Classical Composer Reacts to QUEEN: Queen 2 (White Side) | The Daily Doug (Episode 799)
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In this edition of #thedailydoug, I'm coming back to Queen's 2nd album to finally complete my full album listen. Today, it's the White Side, with four songs by Brian May and a song by Roger Taylor. I loved hearing all of these songs for the first time, and I hope you enjoy my listen through this album side!
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Sheer Heart Attack is the next Queen album that you should listen to, hands down.
i second this!
my second favourite queen album after this one
100% with you on this!
Agree!
What about Queen 1?
@@lynby6231 As well.
The best Queen album of all time!!
Sorry for John Deacon who did not contribute a song to this album (he had great moments regarding the songwriting later), but this album in conception and deliverance is unbeaten.
Not one weak spot.
Not only my favourite Queen album but my favourite album of all time.
Freddie was incredible but love it when Brian or John sang. In any other band they could have been the perfect frontman. John may have been a late starter but boy, did he knock it out of the park two albums later!
@@grahamnunn8998 Name one Song with John on the lead vocals. But agreed that he contributed some of the nicest songs (who needs you or spread your wings to name some)
I concur. Fantastic from the first note to the last. An absolute killer album.
Definitely my favorite. Live at Hammersmith Odeon is my favorite live by them. Not the US festival.
I urge you to listen to White Queen recorded live at the Odeon. The interplay between Brian’s guitar and Freddie on the piano will make you cry!
Yes!!
It is the definitive performance.
Yes, absolutely! Typical of Queen playing live - it's not a carbon copy of the studio version. Much more virtuoso performances and a far greater interpretation of the instrumental sections and Freddie's exquisite (husky) vocals. A must reaction.
The live version of White Queen at the Hammersmith Odeon 1975-Is my favorite Queen live performance. Flawless.
Easily my favorite live version of the song. Honestly better than the studio version.
Totally!
One of the most underrated albums of all time...proceeded by the first Queen album.
@@DefinitelyNotBender
*_"I don't think you know what underrated means."_*
He means that 90% of people who weren't even born until the mid-90s keep telling him what an amazing singer and front man Freddie Mercury was. And all they know is Live Aid and Bohemian Rhapsody.
I was 12 in February, 1974, when I got this album on release, and most people hated them because _"they were all a bunch of poofs!"_
And in November 1975 A Night at the Opera and Bohemian Rhapsody were released.
_"Freddie Mercury was the world's most amazing singer and front man!"_ drools the 23 year old.
Yeah? Tell me about it.
Tell me about Robert Plant as well.
{:o:O:}
_(Edited for tyops)_
@@ansfridaeyowulfsdottir8095 By the time most people were getting into them, they had changed direction sufficiently for me to lose interest. First 5 albums were brilliant, after that not so much so, but that's my musical tastes I guess. Definitely preferred their 70's output. I was 12 in 1970 so the 70's were my decade.
@@DefinitelyNotBender If you want a less preachy answer lol, it means something deserves more recognition and attention than it has
@@clansome
*_"By the time most people were getting into them, they had changed direction sufficiently for me to lose interest."_*
It was _"Bicycle Race"_ for me. It seemed they got worse as their hair got shorter! And then _"Save Me"_ seemed to be a sort of return to form. But _"It's Late"_ and a few others on _"News of the World"_ are fantastic, although some of the album is a bit spotty.
I have their first six albums, plus the live one, on vinyl. Eventually I got them all on CD. Except maybe _"Flash."_ I don't remember if I have that one or not!
I definitely preferred their more progressive rock style. _"My Fairy King"_ blows me away as much at 62 as it did when I was 12.
{:o:O:}
@@ansfridaeyowulfsdottir8095 "It seemed they got worse as their hair got shorter" I would agree with you on that. Whilst I said their 70's album I think Flash was the last album I bought. I'm one of those that was watched Live Aid on TV wasn't particularly blown away with their set. Personal opinion is that that performance is viewed throigh rose tinted glasses these days. Still a great group mind.
Queen 1 and Sheer Heart Attack are brilliant ...... of course! Thanks Doug.
"Sheer Heart Attack" should be heard start to finish. Their first album is pretty good, too.
Thanks for doing this Doug! "White Queen" and "March of the Black Queen" are two of my favorite songs from this brilliant album. This one, then Queen 1 and Sheer Heart Attack are probably my favorite Queen albums.
My favourite Queen album. 'Father to Son' is one of my all-time favourite Queen songs. I would suggest their first album next.
The live version is even better !
