What Happened To John Deacon - The Sad Story

March 1st, 1971, John Richard Deacon became the fourth and final member of Queen, as history recounts it, not only because he was a brilliant bass player, but he was also quiet and didn’t try to upstage the others. John Deacon is very much the mystery man of the Queen story. Yes, he was the one who wrote tracks like "I Want To Break Free" and "Another One Bites The Dust".
The closest to him in the hand was of course Freddie.
FREDDIE MERCURY'S friendship with John Deacon was based on trust and support. There was so much more to it than that and John also proved his intense loyalty to Freddie. But his untimely death shook John and then things were never ever the same.
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[@ronaldknoebel3247]

Q15

[@Bot101101]

The only thing that is sad is this sensationalist piece of trash video.

[@BradleyFerguson-oi5ym]

Why do all you ‘KZbinrs’ create such pathetic headlines. Obviously an enticement to watch. Show some integrity and you may achieve more subscribers. There is no sad story about John Deacon

[@craigphillips6308]

Wow, this is not a ‘sad story’ at all. It’s the story of someone who walked away with dignity after his close friend died. I absolutely respect John Deacon, as a musician, songwriter and most of all, someone who knew that Queen without Freddie is not Queen at all.

[@danapb]

I agree. It sounds like he is doing quite well with his wife and family. Good for him!

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@danapb John Deacon's wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@แจนจณิชาภิรมยาภรณ์]

I agree with you.I also see and read many message people mentioned him in many (elsewhere) comments like disrespect to him. But I think He is graceful in posing after Freddy's departure.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@แจนจณิชาภิรมยาภรณ์ John Deacon's wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@kurtwild9323]

Exactly!!

[@anitap2142]

Why can't people just leave him alone? He retired when Freddie died, because he believed no one could replace him. Couldn't agree more. He deserves his privacy and peace. His grief over Freddie must have been immense.

[@debbieworthington6151]

True, John said, on record that he didn't want to be in the band anymore because without FREDDIE, theirs no QUEEN. And people need to respect his privacy and give him the respect that is his due!

[@Kraggypandapops]

There's a KZbin video showing a 'fan' asking John for numerous signatures whilst John is sat in his car. Obviously, the human leech wanted to sell the signatures so he could line his own pocket with money and recorded it to show the signatures were genuine. I agree with you, everyone should leave John alone.....

[@debbieworthington6151]

@@Kraggypandapops i don't get people...everyone who knows how John feels about his privacy, should do just that! And if they don't know, then they really don't know the band QUEEN! Leave the guy alone people!!

[@charlesnathen8444]

He's right I will never listen to Lambert

[@kashfiaislam9995]

What the fuck? John Deacon getting married to a brown eyed woman is like Aishwarya Rai getting married to a blonde haired blue eyed man. 🎭🎨🥁🎸

[@Groovemeister]

Jeez. Leave the guy alone. He has his family, memories and wealth. He needs nothing but the privacy he wants. He has earned that and we should respect it.

[@musixion]

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[@roxannewilliams5609]

well said

[@tenaciousb4853]

I have to agree with Steve. Just from things I've read and keep hearing on KZbin, there's a definite vibe that says he's one very talented man who's earned a lot of respect. He's also earned a lot of protection from those who love him most, even though they may not totally understand him. Let him have his peace, his privacy, his life. ❤

[@F1KillerQueen]

I am with you. I am if I was in his situation. I would say "Thank you very much". Thinking to myself, I have got a good life. Set up for the rest of my life. Spend time with my family etc. Good on him. I have got nothing but huge amount of RESPECT for him. He can pop round the corner shop or go to his local pub with his good lady wife for Sunday lunch and a pint and leave a quiet life. Do not blame the chap at all.

[@shonacole2124]

Agreed

[@robertdavies7019]

Nothing sad about retirement. His choice and we should respect and accept that. I would like to thank the guy for his contribution

[@TxcaBxbbles]

Yes that’s true

[@dont_follow5777]

Amen.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon's wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@mrvlsmrv]

I'm sure he doesn't miss touring. Now he can travel wherever he wants. Whenever he wants. As long as he wants. Deacy's had a pretty cool life.

[@ToledoNative]

I'll save you 7 minutes. Freddie's death hit him hard. He believed that Queen Without Freddie really wasn't Queen at all so he retired. End of story

[@musixion]

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[@clareb8015]

👏👏👏👏

[@toffonardi7037]

I can't blame him... Imean I saw live queen+ paul rodgers and I ' m thankful because I could see at least 2 of them (I felt shivers when brian performed love of my life, that gave an idea of what could be a live show with freddie......) but at the same time.....was far way long from being a real queen live show.....

[@clareb8015]

@@toffonardi7037 Paul Rodger was great with those two. Wish I'd seen them live.

[@toffonardi7037]

@@clareb8015 I appreciated that he didn't want to imitate freddie at all...he used his own style

[@adamdodgshon638]

He didn’t “leave the group at the height of their fame”. He left when Freddie died.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@angelinadigrazzia5401 Rapper Machine Gun Kelly’s natural eye color is the same as John Deacon’s wife, Veronica Tetzlaff’s natural eye color.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon is heavily tattooed. John Deacon is as heavily tattooed as rapper Machine Gun Kelly. John Deacon’s entire upper body is tattooed except for his hands and face.

[@klove5957]

He left after Freddie died

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@Snap your fingers snap your neck But rapper Machine Gun Kelly is a very talented guitarist. Rapper Machine Gun Kelly is a very skilled guitarist like Buckethead. 🎹🥁🎸

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@Snap your fingers snap your neck But rapper Machine Gun Kelly looked a lot like the young Buckethead unmasked when he played drummer Tommy Lee in the movie The Dirt. 🎭🎨🥁🎸

[@rainerfilsinger2323]

So, where's the sad story? John Deacon found the right moment to say "it's over". Most artists don't. Lucky John Deacon.

[@alexandergenov]

The sad story is everything that happened following John Deacon's departure. His two colleagues in Queen did a good job over the last two decades by ruining the glorious image of the band in various ways. Musicals, movies, crappy singers to replace Freddie and so on. Tastelessness beyond limits. Queen was over with Freddie's death. The tribute concert at Wembley, Made In Heaven album and that final song "No One But You" were relevant as an epitaph, but everything done afterwards is rubbish.

