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Queen’s music catalog could sell for over $1 billion

The songs of Queen are known the world over, and the band's body of work might soon sell for a staggering sum.

The band is reportedly in the early stages, which could include everything from their 1973 self-titled debut through their 1995 album, "Made in Heaven," Queen's15th and final album following the death of Freddie Mercury in 1991.

Rock group Queen open London store

British rock legends Queen opened a pop-up store on London's historic Carnaby Street this week to mark five decades of performances, despite the death of lead singer Freddie Mercury in 1991.

"Queen The Greatest" opened its doors yesterday to take visitors back to the early days of the band, which was formed in 1971.

Jivan Gasparyan dies aged 93

Jivan Gasparyan, who is a world-famous Armenian composer, musician and one of the well-known duduk masters, died on July 6 at the age of 93, his grandson, Jivan Gasparyan Jr., announced on Facebook.

"I am writing with great sorrow about my big loss. Rest in peace," he said.

Turkish band’s response to Queen’s challenge draws worldwide attention

A Turkish band's response to a challenge launched by the world-famous British rock band Queen on social media has drawn international attention.

Queen had shared a new post on its official Twitter account, revealing new videos from the "Jam with Brian" challenge that the band's guitarist, Brian May, started.

Queen's Guitarist Wants a Second Live Aid

Queen's guitarist Brian May is hoping for a big concert similar to Live Aid in 1985, but this time dedicated to fighting climate change. The rock band was part of the music show featuring U2, Phil Collins, Madonna, Elton John, David Bowie, Mick Jagger and many other popular musicians. The concert was broadcasted in over 150 countries and watched by nearly 1.5 billion viewers.

Status Quo’s Rick Parfitt dies aged 68

 
Status Quo guitarist Rick Parfitt has died in hospital in Spain aged 68, his manager has said.

 

He died from a severe infection after going to hospital on Thursday following complications to a shoulder injury.

 

Parfitt’s musical partnership with Francis Rossi, which spanned five decades, made Status Quo one of British rock’s most enduring acts.

 

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