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Roger Taylor's Son Joins The Darkness
The Darkness' drummer Emily Davies, who took over from original member Ed Graham, quit in April (14), and they have now hired Rufus Taylor as her replacement. Guitarist Dan Hawkins confirmed...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 11 May 2015
Brian May Debates With Russell Brand At Film Screening
The veteran musician was in the audience for a showing of Brand's film The Emperor's New Clothes at the Hackney Picturehouse in east London. May has been campaigning to encourage Brits to...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 22 April 2015
Roger Taylor Brands Sacha Baron Cohen Too Funny To Play Freddie Mercury
The British actor/comedian was initially hired to portray the tragic singer in a new movie backed by both Taylor and his bandmate Brian May, but Cohen subsequently exited the production and Skyfall star...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 16 April 2015
Adam Lambert Had To 'Re-examine' His Career
Adam Lambert had to re-evaluate why he wanted to be in the music industry before recording his new album.The rock singer - who finished as runner-up on the eighth season of 'American Idol' - decided...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 16 April 2015
Brian May Undergoes Laser Eye Surgery
The Queen guitarist went in for the procedure on Friday (10Apr15) and must wear protective dark glasses for a week after the operation on doctor's orders. In a post on Twitter.com, he...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 14 April 2015
Freddie Mercury To Be Honoured With London Blue Plaque
The sign will be placed as a tribute to the star, who passed away aged 45 in 1991, and will be visible outside the terrace house in Feltham, west London, where Mercury lived...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 05 April 2015
Graham Gouldman: 'Queen Heard 10cc Rock Opera Before Writing Bohemian Rhapsody'
Queen drummer Roger Taylor is adamant Freddie Mercury had never heard the band's 1975 epic Une Nuit A Paris when he penned his most famous song, which was released later the same year....
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 02 April 2015
Brian May: Sacha Baron Cohen Not Involved In Freddie Mercury Biopic, Contrary To Rumours
We know what you're thinking: Sacha Baron Cohen, the master of disguises and impressions, would have been the perfect actor to play Freddie Mercury. But, alas, it wasn't meant to be. Brian May, the guitarist...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 March 2015
Brian May Says Sacha Baron Cohen Won't Be Playing Freddie Mercury In Queen Biopic
Well it was a good idea while it lasted, but it appears Sacha Baron Cohen will not be playing Freddie Mercury in the upcoming Queen biopic after all, guitarist Brian May has confirmed. Queen’s long...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 March 2015
Brian May Denies Sacha Baron Cohen Will Star In Freddie Mercury Biopic
The Borat star originally agreed to play the late Queen frontman, but dropped out due to creative differences with the band's remaining members, and Skyfall star Ben Whishaw was subsequently linked to the...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 29 March 2015
Sacha Baron Cohen Will Play Freddie Mercury In Upcoming Queen Biopic
Sacha Baron Cohen has been confirmed as playing Freddie Mercury in a upcoming Queen biopic, according to the band’s manager Jim Beach. Beach, who has managed the band since 1978, made the announcement on Thursday...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 March 2015
Brian May Launches Political Campaign Group
The Queen guitarist decided against running as an independent candidate in the U.K. general election in May (15), and instead set up activist organisation Common Decency to call for a reform to the...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 24 March 2015
5 Things You Need To Know About Liza Minnelli
Liza Minnelli has recently been admitted into rehab so she can get help with substance abuse problems. The 69-year-old reportedly checked herself in early this week and is already showing signs of "excellent progress". Just...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 20 March 2015
Adam Lambert Wants To Work With Ed Sheeran And Sam Smith
Adam Lambert wants to work with Sam Smith and Ed Sheeran.The Queen singer has revealed he's in awe of British talent at the moment and would love to get in the studio with some of...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 26 February 2015
Roger Taylor Fighting To Keep Freddie Mercury Statue
Queen drummer Roger Taylor is fighting to keep a statue of late frontman Freddie Mercury outside his home after local officials ruled the imposing figure breaks planning laws.The percussionist erected the statue in the garden...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 23 February 2015