[@colingeddes2172]

@@alexandergenov i totaly get what u r saying regarding the bands legacy, it was the same with led zep when bonzo sadly passed away the other 3 members said the band was no more. I wasnt a huge queen fan and i know queen fans wont agree with me but i actually thought paul rodgers was a better vocalist than freddie.

[@stephanegosselin3010]

@@colingeddes2172 Paul Rodgers is an amazing rock singer though his vocal range is nothing near Freddie’s vocal range, Freddie was the most versatile singer that rock music as ever seen, or heard.

[@del5582]

I agree. I can understand not wanting to perform with any of these poseurs in Mercury's shadow. I also find it kind of contrived that they had to replace Mercury with Lambert, another campy gay.

[@RARenfield]

Queen has become a sad story. They all should've had the class to hang it up when Freddie died, a la Led Zeppelin. Sounds like Deaky did it right. He looks happy to me. Having said that, I saw Queen live many times (starting with the Santa Monica Civic show in '75) and Freddie didn't use his famous vocal range live. He was very protective of his voice, and live performances suffered as a result. Hell, I could've sung his stuff live. Pathetic. Even their live L.P., Killer Queen, shows his obvious lack of range on stage. Say what you want about Elton John, but before he developed polyps on his vocal cords, he sang all the high notes LIVE! Elton's '73 Hollywood Bowl concert performance was incredible, including all the high notes from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. And he's still singing.

[@marcosvalverde2451]

Much respect for this man. He gets nothing to prove, and now is living a peaceful life with his family. I admire him so much. God bless you John.

[@thandisamqhaba7340]

AMEN.

[@sambee4927]

Why do you guys idolize fallible human beings that will soon burn in the Lake of Fire for eons and eons if they don't accept the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior?

[@williamdonnelly8532]

Marcos Valverde,what a brilliant comment!👌

[@prisonmike3605]

@@sambee4927 why don’t you take your pretentious self somewhere else if you have such a problem with celebrities then.

[@tiedyedkarma]

@@sambee4927 Why are you such a gobshite? Jesus wasn't a gobshite.

[@MrKockabilly]

The guy has retired from a fruitful work and career, devoted full-time to his family, financially stable, and - best of all - without the tension and extreme social pressure. This is actually a success story.

[@daveanaru3038]

Unquestionably a success story.

[@kongmik]

Yes, just spended 25 year with a band. The lead figure in the band dies so why continue?

[@HAJB_]

Davie504

[@Gauchothedog]

Certainly financial stable!🤓

[@michaelbauers8800]

Guy is still alive. Has lots of money. Doesn't seem to have any controversy. How is it a sad story. Click bait

[@DragonPop64]

Not a sad story, John Deacon is probably the happiest of the band. He lived his dream, and now is living his life in peace. He doesnt need the fame and constant validation from the press. Hes the best of the bunch

[@And1slash]

agreed I've seen varies Queen concerts on youtube ( best was Live at the bowl 1982 ) and every concert I saw on youtube John really seemed like he was having the best day/s of his life and making the best of that concert my guess is every concert he wanted the same feeling as seeing a band or artist he liked and the excitement of seeing them

[@theaterpup3466]

Another "fan" who thinks the "best" musicians are the ones who don't play.

[@And1slash]

@@theaterpup3466 calm down you need to respect that John has retired from music and wants to live a peaceful life now If you didn't know when Freddie had died from Aids it affected John badly and in a way Freddie was like a partner to John and helped him resolve personal issues and with Freddie gone he had lost a very important person and on the music side he thought there was no point in continuing ( aside from a few concerts / songs ) Look as with all musicians out there when you replace a old member ( dead or alive ) you just can't get the same sound from another musician just look at this case: If Brian was unable to perform and had a sessions artist play for him with the red special and his vox amps the new artist still wouldn't sound the same as Brian would The current line up I think is fine but honestly I don't like how Adam sounds as a vocalist though I do suggest you check out " we will rock you ( fast ) / the hero live at the bowl " and the tribute concert those are 2 amazing performances And as someone that also attended the tribute concert I can say it was amazing and I remember that day even though I was rather young

[@theaterpup3466]

@@And1slash If you want to lecture people on respect, start with the ones who are trashing the band for continuing to play.

[@And1slash]

@@theaterpup3466 you sure do get defensive over others sharing their thoughts and opinions like why are you acting like this ? everyone has opinions and over time their thoughts about things can change ( media / music / games / musical gear / electronics ) as things improve ( or downgrade ) certain aspects you really shouldn't care if a fan of a band likes a certain era of that band vs the current era even Queen had some albums that were less than great but honestly their best years was mid 70's - early 80's however whatever era you prefer that's cool and you're entitled to like whatever you prefer

[@juanmanu9652]

John Deacon wrote the 2 most famous bass riffs of all time. Under pressure and another one bites the dust. Unbelievable talent.

[@johndeacon8024]

Hi there🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZbin channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💖💕💕💕❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@talkswithvigy7860]

Another one bites the dust was a sample

[@tdunster2011]

@@talkswithvigy7860 No it wasn't sampled at all by John Deacon. It was other bands later on sampling the Queen version. The equipment didn't exist in 1979/80 - and the only system that could go close was a Fairlight CMI - and there is no record of Deacon or Queen owning one or having access to the one owned by Peter Gabriel at that time. Even the EMU-Emulator was a year or more after this recording..

[@itsjemmabond]

​@@tdunster2011 It was inspired by Good Times by Chic

[@gwynethroe1869]

​@@talkswithvigy7860 John also wrote You're My Best Friend.

[@madeleine4725]

There is absolutely nothing sad about John Deacon. I salute him for not wanting to be part of Queen after Freddie passes away. Just as I respect Brian and Roger for trying to go on. There is no right or wrong. But please stop putting him down as a sad person. Instead applaud him for being a great musician who gave us years of great songs and music.

[@poppadoc5614]

Yes and strong to stand by his own feelings about the loss of his friend.

[@JayTor2112]

Sensationalist clickbait reporting.

