Queen - "Dragon Attack" - (Live in Montreal 1981) | Reaction

[@cainealexander-mccord2805]

Saw them live five times and every time was amazing. Freddie could have been 85 years old and wouldn't have a speck of rust on him. He was the embodiment of "show".

[@Xcorgi]

I’ve been a drummer, bass player and guitar 🎸 player since the early 80’s and it’s great to hear an actual musician have a reaction to Queen’s music who can appreciate the instrumental talent of Queen and not “just” Freddie’s incredible singing. This band really had the best musicians for every instrument including Freddie on piano! Just check out many of Queen’s lesser known songs. Freddie’s piano 🎹 technique and style is totally original and totally unique. On top of that, John Deacon is the only bass player in rock to use a classical melodic style of playing bass which perfectly compliments Freddie’s piano 🎹 playing!

[@Anisabell2]

These 4 guys are a match made in heaven 🔥🔥🔥🔥 All super talented musicians, song writters, performers. Queen are the best band ever! Real talent, real voices, real musicians...and Freddie Mercury, the best frontman ever, a true King of Queen

[@pinkey943]

Freddie was a gift from God

[@Blablablagailshell123]

Freddie once said that his voice comes from the energy of the audience. The better they are, the better he gets.

[@JohnHazelwood58]

finally! some reaction to JOHN DEACON! amazing bass-player! fits perfect in a perfect band (aka. queen).

[@susieq9801]

JohnHazelwood58 - He also got Brian back in time at 7:13 when Brian was out of synch. Brian did a couple of straight chords and then was back in synch with John and Roger, the timekeepers of the band.

[@theresarandall7448]

And they made it look like part of the act. Just John and Brian jamming together

[@DirectDemocrat]

I know you love the guitar but listen to the rhythm section. John and Roger are just locked together in perfect time. It really is masterful to listen to

[@kidspack3taylor420]

Tony Homewood - right

[@kathyabrahamson6899]

Exactly ❤️

[@jeanarey5328]

The four of them were a force we will never see again!

[@walover165]

This was John Deacon's favourite Queen song and it's no wonder. The studio version is much cleaner of course, and has a bass solo - but John wasn't over-keen on playing bass solos live, so they didn't usually do it live. There's a lovely bit of an interview somewhere where Brian gushes in awe over how locked in Roger and John were to each other. If you want to hear more of John's epic bass work, I thoroughly recommend The Millionaire Waltz and also Liar for all four of them being epic really. Millionaire Waltz needs to be a studio version (much clearer sound) but for Liar I recommend a live performance - I'm a big fan of Rainbow 1974 or Odeon 1975 but some of the 1977 ones are good too.

[@Xcorgi]

Probably their best live performance of any song they’ve ever done and most people have never even heard of Dragon Attack. I’ve been a big fan of Queen since the 70’s and in my opinion this is way better than the studio version!!!

[@janettesinclair6279]

Love this performance, and listen to it as often as I can.

[@KevinWood9]

I’ve seen them 5 times and no band will come close to them unbelievable you’d have a sore throat for a week singing long 🎸🥁🎸🥁🎺🪕🎻🪗🎹🎤🎷🎸🎤🎧🥁🎺🪕

[@anoniconoclast2030]

7:20 notice how he times his jump down the drum riser to the beat of the drums .He does this all the time to accent his moves.

[@velvetmoonlass9287]

My favorite queen song!! Dragon Attack has such a groovy bass line...ughhh too good! They screwed up about 3 times 😅 but still made it sound good and just continued and got back on track. That’s why they are the greatest band ever 💚 love how you appreciate their musicality!

[@Henso618]

It was great!

[@susieq9801]

That's why Brian went over to John and John did a count down with his arm at 7:13 to get Brian back to the right spot and synchronized together. At 8:10 he starts slapping the bass.

[@hannyhawkins7804]

Susie Q Yeah, and at 4.51

[@littlequeenie7650]

I was able to see queen 2 times in my life. I know I’m one of the fortunate ones. Freddie was phenomenal! He always played with the audience. He held you in the palm of his hands. When Freddie was up on stage there was nowhere you would rather be then in that audience!! Wait until you hear this, tickets were $7.00 back in the day!

[@user-is1os4uv4l]

It’s funny because they messed up the song a few times during this performance but it still sounds amazing and the glide through the screw ups like there nothing.

[@carlah6844]

Mr Bad guy where did they mess up?

[@Henso618]

If they did, I couldn't tell! It was amazing!

[@RoverWaters]

they didn't mess up

[@NeaEmrys]

It's not messing up if you've written the song. Then it's just a remix. 😅

[@anitasmith6042]

@@NeaEmrys 😂

[@saritatambayong4002]

You're right. I think they're jamming too. Look at Brian reaction to John's bass. I mean sure they practice it before, but I think there are more some impromptu bits there. Dragon Attack live is not for seeing Freddie singing great. It's for witnessing the greatness of the other three gods.

[@theresarandall7448]

Brian got out of synch and John counted him back on track

[@RogersPhotographyGuilford]

You're picking out the subtleties such as facial expressions and body language which truly add to a performance. Glad you pointed that out. The music is great but so is their performance. I don't think I've heard a Queen Song where Freddie wasn't giving it his all. From what I've seen, hey never phoned it in.

