435
    @rodolfotardin435 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nightwish - PAN - 2020

  • @chrisbyrne5358
    @chrisbyrne5358 ปีที่แล้ว

    Get you ears around Queen 2 and Sheer Heart Attack

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ooh would be good to hear more queen

  • @kimkruse7370
    @kimkruse7370 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Think you will like this video! Green Day Crowd Singing Bohemian Rhapsody [Live in Hyde Park 2017].

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @emobloom
    @emobloom ปีที่แล้ว

    The guy on the left dead ringer for Zoot from The Muppets.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I will take that. Been called worse!

    • @emobloom
      @emobloom ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheThamesmen All good, Zoot is cool.

  • @paolokocis65
    @paolokocis65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    He came from another planet...no...another galaxy
    Miss his amazing voice

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ha... Planet Queen

    • @paolokocis65
      @paolokocis65 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheThamesmen where he wants to live forever

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@paolokocis65 As King an Queen!!! I'D MOVE.

    • @dianecourtney2724
      @dianecourtney2724 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Planet Mercury👍🔥

  • @cspole3435
    @cspole3435 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    You should do "Now i'm Here" live @ Wembley... And, for early stuff, "Liar"!!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @MrBielok
    @MrBielok 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    The song hasn't even started and it's already emotional... The culture! The dedication! Almost too much 😀

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ahhhh.... Bless Freddie!!

  • @Terri6868
    @Terri6868 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Written by Brian May, love how Freddie piano & Brian’s guitar sang together. Suggest “In the Lap of the Gods” & Liar” 74 @the Rainbow 🌈

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Noted and thanks. I will check this out. Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

    • @debramoore7513
      @debramoore7513 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      YESSSS YESSSS

    • @lilmiles4477
      @lilmiles4477 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have been listening to this song for years and everytime they play that i just cry so beautiful

  • @ZENOBlAmusic
    @ZENOBlAmusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Great reaction! I am glad you guys want to check out more 70's Queen! If there is someone who can wear a cape, it is Freddie. lol You guys can try Father To Son live at the Rainbow 1974, Liar live at the Rainbow 1974, Stone Cold Crazy (officially known as the first thrash metal song) live at the Rainbow 1974. Also Ogre Battle from the Hammersmith Odeon 1975. This show at the Hammersmith Odeon was broadcasted live on BB2 on Christmas Eve, presented by the Old Grey Whistle Test. There was a contest in the Melody Maker magazine and people voted for the best live band, the prize was a live performance on BBC2, it was a great opportunity for an up coming band. Thus this concert is slightly shorter then other Queen concerts. At this stage Bohemian Rhapsody was also no.1 on the charts. So this this was a great time for the band.
    The White Queen comes from the album Queen II, it is somewhat of a concept album with a white and black side. The album is full of fantasy and medieval themes.
    It is great that you guys have noticed Freddie's piano playing as well, he gets lots of praise for singing and performing, but he was a great musician, piano player and composer as well. Brian May build his own guitar, the delay he is using here is also tape delays that he built himself. It is cool to hear stories from earlier decades.

    • @MsAyu15
      @MsAyu15 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I would like to see "Liar" as their next 70s reaction. 😍

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

    • @LMTino
      @LMTino 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I vote Stone Cold Crazy - goes by like lightning but OH what a STRIKE!

    • @thatrandomaussiechick4107
      @thatrandomaussiechick4107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      my
      my fave album

    • @The1queencollector
      @The1queencollector ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Freddie in a cape or in a fabulous cat suit darling

  • @deboraclark5791
    @deboraclark5791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    To me all their early works were the greatest. I've been fan since 74, I love Queen throughout the years, but early was the best.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      we are JUST learning!!!!

  • @allenjohnstone9945
    @allenjohnstone9945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    One of my favourite songs along with 'In the lap of the Gods'
    Also like to add you should do the 79 live killers version of Brighton Rock. Brian's guitar solo is so insane.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

    • @queenmiriam3058
      @queenmiriam3058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes good suggestion!! 👏🏻

    • @lynnhoffman247
      @lynnhoffman247 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheThamesmen 👋🏼💗👍🏼

    • @debramoore7513
      @debramoore7513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      YESSSS - Brighton Rock 🤘🤘

  • @queenmiriam3058
    @queenmiriam3058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Wow, 🔥 Thankyou Guys for some Queen again 👑 You’re so nice to watch. I love 70’s Queen, their style and music. Whole different than their 80’s stuff. I love their diversity and great legacy. And the fact reactors still checking them out, amazing after so many years. I hope to see more. Keep up the good work. Much bless!!

