News about John Deacon

Queen's entire music catalog is in the process of being sold in a distribution deal valuing at over $1 billion. Sony is in the middle of acquiring the rights to Queen's entire music catalog after a long negotiation process and concluded with a record-shattering megadeal worth $1.27 billion. It was previously reported that Sony joined the negotiation in February and a deal was finally and recently struck when a mystery bidder reportedly stopped at $900 million.

On Monday evening, the Queen legend stunned viewers by attending a preview of live concert film Queen Rock Montreal from 1981 at the BFI IMAX in Southbank. The guitarist reminisced on the performances in Montreal and recalled the late Freddie Mercury's global debut in IMAX from January 18-21. Brian said that while discussing where Queen were in their career when the video was shot, he and fellow members Roger Taylor and John Deacon were marginally angry at director Saul Swimmer's film, because a lot of the shots were specifically focused on Freddie.

The top 20 songs that Brits love doing a spring clean have been revealed, with Queen's 'I Want To Break Free' as the top tune to start with. When the album's 11th studio album The Works premiered, it stunned followers. Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon dressed as housewives in a suburban home. Queen hoovering and sweeping in drag has ignited music enthusiasts four decades later, as a survey of 2,000 Britons named it as the nation's highest clean-up effort.

Sir Brian May has admitted to his wretchedness after the death of his driver. On Thursday evening, the Queen patron, 76, took to Instagram to announce that Phil Webb, his 'dear friend,' died from a heart attack. Phil, Sir Brian's chauffeur, had been with him for more than 30 years, and the music legend confirmed that his death was 'one of the saddest days' of his life.

The band members' incredible friendship on the trailblazing I Want To Break free music video was seen for the first time. Candid images, all shot by veteran photographer Simon Fowler, capture the utter joy and glee of the group during the now-legendary filming of the promo. When it came out and had the rockers dressed up as housewives in a suburban home, it stunned music enthusiasts.

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Despite record executives' rejection of a deal, a $1 billion auction of Queen's music catalog is still on the table, according to DailyMail.com. The selling of rights to the iconic British band's music, which includes hits We Will Rock You, Bohemian Rhapsody, and Radio Ga Ga Ga Ga, may bring the surviving members and the Freddie Mercury estate hundreds of millions of dollars per year. Universal Music Group was in advanced discussions with Disney Music Group, which owns the rights in North America, according to reports on Monday. Disney dismissed the news as 'wild rumors,' and said it has no plans to sell its Queen catalog. However, DailyMail.com has learned that a deal is also possible for the lucrative global rights, which are jointly owned by bandmates Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon, as well as the Mercury estate.

According to a recent survey, rock band Queen (pictured) has risen to the top of a definitive all time list of artists British people would most like to see live. According to the researchers, the nation's music enthusiasts would choose the performers to see live from both old and new. With 37 percent of people giving them a vote, the queen, backed by the late, great Freddie Mercury, came in second place, beating The Beatles to second place. The band was formed in London by singer Freddie Mercury, guitarist Brian May, drummer Roger Taylor, and bassist John Deacon.

Sir Brian May said he may return to tour this year as he was honoured by King Charles for his knighthood. 'I am very happy, smiling from ear to ear, particularly because it was the King, which means a lot.' "I suppose getting this award feels like getting approval, like when you get a gold star at college, so it's a good feeling,' he said.'

Sir Brian May will be among those honoured at Buckingham Palace later this year after being granted a knighthood in the New Year Honours. The 75-year-old guitarist in Queen's virtuoso band is behind some of the best riffs in popular music, from Don't Stop Me Now to the harmonies of Some Like It. Freddie Mercury, bassist John Deacon, and drummer Roger Taylor, all scored many number one hits during the group's '80s heyday, touring the world. For his contributions to music and charity, the musician, astrophysicist, and animal rights campaigner is being lauded.

Lewis Capaldi has stated that if his latest albums fail, he would abandon the music industry as he prepares to return to the spotlight after a three-year absence. The singer, 33, who recently announced that he has Tourettes syndrome, said he might be withdrawing from public life altogether, as well as former Queen bassist John Deacon. Ahead of the release of his new single Forget Me he told The Sun: 'If it flops you can pursue a career as a comedian? No, I wouldn't. I would withdraw from public life if it falters.