Brian May surprises Coachella: Comeback with Bohemian Rhapsody!

Brian May surprises Coachella: Comeback with Bohemian Rhapsody!

Indio, Kalifornien, USA - Brian May, the iconic guitarist of the legendary band Queen, surprised the visitors of the Coachella Festivals in California with one unforgettable appearance. During the set of the emerging artist Benson Boone, May spontaneously entered the spotlight to play the famous guitar solo of "Bohemian Rhapsody".

The appearance took place in the children's program of the music and art event, where Benson Boone, who presented himself in a magnificent Hermelin cloak, matched the personification of Freddie Mercury, which invited spectators on a nostalgic journey. Despite May's charisma and talent, part of the audience showed little enthusiasm what Boone commented in his subsequent Tikok video with confusion. At an ironic moment he lip-synced the song "Bohemian Rhapsody" in a banana.

an unexpected comeback

Brian May's appearance was not only a musical surprise, but also a remarkable return. This was May's first major public performance since his slight stroke in September 2022, from which he has now completely recovered. The musician shared his joy on the performance on Instagram and thanked the spectators who had supported him there. He also praised Benson Boone and his team and described the experience as "unforgettable".

May not only appeared at "Bohemian Rhapsody"; He also accompanied Boone with his hit "Beautiful Things". This interaction was highly valued by Boone, who had previously described May as a "truly golden 22-year-old child prodigy". The performance was broadcast live on YouTube and offered the audience the opportunity to experience the reunification of two musicians who represent different generations.

new music in the prospect

away from the stage there were also news about future Queen projects. In interviews, May confirmed that he and drummer Roger Taylor are working on new song ideas. However, the publication of new music will depend on the maturity of the pieces, and it remains unclear to what extent the current singer Adam Lambert will be involved in this work. According to May, Jam sessions have not yet produced the extraordinary results they had hoped for.

After his commitment in Coachella, May visited the Eagles at their residency show in the Sphere in Las Vegas, where he was photographed backstage with well-known musicians such as Timothy B. Schmit and Joe Walsh. May's surprise appearance at the Coachella Festival fascinated the audience and awakened the anticipation for new musical projects.