John Deacon is born
John Deacon is born in Leicester.
Birthday
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Recording
Inside the Making of Bohemian Rhapsody
Six weeks, three studios and a chorus recorded more than 180 times.
In Memoriam
Freddie: The Voice That Defined an Era
A presence no stadium could contain, preserved through archive voices.
Live History
The Magic Tour, Night by Night
The 1986 run that became the final tour with all four members.
Latest
Latest news
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Roger Taylor Releases New Single and Video 'I See You Now'
Queen's drummer Roger Taylor has unveiled his latest solo single 'I See You Now' along with an official video, marking a new chapter in his solo career.
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Remembering Queen's Last Concert with Freddie Mercury on Its 40th Anniversary
This weekend marks the 40th anniversary of Queen's final live performance featuring Freddie Mercury. The historic event in Knebworth remains a poignant milestone in rock history.
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Tony Iommi Reflects on Brian May’s Guest Solo Contribution
Tony Iommi shared insights on Brian May’s guest appearance with a solo on his latest album, highlighting their collaborative spirit.
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Brian May Collaborates with The Darkness on New Single 'The Legend of Eternia'
Queen guitarist Brian May joins British rock band The Darkness on their new single 'The Legend of Eternia', blending his signature guitar work with the band's energetic style.
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Queen's 'Don’t Stop Me Now' Video Surpasses 1 Billion Views on YouTube
Queen's iconic song 'Don't Stop Me Now' has reached a milestone of over 1 billion views on YouTube, highlighting its enduring popularity.
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On This Day
This Day in Queen History
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Freddie Mercury's final concert with Queen
Queen performs what becomes its last concert with Freddie Mercury, in Knebworth, England.
Concert
Queen's final full concert tour (Magic Tour) ends
Knebworth Park, England.
Concert