BACKGROUND

Force behind the band. With him in charge of both the vocals and songwriting, Queen went on to become one of the most successful bands ever. Their first album was released back in 1973 but it wasn't until 'A Night at the Opera' that they achieved international recognition. "Bohemian Rhapsody," which was featured in this album, is regarded by many as a rock anthem. (Biography.com Editors, 2021)

Mercury's influence as the driving creative force behind Queen cannot be overstated. His powerful vocals and songwriting abilities propelled the band to international stardom. While their self-titled debut album in 1973 garnered attention, it was the 1975 release of A Night at the Opera that solidified their global reputation, largely due to the success of the groundbreaking single "Bohemian Rhapsody."