[@williamgeardener2509]

And applaud him for refusing to play the music without Freddy Mercury. Like the song goes: Your lips move, but I can't hear what you're saying When I was a child, I caught a fleeting glimpse Out of the corner of my eye I turned to look, but it was gone I cannot put my finger on it now The child is grown, the dream is gone I have become comfortably numb

[@ShanesQueenSite]

He took the death of Freddie very hard and he believed that He could not keep going with Queen after Freddie’s passing. His last participation with Queen was back in 1997. He was a talented bassist and song writer. I hope he is keeping well.

[@musixion]

He indeed was, and he was humble too! Feel free to subscribe to our channel if you liked our video : bit.ly/SubscribeToMusiXion

[@Zequabtw]

John Deacon didn’t get anywhere near as much recognition as he deserved

[@ShanesQueenSite]

@@Zequabtw certainly. He contributed many hit songs and even in the movie I felt he was slightly given a weaker character (I just felt a hint of something during the movie).

[@Zequabtw]

@@ShanesQueenSite yeah

[@AngelicusImmortus]

Some argue that, whilst Freddie, Taylor & May found success with side projects/solo work he did not and became increasingly disillusioned with the industry. Also, Mick Rock pointed to the Album Hot Space as it was a bit of a failure and Deacon was a driving force on it - it created a lot of tension between Taylor and Deacon because Taylor didn’t like the style and felt pushed out as a lot was based on drum machine work. Mick Rock added that Taylor wrote a lot of the evocative stuff such as “these are the days of our lives” “Winters tale” and others. Even though “Winters Tale” was deliberately written to have minimal drums and highlight Deacon’s bass playing. Deacon was also regularly late to the studio after hot space, meaning he wasn’t joining in the collaborative side. When he made remarks about having kids to look after Taylor said “so do I but I’m never four hours late” Taylor was closest to Freddie as the worked on a market stall to keep money coming in and were very supportive of each other’s work. Also, Deacon never sang a word, he mimed to make it look collaborative which was Taylor’s idea. Deacon didn’t want to do the celebration performance but Taylor organised it. Elton John noted that Deacon smashed his basses up after the show and was shocked by it. Deacon bought 50% of Spearmint Rhino and left the business. During Freddie’s last months Taylor visited at Freddie’s request every two days which Deacon also resented- so he sorted the finances and said goodbye - May noted in 2018 he hadn’t spoken to Deacon since 2006 as Deacon refused to take calls. It’s sad but due to Deacons temperament not a total surprise,

[@The1queencollector]

John just wanted to retire, the loss of Freddie in the end was too much for him to carry on with the band, he will always be forever in the hearts of Queen fans and will always be a part of Queen. Love the guy, hope he is happy, He Spread his wings and flew away from the limelight.

[@musixion]

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[@toffonardi7037]

Sure, but I wanted so bad to see also Tim Staffel as queen member.....those 5 guys would have been amazing

[@midnightrose2127]

@@toffonardi7037 I wonder how Humpy Bong worked out for him?

[@midnightrose2127]

@@kashfiaislam9995 Who is?

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@midnightrose2127 John Deacon’s true love is a skinny 6’0” strawberry blonde redhead woman with pale blue eyes and very pale skin who is young enough to be his daughter.

[@MorningSunrise]

In 1976 I met Queen at an album signing in Boston. John was the only one who actually spoke to me. How ironic was that that the shy bassist chatted with this shy 17 y/o with braces and wearing a yellow rain slicker. It was pouring that day and I spent a few hours in line. No one could replace Deacy. Have never seen Queen without Freddie. I saw them 5 times in the 70’s. My love for bassists stems from John Deacon. Freddie was my first rockin’ roll love. Sting was my 2nd.

[@wolfunplugged]

wow...what for a blessing having met them in these early days. thanks for sharing this story!

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

Great story, I saw Queen just once on their ‘Crazy tour’ back in 1979 at Liverpool Empire UK 🇬🇧

[@glamgalve6742]

He lucky to have met him. Aa a Queen fan please consider seeing the remaining members when they tour again. The music is timeless and Adam Lambert does homage to Freddie and Queen.

[@rachaylhannah6792]

It's rad that you met Deacy. I didn't grow up with rock n roll because of religion, but I can say that Queen is my favorite rock band of all time. He's definitely become one of my favorites out the group. He seems like a real sweetheart.

[@gedbill4058]

John Deacon was a lovely guy in Queen he never wrestled Freddie or Brian for the limelight he just played and went off stage, such a humble guy.

[@xilefregnu9542]

The only sad part is of course the loss of his dear friend, Freddie and I agree with him in saying Freddie can never be replaced. Neither can you sweet John. You're amazing.....

[@trevorbrown6654]

The guy was a completely different person to the rest of the band. He was quiet, happy to stay in the background and was a family man. The others respected his wishes and when Freddie died John didn't want to carry on anymore. The guy had an amazing career but had now retired and if he wishes to be left alone then that should be respected too.

[@anthonymcdibble9496]

Yes, I wish to be left alone. (I am John Deacon.)

[@susan9188]

If you saw him in the street walking along and had to guess what he'd done for a living you would never guess he was in one of the greatest bands of all time! Good luck to him, nice wife and family, no money worries. Good for him.

[@debbieworthington6151]

I also agree with you. John, I think, just wants to be left alone!? He never liked the spotlight when he was with Queen, just going by thing I've read about but, yeah, leave the guy alone and let him live out his days with his lovely family!!

[@misterghee1]

@@debbieworthington6151 years I say, Gday

[@Karolina88376]

@@debbieworthington6151 i agree with u xx.

[@peepdawg8995]

@@debbieworthington6151 just like George Harrison

[@kashfiaislam9995]

Marilyn Manson completely shaved off his eyebrows because Queen bassist John Deacon married a brown eyed woman instead of a blue eyed or green eyed woman. If John Deacon got married to a blue eyed or green eyed woman, Marilyn Manson would not have shaved off his eyebrows since John Deacon's wife's eye color heavily impacted the eye color that his children have. The reason that John Deacon's dark haired sons have brown eyes is because his wife, Veronica Tetzlaff has brown eyes. I really wished that John Deacon got married to a skinny 6'0" redhead woman with light blue eyes instead of a brown eyed woman so that all of his children would have blue or green eyes since John Deacon has green eyes. 😭😭😭

[@honestannie9492]

John is a musical genius who doesn’t have a huge ego who needs to remain in the spotlight. Kudos to him. Who are you to say he’s sad? To everything there is a season...