Jimmy Page Promises More Led Zeppelin Surprises
Jimmy Page insists he is ''not holding anything back'' from the reissued Led Zeppelin albums.The 71-year-old guitarist has been busy over the past couple of years remastering the legendary rock band's back catalogue and searching...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 05 February 2015
Brian May Considers Politics
Queen star Brian May is considering a political run as an independent candidate at the upcoming U.K. general election.The guitarist's agent Phil Symes tells Britain's The Mirror newspaper the 67 year old is frustrated by...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 05 February 2015
Jimmy Page Getting 'Match Fit' For Concerts
Led Zeppelin legend Jimmy Page has started rehearsing to get ''match fit'' for his live comeback.The 71-year-old guitarist no longer wants to wait for his former bandmate Robert Plant to agree to a Led Zep...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 04 February 2015
Queen Romp To Victory With Online Classic Rock Awards
Queen have landed three Ultimate Classic Rock Awards following an online vote.The band, fronted by former American Idol star Adam Lambert, has picked up Tour, Live Album/Video and Commercial of the Year titles. Lambert,...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 03 February 2015
Queen And Adam Lambert World Tour In Progress Following Birmingham Barclaycard Arena Show! [Photos]
Queen are by far one of the most recognisable and celebrated bands of all time. Yet, after the tragic passing of lead singer Freddie Mercury, the two remaining members of band (Brian May and Roger...
By Stephen Caswell in Music / Festivals on 27 January 2015
Roger Taylor Calls Adam Lambert 'Camp Elvis'
Roger Taylor has nicknamed Adam Lambert 'Camp Elvis'.The 32-year-old singer - who shot to fame after appearing on 'American Idol' in 2009 - now tours with Queen, and the band's original drummer says the flamboyant...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 13 January 2015
Adam Lambert Wants To Honour Freddie Mercury
Adam Lambert wants to keep Freddie Mercury's ''memory alive'' when he performs with Queen.The former 'American Idol' star sings with the legendary band live and has won rave reviews for his performances as the group's...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 06 January 2015
Adam Lambert And Queen Ringing In The New Year With Televised Concert
Singer Adam Lambert and rockers Queen are set to ring in the new year with a televised concert in London.The group will perform at Central Hall Westminster before the annual New Year's Eve fireworks display...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 02 December 2014
Queen Announce New Year's Eve Gig
Queen + Adam Lambert will perform in London on New Year's Eve (31.12.14).The 'We Will Rock You' hitmakers are thrilled to be presenting some of their most famous hits at a special show close to...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 01 December 2014
Freddie Mercury Angered By Jacko's Chimp
Freddie Mercury stormed out of recording sessions with Michael Jackson because he insisted on bringing his pet chimp to the studio. The two late music icons came together nearly 30 years ago to duet on...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 10 November 2014
Queen Release New Song For Aids Campaign
Queen have released a new song featuring Freddie Mercury to raise money in the fight against AIDS.The Coca-Cola Company have teamed up with (RED) for a new campaign, 'Share the Sound of An AIDS Free...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 03 November 2014
Queen's Roger Taylor Hoping To Record New Music With Adam Lambert
Queen icon Roger Taylor is eager to expand the band's collaborations with Adam Lambert by recording new music with the singer.The former American Idol star has been touring with the British rock group as their...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 29 October 2014
Queen To Record Album With Adam Lambert
Roger Taylor is keen to record a Queen album with Adam Lambert.The group - whose singer Freddie Mercury died in 1991 - are preparing for another tour with the former 'American Idol' singer and after...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 28 October 2014
Queen Set For Glastonbury?
Queen are in line to headline Glastonbury Festival.The legendary rock band - which sees newest frontman Adam Lambert joined by founding members Brian May and Roger Taylor - is wanted by the event organisers, and...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 30 September 2014
Queen And Adam Lambert Announce 2015 European Arena Tour
Queen and Adam Lambert will be hitting the road next year, playing a massive 21 date arena tour across Europe. The shows mark the first time the band and singer have played together in Europe...
By Stephanie Chase in Music / Festivals on 29 September 2014
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