Brian May: Last News

In September, Queen's legendary guitarist Brian May was taken to hospital after a 'health hiccup' that turned out to be a 'minor stroke'. The 77-year-old rock icon found himself temporarily unable to use his left arm and shared with his fans that the situation was 'a little scary'.

Eurovision hopefuls Remember Monday have spoken to NME about competing in this year’s song contest in Basel – and revealed that Queen‘s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ was a major influence on their “chaotic” power-pop song ‘What the Hell Just Happened?’The country-pop trio – Lauren Byrne, Holly-Anne Hull and Charlotte Steele – are the first girl-group to represent the UK since Precious finished 12th in 1999. Since then, the UK has only cracked the Top 10 on three occasions, most recently when Sam Ryder came second three years ago.But in 2023, Mae Muller finished 25th out of 26 in the grand final – then Olly Alexander endured similar disappointment a year later when he finished 18th after scoring “nul points” in the public vote.

Brian May has explained why Queen refused to let a “gangster rapper” sample one of their tracks.According to Radio X, in an interview with MOJO May said a rap artist wanted to use one of the band’s tracks as a sample in their music, but it didn’t align with Queen’s beliefs. While May didn’t reveal who the musician was, he did give their reasoning for rejecting the sample request.“We have stopped them being used to promote violence or abuse, during the heyday of gangster rap when someone wanted to sample it in a song, we thought was abusive to women,” he said.

Russell T. Davies was taken completely by surprise when he found out that Anita Dobson returned to Albert Square last February, and now he wishes he'd exploited their connection more strategically.The iconic EastEnders actress is returning to our screens in the upcoming season of Doctor Who, which kicks off on BBC One from Saturday, 12 April, bringing the mysterious Mrs Flood to life once again.

Brian May has recalled the time Queen shut down one of Freddie Mercury‘s suggestions, saying that “it wasn’t one of his world-shattering ideas”.The legendary guitarist looked back on working with the late frontman during a recent interview with MOJO.“Deep down Freddie was one of the shyest people I’ve ever met, but he was so full of bluster you’d forget,” May told the magazine. “Freddie would always be excited, and his excitement would take over… He’d be so full of excitement he could hardly speak.”The musician went on to say that “Freddie’s ideas were off the wall and cheeky and different – and we tended to encourage them”.

Brian May has commented on whether new music might be coming from Queen – almost 30 years on from their last album.The legendary band posthumously released their 15th and final studio record, ‘Made In Heaven’, in 1995 following the death of frontman Freddie Mercury in 1991.In 2004, Queen began performing with Paul Rodgers as their lead vocalist before Adam Lambert took on the role in 2011. The latter recently played with the group on their huge ‘Rhapsody Tour’, which concluded in Tokyo in 2024.Queen shared a rediscovered track featuring Mercury’s vocals, ‘Face It Alone’, in October 2022.Now, in a new interview with MOJO, May revealed that the door isn’t entirely closed on new Queen music, telling the magazine: “I think it could happen.”He went on to say: “Both Roger [Taylor] and I are constantly writing and coming up with ideas and doing things in our studios. I could have the beginnings of a Queen song right there in front of me now.

Celine Dion has warned fans against “fake” AI-generated songs circulating online.In a statement posted on Instagram yesterday (March 7), representatives for the ‘It’s All Coming Back To Me Now’ singer wrote: “It has come to our attention that unsanctioned, AI-generated music purporting to contain Celine Dion’s musical performances, and name and likeness, is currently circulating online and across various Digital Service Providers.”It continued: “Please be advised that these recordings are fake and not approved, and are not songs from her official discography.”Though they didn’t name any particular songs, an AI-generated cover of Dion singing the gospel song ‘Heal Me Lord’ was recently uploaded to YouTube and has amassed over one million views.A post shared by Céline Dion (@celinedion)Dion has joined a multitude of musicians who have been coming out against AI in the past year.

Kid Kapichi, who were chosen as they are “a natural fit when choosing an artist that embodies the punk rock lifestyle in 2025 and to showcase the capsule collection”.Kid Kapichi, along with Blue Stragglers, were in attendance at the Gibson Garage on Eastcastle Street earlier this week to launch the new range, and each delivered performances at the store.“It’s a pleasure to be working closely with two iconic brands. As time has gone on, we’ve naturally fallen more into the laps of Gibson guitars as I think their sound is unrivalled for the music we create,” said Kid Kapichi.

Boyband Five are reuniting with their original line-up for the first time in 25 years.The group, consisting of Abz Love, J Brown, Ritchie Neville, Scott Robinson, and Sean Conlon, have been performing as a quartet or trio since their split in 2001 but haven't been together as a five-piece until now.They're kicking off their 12-date Keep On Movin' tour at the Brighton Centre on Friday, October 31, and wrapping up at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Sunday, November 16.The tour will also see them hitting major venues like London's O2 Arena, Cardiff's Utilita Arena, and Manchester's AO Arena. Scott Robinson expressed his excitement about the reunion: "This has been a long time coming and it really does feel right for all of us now 25 years on and we're so ready for it." He added: "Reconnecting as a five over the last year has been special and I know I speak for all the boys when I say we can't wait to do this all over again.

Queen‘s Brian May has put forth his opinion in the ongoing discourse around AI in music.On Tuesday (February 25), over 1,000 artists including Damon Albarn, Kate Bush and Annie Lennox released a silent album in protest of planned changes to copyright AI laws planned by the UK government.The effort comes as the UK government is planning to make changes to copyright laws – making it easier for artificial intelligence platforms to develop and train their models using copyrighted work, without needing a license.They would be allowed to use material online without respecting copyright if doing so for “text or data mining”. This would be allowed unless the rights holders chose to “opt-out”.May is the latest to join the protest – specifically, as part of a campaign by Daily Mail, as their latest report on it features the guitarist sharing his opinion on the matter.“My fear is that it’s already too late – this theft has already been performed and is unstoppable, like so many incursions that the monstrously arrogant billionaire owners of Al and social media are making into our lives.