[@TxcaBxbbles]

I agree, yes he was distraught at Freddie Mercurys sad death but that isn’t to say he isn’t happy now. He looks like he is just trying to live a normal life.

[@peterjevans8718]

He also has a degree in electrical engineering. I think he built Queens first PA system and equipment, not Brian's guitar, he made it from an old fire place when he was s nipper. I just think the guy should be left alone and do what he wants to do He earned it

[@davesansom6860]

John was always the quiet one , I guess when Freddie died he found it hard to carry on . He made a personal decision , which should be respected . Thank you John for everything you gave us all .

[@lollinelson5549]

Replace John Deacon? You could no more replace John than you could replace Freddie! It was the 4 of them that made Queen. No matter what they tell you, each member was needed to make Queen greater than the sum of its parts and the greatest rock band of all time! Great video, thanks.

[@musixion]

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[@kimcornelissen1529]

Freddy stated many times that the magic of queen was the four of them, so I understand why John had the same sentiments. I don't mind that Roger and Brian want to carry on but people should stop putting John down because he didn't.

[@And1slash]

you can find someone that plays and sounds similar but you can never replace another musician I respect the choice John made and " modern " Queen just feels a bit off the new bass player just doesn't have that " mojo " John had

[@patriciarockwell2227]

@@And1slash I'm sorry. I just CAN'T listen to a band that's called "QUEEN" without the guys that started it...Freddie, John, Roger, Brian. It's not right!

[@mrpitman5496]

The man just wants to be left alone and everyone should be happy for the man and let him live his life.

[@musixion]

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[@johno4521]

He's just kicking back raking in all the royalties from his hits he wrote PLUS his share of the royalties from ALL the Queen catalogue; what's not to like?!

[@gustavobro2484]

Well said !!!!!!! ☮️

[@fractal9720]

Agreed! I feel the same, I don’t like to be social anymore.

[@mark.e.p]

Hello mate...you family?

[@mariascarlett91]

Aww bless him. He misses Freddie, we all do

[@musixion]

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[@randombassist6297]

I guarantee Freddie misses his boys as well😫

[@hpoonis2010]

@@musixion IS it possible to spam (subscribe to our channel) more than you do? Fuck me! Vote the entire thing down.

[@eggman5106]

except he was closer too him than any of us

[@michelletammydenney6549]

God Bless you Deaky. We love you❤❤

[@baronlfenstein7668]

If I ever met John in passing on the street. I would never ever think of asking him for his autograph or hounding him like people do (to make money - cretins) I'd simple say thank you for everything you did with Queen, and go about my day.

[@greg-warsaw4708]

This is exactly what I wanted to write until I read you had been first to do it. I'd nod very discreetly my respect and gratitude, in a way to not bother the man, let alone ask for anything. This is what I did on meeting Steve Hackett - just told him I owe him so much value he contributed to my life with his music, that's all.

[@ricknuttall897]

Lazy sensationalist journalism. “Deacon quit the band at the height of their success” . Bollocks, he quit when Freddie died because he couldn’t imagine Queen without him. He appears to be leading a nice quiet life away from the spotlight whilst watching the money continue to roll in. Fair play to him.

[@mr7wi]

Came here to say this - leaving satisfied.

[@sloot69x]

Not a sad story at all, Married 45 years 6 kids very wealthy, leading a nice life...seems good to me.

[@musixion]

We will never know wince our close band member and almost a best friend, did not die! Feel free to subscribe to our channel if you liked our video : bit.ly/SubscribeToMusiXion

[@rdowning60]

Totally agree..got to travel the world..success beyond belief..wonderful family..what more do you need and enough money to enjoy life and take care of his family..nothing sad about this..

[@lane7901]

he lost his best friend. thats a pretty sad and life altering event, that could change anyones life. and that life changed millions.

[@lane7901]

​@@rdowning60 just cus' he's "rich" doesnt mean he cant be sad. he lost his best friend god-damnit.

[@rdowning60]

losing freddie did not define who John was..while I agree it was a sad event..he choose to move on and enter another chapter in his life away from the glitzy and glamorous rock music world..when you look back to 30 years ago..he did not have a sad life or a sad ending..just wonderful memories of friends who have passed away..and all the crazy fun they had in younger days...

[@robbertsmit5236]

There is nothing sad about him. He made millions with playing the bass when he was young, retired at 40 and is enjoying family life ever since. Perfect life if you ask me!

[@kashfiaislam9995]

Rapper Machine Gun Kelly’s natural eye color is the same as John Deacon’s wife, Veronica Tetzlaff’s natural eye color.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon’s wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@neonskyline1]

Yes indeed, he knew when to stop, Freddie was not a person you can replace, anybody trying is worse than a tribute act

[@TobyRossFun]

@@kashfiaislam9995 Freddie was?

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@TobyRossFun No, John Deacon’s true love is a skinny 6’0” strawberry blonde redhead woman with pale blue eyes and very pale skin who is young enough to be his daughter. 🎨🥁🎸

[@anthonyodonnell6105]

I must have missed the sad part! God bless John Deacon. He owes the public nothing. May he live out his life with his family in peace and prosperity. Same to the other guys. As bands go, one of the nicest group of guys. R.I.P. Freddie, who is missed so badly by so many.

[@marksteelemortimer3046]

Misleading title: great bassist and songwriter. Retired when beloved friend died. End of. This is bollocks sensacionalism.

[@chrismaplethorpe6781]

He knew the band wouldn't be the same without freddie.

[@SurreyMan0409]

Totally agree!

[@chrismaplethorpe6781]

@@SurreyMan0409 nobody can touch freddies vocals and showmanship

[@SurreyMan0409]

@@chrismaplethorpe6781 You are so right. Queen should have finished when Freddie died. Well, I suppose in a sense they did.

[@chrismaplethorpe6781]

@@SurreyMan0409 personally I think the same too. Nearly 30 years since his passing and still is missed by many of his fans.

[@chrispope2207]

After Freddie died John was done with music. I actually respect John for calling it quits. Just not the same without Freddie. I hope John is doing well and he is one of the best bass players ever.