[@naturalselectioninterventi4805]

This is exactly how I watched this video the first time... i kept going back to relisten to it because its mind blowing ❤

[@APatriarca1]

That's John Disco Deacon 👍🏼

[@GwenCossin]

Their talent and musicianship isn't replicated by anyone, is it. So glad we have these recordings to enjoy. Great reaction!

[@careym3901]

I saw this tour in Vancouver. One of the best concerts I have ever seen!

[@jeanarey5328]

Freddie had passion with everything he sang!

[@carolcjh8938]

Great reaction, TraENT. At last, someone who appreciates John's skill on bass.

[@noelborden8787]

I have come to really enjoy your comments because you love Queen. John is so often overlooked for his skill.

[@careym3901]

I saw this tour on the west coast in Vancouver,One of the best concerts I've seen ever and I've been to almost 100 in my lifetime! Fantastic show in their prime! Rush was a mind blower too!

[@etc7070]

You should give the studio version a listen, too. There are lots of differences from the live performance, and though it's more clean and slick, they still retain that naaaasty funk. And you can hear Deacon's bass much clearer, you'll *love* it.

[@MR-so1pf]

TraENT you hit the nail on the head. This song began as a jam session. Love this song. Most of the track evolved from a jam session the band had at the studio while they were bladdered(drunk). That's how the basic loop of bass and drums came out. Brian May then added lyrics and melody, the latter being surprisingly similar to "We Will Rock You" (compare "Buddy you're a boy make a big noise playing in the street" with "Take me to the room where the red's all red take me"). Queen has so many amazing under-rated songs. Hopefully, you'll discover them on your Queen journey. Try listening to Cool Cat, another fun and funky song. John Deacon's bass is amazing as usual and Freddie's falsetto is just sooooooo. Queen - Cool Cat (Official Lyric Video) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYXSdKiPm9B6f5Y

[@Henso618]

Gotcha

[@juanspeko]

@@Henso618 gotta check out Cool Cat..it's ol skool R&B at it's best!

[@josephinemonahan915]

John Deacon..the best bassist🤩

[@kathyabrahamson6899]

John Deacon ❤️, Roger Taylor ❤️, Brian May ❤️ and Freddie Mercury ❤️, the best band ever !! Talented geniuses 🥰❤️❤️

[@nyima04011]

Thanks! Great!!! They were known for rehearsing and doing sound checks together before each show. And then, when you're on tour for 26 shows in 6 weeks, ya gotta keep it alive - jamming!

[@montrelouisebohon-harris7023]

❤❤❤❤❤ this was my favorite album by them and the bass in this song is absolutely extraordinary! Thank you for sharing and nobody performs live like Queen!

[@cudaguy74]

There will never be another band at the same level as Queen live in their prime and I was lucky enough to see them 9 times. Plus numerous more with Paul and Adam. Best band ever

[@GilesMcRiker]

I've watched many reaction videos to Queen, including this song, but I must say that I was very impressed with your singular ability to not only appreciate the subtle elements of the song but also the overall flow and theme of the song, which is very much a "jam" as you correctly note (which also accounts for the throwaway lyrics).

[@andreklok6694]

Deacy at the TOP and yeah Brian on his selfmade red special will never be topped

[@janetschulman7649]

He’s 72 and still plays the guitar as well.

[@kidspack3taylor420]

John and Roger are amazing ❤️❤️

[@redarmysoja]

I'm so glad you did this song, it's an under appreciated gem of a performance and one of the funkiest songs ever! Love your reactions brother. You should do some more Queen from this same concert. One the best live performance of Under Pressure ever, Now I'm here, Sheer Heart attack will shock you, lol.

[@anitasmith6042]

Dragon Attack....YEESSS!!! This is such a slinky, sexy, sensual song visually and audibly!!! Love how you appreciate their expertise. As others have mentioned, this did come from a jam session (what I would give to have been there!!) and they do "mess- up" but you would never know if it wasn't pointed out because they own it!! The studio version is different with Deaky having a solo and of course it is "cleaner" and is definifely worth a listen. Keep 'em coming!! 🐉😁😁🤪🤪🎸🥁🎤

[@carleenwho]

Yasss! My favorite Brian May Guitar Riffs showcase. Also a gold mine of Deaky's talent!!!!

[@graceantonio3573]

JD is cool baby of Queen 😊

[@GinMae]

Also check out Brighton Rock for some awesome Brian guitar...

[@merqury5]

97,4% og casual Queen listeners have no concept of their level of musicianship. Ive been playing guitar 25 years on a pretty decent level and I still can touch Brian. But you can get the Brian sound with the guitar you have. The parts you are missing for the bridge is only a few dollars to fix. Buy 009 guitar strings.

[@DirectDemocrat]

I have played bass and drums for 43 years. but the timing and technique of Taylor and Deacon was Queens secret when they played live.