  • @hippiejane2683
    @hippiejane2683 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    A masterpiece by Brian May who is an absolutely amazing guy. I missed Queen completely and after seeing the movie I became obsessed. This is one of my absolute favorites. Try Dragon Attack. Thanks guys.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noted and thanks. I will check this out. Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

  • @paolokocis65
    @paolokocis65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I won't to be a rockstar.
    I will be a Legend.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh thats good!

    • @paolokocis65
      @paolokocis65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheThamesmen and he had right...
      Give a look to
      Fat Bottomed Girls - Milton keynes 1982
      Dragon attack - Montreal 1981
      Who wants to leave forever - Wembley 1986
      You take my breath away - hyde park 1976
      And of course Live Aid 1985
      But you can choose as you want in over than 700 gigs of Queen
      Love them
      And i adore you two
      Hugs from Rome guys!!

  • @RichardLaurence
    @RichardLaurence 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I was lucky enough to have been at this concert - sitting in the balcony. At one stage I could feel the balcony moving up and down!

  • @janematthews3394
    @janematthews3394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "Stone Cold Crazy" live at the Rainbow 1974!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @GinMae
    @GinMae 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    thanks, guys! - this is Brian May's song - and the collaboration between Freddie & Brian on guitar/piano - and Roger's drumming are some of the best - amirite? (oh, and Deacy, of course on the bass!) --

  • @proevoisace7
    @proevoisace7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Another few Queen recommendations that usually go under the radar would be Nevermore, All Dead, All Dead and Lily of the Valley, quite short songs so you could do them all in one video

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      all in one vid..... We'd faint! These vids take ages to create :)

    • @GinMae
      @GinMae 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes - "All Dead" especially - with Brian's vocals!

  • @juliannetomlinson
    @juliannetomlinson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    You picked one of the best guys,
    This is stunning.Listen to this often.
    Try Stone Cold Crazy.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

    • @josniikseen6405
      @josniikseen6405 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Modern times rockn roll.👍

    • @sharonallforloveandpositiv5497
      @sharonallforloveandpositiv5497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheThamesmen yes, Stone Cold Crazy was concert sort of the first metal of it's kind..

  • @janetschulman7649
    @janetschulman7649 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What a range. Love when he goes low. The piano and guitar battle cannot be surpassed

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not kiddin! Thanks for being here and supporting our channel. More soon!

    • @davecole2561
      @davecole2561 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed. It's astonishing. Early Queen is spine tingling!

  • @deborahallen3318
    @deborahallen3318 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Right! I thought I'd heard most of Queens songs, but boy was I wrong! This is one of the greatest hidden gems from Queen and still is! Totally enjoyed your reaction and I will be returning for more reactions. PS. " In the Lap of the Gods " Live at the rainbow 1975 😁

  • @debramoore7513
    @debramoore7513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awwwww - “The White Queen walks …. “ IMO one of Brian’s masterpieces written like a Tolkien book. Inspired by Brian’s crush on a girl in his Biology class in University. The loving & longing for her from afar! She must of been something to grab the attention of Dr. Brian May. But alas, he waited too long and lost the courage to approach his White Queen. Hauntingly beautiful 🧝🏻‍♀️ 🌟⭐️💫✨☀️☀️

  • @marilynsmith9758
    @marilynsmith9758 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Enjoyed your reaction to my favorite live version of this hauntingly beautiful song! The entire band was superb. For some more early Queen please consider reacting to “In the Lap of the Gods” and “Stone Cold Crazy”, both from live at the Rainbow 1974.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks. I will check this out. Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

  • @LMTino
    @LMTino 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    So on point - Brian May said that exact same comment, that Freddie was like a metronome on the piano. Perfect. Sustained. I was in college in the late 70s but Queen bypassed me - but thx goodness for the rediscovery. You will have a blast seeing with fresh eyes what you never knew. A BLAST - and I will get a kick out of watching it happen for you.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cool! Be well and we will have more Queen from this era soon!!!Be well

  • @simontyne3032
    @simontyne3032 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Anything from live at the Rainbow is amazing.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @leonarae8496
    @leonarae8496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My favourite Queen song, and I much prefer this live version to the studio one. Thank you so much for watching it.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for being here - Moire soon!

