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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.

New Version of Queen's 'We Will Rock You' Recorded for NFL 2012/2013 Season

Dave Lifton — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 21:00:19 +0000

Football may be a distinctly American sport, but it’s about to get a bit of a classic British feel. A mash-up that incorporates Queen‘s ‘We Will Rock You’ will be used as part of CBS’ coverage of the NFL. The new track is a combination of the legendary Queen hit and composer Helmut VonLichten’s (a.k.a. [...]

Led Zeppelin, Queen, Deep Purple Stars Join Forces for 'Sunflower Jam' Benefit Show

Chad Childers — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:19:18 +0000

Start making travel plans for Sept. 16, as London’s Royal Albert Hall will play host to the 2012 edition of the Sunflower Jam. The event is a night filled with music performances that will be hosted by actor Jeremy Irons. Iron Maiden‘s Bruce Dickinson, Deep Purple drummer Ian Paice, and Queen‘s Brian May will [...]

Queen Keyboardist Hints at 'Big Tour' in 2013

Billy Dukes — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 21:44:42 +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's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' Voted Top U.K. Chart-Topping Single of All-Time

Chad Childers — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 21:54:31 +0000

ITV recently ramped up to their 60th anniversary with a poll to determine which U.K. No. 1 single was deemed the best of all-time. Recently the list was narrowed to ten finalists, and Queen can now say they’ve come out on top.

Queen 'We Will Rock You' Musical Announces 10th Anniversary Arena Tour

Dave Swanson — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 13:37:44 +0000

Following the success of the 2010 and 2011 UK theater tours, ‘We Will Rock You,’ the Queen and Ben Elton musical, has announced that the show will embark on its first world arena tour to mark it’s tenth anniversary in 2013. Armed with a couple dozen of Queen’s biggest hits, this stage production attempts to [...]

Queen Rock Kiev With Adam Lambert

Chad Childers — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 16:00:35 +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.

'Journey' And 'Queen' Making Television Commercials [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 01 May 2012 22:11:52 +0000

Watch some serious television these days, and you just may hear a sound byte, of a sound track, that sounds something like your favorite Classic Rock artist. Obviously, there is still respect for the “big guns” of musical genius beyond the graveyard of doubters. For example, State Farm insurance launched a February campaign with Journey’s smasher “Any Way You [...]

Queen Set to Take Over 'American Idol'

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:43:48 +0000

All hail the Queen! Founding Queen members guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor will be making their return to the ‘American Idol’ stage on next week’s episode (April 25). The two will perform with the six remaining finalists. Coincidentally, that will not include resident “rocker” Colton Dixon who was unceremoniously ousted from the show last evening, surprising everyone.

Drunk Guy Belts Out Bohemian Rhapsody In The Back Of A Cop Car [VIDEO]

Andree Valentine — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 18:18:43 +0000

If you haven't seen this video yet, you need to watch it - it's pretty hilarious!

Robert Wilkinson, a Canadian, got arrested for intoxication and didn't agree with the charges back in November 2011. After pleading his case to the RCMP officer driving the vehicle, and slurring his words a little, he decides that belting out his emotions through the music of Queen is the best thing to do in his situation.

The Rock Sings Queen's 'We Will Rock You' on 'Raw'

Matthew Wilkening — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:20:13 +0000

Box office champ and professional wrestling legend Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson sang a rewritten version of Queen‘s ‘We Will Rock You’ last night on the WWE’s ‘Raw’ television program. The Rock, who over the past year or so has been making a part-time comeback to the squared circle in between starring in hit movies such [...]

One Man 'Bohemian Rhapsody' Will Blow Your Mind [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:55:26 +0000

Whatever your opinion of British rockers Queen, there’s no denying that their signature song ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ which consists of six different sections and hundreds of overdubs, is amazingly complex. That makes this cover of the song, which was done entirely by one man, all the more astounding. Musician Richie Castellano sings all vocals, plays all [...]

Queen Drummer Roger Taylor Says There Will Be No New Album

Matt Wardlaw — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:36:33 +0000

Queen drummer Roger Taylor has officially debunked recent reports regarding plans for a new album from the band that would feature Freddie Mercury’s vocals taken from demo recordings.

Queen Documentary Out on DVD in January [VIDEO]

Chris Cobb — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:27:42 +0000

Queen: Days of Our Lives, a BBC documentary about the legendary band's history that premiered earlier this year on UK television, will be released in the United States on DVD and Blu-ray on January 10. The film, which was produced in celebration of the British rockers' 40th anniversary, is split into two hour-long parts -- the first focusing on 1970 to 1980, and the second covering 1980 to the present.

Queen Planning Release of Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson Recordings

Billy Dukes — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:59:07 +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.

Queen 'Keep Yourself Alive' Portuguese Single Sells For $1,540

Karen Laney — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:09:55 +0000

An original Portuguese Queen ‘Keep Yourself Alive’ vinyl single sold for big money during an Ebay auction on Oct. 31. This mega-rare 45 with picture sleeve was rated in excellent condition and after 11 bids, closed out at the hefty price of $1540.00.

Queen's Brian May Contacts Lady Gaga About Fronting the Band

Chris M. Junior — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:15:22 +0000

Queen is looking to fill the void left by the late Freddie Mercury, and Lady Gaga is being considered for it. Guitarist Brian May previously reached out to Bad Company leader Paul Rodgers, but now it looks as though the pop diva is at the top of the list.

Scientists Say "We Are the Champions" is the World's Catchiest Song [VIDEO]

Chris Cobb — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:42:12 +0000

A scientific study conducted by two British academics has determined that Queen's "We Are the Champions" is the catchiest song ever. Musicologist Dr. Alisun Pawley and music psychologist Dr. Daniel Müllensiefen observed thousands of people as they sang along to hundreds of tunes and came up with a list of four key elements certain songs possess that make listeners want to join in.

Queen Contest Asks Fans to Create New Clip For "Sheer Heart Attack" [AUDIO]

Chris Cobb — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 21:41:47 +0000

Queen has launched a contest seeking filmmakers and videographers to help celebrate the 40th anniversary of their 1977 tune “Sheer Heart Attack” by creating a new video for the song. The chosen clip will posted on Queen Online, as well as the band’s official social networking websites. The winning video maker also will receive $1,500 [...]