This Associated Press feature examines Queen's changing musical direction following the release of Hot Space. Through comments from bassist John Deacon and the band's publicity team, the article discusses the group's move towards funk and dance music, the reaction of fans and radio stations, and Queen's determination to keep evolving despite criticism. Publication: Star-Phoenix Date: October 2, 1982 Country: Canada Written by James Simon, the article focuses on Queen's decisi

A full-page illustrated profile from the German teen magazine Bravo dated May 27, 1981, spotlighting Brian May as Queen’s intellectual leader.

The 7 August 1979 issue of Circus features a multi-page photo spread on Queen. Publication: Circus Date: August 7, 1979 Country: United States The pages open with a full-page black-and-white group portrait of Queen, accompanied by a caption noting that Beach Boy Brian Wilson said Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” was so good that it scared him, and that Live Killers shows the studio band can cut it onstage as well. Subsequent pages present live performance shots of Freddie Mercury

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

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 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