Queen - Made in Heaven
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Free Music Review: It's not only deeply beautiful and spiritual, but it rocks too
Hit: 5 Stars
Freddie Mercury was without a doubt the best singer that ever lived. After his death the remaining band members decided they should honor his memory, because as we all know, Freddie said "The show must go on". The result was Made in Heaven. In my opinion this is ironically Queen's finest album. Normally, when a band takes some older songs and re-works them the result is just bad. In this case it's the complete opposite. They took songs from Freddie Mercury's solo album Mister Bad Guy and turned them into something truly special. The album begins with "It's a beautiful day", and until the end of the album which is a reprise of the first track, you almost feel as though the sun is setting on the life of something precious and beautiful. "Let me live" is a soulful number where we also get to hear Brian and Roger sing. It's a classic Queen song. "Mother Love" is the most somber piece on the album. "Heaven for everyone" was a song originally done by Roger Taylor's band The Cross. "A Winter's Tale" probably captures the spirit of the album best. It's an intensely beautiful song. I could tell you about the rest of the songs too, but my thoughts on all of them are pretty much the same. These songs are all very special and it's obvious that Queen put some real effort and talent into making these songs sound nothing less than the best of Queen. The ending tracks are something very special too, and in a way they end this very special album and perfectly reflects the life of one very special person and the talent therein. It's a must-have especially for any fan of Queen.Free Music Review: A masterpiece from the Rock Legends...
Hit: 5 Stars
Having listened to this album for a period of approximately six years to date, I can say that its appeal is long lasting and it stands as one of the greats.Suffering very little bearing in mind it was produced after the death of band leader Freddie Mercury - who's vocal tracks (most of them original) have been sensitively blended in with new music from the remaining members of the group, the result is a fascinating album.
With a fan club run as a multi-national company at the time of release, you may have expected it to be a simple 'cash-in' orchestrated by the record company - this is not the case.
The tracks on this album reveal quality. I'm pleased to say that the classic Queen ingredients are present - lush multi-layered vocal harmonies and electric guitar, breathtaking guitar leads from the axe-master Brian May, superb vocal leads from Mercury, together with faultless musical accompaniment and strong songwriting - this is classic Queen. The tracks range from the almighty stadium rock anthem 'Too Much Love Will Kill You', the incredibly catchy 'Heaven for Everyone' (an immense track), the wonderfully depressing 'Mother Love' as well as more refreshing tracks such as 'You don't fool me'. This is an emotional album full of feeling and energy - as you would expect from Queen.
In summary this album ranks as one of the strongest Queen albums; I personally believe it is very under-rated. Queen were just getting better and better...you would be forgiven for thinking that this album lives up to its title's claim...
Free Music Review: Good attempt, but lacks the 'Mercury Perfectionism'
Hit: 5 Stars
Well, Ive been a queen fan for few years now, and Queen just isnt as good without the direction and guidance of Freddie, who wasnt alive for much of the musical arrangement on this album. Ive also heard the original versions of the Freddie mercury solos that were featured in the posthumous 'The Freddie mercury Album' which can be found on Mr Bad Guy. I actually prefer the originals, and some of the re-mixes are terrible compared to the originals, it seems they tried to mould the songs with the music of the time, trashy early 90's dance beats. Compare 'Foolin around', 'Living on my own',and in particular 'Your kind of lover' which they ruined, and wasnt actually that bad in 'Mr Bad Guy'.
In this album I cant argue they have done very well under the circumstances. The album musically, lacks some of the magic that can be found in all the previous Queen albums. There is definitly a missing Mercury perfectionism. What brings the album up to standard is the song writing. The lyrics are beautiful in songs like 'Too much love will kill you' and 'mother love', and 'winters tale' are very moving. 'Winters Tale', with Freddies vocals soaring, you can tell he was putting all his effort into it. His voice seems slightly 'tightened' possibly by illness. Very moving. Its such a shame that the rest of the band overlayed their vocals mid way through the song which just didnt work. Not the usual quality of the Queen Choir.
Musical Quality - 3/5
Song Writing - 5/5
Overall - 4/5
Free Music Review: Tranquil and blissful.
Hit: 5 Stars
Before I became a huge Queen fan, I borrowed this and Greatest Hits from a friend. I didn't care for it at first, but when I became the fanatic that I am now, I went back to it and loved it. Everything on here is absolutely beautiful. The album opens with the beautiful "It's A Beautiful Day," then segues into the strong solo-Freddie-gone-Queen track "Made In Heaven." Other great songs are "Let Me Live," "Heaven For Everyone," "You Don't Fool Me," and "Too Much Love Will Kill You," to name a few. However, the two most poignant songs on here are "A Winter's Tale" and "Mother Love." "A Winter's Tale" was the last song Freddie wrote in his lifetime, and "Mother Love" was the last vocal he ever laid down to tape. "A Winter's Tale" is a beautiful, slow, tranquil song about wintertime and how beautiful it is, relaxing...peaceful...absolute bliss. For "Mother Love," Queen fans, have the Kleenex handy. Not only was it the last song he ever wrote, there is a line in the song where he says "I long for peace before I die." And the track ends with clips from the band's legendary show at Wembley, a Larry Lurex (Freddie's early stage name) clip, and a baby crying, as if his life is flashing before our eyes. The ending hidden track (13) is a tranquil wall of sound, simulating the departure of Freddie's spirit into the heavens...forever...and ever.......Free Music Review: A fitting tribute to a great band and a great man
Hit: 5 Stars
In November of 1991, Freddie Mercury announced he had AIDS. Less than 2 days later, he died. I remember the utter feeling of loss upon hearing this news. I had been a Queen fan since the mid-70's and the group was instrumental in my discovery of my own musical ability. For days I listened to Queen, from the earliest albums to Innuendo. I lamented the fact that there would be no more music from this group. The months and years rolled by. The Freddie tribute at Wembly Stadium was a wonderful tribute by those who admired or were inspired by Queen. Then in 1995, I walked into a local record store and sitting in the new releases bin was Made in Heaven. At first, I thought it was another Greatest Hits album but looking at the back cover I saw it was new material. Needless to say, I bought it and sat with my headphones. This album brought a sense of closure for me. It gave a last shining moment tinged with sadness as much of the album represented the final months of Freddie's life. His performance is inspirational. In Innuendo and Made in Heaven, both albums work together to paint a great talent in the last acts of his life. The anger, bitterness and eventual acceptance of his ending bring a fitting finale for Queen. As a group, they will be missed. For Freddie, I hope he has found peace in the world beyond.