Brian May Interview | Part 1

[@Gingergryphon]

Brian is adorable. His humility, his candor, that accent…

[@gina_st.george]

That was what made Queen so special... each of them were geniuses in their own right. Brian and John Deacon both have PhDs, Roger Taylor is a dentist, and Freddie had a degree from art school.

[@QueenDynamo]

John didn't have a PhD. He did a post grad degree in acoustics and vibration technology.

[@kezh2010]

Roger's not a dentist. He quit dentistry studies to gain a biology degree. Freddie gained a diploma in art and design.

[@whatsit177]

No Rodger was not a dentist, I saw an interview with him and he said he stopped at the point where I had to look into people's mouths LOL but he did complete a degree in biology

[@malcolme9780]

Not ruined by drugs like 90% of the other old rockstars.

[@th5841]

Wanye Kest Brian has got his brain in the right place.

[@mdaddy775]

Instead of destroying himself, he's enhanced himself over the years. Inspiring

[@freddiemercury7783]

But he has aged badly 😞.

[@jacobpaulson23]

How has he aged badly?

[@merlinthomi]

@@freddiemercury7783 well he's seventy, of course he aged!! But its not very shocking, he is so fit for his age!!

[@dlsfield9770]

I don't think there is any musician out there comparable to Dr.May. I cant get over the humility and charm.

[@jamesrobertburke9500]

dlsfield australian acoustic guitarist tommy emmanuel is lovely guy too

[@gaylachiriaco8667]

@@jamesrobertburke9500 Don't quote me but I do believe that Tommy and Brian are friends.

[@gaylachiriaco8667]

@@StopTheRot Agree 💯%

[@MaKetchup10]

7.27 .." I feel lifes too short , you are not up there to show off" Absolutely say all about Brian May , such a great guy.

[@jamesrobertburke9500]

Music on earth is just an introduction to Heavens music, this life is short but its not the end, put your faith in Jesus ,you must be forgiven ,Jesus gave His Life and died for us, brian is pretty wise i pray he comes to the Lord

[@gaylachiriaco8667]

@@jamesrobertburke9500 Forgiven? Am I supposed to feel guilty for being alive? Where is "heaven" for atheists and agnostics? Wonder what Buddha or Lao Tzu would have to say about your thoughts? I trust science.

[@afaith1940]

I met Brian in the late sixties, I had a Watkins echo box,I took it to an electrical parts shop in Harrow on the Hill, Brian introduced himself and spoke highly of "The Shadows" and how he loved Shadoogie and produced a sixpenny bit that was filed down,This he informed me how to get the sound of that particular track, Brian also told me about how he and his father were making a Guitar out of the wood from over the fireplace, So this would have been well dried out, Burns pick ups, And he was picking up parts for the electrics, Such a nice guy,Even before he was famous!

[@gavinbeacom3251]

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[@ttuanmu]

I’m so jelly.....

[@Scapergal]

Lucky you. Those are memories to cherish

[@schmilew1230]

you're so lucky

[@thomasfleig3499]

Everyone has heard the story of how Brian made his guitar, and how he bought 3 pickups for £9 pounds, I believe. So you were there to actually see part of that iconic story, as it was happening. Very cool.

[@mr.bonkles1318]

What a humble and magnanimous dude Brian May is. For a guy who inspired countless guitarists to play, he is really mellow about the whole thing.

[@giuly8jojo]

When he said that roger plays to freddie and he plays to roger and thar sometimes he thinks he's going too fast my heart broke a little, I love him.

[@TheDogPa]

He deserves a nod for the huge amount of charity work he does. A true "Champion".

[@jeffmakor7135]

He survived apparently intact and sane. He's made a real difference to his chosen fields. Thanks Brian.

[@Schnitzengruben]

Brian has been Brian for all these years, that's what I respect and admire. That consistency over time is very rare in the business.

[@lilly4069]

I could listen to Brian talk all day...

[@TomTobin67]

Doctor May really engages me when he speaks. He makes me think outside of the box. Gotta love that.

[@adrianamarria1102]

He's so cute, the most humble and loyal rockstar ever

[@Rosiejanedoe]

Adriana Manuputty he’s my old man crush. Seriously never been attracted to a man his age before. Just ugh! I want to hug him.

[@fragilefamilytree7611]

Incredibly solitary and moving moment at 14:04 when Brian goes within himself for but a moment when thinking of Freddie. Best Brian moment I’ve ever seen. I want there to be this Heaven that I’ve been told about by my grandma, I’ll keep believing.

[@raytorvalds3699]

Such a lovely and open guy. I love Brian May too.

