Miscellaneous Brian May Solo

My Boy 2:10
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Lullabies With A Difference CD
Recorded in 1982 during Queen's Hot Space sessions; released in 1999 on the Lullabies With A Difference compilation CD. A fantastic slow track, featuring just Brian on vocals, piano, and all other instrumentation. It's a shame this never showed up on one of the Queen albums.

I Don't Want Nobody Teasin' Around With Me 3:49
Written by Billy Emerson
Appears on: Japan Good Rocking Tonight - Legacy Of Sun Records

Info coming soon.

Anita Dobson + Brian May

Talking Of Love 3:41
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 1
Brian May wrote, produced, played guitar, and provided backing vocals.

Talking Of Love (Single Edit) 3:23
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Talking Of Love 7" vinyl
Exactly like the album version, except it edits the first 18 seconds.


Talking Of Love (Extended Version) 5:13
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Talking Of Love 12" vinyl
Additional instrumental sections.

The Last Time I Made Love 2:59
Written by Mann/Weil/Barry
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 2
Brian May produced, played guitar, and sang background vocals.

You Can't Stay The Night
Written by Musker/Bugatti
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 3
Brian May produced and sang background vocals.

I Dream Of Christmas 5:05
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 4
Brian May wrote, produced, played guitar, and sang backing vocals. John Deacon appears playing bass guitar.

I Dream Of Christmas (Single Edit) 3:56
Written by Brian May
Appears on: I Dream Of Christmas 7" vinyl
Brian May wrote, produced, played guitar, and sang backing vocals. John Deacon appears playing bass guitar. The instrumental intro up to 0:33 is lost and 2:57 to 3:27 are edited out. The ending fades at around 4:45 to 4:59.

Funny Old Life Ain't It 4:32
Written by Brian May & Anita Dobson
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 5
Brian May co-wrote, produced, and sang backing vocals.

Let Me In (Your Heart Again) 3:52
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 6
Brian May wrote, produced, played guitar, and provided backing vocals. This track originally started as a Queen track for the works, but was not used. Apparently a almost completed version exists with Freddie's lead vocal. Rumor has it Anita used Freddie's vocal as a guide for her own.

To Know Him Is To Love Him 3:09
Written by Phil Spector
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 7, To Know Him Is To Love Him 7" vinyl
Brian May played guitar, produced, and sang backing vocals.

Don't Fall In Love With Anybody Else 4:22
Written by Thompson/Dudley
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 8
Brian May produced, played guitar, and sang backing vocals.

Anyone Can Fall In Love
Written by May/Phillips (music)/Black (lyrics)
Appears on: Talking Of Love, Track 9
Produced by Brian May. The single reached #4 in the UK singles chart. Anyone Can Fall In Love is a version of the EastEnders theme tune, with lyrics.

Sweet Talkin' 4:28
Written by Brian May & Anita Dobson
Appears on: Talking Of Love 7" vinyl
Brian co-wrote, produced, played guitar, and sang backing vocals. Similar to Talking Of Love Extended Version. The instrumental introduction features different vocals by Anita.

Silly Christmas 5:55
Written by Brian May & Anita Dobson
Appears on: I Dream Of Christmas 7" vinyl
Brian May wrote, produced, played guitar, and sang backing vocals. John Deacon appears playing bass guitar. This is the exact same as I Dream Of Christmas, except Anita sings the song as a child and there are some lyrical changes. Party sound effects are throughout the song and the chorus is sung by a party group.


In One Of My Weaker Moments 3:38
Written by Black/Shuman
Appears on: In One Of My Weaker Moments 7" vinyl,
In One Of My Weaker Moments 12" vinyl
Brian May plays guitar.

In One Of My Weaker Moments (Drama Mix)
Written by
Black/Shuman
Appears on: In One Of My Weaker Moments 12" vinyl
Info coming soon.


