QUEEN x BLACK SABBATH jamming together like old friends 🎸♣️ #queen #guitarist #sabbath

Brian May is a British musician, songwriter, and astrophysicist, best known as the lead guitarist of the rock band Queen. Born on July 19, 1947, in Hampton, London, May’s distinctive guitar sound, innovative techniques, and contributions to Queen’s music have made him one of the most respected and influential guitarists in rock history. ### Early Life and Education - **Early Interest in Music**: May’s interest in music began at an early age. He learned to play the piano and the ukulele before moving on to the guitar. - **The Red Special**: With the help of his father, May built his own guitar, known as the “Red Special,“ from various materials, including wood from an old fireplace. This guitar became iconic and is closely associated with his signature sound. - **Education**: May was a talented student, excelling in mathematics and physics. He attended Imperial College London, where he earned a degree in physics and later pursued a PhD in astrophysics. ### Forma