Iconic Albums - Queen - A Night at the Opera - Softcover

Ward, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798297165748

Publisher: Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

The Definitive Guide to Queen’s Greatest Masterpiece – 50 Years in the Making

In 1975, Queen released an album so bold, so eclectic, and so ambitious that it redefined what rock music could be. A Night at the Opera wasn’t just a record—it was a statement, a spectacle, and a seismic shift in the music world.

From the thunderous bite of “Death on Two Legs” to the whimsical charm of “Seaside Rendezvous,” from the folk sci-fi storytelling of “’39” to the operatic grandeur of “Bohemian Rhapsody,” this was Queen at their creative peak—fearless, theatrical, and unrepeatable.

In this in-depth book from the acclaimed Iconic Albums series, you’ll discover:

• The making of every track – including songwriting secrets, hidden references, and the studio magic that brought them to life.

• Behind-the-scenes stories from Trident and Rockfield Studios, where Queen pushed recording technology to its limits.

• Freddie Mercury’s unmatched vocal artistry – how range, emotion, and technique combined to create rock’s most powerful voice.

• Brian May’s guitar orchestra – the innovation and technique that made his sound instantly recognisable.

• The album’s lasting legacy – how it shaped Queen’s future, influenced generations of artists, and still resonates 50 years later.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering Queen for the first time, this book is your front-row seat to the creation of one of the greatest albums in rock history. Packed with rich detail, cultural context, and fresh insight, it’s the ultimate celebration of a record that still reigns supreme.

Relive the magic. Revisit the masterpiece. Rediscover Queen’s crowning achievement.

Perfect for fans of: Queen, rock history, 1970s music, classic albums, and anyone who loves a story of ambition, artistry, and timeless impact.

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798297165748
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 154