In One Of My Weaker Moments (Instrumental Version) 3:38
Written by
Black/Shuman
Appears on: In One Of My Weaker Moments 7" vinyl,
In One Of My Weaker Moments 12" vinyl
Info coming soon.

In One Of My Weaker Moments (Vocal Mix)
Written by
Black/Shuman
Appears on:
In One Of My Weaker Moments 12" vinyl
Possible on the 12" instead of the regular version.

Artists United For Nature + Brian May

Yes We Can 3:57
Written by Thompson/Faltermeyer
Appears on: Germany Yes We Can 7" vinyl, Germany Yes We Can CD single, UK Earthrise: The Rainforest Single CD single

The Artists United For Nature are Brian May, Ian Anderson, Joe Cocker, Carol Decker, Harold Faltermeyer, Herbie Hancock, Tommy Johnson, Chaka Khan, Stevie Lange, Sandra, Michael McDonald, Richard Page, Maggie Reilly, Jennifer Rush, Chris Thompson, Stefan Zauner.

Yes We Can (Extended Version) 5:25
Written by
Thompson/Faltermeyer
Appears on: Germany Yes We Can 12" vinyl, Germany Yes We Can CD single, UK Earthrise: The Rainforest Single CD single
Info coming soon.

Yes We Can (Instrumental Version) 3:57
Written by
Thompson/Faltermeyer
Appears on:
Germany Yes We Can 12" vinyl, Germany Yes We Can CD single, UK Earthrise: The Rainforest Single CD single
Info coming soon.


Yes We Can (Nature Sounds) 3:50
Written by
Thompson/Faltermeyer
Appears on: Germany Yes We Can
7" vinyl, Germany Yes We Can 12" vinyl, Germany Yes We Can CD single
Info coming soon.


Bad News + Brian May

Bohemian Rhapsody 3:45
Written by Freddie Mercury
Appears on: UK Bad News CD album, UK Bad News LP, Bad News Bohemian Rhapsody 7" vinyl, Bad News Bohemian Rhapsody 12" vinyl, Bad News The Cash In Compilation CD
From the 1987 self titled album Bad News. Brian May produced this track, as well as the entire album. John appears playing bass guitar and singing "backing vocals."

Life With Brian
Written by ?
Appears on: Bad News The Cash In Compilation CD
Info coming soon.


Cashing In On Christmas
Written by ?
Appears on: Cashing In On Christmas 7" vinyl, Cashing In On Christmas 12" vinyl
Info coming soon.


Billy Squier + Brian May

(Another) 1984 4:54
Written by Billy Squier
Appears on: US Signs Of Life LP, US Signs Of Life CD, US Signs Of Life re-release, US (Another) 1984 12" promo vinyl

From 1984's Signs Of Life album, (Another) 1984 features Brian May on guitar. A 80s style rock song with a futuristic motiff. The track features lots of "futuristic" synthesizer effects, harmonies, and Orwellian overtones. Brian's guitar solo sounds more like early Queen than Queen of the 80s. Not too bad, but Billy has done much better.


Black Sabbath + Brian May

When Death Calls 6:55
Written by Black Sabbath
Appears on: UK Headless Cross LP, UK Headless Cross CD, US Headless Cross CD

When Death Calls comes from Black Sabbath's 1989 album Headless Cross, which is the second album to feature Tony Martin on lead vocals. Brian shares guitar solo duties with Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi. Also of note, Cozy Powell co-produced (with Iommi) and played drums on the album. Cozy later recorded and toured with Brian. Headless Cross is generally viewed positively by Sabbath fans.

Carmine Appice + Brian May

Nobody Knew (Black White House) (Long Version) 4:47
Written by Keeling/Appice
Appears on: UK Guitar Zeus CD album, Nobody Knew CD single

Info coming soon.

Nobody Knew (Black White House) (Radio Version) 3:50
Written by Keeling/Appice
Appears on: Nobody Knew CD single

Info coming soon.


Chris Thompson + Brian May

A Shift In The Wind Part 1
Written by ?
Appears on: Radio Voices

From 1985, Brian May on guitar. More information coming soon.

