Brian May: Last News

Brian May has recalled the “odd experience” of working on Guns N’ Roses’ infamous 2008 album ‘Chinese Democracy’.The Queen guitarist was among a host of collaborators who worked with the band on their sixth studio album, which was recorded over a nine-year period.May’s contributions to such album tracks as ‘Catcher In The Rye’, which were recorded back in 1999, were ultimately cut from the final version of ‘Chinese Democracy’, and the musician has now reflected on the “odd experience” of working with Guns N’ Roses on the record.“It was an odd experience,” he told Classic Rock magazine. “I think it was about midway through the whole thing.

Brian May has let slip that Queen might be performing at the Queen’s upcoming Platinum Jubilee concert.The star-studded event takes place at Buckingham Palace on June 4; George Ezra is the only performer so far to be named on the line-up, which a statement has said will range from “pop stars to rock royalty to opera singers”.The concert will also feature a full live orchestra, while “stars from film, TV and the stage will also tell the story and celebrate some of the most significant cultural moments from the Queen’s reign”.Speaking in a new interview, May, who previously performed a guitar solo of the national anthem on top of Buckingham Palace for the Queen’s Golden Jubilee in 2002, has teased that he and his Queen bandmates – Roger Taylor and Adam Lambert – might be taking part in the concert.“I don’t think I’m allowed to tell you this but I think something might happen,” the guitarist told the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show. “There is talk of something happening.

Brian May has shared a cover of Buddy Holly‘s rock ‘n’ roll classic ‘Maybe Baby’.May’s reworking of the 1958 track is taken from the forthcoming deluxe reissue of his second solo album, 1998’s ‘Another World’, due to arrive on April 22.“I’ve never done a Buddy Holly song,” the Queen guitarist said in a statement. Explaining how the song played in his development as a musician, he said: “That song more than probably any other, is the reason that I’m here doing this, playing guitar and being a rock star and being a very fortunate person.“I heard Buddy Holly make that incredible sound on his guitar, that clang, singing that beautiful song, hearing those wonderful harmonies of the Crickets.

Brian May has taken to Instagram to apologise for his recent silence on the platform, explaining that he "hasn't had the will '' to post due to the "horrors being perpetrated in the world".The musical icon, 74, was inundated with support from his fans following his candid post where he said he'd start to get his "Instagram legs working again" following the release of his new music.In view of his three million followers, the star issued a heartfelt apology for his recent silence.Brian wrote: "Hi Folks."Sorry for my silence in these parts."I just haven’t had the will," he explained.A post shared by Brian Harold May (@brianmayforreal)The rockstar went on: "I somehow haven’t felt that anything I had to offer was important enough to post, viewed beside the horrors being perpetrated in the world."However, he added he wanted to start being more present on the platform again as a teaser track due to be released this evening.Brian continued: "But my prime job is bringing music into the world, so, as we move towards issuing “ANOTHER WORLD” into the 21st century, I’m gonna try to get my IG legs working again."Tonight we’re releasing the first ‘teaser’ track from 'ANOTHER CD' - my new collection of rarities that accompanies the original solo record in the 2-CD set."Of course those of you who know me already know that I originally made this Buddy Holly cover as my alter-ego - T. E.

Taylor Hawkins has been honoured with a drum circle tribute in his hometown of Laguna Beach – you can see footage below.The Foo Fighters drummer died last month (March 25) at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read.

Brian May has said that he feels “so frustrated” by the death of the late Taylor Hawkins.The Foo Fighters drummer passed away last Friday (March 25) at the age of 50 in Bogotá, Colombia while the band were on their South American tour.The Queen guitarist, who was friends with Hawkins, commented on the tragedy during an interview on SiriusXM – noting that he had just spoken to the drummer before his death.“Taylor was very close to [Queen], he’s been in my studio a few of times. In my life, I talk to him often.

Thania Garcia During a press interview for Brian May’s reissue of the 1998 album “Another World” on the “Debatable” SiriusXM podcast, the Queen guitarist shared his thoughts and remembrances of late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.The 50-year-old drummer unexpectedly died on March 25 in Bogotá, Colombia where the Foo Fighters were scheduled to perform.Rock fans everywhere have been grieving the loss, including May, who shared he had spoken to Hawkins just a week before his death. “Taylor was very close to [Queen], he’s been in my studio a few of times.

Rush members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson have paid tribute to their “musical brother” Taylor Hawkins in a new post.The Foo Fighters drummer died on Friday night (March 25) at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read.

Perry Farrell has posted a moving video tribute to Taylor Hawkins, in which he calls the Foo Fighters drummer his “best friend”.The Foo Fighters drummer died on Friday night (March 25) at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read. “His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever.

Tommy Lee has reflected on talking to Taylor Hawkins shortly before the drummer’s death last week.The Foo Fighters drummer died on Friday night (March 25) at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read.

Slash took time during his gig in Orlando, Florida this weekend to pay tribute to his “really close friend” Taylor Hawkins.On Friday night (March 25), Foo Fighters issued a statement confirming that the 50-year-old drummer had died in Bogotá, Colombia. A cause of death was not given.

Elton John dedicated a performance of his 1974 song ‘Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me’ to Taylor Hawkins last night (March 26) at a show in Iowa – watch below.The Foo Fighters drummer died on Friday night (March 25) at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read.

Liam Gallagher dedicated a performance of Oasis‘ ‘Live Forever’ to Taylor Hawkins tonight (March 26) at his Teenage Cancer Trust show in London.The Foo Fighters drummer died yesterday (March 25) at the age of 50. The band announced the news in a statement on social media; no cause of death was given.“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Taylor Hawkins,” the statement read.

