In the Lap of the Pods (Queen podcast)

Live Aid

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 17:19:59 GMT

On our last episode, we finish on a high, discussing Queen's astonishing set at Live Aid on 13th July 1985.

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Roger Taylor - Outsider Tour Live

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:21:14 GMT

In this penultimate episode, we discuss Roger's live album from his 2021 UK tour - Outsider Tour Live. An array of songs from his solo albums and some Queen songs, but for some reason, no fucking Fun in Space songs!!

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Causing a Mild Sensation: Freddie Mercury Part 2

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 20:39:41 GMT

In this second part of two, we discuss all Freddie's Queen compositions from Jazz to Made in Heaven, assembling a Top 5 along the way. In this part we will pick out ultimate Freddie Queen song from the combined Top 5s.

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Causing a Mild Sensation: Freddie Mercury Part 1

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:53:19 GMT

In this first part of two, we discuss all Freddie's Queen compositions from Queen to News of the World, assembling a Top 5 along the way. In part two we will pick out ultimate Freddie Queen song.

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Bohemian Rhapsody film (hosted by Michael Legge)

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 17:26:19 GMT

Funny guy Michael Legge hosts this episode as we discuss the 2018 film, Bohemian Rhapsody. For God's sake, strap yourselves down! Oh...wrong film. However, you should, because this is a bumpy fucking ride!

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Roger Taylor - Fun on Earth

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:12 GMT

Joe presents this episode where we talk about Roger Taylor's 5th studio album, Fun on Earth released in 2013.

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Rainbow '74 (March set)

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 18:01:23 GMT

We go back to Rainbow '74, this time covering the March set.

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Peter Hince Queen Uncovered Interview

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Peter Hince, also known as 'Ratty', joins us to discuss his new photography book, Queen Uncovered. Peter was roadie to Queen, primarily Freddie and John, from 1975 to 1986 and was one of the band's most trusted associates. In this interview, Peter discusses the images contained within the book and expands on their stories.

If you enjoy this episode, please consider donating to our just giving page, in memory of Peter's father who recently passed away.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/queen-uncovered

Queen Uncovered is released on 12th October and can be purchased here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Queen-Uncovered-photographs-rarities-insights/dp/1802796274/ref=sr_1_9?crid=2LVDJPMF32VMS&keywords=queen+unseen+peter+hince&qid=1696530645&sprefix=queen+un%2Caps%2C519&sr=8-9

Peter is also doing a talk and signing in London on 14th October. You can purchase tickets here:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/photographer-talks-in-conversation-with-peter-hince-tickets-727439770937

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Freddie Mercury: A World of His Own

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 11:41:24 GMT

Paul leads this episode in which we discuss our trip down to Sotheby's for the Freddie Mercury exhibition and also discuss the auction that took place during and after the exhibition itself. We hear from listeners; both those who attended and those that didn't. A big thanks to Sarah White for both of her contributions on the podcast.

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My Melancholy Pank

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:00:17 GMT

Pank returns with his piano to break down and discuss his favourite Queen song, My Melancholy Blues. We get chatting about other things Queen and also about Pank's recent visit to Sotheby's for the Freddie Mercury auction.

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No One But You (Only the Good Die Young) by Queen minus Freddie Mercury

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 23:02:24 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the song recorded in 1997 by John, Brian and Roger: No One But You (Only the Good Die Young).

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NOT: Live and Dangerous by Thin Lizzy

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 23:01:10 GMT

In this NOT episode we discuss an album that is highly regarded as one of the best live albums of all time: Live and Dangerous by Thin Lizzy, released in 1978.

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Electric Fire - Right to Reply

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 23:00:12 GMT

A mini-episode discussing the feedback to the Roger Taylor Electric Fire podcast and album in general, featuring audio clips from listeners.

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Roger Taylor - Electric Fire

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 23:00:27 GMT

We discuss Roger Taylor's fourth studio album, Electric Fire. Released in 1998 and four years after his previous album, Happiness?

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Las canciones de Brian (Part 2)

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 23:00:47 GMT

We delve into Brian's Queen compositions from Jazz through to Innuendo picking our favourite from each album. Eventually finding our ultimate Brian-composed Queen song.

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Las canciones de Brian (Part 1)

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:00:47 GMT

We delve into Brian's Queen compositions from Queen through to News of the World picking our favourite from each album. Eventually finding our ultimate Brian-composed Queen song.