A Shift In The Wind Part 2
Written by ?
Appears on: Radio Voices

From 1985, Brian May on guitar. More information coming soon.


Clair Sweeney + Brian May

Too Much Love Will Kill You 4:22
Written by May/Musker/Lamers

Appears on: Claire
Info coming soon.


Cliff Richard + Brian May

Move It 4:07
Written by Ian Samwell
Appears on: Two's Company
Info coming soon.


Cozy Powell + Brian May

Somewhere In Time 3:50
Written by Powell/Nicholls/Makin
Appears on: The Drums Are Back
From Cozy's 1992 album "The Drums Are Back." The Track features Brian May on guitar and John Deacon on bass. This track was the inspiration for Nothin' But Blue on Brian's Back To The Light album. This is also the same track that appeared as "Nothin' But Blue (Guitar Version)" on the Back To The Light CD single.


D-Rok + Brian May

Red Planet Blues 6:35
Written by ?
Appears on: Oblivion LP, Oblivion CD album
Info coming soon.

Get Out Of My Way 6:08
Written by ?
Appears on: Oblivion LP, Oblivion CD album

Info coming soon.

Get Out Of My Way (D Mix)

Written by ?
Appears on: Get Out Of My Way 12" vinyl, Get Out Of My Way CD single
Info coming soon.

Get Out Of My Way (Air Mix)
Written by ?
Appears on: Get Out Of My Way 12" vinyl
Info coming soon.

Get Out Of My Way (Remix)
Written by ?
Appears on: Get Out Of My Way CD single
Info coming soon.


Def Leopard + Brian May

Now I'm Here (Live at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert) 4:56
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Tonight 7" vinyl, Tonight 12" vinyl, Tonight CD single

Info coming soon.


Diana Ross + Brian May

Crazy Little Thing Called Love 3:15
Written by Freddie Mercury
Appears on: UK I Love You
CD, UK I Love You - Special Edition CD
From the UK version of Diana Ross' 2006 album "I Love You." This is one of the most jarring and odd Queen covers that I have heard. The track starts with a horn section (that continues throughout the track) and features a different arrangement. Diana's vocals are good, but again are slightly odd for this song. Brian plays guitar throughout the track and performs a solo that is very different from the original. Note that the US version of "I Love You" does not feature this track.


Dweezil & Ahmet Zappa + Brian May

Unknown Track
Written by ?
Appears on: Shampoohorn

From 2006, Brian May on guitar. More information coming soon.


Eddie Howell + Brian May

The Man From Manhattan 3:22
Written by Eddie Howell
Appears on: Freddie Mercury Solo Collection, A Ghost Of A Smile, The Man From Manhattan CD
Recorded during the Night At The Opera sessions at Sarm East, August 1975. This track sounds extremely Queen-like, and it should. Freddie produced, played piano, and provided backing vocals. To add to the Queen sound, Brian May played guitar and also provided backing vocals. A fantastic song, borrowing a lot musically from Killer Queen.

The Man From Manhattan (Back Again) 4:56
Written by Eddie Howell
Appears on: A Ghost Of A Smile, The Man From Manhattan CD

Info coming soon.


Man From Manhattan (Edit) 3:22
Written by Eddie Howell
Appears on: UK Man From Manhattan CD single (1995)

Info coming soon

Extreme + Brian May

Love Of My Life 4:31
Written by Freddie Mercury
Appears on: Song For Love 7" single, Song For Love 12" single, Song For Love CD single

The track was recorded at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert, but has the audience noise removed and a couple of other changes, and it features additional electric guitar by Brian May.


Foo Fighters + Brian May

Have A Cigar 4:02
Written by Roger Waters
Appears on: Mission Impossible 2 Soundtrack

A heavy, rip-roaring cover of the classic Pink Floyd track. Taylor Hawkins, not Dave Grohl provides lead vocals. Brian's guitar is throughout the track. Please note that the Foo Fighters originally performed this as a B-side without Brian May; this version is different from that B-side version.

