Queen (March 2026) Queen II Reissue Competition & London Event with Brian May

An official EMI competition announcement tied to the expanded reissue of Queen’s landmark 1974 album Queen II.

SOURCE DETAILS

Publication: EMI Store official announcement

Date: March 2026

Country: United Kingdom / International

Section / Pages: Online competition & event promotion

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This 2026 reissue campaign celebrates one of Queen’s most ambitious and creative early works. The competition and associated event reflect continued strong interest in the band’s classic catalogue, with Brian May’s personal involvement highlighting the enduring connection between the band’s past and present

THE STORY

EMI launched an exclusive pre-order competition for the newly expanded Queen II reissues. Fans who pre-order any format from the EMI Store before 23:59 GMT on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, are automatically entered to win two tickets to a special London event introduced by Sir Brian May. The evening, titled Queen II – Queen’s Masterstroke: More Than Remastered!, will feature rare insights from Brian May into the making and legacy of the album.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: EMI Queen II reissue pre-order competition & Brian May London event Era: 2026 – 50th anniversary campaign period (original album 1974) Tone: Celebratory and fan-focused Audience: Queen fans and collectors worldwide

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