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Compilation Part 2 - Hot Space to Made in Heaven

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 14:58:29 GMT

While we are on hiatus, we thought we'd put together a compilation of our studio album podcasts, cutting together our overviews of each album. These episodes are released at the time of our three year anniversary. This is part 2: Hot Space to Made in Heaven.

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Compilation Part 1 - Queen to Flash

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 14:56:41 GMT

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Greatest Flix/Greatest Video Hits 1 (Lap Pods Commentary)

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT

We watch through and commentate on Greatest Flix or Greatest Video Hits 1. Depends on your age what you call it! You can watch along using this link on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS2wkin_jnAwCqDOgHNY1L27OZyBllimQ

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Highlander (Lap Pods Commentary)

Thu, 18 May 2023 23:00:18 GMT

This episode sees all three of us recording in the same room for the first time. We commentate on the 1986 movie Highlander as we watch it through. Of course every Queen fan knows that band do the soundtrack for the movie with Michael Kamen doing the orchestral score. So get the VHS/DVD/Blu Ray/4K/Stream sorted and watch along with us!

A Kind of Magic: Making the Original Highlander by Jonathan Melville https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kind-Magic-Making-Original-Highlander/dp/1913538052

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The Brian May Band - Live at The Brixton Academy

Thu, 04 May 2023 23:00:42 GMT

We discuss The Brian May Band Live at The Brixton Academy which was recorded in 1993 and released in 1994. The setlist contains material from Brian's Back to the Light album as well as Queen songs. We break this album down in the only way we know...with brutal honesty.

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A Fantastic Drowse: Roger Taylor

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 23:00:49 GMT

We go through the 14 studio albums and discuss all of Roger Taylor's compositions including collaborations with Brian and Freddie. We whittle the tracks down to a top 5 and ultimately a number one.

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David Quantick

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:34 GMT

We chat with journalist, author, screenwriter David Quantick. David covered the Queen shows in Newcastle and Budapest for the NME in 1986, meeting and interviewing the band in the process. David has won many awards, most notably an Emmy for his writing on Veep. We chat about Queen, music in general and The Thick of It.

David's latest book Ricky's Hand is out now and can be purchased as a download or paper copy from all good retailers. We recommend it!

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1977 BBC Sessions and Feelings, Feelings

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 10:52:11 GMT

We chat about the 1977 BBC Sessions as well as Feelings, Feelings and the It's Late edit. All of which appear on the News of the World anniversary boxset.

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News of the World (Raw Sessions)

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 21:40:56 GMT

In this episode we discuss the raw sessions for the News of the World album. These were released as part of the 40th anniversary of the album in 2017. We also take some of your questions. Special thanks to Lynn Davidson for providing the research notes.

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My Queen Life with Alex Small

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 09:24:13 GMT

In this episode we chat with listener Alex Small who discusses his life as a Queen fan since 1985, giving his opinions along the way. Alex also plays us some clips from radio broadcasts he had recorded on tape.

Queen Discussion Forum

queenchat.boards.net

Roof Gardens Interview

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Freddie Mercury Non-Album Tracks and Duets

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:01:40 GMT

In this is episode we discuss songs not featured on Freddie's studio albums: Mr. Bad Guy and Barcelona, including collaborations with Giorgio Moroder and Dave Clarke. We also discuss Freddie's duets with Billy Squire and Jo Dare.

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NOT: The Grunge 'Big 4'

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:08 GMT

In this NOT episode, we discuss Grunge's 'Big 4': Soundgarden, Nirvana, Alice In Chains and Pearl Jam and their respective biggest albums: Badmotorfinger, Nevermind, Dirt and Ten. All albums were released from 1991 - 1992.

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Queen Compilations with Andrew O'Neill and Michael Legge

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 00:00:13 GMT

In this Xmas episode we talk about the many Queen compilations that exist. Andrew O'Neil and Michael Legge join us to add their take in their unique and really fucking funny way!

Merry Xmas everybody!

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The Miracle Collector's Box

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:09:24 GMT

We revisit The Miracle via The Miracle Collector's Box Set, discussing the outtakes and demo versions of songs form The Miracle sessions from 1987 to 1989. Listen until the end to hear a witty little number Pank provided for the episode.

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Regal or Rank?

