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Queen II Reimagined: Unreleased Gems Emerge
19 Feb
Summary
- Queen II box set includes unreleased tracks and live recordings.
- New mix aims to enhance original sound quality.
- Expanded edition features a 112-page book with rare content.
Queen's landmark 1974 album, "Queen II," is being celebrated with a comprehensive reissue, the "Queen II Reimagined: Deluxe Collector's Edition," scheduled for release on March 27, 2026. This deluxe package offers a freshly remixed version of the original album, meticulously crafted by engineers Justin Shirley-Smith, Joshua J Macrae, and Kris Fredriksson, who sought to refine and enhance the sonic clarity.
The collection delves deep into the album's rich history, presenting fans with a treasure trove of additional material. This includes alternate sessions, outtakes, and studio banter from Trident Studios. Notably, the box set features live recordings from the BBC sessions with John Peel and Bob Harris, as well as live concert renditions of "Queen II" tracks performed in 1974 and 1975.
"Queen II" marked a significant artistic leap for the band, with members Brian May and Roger Taylor reflecting on its importance as a pivotal moment in developing their unique sound and pioneering multitracking techniques. The "Queen II Reimagined" edition further complements the audio experience with a 112-page book, packed with rare photographs from Mick Rock's iconic cover shoot, handwritten lyrics, journal entries, and other memorabilia from the era.
