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Brian May calls for help after 'crushing' loss of musician 'Triggers new thoughts in me'
Queen star Brian May, 71, will take to the stage at Wembley Stadium this weekend as part of a memorial concert for the late star who he considered a good friend.The musician died aged 50 while The Foo Fighters were on tour in Colombia back in March.In view of his 3.1 million followers yesterday, Brian said he had been rehearsing for the show and told fans they were in for an "unforgettable treat".He began by writing that the late musician was the band's "focus right now", alongside snaps of The Foo Fighters star. The rockstar added: "The sadness of not having him around to enjoy the moments is almost crushing … but it’s awesome to be building a show to pay tribute to this wonderful human being, so hugely missed."He went on to say that rehearsing for the show had been an "awesome trip" so far and reminded fans where they could watch the upcoming gig. Bill Turnbull and former BBC Breakfast host dies aged 66A post shared by Brian Harold May (@brianmayforreal)In a further post, the rockstar shared a fan's portrait of the late musician, who he described as a "tragically lost and irreplaceable buddy"."This is a brand new portrait from @sarah_rugg - and it triggers new thoughts in me," he explained."It somehow signals a call to arms. How about all of us in this lovely artistic community coming together to give our love and respects to this consummate artist and dearly loved boy?"If you create your tribute, and post it and put #taylortributeart on it...
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Dave Grohl’s guitar from Foo Fighters’ ‘Monkey Wrench’ video up for auction
Dave Grohl plays in Foo Fighters‘ ‘Monkey Wrench’ video is set to go up for auction next month.The white Gretsch White Falcon guitar is expected to fetch £30,000 when it goes under the hammer at Gardiner Houlgate, in Corsham, Wiltshire, on September 7.The guitar was originally owned by Grohl’s Foo Fighters and Nirvana bandmate Pat Smear, and was played on Foo Fighters’ breakthrough album, 1995’s ‘The Colour and the Shape’.Alongside the guitar in the listing is a polaroid photo taken by Smear of Drew Barrymore playing the guitar.Auctioneer Luke Hobbs said: “This a very exciting guitar as it’s one of the few owned by Foo Fighters, arguably the biggest current rock band on earth, ever to come to public auction.“‘Monkey Wrench’ was the band’s breakthrough single and also the first to feature drummer Taylor Hawkins, who died tragically this March.”He added: I’m expecting interest from around the world. The fact that it features so prominently in the band’s iconic Monkey Wrench video makes it all the more attractive to collectors and fans.”Next month, Foo Fighters are set to honour late drummer Taylor Hawkins at two special gigs in London and Los Angeles.
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Brian May bids last farewell to 'dear pal' on final night of tour after ‘nasty fall'
Brian May CBE has bid “farewell” to his Cyborg counterpart after a “nasty fall” last night.The tongue-in-cheek post came as the rock star thanked fans for ensuring he had “the best tour ever”. Brian, 75, took to Instagram to share a picture of his “cyborg” alter-ego with his three million followers. “LAST SHOW of our tour!” the rocker wrote with three flushed face emojis. “This is the FINNISH LINE!!! Huge thanks to EVERYONE who has made this the best tour ever. “And my dear pal Cyborg - who has become known as #Briborg - will say farewell to public life this evening in Tampere,” he continued. READ MORE: “He had a nasty fall last night, and we have been feeling that the show is a somewhat hazardous environment for him. “So for now he will head off to quieter places and get himself a nice polishing. “He thanks you for your support and encouragement. “OK! Let’s Rock One More Time!!! Bri,” the star signed off. Brian’s fans took to the comments section to show their appreciation for the rock star on his last leg of the tour. Some of Brian’s fans also expressed concern after Briborg - who looked suspiciously like Brian in a robot mask - had a fall.“Oh no, seriously, I hope you, I mean, BriBorg is alright!” Joyce Moore commented.“Hope Briborg and Dr Bri are both OK! Take care and have an amazing last night!” wrote Jenny Hodge. Mandy Haines penned: “Oh dear! I hope Briborg recovers from his fall! It’s been a great tour, I was at four shows at the O2 as well as the appearance at Buckingham Palace! “Good luck with tonight’s show.
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'London's had soul ripped out!' Brian May slams government for 'embarrassment and squalor'
Brian May, 75, is currently touring around Europe with Queen and Adam Lambert, and is set to perform in the "beautiful" Stockholm.The guitarist took the opportunity to admit that unlike Stockholm, "Britain has lost its way" due to "[our] appallingly bad government".Brian shared a short video to his 3 million Instagram followers that included a compilation of videos of Stockholm.The guitarist then took to the post's caption to hit out at the government for their "lies and squalor".The caption read: "Stockholm is such a beautiful city !!!"How come so many of Europe’s capitals have retained their character but my beloved London Town has had its soul ripped out by ugly developments?"On this tour of the Continent, it’s been so apparent that Britain has lost its way.He continued: "I’m sad, and deeply frustrated that we cannot shake off the appallingly bad government that has plunged us into embarrassment, lies, and squalor."For now, I have a few more days to enjoy the incredible welcome we’ve been treated to, all through this madly energetic tour.THANKS STOCKHOLM !!! Bri."Many social media users rushed to the comments to share their view on Brian's bold statement.Iswearsvintage said: "@brianmayforreal It's a very sad state of affairs, heartbreaking actually."Safe travels Bri, enjoy the last day of the tour, it's been a blast."Cac66135 added: "I love that you share your touring landscapes for those of us who are unable to personally visit these beautiful cities."I’m sorry about London.
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Brian May slams Brexit 'great lie' as he celebrates 'shamefully inept' Boris' resignation
Brian May has taken to Instagram to brand Brexit a "great lie" as he celebrated Boris Johnson's resignation as Prime Minister today, having branded him "shamefully inept".The Queen musician, 74, hit out at Boris' resignation speech before revealing his hopes of having someone with "decency, dignity and wisdom" lead the country next.The Queen guitarist reflected on Johnson's "shamefully inept period of office" in view of his three million followers after the news of his resignation today.Alongside a picture of the PM, Brian wrote: "We rejoice in the resignation of Boris Johnson as Prime Minister of Britain."It’s a suitably ignominious end to a shamefully inept period of office."It’s fitting that it’s his lies that brought his reign to an end - since it was lies that brought him into power," he added.Brian went on: "The great lie that Brexit would magically empower Britain, along with his failure to show leadership in his response to the Covid pandemic, have left the people of the UK despondent and economically crippled."His speech on departure was so typical of the inveterate liar who actually believes his own distorted version of the truth," the rocker claimed.The star continued: "Instead of the humble apology he should have delivered to the Nation for the inexcusable behaviour which led even his own party to disown him, his arrogance led him into an attempt to rewrite history, painting himself as a glorious high achiever."All a kind of Trumpian fantasy."A post shared by Brian Harold May (@brianmayforreal)Brian went on to ponder the question of who will replace Johnson once he's left office in October.He went on: "And so now the only question is can the Tory party come up with a new leader who actually has decency,

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