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21 Years Ago: Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert Dazzles London

Eduardo Rivadavia — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:00:44 +0000

The death of Queen singer Freddie Mercury due to AIDS-related complications on Nov. 24, 1991, left his legions of fans and fellow members of rock’s ruling aristocracy thoroughly shell-shocked. But over the ensuing months, the surviving members of Queen put all of their considerable resources towards organizing a massive concert at London’s Wembley Arena that [...]

Recently Discovered Freddie Mercury Cemetery Marker Missing

Billy Dukes — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:02:37 +0000

A plaque that until this year few knew existed has gone missing. The marker is believed to represent the the final resting place of Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury, who died in 1991. For over 20 years no one knew where Mercury's ashes were scattered, and now the plaque believed to represent just that spot has seemingly blown away in the wind.

Freddie Mercury's Rolls-Royce Sold at Auction

Jeff Giles — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:28:57 +0000

Queen's Freddie Mercury may have enjoyed singing about riding his bicycle, but like any rock star worth his salt, he had plenty of gasoline-powered wheels too -- and thanks to a recent auction, one of his nicest cars now has a new owner.

Katy Perry and Kristen Stewart Fighting Over Role in Freddie Mercury Movie?

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:16:22 +0000

Pop singer Katy Perry and 'Twilight' star Kristen Stewart are reportedly fighting over a plum role in an upcoming movie about the life of flamboyant Queen front man Freddie Mercury. According to a recent article, the pair are both vying against Lady Gaga for the role of Mary Austin, Mercury's lifelong best friend and confidante with whom he had a romantic relationship in the '70s.

Queen's Brian May Says Freddie Mercury Biopic Is 'On Course'

Dave Lifton — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 15:00:06 +0000

Few rockers have lived a life as deserving of a biopic as Queen's Freddie Mercury. Apparently, people in Hollywood agree, because yesterday (Oct. 10) guitarist Brian May spilled the news that such a film is in the works.

Freddie Mercury to Become an Angry Bird

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 11:19:20 +0000

Late Queen frontman Freddie Mercury is being honored in the most amazing of ways, and not just by having Sacha Baron Cohen portray him in an biopic. The vocalist is now an honorary member of the Angry Birds family.

Queen Announce 'Freddie For a Day' Party Competition

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:28:21 +0000

Attention Freddie Mercury fans! The members of Queen have come up with a nifty new solution for your party planning needs. The group have announced the ‘Freddie For a Day’ party pack, which allows you and your friends to enjoy a Freddie-themed party and share the results for the chance to win some prizes.

Freddie Mercury's History Chronicled in 'The Great Pretender' Documentary

Chad Childers — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 11:10:42 +0000

Most remember Freddie Mercury as the frontman for Queen, but a new documentary film takes things a little further by digging through the archives to chronicle the singer’s life, career, and even his solo projects. Titled ‘The Great Pretender,’ the film will be available from Eagle Rock Entertainment on DVD and Blu-Ray beginning Sept. 25. [...]

Katy Perry Seeking Role in Freddie Mercury Film

Chad Childers — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 21:50:34 +0000

Pop star Katy Perry has been looking to expand her acting career, and reportedly has shown interest in joining the upcoming film based upon late Queen vocalist Freddie Mercury.

Long Live the Queen

Adam West — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:04:28 +0000

There is new music coming from Queen! Actually, it’s new versions of “Keep Yourself Alive”, and “Stone Cold Crazy.” These two tracks will be on a single due out later this month called Stormtroopers in Stillettos. One of these alternate versions was recorded in 1975, as part of re-release intended for the U.S. that never [...]