198 episodes
Tater Thoughts Charly Tate
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A musician, singer, songwriter and dreamer obsessed with soundscapes, deeper stuff and bright and shiny things. We're talking Queen, music in general and the human psyche.
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Queen Deep Dive: "Don't Lose Your Head" no, don't lose your head
One of the danciest rock things Queen ever did (and really, it sometimes feels nothing like Queen), Roger's "Don't Lose Your Head" is driven by bombastic percussion that never gets a break, Brian's echoing gritty guitars and Freddie's crystal clear vocals (lead and all backing). But I don't know if I believe Freddie as he implores us to chill out. The instrumental version "A Dozen Red Roses For My Darling" amps the dance elements, almost taking us into early techno territory.
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Queen Deep Dive: I am the god of kingdom come, "Gimme the Prize (Kurgan's Theme)"
Brian brings the heat, the roar and a guitar bagpipe solo in "Gimme the Prize (Kurgan's Theme", an aggressive and demanding metal-tinged anthem inspired by Highlander's villain. Distorted guitar layers and Freddie's sharply delivered full chest vocals make this one of Queen's heaviest songs. It was never performed live but several "eYe Versions" exist (Queen: The eYe Soundtrack), omitting the impressive intro and all film sounds. Some fans dig the aggression, Brian's bagpipe solo and Freddie's screams and cackles. But me? Well...
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Joy in Everything
Life has a way of reminding us we're seldom in control. Life comes at us, things happen, and we're pushed to the ground. When we go through turmoil and tragedy, it changes us; forever, and sometimes deeply. But as we decide to fight and we rise, something remarkable happens, and we suddenly realize...this is what I've been missing.
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Queen Deep Dive: "Who Wants to Live Forever", forever is our today
Brian's grandiose "Who Wants to Live Forever" was ignored when Queen's twelfth album was released. Nevertheless, the song has become a fan favorite. Inspired by Highlander's love story, Brian wrote it quickly in the car, laid down the entire track and its impressive chords in the "Skips Demo" versions, and worked with a full orchestra to create one of Queen's absolute best. Brian and Freddie contribute lead vocals, Roger busts out strategic and impactful percussion, and Brian's guitar is soulful. This is one of my favorites: A powerful live number and an evocative piano piece.
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Queen Deep Dive: Right 'till the end, "Friends Will Be Friends"
Another gorgeous Freddie/John co-write and one of Queen's last piano-driven songs, "Friends Will Be Friends" is an impactful power rock ballad that emphasizes the importance of relationships. Freddie performs his lyrics with impressive dynamics, tackling massive intervals effortlessly. Brian's guitar is soulful as ever, complimenting Freddie's brilliance. John provides rhythm guitar alongside his immaculate bass, and Roger's delicate percussion is perfection. Live, this was a moving number tucked between two longstanding setlist closers; and fans loved it.
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Be Intentional
There comes a time when we realize...we're doing way too many things in this attempt to do everything. Sometimes, life demands compromise, and we have to set aside our aspirations simply to function. But when we're given the opportunity to love life, and not just live it, we should be absolutely intentional only with what matters most. Don't spread yourself too thin.
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