[@musixion]

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[@stephenreeds3672]

He'd probably just had enough. A musician who didn't want to be a star. Same house, same wife of 40 +years,still with his family. Good for you, John.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon’s wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@niamunt]

@@kashfiaislam9995 regardless, it's nobody's business if it's true or not.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@niamunt John Deacon’s true love is a skinny 6’0” strawberry blonde redhead woman with pale blue eyes and very pale skin who is young enough to be his daughter.

[@ninalisa2303]

@@kashfiaislam9995 To be honest, who cares ?? Respect his wish for privacy. I'm interesting in his music, not in his private life. If you know that kind of stuff, keep it to yourself. Not our business, or ??

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@ninalisa2303 John Deacon is NOT shy. In fact, John Deacon is the opposite of shy. 🥁🎸

[@Christine-ry1qq]

John lives up the road from my daughter. I’ve seen him loads of times just going about his business. And even though I’m a ride or die Queen fan. I would never ever dream of intruding on his privacy!! Not ever. Aside from Freddie John was always my most admired His BASS was second to none !!! I can confirm though. He’s always got a nod and a wink and a smile for those he knows… He’s not to be pitied !!!! He’s living HIS life..,

[@rosepace8470]

Amen.

[@milanbaros2005]

When Freddie died so did Queen. So for John Deacon to say "thats it" who are we to judge? Normally when a lead singer dies, so does the band, lets be honest!!

[@Auron710]

@@GeorgeCarlinWasAGod I mean I have to say I think Freddie would have been fine with both other singers, its flattering and he was also close with brian and roger. I just see it as they want to keep playing the music they wrote, while one of them feels there is no point without freddie and hes lost interest. each to their own. none of them are wrong in my opinion.

[@spindriftdrinker]

Good point. It is very annoying when four-man bands try to continue with the name ( greedy ) when two or more original members are gone. I'm looking at YOU - "The Who".

[@debbieworthington6151]

I couldn't have said it better myself! I mean, half the band is no longer in the band, for various reasons, and, this is just my opinion ok.. with the guy who's representing Freddie, i do feel some type of way about this? When the band took a break from each other, they used a different name for their band.. I think its time for them to just lose the name QUEEN, And have Adam pick a name, i already know I'm gonna ruffle a few feathers from my opinion, but, its MY OPINION, and i would guess that I'm not the only one who feels this way .... ...

[@pedrobroek2228]

@Macavity AC/DC? I mean have you heard the name Bon Scott

[@matiasmoulin2126]

​@@spindriftdrinker To me there's nothing annoying if someone wants to keep going with the one most beloved and fun thing that also keeps generating income. No one is forced to listen to it. Me personally I reject Queen without Freddie like many other bands that lack their major trademark element. To me It's dreadful, but not annoying. I don't blame them - they can do whatever they want. I don't care!

[@trueknowledgeispower]

Deacon left after Freddie died and didn't want to continue on because it wouldn't have been the same. .................and that is the truth.

[@cromerbeach]

Plus the other two appear to be attention seeking A holes

[@juanito3438]

“As far as we're concerned, this is it. There is no point in continuing. It is impossible to replace Freddie » Deacon says -

[@ThatDawnOne]

This is more of a sad story for music fans who would love to hear more of his work. I'm sure John Deacon is happy enough with his family, his millions and his dignity, he's always seemed like a lovely man, and a huge talent.

[@nyhtopossu4858]

I missed the 'sad' part. After his successfull life as an A-list rock star John now enjoys his quiet life with wife, six kids and +100M in the bank.

[@nfspbarrister5681]

Essentially, a traditional brittish gentleman dream, eh. Now these people need to sod off and leave deaky alone.

[@andriyshevchenko4887]

A bit off topic but why does John look like Bob Dylan in the thumbnail?

[@kaammo1]

For me, it is a story about how to be completely successful. You played in the best band in the world, you created a lot of hits, you made a fortune, and now you enjoy it with your family having peace of mind. Master.

[@jimhirsch4482]

Agree. If this is a sad life. Sign me up!!

[@kashfiaislam9995]

@@jimhirsch4482 John Deacon's wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@dancharles6009]

He was in one of the craziest bands ever for 20 years. Most people wouldn't be able to handle one year in Queen (all the touring, parties, press intrusion etc). Good on him for opting for a quiet life after all that madness.

[@cycomiles4225]

He probably wouldnt if Freddie wasnt a good friend to him.

[@M.Đ-z4u]

Imagine then beatles.rollingstones popularity

[@winniecash1654]

He's smart. There's more to life than playing in the band, and he's right, there's no replacing Freddy.

[@cherylbradley5356]

What a wonderful man. You made your way in music, you put your name in music's history, you married and had children and are raising a family. Isn't that what it's supposed to be about???

[@hixyhicks]

Queen isnt Queen without Freddie.John gets all my respect for not touring .

[@gedbill4058]

100% agree. Queen today are a skeleton of a band that have lost the magic and credibility. Adam Lambert has put the final nail in the Queen coffin now.

[@13part]

@@gedbill4058 I think there can be a little fun still. Brian and Roger are still there, with Adam Lambert, and Adam has already said he isn't there to replace Freddie. That's impossible, he said. But the memories still last and Freddie's spirit is still around us, and I think the tours that have been made until now have been very well done and in my opinion Queen isn't dead yet.

[@gedbill4058]

@@13part Queen are a four man British Rock band there needs to be four of them to call them Queen, there is only two of them now so they are not Queen. Adam fetched nothing useful to Queen. He is a bore and has no talent like Freddie had in bucket loads..... May & Taylor are just dragging the Queen issue on and on to make a living but Roger admitted they are not Queen anymore. No new album since Paul Rogers was with them and that was awful. Brian knows an album with Adam would be wrong and annoy at lot of real Queen fans.

[@13part]

@@gedbill4058 Yep, you're totally right. I meant it in like the outro of a song when no other resource is introduced. And yeah, another album is not going to be the right thing. At least, whatever they do, Adam Lambert won't try to be the substitute teacher of Freddie

[@gedbill4058]

@@13part To be honest i think this Queen + Adam thing is utter trash, they have achieved nothing since Freddie died 30 years ago and they have not had any hits since Freddie died which says something they are paralysed without Freddie's input.

