Adam Lambert says it is “impossible” to replace Freddie Mercury in Queen
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Adam Lambert says it is “impossible” to replace Freddie Mercury in Queen

Queen frontman Adam Lambert has spoken about the task of stepping into Freddie Mercury’s shoes and said he’s “impossible” to replace. Lambert was speaking at the O2 Silver Clef Awards in the JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel in London and discussed his role within the legendary rock group. The singer rose to fame when he…

The one member of Queen that intimidated Freddie Mercury
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The one member of Queen that intimidated Freddie Mercury

Whenever Queen took to the stage, all eyes were inevitably fixated on Freddie Mercury. Unlike other frontmen of his time who either remained stationary or danced their way through the set, Mercury had a unique ability to captivate the audience from start to finish. He skillfully wielded the crowd like an additional instrument, seamlessly incorporating…

Freddie Mercury returns in release of stripped-back version of ‘Time’

Freddie Mercury returns in release of stripped-back version of ‘Time’

A stripped-back version of Freddie Mercury performing the song “Time” is released on Thursday, the result of a long search for the 1986 recording made at London’s Abbey Road Studios. Accompanied by just a piano, the late Queen frontman sings a simpler version of the track he recorded as a solo artist with British musician,…

Freddie Mercury’s iconic piano and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ manuscript fetch over £3 mn at Sotheby’s Auction

Freddie Mercury’s iconic piano and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ manuscript fetch over £3 mn at Sotheby’s Auction

In a remarkable evening at London’s Sotheby’s auction house, fans and collectors gathered as the piano once played by the legendary Queen frontman Freddie Mercury, the very instrument that gave birth to his greatest hits, along with the original manuscript of the iconic “Bohemian Rhapsody,” found new homes, collectively selling for a staggering sum of…

The Beatles: 55 years ago they tried to return, without success, to their roots

The Beatles: 55 years ago they tried to return, without success, to their roots

IVE FUTURO.CL NEWS The Beatles: 55 years ago they tried to return, without success, to their roots On January 2, 1969, rehearsals began for what would be a live album that would be called “Get Back”. History wanted something else. By Hector Muñoz | Jan 02, 2024. 10:40 hrs The Beatles were in free fall…

The Beatles Hit A Special Milestone With One Of Their Biggest Albums–Again

The Beatles Hit A Special Milestone With One Of Their Biggest Albums–Again

The Beatles have never found it difficult to sell albums in the U.K. In fact, they’re perhaps the most successful musical act of all time in that nation when looking at sales. Even in the streaming era, the group still manages to consistently move huge numbers of full-lengths. This week, one of the most popular…

Freddie Mercury and John Deacon Queen hidden gem set to be released in special format
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Freddie Mercury and John Deacon Queen hidden gem set to be released in special format

Freddie Mercury and John Deacon’s Queen classic track is set to be released in a special format for the first time, alongside a previously unheard version. It’s been over four decades since Queen released their experimental and funky Hot Space album. And now one of its hidden gem B-sides is due to be launched as…

“I still don’t find it easy! It’s one of the most unnatural riffs to play you could possibly imagine”: Brian May finds Bohemian Rhapsody difficult to perform – and he points the blame at “riffmeister” Freddie Mercury

“I still don’t find it easy! It’s one of the most unnatural riffs to play you could possibly imagine”: Brian May finds Bohemian Rhapsody difficult to perform – and he points the blame at “riffmeister” Freddie Mercury

The Queen guitarist has called it “the most unnatural riff to play” and says even now he has to battle with adrenaline when he plays it live Nearly half a decade on from its initial release Bohemian Rhapsody remains one of the ultimate examples of an irresistibly head-banging electric guitar riff – not to mention…

How Kurt Russell made his film debut by kicking Elvis Presley, and later played the King himself

How Kurt Russell made his film debut by kicking Elvis Presley, and later played the King himself

Kurt Russell’s journey in Hollywood is a remarkable tale of talent, perseverance, and a touch of serendipity. One of the most intriguing chapters in his career involves his association with the legendary Elvis Presley, a connection that not only marked his film debut but also led him to portray the iconic musician in a biopic…