http://www.queenzone.com/ Queen news and information RSSMaster 1.0 (http://www.softtool.info/rssmaster) en-US Dancing with Mercury July 9, 2009 By Kgomotso Moncho "A friend of mine once told me that an audience looks for one of three things when they go to theatre: a dream, a laugh or sex appeal. They will get all three with Queen - Somebody To Love," says pianist, composer, and conductor, DuPreez Strauss about the production the dance company Mzansi Productions is putting on at the State Theatre t [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5587 7/10/2009 12:12:00 AM QueenZone members can win invites for the private launch party of Peter Hince's photo exhibition on July 29th, in London courtesy of Proud Galleries. For details please check http://www.queenzone.com/forums/1190016/win-tickets-for-peter-hinces-photo-show-launch-party-on-queenzone.aspx [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5586 7/9/2009 8:58:00 AM Queen guitarist Brian May is angry after “music thieves” exploited Michael Jackson’s death by releasing previously unheard tracks by Jackson and Queen’s late frontman Freddie Mercury on the Internet. Jackson and Mercury worked together in the 1980s on a number of tracks that have never been heard officially by the public. May revealed the existence of the songs last week, saying: “He [Jackso [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5585 7/8/2009 9:25:00 AM FOR the second year running, art and classic rock will mix at the Art Gallery of Ballarat. The gallery has secured Freddie Mercury - Queen as its major paying exhibition for 2010. Like this year's John Lennon Imagine! exhibition, the display of photographs of the band and its flamboyant lead singer will be on exclusive loan from the Proud Gallery in London. Ballarat City Council destinati [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5583 7/7/2009 11:51:00 PM A Queen are music legends and are often collected with the same enthusiasm as The Beatles, Stones, Hendrix and Elton John. A tour programme signed by the group can make £400 to £500 at the right auction. An item of clothing worn by lead singer Freddie Mercury, perhaps on stage or in an important pop video, is worth much more. Freddie's shades once sold at Bonhams for £800. There is a big mar [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5582 7/7/2009 12:13:00 AM Brian May has announced on his soapbox that the old Hammersmith'75 video has been restored and will soon be released officially, but Seven Seas Of Rhye, See What A Fool I've Been and God Save The Queen are only available in audio format. According to him, even stills from that portion of the concert would be nice to have, and there will be a prize for anyone who can provide material for the new [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5581 7/6/2009 8:45:00 PM Exhibition Runs: 30th July to 13th September 2009 Proud Central presents an intimate photographic portrait of legendary rock band Queen - launching to coincide with the anniversary of the band’s final gig and showcasing revealing, never before seen images. Selected from photographer Peter Hince’s extensive archive, this exhibition is set to reveal the hugely influential band from the unique [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5580 7/5/2009 5:48:00 PM We Will Rock You Birmingham Hippodrome. They’re a hard act to follow – but Queen left a rich musical legacy which has spawned a spectacular show. Die-hard fans of the band may be wary of seeing an assorted gaggle of fresh-faced singers step up to the microphone in place of the late, great Freddie Mercury. But Freddie would surely be proud of the energy, enthusiasm and talent which is keep [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5579 7/5/2009 9:51:00 AM Katy Perry admits she was blown away after Queen guitarist Brian May came to watch her play live in London. Katy Perry "stalked" Brian May. The 'Waking Up In Vegas' singer was stunned when the legendary Queen guitarist came to watch her perform at London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire this week and couldn't hide her adoration for the rocker. Next to a photo of Katy and Brian, she wrote o [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5578 7/4/2009 11:02:00 PM BRIAN MAY is furious after "music thieves" exploited MICHAEL JACKSON's death by releasing previously unheard tracks by the King Of Pop and QUEEN's late frontman FREDDIE MERCURY on the Internet. Jackson, who passed away last week (25Jun09), and Mercury worked together in the 1980s on a number of tracks that have never been heard by the public. May revealed the existence of the songs earlier [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5577 7/4/2009 10:58:00 PM Celebrating the birthdays of Brian May and Roger Taylor http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qImwBnFlsDE Date: 25/07/2009  - 21:30 Place: Blackmore Rock Bar Address: Alameda dos Maracatins, 1317 - Moema - SP Phone: +55 11-5041-9340 Attractions: Official Launch of Queen + Paul Rodgers  DVD "Live in Ukraine" - sale and exchange of rare materials of the band (on event and on line), Karaoke, g [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5576 7/4/2009 8:37:00 AM a night of music at alnwick castle.... 