[@bonzoboots]

"Left the band at the height of their fame" may be the single most ridiculous thing I've ever heard on the web.

[@greenkestrel]

My favorite song by Queen is a Deacon composition, "You're my Best Friend". It's always been my favorite since it hit the charts when I was a young child. It expresses an ideal that I resonate with totally. I heard Freddie didn't want to continue performing it at some point. He might have felt the sentiment was too pedestrian but I love the song, Freddie's vocal and the way it makes me feel. Happy and sad at the same time.

[@TheTrueDesertRat]

I am sorry, I have to put something straight. Tim Staffell was a bass player BUT Tim was never in Queen. Tim played bass and sang in a group called Smile with Brian May and Roger Taylor who happened to have a big fan called Freddie Bulsara (who was indeed friends with Tim) who would attend their gigs! When Smile split, Freddie convinced Brian and Roger to keep playing with him singing. They started together but the band was not called Queen back then, they continued to call themselves Smile for a short while. So, back to bass players, the first bass player for 'Queen' was Mike Grose in the early to mid 1970s who was then replaced by Barry Mitchell who left in January 1971 to be replaced by John Deacon. By the way, John did not just 'have some skills' with electronics, he had a First-Class Honours Degree in it!

[@suchandrasarkar8671]

Agreed darling♥️ wanted to point out the same....but saw your comment ♥️♥️♥️

[@musixion]

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[@Ananya-o4e]

Yeh skills in electronics- hell he made the Deacy amp out of parts he found in a skip! Man he was talented

[@tplattn74]

tim DID play bass tho it was with smile not queen

[@N0Camping4U]

Tim DID play Bass in Smile with May and Taylor. So please get your facts straight yourself. He played bass and sang in smile. Hope this teaches you something.

[@ERASEREPLACEPLACE]

Seems like people try so hard to make this quiet, down to earth, NORMAL guy seem somehow abnormal for wanting to stay out of the spotlight and simply enjoy time with his family.

[@RobertNixAlternativeArtist]

There's nothing 'sad' about this; John Deacon made the correct and logical choice to leave Queen after Mercury's death and I too believe there is no Queen without Freddie Mercury.

[@Daz5Daz]

Apart from the death of a friend in Freddie, there is nothing sad at all about John's story. He's a rock and roll legend who retired - that's it.

[@carllucey9130]

Well, apart from the severe mental health issues he's struggling with.

[@Daz5Daz]

@@carllucey9130 that's just speculation.

[@rickcourier8451]

I think it's a fabulous end to the story. He has years of memories, he has his health, an amazing marriage and six children. Most artists never reach any of those goals. I would say he's a truly blessed man. Good on ya John!

[@melomane2010]

One of my great regrets was not seeing Queen live back in the late 70's. "You're My Best Friend", "Spread Your Wings", "Another One Bites the Dust" - just great songs. One of the things I love about Queen is that all four of them had at least one major hit single. I also appreciate his interest in electronics - he helped Brian May get that one of a kind guitar sound. His bass playing was always excellent and had just the right amount of flash when needed.

[@csatterley]

John Deacon is doing just fine, he doesn't need to continue playing. He was right that the band couldn't continue without Freddie. The Queen+ lineups that followed were essentially just tribute acts and I can totally understand why John wouldn't feel the need to be a part of that.

[@beverlybradley5485]

I have nothing but respect for John Deacon, there's no Queen without Freddie, Adam Lambert could never fill his shoes, i'd never go & see them without Freddie & John.

[@silversidewinderREACTS]

You're an idiot if you think Adam Lambert is trying to "fill Freddie's shoes" in the band. All sorts of bands go through "eras" and as long as the sound is there and not a direct copy, they do well. I saw them in 2017, and it's idiotic to describe him as "imitating". He sings the songs and does it his own way. Of course he keeps the melodies intact because without at least that, it's not their music. Period, end of story. He's even said in numerous interviews AND live that he's not Freddie and nobody ever will be. It's fun and people still deserve to see Queen live. No doubt Freddie would approve of him, and even John Deacon said that they still had his blessing to continue on. So what's your issue? That people still like them even with the vocalist change? No, he's not Freddie - nobody ever will be, and people who see them now still believe that. Nevertheless, they wrote an insane amount of music and to just let that live in the purgatory of studio recordings, they opted to find an amazing vocalist and go out again. Nothing wrong with that. Goddamn purists. Closed minded idiots, the lot of them.

[@donnakusch9470]

I totally agree. Nothing against Adam Lambert. He is very talented. But he is not Freddie, so as a fan of the original Queen 4, I wouldn't be interested in seeing them play again either, without John and Freddie. The magic is gone.

[@greg-warsaw4708]

Absolutely. Just like there could be no Motorhead without Lemmy or Jethro Tull without Ian Anderson.

[@tessasnow]

Agreed!!!🇨🇦🖖🏻

[@bevboyd-brown1693]

Me too!!

[@rjc7289]

Wherever John is now, I hope he's in good health and spirits. Even if he never writes another song or plays another bass note, the legacy he has in both areas is quite astounding and will continue to be enjoyed by people for generations to come.

[@maureenobrien8081]

Nobody could replace John Deacon! Yes, I'll miss him and Freddie forever!

[@interglotti3858]

Possibly the coolest man in rock history, was in one of the biggest bands ever, yet you could probably be stood next to him in the pub and wouldn't realise it was him!

[@vivinamorrison1186]

Humble! ❤️

[@vhiaolieortega8819]

I really admire John Deacon for being a great bass player. Everytime I watch queen concert without him and Freddie Mercury it's incomplete. Your legacy will live on , your music will live forever . Thank u John Deacon for the music you created. Queen forever ❤️🙏🤘

[@NoViTaLaSbG]

John did the only right thing to do when Freddie died. He faced with the fact that Queen can't exist without Legend. Trying to maintain somethimg without essence is so wrong and doesn't mean anything.

[@bretwalda100]

So he's 69, he's retired (most people are at that age), lives in very nice big house in a swanky area of London, happily married with a large family, and no money worries. I'm sorry, what was the sad part again? Must have missed that.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

Rapper Machine Gun Kelly’s natural eye color is the same as John Deacon’s wife, Veronica Tetzlaff’s natural eye color.

