What makes Jazz by Queen notable?

'Jazz' reached number 6 on the UK Albums Chart and showcased Queen's ability to blend various musical styles, influencing countless artists in rock and pop. The album also features 'Fat Bottomed Girls' and 'Bicycle Race,' which became iconic tracks that contributed to the band's enduring legacy and commercial success. Released on November 10, 1978, 'Jazz' was Queen's seventh studio album, following their highly acclaimed record 'A Day at the Races'. At this point in their career, Queen was solidifying their status as arena rock icons, experimenting with diverse sounds while maintaining their theatrical performance style. The album reflects their willingness to experiment further beyond traditional rock boundaries.

Jazz works well if you're into playful anthems for celebration, steady pacing for casual listening and vibrant energy for gatherings.

How many songs are on Jazz?

Jazz has 15 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Jazz

Queen · 1978

54 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock

A vibrant fusion of rock genres infused with theatrical flair and playful lyrical wit.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

playful anthems for celebration
steady pacing for casual listening
vibrant energy for gatherings
lyrical wit for light-hearted moments
earworm hooks for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

prefer deep, introspective themes
seek long, immersive pieces

Where this album fits

Themes: theatrical rock spectacle· London nightlife· playful rebellion
Career context: Released on November 10, 1978, 'Jazz' was Queen's seventh studio album, following their highly acclaimed record 'A Day at the Races'. At this point in their career, Queen was solidifying their status as arena rock icons, experimenting with diverse sounds while maintaining their theatrical performance style. The album reflects their willingness to experiment further beyond traditional rock boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors: David Bowie· Electric Light Orchestra· The Darkness
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Diamond Dogs by David Bowie — Shares theatrical flair and playful rebellion, blending rock with a vivid narrative style.

Quadrophenia by The Who — Captures a similar blend of rock genres and an exploration of identity within a vibrant, theatrical framework.

Avalon by Roxy Music — Combines lush production with art rock sensibilities, echoing themes of nightlife and romantic escapism.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Mustapha 3:00
2 Fat Bottomed Girls 4:16
3 Jealousy 3:13
4 Bicycle Race 3:02
5 If You Can’t Beat Them 4:16
6 Let Me Entertain You 3:02
7 Dead on Time 3:23
8 In Only Seven Days 2:28
9 Dreamers Ball 3:30
10 Fun It 3:30
11 Leaving Home Ain’t Easy 3:15
12 Don’t Stop Me Now 3:29
13 More of That Jazz 4:19
14 Fat Bottomed Girls (1991 remix by Brian Malouf) 4:25
15 Bicycle Race (1991 remix by Junior Vasquez) 4:58

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