| mickyparise 28.04.2014 04:31 |
Brian May addresses his willingness to continue Queen past the death of Freddie Mercury and the retirement of John Deacon, saying it’s not for the filthy lucre. He and Roger Taylor do, he says, for the fans. “We don’t need the money and we don’t need the fame — so why would we do it?” May rhetorically asks the Times of Malta. “If the Queen legacy is going on and on, it’s not because of us. It’s because people want it. And now and again, it’s nice to give people what they want.” Mercury, the group’s unforgettable frontman, has been gone since 1991. Bassist Deacon, who co-wrote several of Queen’s most iconic hits, left the stage not long after. Since, May and Taylor have paired with a series of guest singers, including George Michael, Paul Rodgers and — most recently — Adam Lambert. There has also been a long-running Queen-themed musical, and a travelling Queen Extravaganza featuring up and coming talent. Queen + Lambert kick off their first-ever stateside tour together this summer. “I like it,” adds May, a credentialled scientist who has developed into a passionate animal-rights activist, as well. “I don’t have to it, and I certainly don’t want to do it all the time. After all, we did it for twenty years. I like to have the freedom to do [duo shows with Kerry Ellis], to do astronomy, to try to change the world with regards to animals.” link |
| Rokku 28.04.2014 07:28 |
If they wanna make fans happy, they must visit Kazakhstan :))) |
| e-man 28.04.2014 09:18 |
sadly, I don't think Brian is in tune with what the fans want. sure, some average joes (including a group of fans) want to see a concert where it says "Queen" on the ticket, pretty much regardless of who's on stage. had the fans been in charge though, I'm sure unreleased material, unheard live releases, and even the WWRY sequel would be on top of the list of what they wanted. |
| Raffy 28.04.2014 09:29 |
Obviously Doctor May doesn't read or pay attention to all those negative comments about this tour with Adam Lambert. While both him & Rog have still something to say musically speaking this tour will be just a vaguely reminiscence of Queen's glorious past (and when I talk about Queen I mean them plus Freddie & John) and Mr. Lambert while having an amazing set of pipes it's just not the right singer for them (I consider him a great singer when he approaches to Soul/R&B/Pop material, so not properly a rock singer). I mean neither Rodgers was the correct singer for them but at least, in terms of style and musical background, he was in a more comparable field. I see this just as a smart move dictated by Island/Universal company to make Queen more appetible for the American market. Hopefully they will cover various stage of the band's carrer and focus the attention on the 70s stuff so we can all agree that "Pre-Freddie's mustache" Queen were at their musical peak and finally (hopefully) they will release some vintage concerts of that period... 'cause this is what fans really want ;) And the new album with Freddie's unreleased songs of course. So if this tour will not disturb those two things that fans really want but instead will push further them to finally get released I will consider it as a blessing, otherwise I will fall in bitter and strong disappointment. |
| luthorn 28.04.2014 14:37 |
Badger Land has better fans than this forum. |
| pittrek 28.04.2014 15:57 |
Well yes, people who want Brian + Roger to tour with Adam exist, but "Dr. Bri" probably doesn't realize that they're a minority |
| brENsKi 28.04.2014 16:43 |
who's Ada ???? |
| OhioBobcat555 28.04.2014 22:07 |
I have been a huge Queen fan since I was a kid more than 20 years ago and you guys are a bunch of whiners. I cannot stand Adam Lambert because he doesn't seem like a real rocker; I didn't like (but respected) Paul Rodgers because his vocals and vocal style were so different than that of Freddie's that I didn't like how the songs sounded. Oh well. At least I got to see Brian and Roger do some of my favorite Queen songs in 2006 and I will get to do it again this summer. And at least Adam does have some vocal versatility. Songs were meant to be played. 50 and 100 + years from now, folks will still be covering Queen. Why not be some of the original members now? The original 4 will never be on stage again. Oh well. I got over that 20 years ago. The only crappy thing in my eyes is that Brian and Roger didn't start doing this when they were still in their 40s. This is freaking rock and roll. It's music, and it's commercial music at that. I mean Queen is my favorite all time band, but get a grip, folks. This is about being fun and playing music. BTW, I agree with Brian on all counts. |
