by Shanes Queen Site | Sep 5, 2018 | Freddie Mercury News
Happy Birthday Freddie Mercury – Remembered Today
Farrokh Bulsara was born on Thursday, 5th of September 1946 on African spice island of Zanzibar, to parents Bomi and Jer Bulsara. Today Freddie Mercury would have been 72 years old and would surely have being rocking away, “not bad for 4 aging Queens”.
Today we remember arguably the greatest musical and rock performer who ever lived.
… feel free to add your ‘Happy Birthday Freddie Mercury’ messages to this post in the comments below.
Happy Birthday Freddie Mercury !
Click here to donate to The Mercury Phoenix Trust.
#FreddieMercury
About Freddie Mercury
Farrokh Bulsara was born on Thursday, 5th of September 1946 on small African spice island of Zanzibar, to parents Bomi and Jer Bulsara. His early school years were spent away from the family as he attended a boarding school in Bombay. Freddie’s father Bomi, was a British diplomat, so they were often moving from one location to another. In 1954, aged only 8 years, Freddie started to attend British College School, St. Peter’s in Panchgan. At this time his schoolmates started to call him by the more English name of Freddie. The school was typically British and in sports Freddie was very strong in boxing and in table tennis, winning many trophies and medals. Freddie also loved art and music and showed great talent in both areas ; playing the piano and performing in school shows and also joining the school choir. Freddie, with the encouragement of the headmaster of the school, did piano lessons and applied himself to them very well achieving Grade IV in both practical and theory. In 1958, five friends at St Peter’s School formed a rock’n roll outfit called ‘The Hectics’ – the members were Freddie Bulsara, Bruce Murray, Derrick Branche, Victory Rana and Farang Irani (Freddie was the piano player in the band). They played at school parties, at annual events and school dances.
by Shanes Queen Site | Nov 24, 2017 | Freddie Mercury News
Freddie Mercury died November 24th 1991 – Anniversary of his passing
On this day in 1991, 24th November at around 6:50 pm Freddie Mercury died at his home in London.
Freddie Mercury died and the world lost its best Rock Front-man.
27 Years on we still Remember Freddie … Freddie Mercury – Lover Of Life, Singer Of Songs: 5th September 1946 – 24th November 1991
Please feel free to leave your comments or Tributes below…
About Freddie Mercury
Farrokh Bulsara was born on Thursday, 5th of September 1946 on small African spice island of Zanzibar, to parents Bomi and Jer Bulsara. His early school years were spent away from the family as he attended a boarding school in Bombay. Freddie’s father Bomi, was a British diplomat, so they were often moving from one location to another. In 1954, aged only 8 years, Freddie started to attend British College School, St. Peter’s in Panchgan. At this time his schoolmates started to call him by the more English name of Freddie. The school was typically British and in sports Freddie was very strong in boxing and in table tennis, winning many trophies and medals. Freddie also loved art and music and showed great talent in both areas; playing the piano and performing in school shows and also joining the school choir. Freddie, with the encouragement of the headmaster of the school, did piano lessons and applied himself to them very well achieving Grade IV in both practical and theory. In 1958, five friends at St Peter’s School formed a rock’n’roll outfit called ‘The Hectics’ – the members were Freddie Bulsara, Bruce Murray, Derrick Branche, Victory Rana and Farang Irani (Freddie was the piano player in the band). They played at school parties, at annual events and school dances.
by Shanes Queen Site | Sep 5, 2011 | Freddie Mercury News
Freddie Mercury 65th Birthday
Farrokh Bulsara was born on Thursday, 5th of September 1946 on African spice island of Zanzibar, to parents Bomi and Jer Bulsara. Today Freddie Mercury would have been 65 years old and would surely have being rocking away, “not bad for 4 aging Queens”. The Freddie Mercury 65th Birthday is marked by radio stations and TV channels running specials about Queen.
Today we remember arguably the greatest musical and rock performer who ever lived. Today – Freddie Mercury 65th Birthday !
Check out Brian May’s Birthday Message to Freddie … feel free to add your Birthday Messages to this post.
Happy Birthday Fred !
About Freddie Mercury
Farrokh Bulsara was born on Thursday, 5th of September 1946 on African spice island of Zanzibar, to parents Bomi and Jer Bulsara. In 1954, aged 8 years, Freddie started to attend British College School, St. Peter’s in Panchgan (near to the city of Bombay). At this time his schoolmates started to call him by the name of Freddie. The school was typically British and in sports Freddie was very strong in boxing and in table tennis, winning many trophies and medals. Freddie also loved art and music and showed great talent in both areas ; playing the piano and performing in school shows and also joining the school choir.
Click here to Read more about Freddie Mercury
Check out the great Google Doodle for Freddie Mercury on Google.com
by Shanes Queen Site | Sep 4, 2011 | Freddie Mercury News
September 5th is Freddie Mercurys Birthday. Below are some media stories hitting the headlines about Freddie’s Birthday.
Sky News
Freddie’s Friends To Attend Charity Auction
http://news.sky.com/home/showbiz-news/article/16061499 (Link expired)
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Celebs honour friend Freddie
http://news.sky.com/home/article/16062302 (Link Expired)
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London Evening Standard
Charity Party to Celebrate Freddie Mercury’s 65th Birthday
http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/showbiz/article-23980025-charity-party-to-celebrate-freddie-mercurys-65th.do (Link Expired)
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by Shanes Queen Site | Mar 19, 2011 | Freddie Mercury News
There are a lot of internet rumours at the moment that Queen are working on some tracks which were laid down in the early 80’s. These tracks feature Freddie Mercury and Michael Jackson who at the time were good friends.