    • @dianecourtney2724
      @dianecourtney2724 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When there is a choice Live Queen always supreme !! ( unlike most other bands )

  • @Danielik25
    @Danielik25 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    React, please, to song from the first album Liar live at the Rainbow 74 and In The Lap Of The Gods revisited from 75, thank you, love Queen

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @hibuy100
    @hibuy100 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those spectacular white satin costumes were by the very famous, one & only Zandra Rhodes...who Freddie found. Zandra was starting out in the 1970's and went on to design for Princess Di. Freddie was a genius in many ways...song writing, performing, designing, fashion, to name a few... I love their eccentric style on stage & off.

  • @cloveronatree1079
    @cloveronatree1079 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Stone Cold Crazy Rainbow 74

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noted as we need more QUEEN!!

  • @marceltroia9750
    @marceltroia9750 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Fire reaction guys, love to watch you both stunned! Now it's time for a banger... Seven seas a rhye live at the Rainbow crazy raw vocals and tight band

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @clivematthews5296
    @clivematthews5296 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Saw Queen around this era in North Norfolk at Cromer Links Pavilion. Played Hey Big Spender at some point in the gig. They were amazing. Bought every album. Still have all the vinyl. And at last I have heard a band that impresses me as much in Nightwish with Floor Jansen. Thanks TH-cam and thanks for the memory guys. Queen and Queen 2 are my favourite albums. All the early stuff had "no synthesisers" on the albums.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Queen in Norfolk!! Now that' a teeshirt!

    • @clivematthews5296
      @clivematthews5296 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheThamesmen the Cromer Links and West Runton Pavilion were amazing for groups, from Status Quo, Golden Earring, Sabbath, Purple, Iron Maiden, Saxon, Judas Priest, Blue Oyster Cult to The Damned, Sex Pistols, Clash, Adverts, Sham 69 etc etc Two great venues.

  • @GilesMcRiker
    @GilesMcRiker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's interesting that you pick up on the timing of Freddie's piano-playing, and in fact describe him as a "metronome" because that is the exact term that Brian May used to describe Freddie's skills, despite the fact that Freddy himself was dismissive of his piano playing skills.
    While it's true that Freddie did not possess tthe technical skills of a virtuoso on the piano, his overall brilliance as a musician elevated him tu Maestro level especially for this genre.
    As great as Freddie was running around on stage, there is a special magical charm that Freddy conjured when he was just sitting down and playing the piano on song such as e We the champions, Play the Game, it's a hard life, among others

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was listening - It was rock solid!!

  • @valerielansford565
    @valerielansford565 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It was a delay. Wonderful reaction!!! Freddie's "wings" on this outfit represented the winged god Mercury. This was just after he changed his name to Mercury.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes but back then they had actual tape loop delay - I have used one, where the tape runs, records, loops, plays back the sequence then rerecords over the tape - Its amazing... I did not know about Mercury - That's so cool. Be well

  • @marciebulsaraorcutt
    @marciebulsaraorcutt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    MORE LIVE QUEEN, PLEASE....
    I think ALL Queen fans know: LIVE is (almost always) BETTER (until post-1986 when they stopped performing live). Their BEST STUFF in in their Deep Cuts.
    There are basically 3 Queen eras: 1970s Progressive Rock Queen; 1980s Stadium Rock Queen; 1990s Miracle-Innuendo-Made In Heaven era Queen.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @christhecurator
    @christhecurator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Just awesome, there are not enough superlatives for Freddie. Early Queen is so different in sound to later Queen but it's all tight! I'd suggest Sheer Heart Attack, which wasn't a single but a live staple, live at the Rainbow is a good version too. You might be interested in listening to the cover by Metallica too, I'll find some links and add them. I've got to hear the Honda van story, you dirty teases, how could you start it then cut it off like that! Another great video, more please!

