Queen

Formed:: London, England, 1970
Genre(s):: Rock, Progressive Rock, Glam Rock, Hard Rock
Nationality:: British
Primary Profession(s):: Musicians, Songwriters, Performers

Formation and Early Years

Formed from the remnants of bands Smile and Ibex.
Original lineup consisted of Freddie Mercury (vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar, vocals), John Deacon (bass), and Roger Taylor (drums, vocals).
Signed to EMI Records in 1973.

Career and Major Achievements

Released their self-titled debut album in 1973.
Achieved mainstream success with their third album, Sheer Heart Attack (1974), and the single "Killer Queen".
A Night at the Opera (1975) featured the groundbreaking single "Bohemian Rhapsody", one of the most ambitious and popular songs of all time.
Extensive world tours throughout the 1970s and 1980s solidified their status as a major live act.
Performed at Live Aid in 1985, widely regarded as one of the greatest live performances in rock history.
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.
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Notable Works

Discography

Year	Title
1973	Queen
1974	Queen II
1974	Sheer Heart Attack
1975	A Night at the Opera
1976	A Day at the Races
1977	News of the World
1979	Jazz
1980	The Game
1982	Hot Space
1984	The Works
1986	A Kind of Magic
1989	The Miracle
1991	Innuendo
1995	Made in Heaven

Notable Singles

Bohemian Rhapsody
We Are the Champions
We Will Rock You
Somebody to Love
Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Another One Bites the Dust
Under Pressure (with David Bowie)

Legacy and Impact

Queen's innovative blend of rock, opera, and theatrical elements revolutionized popular music. Their powerful vocals, complex harmonies, and dynamic stage presence have influenced generations of musicians. They are one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with estimated record sales exceeding 300 million.