Queen

Opera, arena rock, disco, rockabilly and a stadium full of stomping feet: Queen did all of it, and made it sound like one band. Fifty-plus years on, their songs are still some of the most requested on Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio, and “Under Pressure” with David Bowie sits near the top of our Classic Rock chart.

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You’ll catch Queen across the schedule, from the Classic Rock n’ Roll Show (4–7 am and 6 pm–2 am ET) to the Power Rock n’ Roll Radio Show (9 am–6 pm ET).

What’s new with Queen

• Touring: a break, not a goodbye. In October 2026 Brian May clarified that he never said Queen would stop touring for good. He is taking a personal break, and he and Roger Taylor are still working on Queen projects. Read what he actually said.
• An immersive show idea. May has sketched out a Queen concept inspired by the Sphere in Las Vegas, though nothing is confirmed.
• Queen II, rebuilt. A Collector’s Edition with a new 2026 mix, session takes, BBC recordings and live tracks arrived in March 2026.

Station picks: the Queen songs to start with

Our five essentials:

1. Bohemian Rhapsody (1975). Six minutes, no chorus, and somehow the most famous rock song ever made.
2. Under Pressure (1981). Queen and David Bowie, built on one of the great bass lines.
3. We Will Rock You (1977). Stomp, stomp, clap, and a Brian May solo to finish the job.
4. Somebody to Love (1976). Freddie Mercury’s gospel-sized vocal at full power.
5. Don’t Stop Me Now (1978). Pure joy at top speed. Try sitting still.

Three deep cuts worth your time:

1. Brighton Rock (1974). The Sheer Heart Attack opener and Brian May’s echo-drenched guitar showcase.
2. Ogre Battle (1974). Heavy, theatrical and proof that early Queen could hit like a metal band.
3. Sheer Heart Attack (1977). Roger Taylor’s punk-speed rocker, released three years after the album it was named for.

Most played on Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio

[DRAFT: add the top 5 Queen tracks from the playing-now history for the last 90 days, with play counts.]

If you like Queen, try

• David Bowie: Queen’s “Under Pressure” partner and a fellow genre-hopper
• Led Zeppelin: the other great British arena band of the ’70s
• The Rolling Stones: another British institution still writing its story
• U2: stadium-sized anthems built to unite a crowd

Queen on tour

No dates are announced. Queen + Adam Lambert’s last tour, the Rhapsody Tour, ran from July 2019 to February 14, 2024, closing at the Tokyo Dome after 109 shows. For legends you can still see this year, check our Classic Rock Concerts & Tours 2026–2027 guide. Last checked October 12, 2026.

Queen quick facts

• Formed: 1970, London, by Freddie Mercury, Brian May and Roger Taylor; John Deacon joined in 1971.
• Signature albums: Sheer Heart Attack (1974), A Night at the Opera (1975), News of the World (1977), The Game (1980), A Kind of Magic (1986).
• Biggest record: Greatest Hits (1981), the best-selling album in U.K. chart history.
• Defining moment: Their 20-minute set at Live Aid in July 1985, still called one of the greatest live performances ever.
• Honors: Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.
• Since 1991: Freddie Mercury died in November 1991 and John Deacon retired in 1997. May and Taylor toured with Paul Rodgers (2004–2009) and with Adam Lambert since 2012.
• Official site: queenonline.com

Queen FAQ

Is Queen done touring?
Not officially. Brian May is taking a personal break and says he never ruled out future tours. Roger Taylor’s line is “never say never.”

Who sings for Queen now?
Adam Lambert has fronted Queen + Adam Lambert with Brian May and Roger Taylor since 2012.

Where can I hear Queen?
On Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio, free and live 24/7 on the web and in our iPhone and Android apps.

Can I request a Queen song?
Yes. Use our dedication requests page and we’ll queue it up.