    • @christhecurator
      @christhecurator 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Queen Live at the Rainbow th-cam.com/video/T8Rfb1Jtmic/w-d-xo.html
      Metallica Live 91 th-cam.com/video/ydXwQIDx_ug/w-d-xo.html

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Chris!!!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      EVEN Better thanks Chris!! Hope all is well!

    • @betseyclark2832
      @betseyclark2832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wasn't the Metallica cover of Stone Cold Crazy, not Sheer Heart Attack?

    • @christhecurator
      @christhecurator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@betseyclark2832 You are of course correct, some kind of cognitive dissonance on my part, the links are right though!

  • @helaina400
    @helaina400 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    “capes can get caught in the lift” - love you guys.

  • @jennifertaylor6197
    @jennifertaylor6197 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for your reactions. Have never heard this song. Queen is so timeless. Please react to a 1986 performance at Wembley. Either "Now I'm Here" and/or "Under Pressure (written with David Bowie)"

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Neither had we… we loved it. More soon.

  • @Sassypaws4927
    @Sassypaws4927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    If I could make a suggestion, check out "Liar" from 1974 live at the Rainbow - th-cam.com/video/AdWtxjfmKC4/w-d-xo.html. It starts with great drums by Roger Taylor, then Brian joins with his guitar and, of course, John on the bass. There are almost 1 1/2 minutes of instruments before Freddie begins singing:
    I have sinned, dear Father.
    Father, I have sinned.
    Won't you help me, Father?
    Won't you let me in?
    (Liar!) Oh, nobody believes me.
    (Liar!) Why don't you leave me alone?.
    This is a song where everyone in the band gets the spotlight one time or another. One of my favorite parts of this song is a bass solo by John Deacon.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

    • @dianecourtney2724
      @dianecourtney2724 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amen !

  • @carlkempeneer469
    @carlkempeneer469 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    how splendid this was... now listen to the studio version ' the march of the black queen'

  • @1944bwa
    @1944bwa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You two are great! FYI. The 30th anniversary of Freddie’s death is coming up on November 24th. It would be a great day to do another Queen reaction. Or two. Recommend Something from 70s plus the last recording he is on which came out after his death: Mother Love. He dragged himself into the studio to record it and had to stop, saying he would return to finish later. He never made it back and Brian May sang the last verse. May said he was stunned that Freddie’s voice was as good as it was at that late point in his illness. Well worth a listen!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      RL - That's a great excuse to do more Freddy - Thanks for this! Peace Alex

  • @RuthlessBiscuit3
    @RuthlessBiscuit3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Queen is awesome! It would have been wonderful to see them live before Freddie's passing.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I never saw them - Well done!

  • @williamwallace5857
    @williamwallace5857 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THIS is the version you should have went for. Queen - White Queen (As It Began) (Live at The Rainbow 1974)

  • @marydc26
    @marydc26 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for reacting to this song beautiful song. Please, you need to react to Innuendo, is one of their best masterpieces. I swear, it's incredible!

  • @kendallneason3645
    @kendallneason3645 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I adore this performance of this gorgeous song. Queen fans know this is masterful. Brian said that Freddie was like a metronome too! Great reaction! Try Hyde Park 1976 You Take My Breath Away! Magical! Take it from a Southern belle in the USA.

  • @catsara9114
    @catsara9114 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Especially 70s Queen is ON FIRE! So creative, innovative

  • @misschris6534
    @misschris6534 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    YES! More Queen in the 70s! I'd love to see you react to the Seven Seas of Rhye and Stone Cold Crazy at the Rainbow in 74. Absolutely stunning performances.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks. I will check this out. Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

  • @juttapopp1869
    @juttapopp1869 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    March of the Black Queen, please! Anything off Queen2, really. Queen's deep-cuts show a VERY different band to just their 'Greatest Hits".

  • @brianparsa7794
    @brianparsa7794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the main reasons I didn't pay much attention to Queen is that when I was starting to take notice of rock music around age 11-12, the radio airwaves seemed to be overrun by "We Are The Champions" and "We Will Rock You"; decent songs, but I wasn't knocked out by those, so I ignored the band basically. I think that was a mistake -- going to have to search for early live recordings!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly what we did. Great to see now though!

  • @ma-shina
    @ma-shina ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Check out their Staying Power from Live at the Bowl. It´s song from the Hot Space album witch is loaded with synths and machine drums but live version is fakin great.

