QUEEN DAY AT THE RACES French release GATEFOLD 12" LP VINYL Album

"A Day at the Races" is the fifth album by British rock group Queen, released in December 1976. "A Day at the Races" was the band's first completely self-produced album, and the first not to feature producer Roy Thomas Baker. Recorded at Sarm East, The Manor and Wessex Studios in England, "A Day at the Races" was engineered by Mike Stone. The title of the album followed suit with its predecessor "A Night at the Opera" in taking its name from a film by the Marx Brothers.

 

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Album Description & Collectors information:

Gatefold (FOC) cover design with photos and lyrics of all the songs performed by Queen on the inside cover pages

Music Genre:

 
70's Prog Rock 

Album Production Information:

 

The album: "QUEEN - Day At the Races" was produced by: Queen

This album was recorded in England from July to November 1976

Album cover design: Cream

Notes:

Mike Stone (Full-name: Michael Richard Seth Stone, 1951-2002) an American record producer and engineer who has worked with a wide range of rock and metal bands. He was born on 21 December 1951, in New York City.

Stone began his career as an engineer at Record Plant Studios in New York, where he worked on albums by artists such as KISS, Blue Öyster Cult, and Aerosmith. He later moved to Los Angeles and worked at Cherokee Studios, where he became known for his work with bands such as Queen, Van Halen, and Journey. He has produced all of Demon's records since 1981, many of Discharge's albums as well as producing several other bands.

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Stone is perhaps best known for his work with Queen on their albums "News of the World" and "The Game," which included hits such as "We Will Rock You," "We Are the Champions," and "Another One Bites the Dust." He also worked with Journey on their album "Escape," which included the hit singles "Don't Stop Believin'" and "Open Arms."

In addition to his work as a producer and engineer, Stone has also served as a mixer, remixer, and mastering engineer on numerous albums. He has received several Grammy nominations for his work and has been recognized for his contributions to the field of audio engineering.

Record Label Information:

 
EMI 2C 068 98485

Media Format:

 
12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 280 gram  

Year & Country:

 
1976 Made in France
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: QUEEN - Day At the Races
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Freddie Mercury – lead and backing vocals, piano
  • Brian May – electric, slide and acoustic guitars, backing vocals, lead vocals on "Long Away", piano, plastic piano, harmonium
  • Roger Taylor – drums, percussion, backing vocals, lead vocals and rhythm guitar on "Drowse", timpani
  • John Deacon – bass guitar, acoustic guitar on "You and I"
  • Mike Stone – additional vocals on "Good Old-Fashioned Lover Boy"

Notes:

Mike Stone (Full-name: Michael Richard Seth Stone, 1951-2002) an American record producer and engineer who has worked with a wide range of rock and metal bands. He was born on 21 December 1951, in New York City.

Stone began his career as an engineer at Record Plant Studios in New York, where he worked on albums by artists such as KISS, Blue Öyster Cult, and Aerosmith. He later moved to Los Angeles and worked at Cherokee Studios, where he became known for his work with bands such as Queen, Van Halen, and Journey. He has produced all of Demon's records since 1981, many of Discharge's albums as well as producing several other bands.

more...

Stone is perhaps best known for his work with Queen on their albums "News of the World" and "The Game," which included hits such as "We Will Rock You," "We Are the Champions," and "Another One Bites the Dust." He also worked with Journey on their album "Escape," which included the hit singles "Don't Stop Believin'" and "Open Arms."

In addition to his work as a producer and engineer, Stone has also served as a mixer, remixer, and mastering engineer on numerous albums. He has received several Grammy nominations for his work and has been recognized for his contributions to the field of audio engineering.

Complete Track-listing of the album "QUEEN - Day At the Races"

The detailed tracklist of this record "QUEEN - Day At the Races" is:

    Side One:
  1. Tie Your Mother Down
  2. You take my Breath Away
  3. Long Away
  4. The Millionaire
  5. Waltz
  6. You and I
    Side Two:
  1. Somebody To Love
  2. White Man
  3. Good Old Fashioned Lover Boy
  4. Drowse
  5. Ice Torriatte

 

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Photo Of The Back Cover QUEEN - Day At The Races French Release Gatefold 12" LP Vinyl Album

 

QUEEN - Day At The Races French Release Gatefold 12" LP Vinyl Album back cover

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QUEEN - Day At The Races French Release Gatefold 12" LP Vinyl Album inner gatefold cover

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Close up of Side One record's label QUEEN - Day At The Races French Release Gatefold 12" LP Vinyl Album

"Day At The Races" Record Label Details: EMI 2C 068 98485 ℗ 1976 Queens Productions Ltd Sound Copyright

"Day At The Races" Record Label Details: EMI 2C 068 98485 ℗ 1976 Queens Productions Ltd Sound Copyright

Side Two Close up of record's label QUEEN - Day At The Races French Release Gatefold 12" LP Vinyl Album

"Day At The Races" Record Label Details: EMI 2C 068 98485 ℗ 1976 Queens Productions Ltd Sound Copyright

"Day At The Races" Record Label Details: EMI 2C 068 98485 ℗ 1976 Queens Productions Ltd Sound Copyright
 

Queen's Vinyl Discography: A Comprehensive Collection.

Band Description:

QUEEN is a British rock band that was formed in 1970 in London. The band consists of four members, including Freddie Mercury (vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar, vocals), John Deacon (bass guitar), and Roger Taylor (drums, vocals). Over the course of their career, QUEEN has sold more than 150 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling music artists of all time. In this web-page, we will explore the history of QUEEN, their musical style, their most popular albums and songs, and their legacy.

History:

QUEEN was formed in 1970 when Freddie Mercury, Brian May, and Roger Taylor met while studying at the Imperial College in London. The three musicians began playing together and soon added John Deacon to the band as their bassist. In 1973, they released their first self-titled album, which included the hit single "Keep Yourself Alive." The band's second album, "Queen II," was released in 1974 and featured the popular song "Seven Seas of Rhye." It was their third album, "Sheer Heart Attack," released in 1974, that brought the band to international success.

In 1975, QUEEN released their fourth album, "A Night at the Opera," which included their most famous song, "Bohemian Rhapsody." The song, which is over six minutes long and includes multiple sections and styles, became an instant classic and cemented QUEEN's place in music history. The band continued to release successful albums throughout the 1970s and 1980s, including "A Day at the Races" (1976), "News of the World" (1977), and "The Game" (1980).

Musical Style:

QUEEN's musical style is often described as a blend of rock, pop, and opera. Their songs are known for their complex arrangements, intricate harmonies, and powerful vocals. Freddie Mercury's operatic vocal style was a defining feature of the band's music, and his flamboyant stage presence added to their unique style. Brian May's guitar playing is also a key element of the band's sound, and his distinctive sound and style have influenced countless other musicians.

Impact:

QUEEN's impact on music and popular culture cannot be overstated. They have influenced countless musicians and bands and continue to be celebrated and revered by fans all over the world. Their music has been used in countless movies, TV shows, and commercials, and their songs are still played regularly on the radio. In recent years, QUEEN has gained a new generation of fans through the success of the biographical film "Bohemian Rhapsody," which tells the story of Freddie Mercury and the band. Despite Freddie Mercury's untimely death in 1991, QUEEN's legacy lives on through their music and the impact they have had on popular culture.