Present: A Night of Queen
The Protomen · 2010
73 min · 18 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant rock tribute weaving theatricality with anthemic energy, echoing the spirit of Queen through a modern lens.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Don't Stop Me Now — This track captures the exuberance of Queen's original while infusing it with The Protomen's signature theatrical flair, creating a high-energy centerpiece for the album.
-
→
Killer Queen — The band reimagines this classic with driving rhythms and lush harmonies, emphasizing its dramatic narrative while paying homage to Queen's legacy.
-
→
Bohemian Rhapsody — Their rendition transforms this iconic piece into a dynamic experience that showcases the band's range and ability to reinterpret complex musical structures.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends theatrical rock with classic Queen songs, showcasing strong arrangements and performances.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an orchestral intro that sets a dramatic tone before transitioning into high-energy rock tracks.
- Each song is arranged to maintain the theatricality of Queen's originals while incorporating modern rock elements, such as heavier guitar riffs.
- Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections that emphasize the band's musicianship and allow for dynamic shifts in intensity.
- The final track, 'Outro', serves as a reflective conclusion, contrasting with the preceding anthemic energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical energy for celebrations
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- dynamic pacing with emotional peaks
- high-energy performance atmosphere
- immersive storytelling through music
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quiet, introspective moments
- avoid theatrical, over-the- styles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2010, Present: A Night of Queen marked The Protomen's first foray into covering iconic rock music after their acclaimed rock opera debut, Act I: The Protomen. This album came at a time when the band was transitioning from original compositions to reinterpretations, expanding their audience and showcasing their versatility as musicians.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dear Hunter· Coheed and Cambria· My Chemical Romance
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:08
- 2 Flash 3:52
- 3 Battle Theme 2:34
- 4 Don't Stop Me Now 3:41
- 5 Killer Queen 3:26
- 6 Hammer to Fall 4:19
- 7 One Vision 4:08
- 8 Somebody to Love 5:17
- 9 Princes of the Universe 3:29
- 10 Death on Two Legs 4:31
- 11 I Want to Break Free 4:15
- 12 Scandal 5:01
- 13 I Want It All 5:00
- 14 The Show Must Go On 6:10
- 15 Under Pressure 4:33
- 16 Bohemian Rhapsody 6:27
- 17 Due Vendetta 4:50
- 18 Outro 0:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.