[@andybrown4361]

That reminds me of the George Best interview. Surrounded by young ladies, lots of champagne, and a few football winners trophies, the interviewee asked, " where did it all go wrong George?".😁😁

[@fatbelly27]

According to the 2019 Sunday Times Rich List, Deacon is worth £130 million. It's a sad story

[@redshift8302]

Sad for us maybe? I would have preferred to see him smiling next to the two other remaining members of the group, but he knows what is best for him.

[@margaretjbuckley]

@@fatbelly27 Wish I was that sad (and talented) ;-)

[@kr-cm3hv]

He didnt leave at the height of their fame. The band essentially ended when Freddie died and Queen since then have just been Taylor and May touring occasionally with various singers.

[@user-gu3ie]

Hes a legend for saying... it stopped when freddy died..many bands keep rotating members and loss everything that made them great..not him.,. He was done..and we all respect him for it

[@pamtime22]

Deaky was a very talented base guitarist and song writer and was so right that Freddie could never be replaced. It was good to hear that Freddie gave him the confidence and support that only a true friend can.

[@johnclifford1537]

For my 14th birthday on April 20th 1985 my older brother took me to see Queen. Remarkably it turned out to be the very last concert they did in Australia (well until2014). The video is correct, they had a few barren years in the early 80s but came roaring back with the Works album. I told my schoolmates how amazing the concert was (still the best I have ever seen by any band) but they were dubious. 12 weeks later the Live Aid performance blew everyone away. Still sends chills up your spine. As for John Deacon it is simple. He doesn't owe anyone anything and should be left in peace. He has been a vital part of a staggering success.

[@dp369]

Leave the guy alone. He came, he conquered then he decided to have a life. All of this should be welcomed, praised and admired - in that order. END.

[@leannestewart3820]

There's no secret he just wants to live the rest of his life in peace with his family.He is a legend.

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon's wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@SuzyQ334]

@@kashfiaislam9995 How many more times are you going to post your nasty comment on this thread? Go away and find something more useful to do.

[@pr9062]

Pipe and Slippers,drinking tea with biscuits and playing monopoly with his family before feeding the cats....years after being in one of the greatest ever bands................ Now THAT is ROCK N ROLL

[@0zzy.x]

I hope he knows the queen fandom still loves and misses him dearly

[@musixion]

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[@guinnessharvey4476]

This guy has some class and grace. Not interested in carrying on after Freddie. His life is hardly depressing. Good family life, loaded and great memories for being a genuine rock god

[@chrissymillsap730]

I have no idea why so many do not leave Jhon alone and respect him even in public alot fans won't leave him alone its upsetting he is truly a beautiful soul and amazing musican but he was incredible honorable friend he honor Freddie his friend the way he did and his privacy should be respected by others hes honorable man to bow out of a band and honor a friendship and its memories more then fame or money i have always respected and adored Jhon Decon hes is my favorite band member of Queen

[@우사민-r3c]

I hope John Deacon eventually writes an autobiography. He must have some incredible memories of Freddie and the band.

[@kkelleybass]

Best Friend remains one of Queen's best songs. He also helped write Under Pressure. and we all know how monstrous a hit Another One Bites the Dust was. Not just a strong bassist, but a strong song writer too.

[@l.100]

This man did his best for so long in public and now he's doing his best in private. I wish him good luck ❤️

[@ekulda]

Freddy gave a voice to Deacons inner voice through many songs. Lots of love your way Deacon. :)

[@michelletammydenney6549]

Freddie was like a big brother to Deaky. He loved Freddie very much.

[@Emrah339]

John has character, he is not fake.. Thank you John for understanding and appreciating your friend Farrokh Bulsara.. aka Freddie Mercury

[@WarrenCromartie2]

Queen ended when Freddie died. Simple as that. They shouldn't have recorded or toured under the Queen name IMO. It appears Deacon departed in a dignified and understated way, as you'd expect. Of all the living members, he's the one I have most respect for.

[@kongmik]

@Patriots Party They should have formed a new band and used those parts. Queen was Freddie Mercury no matter what the other contributed.

[@wullieman]

Adam lambert. Fk says it all

[@b.b.5240]

@Patriots Party I agree with your statements. Freddie was and always be Freddie and no one will ever replace him but he was NOT Queen. They all were! In fact, most of the hit songs were NOT written by Freddie but by the other band members. It was truly a collaboration of greatness by ALL of the members of Queen.

[@b.b.5240]

@Patriots Party Queen will live on FOREVER even after all it's members pass away. That is how GREAT they were.

[@sitgesvillaapartmentneilsc7924]

I disagree on that, I have seen Queen Live in concert many times and more recently in Barcelona with Paul Rodgers and they still produce a first class concert and at prices most people can afford to pay unlike Madonna who wanted 600 euros a seat in Barcelona. I ask you... I got to listen to Queen and Free on the same night and at under a 100 euros for the best seat in the house. Yes its different and you get to hear other music May and Taylor produce and its fine. Let them carry on, other bands have survived when members passed on so why not them.

[@countrydrummergirl7581]

John Deacon is a legend and will never be forgotten. He took Freddie's death and when he died he not only lost a band member but his best friend and brother. It broke his heart.

[@beatlesrgear]

"John is one of the greatest bassists in history......." As a semi professional bassist for several decades, I can attest this is absolutely true! John's work with Queen bordered on astounding sometimes, and his bass lines are very catchy without being too busy or over the top. I rate him up there with the greatest bassists of all times. He made that Fender P bass sound fantastic! When I watched the Bohemian Rhapsody movie, I got the feeling from it that the other members of Queen looked down upon John and almost considered him some sort of bother that they just had to put up with. Does anyone else agree with me, or did I just misunderstand??

[@kjek1]

John Deacon is a man of dignity. He knew it wasn’t the same anymore and was happy to retire rather than just stay on the gravy train for the sake of money and ego.

[@BalboaBaggins]

Exactly. How many artists can say the same thing?

[@KiltedGreen]

Do you really think that Brian and Roger kept Queen going for the “money and ego”. It sounds like you know nothing about either of them.