Adam Lambert has told how his predecessor and Queen star Freddie Mercury was struggling during the recording process of The Show Must Go On, revealing that it was "hard for him".Speaking in 2021, the former Pop Idol star, 40, explained Queen guitarist Brian May, 74, had confided in him that frontman Freddie was struggling with AIDS while recording the 1991 hit the year before.The pop star told how his bandmate Brian May had revealed the sad detail about the hit.The hit features on Queen's 1991 album, Innuendo, and despite being credited to the group, the song was written by Brian.It was recorded while Freddie was battling AIDS a year before his death.Last year, American network ABC hosted The Queen Family Singalong special, which saw Adam sing The Show Must Go On.Speaking about the hit, the pop star said: "I’m gonna be singing ‘The Show Must Go On,’ and from what I found out over the years, this was a very important moment for Freddie."It was towards the end of his life, and the song took on really powerful meaning for him," he added.The star continued: "It was written by Brian May, and he’s told me about the recording session that Freddie was weak."You know, it was hard for him, but he powered through."Brian said his voice was just stellar on it, and you can hear it now if you listen to the recording."He sounds magical," he added during an interview with Entertainment Canada Today.Musical genius Freddie died of bronchial pneumonia in November 1991, following complications from AIDS, aged 45.Brian continued to play guitar for himself in the wake of Freddie's death, but was convinced that the band would never reform.Addressing the singer's death, the guitarist told The Guardian how he and his bandmates, John Deacon and

Taylor Hawkins, drummer of rock group Foo Fighters, has been remembered by titans of the music industry as being a “kind brilliant man” and an “amazing musician” following his death. The 50-year-old was playing on the South American leg of the band’s world tour when his sudden death was announced on Saturday. The band said it was “devastated by the untimely loss” and asked for the privacy of his family to be respected.

Brian May who took to Instagram to share his “heartbreak”.Taylor’s death was confirmed by his bandmates in a moving statement.Taking to their official Twitter, they shared that the drummer had died suddenly at the age of 50.They wrote: “The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of our beloved Taylor Hawkins.“His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever.“Our hearts go out to his wife, children and family, and we ask that their privacy be treated with the utmost respect in this unimaginably difficult time.”Sharing his reaction, Brian posted a picture of the headlines on his Instagram earlier today.Alongside these, he wrote: “No. It cannot be.

Brian May has spoken out against badger culling and the import of fur while speaking in Parliament.The musician called the culls “hideous and useless” and also called for laws to be tightened on blood sports such as fox hunting. Brian, 74, addressed the controversial issue in view of his three million followers in an Instagram post yesterday evening. He wrote: “In Parliament today - speaking at a reception organised by Humane Society International to try to make sure the Government keeps to its promise to end the import of Foie Gras and fur. “Also of course demanding an end to the hideous and useless badger cull (140,000 beautiful native British animals have now been slaughtered, producing no benefit for cows or farmers). “And to tighten up the laws against fox hunting and other blood sports.”In the first picture of several, a sombre-looking Brian held up a poster reading: “I support a #FurFreeBritain”.He also included other snaps of the information printed on the factual material up close, as well as the barcode to get involved.In one photo, the text read: “Every year over 100 million animals are killed for their fur worldwide.“The UK banned fur farming as unethical almost 20 years ago, but we still import millions of pounds worth of real fur from abroad each year. “If it’s too cruel to produce here, then it’s too cruel to sell here. “73% of the British public support a fur import and sales ban. “It is time for the UK to end this double standard and stop trading in cruel and deadly fur.”Brian was inundated with support from his followers, who also felt change was needed.Isabella Ricci wrote: “Thank you for all of the good you are doing.

Queen‘s Brian May and Roger Taylor have announced a special screening on YouTube of the band’s 2008 Kharkiv concert with Paul Rodgers to raise funds for Ukraine relief.The band played Ukraine with Paul Rodgers during the ‘Rock the Cosmos Tour’, with a live album and companion DVD of the show being released the following year.‘Queen and Paul Rodgers Live in Ukraine’ was made available to watch in the UK on the band’s official YouTube channel from 5pm on March 19. Fans who stream the two hour set are being asked to donate to UNHCR – The UN Refugee Agency.Brian May originally shared a crowd photo from the gig on his Instagram in February, writing: “So many great memories of great times in Ukraine.

Queen guitarist Brian May has revealed that he believed Queen to be "dead and gone" following the tragic death of the band's lead singer, Freddie Mercury. In an unearthed interview, the musician, 74, told of his devastation at losing his close friend and the rock band's frontman, believing that he would never play again until he and the band joined forces with Adam Lambert, 40, a decade ago.Musical genius Freddie died of bronchial pneumonia in 1991 following complications from AIDS.Following the tragic news, Brian candidly told how he thought he would never play in a band again.He said: "I was completely convinced it was over."I remember driving past all these arenas that we used to play and thinking, ‘That’s gone.

Jem Aswad Senior Music Editor“Clive Davis: Most Iconic Performances,” a four-art series featuring concert clips chosen by and interviews conducted by the legendary music executive, will premiere exclusively on Paramount Plus in the U.S. and internationally beginning Wednesday, March 23.In this special miniseries, culled from his virtual 2021 pre-Grammy Gala events, sees Davis taking viewers through some of his favorite musical performances from the last few decades.

Adam Lambert as part of Queen, Brian May can't shake the feeling that fans might reject an album with his vocals on it.