Queen

Brian May, Freddie Mercury, John Deacon, Roger Taylor

What We Create

Our journey through the studio has never been a straight line; it has been more of an erratic, evolving conversation between the four of us and the microphones. When we first started, we were obsessed with the sheer density of sound—layering guitars and voices until the tape could barely hold the tension. We wanted to see how far we could stretch the definition of a rock band before it snapped.

As the years progressed, we grew restless with our own habits. We stripped things back to the bone, toyed with the cold precision of electronics, and then dove headfirst into the decadence of the studio again. Each record was a reaction to the one before it—a constant cycle of rediscovering who we were and what we were capable of when we grew bored of the "safe" path. We’ve moved from raw energy to complex arrangements, through phases of pure pop and heavy grit, always searching for a new way to capture a feeling.

What you hear across these years isn't a polished plan, but a collection of moments where we chose to take a risk rather than repeat ourselves. It is a document of four people refusing to stay still, invited into your ears to see what sticks.


Title Album details Certifications
Queen album cover Queen
  • Released: 13 July 1973
  • Label: EMI
Queen 2 album cover Queen II
  • Released: 8 March 1974
  • Label: EMI
Sheer Heart Attack album cover Sheer Heart Attack
  • Released: 8 November 1974
  • Label: EMI
A Night at the Opera album cover A Night at the Opera
  • Released: 28 November 1975
  • Label: EMI
A Day at the Races album cover A Day at the Races
  • Released: 10 December 1976
  • Label: EMI
News of the World album cover News of the World
  • Released: 28 October 1977
  • Label: EMI
Jazz album cover Jazz
  • Released: 10 November 1978
  • Label: EMI
The Game album cover The Game
  • Released: 30 June 1980
  • Label: EMI
Flash Gordon album cover Flash Gordon
  • Released: 8 December 1980
  • Label: EMI
Hot Space album cover Hot Space
  • Released: 4 May 1982
  • Label: EMI
The Works album cover The Works
  • Released: 27 February 1984
  • Label: EMI
A Kind of Magic album cover A Kind of Magic
  • Released: 2 June 1986
  • Label: EMI
The Miracle album cover The Miracle
Innuendo album cover Innuendo
Made in Heaven album cover Made in Heaven

Labels

EMI
Electric and Musical Industries is one of the most storied and influential names in the history of the global music industry. Founded in 1931 through the merger of the UK’s Columbia Graphophone Company and the Gramophone Company, it grew into a dominant force often referred to as one of the "Big Four" record conglomerates. Over its century-long legacy, the label was responsible for launching or managing the careers of culture-defining artists such as The Beatles, Queen, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, and Kate Bush. The company's headquarters in London and its association with the world-famous Abbey Road Studios cemented its status as a central pillar of British and international music production.In 2012, following a period of financial instability under private equity ownership, the EMI Group was broken up and sold to its rivals. The recorded music division was acquired by Universal Music Group (UMG), while the music publishing arm was purchased by a consortium led by Sony Music. This transition effectively ended EMI's life as an independent corporate entity, though its brand remains highly active. Today, EMI Records operates as a frontline flagship label under Universal Music UK, where it has been revitalized to house modern superstars like Elton John, Taylor Swift, and Lewis Capaldi. As of 2026, the label continues to expand its reach through specialized imprints like EMI North and Motown Records UK, ensuring that one of the industry's oldest names remains a competitive leader in the streaming era.
Parlophone
Parlophone Records is one of the most prestigious and historically significant record labels in the global music industry, originally founded in Germany in 1896 by the Carl Lindström Company. While it began as a producer of gramophones and later a leading jazz and comedy label in the 1920s, it achieved its most iconic status in the 1960s under the management of producer George Martin. It was during this era that Parlophone signed The Beatles, transforming the label into a dominant cultural force and the home of several of the best-selling albums and singles in British history. Its famous logo, which resembles a British pound sign, is actually a stylized German letter "L" representing its founder, Lindström. Throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries, the label continued to define mainstream and alternative music by hosting a diverse roster of legendary acts, including Queen, David Bowie, Radiohead, Blur, and Coldplay. Following the break-up of the EMI Group in 2012, Parlophone was briefly held by Universal Music Group before being sold to Warner Music Group in 2013 to satisfy regulatory requirements. In this transition, most of the Beatles' original catalog remained with Universal, but Parlophone retained its identity as a flagship label within Warner's portfolio. As of 2026, Parlophone operates as a dynamic modern label that balances its massive heritage with a focus on breaking innovative talent, continuing to manage global superstars like Iron Maiden and David Guetta while developing a new generation of artists such as PinkPantheress and Ashnikko.
Hollywood
Hollywood Records is an American record label owned by the Disney Music Group, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company. Founded in 1989 by then-CEO Michael Eisner, the label was created to expand Disney’s presence in the music industry beyond film soundtracks and children's music. Its first major milestone occurred shortly after its launch when it acquired the North American distribution rights to Queen's entire catalog, a partnership that remains a cornerstone of the label's prestige and revenue today. The label is perhaps most famous for its role in the 2000s and 2010s as a launchpad for "Disney Channel" stars transitioning into mainstream pop careers. This era saw the massive commercial success of artists such as Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, the Jonas Brothers, and Hilary Duff. While it functioned as an essential pipeline for teen-pop stardom, the label also maintained a roster of rock and alternative acts like Breaking Benjamin and Plain White T's to diversify its brand identity. As of 2026, Hollywood Records has shifted its focus to a blend of veteran acts, contemporary pop, and a heavy emphasis on film and television music. It serves as the primary distributor for soundtracks from Disney-owned properties, including Marvel Studios, 20th Century Studios, and Lucasfilm. The current roster features a mix of global performers like Sofia Carson and TINI, alongside rising indie-pop and alternative acts such as Almost Monday and Joywave. Through a long-standing partnership, the label’s physical and digital distribution is handled worldwide by Universal Music Group.