Tired Of You 5:12
Written by Foo Fighters
Appears on: One By One

From the Foo Fighter's fourth album, Tired Of You features Brian's "Queen II-type" guitar sound by request of the Foos. The track is is quiet and somber with Brian's orchestral guitar in the background. One By One went on to be a big hit, although it was the least favorite album of the band
.

Freddie Mercury + Brian May

She Blows Hot And Cold (Alternative Version featuring Brian May) 4:36

Written by Freddie Mercury
Appears on: The Solo Collection

This is actually the original version recorded by Freddie, with Brian on guitar. Because Freddie didn't want the other members to appear on the album, he asked Brian to do the guitar track with the intention of getting the session guitarist to redo it more or less the same way Brian did it. So the finished version has the session guitarist Paul Vincent copying this performance by Brian. The drums and piano aren't as punchy as the finished version, but this is still a must for Queen fans as Freddie and Brian seem to be having a lot of fun.


Fuzzbox + Brian May

Self! 3:43
Written by Fuzzbox
Appears on: UK Self! 7" vinyl, UK Self! 7" vinyl picture disc, UK Self! CD single
Info coming soon


Self! (Selfish Mix) 8:20
Written by Fuzzbox
Appears on: UK Self! 12" vinyl, US Self! 12" vinyl
, UK Self! CD single
Info coming soon.


Gareth Marks + Brian May

Unknown Track
Written by ?
Appears on: Unreleased

An unreleased an unknown track from Gareth Marks' 1991 album Lady Of Leisure is supposed to feature Brian May on guitar.


Gordon Giltrap + Brian May

Heartsong 4:24
Written by Morris
Appears on: Music For The Small Screen

From 1995. Heartsong is a re-recording of the classic 1977 Giltrap track featuring Brian May, Steve Howe, Midge Ure, Rick Wakeman and Neil Murray.


Hale And Pace + Brian May

The Stonk 3:46
Written by Hale/Pace/Griffiths
Appears on: The Stonk 7" vinyl, The Stonk 12" vinyl, The Stonk CD single

1991 Brian May produced, plays guitar, and keyboards. Roger Taylor appears on drums.

The Stonk (Extended Version) 5:17
Written by Hale/Pace/Griffiths
Appears on: The Stonk 12" vinyl, The Stonk CD single

Info coming soon


Hank Marvin + Brian May

We Are The Champions 5:04
Written by Freddie Mercury
Appears on: Into The Light, We Are The Champions 7" vinyl, We Are The Champions CD single

From Hank Marvin's 1992 album "Into The Light." Brian May plays guitar.

We Are The Champions (Promo Edit)
Written by Freddie Mercury
Appears on: We Are The Champions promo CD single

Info coming soon


Heavy Pettin + Brian May

In And Out Of Love 3:50
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Lettin Loose, In And Out Of Love 12" vinyl
Produced by Brian May & Mack

In And Out Of Love (Single Edit 3:24
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: In And Out Of Love 7" vinyl
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Broken Heart 4:08
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Lettin Loose, In And Out Of Love 7" vinyl, In And Out Of Love 12" vinyl
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Love On The Run 4:00
Written by Mendoza, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Lettin Loose
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Love Times Love 4:59
Written by Bonnar, Moat
Appears on: Lettin Loose, Love Times Love 7" vinyl, Love Times Love 12" vinyl, Love Times Love 7" picture disc
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Victims Of The Night 5:14
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Lettin Loose
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Rock Me 4:58
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Lettin Loose, Rock Me 7" vinyl, Rock Me 12" vinyl
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Rock Me (Edit Version) 3:09
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Rock Me 12" vinyl
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Shout It Out 3:34
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Lettin Loose, Love Times Love 7" vinyl, Love Times Love 12" vinyl, Love Times Love 7" picture disc
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Devil In Her Eyes 5:08
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Lettin Loose
Produced by Brian May & Mack

Hell Is Beautiful 4:07
Written by Bonnar, Moat, Hayman
Appears on: Lettin Loose
Produced by Brian May & Mack


Holly Johnson + Brian May

Love Train (Album Version) 3:52
Written by Blast
Appears on: Blast

Info coming soon.