You should totally check out the live version of White Queen at the Hammersmith odeon in 1975. Personally I think that that performance is the most beautiful thing Queen has ever done. Probably one of the most beautiful performances ever recorded
Doug paid his dues, Time after Time, Doug did his sentence but committed no crime. 😎
Such talented musicians. Brian May is a criminally underrated guitarist. They are a band not afraid to explore emotions and I’m here for it. Thanks for the great listen.
He was criminally, now he’s considered one of the best living guitarist. Some say the best.
@@richlisola1 Settle down Bro…he’s not Jimmy Page 🤣😂🤣😂
@@kellieelliott5198 There’ll be no settling down on my watch.
Also, I didn’t say it. But it’s been said.
last year he was rewarded best guitarist of the world, so hardly underrated, i'd say
@@aukebakker887 Really? I had not heard or seen anything about it.
I haven't forgotten the white side for all these months, Doug!!
You should definitely listen to the 1975 Live at the Hammersmith Odeon version of White Queen.
Masterpiece of an album. Every bit is fabulous.
Want some perspective on how amazing this album was upon its release in March 1974? Here's the Billboard top 10 from that time:
1. Seasons In The Sun - Terry Jacks
2. Dark Lady - Cher
3. Sunshine On My Shoulders - John Denver
4. Boogie Down - Eddie Kendricks
5. Mockingbird - Carly Simon and James Taylor
6. Bennie and the Jets - Elton John
7. Hooked on a Feeling - Blue Swede
8. Jet - Paul McCartney and Wings
9. Eres Tu - Mocedades
10. Jungle Boogie - Kool and the Gang
One final note in my Queen filibuster... These early Queen albums were all recorded on SPEC TIME at Trident Studios. Middle of the night, a couple hours here and there when bands cancelled... it was pure desire, undaunted belief in the unprecedented music they were making... amazing. I still treasure Doug's "WTF" reaction to "My Fairy King"... because that was EVERYONE's reaction back in the day. The small cadre of us lucky enough to discover this band before the dam broke shared an immersive experience pretty much unparalleled by anything since.
To get an idea of where Queen started, I would suggest Queen 1. Thank you for covering the whole album. Much appreciated!
Listening to this fills me with joy but also sadness for I miss Freddies genius.❤
You still have Brian’s genius-He wrote the White Side.
@richlisola1 yeah absolutely but I was referring to Freddies all round brilliance, song structure, stage presence, voice but every band member are pivotal to the sound of queen.
News of the world. It was my first Queen album.
Mine too!
One of the best album ever.
Your discussion of the White Queen/Black Queen song pairing recalled a 40+ year-old memory from high school. We were heavy into D&D in those days, and my friend designed an adventure using this album, the premise being that our characters would hear the various songs in taverns or courts and the lyrics held clues about what was really going on. The climactic twist was when we discovered the White Queen we had allied with to recover her kingdom had a split personality and was also the Black Queen we were fighting when possessed by the evil spirit.
I later returned the favor with a scenario that required the adventurers to visit the Court of the Crimson King beyond the Point of Know Return.
25-29 years old they did this...
You uploaded on the Last Day of School for me. Not only do I get to cry about graduating, I get to listen to Doug Helvering himself listen to Queen II White side!
congratulations on graduating!
News Of The World, A Night At The Opera, Sheer Heart Attack, A Day At The Races, Jazz...etc.
I think, like The Beatles, you should experience Queen chronologically.
The choice is yours, always.
✌️♥️
Thanks for mentioning News of the World. This is my recommendation for Doug, it gets no respect and I love it.
the greatest band of all times
First time on your channel and I really enjoyed your reaction, Doug! For years I have considered this one of the finest albums ever recorded that is largely unknown to most music fans, and even many fans of Queen. I don't know if you have ever reacted to their next LP, Sheer Heart Attack, but if you haven't you must put it on your list to get to one day!!
Sheer heart attack is a great album... first album/ cassette I ever bought
I really enjoy this album and Jazz. Jazz is very diverse, and is great for whatever mood you are in.
It's amazing how an album still sounds fresh 50 years later. 😊
Feel free to check out their debut album!
Queen II, my favorite! And many years ago, Brian said it was his as well… Queen is a great band to go and listen to album by album because with each album they evolved. When you jump around their catalog, you can hear how incredibly diverse their music is. But each album for the most part has a consistent feel on its own. If I were you, I would be listening to Queen one and then jump to the third album Sheer Heart Attack. Why not go in chronological orders so you can go on the journey with Queen as they actually did, album by album, year by year.!
Yes, yes, yes, do the first album!.
