This thread needs a sound file of Freddie Mercury in it. And OFKU0 suggesting George Michael doesn't sound gay. Man has an incredible voice. I'm further reminded of this when I listen his rendition of Elton John and Bernie Taupin's "Tonight" on the Two Rooms album. Plus it's not like its such a big deal to worry about sounding gay cause you want a gay man to replace a frontman you love who was also gay.
Well regardless they didn't pick George or Gary they picked Paul..who also has an amazing voice. I gotta respect that they went out on a limb and asked Paul to do this rather than just a carbon copy of Freddie..I'm sure they could have found that if they wanted to. May is obviously trying to take a different approach to their catalog..and I'm sure they wouldn't have asked Paul if he was unable to rise to the occasion. It's gonna be different...but listening to Rodgers voice in Bad Companies songs all the time and listening to songs like Bad Company, Live For The Music, Rock & Roll Fantasy, Running With The Pack, Ready For Love, etc. I'm sure he'll be able to hold his own...Freddie is a hard act for ANYONE to follow I don't care who they are. His voice was unique not just good. No one ever really wants to give anyone a chance eh? Clapton's gonna suck he hasn't played good in years granted he's arguably the best in the world....Paul Rodgers can't sing Queen just because he's not Freddie...Give em a chance then criticise
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