Love Train (Stroke It Up Mix)
Written by ?
Appears on: Love Train 12" vinyl

Info coming soon.

Love Train (Ride The "A" Train Mix) 6:45
Written by ?
Appears on: Love Train 12" vinyl

Info coming soon.

Love Train (Americanos Mix)
Written by ?
Appears on: Love Train Frankie Knuckles Remixes 12" vinyl, The People Want To Dance 12" vinyl

Info coming soon.

Ian And Belinda + Brian May

Who Wants To Live Forever 3:45
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Who Wants To Live Forever 7" vinyl, Queen Greatest Video Hits II

A 1989 single for the British Bone Marrow Donor Appeal. Brian May produces, played guitar, and keyboards. Drums by Roger Taylor and bass by John Deacon. Ian Meeson and Belinda Gillett provide vocals.

Who Wants To Live Forever (Instrumental Version) 3:42
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Who Wants To Live Forever 7" vinyl, Who Wants To Live Forever 12" vinyl

Info coming soon

Who Wants To Live Forever (Extended Version) 4:08
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Who Wants To Live Forever 12" vinyl

Info coming soon

Who Wants To Live Forever (Demo)
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Who Wants To Live Forever 12" vinyl

Info coming soon


Ian Hunter + Brian May

You Nearly Did Me In 5:46
Written by Ian Hunter
Appears on: All-American Alien Boy (1976)

A great song from the former lead singer to Mott The Hoople. This track features Freddie, Brian, and Roger singing backing vocals. Appears on Hunter's All American Boy album, which was rereleased in 1996. Worth finding just for this song alone.


Jeffrey Osborne + Brian May

Stay With Me Tonight 4:58
Written by Jones
Appears on: Stay With Me Tonight
, UK Stay With Me Tonight 7" vinyl
From 1983. A typical 80s pop sounding R&B song. The song is very heavy on funky sythesizers. Osborne's vocals are deep, different, and generally fairly good. Brian's guitar solo only lasts a few seconds and is not a major part of the song.

Stay With Me Tonight (Extended Version)
Written by Jones
Appears on:
UK Stay With Me Tonight 12" vinyl 1,
US Stay With Me Tonight 12" vinyl
Info coming soon.

Stay With Me Tonight (Jeffrey Osborne Soul Mix)
Written by Jones
Appears on:
UK Stay With Me Tonight 12" vinyl 2

Info coming soon.

Stay With Me Tonight (Dub Version a.k.a. US Club Mix)
Written by Jones
Appears on:
US Stay With Me Tonight 12" vinyl, UK Stay With Me Tonight 12" vinyl 2

Info coming soon.


Stay With Me Tonight (Froggy Mix)
Written by Jones
Appears on:
UK You Should Be Mine 12" vinyl

Info coming soon.


Two Wrongs Don't Make It Right 4:43
Written by Leib/Osborne
Appears on: Stay With Me Tonight

Also from 1983. This track is similar to Stay With Me Tonight, but with a much faster, poppier, tempo.


Jennifer Rush + Brian May

Who Wants To Live Forever 3:58
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Out Of My Hands
Brian plays guitar, sings backing vocals, and sings lead vocals for a verse.


Jerry Lee Lewis + Brian May

High School Confidential
Written by Hargrave/Lewis
Appears on: Jerry Lee Lewis and Friends VHS/DVD
Live from the 1989 Hammersmith Odeon concert.