Certifying bodies

BPI
The British Recorded Music Industry is the trade association that represents the UK's recorded music sector. It serves as the collective voice for hundreds of British record labels—ranging from major global players like Sony, Universal, and Warner to hundreds of independent labels.
RIAA
The Recording Industry Association of America is the primary trade organization representing the music recording industry in the United States. Founded in 1952 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the RIAA represents several hundred member labels—ranging from the "Big Three" (Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music) to smaller independent companies. Together, its members create, manufacture, and distribute approximately 85% to 90% of all legitimate recorded music sold in the U.S.
BVMI
The Bundesverband Musikindustrie is the trade association representing the interests of the recorded music industry in Germany. Based in Berlin, it serves as the German counterpart to the BPI (UK) and RIAA (US). It represents approximately 200 music companies and record labels, which together account for more than 80% of the German music market.
IFPI AUT
The Verband der Österreichischen Musikwirtschaft is the national branch of the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry. It is the primary trade association representing the recorded music industry in Austria. Headquartered in Vienna, it represents nearly all major and independent record labels in the country, acting as the central hub for the Austrian music market.
NVPI
The Nederlandse Vereniging van Producenten en Importeurs van beeld- en geluidsdragers is the Dutch trade association representing the entertainment industry, specifically the music and film sectors in the Netherlands. Founded in 1973, it is the Dutch equivalent of the RIAA (US) or BPI (UK) and represents approximately 90% of the Dutch record companies and film distributors.
SNEP
The Syndicat national de l'édition phonographique is the primary inter-professional organization representing the interests of the recorded music industry in France. Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Neuilly-sur-Seine, it represents approximately 80% of the French music market, including the "Big Three" majors (Sony, Universal, Warner) and over 190 independent labels. It is a member of the IFPI and is affiliated with the French employers' federation, MEDEF.
ARIA
The Australian Recording Industry Association is the peak trade body representing the interests of the Australian recorded music industry. Established in 1983, it represents over 100 member labels, including the major international players and hundreds of independent Australian labels. It is the Australian affiliate of the IFPI.
IFPI NOR
The Norwegian national branch of the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry. It serves as the primary trade association for record labels in Norway. Based in Oslo, it represents the vast majority of the Norwegian music market—from major international corporations to local independent labels—and works to promote the value of recorded music.
RIAJ
The Recording Industry Association of Japan is the principal trade organization representing the Japanese music industry. Founded in 1942, it is one of the world's oldest and most influential music associations, representing Japan—the second-largest music market in the world. Its members include major domestic giants like Sony Music Entertainment Japan and Avex, alongside international majors and numerous independent labels.