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:01:20 GMT

In this epsiode we present a 10 track Queen playlist for two poeple who consider/considered themselves not to be Queen fans, Lucy and Sam. Lucy and Sam record their reactions to each song in turn, we then react to their reactions.

Can we turn Lucy and Sam into Queen fans? Will we push them towards hate? Listen to find out...

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NOT: Rain Dogs by Tom Waits

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode we listen to and discuss Tom Waits' 1985 album, Rain Dogs. Considered by many to be Waits' best album. What do we think?

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One Dump, One Turd, Two Tits, John Deacon

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:00:09 GMT

In this episode we talk about John Deacon, the quiet genius of Queen. We go through his Queen compositions and narrow them down to the Top 5 and deciding on the ultimate John Deacon song.

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Album Cover Art

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 23:00:00 GMT

In this episode we discuss the 14 studio album covers and agree on the greatest of them all.

Queen, Queen II, Sheer Heart Attack, A Night at the Opera, A Day at the Races, News of the World, Jazz, The Game, Flash Gordon, Hot Space, The Works, A Kind of Magic, The Miracle, Innuendo.

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Face it Alone

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 19:24:04 GMT

We get together at short notice to review the 'new' Queen track Face it Alone, recorded during The Miracle sessions.

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Freddie's Piano Style with Pank

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 08:37:08 GMT

On this episode we are joined by Pank who has been studying Freddie's piano style and in particular his love of dimished chords. Listen to us pretend we know anything more about chords than a power chord as Pank breaks it all down and we have lots of fun!

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Stephen Pitalo (Music Video Time Machine)

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 21:19:30 GMT

We chat with Stephen Pitalo who has launched a new online magazine called Music Video Time Machine. In the first edition, Stephen spoke to Queen music video director David Mallet, so of course we discuss Queen videos as well as music videos in general.

Check out Music Video Time Machine www.musicvideotimemachine.com now!

Stephen will also be at New York Comic Con on Ocgtober 6th www.newyorkcomiccon.com

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Roger Taylor - Happiness?

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 19:00:16 GMT

We discuss Roger's first music since the death of Freddie: his third solo album Happiness?

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NOT: Riding the Low - Death of Gobshite Rambo

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 18:58:48 GMT

At the request of one of the show's listeners we check out Riding the Low for the first time. We listen through their 2022 album Death of Gobshite Rambo and give our thoughts. The singer for the band is actor Paddy Considine.

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The Magic Tour

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:24:09 GMT

We discuss Queen's last ever tour: The Magic Tour of 1986. The tour saw them play to over 400,000 people and riding on the success of Live Aid the previous year. We take a deep dive into the tour and promise to be honest and objective!

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NOT: Judas Priest (with Michael Legge)

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 23:00:00 GMT

We talk about Judas Priest's career from album to album with new fanboy Michael Legge. This episode features a lovely message for Michael from our Deep Dive Podcast Network colleagues at the Metal Gods podcast. We go Hot Rockin' on this one!

Turn it it up and enjoy!

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Peter Hince (Ratty) Interview

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 23:00:51 GMT

We have the pleasure of presenting an interview with Peter Hince, also known as Ratty. Peter was roadie for Queen from 1974 to 1986 for both Freddie and John. He was a trusted friend to both and has never abused that trust at any point, endearing himself to Queen fans the world over as a result. For this episode our listeners at this point have raised over £750 for Cancer Research UK and Macmillan Cancer Support. Thank you. If you enjoy the episode and are able to donate, please do so via: justgiving.com/lappodsmac

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Brian May - Another World

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:02:41 GMT

We discuss Brian May's second solo album, Another World, released in 1998.

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NOT: Rush - Hemispheres to Signals

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:00:00 GMT

In this episode we discuss one of our favourite bands, Rush. We explore four albums released from 1978 - 1982 and discuss how the band's sound had changed over such a short space of time. This episode is for Kim.

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Queen On Air 1974

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 23:01:06 GMT

We discuss the 2 sessions Queen did for the BBC in 1974. How do they compare to the album versions? We wade in.

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Queen On Air 1973

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss the 3 sessions Queen did for the BBC in 1973. How do they compare to the album versions? We wade in.

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Queen II revisited

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 19:42:10 GMT

We go back to discuss Queen II in more detail than we did originally and have tons of fun along the way.

