Episode 1522
Roger Taylor: The Beat of Queen, The Voice of The Cross, and the Outsider
pplpod · pplpod
January 6, 202630m 43s
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Show Notes
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the life and career of Roger Taylor, best known as the powerhouse drummer and backing vocalist for the legendary rock band Queen. We explore his journey from a dentistry student in London to a rock icon inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame,.
Join us as we discuss:
- The Hitmaker: Taylor’s pivotal songwriting contributions to Queen, including major hits like "Radio Ga Ga," "A Kind of Magic," and the chart-topping "These Are the Days of Our Lives".
- Beyond the Drums: His evolution into a frontman and rhythm guitarist for the band The Cross, and his prolific solo career spanning from 1981’s Fun in Space to his 2021 album Outsider,,.
- Musical Origins: His early days in Truro, his time in the band Smile with Brian May, and his primary influences, including Mitch Mitchell and John Bonham,,.
- Legacy & Recent Work: His ongoing tours with Queen + Adam Lambert, his 2020 OBE appointment, and his recent orchestral performance of "Bohemian Rhapsody" in 2025,,.
Tune in to learn how a biology graduate became one of the most influential drummers in rock history,.