Queen Live Magic is a live album released by the British rock band Queen in 1986. The album was recorded during their Magic Tour, which took place from July 1986 to August 1986. It features recordings from several concerts on the tour, including their performance at Wembley Stadium in London. The album includes some of Queen's most popular songs, such as "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Will Rock You," and "We Are the Champions." It also includes lesser-known tracks like "One Vision" and "A Kind of Magic." One of the highlights of the album is the band's performance of "Love of My Life," which features guitarist Brian May playing the song on a 12-string acoustic guitar accompanied by the audience singing along.
" One of the highlights of the album is the band's performance of "Love of My Life," which features guitarist Brian May playing the song on a 12-string acoustic guitar accompanied by the audience singing along. Queen Live Magic captures the energy and excitement of Queen's live performances. The band is known for their electrifying stage presence and showmanship, and this album showcases that perfectly.
Disneyland's New Magic Key Annual Passes Going on Sale
August 24, 2021, 5:53 PM · Disneyland's new Magic Key passes go on sale Wednesday morning, no earlier than 10am Pacific time. Here is what you need to know if you are thinking about getting one of these new Disneyland Resort annual passes.
Magic Key passes differ from most of Disneyland's old annual passes in that they require you to make an advance reservation to visit the parks. Guests have had to make reservations to visit using regular tickets ever since Disneyland reopened in April, and the Magic Key program extends that requirement to passholders, as well. Magic Key is offered in four tiers, with more expensive tiers allowing you to make and hold more advance reservations at a time.
Disneyland will not sell out its Magic Key passes tomorrow, so there should be no rush to get one. However, there might be a rush to use them, which likely will result in people swamping Disneyland's online ordering system tomorrow.
Even though there is no limit on the number of Magic Key passes Disneyland could sell, there will be limits on the number of reservations that Magic Key holders may make for each date of park operations, so people who buy ASAP will get the widest choice of available dates. Magic Key reservations may be made up to 90 days in advance, so if you really, really want to make 100% sure you can visit with your Magic Key on some specific date before November 23, get your pass as soon as you can.
Or, you can just go ahead and buy a regular ticket for the first date you want to visit, then upgrade that ticket to a Magic Key when you are there. The ticket price will be applied to the price of your Magic Key pass. California resident discount tickets may not be upgraded, however.
People who buy a Magic Key within the first 66 days (for Disneyland's 66 years) will get some swag, though, including a limited-edition Magic Key pin, button, and magnet (coming to car bumpers throughout southern California soon!)
Magic Key passes must be purchased online and will not be available at Disneyland Resort ticket booths. You can purchase via Disneyland's website or through the official Disneyland app, which is the preferred way to upgrade while in the parks.
Here are the four tiers of Disneyland's new Magic Key pass:
Imagine Key - $399: Hold up to two reservations at once. Discounts: 10% off select merchandise, food and beverage. Available 147 weekdays. This one is available only to southern California residents.
Enchant Key - $649: Hold up to four reservations. Discounts: 10% off select merchandise, food and beverage. Available 218 days.
Believe Key - $949: Hold up to six reservations. Discounts: 10% off select merchandise, food and beverage, plus 50% off parking. Available 317 days.
Dream Key - $1,399: Hold up to six reservations at once. Discounts: 20% off select merchandise and 15% off select food and beverage. Free parking. Available all days of the year.
Monthly payment plans will be available to California residents for all tiers, after a $179 down payment. That makes the monthly payments $19, $40, $65, and $102 respectively.
You can cancel a reservation without penalty up until the night before, however, if a Key holder "no shows" three times in a 90-day period, their ability to make new reservations will be suspended for 30 days. You can read more about using the new Magic Key system on our How to Get the Most from Disneyland's Magic Key Pass page.
And if you are a sucker for Disneyland trivia, you can read more about Disneyland's original Magic Key ticket in this Theme Park Wayback Machine post.
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The album received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Some praised the band's performance and the quality of the recordings, while others felt that it fell short of capturing the true essence of a Queen concert. Despite the mixed reviews, Queen Live Magic was a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in several countries, including the United Kingdom and the United States. It was certified gold in the UK and platinum in the US. Overall, Queen Live Magic is a must-have for any Queen fan. It showcases the band at the height of their live performance prowess and captures the magic and energy that made Queen one of the greatest rock bands of all time..
Reviews for "Queen Live: A Spectacle of Sound and Magic"
- Jake - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Queen Live Magic". I am a big fan of Queen and was expecting a lot from this live album. However, the sound quality was poor and it felt like the band was not at their best during the performance. The energy and charisma that Freddie Mercury and the band are known for were lacking. Overall, I found it to be a mediocre live album that didn't capture the essence of Queen's live performances.
- Sarah - 1/5 stars - "Queen Live Magic" was a major letdown for me. The vocals were off-key and it felt like the band was out of sync throughout the entire album. It didn't sound like a cohesive live performance at all. I was really looking forward to experiencing the magic of Queen's live shows, but this album failed to deliver. I would not recommend it to any Queen fan or anyone looking for a good live album.
- Alex - 2.5/5 stars - As a huge Queen fan, I had high expectations for "Queen Live Magic", but unfortunately, it fell short for me. While it was great to hear some of their iconic songs performed live, the overall production quality was lacking. The mix sounded muffled at times, and it was difficult to hear Freddie Mercury's vocals clearly. Additionally, the crowd noise seemed too low, which took away the excitement and energy of a live performance. I was left feeling somewhat disappointed and underwhelmed by this album.
- Emily - 2/5 stars - I was not impressed with "Queen Live Magic". The audio quality was inconsistent, and there were moments where it felt like the band was not in sync. Freddie Mercury's vocals, which are usually powerful and captivating, sounded strained in some parts. Overall, it didn't live up to my expectations of a Queen live album. I would recommend checking out their other live recordings instead.