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| String Quartet - Fairy Feller's Master Stroke |

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Queen (first album)...revisited

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:02:17 GMT

We go back to Queen's first album and the album that started the podcast off for us. The reason? Well we didn't break down the full album on our first episode as we were still working it all out. So we wanted to go back and talk about all of the tracks and in more detail. We found that we had even changed our minds a little since that first pod.

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NOT: Alice Cooper - From the Inside

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

In this NOT episode we take a request from a Twitter follower JournoJoolz, who requested we do an episode on Alice Cooper's 4th solo album From the Inside. The album is a concept about Alice's time in a New York asylum while recovering from alcoholism and was worked up with Bernie Taupin. We dive into this album that is barnd new to us, despite coming out in 1978.

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Brian May - Back to the Light

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:02:19 GMT

In this episode we discuss Brian May's first proper solo album, Back to the Light. Released in 1992, the music for the album was assembled over the previous 5 years. After a failed attempt to record this podcast a few months back, we make another attempt and finish it off this time! Get our honest and objective opinions as ever. P.S. If easily offended, this maybe isn't for you!

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NOT: Iron Maiden - Seventh Son/No Prayer

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

In this NOT episode, we go back to Maiden with our Deep Dive Podcast Network friends, Erik and Jonatan from Maiden A-Z. This time we discuss Maiden's 7th and 8th albums Seventh Son of a Seventh Son and No Prayer for the Dying. Two very contrasting albums: for some one is widely celebrated and the other an indication of decline. We dive in and give our honest and objective opinions as always!

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Smile - Gettin' Smile & Larry Lurex - I Can Hear Music/Goin' Back

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:02:31 GMT

In this episode we go back to the very start and discuss Smile and their Gettin' Smile release which although coming out in 1982, the tracks that make this up were recorded in 1969. These are the first professional recordings to feature Brian May and Roger Taylor.

We also disuss the Larry Lurex songs I Can Hear Music and Going Back which recorded by Freddie, Brian and Roger during the sessions for the first Queen album.

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NOT: Madonna - Like a Prayer

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:00:37 GMT

In this NOT episode we go Pop and discuss Madonna's 4th album Like a Prayer. Previously we had only heard some of the singles so listen andfind out what we think of the album as a whole.

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The Cross - Blue Rock and Heartland

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 00:02:44 GMT

In this episode we discuss the third and final album by The Cross. An album that was released only in a few countries and not that well known overall. We dive in, so tune in and find out if we come out alive!

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NOT: Iron Maiden - Powerslave/Somewhere in Time

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT

We are joined again by our friends in the Deep Dive Podcast Network, Jonatan and Erik from the Iron Maiden podcast Maiden A-Z, to talk about Iron Maiden's 5th and 6th albums, Powerslave and Somewhere in Time. We had so much fun we had to split the episode. Seventh Son and No Prayer coming soon!

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NOT: AC/DC - Flick of the Switch

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:06:14 GMT

We are joined by Brian Moody to talk AC/DC's Flick of the Switch. Brian discussed why he rates this as one of AC/DC's best as Paul, Joe and David wade in. This was the third AC/DC album to feature Brian Johnston and the last to feature Phil Rudd for 12 years.

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Back Chat LIVE Part 2

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 00:01:38 GMT

Part 2 of our live podcast on 17th December 2021 featuring Michaeal Legge and some of our listeners, Stuart, Lynn, Eoghan, Lisa and Dieter. You can find the video version on YouTube and Twitter.

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Back Chat LIVE Part 1

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 00:00:01 GMT

Part 1 of our live podcast on 17th December 2021 featuring Michaeal Legge and some of our listeners, Stuart, Lynn, Eoghan, Lisa and Dieter. You can find the video version on YouTube and Twitter.

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May, Taylor and Rodgers - The Cosmos Rocks REACTION

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 00:00:27 GMT

We react to the May, Taylor and Rodgers album known as The Cosmos Rocks. Released in 2007 and went under the radar for most, including us. This is why we decided to give it a listen together, reacting to each song in turn. You can play along; each time your hear the gong, press pause and listen to the track!

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Roger Taylor - Outsider LIVE

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 00:00:42 GMT

We discuss Roger's 2021 tour supporting his Outsider album with the help of the listeners. Roger's first tour for over 20 years and now at 72 years old, can he still enrage the folks on the lower floor?