| Ivo-1976 29.04.2014 06:07 |
- The only crappy thing in my eyes is that Brian and Roger didn't start doing this when they were still in their 40s. - So true. They could've done so much more, in stead they focused on their solo careers. Which has to be one of the reasons John left. There was nothing left for him to do. Imagine the success of a "Made in Heaven" tour between '95-'97, when they were musically and fysically in very good shape, and Queen's popularity was huge. At that point they could've toured with so many top singers, and reached so many fans that wanted to see them so desperately. But they let the years pass. The tour with Paul Rodgers was nice, but much too late for so many reasons. |
| Vocal harmony 29.04.2014 09:39 |
Ivo-1976 wrote: - The only crappy thing in my eyes is that Brian and Roger didn't start doing this when they were still in their 40s. - So true. They could've done so much more, in stead they focused on their solo careers. Which has to be one of the reasons John left. There was nothing left for him to do. Imagine the success of a "Made in Heaven" tour between '95-'97, when they were musically and fysically in very good shape, and Queen's popularity was huge. At that point they could've toured with so many top singers, and reached so many fans that wanted to see them so desperately. But they let the years pass. The tour with Paul Rodgers was nice, but much too late for so many reasons. |
| AlexRocks 29.04.2014 14:46 |
Well, hopefully they will still do these things! |
| Heavenite 01.05.2014 08:48 |
We can't change the past. And I'm glad they're at least still doing something. No they definitely don't need the money.Am praying for a September gig in the UK so I can see them while I am in Europe! |
| gerry 10.05.2014 10:44 |
Seems to me that this collaboration with Adam Lambert & Queen has gone on long enough move on Brian, i am bored silly now and let Queen have its true identity back i.e The four guys in the greatest band ever - Queen, Freddie, Roger, Brian & John. Let Lambert get on with his ailing career for gods sake, for he should not hide behind the Queen legacy. |
| YAFF 10.05.2014 11:28 |
I just want to say...Adam Lambert sucks ass. That is all. |
| gerry 10.05.2014 11:42 |
Lambert not is not sitting on my cd shelf next to the greatest showman ever, no way. not worthy in my opinion. |
| brians wig 10.05.2014 11:48 |
e-man wrote: sadly, I don't think Brian is in tune with what the fans want. sure, some average joes (including a group of fans) want to see a concert where it says "Queen" on the ticket, pretty much regardless of who's on stage. had the fans been in charge though, I'm sure unreleased material, unheard live releases, and even the WWRY sequel would be on top of the list of what they wanted.I don't really care who they tour with so long as they tour and as an obviously "average Joe fan" of 30 years I'd much rather see them live with a crap singer than a fucking musical they don't even play in. Although, I'd also like them to release a shit load of archive Queen recordings as well before I die. |
| gerry 10.05.2014 12:00 |
Yeah Brian & Rog should cut the crap with Adam Lambert and look after the ardent Queen fans and get some decent stuff released starting with 70s concerts and archive stuff unreleased. Brian & Rog could have released an album together, they dont need any vocalist as they are pretty good singers themselves, so there is a few ideas. Come on guys drop the Lambert walk, and start doing something worthwhile! |
| Vocal harmony 10.05.2014 12:52 |
gerry wrote: Brian & Rog could have released an album together, they dont need any vocalist as they are pretty good singersYeah they could have replaced Tim Staffle with another Bass player and recorded a Smile album and never formed Queen. Things change through time and most people don't stand still, they move with it. |
| gerry 10.05.2014 13:50 |
vocal harmony, that was a bit sarcastic! l.o.l |
| gerry 10.05.2014 13:57 |
