See What a Fool I've Been, 3/2/77
Apr 13, 2021 10:46:35 GMT
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Post by Ryan Newton on Apr 13, 2021 10:46:35 GMT
This review of one of the Forum shows from the Races Tour was published on March 26th 1977 in Sounds Magazine, written by Justin Pierce:
"When I first saw Queen a couple of years back, there was no doubt in my mind that they were going to be simply huge.
At their Forum appearance, Queen demonstrated why many are willing to say that they are the most exciting '70's group on the concert stage today.
While bands like the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and the Who continue to thrive on their past triumphs, Queen are providing rock with a sorely needed shot in the arm.
The evening opened on an uplifting note when Freddie Mercury, assuming a confident stage pose and dressed in a white karate-patterned jump suit launched into a vociferous version of Brian May's 'Tie Your Mother Down.' Although Mercury's theatrical stance borrows from the of the prance and swagger of Mick Jagger and the posey showmanship of Robert Plant, he is a uniquely charismatic lead singer, possessing an absolutely gorgeous voice. With his pirouetting moves and specially designed leotards, he could probably be considered the Rudolf Nureyev of rock.
Along with Mercury, guitarist Brian May, bassist John Deacon and drummer Roger Taylor provide Queen with a multi-faceted talent. It's a rarity trying to find a band in which every member provides songs. Though Queen incorporated numerous flash bombs and exciting lighting effects, it was their musicianship and superb material that carried the programme. Every member of the band got at least a couple of opportunities during which they could showcase their instrumental skill.
The real impact of Queen's set becomes apparent during the last half hour when they showcase their rock roots with such tunes as 'Liar,' 'Stone Cold Crazy,' and 'Now I'm Here.' 'Hey, Big Spender,' which has always been their encore, worked exceedingly well as Freddie stripped from a kimono into a tight swimsuit outfit. The evening closed with 'See What a Fool I've Been.' All in all, Queen presented a stunning performance that would be hard to match by anyone's standards."
Considering they did the song later in the year at the video shoot for We Are the Champions, I don't see why not to believe this. Obviously it's not referring to the second show as the song wasn't played that night. Also being published only a few weeks after the shows eliminates the likelihood of clouded memory.
"When I first saw Queen a couple of years back, there was no doubt in my mind that they were going to be simply huge.
At their Forum appearance, Queen demonstrated why many are willing to say that they are the most exciting '70's group on the concert stage today.
While bands like the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and the Who continue to thrive on their past triumphs, Queen are providing rock with a sorely needed shot in the arm.
The evening opened on an uplifting note when Freddie Mercury, assuming a confident stage pose and dressed in a white karate-patterned jump suit launched into a vociferous version of Brian May's 'Tie Your Mother Down.' Although Mercury's theatrical stance borrows from the of the prance and swagger of Mick Jagger and the posey showmanship of Robert Plant, he is a uniquely charismatic lead singer, possessing an absolutely gorgeous voice. With his pirouetting moves and specially designed leotards, he could probably be considered the Rudolf Nureyev of rock.
Along with Mercury, guitarist Brian May, bassist John Deacon and drummer Roger Taylor provide Queen with a multi-faceted talent. It's a rarity trying to find a band in which every member provides songs. Though Queen incorporated numerous flash bombs and exciting lighting effects, it was their musicianship and superb material that carried the programme. Every member of the band got at least a couple of opportunities during which they could showcase their instrumental skill.
The real impact of Queen's set becomes apparent during the last half hour when they showcase their rock roots with such tunes as 'Liar,' 'Stone Cold Crazy,' and 'Now I'm Here.' 'Hey, Big Spender,' which has always been their encore, worked exceedingly well as Freddie stripped from a kimono into a tight swimsuit outfit. The evening closed with 'See What a Fool I've Been.' All in all, Queen presented a stunning performance that would be hard to match by anyone's standards."
Considering they did the song later in the year at the video shoot for We Are the Champions, I don't see why not to believe this. Obviously it's not referring to the second show as the song wasn't played that night. Also being published only a few weeks after the shows eliminates the likelihood of clouded memory.