  • @The1queencollector
    @The1queencollector ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love reactors like yourselves who really do not know much about Queen other than Greatest hits, they are astounded by their greatness, loads of bands I love but for me Queen tops them all, try Live Killers version Brighton Rock for a guitar extravaganza or You take my breath away , Live maybe Hyde Park, for a wonderful ballad.

  • @karenj3611
    @karenj3611 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Doesn't get much better than that gentlemen. So much Queen music to explore. Enjoy

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not kidding!!! Be well and more soon. Thanks for being here.

  • @davecole2561
    @davecole2561 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the greatest things I have ever seen live on a stage. The talent and soul ooze out of every pore of every band member in early Queen. Later on... meh, not so much.

  • @rogertayloRRR
    @rogertayloRRR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Terrible camera work. How do you miss Brians solo...great song

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That was George not me :) Take care and thanks for being here, we never take it for granted

  • @70yroldgit
    @70yroldgit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Seven seas of rhye is a must-listen

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @rickfairman5640
    @rickfairman5640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Queen reminds me a lot of Neil Young by marching to their own drummer. Followed their goals/dreams and everyone else be damned.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Funny you should say that. George here. Just on a road trip and just heard Neil Young walk with me and it is epic

  • @Queenfan007
    @Queenfan007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brian May's solo gives me goosebumps! This song is awesome.

  • @belindamelville2270
    @belindamelville2270 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    March of the black queen Next???? Please

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @BrianR.
    @BrianR. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    An amazing unknown Queen song, what a treat! Really enjoyed this, thanks guys!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

  • @helenespaulding7562
    @helenespaulding7562 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I did not really listen to Queen in the 70’s. Too into Zeppelin, BS, and Floyd I guess After the movie, I started paying attention, but mainly their “hits” and later stuff, as well as Brian May solo work. And discovering over course of the pandemic what a true gent Bri is.
    This song stunned me. It sounds so prog….almost like a Yes song. I loved it! Flawless. As a choir singer, I know how complex a melodic line that is. massive respect. I’ve got to now delve into early Queen…thanks gents! And thanks to sub who suggested this!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Need som BLack S- - Which track?

    • @helenespaulding7562
      @helenespaulding7562 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheThamesmen hmmmm….I’m not as deeply into them as Zeppelin. (Any questions about them, I’m your gal!😁) BUT, I rarely see reactions to anything from Master of Reality album. How about Children of the Grave? (Yeah, nice “Sabbothy sounding title)

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@helenespaulding7562 Zep... Honestlyy I used to live in Led Zep 3 but over the years listen to less and less. Sabbeth I was late to - I will check that. Be well

    • @helenespaulding7562
      @helenespaulding7562 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheThamesmen you too! BTW….you gents were asking for a live Kashmir suggestion about six months ago. The one from 2007 Celebration Day is magnificent. Goosebumps

  • @gregsmith5586
    @gregsmith5586 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Give "its Late" from news of the world a listen

  • @kristiedaniels9325
    @kristiedaniels9325 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome reaction!!!!! Love Freddie, Brian, Deaky and Roger! They are all so brilliant! So sad to lose Freddie so soon…he is so missed!!!!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. Wish I had paid more attention at the time

  • @earhquake3884
    @earhquake3884 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Keep yourself alive Montreal 81

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

  • @williamkerr520
    @williamkerr520 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Please 1979 save me live

  • @chrisbyrne5358
    @chrisbyrne5358 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Speaking of capes, Rick Wakeman said that if Freddie had classical training he wouldn’t have attempted to do some of the wonderful stuff he did on piano

  • @dianecourtney2724
    @dianecourtney2724 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well… now you’ve done it. Open up the rabbit hole ( Queen fans by the thousands will be crawling out and begging for more reactions ) Be careful because if you keep playing Queen to satisfy our addiction you will most likely slip into the hole yourself ! It’s a wonderful place to be and you never want to get out. Good Luck 😂

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      HA HA We have more lined up super soon!