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NOT: Manic Street Preachers - The Holy Bible

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 07:54:13 GMT

We discuss Manic Street Preachers' third album The Holy Bible. This is the last album to feature Richey Edwards who went missing not long after its release. The album explores harrowing subjects such as the holocaust, anorexia and murder and is widely considered to be the band's creative high point. The album was released in 1994 which overall was a great year for music.

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More of that Jazz

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 00:00:35 GMT

We take a fresh look at Jazz. Some of us weren't too happy with the thoughts expressed on the original podcast, so we take a fresh and less trigger-happy look at the most divisive Queen album of the 1970s.

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The Works Tour

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 23:05:44 GMT

In 1984 and 1985, Queen toured every major continent in the world apart from North America as they were still in a huff about how they were treated in the US after Hot Space. The band hadn't played live since 1982. They re-assembled after some time apart and solo ventures to write and record The Works album and then headed out on tour. The tour wasn't short on issues which we discuss, also focussing on the performances from Rio and Tokyo.

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NOT: Pink Floyd 1979 - 1994

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 23:00:45 GMT

We return to Pink Floyd in this NOT episode, discussing The Wall, The Final Cut, A Momentary Lapse of Reason and The Division Bell. Roger Waters tried to disband Pink Floyd in 1985 but after legal proceedings Pink Floyd were allowed to continue without him. This episode is split evenly with two Waters-led Floyd albums and two Gilmour-led Floyd albums.

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Roger Taylor - Outsider

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 23:00:57 GMT

We discuss Roger's sixth solo album, released on 1st October 2021. In Roger's own words: "It's slightly nostalgic and wistful, and quite adult, a bit more grown-up than my last couple of albums.” We gave the album a first listen on release day and recorded our initial thoughts, then coming back days later and more listens later, we recorded our subsequent thoughts.

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Queen B Sides

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 23:03:26 GMT

In this episode we discuss Queen B Sides that span 1972 - 1991. There are only 10 true/unique B Sides to speak of. From See What a Fool I've Been and coming full circle with Mad the Swine, we discuss each one in turn and ask the question if they should be on the associated album.

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NOT: Slipknot - Vol 3: (The Subliminal Verses)

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 23:00:08 GMT

In this NOT In the Lap of the Pods episode Joe invites Paul and David to get beyond the masks and listen to Slipknot properly. We discuss their third album, their most eclectic to that point, Vol 3: (The Subliminal Verses).

RIP Joey Jordison

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Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert (Part 2)

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 23:02:26 GMT

In this second part, we discuss the Queen+ performances featuring Roger Daltrey, Robert Plant, David Bowie and Elton John to name but a few. How did they all do? We wade in...

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NOT: Iron Maiden 1980 - 1983 with Maiden A-Z

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 23:00:57 GMT

We are joined by Erik and Jonatan from the Maiden A-Z podcast to discuss Iron Maiden's first four albums: Iron Maiden, Killers, The Number of the Beast and Piece of Mind.

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Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert (Part 1)

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 19:43:28 GMT

We talk about the first half of The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert for Aids Awareness which featured some of the biggest Rock acts in the world including Metallica and Guns N' Roses. We hear from the listeners who have left their memories from either being at the concert or watching on TV. We also speak to journalist and writer David Geldard.

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NOT: Fish - Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 21:46:16 GMT

In this NOT episode we discuss Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors by Fish. This is Fish's first solo album after leaving Marillion in 1988 and was released in 1990. A few different styles of music on show with a huge cast of musicians on show to help Fish make his big statement. A big shout-out to bass player John Giblin who we don't mention by name but plays fantastically well on this album!

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The Cross - Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 23:00:54 GMT

We discuss the second album from The Cross: Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know. This is a shift from the sound of Shove It and a move to a Heavy Rock sound with the whole band contributing writing thr album. How does this 1990 album hold up? We will take you away from the bandaloop as we wade in...

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NOT: The Beatles - Revolver

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 11:00:59 GMT

In this NOT In the Lap of the Pods episode we talk about one Paul's favourite bands, The Beatles and their 1966 album Revolver. David and Joe are very much casual fans of the band so Paul is educated them but ultimately do they like the music? Find out and join the discussion!

