Queen

Picture this: it’s September 19, 1980, and Queen is taking the stage at the Rosemont Horizon in Illinois, part of their North America tour for the album *The Game,* released just months earlier in June. This album marked a significant shift in their sound, embracing a more pop-oriented vibe while still keeping that quintessential rock edge. Songs like “Another One Bites the Dust” and “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” were already capturing mainstream attention, propelling Queen into a new stratosphere of popularity. Interestingly, *The Game* was notable for being their first album to incorporate a drum machine on a track, showing their willingness to experiment and innovate. It’s hard to overstate how electric that live performance must have been, especially as the band was riding high on the success of this album—one that would go on to become a classic in their discography. A live recording from this era encapsulates a group at a thrilling crossroads, blending theatrical rock with a fresh sound that resonated deeply with fans. What a time to be a Queen fan!

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