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Adam Lambert has opened up about what it’s like performing with Queen.Lambert, a former contestant on American Idol, joined Queen in 2012 and took on the role of replacing the group’s former late frontman, Freddie Mercury.In a new interview with The Times, Lambert spoke about the pressure of the role, saying that he never wanted to do an “impersonation” of Mercury.Lambert said: “I knew I didn’t want to do an impersonation. Freddie and I are different.

Back in May, Queen guitarist Brian May revealed he had been “very near death” after suffering what he described as a “small heart attack” brought about by three congested arteries in his heart.

Queen guitarist Brian May has opened up about his ongoing recovery from a heart attack he suffered earlier this year.Back in May, May told fans that he had been “very near death” when he was hospitalised after doctors discovered that three arteries in his heart “were congested and in danger of blocking the supply of blood” to his heart.Now, in a new interview with The Times, May has opened up further about the health-scare, saying that his recovery still feels like “a long climb back.”He added: “I’ve had complications due to the drugs I’m on, one of which was a stomach explosion that nearly killed me.“The heart attack was a symbol of an arterial disease, but I don’t drink, I don’t smoke, I don’t have high cholesterol and I was exercising

T-Rex musician Marc Bolan was only 29 when he was killed on September 16 1977.

Aaron Dessner has revealed that he’s been receiving tips from Taylor Swift for the next Big Red Machine album.The National guitarist co-wrote and produced 11 of the 16 songs on Swift’s recent album ‘Folklore’, which has gone on to become one of the biggest selling albums of the year so far.Dessner now says Swift has been returning the favour by providing some feedback on his own side project.“The Big Red Machine stuff is quite far along and actually, Taylor has been amazing. I’ve shared all of that stuff with her, and she has been really helpful,” he told Billboard.

Denise Johnson is set to be released next month.The much-loved Manchester singer, who provided vocals on Primal Scream‘s ‘Screamadelica’, died in July at the age of 56.Johnson had been preparing to release her debut solo album, ‘Where Does It Go’, which will now arrive on October 2 via ADASSA.The collection will contain acoustic covers of The Smiths‘ ‘Well I Wonder’, 10cc‘s ‘I’m Not In Love’ and ‘True Faith’ by past collaborators New Order as well as two original tracks: ‘Nothing You Can Do’ and ‘Steal Me Easy’.Serving as the record’s lead single, ‘Steal Me Easy’ was co-written by Johnson alongside French guitarist Fabien Lefrançois.According to a press release, ‘Where Does It Go’ was “recorded completely live and features no studio tricks

Former Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher is strongly against wearing a mask amid the coronavirus pandemic despite mandates in the United Kingdom where he resides. Gallagher, 53, also called a friend of his “cowardly” for doing his part to avoid spreading the novel virus.

Ride and Oasis guitarist Andy Bell has shared the video for ‘I Was Alone’, the latest track to emerge from his forthcoming solo album.Leaning on the album’s psychedelic vibes, Bell describes the new offering as “A Spacemen 3-influenced song about dealing mentally with solitude”.It comes ahead of Bell releasing his debut album ‘The View From Halfway Down’ on October 9, having shared the first track ‘Love Comes In Waves’ last month.The record was engineered by Bell’s former Oasis bandmate Gem Archer, with the death of David Bowie in 2016 prompting Bell to become more proactive about laying down the record over four years.“I’ve always wanted to make a solo album, I’ve always said I would do it, although I never imagined it happening like, or

BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker, 43, discussed today’s headlines with his co-star Louise Minchin, 52, he could be seen discreetly trying to remove something from his teeth.

Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley has hailed President Donald Trump as “the strongest leader that we’ve got” in a new interview.The musician was appearing on The Cassius Morris Show in support of forthcoming new covers album ‘Origins Vol. 2’, which features a cover of Cream‘s 1967 track ‘Politician’.“I don’t think politics and rock ‘n’ roll mix — in my opinion,” said Frehley when the track came up in conversation.

Flea has reflected on the death of Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Jack Sherman in a new Instagram post.Sherman, who was the second guitarist to join the group in-between the departure and eventual return of Hillel Slovak, died on August 18 aged 64.Some three weeks later, Flea has now broken his silence to reflect on his “fraught” relationship with Sherman.Sharing a picture of the late guitarist on Instagram, he wrote: “It has taken me a couple of weeks to process the death of Jack Sherman.

Bay City Rollers star Ian Mitchell has died at the age of 62. The guitarist joined the band in 1976, when he replaced bassist Alan Longmuir and although he left the group just seven months later, he made a long-lasting impression on the band.

Bay City Rollers star Ian Mitchell has died aged 62.The star has passed away and the sad news was confirmed on the band's official Facebook page today.A statement posted online read: "We are deeply saddened by the news of Ian Mitchell's death."Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Wendy, their family and friends."Rest In Peace, Ian."The band's former guitarist, Stuart Wood, added a tribute on the site, writing: "Very sad, sad news about Ian Mitchell."We’d like to send our love and condolences to Wendy and all Ian’s family and friends..."You are in our hearts.I have many fond memories of Ian not only in the BCR days but also when we played together in the 80’s with The Passengers..."Great guys and great days! You will sorely be missed

Former Slits guitarist Viv Albertine’s two memoirs are set to be turned into a TV series, it has been announced.Albertine says in a statement that she is “so happy” about the TV project, adding: “Right from the start [the show’s producers] were sensitive to the extremely personal nature of the work and I knew the books were in the hands of producers with integrity.

Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante has announced details of a new album.‘Maya’, which is set to come out next month, is inspired by jungle, hardcore and breakbeat music, and is, Frusciante says, dedicated to his cat.The new record is an instrumental electronic album, the first that Frusciante has made in the genre.

The secret son of Fleetwood Mac legend Peter Green today tells how the troubled star’s refusal to acknowledge him drove him to a DNA court battle.

told Billboard at the time. “I’m not claiming that I’ve brought anything other to the band… but to have soldiered on under arduous conditions to try to make the thing work, and I think that’s what you do in a job, looking back.

Red Hot Chili Peppers, has died, the band confirmed on Instagram on Friday. He was 64.

Jack Sherman, former guitarist with Red Hot Chili Peppers, has passed away at age 64.

Jack Sherman, one of the former guitarists for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, has sadly passed away.

Jack Sherman, a guitarist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers during their debut in the 1980s, has died at the age of 64. The band confirmed Sherman's passing in a statement shared on social media early Saturday.