Brian May Reveals He Asked John Deacon 'Couple of Times' to Perform Together but He Always Says...

Following Freddie Mercury’s untimely death in November 1991, Queen bassist John Deacon couldn’t see the point of the band carrying on, knowing it was impossible to replace Freddie. Deacon retired from the music industry 25 years ago.

In a recent interview with RockFM Brian May was asked about if he, Roger Taylor and John Deacon could ever come together on stage.

To this Brian said
"I think not, of course we love John and we always will but we don't have any significant contact with him. Now that's the way he wants it he wanted to cut that tie and to be a private person and we have to respect that. I don't think it would be easy for John to step back into the arena that we inhabit. In fact a couple of times we have asked him but he always says no that's not what I do now and we have to respect that. John doesn't wants to do it. I think it would be difficult for him anyway because things have changed a lot and Roger and I have adapted a certain amount. We're still very old school but we're aware of different ways of behaving these days and different ways in which our art is channeled. No I don't think that's going to happen sadly I'd love to say yes but I don't think it would. It's possible that we could meet in some low stress situation I think but in public probably not. "

Since retiring, Deacon chose not the attend Queen’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.

In a previous Interview, Roger Taylor said he remembers the last time he saw John Deacon was in the bar at the We Will Rock You musical around 2004 and when asked whether they are in touch or not both Brian May and Roger Taylor said that They are not in touch with him.

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[kevinkiley]

John Deacon was Queen’s secret weapon: a great bassist and songwriter who preferred to stay away from the limelight but made such an impact.

[adi_v]

We should respect Deacon's choice of retirement.

[ronvandervlies]

John Deacon will always be my favorite bassplayer and i thank John for all his beautiful songs hé wrote. Take care of yourself, John.

[DeeTeaDee]

I love his integrity towards the Queen legacy. In a world full of attention seeking, it is very refreshing to see. God bless you John, your talents will be enjoyed for many many lifetimes to come without you having to lift a single finger

[alexanderpino]

It would be ABSOLUTELY AWESOME if he would return, even if it was just for once, but we should respect his choice. John Deacon is still very much loved by the Queen fans all over the world.

[Xcorgi]

John had a very unique classical style of playing bass that matched Freddie’s piano playing perfectly. No one since has been able to PROPERLY replace him. John was also a huge part of Queen’s overall sound. I’m not sure how many people overlook that fact.

[karenmcadams]

John will always be in our hearts and minds ♥ much love to John Brian & Roger.
Love from America 🇺🇸 ❤

[stewartmckinlay]

An absolute musical gem, Mr Deacon . Hugely underrated Bassist and Songwriter. He has earned the right to a quiet life

[mikewilson]

John was one of the best bassist of the 70's and 80's. He had to be in order to adapt to the diversity of the other band members musical taste.

[swordsman]

Love John Deacon and respect his choice.

[ElleCee]

I love John, and wish him nothing but the best. While I wish he could maybe play on an album (not tour, because I don’t think he could handle it without Freddie), I hope he is happy in his retirement.

[searan]

Respect John's disision as a Queen fan there is no Queen without Freddie.

[renegusmus]

This makes me sad. I would love to see the three back together again. But I understand John's reasons and wish him only the Best. We still love you John.

[paulsimmons]

Deacon was a perfect bassist for the band and a great writer but he’s done his bit so his wishes need to be respected!
Thanks, John, for your hard work and everything you put into Queen!
Best Wishes, always!

[KowalskyLeon]

John Deacon is surely the most sensitive, vulnerable member of Queen.

[rampageclover]

“Things have changed” “we’re aware of different ways of behaving”

Oh I get it, he’s not on social media and therefore would need to sacrifice his privacy and be at the mercy of the modern, vapid music fan who just wants to take selfies and invade his space....he couldn’t just do what he always did, play the music and let that speak for him, he'd need to play the game and make himself 100% accessible to the public rather than just go on stage, play the songs and then get out of there like so many others have managed to do in the modern era. God, there are times where it feels like Brian and Roger have truly sold out...

[Walesbornandbred]

I think Freddy's personality deflect attention from John who seemed to be happy with that. John could take the attention or leave it. I think he took it as long as Freddy was there because he respected his talent.
Oh and he was right, Freddy is irreplacable although they've tried, with varying degrees of success.
God bless you John I hope you are happy, you deserve to be.✌️

[mf]

That is a shame. That being said, I respect TREMENDOUSLY his character for sticking to a personal decision that I hope is the best for him and his family. Also respect Bri and Roger for not overstepping and respecting John's path. I may be seeing Dr. May this summer in London unless he's on tour on a non-musical gathering.

[Angelofloveandhappiness]

Brian is a good man. They are all irreplaceable