  • @barrysiewert7386
    @barrysiewert7386 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brian May said it was wonderful to write a song, but you were blessed if Freddie Mercury sang it. Terrific reaction. Please check out Liar at the Rainbow, another great one (like there’s a bad one, lol)

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks. I will check this out. Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

  • @sandrahuwae5429
    @sandrahuwae5429 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Try 'Stone Cold Crazy', same concert

    • @sandrahuwae5429
      @sandrahuwae5429 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I mean live at the rainbow 1974

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for being here - More Queen super soon!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Make your mind up!

  • @dianecostanza
    @dianecostanza 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Queen is the best live band of any rock band. Other bands are great live, like zeppelin, but not in the with the entertainment value that Queen brought. Unless you saw Queen live back then you wouldn’t have known how good that song could be. The album version is good but nothing like this live version so it makes sense that people only thought they were what they heard on the radio. Some bands, even with no auto tune were just so much more live.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      More Queen soon. Be well.

  • @yvrkid7070
    @yvrkid7070 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This song is from Queen 2 which is absolutely up at the top of favourite Queen albums for any hard core fan of the group. Side white is Brian May's songs with one of Rogers. Side black is Freddie's songs. It's exceptional all the way through. Also had their first hit single Seven Seas of Rhye. The concert from Hammersmith is a Christmas concert and you should definitely watch the whole thing. Also Live at the Rainbow 1974 is fantastic. Stone Cold Crazy, In the Lap of the Gods (for Rogers dog whistle backing vocals) Liar, that whole concert is well worth a listen as well. I believe they are both on TH-cam. Great reactions, guys!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for this - More very soon!

  • @littlequeenie7650
    @littlequeenie7650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That song came off the album Queen 2. Personally my favorite Queen album. Please react to more from this album.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Be well and more soon. Thanks for being here.

  • @Janetjrfan
    @Janetjrfan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A must do and a quick one "Stone Cold Crazy" live at the Rainbow 1974!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noted and thanks. I will check this out. Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

  • @betseyclark2832
    @betseyclark2832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Subscribed on the promise of more early Queen. I enjoyed your surprise at how devastatingly good they are. There is so much to enjoy both studio and live. I recommend Liar, Ogre Battle, Son and Daughter, Father to Son. Bring Back That Leroy Brown, My Fairy King, March of the Black Queen.

  • @marianclough8577
    @marianclough8577 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had to laugh about getting the 'flares' caught in the bike chain. I did that, as well. Eons ago.

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I still feel the humiliation!

  • @teaearlgrayh0t
    @teaearlgrayh0t ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Listen the whole Queen II

  • @ssanti66
    @ssanti66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a gem. Thank you

  • @rickfairman5640
    @rickfairman5640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting you talk about flares over here they were bell bottoms

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh lord...... nasty fashion!

  • @davidholloway1817
    @davidholloway1817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Once again, love you guys & your reactions! This live performance from the golden age of Queen, though from the previous "A Night at the Opera" tour, brought back happy memories of when I saw them play this on the following, "A Day at the Races" tour. I saw them at the old Southampton Gaumont Theatre, now The Mayflower, in 1977, at the tender age of 14 (I'm 59 now). Incidentally George, it was my first gig!

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing!! Dam that's a great 1st gig

  • @nielshuisman24
    @nielshuisman24 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please react to innuendo for me its better toen bohemian rhapsody

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks. I will check this out. Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

  • @lisaargyrou1488
    @lisaargyrou1488 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow 🥰 beautiful Freddie ❤️ liked already subscribed 😁 more queen reactions please 😍❤️ Freddie Mercury ❤️

  • @nielshuisman24
    @nielshuisman24 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Please react to impromptu live at Wembley

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks. I will check this out. Many thanks for being here and more soon!!

    • @nielshuisman24
      @nielshuisman24 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheThamesmen another great early queen live is You take my breath away

    • @dianecourtney2724
      @dianecourtney2724 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      YES !!!!!!! You will be amazed ♥️

  • @thatrandomaussiechick4107
    @thatrandomaussiechick4107 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    white queen and black queen were the best songs from night at the opera ............. i think

  • @jackmelbourne1512
    @jackmelbourne1512 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you both prefer the early Queen you should review The Prophets Song, March of the back Queen or anything from Queen 2 or my fairy king,Liar .............

    • @TheThamesmen
      @TheThamesmen  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted and thanks for this - More very soon!