Released 13 years ago this June
Icon
Queen · 2013
44 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock
A vibrant collection of Queen's anthemic rock and theatrical flair, showcasing their genre-defying sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic energy progression throughout
- sing-along anthems with friends
- cathartic full-volume release
- party ignition with anthemic flair
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking quiet, introspective moments
- prefer standalone singles over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Freddie Mercury's legacy· musical evolution commentary
- Career context
- Released in 2013, 'Icon' serves as a compilation album celebrating Queen's extensive catalog during their enduring legacy. By this time, the band had solidified their status as rock icons, posthumously honoring Freddie Mercury while continuing to influence generations of musicians. The album fits into a period where Queen's music was being rediscovered by new audiences through various media and tributes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Electric Light Orchestra· The Darkness
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars by David Bowie — Shares theatrical flair and a celebration of alter egos in rock's vibrant storytelling.Out of the Blue by Electric Light Orchestra — Combines orchestral elements with anthemic rock, echoing Queen's grand sonic ambitions.Absolution by Muse — Explores dramatic themes with powerful vocals and a blend of rock styles, similar to Queen's anthemic approach.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stone Cold Crazy 2:15
- 2 Tie Your Mother Down 4:49
- 3 Fat Bottomed Girls 4:18
- 4 Another One Bites the Dust 3:37
- 5 We Will Rock You 2:04
- 6 We Are the Champions 3:03
- 7 Radio Ga Ga 5:44
- 8 Bohemian Rhapsody 5:57
- 9 I’m in Love With My Car 3:08
- 10 I Want It All 4:42
- 11 The Show Must Go On 4:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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