[@Scapergal]

Great interview. Just love Bri's honesty. He's utterly amazing to be embarking on yet another world tour. Most of us in our 60s have had enough of work and are looking forward to retirement but not him. He's recently released another book, worked with NASA on the New Horizons project and of course his work with animal rights and a dozen other ventures that fill his life. I saw the KZbin of his bungled guitar riffs and it was extremely tacky. He's played millions of chords and notes correctly over the years, so to have the few occasions where it went badly is extremely unfair without stating what was going on at the time that led to the mistake. As Bri said in this interview, things can and do go wrong in the live environment. Hat's off to him for his continuing enthusiasm and energy in wanting to entertain us after all these years, Few rock stars of his vintage are touring or if they do it's only a few shows here and there.

[@margaretsardo7943]

What wonderful , beautiful,intelligent man, just adore listening to Brian May! Thank you for still wanting to entertain all of us! We love you,and Queen, and of course Freddie Mercury!

[@JohnWDGTandTele]

Haven't even finished watching the whole thing yet but I have to say that I really agree with Brian about not playing to show off. What a refreshing comment from a musician with the talent he has! PLAY WHAT YOU ENJOY!

[@abdelkaderelbrazi]

That has always been my problem, actually. It happens to be that I do enjoy ONLY showing off. I always hated that "play what you enjoy" stuff as it never appealed to me. When I play slow I feel like I'm going nowhere and start falling asleep. Do you guys have that too? Or am I the only freak here? Of course, I do enjoy the complexity of an occasional fingerstyle lick which I attempt to learn, but in general - the faster the better. I tried to slow myself down sometimes but it never works.

[@gaylachiriaco8667]

@@abdelkaderelbrazi I see your point of view, but eventually your ego will overshadow your show off priority.

[@abdelkaderelbrazi]

@@gaylachiriaco8667 I truly hope so. 5 years after I wrote the original comment - it still hasn't really changed :P

[@gaylachiriaco8667]

@@abdelkaderelbrazi When is your next tour? I'd like to see/hear what you mean.

[@richardbradbury9105]

Brian once said playing for two hours it’s like being in athlete, you give it your all! So he is bang on

[@gntsldr848]

I love Brian as person and guitarist.. nice and calm guy and a legend on guitar

[@hellozaira]

Excellent, fantastic interview! Brian is wonderful as always-true rockstar with a genuine humility. He always gives great interviews no matter what is the quality if the interviewer. But this guy on the right is fantasitc interviewer. Perhaps it comes from the fact that they appearently know each other and he respects Brian and doesnt try to get some flashy news out if him. Loved it! Thank you!

[@the_minimalistic_adventure]

Brian is such a great guy. Super nice and humble.

[@RockFan98]

“I think some Bastard put together a compilation of all my mistakes” I died at that. I think that’s the closest thing I’ve ever heard Brian come to insult a fan. Lol Atleast he thinks it’s funny

[@woozihae]

Someone actually did 😂 but those "mistakes" Weren't even actual mistakes LOL he swiftly and gracefully adjusted and didn't stop. A real damn legend 💕

[@cketelae]

Brian remained humble despite the huge successes he's been through over the past 40 years....not a very original question but I would ask him which bands/music he likes nowadays.

[@niman00]

he talks a lot about Muse.

[@ExtremeBogom]

Believe it not Brian May was a Pantera fan back in the day!

[@ONLYFOOLSNVIDEOS]

seriously? i cant imagine that haha but thats very cool. then again i bet a lot of people wouldnt believe that phil anselmo is a smiths' fan.

[@gearguitarguy]

He has mentioned Nuno Bettencourt of Extreme in past interviews as someone he admires.

[@michaelangeloh.5383]

Mow Ville - You don't act like 19, though... - Then again, maybe for today's standards.

[@niman00]

Brian is such an amazing man, so talented, love him.

[@user-xf7gh7sg9v]

I think without his hair during 70’s, You wouldn’t think Brian would be in a Rock & Roll band knowing that he’s very calm, and so soft spoken not a typical for a rockstar. 😄 Thanks heaven he’s not ruined by drugs. 🌟❤️

[@n5ifi]

Always enjoy Brian's interviews.............

[@nandanmuralidhar160]

Great interview...very modest despite Brian may's big achievements

[@Joeobrown1]

I love Brian May/Queen. Great interview, I like the part where he talks about the more difficult bits to play, not many talk about that

[@TheDogPa]

I love that he knows he is talking to guitar players and not just fans. So down to earth.

[@merqury5]

What a great interview. Brian is at ease and answers without treading on eggshells.

[@basstian]

Such a clever soft-spoken man. Really enjoyable interview.

[@mariasummerer1339]

Brian May ia a genuine nice human being

[@barrywebber100]

I always loved the track Now I'm Here from when it was originally released, great riff! Great interview, Brian is a gem we can all be proud of here in the UK. Thanks for posting.