A lot of guys on this thread seem to be in favour that like me, Mr, Lambert is not wanted! Bri & Rog are hard working guys but some of the choices they make leave a lot to be desired! PITTREK is spot on when he said people want bri and rog to tour with lambert but they are in a minority. soooooooooooooooo most like myself are correct for not accepting this silly tour. Anyway why would i want to see them now, ive seen Queen in all its glory with the famous pizza oven lighting rig, superb! |
| EDWOOD 10.05.2014 14:45 |
Surely it won't be long now before Brian and Roger stop touring and doing any live gigs. They aren't getting any younger - hopefully this new album will be released at the end of this year but I fear that the 'mission creep' will kick in when they view their uncoming tour in the US as successful and either extend the tour or work with Lambert on a more permanent basis. The Cosmos Rocks 2 anyone?? |
| Martin Packer 10.05.2014 15:45 |
Well I might not have seen the Pizza Oven but I saw Fly swatters, MK Bowl, Flying Nun and Knebworth. And when I've seen them since either individually or together or in ventures such as with Kerry Ellis they've not failed to delight. So I would look forward to the chance to see them (again) with Adam Lambert. The last time wasn't so shabby. |
| gerry 11.05.2014 04:27 |
EDWOOD: you hit the nail on the head, as i have been saying this on other threads about Brian has sneaked Lambert in on a permanent basis but not dare tell the Queen fans, as i am sure he knows we are all hacked off with Lambert and his crappy stage presence. As you rightfully said May & Taylor are not getting any younger so why are they wasting so much time with this wan**r? They could be so much more productive and get involved with more worthwhile projects in Queens interests, i know they want to capture a new audience in the states and fair enough but this crappy set up with Lambert does look permanent and that will see Queen to the end if Brian or Roger fell seriously ill. |
| thomasquinn 32989 12.05.2014 08:33 |
EDIT: double post |
| thomasquinn 32989 12.05.2014 08:33 |
"It's because people want it". Just throw in a definite article, and Brian sounds like an unworldly dictator clinging on to office as El Presidente - "It's because the people want it". It's also a load of bunk. He does it because HE wants to, and HE wants the money. "People" don't come into the picture except as drones to buy tickets. Who are the people who "want it"? Does he give a damn? I think not. |
| Vocal harmony 12.05.2014 08:48 |
thomasquinn 32989 wrote: "It's because people want it". Just throw in a definite article, and Brian sounds like an unworldly dictator clinging on to office as El Presidente - "It's because the people want it". It's also a load of bunk. He does it because HE wants to, and HE wants the money. "People" don't come into the picture except as drones to buy tickets. Who are the people who "want it"? Does he give a damn? I think not.Not sure I'd agree with this. At his age, point in career and bank balance I don't believe money is the driving force. The chance of doing something that you enjoy would probably be motivation enough. I think if the reason for this tour had been to increase BM's or RT's bank balance the size of the production would be smaller and not so elaborate. Touring costs are huge, that's not to say money won't be made but if they really wanted to, a lot more money could go into their pockets. |
| Holly2003 12.05.2014 14:14 |
It's become clear Brian needs the validation of big crowds and lots of publicity. He judges success by sales figures rather than artistic merit. That's why we haven't see any rarities aside from the bonus material on the Universal releases, which anyway was Universal's idea and not his. So I agree he's not doing it directly for the money but he still craves the fame and publicity. As for artistic merit, I suppose we'll have to stick with the pre-1991 (or in my case, pre 1981) releases. |
| john bodega 13.05.2014 01:21 |
"It's become clear Brian needs the validation of big crowds and lots of publicity" It definitely adds up. I'm sure he's a fan of money and all that, but like the average insecure artist he's going for the quantitative measurements to stave off the qualitative criticisms. This upcoming unheard Freddie stuff, for instance - it could be great, but I'm not using Brian's quotes as a basis for guessing on how great it'll all be. He said the Dappy stuff was great. He said there'd be epic tracks on TCR. His word cannot be trusted. 'nuff said. Wait and see I spose. |