On today's episode I am going to take a look at the album “Flash Gordon” by Queen, the band's ninth studio album released on December 8, 1980.
Selected songs are "Flash's Theme", "Battle Theme", "Football Fight" and "The Hero".
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Summary
In this episode, Bill delves into Queen's ninth studio album, Flash Gordon, released in 1980. He discusses the band's unique approach to composing a soundtrack for a film, highlighting their creative freedom and the challenges they faced while balancing their ongoing projects. The conversation explores the musical themes and standout tracks of the album, emphasizing the band's ability to enhance the film's narrative through their compositions. Peters reflects on the album's impact and his personal connection to both the music and the film, ultimately questioning its place within Queen's discography.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Music from a Lifetime
01:23 Flash's Theme
02:39 The Biggest Band in the World do a Movie Soundtrack
05:45 Battle Theme
06:54 Discussion on "Flash Gordon" Track by Track
11:17 Football Fight
12:45 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Flash Gordon"
16:29 The Hero
17:19 Podcast Notes and Contacts