[@whatsit177]

I'm proud of him and I'm from the US LOL

[@brunofelixmusic]

Great guy, iconic musician.

[@harlcc261]

What a great interview. Brian just being Brian. Great guy !!

[@jeczybula]

Brian May is the greatest man on earth. Such a good person and an amazing musician.

[@bennettskb555]

Wonderful interview, thank you Brian and Jamie.

[@mjoslin100]

I had the pleasure to be at Queen + Adam Lambert on the 13th December 2017. Simply mind blowing. Thanks for the music and the guitar Brian. Regards to Jamie Humpries too. Please plan a trip to Malta

[@whatsit177]

I haven't seen any of their concerts with the Adam Lambert yet so I'm not going to comment at this time I'll have to watch and see

[@johnsheather426]

Great interview. What a legend and a lovely man as well

[@TonyButterworthPhoto]

Brian May! So modest! What a legend! I could listen to him all day. I’m so lucky to have seen Queen live a couple of times in the 80s. 🙂🎸

[@alexandert696]

Such a lovely fellow .

[@jackierobinson5766]

johno doh yep, But I'll tell ya Pete Townshend is definitely a better guitarist.

[@FTStratLP]

So what?

[@AlbertoJorgeSoares]

Jackie robinson - You must be out of your mind...! Townshend always was an average guitar player! His main card was/is song composition. He's a brilliant song writer.

[@joethrelfall6370]

+Jackie robinson no he isnt brian is better

[@MoishHas]

Brian, my favorite person on earth

[@iainwhite3476]

This is rare, every comment is positive about Brian, as well as a killer guitar player he seems the coolest kindest dude on the planet

[@MercutioUK2006]

It's refreshing to see precisely how articulate and candid Brian can be - very revealing and enjoyable interview.

[@humanbeing2420]

Wow - hearing him talk about making sure he plays enough in advance of a tour to ensure he has calluses on his fingers - for some reason I find that fascinating.

[@strawbrryfld1]

🤓 I’d like to hear some of the other songs myself !!! My favorite Queen songs aren’t the typical ones....

[@timotot123]

Legend! What a beautiful soul. Awesome Man

[@roshanak_mtd]

He has a beautiful voice!

[@spitfire4sergi]

If this interview went on for 3 hours I’d watch it non stop. Awesome stuff!

[@Jemppu]

now searching "Brian May mistakes"... I'm sorry, Brian! But this is so lovingly human of you

[@Alex-nk8bw]

- any random YT guitarist: "I can play everything blindfolded, with my hands tied behind my back!" - one of the greatest rock guitarists on the planet: "if I can't see the dots, I'm screwed." Honestly, Brian is the most humble being imaginable, what a great guy! 😀

[@Classicgamer73]

Such a nice and honest bloke Brian really is. Pleasure to listen too!

[@marceloabelenda]

Fantastic interview!!!!! Millon thanks!!!

[@wickedcrypto6004]

Great interview Jamie. I think Brian May is just awesome what a humble guitarist.

[@sigridschulz3201]

Fantastic interview with Brian May. I enjoy to listen to him every time! He really is a true an intellegence gentleman

[@heartwilson.8943]

He publicly discussed his depression and was almost suicidal which I couldn’t believe that , but then I thought , he’s human, and that shit can hit anybody , inc myself .

[@whatsit177]

Yes it hits a lot of people.

[@martyndavis5291]

A true legend.

[@ThePedroDB]

Highly entertaining and informative. Great job Jamie! That is possibly the most open and relaxed I have seen Brian in an interview. Lovely to see. Brian has been a (guitar) hero of mine for many years. Looking forward to Part 2 becoming available for viewing

[@jeffuntalan]

The 6 people who disliked probably love the three note pop we have nowadays

[@Smudgie]

How many times has he patiently and graciously answered the same questions? Particularly about his guitar. I for one am grateful for it.

[@terrytickler]

very humble

[@donald-parker]

I love playing Queen material. Not your standard Intro, verse, verse, chorus, etc . Even when you can identify structures that are verse-like or chorus-like they are often very different at different points in the song. Lots of key changes, and subtle timing changes, and structure changes. You can't go on autopilot - you really have to pay attention. But that keeps it interesting and fresh for me.

[@EvaRocenova]

Dr.Brain May se necha poslouchat cele hodiny a nikdy neomrzi,je primi a umi o vsem s pokorou mluvit bez vytacek,jeho mily a uzasny postoj ke kazde otazce je kouzlo vypraveni,moc vas miluju ❤❤❤

[@sevidg]

Amazing human being! I love him!!!