As a Queen fan, I love all the albums up to Flash and then from The Works until Made In Heaven. Next album has to be Sheer Heart Attack as that also kicks some butt as well
Check out the live version of White Queen from the Hammersmith odeon Christmas show 1975
Next: Sheer Heart Attack (1974)
Or: Start over from Queen (1973)
Brian’s guitar tone is stunning.
First three Queen albums are fantastic! They were a hard rock band. I liked them until 1980: and then they turned pop…..until the last album which is great. Interestingly, they were voted UK’s most popular band. They have beaten the Beatles. Listen to all albums before 1980. Start from Queen I and then Sheer Heart Attack. A lot of Queen fans don’t know these early albums which are a lot better than their 80’s albums.
In my opinion, they should've avoided the synth.
Absolutely the best! I think go back to the original Queen debut album, then on to Sheer Heart Attack!
thank you! It's so enjoyable when you go through an album and share what is going on musically and lyrically. btw "Some Day, One Day" - reads (Freddie Mercury - backup vocals)
Thanks for doing this. Queen II is my favorite Queen album and often overlooked, except by true Queen fans.
The third album I ever bought, after Q1 and Black Sabbath's 1st, followed by Sheer Heart Attack, also went to see them at the Hammersmith Odeon on Christmas Eve 1975, loudest sound I ever heard, good times 😵💫
Start at the beginning. Go chronologically. I met them at A Night at the Opera and found the beginning. Then stayed forever. It's been a major part of my life to have this band as a musical foundation. I respect Sir Brian above all others. I'm very happy you loved Side White.
What a great listen!! I haven't listened to this album in a bit. Side 1 is great but it's just a teaser. Side 2 is where the action is! Put on your seatbelt Doug. It's gonna be a bumpy ride! LOL Thanks for the great listen and review of the White Side.
First saw Queen on their Black Queen/White Queen tour at Bournemouth Winter Gardens early 70s. Freddie wearing black first half, then same outfit in white for second half. 😊
There is a great live version of White Queen on A Night At The Odeon. Freddie substitutes piano for the acoustic guitar middle section.
The first album I ever owned. Great stuff!
Same here.
Thanks Doug, I really enjoyed listening to this again... although a little disappointed you did not show the portrait of the band in white... so iconic. Yes, yes, please... more Queen... might I suggest you start at the very beginning -- as Larry Lorex -- and do the two songs Freddie (and ultimately Queen) recorded before Queen, "Goin' Back" and "I Can Hear Music"... both amazing in their own right... and then follow up wit Queen 1 and "Doing Alright", a song Brian wrote for SMILE... can't wait for more... love and blessings.
Great. Prophet's Song from A Night at the Opera!
My favourite album.....
I always get a chuckle out of the song “Sheer Heart Attack” is not on the Sheer Heart Attach Album
Like the Def Leppard song "On Through The Night" is not on their On Through The Night album.
song -Hero
Thank you for this excellent video! Your detailed examination of the White Side of "Queen II" was very insightful. I appreciate the numerous background details you provided about Queen and the making of this fascinating album. While it contains few hit-worthy songs, it is truly a gem for die-hard Queen fans.
The song "White Queen (As It Began)" is particularly impressive in its live version, as Freddie Mercury's additional piano performance enhances the song beautifully, something not heard in the studio version. There is a great video of this performance from the Hammersmith concert on CZcams.
Regarding your question about which album to review next, I suggest starting with Queen's first album and then proceeding chronologically, much like the approach taken by the channel "Virgin Rock." This would provide a comprehensive journey through Queen's discography for those interested.
Thanks again for your fantastic work!
So pleased you are discovering the early sounds of Queen
I love Queen with the deep of my heart, for me the top.
Start with Queens first album and just work your way through them in order, this way you hear how Queens music changes through the years. Great reaction Doug 🙂
I would love to see Brian and Roger comment on your reaction to this 😊 The early Queen albums were masterpieces in my opinion. Such fantastic music
also the later ones
Great to see you deciphering the music as you listen. I love it. Queen my fave band ever apart from The Beatles.
I just really love this album…and your shows!
Sheer Heart Attack next. I love the early stuff most of all from Queen.
You should finish the original trilogy of albums. So go back to the debut then jump forward to number three album, Sheer Heart Attack--which had their first hit with Killer Queen and signaled what was coming with A Night At The Opera.
Queen I is outstanding. Each song secques into each other and makes it sound as on song. Fantastic listening!
I still think this is Queen's greatest album.
Me too. Side 1 is good, but side 2 is one awesome piece of music, so brilliant and varied
Gotta go back and do the first album. Then Sheer Heart Attack and onward!
