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Brian May

A rock legend and astrophysics prodigy, Brian May must balance his passion for music with his scientific ambitions as he co-builds Queen into a global phenomenon.

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Brian Harold May is an English musician, animal welfare activist, and astrophysicist best known as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist of the rock band Queen. He co-founded Queen with Freddie Mercury and Roger Taylor, and his influential guitar work and songwriting played a key role in the band's rise to global success. Queen became one of the most celebrated and commercially successful music acts in history, with May's contributions helping to shape their distinctive sound.

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