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Queen Cover Versions

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 19:36:07 GMT

In this episode we discuss Queen cover versions from the likes of Metallica, Macy Gray, Los Lobos, Nine Inch Nails, Karen O, Neko Case, Between the Buried and Me and a few others. Some are great and some not so great!

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NOT: Nine Inch Nails - The Downward Spiral

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 23:02:39 GMT

In this NOT In the Lap of the Pods episode we talk about Nine Inch Nails' seminal album The Downward Spiral. The album itself can be a harrowing listen but for us it is an enjoyable listen. We discuss each track in turn and give out thoughts on what we think is happening and the instrumentation used to get the story across.

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Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballe - Barcelona (2012 edition)

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 23:00:46 GMT

Freddie collaborates with one of his favourite singers, Montserrat Caballe. The result is the Barcelona album which was largely assembled by Mike Moran with Freddie. We discuss the 2012 re-issue which saw the Prague FILMharmonic Orchestra record live instruments for all the parts on the album, where previously it was synthetic. Not opera fans ourselves, we discuss what effect this album has on us and ultimately whether we like it or not!

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NOT: Pink Floyd 1971 - 1977

Thu, 13 May 2021 23:01:29 GMT

In this NOT In the Lap of the Pods episode we talk about one of our favourite bands: Pink Floyd. This is the first of a two part podcast on the band. |We discuss 5 Floyd albums released from 1971 to 1977: Meddle, Obscured By Clouds, Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here and Animals, exploring the quick evolution of the band along the way.

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The Cross - Shove It

Thu, 13 May 2021 23:00:30 GMT

In this episode we discuss the debut album for The Cross, Roger Taylor's band formed in 1988. The Shove It album was orginally intended to be Roger's third solo album but late into the sessions he decided to change it to a band album and so The Cross was formed. We discuss the album and have a few laughs along the way!

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NOT: Black Sabbath - Dehumanizer

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 22:59:48 GMT

Our first NOT In the Lap of the Pods episode is here! This is where we discuss other music that may or may not have a connection to Queen. In this first episode we discuss Black Sabbath's Dehumanizer with Ry from Sabbath Bloody Podcast. This album, released in 1992 saw the return of Ronnie James Dio to the band after 10 years and was produced by Mack. The album's sound is that of a band hungry again! Get our thoughts.

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Made in Heaven

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 22:59:00 GMT

We return with a chat about the "15th Queen album" Made in Heaven. This is an album that was put together after the death of Freddie and released in 1995. The album is a mix of previously released material which was reworked, album outtakes and some music recorded after the Innuendo sessions. Can this truly be considered Queen's 15th studio album? We wade in...

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Fred Mandel Interview

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 00:00:13 GMT

In this episode we speak to music legend Fred Mandel. Fred worked with Queen from 1982 - 1984 and also worked with Brian May on Starfleet and Freddie Mercury on Mr. Bad Guy. He has also worked with other legends such as Alice Cooper, Elton John and Pink Floyd. This was an incredibly fun episode for us and we hope you'll enjoy it.

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In the Space Capsule

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 00:00:47 GMT

In the is episode we speak to our listeners to find out their favourite Queen things they would like to put In the Space Capsule to send into space in order that other civilisations get an appreciation for band. We had fun and we hope you find it enjoyable too! Thanks to Ian from Recovering Queen for the cover of In the Space Capsule at the end of the episode.

NOTE: there is audio of varying quality in this episode.

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Freddie Mercury - Mr. Bad Guy(Special Edition)

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 00:00:49 GMT

We discuss Freddie Mercury's only solo album, 1985's Mr. Bad Guy. The album was given a fresh mix in 2019, so we will talk about the album in the context of that remix. We also discuss the situation around some of the songs potentially being Queen songs and the fact that Freddie was reported to have signed a huge money deal with CBS, much to the chagrin of the other members of Queen.

NOTE: the audio in this episode at times is poor but overall we felt it was still good enough for release.

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Roger Taylor - Strange Frontier

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 00:00:41 GMT

We discuss Roger's second solo album, Strange Frontier. It was recorded over 1983/1984 and is the follow up to Fun in Space. Roger goes for a more contemporary sound on this one and included covers of Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan songs respectively. He also recorded two music videos for the songs Strange Frontier and Man on Fire which should go down in music video history!

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Queen On Fire: Live at the Bowl

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 20:36:51 GMT

Queen play Milton Keynes Bowl in 1982 in front of 65,000 people shortly after their infamous Hot Space album is released. The band had a lot to prove at this point. Had they also compromised as a live act?

