On this day April 13, 1988, The Cross released their debut album Shove It. The band was founded by Queen drummer Roger Taylor, who formed the group during a break from Queen’s touring schedule and brought his own blend of rock, funk, and electronic influences to the project.
Shove It reached number 58 on the UK Albums Chart and featured Taylor not only on drums but also taking the lead on vocals and songwriting. The album had a distinct sound compared to Queen’s style, with a heavier focus on dance grooves and 80s synth production, along with touches of rock and pop. Though the album didn’t break into the mainstream, it gave Taylor room to experiment and build a band of his own. The Cross would go on to release more music through the late 80s and early 90s, building a loyal fanbase across Europe.
Fun fact: Freddie Mercury provided backing vocals on the title track Shove It, giving the album a small but cool Queen connection.
Trivia question: What 1988 debut album by The Cross featured Queen’s Roger Taylor on lead vocals and reached number 58 on the UK charts?
Shove It reached number 58 on the UK Albums Chart and featured Taylor not only on drums but also taking the lead on vocals and songwriting. The album had a distinct sound compared to Queen’s style, with a heavier focus on dance grooves and 80s synth production, along with touches of rock and pop. Though the album didn’t break into the mainstream, it gave Taylor room to experiment and build a band of his own. The Cross would go on to release more music through the late 80s and early 90s, building a loyal fanbase across Europe.
Fun fact: Freddie Mercury provided backing vocals on the title track Shove It, giving the album a small but cool Queen connection.
Trivia question: What 1988 debut album by The Cross featured Queen’s Roger Taylor on lead vocals and reached number 58 on the UK charts?