This week, Angie Watts made a sensational return to EastEnders, 25 years after her character was tragically killed off. Anita Dobson, 75, originally took on the role of Angie in 1985, acting opposite Leslie Grantham as her on-screen husband 'Dirty' Den Watts, and they quickly became the iconic landlord and landlady duo of the Queen Vic. However, Anita wasn't the first actress to play Angie - she actually replaced Jean Fennell, who had started filming but felt she didn't quite "gel" with the role.

Queen‘s Brian May has teamed up with Gibson to launch a brand-new limited edition 12-string acoustic guitar.The Brian May SJ-200 12-String acoustic guitar from Gibson Custom was made in close collaboration with the iconic guitar player and rock icon. Created with significant design input from May, only 100 of the guitar models will be available worldwide in a limited run via Gibson.com, the Gibson Garage Nashville and London, and authorized Gibson dealers.Speaking about the guitar and the collaboration in a press release, May shared: “The idea for this guitar came when I needed a 12-String on tour, and the one I was accustomed to wasn’t performing right on stage.

EastEnders legend Anita Dobson, wife of Queen's Brian May, has made a surprising confession about the rock legend.The soap star first graced our screens in 1985 as Angie Watts in EastEnders, becoming one of Britain's most iconic TV characters. She even released a song in 1986 based on the soap's theme tune, titled 'Anyone Can Fall In Love'. Interestingly, this was the same year she first crossed paths with her future husband.The British TV icon later tied the knot with Brian, Queen's lead guitarist, in 2000, and recently spilled her marital secrets during a podcast appearance.The actress, also known as Lady May, joined fellow EastEnders alum Lacey Turner on her podcast 'We Started Here' to chat about her life both on and off the screen.

EastEnders icon Anita Dobson is best known for her role as Angie Watts, the first landlady of The Queen Vic, when the BBC soap debuted 40 years ago. Anita, 75, portrayed the emotionally exhausted and battling alcoholic Angie from 1985 to 1988, but has always remained a symbol of the BBC programme. With Angie behind the bar, there was never a dull moment, especially with her deceiving her husband Den Watts (Leslie Grantham) and being the loving adoptive parents to Sharon (Letitia Dean).

Brian May has opened about fears he would never play guitar again following a stroke last year.In September, the Queen guitarist told fans about the minor stroke he experienced, saying it came on “all of a sudden, out of the blue”, and left him without any control over one of his arms. He said the incident was “a little scary” but praised the “fantastic” medical care he had received.Speaking in the latest issue of Guitarist, May touched on his anxieties about not being able to play following his health setbacks. “It went through my mind.

Steven Tyler has returned to stage for the first time since his vocal injury that led to Aerosmith‘s retirement.Tyler’s Jam For Janie charity event, which took place yesterday (February 2) and doubled as a Grammys watch party, concluded with a special performance by the Aerosmith musician.He performed Extreme’s ‘More Than Words,’ and Aerosmith’s own ‘Toys in the Attic’ and ‘Dream On’. Tyler also played ‘Sweet Emotion’, ‘Walk This Way’ and ‘Heartbreaker’.

Queen guitarist Brian May is a collector of Star Wars memorabilia.The actor, who has been married to the guitarist for over 24 years now, made the revelation in a new interview and shared that May has a collection of figures and ships inspired by the iconic George Lucas franchise.Dobson – who famously played Angie Watts in Eastenders – said that her partner frequently buys two of the same items related to the sci-fi series, one for himself and one for his grandchildren.“Brian is a collector of Star Wars toys. And astronomical stuff, Queen stuff.

Brian May, who suffered a minor stroke last year.In September, the Queen guitarist told fans about the minor stroke he experienced, saying it came on “all of a sudden, out of the blue”, and left him without any control over one of his arms. He said the incident was “a little scary” but praised the “fantastic” medical care he had received.Throughout his recovery, Eastenders actor Dobson has shared updates with fans. Late last year, she revealed that while it was “a challenge”, he had regained use of the affected arm.“He’s good to go now,” she said at the time.

Eric Clapton, The Edge and Brian May, as one of the greatest players of all time, both for his solo work and for his time leading the band Taste in the 1960s.The County Donegal native played in Belfast many times over his three-decade career and now he has been immortalised with a bronze statue outside the city’s Ulster Hall on Bedford Street, with a ceremony being held to mark its unveiling.“He’s finally here!” announced the venue on X on Saturday (January 4). “Today we’re celebrating the legacy of Rory Gallagher with the unveiling of a new statue of the legendary guitarist outside Ulster Hall.”He’s finally here! Today we’re celebrating the legacy of Rory Gallagher with the unveiling of a new statue of the legendary guitarist outside Ulster Hall.

Two signed Oasis guitars are being put up for sale by a Falkirk councillor who hopes the cash will definitely maybe help to fund a very special project.

Film and TV star Gwilym Lee is to take on the role of England manager Gareth Southgate as the award-winning play Dear England prepares to head to Salford for the first time in 2025. The acclaimed drama is billed as an "epic examination of nation and game" through the years that Southgate led the England football team.

Sir Brian May's health has "stabilised" following a frightening stroke, according to his wife Anita Dobson. The Queen guitarist, aged 77, experienced a sudden loss of control in his left arm back in September, an ordeal that saw him rushed to Frimley Hospital with immediate concern for his condition.