Jazz was released in 1978 as Queen’s seventh studio album. It followed News of the World and continued the band’s habit of combining hard rock with pop, vaudeville, funk, and theatrical songwriting.
The album was released on 10 November 1978. Its songs include “Mustapha,” “Bicycle Race,” “Fat Bottomed Girls,” “Jealousy,” and “Don’t Stop Me Now.” The range of styles is one reason the album remains distinctive within Queen’s catalogue.
Roy Thomas Baker produced Jazz, while Queen’s core lineup performed the music. The album’s title can mislead listeners because the record is not a conventional jazz release; it was chosen as part of Queen’s characteristically broad and playful presentation.
Jazz reached number two on the UK Albums Chart and entered the US Billboard 200. Several of its tracks became staples of Queen compilations and live performances.