Queen's Untold Stories: Curiosities and Rare Stories Anecdote Write me an original article

 Queen, one of the most iconic rock bands in history, is known around the world for hits such as "Bohemian Rhapsody", "We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions". But behind the scenes, band members Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon had their own unique stories that often go untold. Here are some lesser-known facts and anecdotes that shed new light on the band's rich history.

Freddie Mercury and His Cats

Freddie Mercury was known for his love of cats. He had several of them, and each one had its own special place in his house. Mercury often called home from tour just to "talk" to the cats. His song "Delilah", which was included on the album "Innuendo", was dedicated to one of his favorite cats.

Brian May and His Guitar

Queen guitarist Brian May built his famous guitar, known as the Red Special, with his father when he was still a teenager. The guitar was made, among others, made of reclaimed wood, including a fragment of the old May family fireplace. To this day, May uses this guitar in all her live performances and recordings.

Brian May and His Guitar

Queen guitarist Brian May built his famous guitar, known as the Red Special, with his father when he was still a teenager. The guitar was made, among others, made of reclaimed wood, including a fragment of the old May family fireplace. To this day, May uses this guitar in all her live performances and recordings.

Roger Taylor and His Clothing Store

Before achieving fame with Queen, Roger Taylor, the band's drummer, ran a clothing store in London's Kensington. The store was called "The Kensington Market" and was a popular place for young people in the 1970s.

John Deacon and His Inventions

John Deacon, Queen's bassist, was not only a musician, but also a talented engineer. He designed the "Deacy Amp", a special amplifier that was used by the band in many recordings. Deacon also had electronic skills, which he used to create sound effects on Queen albums.

Surprising Fact About "Another One Bites the Dust"

One of Queen's biggest hits, "Another One Bites the Dust", written by John Deacon, was not initially planned as a single. It was suggested by Michael Jackson, who was a friend of the band members and convinced them that the song had the potential to become a big hit.

Summary

Queen, despite her global fame and recognition, still hides many lesser-known facts and stories. These anecdotes attest to the band's rich and complex history that goes beyond their music. From the band members' personal interests to unexpected inspirations, Queen remains a fascinating topic for music fans around the world.