Queen + Adam Lambert kicked off their European tour May 20 at Rock In Rio Lisbon. On the Queen official Youtube page are posted a series of interviews with the band, culminating in a high quality video performance of “I Want to Break Free.” Any of our European friends who have not seen Queen should book a ticket right now! It’s a terrific show. Click for current concert dates.
“We had this opportunity to work with Adam, Queen guitarist Brian May said in part 3 of the interview, “And if we didn’t have Adam, I don’t think Roger [Taylor] and I would be doing this. I think it’s probably the truth.”
“We have a chance to interpret the cannon,” Brian continued. “People want it and we can do it and it’s still fun. I don’t know how long we’ll have this opportunity to work with Adam…he has things to do! We have this window of opportunity and I think it’s wonderful to got out and make some people happy.”
“This Journey with them has been incredible,” said the American Idol alum. “We’ve been working together now for about four years. Each time out if feels…like it evolves, and that’s really exciting, because we find something new every time.”
Click for Part 1 and Part 2 of the interview. Check out the performance below, in front of a massive and enthusiastic crowd.
Adam Lambert It Got Better Video
Additionally, Adam sat for an “It Got Better” video for L/Studio )Sponsored by Lexus) series, where he talks about his journey embracing his sexuality. “Adam Lambert rejected the notion of “normal” in order to embrace both his individuality and his sexuality,” says the caption.
The 8 plus minute video is moving and definitely worth a look.
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