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21 Years Ago: Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert Dazzles London

Eduardo Rivadavia — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:30:44 +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 [...]

Recently Discovered Freddie Mercury Cemetery Marker Missing

Billy Dukes — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 04:01:37 +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.

Freddie Mercury's Rolls-Royce Sold at Auction

Jeff Giles — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 05:01:57 +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.

Brian May Reveals Plans for Career Encompassing Queen eBook

Chad Childers — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 18:39:03 +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's Brian May Rumored as New Host of BBC Astronomy Show

Jeff Giles — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 18:12:31 +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.

Queen's Brian May Says Freddie Mercury Biopic Is 'On Course'

Dave Lifton — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 04:01:06 +0000

Few rockers have lived a life as deserving of a biopic as Queen's Freddie Mercury. Apparently, people in Hollywood agree, because last week, on October 10, guitarist Brian May spilled the news that such a film is in the works.

Freddie Mercury Photo Book 'The Great Pretender: A Life In Pictures' Coming In September

Chad Childers — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 13:30:24 +0000

Late Queen frontman Freddie Mercury is as popular as ever, and the vocalist is getting yet another salute this year. Along with the upcoming documentary release, The Great Pretender, which chronicles his life and times, there’s also a new book in the works titled The Great Pretender: A Life in Pictures.

Queen Rock Kiev With Adam Lambert

Chad Childers — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:00:35 +0000

Queen are back in the saddle. The band, which first dealt with the loss of Freddie Mercury first by teaming with Paul Rodgers, returned to the stage Saturday (June 30) in Kiev as part of the ANTIAIDS benefit with Adam Lambert in the fold.

Roger Taylor Talks About the Freddie Mercury Hologram and the Queen Extravaganza

Dave Lifton — Mon, 28 May 2012 23:38:41 +0000

Drummer Roger Taylor put to rest the rumors that Queen, with Freddie Mercury appearing via hologram, would be appearing at the Opening Ceremonies of the Olympics, which are taking place in London this summer. In a recent interview, Taylor said the idea was brought up, but ultimately rejected.

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5 Songs We Want to See Freddie Mercury and Queen Resurrect

Joe Russo — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:09:52 +0000

Brian May claims that Queen had plans to bring back Freddie Mercury long before Tupac Shakur became a hologram and viral sensation at Coachella. Tonight it will happen at the 10th anniversary of the musical “We Will Rock You.” “People will come out saying, ‘Did we actually see Freddie?’” May told the BBC. The effect [...]

Freddie Mercury Biopic Still Scheduled to Star Sacha Baron Cohen

Billy Dukes — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:14:25 +0000

Film producer Graham King says he’s still planning on filming a biopic about Queen frontman Freddie Mercury in 2012, and Sacha Baron Cohen is still planning on playing the lead role. It’d be a rare serious role for Cohen, best known for starring in films like ‘Borat (2006)’ and ‘Bruno (2009).’

Queen Planning Release of Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson Recordings

Billy Dukes — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:59:07 +0000

Queen‘s Brian May and Roger Taylor have revealed they’re in possession of recordings of late vocalist Freddie Mercury singing with Michael Jackson. British newspaper The Sun reports that the public may finally get a chance to hear the two men harmonize.

Freddie Mercury's Birthday Honored With Google Doodle [VIDEO]

Andrea Rosen — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 14:51:09 +0000

To commemorate what would have been Queen singer Freddie Mercury’s 65th birthday this weekend, Google published a Mercury-ized doodle on their homepage, along with an accompanying animated video. The clip imagines the late star (who passed away in 1991 due to AIDS complications), cavorting through a heavenscape packed with 8-bit objects and some of his most iconic outfits.