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Thank God It's Quizmas Part 2

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 19:06:48 GMT

Thank God It's Quizmas Part 2

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Thank God It's Quizmas Part 1

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 18:46:05 GMT

We are joined for by the amazingly talented Michael Legge and Andrew O'Neill for a Christmas Quiz. There is a lot of chat and the occasional question is asked. It's the Comics versus the Casters. Who will be crowned the champions?

This is part one of a two-parter.

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Brian May and Friends - Star Fleet Project

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:09 GMT

We discuss Brian May's 'project' Star Fleet, in which finding himself at a loose-end decided to assemble some musicians together for a jam. Out of that jam came this mini-album. The musicians other than Brian were, Eddie Van Halen, Alan Gratzer, Fred Mandel and Phil Chen. Not technically Brian's first solo album but how has his first solo 'outing' held up since 1983?

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Queen Rock Montreal/We Will Rock You

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 00:05:00 GMT

Orginally released in 1983 as a home video called We Will Rock You, Queen Rock Montreal was restored for HD release and the soundtrack remixed and made available as a live album in 2007. We discuss the sights and sounds of this/these performances recorded in Montreal on 24th and 25th November 1981.

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Live Killers

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 00:00:14 GMT

We discuss Queen's first live album Live Killers, released in 1979 and recorded on their European Tour of the same year. The band had been touring relentlessly at this point and had released 7 albums in 5 years. So in what shape are the band in? A classic live album for many despite the band almost disowning it shortly after its release.

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Roger Taylor - Fun in Space

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 00:00:28 GMT

In this podcast we take a break from Queen releases to discuss Roger Taylor's first solo album Fun in Space. Released in 1981, this is the first solo album of any member of Queen to be released. The material was assembed by Roger over few years during Queen's downtime.

We discuss all the tracks and the impact the album has had on us.

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A Night at the Odeon

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:00:32 GMT

We discuss Queen's famous Hammersmith Odeon concert of December 1975, released in 2015 as A Night at the Odeon. The band are riding high at this point with a number one album and single in the bag, but how do they sound?

As ever we give our honest and objective views.

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Live at The Rainbow '74

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 21:55:34 GMT

Released retrospectively in 2014, Live at the Rainbow '74 captures Queen on the Sheer Heart Attack tour and proves why the band should always be in the conversation when it comes to pioneering Metal styles. The set has existed on a few video formats over the years in edited form, but 2014 the set was released in its entirety with a fresh new mix by Justin Shirley Smith, Joshua J Maccrae and Kris Fredrikson.

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LapPods Landfill

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 23:00:02 GMT

We invited the listeners to leave a voicemail with 3 Queen-related things they would like to put in the LapPods Landfill. They have to get past the 3 guardians of the dump, Paul, Joe and David. Which ones will they agree to dump and which ones will they keep? Have a listen and join the chat on Twitter @lappods!

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Highlander with author Jonathan Melville

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We are joined by film historian and author Jonathan Melville as we discuss his book A Kind of Magic: Making the Original Highlander. Jonathan talks with us about the book, the film and of course the music, including his chats with Brian May and Roger Taylor. As ever, join the chat on Twitter @lappods. Order Jonathan's book through @Polaris_books.There can be only one!Thanks for listening and enjoy!

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Innuendo (Part 2)

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss the second half on Queen's last studio album, Innuendo. A few very famous tracks in These are the Days of Our Lives and The Show Must Go On. How does the album wrap up as a whole? Is this the return to form that was discussed by the band at the time? Join the discussion as ever @lappods on Twitter.Thanks for listening and enjoy!

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Innuendo (Part 1)

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss the first half of Queen's 14th album Innuendo. An album that brings the band truly together for the first time in a long time as they cope with Freddie's illness. A very different album from the 80s output and a darker tone. How does it stack up though?Join the discussion @lappods.Thanks for listening and enjoy!

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The Miracle

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss Queen's 13th and (truly) penultimate studio album, The Miracle. The band had taken the longest break ever between albums but did the extra time away pay off? The album itself is almost as infamous as Hot Space but does it deserve to be? Join the discussion @lappods.Thanks for listening and enjoy!