[@kjek1]

@@KiltedGreen you can read can’t you? They certainly haven’t kept it going because they have anything new to offer or to match the shows they did with Freddie. I’m sure you’ll know better though being a personal friend. Twat

[@jjlantry6808]

John Deacon's "Spread Your Wings" is one of my favorite Queen songs - it has such sweetness and sensitivity. It must be incredibly hard to have a "normal" and quiet life after working in a superstar group like Queen, especially if you're not someone who relishes being a celebrity to begin with. I hope he can enjoy some peace and privacy.

[@paulhumberstone4843]

i think under pressure is my favourite queen song so well done john enjoy your life as you want it you have done your bit!

[@leslauraspurs]

John Deacon kept his credibility rather than going off making records with boy bands and doing anything to stay in the spotlight.

[@BennieTarrMusic]

Brian May did make two superb solo albums in the 90's, way before the boy band stuff... Oh yeah, he got his Astrophysics degree too! ;-)

[@leslauraspurs]

@@BennieTarrMusic Dont get me wrong obviously a talented man.and a bloody nice bloke but I just found that they appeared anywhere and everywhere to stay in the spotlight in my opinion they are far better than doing that, I get the touring with Adam Lambert because there is no.other choice and people still want to hear the music, I might have a listen to Brian's solo.slbums you mention, Cheers

[@wrd980]

Totally agree, He kept his dignity and integrity.

[@stevecuzz8820]

@@BennieTarrMusic, does anyone know when and where he attained this degree and the level achieved, M.A., P.H.D., etc.?

[@steviejohansen6417]

Thought you were going to say he was a homeless junkie. Seems he has great life and knew when to step back. Thanks for all the memories John ❤️

[@kcnkck]

I have so much respect for John. I completely understand the fact that he doesn’t want to be in the band anymore. Him and Freddie were extremely close and I would’ve done the same honestly.

[@tessasnow]

You could no more replace John than you could Freddie…Queen is a beautiful memory…🇨🇦🖖🏻

[@fishfingers160]

This "sad story" is full of errors with a click bait title. Its bullshit.

[@andrewdecker616]

the loss of Freddie (imo arguably the greatest singer/front man of all time) hit me and many others hard so i can only imagine what it was like for John, Roger and Brian.

[@canturgan]

He's been there and done it. Now he's reaping the benefits and enjoying his retirement and royalties. Good luck to him.

[@MiniLemmy]

Good for John Deacon! He did everything right, became a legend and retired gracefully! He was never an extrovert, so to be left alone after he retired was all he ever wanted

[@jacklondon4753]

Always liked John Deacon. Such a nice guy. He deserves his privacy!!!

[@kashfiaislam9995]

John Deacon's wife, Veronica Tetzlaff is NOT his true love.

[@davidjones6470]

John deacon is a true friend of Freddie, Big,Big, respect to him a true legend!

[@Grendel2912]

He didn't leave the band at their height. He left following the death of Freddie Mercury. In the same way that Led Zep folded after Bonzos death.

[@alexcarratu5554]

After 20+ years of performing, John earnt the right to his privacy. He gave us all great music and enjoyment (as the other three in Queen did) and for those alone, he has my respect and thanks. Thanks for the music, John. Keep well and all the best to you.

[@vinceguerra1310]

He retired. Had a great career. Lives very comfortably. Where's the sad??

[@davedenham8697]

I used to quite often have a coffee and a cigarette with him at his house when I used to deliver music gear to him as a van driver….couldn’t believe it!….what a nice man

[@sherig59]

John said when Freddie passed there was no more Queen. I would have to agree. May he always find the peace he deserves.

[@redgloveswriting]

For the record, John Deacon didn't, 'Walk away when Queen were at the height of their fame', he left when Freddie died! At that time ALL 3 members of Queen said that they would never play as Queen again. Mr Deacon was the only member who stuck to this! All credit to the man!

[@glenchapman3899]

Yeah got to get click bait from somewhere. And you are right about his decision to leave the remains of the band. On the other hand what did he have to prove. Member of a successful band. More money than he knows what to do with, getting to that age where touring becomes a real annoying grind. To be honest I would probably do the same thing in his shoes.

[@hannaj4032]

He was broken hearted by Freddie’s death. The Tribute Concert for Tribute was his last official concert. He had six young kids he wanted to focus on.

[@whk759]

That's not a sad story but a right choice because nobody can't replace Freddie the "Queen" ! 👑

[@SteveSmith-wk9dx]

Queen has arguably not existed as a band since Freddie's death. 'Made In Heaven' was patched together from the last gleanings of Freddie's recordings and wasn't especially successful by the band's standards. Since then they've not recorded any new material. Despite touring as Queen+, they are little more than a tribute act. John Deacon chose to leave when he believed the band was finished, a decision I applaud and respect. He's living the quiet life he always wanted with money, family and apparent happiness. His influence on the band's success is easy to miss: apart from his musical talent, his skill with electronics created the Deacy amp and provided technical support in the early years before the band could afford a full crew. He was the financial representative and he made very shrewd decisions to the benefit of himself of the other members. Roger & Brian have been accused of cashing in on the Queen name, but I think they just love to get out there and play, and Queen+ is their outlet for that. They remain excellent musicians and I have a lot of respect for them. But they aren't Queen.

[@gedbill4058]

Queen died truthfully the night Freddie died, November 24th 1991. Today May & Taylor are just greedy for the money and are taking the p*ss out of the fans especially with that freak muppet Adam Lambert, he is one serious weirdo.

[@alexlazebat839]

Roger had The Cross his band when queen went their different ways after 86 so it reasonable that they just want to entertain

[@gedbill4058]

I agree it is not Queen in any shape or form and they are in a serious mess. Brian has become pig headed and Roger has forgotten all the old fans from the early days now by saying "if you don't like it now then don't come" Quite charming don't you think? At the back of there minds they know Adam is not good enough to be on a record with them and 6 months ago i heard they went into the studio to try a few things out but it never worked out what a surprise eh ! Queen are a parody of themselves now with that doughnut Lambert.

[@alexlazebat839]

@@gedbill4058 also i mean Brian and Roger never wrote songs together only as a group Roger and Brian collaborated and Roger had Radio Ga Ga and Brian Machines

[@benwillems8584]

@@gedbill4058 Freddie told them to keep going. So May and Taylor did. Deacon chose not to. Both are good choices