[@cherylspeares7003]

One of my top 3 favorite Queen songs, depends on the day

[@GinMae]

When I first saw them at the age of 16 - it was January 1977 - they did not do so much of this - that was at the release of "Day at the Races" -- they really got into the crowd interaction, I think, a little later.... :)

[@ullisfe1039]

Brilliant! Love this! ❤️❤️❤️🤴🏽🤴🏽🤴🏽

[@CBGB_1977]

You will LOVE the album track! Give that a listen. 🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@yeahyeahcharlie]

To really understand Brian’s playing, you should check out the guitar behind it: en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Special - the guitar aside, he’s one of the best players on the planet. His solo in this performance is what happens when an astrophysicist “plays the blues” on a guitar he built himself.

[@lizrutherford2656]

Deacy may look like a CPA, but he's one sick bassist. Take that line for a walk, baby.

[@perpetualcomedy7897]

Queen is life bro 👍

[@singlepringle7485]

Queen having a blues jam. Live, just jamming, no lyrics check out the song "Rock in Rio blues". I think you'll like it. Freddie's range is amazing!

[@Terri6868]

Love it! Try Tear it up, Now I’m here. 🎸Pure rock

[@Henso618]

Cool

[@uplaywithfire7564]

Dragon attack is a bad ass tune brother! Rock it loud!

[@barbarjinx3802]

1981 is peak Queen. High of their first#1 in the USA with AOBTD. They were all so tight here. Then the rough times begin after this tour when they start recording Hot Space. I think they are the first band to decline musically while gaining popularity in the 80s. Stones eventually did it but Queen was first

[@juttapopp1869]

Yes, but they still had Innnuendo up their sleeves. Best Album singe Queen2. Also, Queen in "decline"still outranks everybody else.

[@barbarjinx3802]

@@juttapopp1869 true. I also love the miracle. Their decline was more about health than quality of music. Second best band ever, after Los Beatles.

[@mikimike]

Great reaction Tra. This is one of my favorite performances. I only wish they would have played longer. Notice how Brian May switches back & forth from lead to rhythm guitar so smoothly.

[@marioimolina]

it's good that you appreciate Queen's musicianship. a lot of the others just concentrate on singing and words

[@lusmas99]

Check "Stone Cold Crazy" (official version). It is a "speed trip" that will leave you gasping for air.

[@juanspeko]

Before there was such a thing known as Funk metal..

[@carolcjh8938]

Love your reaction. You definitely enjoyed the music.

[@yeahyeahcharlie]

A great example of Brian’s “playing the blues”. He built that guitar when he was 15, and now has a Ph.D in astrophysics. So, it’s the blues according to an astrophysicist.

[@Dirtcowboy95]

Holy shit! They were fucking great! Note: Brian is awesome! Always killing with guitar!

[@jasminio-vv3ui]

yes finaly I've been waiting for montreal 😢💛

[@dwb345]

great video!

[@graceantonio3573]

QUEEN CHECKMATE oooohlala😀

[@kidspack3taylor420]

The shack he talks about in the song was a club the guys went to in Munich 😊❤️

[@anaparada7548]

Freddie taught me more about sex than all my health ed classes combined...

[@neilloughran4437]

You have to do "White Man" from Houston 1977 man!

[@patdonnelly9392]

Love!

[@deborahcornell171]

So glad you did this one! I love this live performance. But the way you notice things, you've GOT to listen to the studio version! It's so crisp & clear, and each band member is showcased beautifully. Here's the link for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaHQZmCJjdRnetE You'll notice all kinds of little details they added in. Would love to know what you think of it. I can't wait for August to get here. I'm going to get to see & hear Brian make that Red Special sing & Roger spin those drumsticks in person. They may be older now but they still sound great. I'm really looking forward to it.

[@Henso618]

That should be exciting!

[@carolcjh8938]

Roger said this song wore him out.

[@aldoz0453]

React to keep yourself Alive (live in Montreal 1981)

[@Brmcfnm]

Brian broke a string on this performance.

[@deniseleger2683]

❤️

[@dodiesdiary]

A blues Queen style.

[@louissinclair1693]

Please trea can you do liar live at the rainbow

[@sodapop83]

if you love guitars then listen to maggot brain if you haven't yet ^.^

[@marlahudgins7038]

You should react to QUEEN - DEATH ON TWO LEGS

[@bluedana11]

Great reaction... please check out Death on two legs 😉

[@nyima04011]

When you get that guitar fixed you'll find youtube videos by Brian and a fan named James Rundle teaching Queen songs. DO IT !!

[@GTXTi-db5xu]

james rundle is the best, learned a lot from him

[@cityfan9245]

If u like blues and guitar. Listen to stevie ray vaughan.

[@simontyne3032]

Studio version is much better.

[@richardscales9560]

Tbh you aren t missing much with the lyrics on this one.

[@desertrat4453]

If you love the guitar you have to react to Stevie Ray Vaughn, Little Wing or Texas Flood, live at El Macambo or Voodoo Chile, live at One Night in Texas.

[@dianecourtney2724]

Too much “stuff” on your screen…… can barely see Freddie 🤨

[@VincitOmniaVeritas.]

Why not stop the video after every lyric.......? Might as go all hog with annoyance 🙄