[@TheJayson8899]

This guy’s got an IQ of 180. He was an astrophysicist and declined an offer by NASA. Honestly can’t tell.

[@Nina-oi1qk]

I think he still works with NASA on occasion

[@QueenDynamo]

@@Nina-oi1qk He only collaborated with them on the New Horizons mission

[@cmoeller3]

I sure can... He's very articulate and deliberate in all his answers.. takes everything he does seriously yet has fun with it

[@adriannewest8522]

When Brian does an interview with other journalist he is very guarded. When interviewed by other musicians like in this interview he is comfortable and himself , Can see he is very comfortable here

[@alexjohnston8889]

Well I for one I'd love to hear whole queen gig with songs that were not on greatest hits 1 2 &3

[@theresasutherland2380]

I have recently discovered a lot of hidden gems that I'm sure the audience would love.

[@GazMoz78]

Brilliant in every way! Now where's part 2????? :-)

[@almonasaable]

Love , love interviews with Brian {Dr. May} !

[@sharronarturi1690]

Oh Dear Dr. May, I as a big fan I never notice any mistakes!! 💕🎶🔥👌

[@alastair883]

Humble, creative, gentle and wise and a great musician and guitarist. Also not forgetting his love and care for wildlife. It is very Interesting and calming to listen to his interviews and documentaries.

[@dl4350]

i bloody love the solo in seven seas of rhye...

[@Nghilifa]

This is great! Thanks!

[@wt8012]

Two wonderful musicians and people here. Great video!

[@YaelzErnst]

What a beautiful man- inside and out. :)

[@jannecapelle_art]

god hes so cute. hes 70 but hes so cute. how?? 😂

[@FirebrandVOCALS]

All Queen songs were hits 😎👊🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@ether_lana3921]

not sure why, but 'Save Me' was always my fave Q song

[@whatsit177]

Wish we could have saved Freddy

[@ivee3885]

@@whatsit177 freddie*

[@whatsit177]

OOPS

[@giuly8jojo]

the story at 12:00 is so nice💕

[@mikedonovan4768]

Great stuff ! I just love the honesty. Muchas gracias for posting. :)

[@mariejohnson219]

Don't you just want to slap him when he says rubbish like he's not a great guitar technician? I've heard hm play flamenco guitar on Red for Innuendo... not the studio album, but live! His peers like Jeff Beck describe him as the best rock oriented guitarist. High praise indeed for someone who is according to Brian, technically "incompetent"!

[@franbell3594]

He keeps it real, he doesn't have tickets on himself, he's humble and sincere and he might underplay his own abilities but doesn't that make him a much lovelier person than someone who is constantly telling the world how wonderful he is? What's not to love about Brian May and quite frankly, no, I don't want to slap him, I want to hug him!

[@stockman1514]

Crazy he was able to do that live since Steve Howe did a phenomenal job on the studio version

[@whatsit177]

No I don't want the slapping but maybe give him a big ol hug and say you're wrong you're great

[@chaschk2]

Brian is the best ever!

[@Dressagevids]

I only came here for the badgers

[@jamesheath7601]

His voice is soothing

[@msobrevia]

What a GREAT Interview!!!

[@RickyLeroyBrownMusic]

that was pure inspriation Dr.May...

[@ArturoRojasEnei]

"Brian May Interview", that's all I needed to click on the like button and subscribe myself to the channel.

[@michaelglendenning4100]

Where's the knighthood? So many bland Sirs flouncing about!

[@tdearsan]

right?!

[@Rosiejanedoe]

He should be Sir Dr. Brian May

[@alextheguitarist7282]

Where's the Noble Prize?

[@MatoMisik]

Very nice. Thank you for this :)

[@lifecoach5336]

great interview

[@dondanzig]

Yeah, that bit where Freddie "sings" a part of Love of my life its kind of nasty, made me cry for the rest of the song. Well, I cried through the whole concert, so it doesn't matter

[@daffodilyellow2430]

Nasty? What?

[@Iceman-xx1kh]

Brian is Brian there is no other. Genial song master and guitar player ❤

[@joshmitchell1987]

An unbelievably humane and human guy for a knight and a doctor both. Personal hero.

[@AndrewAHayes]

It would be awesome if Brian could recreate the building of the Red Special by building another one!

[@treetrout3987]

At 15:40 Brian Talks about soft fingertips and blisters. When I was a kid in the 70's I used to put the flaps of skin - from the Blister(s) - in place and use my sisters nail varnish to harden, or re- harden my fingertips. It worked?!!

[@colefisher8638]

Looks really good for his age

[@goldenoldiesmusicandfilm9373]

Jamie you lucky man id love to chat to brian

[@paulvcarter]

Fantastic

[@ukguitarnoodle]

great honesty