Jimmy Gnecco + Brian May

Someone To Die For 5:07
Written by Cornell/Johannes/Shneider (Lyrics)/Johannes/Shneider (Music)
Appears on: Spider-Man 2 Soundtrack

Someone To Die For is an excellent track that appears on the Spider-Man 2 Soundtrack. Jimmy Gnecco provides excellent lead vocals and Brian's guitar soars throughout the entire song. Chris Cornell of Soundgarden/Audioslave fame co-wrote the lyrics and Rick Rubin produced. Unfortunately, the song was completed just for addition on the soundtrack and was not actually used in the movie. Also of note, there is a demo version of this song featuring Chris Cornell's lead vocals (but no guitar from Brian).


Jonathan Kelly + Brian May

Fork In The Road
Written by ?
Appears on: Unreleased

Info coming soon.

Jose Lucas + Brian May

Electric Rhumba (Tour Du Monde En 45 Tours)
Written by N/A
Appears on: France Electric Rhumba 7" vinyl (Part 1), France Electric Rhumba 12" vinyl

Info coming soon

Electric Rhumba (En 45 Tours)
Written by N/A
Appears on: France Electric Rhumba 7" vinyl (Part 2)

Info coming soon

Judie Tzuke + Brian May

I Can Read Books 4:48
Written by Tzuke/Noble
Appears on: Wonderland

Info coming soon.

Kerry Ellis + Brian May

Defying Gravity 4:03
Written by Stephen Schwartz
Appears on: Anthems, Wicked In Rock EP

This song is from the musical Wicked. Kerry performed the lead role of Elphaba and this was a solo number in the show, so it's no surprise she recorded it for her solo album (having performed it hundreds of times). Compared to the original version this is a much heavier, orchestral rock number. Brian May plays lead guitar and produces the track, and Taylor Hawkins from Foo Fights plays drums.

Save Me (BBC Version) 4:35
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Unreleased (15/08/10 BBC Radio 2 "Weekend Wogan" Broadcast)

Kerry and Brian did a live three track set promoting her album Anthems. The first song performed is a version of the Queen song "Save Me," which is not too far from the original, but Ellis performed it in much more blues-rock vein. The backing has some nice jazzy horns. Worth checking out.

I'm Not That Girl 3:45
Written by Stephen Schwartz
Appears on: Anthems, Wicked In Rock EP

Another song from the musical Wicked, this version has a full rock backing track, giving it a similar feel to the songs "Save Me" or "It's Late".
Brian May plays lead guitar and produces the track, and Taylor Hawkins from Foo Fights plays drums.

I'm Not That Girl (BBC Version) 4:04
Written by Stephen Schwartz
Appears on: Unreleased (15/08/10 BBC Radio 2 "Weekend Wogan" Broadcast)

The second track performed by Kerry and Brian for the radio show, this version is pretty close to the album version, though the backing is a little more loose, being performed live in front of an audience.

I Loved A Butterfly
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Anthems

If this song sounds familiar, that's because it's "Some Things That Glitter," originally recorded by Queen + Paul Rodgers, but beginning life as far back at the '80s with Brian's demo "Butterfly" (as heard in The Magic Years' "One Vision" segment). Why the name change? Who knows. It's possible this is the original title and it was changed for The Cosmos Rocks, seeing as Brian referred to the demo as "Butterfly" long before he, Roger and Paul recorded it.

I Loved A Butterfly (BBC Version) 3:04
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Unreleased (15/08/10 BBC Radio 2 "Weekend Wogan" Broadcast)

The third song from the radio show, with Brian on acoustic guitar and Kerry singing. Kerry flubs a note or two, but otherwise it's an excellent performance.

No-One But You 5:23
Written by Brian May
Performers: Queen + Kerry Ellis
Appears on: QueenOnline Exclusive Download, Anthems, Wicked In Rock EP

The same recording as was released previously as "No One But You (Orchestral Version)" (see Queen + Kerry Ellis). Nice to have on CD, though.


