Is The Game Queen’s Ultimate ’80s Album? | Side A Deep Dive

Is The Game the defining ’80s release from Queen? Woody and Andy dig into this 1980 classic to find out, exploring the band’s bold evolution—from their first use of synthesisers to the slick, funk-driven grooves that reshaped their sound.In this episode, we break down Side A track by track, unpacking the emotion behind Play the Game and the spontaneous creativity that fueled Dragon Attack. We also dive into the iconic story of how Michael Jackson urged the band to release "Another Bites the Dust" as a single—helping it become one of their biggest global hits.From the punchy power-pop of "Need Your Loving Tonight" to the rockabilly flair of "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," we share honest takes on what makes this album so enduring. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering Queen’s deeper cuts, this episode offers fresh insight into the band’s creative peak at Musicland Studios in Munich.👉👉 Chatting Tracks Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ChattingTracks 👈👈 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.