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A Kind of Magic

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss Queen's 12th studio album, A Kind of Magic. The album is largely made up of songs written for the movie Highlander which we also discuss in this pod. Join the discussion as ever @lappods on Twitter.Thanks for listening and please enjoy!

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The Works

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 22:22:46 GMT

We discuss Queen's 11th studio album, The Works. How did the band respond after the commercial and possibly creative failure of Hot Space? Join the discussion @lappods.Thanks for listening.

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Hot Space

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss Queen's 10th studio album, the controversial Hot Space. Is a complete failure? Are there any redeeming qualities to it? We disuss the album in detail and also discuss the blame game that Queen members have played with regard to this album. Join the discussion on Twitter @lappods.Thanks for listening and enjoy.

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Flash Gordon Soundtrack

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss Queen's 9th studio album and soundtrack to the movie Flash Gordon. A very different album for Queen as they are having to construct music around a concept given to them. This album was put together during a busy period for the band, finishing off The Game album and touring. An album overlooked by many, including Queen fans, does it deserve more attention?In this episode, we are joined by the fantastic comedian Michael Legge who discusses the album with us and adds a bit of star quality to the pod!Thanks for listening and as usual, join the discussion on Twitter @lappods.Michael Legge:https://michaellegge.bandcamp.com/Soundtracks:Under the Skinhttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/58sgJHAR6AAAYRrHHgPUgZ?si=-RnB_tkyS5GYi9-zp9HMowThe Good, The Bad and The Uglyhttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/1HukuZfRniuRhWTc8EQQWt?si=3rohSxWHSK2Q9ukXGFzFygEvent Horizonhttps://youtu.be/6gaWH2NdZNwDirty Harryhttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/2lbA7tLivwPJCBZjPCjsaD?si=2rikMqLARLSwRGV-hp8vjg

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The Game

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT

Apologies for some poor sound quality on this episode. This was only noticed after the recording. It's been cleaned up as best we can and hopefully you still enjoy it!The band return with their eighth album and first album of the 1980s, The Game. With a more direct sound, the album was a massive hit in the US due to two number 1 singles. How does it hold up now? Did Queen dilute their sound too much or was this the start of something special?Join the discussion on Twitter and Facebook @lappods.Thanks for listening!

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Jazz

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:41:30 GMT

We disuss Queen's 7th studio album, released on 10th November 1978. The band by this point had released 7 albums in 5 years. Where the creative juices still flowing? This episode features a clip from comedian Michael Legge who gives his thoughts on Mustapha and also one of the Lap Pods team!Thanks for listening anf join the discussion on Twitter and Facebook via @lappods.

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News of the World

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss one of Queen's biggest sellers, News of the World, the band's 6th studio album. A change in vibe on this one and a more stripped back sound. Does it work or would we have preferred the overblown sound that we all have grown to love so much? Join the discussion @lappods.Thanks for listening.

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A Day at the Races

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT

Often seen as a companion to A Night at the Opera, Queen's fifth album A Day at the Races was released on 10th December 1976. It has been said that this is the poorer of the two albums but what do we think about it?Thanks for listening and enjoy!

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A Night at the Opera

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss Queen's fourth and biggest selling album, A Night at the Opera released on 21st November 1975. A few sparks fly as maybe for the first time there is some disagreement among us! Does it deserve its status as Queen's best album?Thanks for listening and enjoy!

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Sheer Heart Attack

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss Queen's third album Sheer Heart Attack, released on 8th November 1974. The band score their first major single hit with Killer Queen but is this shift in Queen's sound all too much?A big shout out to www.queenarchives.com and www.queensongs.info - two excellent websites to get Queen articles and music thoery information respectively.Thanks for listening and enjoy!

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Queen II

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT

We discuss Queen's second album, the extremely well-loved Queen II. The band expand a little on their metallic sound on this one released on 8th March 1974. How will this one sit with us? Listen and join the discussion on Twitter @LapPods. Thanks for listening!

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Queen (first album)

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT

The band release their long awaited debut album on 13th July 1973 and take their first steps towards legendary status. How does the album hold up? Is it a blistering debut? A damp squib? The boys disuss the album and its impact. Join the discussion on Twitter and Facebook via LapPods.Thanks for listening!

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Preview episode

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 18:24:33 GMT

Welcome to In the Lap of the Pods, a fan podcast for the band Queen.

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