In the wake of an American tour cut short due to sudden illness, British music titans Queen sat down to record their third album, Sheer Heart Attack, in 1974.
Despite the challenges, the band soldiered through and produced some of their most memorable moments including Freddie Mercury’s stellar harmonies on “Killer Queen” and Brian May’s technical dexterity on “Brighton Rock.” Perfectly sequenced, the album seamlessly weaves together elements of straight ahead rock and roll, metal, multi-layered pop and much more. But how much do you know about this important album? Check out the quiz below and find out!
And, while you’re playing, listen to Sheer Heart Attack here.