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- Summary: Queen's 1974 album is reissued as a five CD and two LP box set that includes a new mix of the album, previously unreleased outtakes and demos as well as live tracks, radio sessions, and 112-page book.
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- Record Label: Hollywood Records
- Genre(s): Rock, Pop/Rock
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Apr 23, 2026There are fever-dream phases of Queen II which are as thrilling as anything made that dazzling decade. .... Its reissue is significant. [May 2026, p.97]
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Apr 23, 2026Any lover of “A Night at the Opera” needs to check out the main album immediately — for those who are already fans, set aside at least a couple of hours to dig into the bounty for the eyes and ears.
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Classic Rock MagazineApr 23, 2026The album's 2026 mix is revelatory. .... It's a bit of a trove, all told, a never more hard-rocking Queen in an iconic Mick Rock cover image for the ages. [May 2026, p.82]
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MojoApr 23, 2026It's a new remix of the original album that dazzles. [May 2026, p.101]