 Queen devastated fans after they hinted their current stint on the road could be their last as they announced dates for their 2024 The Rhapsody Tour. The much-loved rock band have been thrilling music lovers since their inception in 1970 however it seemed the remaining members of the original group may be ready to hang up their instruments for good. Together for 50 years, the legendary collective was initially formed by the late Freddie Mercury, Brian May and Roger Taylor. After they lost their iconic front-man Mercury in 1991 to health complications surrounding AIDs, the band adopted American singer Adam Lambert to take the lead in 2011 and have been touring ever since. Currently playing shows as part of the The Rhapsody Tour, the rockers sparked fears it could be there last after they shared an update about their performance dates. Roger and Brian dropped hints when they commented: 'We are so excited to be returning to Japan, the country that has always held a special and most honoured place in our hearts. Adam is the band's new front man (Picture: WireImage) Brian hinted last year that he may be finished with touring (Picture: Getty Images) 'This may be the last time…who knows? We promise to bring a very real spectacular for you to enjoy!' The announcement also noted: 'Since their first arrival in Japan in April 1975 to scenes of fan mob mania, the bond between Queen and Japan has been richly woven into band history. 'Despite their absence on the touring circuit, Queen's music continued to be treasured in Japan throughout the 90s and into the 21st Century, thanks in part to their inclusion in TV commercials and television dramas. They are due to travel to Japan next year (Picture: Getty Images) 'Featured in a beer commercial, the band's I Was Born To Love You reached No. 1 on the singles chart. Invited to return in 2014 – now fronted by Adam Lambert – to headline at Japan's large){kind=link}
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Queen devastated fans after they hinted their current stint on the road could be their last as they announced dates for their 2024 The Rhapsody Tour.
The much-loved rock band have been thrilling music lovers since their inception in 1970 however it seemed the remaining members of the original group may be ready to hang up their instruments for good.
Together for 50 years, the legendary collective was initially formed by the late Freddie Mercury, Brian May and Roger Taylor.
After they lost their iconic front-man Mercury in 1991 to health complications surrounding Aids, the band adopted American singer Adam Lambert to take the lead in 2011 and have been touring ever since.