The A–Z of Queen, Volume 1 cover

The A–Z of Queen, Volume 1

Queen · 2007

94 min · 20 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock

A vibrant collection of Queen's greatest hits, blending rock anthems with theatrical flair and unforgettable melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • celebratory sing-alongs with friends
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • nostalgic anthems for gatherings
  • for road trip playlists

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking subtle, quiet moments
  • prefer straightforward single tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
theatrical rock anthems· glam rock resurgence· operatic storytelling
Career context
Released in 2007, 'The A–Z of Queen, Volume 1' emerged during a period when Queen was experiencing a resurgence in popularity due to renewed interest in their music following the success of the biopic 'Bohemian Rhapsody' in 2018. This compilation showcases tracks spanning their prolific career, highlighting their evolution as a band from the early glam rock days to their later hard rock anthems.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars by David Bowie — Shares theatrical glam rock flair and operatic storytelling with vibrant character-driven narratives.
Out of the Blue by Electric Light Orchestra — Combines orchestral rock with catchy melodies and a theatrical approach, akin to Queen's grand style.
Bat Out of Hell by Meat Loaf — Features dramatic rock anthems with operatic vocals, mirroring Queen's theatricality and emotive storytelling.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 A Kind of Magic 4:25
  • 2 Another One Bites the Dust 3:35
  • 3 Bohemian Rhapsody 5:54
  • 4 Bicycle Race 3:02
  • 5 I Want It All 4:01
  • 6 Crazy Little Thing Called Love 2:43
  • 7 Don’t Stop Me Now 3:30
  • 8 Fat Bottomed Girls 3:26
  • 9 Flash 2:50
  • 10 Innuendo 6:32
  • 11 Good Old‐Fashioned Lover Boy 2:53

Disc 2

  • 1 A Kind of Magic 4:37
  • 2 Another One Bites the Dust 3:54
  • 3 Bohemian Rhapsody 6:01
  • 4 I Want It All 5:08
  • 5 Crazy Little Thing Called Love 5:24
  • 6 Don’t Stop Me Now 3:30
  • 7 Fat Bottomed Girls 5:45
  • 8 Innuendo 6:44
  • 9 Wembley Stadium Concert Interview 10:34

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata