Queen: (Baroque Glam)

In May 1979, Hit Parader magazine updated American fans on Queen’s ongoing world tour as the band continued to dominate stages with their flamboyant live shows. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Hit Parader Date: May 1979 Country: United States Section / Pages: Interior feature (page 33) THE STORY This single-page report covers Queen’s 1979 tour activities, highlighting recent performances, the band’s spectacular stage production, and their status as one of the biggest live rock ac

The July 19, 1977 edition of the Manchester Evening News features a major article on Queen titled “The Perfect Way To Win”, part two of a series on the supergroup, highlighting their rise, image, and critical reception. Publication: Manchester Evening News Date: July 19, 1977 Country: United Kingdom Location: Manchester Section: Pop Parade / Music Feature THE STORY The article explores Queen’s journey from their early days to becoming one of Britain’s most successful rock ba

Publication: The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, California) Date: Sunday, July 3, 1977 “Queen Is Coming” Short news item announcing that Queen had just begun recording a new album in London. The article states the new album should be ready in time for the group’s upcoming North American tour (October 20 – December 2, 1977). It notes that the tour would begin on the West Coast and include an engagement at the Inglewood Forum. An Elektra spokesperson confirmed the shows would

The June 1977 edition of German teen magazine Popfoto features Freddie Mercury of Queen on the cover, highlighting the band’s rising international success. Publication: Popfoto Date: June 1977 (No. 6) Country: Germany Location: Germany Section: Front Cover THE STORY The vibrant cover shows a striking close-up of Freddie Mercury, with headlines teasing stories on Queen, Smokie, Neil Diamond, and a “Rollers-Skandal” feature inside. CONTEXT AND NOTES This cover captures Queen a

The June 1977 edition of Hit Parader magazine features an extensive 8-page analysis of Queen’s album A Day at the Races, exploring the band’s artistic vision and musical evolution. Publication: Hit Parader Date: June 1977 Country: United States Location: USA Section: In-depth Album Feature THE STORY The article provides detailed perspectives on A Day at the Races, discussing songwriting, production, and the band’s place in contemporary rock music. It includes commentary on in

In May 1977, America’s Only Rock ’n’ Roll Magazine Creem put Queen front and centre with a striking cover featuring Freddie Mercury and Brian May at the peak of their powers. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Creem Date: May 1977 Country: United States Section / Pages: Front Cover THE STORY This iconic cover promotes an in-depth feature on Queen, highlighting Freddie Mercury shirtless and in full theatrical mode alongside Brian May. The issue also teases major stories on Thin Lizzy

Advertisement from NME promoting Boots’ exclusive Queen competition and £1 off every Queen album.

Elegant full-page promotional advertisement in New Musical Express for Queen’s single “You’re My Best Friend”, featuring a beautiful heraldic illustration with lions, eagles, and a central crest. PUBLICATION Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 26, 1976 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Advertisement / Promo Page Title: Queen — YOU’RE MY BEST FRIEND THE STORY The ad promotes the re-release of “You’re My Best Friend” (originally from the A Night at the Oper

A warm, melodic ballad written by bassist John Deacon for his wife, “You’re My Best Friend” became one of Queen’s most beloved and commercially successful singles from the landmark album A Night at the Opera. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Queen Label: EMI Date: June 18, 1976 Catalogue: EMI 2494 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “You’re My Best Friend” Written by: John Deacon Produced by: Roy Thomas Baker, Queen B-Side: “‘39” Written by: Brian May Produced by: Roy Thomas B

A detailed and insightful Circus Magazine interview with Queen’s guitarist Brian May, exploring the three distinct phases of his musical and personal development, his innovative guitar techniques, and the band’s rising stardom during their breakthrough Sheer Heart Attack era in 1975. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Publication: Circus Magazine Date: July 6, 1975 Country: United States Section: Major Artist Interview / FeatureScott Cohen’s in-depth interview with Brian May d