2009 show features full rock band and stars from the West End smash hit musical 'We Will Rock You', combined with the 60-piece English National Orchestra, performing epic arrangements of Queen's music. "With over seventy performers on stage this has to be one of the biggest rock shows on earth, featuring all of Queen's classic hits including: A Kind of [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5575 7/3/2009 5:21:00 PM Queen will be awarded the prestigious ‘Ambassadors of Rock’ award this afternoon at the O2 Silver Clef Luncheon in London. Full press release below. The annual star-studded O2 Silver Clef Luncheon is set to bring the crème de la crème of the music world together to celebrate the prestigious awards ceremony at the Hilton, Park Lane. The infamous awards, held in aid of Nordoff-Robbins Mus [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5574 3/7/2009 12:00:00 AM At the Silver Clef Awards last night (Thursday 3rd July) Queen were give the "Ambassadors of Rock" award. The awards are held to raise funds for music therapy charity Nordoff-Robins. Other winners include: Silver Clef Award - Take That Icon Award - Madness Classical Award - Faryl Smith Best British Band - Stereophonics Digital Award - N-Dubz International Award - Brian Wilson Newcom [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5573 7/3/2009 12:28:00 PM “Freddie Mercury had an aura… whether he was onstage in front of 130,000 people, or picking his teeth at the table” – Peter Hince From a ’tasche and leather cap, to housewife knitwear and epic promo videos, Queen had a magisterial knack for nailing the visual side of their art. Their longtime roadie and photograper, Peter Hince, was on hand through the glory days to capture one of t [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5572 1/7/2009 12:00:00 AM The Queen Online Store have just added a brand new Queen clothing range to the store with prices starting at just £12.99. There is something for everyone with t-shirts for men, ladies and children – and for the first time in a long while, a polo shirt and hoodie. Stunning designs include the classic Crest, Tour ’75, A Night At The Opera, News Of The World and Innuendo. Sou [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5571 1/7/2009 12:00:00 AM Expect Queen to pick up a top award at tomorrow’s, July 3, Silver Clef Awards being held in aid of Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy. The awards will be hosted by Denise Van Outen with guests which include the music industry’s high fliers, artists, celebrities and supporters of the charity. Roger and Brian are among the guest who will be singled out for honours. Full details of the [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5570 2/7/2009 12:00:00 AM New Release from Immortal (Cargo Records). http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B002AAC90C/ref=s9_simz_gw_s0_p15_i1?pf_rd_m=A3JWKAKR8XB7XF&pf_rd_s=center-1&pf_rd_r=0JGY88V1MDBXY2Y7S83R&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=463375193&pf_rd_i=301128 [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5569 6/30/2009 5:28:00 AM The Queen + Paul Rodgers Live In Ukraine DVD/CD is set for a US release later in the Summer. An exact release date will be issued shortly. Source: http://www.queenonline.com/news/1300/ [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5568 6/29/2009 6:59:00 PM The latest update from Montreux Music… The program for the 7th Freddie Mercury’s Montreux Memorial Day is now available. The amazing Montserrat Caballé will be in Montreux for an exceptional recital November 21st. Montserrat will meet Freddie fans the day after her recital (November 22nd) for a « Private Audience » something that has never happened before! Source: [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5567 6/29/2009 6:58:00 PM Hard to know what to say – what to feel. I find myself wondering what might have happened on his tour … the number of dates in the UK that he had committed to was insane … I did have a feeling it was impossible … but I was so shocked to hear that he went so suddenly. Very sad. Of course I still think of him as a boy … he used to come and see us (Queen) play when we [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5566 6/29/2009 6:58:00 PM A series of recordings MICHAEL JACKSON made with FREDDIE MERCURY have remained undiscovered for more than 20 years, according to the QUEEN frontman's bandmate BRIAN MAY. The King Of Pop, who passed away on Thursday (25Jun09), worked with the late Mercury in the 1980s on a number of tracks. And the songs, recorded at Jackson's home, have still never been heard by the public. May writes on hi [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5565 6/29/2009 11:26:00 AM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2b9d4fJ5FXc In 1984 Freddie Mercury talked about how he met Michael Jackson and his oppinions about him... [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5564 6/29/2009 10:25:00 AM Playing classic songs like 'Bohemian Rhapsody', 'We Will Rock You', and 'Crazy Little Thing Called Love', Almost Queen pays honest tribute to Queen's timeless music and legendary concert experience. Almost Queen gives fans a chance to experience their favorite songs LIVE in concert, with extraordinary musicianship and visual spectacle. Die-hard Queen fans appreciate that Almost Queen has performe [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5563 6/27/2009 9:03:00 PM Hello Everyone, I am replacing a hard disk, as well as upgrading the RAM memory in the Queenzone.com server between 2pm - 8pm, USA Eastern Daylight Saving time. That is GMT -5. During this time, the site service may be interrupted. Best wishes, Richard [Read More at Queenzone.com ] http://www.queenzone.com/queenzone/news_view.aspx?news_id=5560 6/25/2009 12:01:00 PM