The Brian May Interview

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[chinncannon]

Can you imagine Brian May telling you he watches all your Youtube stuff? We've all been singing your praises for a long time, Rick, but that's gotta be one of the most affirming moments in your life. Couldn't agree with Brian more!

[ThunnusAlbacares]

The big thing i like about Rick, he he knows how to shut up. He asks a great question, and then listens to the answer. not talking over the top of the interviewee. Has to be one of the best interviews I've listened too. Thank you very much for this

[PlasticAstronaut]

Brian May seems like one of the kindest, most sincere guys walking the earth. Zero “swelled head” or celebrity entitlement. Nice to see.

[jimzy]

I met Brian and John Deacon when I was 12 years old in 1984 outside The Gresham Hotel in Dublin after seeing them in concert. They were both such gentlemen it was amazing. I told Brian I was learning guitar and Brian shook my hand and genuinely said "Nice to meet you Jimmy. The world needs more guitar players" 39 years later I remember that moment so well 💚

[saeedchogan]

There's a saying in Persian; the tree that has the most fruits stays closer to the ground! Dude is one of biggest rockstars who ever walked on earth, made arguably the biggest hit song of the century but still down to earth and warm! Man is the definition of class!

[LarryWestWeinstein]

Rick, I am Leslie West's brother. He passed two years ago and would have been 77 this October 22nd. Les asked Brian to play on one of his last albums called Unusual Suspects. Brian couldn't have been more gracious and generous. I loved this interview.

[tlevans]

Can you imagine that Brian May actually watches and enjoys your work and actually says he learns from your videos. The first few comments he made must have you pinching yourself. As I've said many times before, you are one of the most influential Music Teachers and Educators on the Planet. That's truly incredible, and the best thing you've ever done for music and musical education was starting your YouTube Channel. You really are the Professor of Rock and Contemporary Modern Music. Thank You Rick.

[mf]

I met Dr. May in a completely non-musical related way. He was in an astrophysics conference and I was in a molecular biology meeting on the same site and we just met in the lobby. We spoke about computational applications and he is just amazingly nice, humble and approachable.

[Marinkorpse]

Brian May is not only fan of your youtube channel but then praises your guitar skills. That must have been a great time for being Rick.

[rednaxelahcitorfaznebo]

Brian May is a genius. He is self taught. He plays guitar by ear. He created great music with the iconic band, Queen. I've been a fan since the 70's!!!

[odd_job_]

I love how humble Brian May is. I mean, he has literally influenced millions of people. The impact of his talent is monumental yet he remains souch a nice bloke.

[bigdogpete]

My mom was a gospel singer on the radio in the 50s. Queen was the only rock band she enjoyed. She was so appreciative of their talent. She used to sing along with Freddy on the verse of Bohemian Rhapsody. It always reminds me of her and brings a tear to my eye.

[bobtimusprime]

I was fortunate to meet Dr. May in 1998 a day after seeing him perform at Rockstock '98. He had a signing at a Guitar Center one town away from me. There were hundreds in line. I was part of one of the last groups they let in. I hand him my Gibson Spirit XPL to sign and he says, "whatcha got here?"

"Nothing as good as what you have" and he beamed this big smile and signed my guitar. Then he shakes my hand, making full eye contact with me, and thanked me. He. Thanked. Me.

I said, "No... thank YOU! If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't be playing guitar." He then gave an even bigger smile.

It's truly a great thing in life to meet your biggest hero and for them to live up to why they are. One of the greatest moments in my life.

[solarbuduk]

When I was 15 me and my sister won a competition to see Queen at Maine Road stadium in Manchester, and to meet them afterwards. I was learning guitar at the time and I asked Brian if he could give me any advice. He said, “well the only thing I can say is listen to as many different types of music as you possibly can”. Best advice ever.

[hensmom]

Brian May is a fabulous guitarist and he has land in Dorset UK where he planted the first of 100, 000 trees to create new forests and habitats for birds & nature. THANK YOU Brian May❣️

[kevincowart]

Hearing Brian talk about struggling with depression moved me to tears. To know one of the most accomplished humans ever to have lived fought depression and is so honest about it really lifts me up.

[NigelCharlesworth]

I love the fact that Rick can't stop smiling. Clearly enjoys his work!

[magneto]

It was kind of funny when Brian said "Roger Taylor, legendary drummer from Cornwall." That was a long time Queen joke. In the early days when Queen were trying to make a name for themselves, Roger created a poster that said "Legendary Drummer from Cornwall" as part of the advertisement. The other three laughed at that for the rest of their lives!

[guitartube]

You can feel just how genuine and kind Brian May is, and it’s just awesome.

[SST]

Having genius is one thing, understanding it entirely another. This is one of my favourite interviews ever. 👏