“I remember David reaching over to John and saying, ‘No, don’t do it like that’, and John going, ‘Excuse me? I’m the bass player, right? This is how I do it!’”: The tense night David Bowie and Queen spontaneously came up with a classic

Bowie and Queen.

It’s not always nailed-on that when the world's biggest artists come together, greatness ensues. But in the annals of the truly legendary collaborations, there’s one shining example of how two titans can effectively blend their respective qualities in the making of an enduring classic. Under Pressure - the 1981 David Bowie and Queen monster hit - was a clear feat of songwriting, instrumental and vocal prowess.

But in truth, the creation of the chart-topping song, led by its instantly recognisable bassline, wasn’t something that neither party anticipated would happen when they began a relaxed hang-out on one September night in 1981.