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Queen's Brian May Calls Singing Competition Shows a 'Stupid, Stupid Idea'

Jeff Giles — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:43:55 +0000

Singing competition shows have been popular for decades, and they’ve proliferated all over the TV dial since ‘American Idol‘ debuted over a decade ago. But don’t expect to find one playing on Brian May‘s set anytime soon. The Queen guitarist is particularly disdainful of NBC’s hit series ‘The Voice,’ as he explained in a recent [...]

'Grand Theft Auto 5′ Trailer – What's the Song?

Dave Swanson — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:36:07 +0000

Rockstar Games have released a trailer for Grand Theft Auto 5. The trailer for the game actually plays out like a trailer from some television drama. Game characters Michael, Franklin and Trevor are featured in a few different spots for the game. The background music for the ‘Trevor’ segment features Waylon Jennings‘ ‘Are You Sure [...]

Queen Releasing Expanded 'Live at the Bowl'

Jeff Giles — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:11:47 +0000

There really isn’t much in the way of unreleased material in the Queen archives at this point, but fans hoping for an expanded edition of the band’s ‘Live at the Bowl’ album and concert film are in for a treat. Eagle Rock has announced the impending release of a reissued ‘Queen on Fire – Live [...]

21 Years Ago: Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert Dazzles London

Eduardo Rivadavia — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 12:57:44 +0000

The death of Queen singer Freddie Mercury due to AIDS-related complications on Nov. 24, 1991, left his legions of fans and fellow members of rock’s ruling aristocracy thoroughly shell-shocked. But over the ensuing months, the surviving members of Queen put all of their considerable resources towards organizing a massive concert at London’s Wembley Arena that [...]

Queen's 'You're My Best Friend' Covered by the Melvins

Matthew Wilkening — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:33:04 +0000

The first classic rock song from the Melvins' upcoming cover album has arrived in the form of their take on 'You're My Best Friend' by Queen. 'Everybody Loves Sausages,' due April 30th, also finds the band tackling the Kinks and David Bowie, among others.

Sonos Playbar Commercial – What's the Song?

Dave Swanson — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:50:51 +0000

A commercial for the new Sonos Playbar features not only a very familiar tune, but a familiar film scene as well. It shouldn't take the average rock fan too long to note that Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' is blasting out as the soundtrack, but for your eyes, they have included the famous scene from the 1992 movie 'Wayne's World' where the carload of misfits are bopping along to the Queen classic.

Recently Discovered Freddie Mercury Cemetery Marker Missing

Billy Dukes — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 22:02:37 +0000

A plaque that until this year few knew existed has gone missing. The marker is believed to represent the the final resting place of Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury, who died in 1991. For over 20 years no one knew where Mercury's ashes were scattered, and now the plaque believed to represent just that spot has seemingly blown away in the wind.

Queen's Brian May, Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi Working on 'Riffs' Album

Billy Dukes — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:51:54 +0000

Few bands would turn down having Tony Iommi backing them up, and soon more bands will get the chance. The Black Sabbath guitarist has a treasure trove of riffs laying around, unused, in his studio. Queen's Brian May has inspired Iommi to put them to good use.

Queen, Kinks, David Bowie Covered on New Melvins Album

Matthew Wilkening — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 14:48:56 +0000

The Melvins -- one of rock's most creative, unique and prolific bands -- will include covers of songs from Queen, the Kinks, and David Bowie on their upcoming album, 'Everybody Loves Sausages.'

Queen Releasing 'Live at Wembley Stadium' 25th Anniversary DVD

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:49:23 +0000

The legendary British rock group Queen will release ‘Live at Wembley Stadium’ in a 25th anniversary DVD edition on March 12, 2013 via Eagle Rock. The 2-disc set captures the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers live at a pair of concerts in July of 1986 — two triumphant performances that would sadly prove to [...]

Freddie Mercury's Rolls-Royce Sold at Auction

Jeff Giles — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:28:57 +0000

Queen's Freddie Mercury may have enjoyed singing about riding his bicycle, but like any rock star worth his salt, he had plenty of gasoline-powered wheels too -- and thanks to a recent auction, one of his nicest cars now has a new owner.

Adam Lambert Admits Fears Over Fronting Queen

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 17:05:38 +0000

Former 'American Idol' contestant Adam Lambert might come across like a strutting, seasoned performer onstage, but in a new interview he admits that even with all of his bravado, he was nervous when he was approached to perform in Freddie Mercury's place with the legendary British rock group Queen.

Queen's Brian May Rumored as New Host of BBC Astronomy Show

Jeff Giles — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:48:31 +0000

The death of beloved British television personality Sir Patrick Moore has left his long-running astronomy series, 'The Sky at Night,' searching for a new host -- and Queen guitarist Brian May is reportedly in the running for the gig.

Brian May Reveals Plans for Career Encompassing Queen eBook

Chad Childers — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:33:24 +0000

Queen have enjoyed one of the more prolific and entertaining careers in music and fairly soon fans will be able to enjoy a new multi-touch electronic edition of the band’s ’40 Years of Queen’ book that provides fans extra media components. Guitarist Brian May recently showed off the eBook during a London media session, explaining, [...]

Queen Extravaganza 2013 North American Tour + Quebec Residency Announced

Chad Childers — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:26:56 +0000

Queen's Roger Taylor has seen his musical vision come to life and next year North American audiences will get more of the Queen Extravaganza. Dates have been revealed for 2013, with touring set to launch Jan. 11 in Tarrytown, N.Y. and continuing through the end of the band's Quebec City residency on Sept. 1.

35 Years Ago: Queen Releases 'News of the World'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 15:30:57 +0000

Queen‘s 1977 album ‘News of the World’ heralded a radical shift in direction for the group, and launched two of the most important songs of their career. By the time the group went into the studio to record ‘News of the World,’ they had already developed a signature sound that encompassed hard rock, pop, classical [...]

The Who, Elton John, Queen and More Rumored for Olympic Closing Ceremony

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 18:30:26 +0000

While the Olympians fight it out to win their gold, silver and bronze, the entertainment world is placing bets on what world famous artists might be featured in the closing ceremony on Sunday (Aug. 12). Music director David Arnold told the London Telegraph that it “should be the greatest after-party in the world. The opening [...]

Queen Keyboardist Hints at 'Big Tour' in 2013

Billy Dukes — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 18:30:42 +0000

During a promotional video for Korg keyboards, Queen keyboardist Spike Edney may have revealed more than he intended. Now speculation is running wild that the band will tour the world with Adam Lambert as their singer in 2013.

Queen Reveal 'Greatest Video Hits' Box Set Due in August

Billy Dukes — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 21:00:45 +0000

This summer Queen will re-package their two greatest video hits releases into one box set. The two-disc package called ‘Greatest Video Hits’ will be available on Aug. 28, featuring 33 promo videos from the ’70s and ’80s, as well as new commentary from Brian May and Roger Taylor.

Queen, Beatles + John Lennon Lead U.K. Survey to Determine 'Favorite No. 1 Single'

Chad Childers — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 19:00:39 +0000

Rock history has provided us with many great songs, but which is the best? That’s what the folks at the U.K. Official Charts Company are determined to find out. They’ve launched a new poll in which fans are asked to vote for their ‘Favorite U.K. No. 1 Single.’ To help matters out, they’ve narrowed down [...]