Great rocking Doug 🤘🏼. I would go to Jazz and News of the World. You will hear the wide range of styles Queen has.
Great, So good to see that this music never dies. I love those early Queen albums. Makes me want to listen to the good old LP's again, luckily I can.
check out 2 live versions of White Queen - either Queen at the Rainbow or Night at the Odeon
im so happy to hear this one! its my absolute favourite album ever! White Queen iis such a great piece! Its one of the few songs ive ever learnt to play in its entirety (also Ogre Battle) on guitar! White queen has an amazing live arrangement with an echo solo! I'll never get tired of hearing it!
Nice! Imho, this is the best album Queen made, just amazing 👏
Do Sheer Heart Attack next. The album is phenomenal!.
Sheer Heart Attack was my introduction to Queen. First album I ever bought and mostly because of the Mick Rock cover photography if I’m honest. From there back to Queen II, then to Queen. Can’t really go wrong with any of them to be honest but put yourself in the mindset of a 12 year old fan of a known but not yet superstar status band when all of a sudden Bohemian Rhapsody then comes out. Mind blown, but it also felt like everyone else was now in on your little secret. Personally I don’t think they ever surpassed the first three albums musically, although clearly they did find the right formula for astronomical success.
Just my favorite Queen album!
This was fun. I've always considered Roger to be my favorite singing drummer. Thanks for this, Doug.
I'm suprised you have picked this tune. Check out Brian May's "Good Company" on the Night At The Opera album. Every instrument is played by Brianon his guitar. He gets different sounds using various amps and guitar settings, using bottleneck and of course his brilliant style.
Amazing album and Father to Son is probably my favourite Queen song of all time. Sheer Heart Attack edges it though for being an utterly complete work of art.
Such a joy as ever Doug! Queen II is my favourite Queen album because I think their creative juices were flowing at maximum intensity at that time with no inhibitions. It's such a masterpiece. I would suggest that you should do the first album next and, if it's your intention to continue with full album reactions, continue with the others in chronological order so that you can see how the band evolved over time. Queen I has some exciting stuff on it, as you've already found with My Fairy King, but was also back in the day when they were pretty unknown and were without the big budget that they later became accustomed to. I believe it to be the case that the song Liar from the first album has the longest intro of any Queen song, but am more than willing to be corrected on that!
MY FAV. ALBUM OF Q. AND I RECEIVED IT FOR THE A.COOPER ,,SCH. OUT,,
My favorite Queen album !
Hugs from Brazil 🎉
I can't get enough of this!
A day at the races is awesome
That's amazing.
Glorious album!
I suggest Queen's'Jazz' .... and all that jazz🎉
Great album. The band made full use of the studio time with some great production work. Roger Taylor's drum sound really kicks in on this album (apparently he was not happy with his drum sound on the first album). Great songwriting by May and Mercury. Taylor still learning his songwriting craft at this point. Check out See What A Fool I've Been - the B-side to Seven Seas of Rhye.
So good to actually see Doug appreciate the actual art of making music.
Sheer Heart Attack is my favourite Queen album, so I think that's where you should go next!
Those chord prog. are just awesome....
Fantastic album
When this reaction showed in my feed, I was surprised to see it was just 2 days ago. Congratulations on finding this gem. Shear Heart Attack should be next; you'll likely be surprised how different it is to this one.
It's a Queen Quednesday!
Queen 2 is up there with any amazing album made in the 70's!! Then they made Sheer Heart Attack!
Next listen to their very first album ...thats a must listen album!...
Start with the first album. It's amazing that it has all the hallmarks of Queen right off the bat.
Wonderful ❤
My all time favourite Queen album. It is also one of my top 5 all time albums.
Man, what an album it is. Pure musical journey
Sheer Heart Attack next please ... killer album, not to be over looked Doug!
Their best 3 albums, IMO, are Sheer Heart Attack, Jazz and The Game; all full of top tunes, playing & production.
Thanx, Thanx, Thanx so much Doug for reacting/analyzing Side White of Queen 2. The stoppage and extra detail after White Queen was greatly appreciated as it is my fave track from Queen 2 and possibly my fave Queen track. So good. What a second album!!! It is also easy to see that A Night At The Opera wasn't just a fluke or one off project.
Sheer Heart Attack is my favourite as it was the 1st one I owned when it came out. But it is a great album from start to finish...like most of their stuff.
Would love you to go back to the first album Doug. That would be fun.
Early quee. Is class..glad you enjoyed Doug 😅
This was the first album of Queen that I loved.