Apparently Queen drummer Roger Taylor, has said that it was Michael who suggested they release “Another one Bites the Dust” as a single which became Queens biggest hit in the U.S.A.
Freddie and Michael laid down 3 tracks called “Victory”, “State of Shock” (later released with Mick Jagger) and “There must Be More to Life than This” (later released on Freddie’s solo album Mr. Bad Guy). These demos were never finished.
The rumour mill has pointed to an interview with a Belgian magazine where Roger Taylor said, “We are now working on some never-before-released songs that Freddy made with Michael in the early 80’s. I’m not allowed to say too much about it but they sound incredible!”.
Internet sources: Legendary MJ; Knack Focus
by Shanes Queen Site | Dec 3, 2010 | Freddie Mercury News
Mojo – The Worlds Best Music Magazine, has an excellent tribute to Freddie Mercury online.
The Cover of Mojo Magazine also has Freddie in a classic pose. The magazine has a feature on Queen Also – the details of the magazine feature are as follows;
“QUEEN: So how did young, quiet Fred Bulsara transform himself into strutting peacock Queen frontman Freddie Mercury? In this fascinating MOJO exclusive Mark Blake takes us from Zanzibar to Kensington Market to Wembley Stadium, speaking to the friends, band members and eyewitnesses who witnessed the grand metamorphosis.”
Source: http://cover.mojo4music.com/Item.aspx?pageNo=1819&year=2011 (Link Expired) 
If you want to read the full on-line Tribute to Freddie Mercury visit MoJo online at
http://www.mojo4music.com/blog/2010/11/freddie_lives.html (Link Expired)
by Shanes Queen Site | Nov 30, 2010 | Freddie Mercury News
As we remember the loss of the incomparable Freddie Mercury on 24th November 1991 – two tribute singles will be released to honour the life and genius of Freddie Mercury.
“November” & “Freddie was a Rocker” are the debut releases from nobodeknows. “November” is a piano based ballad which almost pays a tribute (musically) to Freddie’s “Barcelona” project with Monserrat Caballe, while “Freddie was a Rocker.” provides the definitive rock statment about Freddie Mercury, and features an optimism which was a hallmark of Freddie and Queen’s music.
Sample clips for both songs from nobodeknows can be found on YouTube, and both songs are available as of November 24 exclusively on iTunes UK/Europe, Japan and Canada stores.”
Check samples out at http://www.youtube.com/user/nobodeknows (link expired)
Check the band website out at http://nobodeknows.com (link expired)
by Shanes Queen Site | Sep 12, 2010 | Freddie Mercury News
Freddie Mercury has been named the ‘Greatest Rock Legend of All Time’ on the website OnePoll.com.
Freddie Mercury, beat off the challenge from Elvis Presley to claim the title of Greatest Rock Legend of all Time. The Queen front-man who sold 300 million records after forming Queen in 1970 was best known for his charismatic and dramatic stage presence during his 21 years with Queen.
David Bowie, came third in the poll, followed by Jon Bon Jovi, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison, Slash, and Bono of U2 fame.
“Freddie Mercury had it all the voice, the image, the stage presence, everything,” the Daily Star quoted a OnePoll.com spokesman.
I don’t think anyone would disagree!!
by Shanes Queen Site | Jul 13, 2010 | Freddie Mercury News, Queen Related Events
Are you Ready to Be Freddie for a Day on September 3, 2010?
Have you ever wanted to be Freddie for a day? Freddie For A Day is a celebration of the life of on Mr. Freddie Mercury. This year The Freddie for a Day 2010 celebration takes place on September 3rd, 2 days before his birthday (September 5th).
“Freddie for a Day” is meant to engage people in a fun way to remember Freddie, but will also help raise funds to support the fight against HIV AIDS. The funds will help the Mercury Phoenix Trust, which is a HIV AIDS charitable organisation set up in Freddie’s memory after his passing almost 20 years ago.
How do you help? How can you be Freddie for a Day?
Simply dress up as “Freddie For A Day”, put in curlers and get a hoover, or grow a mustache and put on your best leather gear and get your friends and family to sponsor you!
For full details on how to be “Freddie For A Day 2010” and raise money for HIV AIDS, visit www.mercuryphoenixtrust.com
by Shanes Queen Site | Jun 6, 2010 | Freddie Mercury News, General Queen News
Freddie Wins in BBC TV Poll
The results of the “I’m in a Rock ‘n’ Roll Band” TV Poll were announced by Jonathan Ross in a live TV broadcast last night. Freddie Wins in BBC TV Poll – The TV Poll was conducted under various categories such as Best Band, Best Singer, best Guitarist, Best Drummer, best Bassist and other relevant areas.
As could be expected Freddie Mercury won best singer but Queen lost out to Led Zeppelin in the Best Band category. I would have expected a UK based TV show to have a UK slant on the voting results. Therefore I expected to see Brian May as Best Guitarist and Queen as the Best Band. When I studied the nominees for Best Guitarist, Bassist and Drummer none of our Queen friends were even nominated in the BBC TV Poll.
The results were as follows …
Best Band – Led Zeppelin
Best Singer – Freddie Mercury
Best Guitarist – Jimi Hendrix
Best Drummer – John Bonham
Best Bassists – Flea
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