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Brian May clarifies he has not ruled out touring with Queen

In a new Rolling Stone interview, May says he is enjoying a break from the road but never said Queen would not tour again. Plans for a 360-degree show remain uncertain.

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Brian May performing with Queen + Adam Lambert at The O2 in London
Brian May during Queen + Adam Lambert’s concert at The O2, London, 6 June 2022. Meznaric · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0.

A break, not a final goodbye

In an interview published by Rolling Stone on 2 November, Brian May pushes back on reports that he had ruled out Queen tours. He tells Brian Hiatt that he was “misinterpreted” and had “never said we’ll never tour again”. May says he is enjoying a break at home, with more time for his family and personal projects.

The distinction matters: May leaves a return open, but offers no date or plan. He says he does not expect to commit to another nine-month run and is happy to play when he chooses.

Sources: Rolling Stone · Brian May on Queen’s live future, 2 November 2026 · Rolling Stone Italia · Brian May sul futuro dei Queen: «Sono in pausa», 2 November 2026

The Sphere and Adam Lambert

May is still interested in a 360-degree Queen experience at the Sphere, conceived as a retrospective rather than a replica of ABBA’s show. But he says he does not know the project’s current status and that it is not moving quickly, offering no timetable for a show.

May also says he and Adam Lambert have not discussed a new project. They tried writing new Queen music once, early in their relationship, but did not return to the idea. QueenOnline lists no upcoming Queen + Adam Lambert performances.

Sources: Rolling Stone · Brian May on Queen’s live future, 2 November 2026 · Rolling Stone Italia · Brian May sul futuro dei Queen: «Sono in pausa», 2 November 2026 · QueenOnline · Upcoming Shows

Read the full interview at Rolling Stone

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