How Freddie Mercury Teased Elton John Backstage at Live Aid
Queen frontman criticized old friend’s hat after being complimented over iconic performance. Continue reading…
View ArticleHow Queen Moved on Without Freddie Mercury
Brian May and Roger Taylor were determined to continue forward despite the loss. Continue reading…
View ArticleReissue Roundup: Fall Sets From David Bowie, Freddie Mercury
Box sets and expanded archival releases highlight new holiday-season releases. Continue reading…
View ArticleRami Malek Inspired by Freddie Mercury For James Bond Role
Oscar-winning actor brought lessons learned from Queen icon to new spy movie 'No Time to Die'. Continue reading…
View ArticleTim Staffell of Pre-Queen Band Recalls Friend Freddie Mercury
UCR spoke with the singer of the band that featured Brian May and Roger Taylor before they became famous. Continue reading…
View ArticleCOVID-19 Roundup: Queen to Stream Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert
Guns N’ Roses, Sammy Hagar, Extreme and John Fogerty react to pandemic, as survey suggests Americans are listening to more new music. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe Day Freddie Mercury’s Mustache Appeared
Queen icon’s 1980 new look split fans and friends - but not his bandmates. Continue reading…
View ArticleFreddie Mercury and David Bowie Inspire ‘British Bake Off' Cakes
Season premiere of popular cooking show asked contestants to replicate their heroes in edible form. Continue reading…
View ArticleFreddie Mercury’s Life Turned Into a Graphic Novel
'Freddie Mercury: Lover of Life, Singer of Songs' will chronicle the Queen frontman's journey from childhood to rock stardom. Continue reading…
View ArticleFreddie Mercury’s ‘Wonderful Solution’ for Equality in Queen
Roger Taylor admits four-way split deal “didn’t go that well for me.” Continue reading…
View ArticleQueen’s ‘The Show Must Go On’: Freddie Mercury’s Epic Final Bow
Song echoed singer's determination to continue making music in the months before his death. Continue reading…
View ArticleIs Freddie Mercury Rock’s Greatest Frontman?: Roundtable
Thirty years after his death, the Queen singer's legacy is as strong as ever. Continue reading…
View ArticleBrian May Praises Freddie Mercury’s ‘Beautiful’ and ‘Understated’ Vocal on...
Brian May remembered the creation of Queen's "Thank God It's Christmas." Continue reading…
View ArticleFreddie Mercury, Elton John and Rod Stewart Almost Formed a Group
The three legends talked about forming a supergroup called Nose, Teeth & Hair. Continue reading…
View ArticleFreddie Mercury Predecessor Has No Hard Feelings Over ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’...
Tim Staffell understands why his departure from pre-Queen band bears little resemblance to reality. Continue reading…
View ArticleHow Freddie Mercury’s Loved Ones Share ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Income
Disposal details of Queen icon’s will means sister Kashmira Bulsara and best friend Mary Austin receive millions. Continue reading…
View ArticleSpinal Tap Say Guns N’ Roses Sabotaged Freddie Mercury Tribute
Actors behind iconic mockumentary won’t name band member who they believe messed up Christopher Guest’s amp. Continue reading…
View ArticleRami Malek’s Freddie Mercury Nearly Appeared in ‘Rocketman’
Dexter Fletcher, who directed both 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'Rocketman,' admits he had an idea for the cameo. Continue reading…
View ArticleFreddie Mercury’s ’Time’ Could Have Been Queen Song
Writer Dave Clark recalls 1986 track that’s been released in new version, after he tried to make it happen for decades. Continue reading…
View ArticleBrian May: Adam Lambert a Marvel, Freddie Mercury Impersonator Would Be Awful
Queen guitarist makes point for “people who haven’t stopped to think clearly.” Continue reading…
View ArticleThe Day Freddie Mercury Performed His Last Queen Show
"Goodnight and sweet dreams," he said to a throng of fans at Knebworth. Continue reading…
View ArticleNew Freddie Mercury 'Never Boring' Box Set Announced
Queen singer's solo career will be chronicled in five-disc collection. Continue reading…
View ArticleWould Freddie Mercury Have Liked Adam Lambert?
Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor have both told young singer that late icon would “get a kick” out of him. Continue reading…
View ArticleWatch Freddie Mercury’s Once-Banned ‘Living on My Own’ Video
Clip filmed at his 39th birthday party wasn't shown because his label president complained of "perceived promiscuity." Continue reading…
View Article40 Years Ago: Freddie Mercury and Queen Rise to ‘SNL’ Pressure
Missed opportunities marked the legendary band's only 'Saturday Night Live' appearance. Continue reading…
View ArticleQueen’s ‘Face it Alone’ Featuring Freddie Mercury Out Thursday
Track dates back to sessions for the band's 1989 album 'The Miracle.' Continue reading…
View ArticleListen to Queen’s New ‘Face It Alone’ Featuring Freddie Mercury
It's the band's first release to feature the late singer in eight years. Continue reading…
View ArticleMercury Still Bought Art at End
Mainstay of British rock industry recalls his time with Queen icon, the Beatles and Rolling Stones. Continue reading…
View ArticleFreddie Mercury Auction
Late Queen singer's closest friend prepares to part with 1,500 items from his London home after 30 years. Continue reading…
View ArticleMama Mia! It's 'Mongolian Rhapsody'!
Would Queen's classic "Bohemian Rhapsody" have been as popular under a different name? Continue reading…
View ArticleWrestlers Channel Freddie Mercury
Songs by Queen, Metallica and Jefferson Airplane were also featured during the 'All In' event. Continue reading…
View ArticleMay Can't Watch Mercury Sale
Many of the late Queen singer's personal items are being sold to the highest bidder. Continue reading…
View ArticleMercury Threw Out Vicious
Queen frontman snarkily referred to the Sex Pistols bassist as "Simon Ferocious." Continue reading…
View ArticleSpinal Tap’s Derek Smalls on Spinal Tap’s Spinal Tap Moment
Bassist says stage techs at Freddie Mercury tribute thought band's real-life sound problem was part of their performance. Continue reading…
View ArticleHow Adam Lambert Channels Freddie Mercury in Key Queen Set Moment
Brian May offered singer advice for performing mega-hit "Somebody to Love." Continue reading…
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