Lady Gaga + Brian May

Yoü And I 5:07
Written by Lady Gaga
Appears on: US Born This Way CD, US Born This Way 2 CD Special Edition, UK Born This Way CD, UK Born This Way 2 CD Special Edition

From Lady Gaga's monster 2011 release, Born This Way, Yoü And I is a fantastic track; showing off all of Lady Gaga's writing and performing talents. Brian appears on the track with some great guitar work (although it is slightly buried in the mix). Queen's familiar stomp-stomp-clap from We Will Rock You is also sampled into the track. Highest recommendation.


Living In A Box + Brian May

Blow The House Down 4:16
Written by Hammond/Vere
Appears on: Gatecrashing, UK Blow The House Down 7" vinyl, UK Blow The House Down 12" vinyl, UK Blow The House Down 12" vinyl picture sleeve, UK Blow The House Down CD single

Info coming soon

Blow The House Down (Remix)
Written by Hammond/Vere
Appears on: UK Blow The House Down 12" vinyl picture sleeve, UK Blow The House Down CD single

Info coming soon

Blow The House Down (Dub Mix)
Written by Hammond/Vere
Appears on: UK Blow The House Down 12" vinyl, UK Blow The House Down 12" vinyl picture sleeve, UK Blow The House Down CD single

Info coming soon

Blow The House Down (Conversion Mix)
Written by Hammond/Vere
Appears on: UK Blow The House Down 12" vinyl, UK Blow The House Down CD single

Info coming soon

Blow The House Down (House Mix)
Written by Hammond/Vere
Appears on: UK Blow The House Down 12" vinyl

Info coming soon


Lonnie Donegan + Brian May

Diggin' My Potatoes 3:31
Written by Washboard Sam
Appears on: Puttin' On The Style

After lengthy absense, 50s "Skiffle King" Lonnie Donegan returned with a new record, accompanied by some of the biggest names of the 60s and 70s. One of those names was Brian May. The track was recorded in Wessex Studios during the News Of The World sessions and released in 1978. The track sounds sound very much from the 50s, but is also a very fun track. Brian's guitar playing goes along nicely with the song and is instantly recognizable.

Let Your Heart Rule Your Head
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Unreleased

1988 Duet written for Donnegan's new album, brian on backing vocals

Rolling Stone
Written by ?
Appears on: Unreleased

A second collaboration between Brian and Lonnie for the Puttin' On The Style album. This track was never used and has yet to be released.

Lynn Carey Saylor + Brian May

If We Believe 4:01
Written by Lynn Carey Saylor
Appears on: If We Believe CD single

2002 guitar and backing vocals


Meatloaf + Brian May

A Time For Heroes 4:13
Written by Jon Lyons
Appears on: UK A Time For Heroes 7" vinyl, US A Time For Heroes 12" vinyl, US A Time For Heroes CD single

A Time For Heroes served as the theme of the 1987 International Summer Special Olympics World Games. The original single and extended versions are instrumental and are performed by Tangerine Dream. The vocal version features Meat Loaf on lead vocals and Brian May on guitar.

Bad For Good 7:32
Written by Jim Steinman
Appears on: Bat Out Of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose CD

Twenty-nine years after the first Bat Out Of Hell, and thirteen years after Bat Out Of Hell II; Meat Loaf returned in 2006 with Bat Out Of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose. Bad For Good was written by Jim Steinman to appear on the follow-up to the original Bat Out Of Hell album. Steinman ended up recording the track himself years later for his 1981 album also called Bad For Good. Brian's guitar is very obvious at the opening of the song, returns at 4:30 for a solo, and appears sporatically throughout. A highlight of the album.

Love Is Not Real/Next Time You Stab Me In The Back 7:33
Written by Aday/Cavallo/Hawkins/Nally
Appears on: Hang Cool Teddy Bear CD

From Meat Loaf's eleventh album, Love Is Not Real/Next Time You Stab Me In The Back is a track stacked with notable guest musicians. Brian May and Steve Vai share guitar duties, while Taylor Hawkins from Foo Fighters assists with background vocals (and has a co-writing credit on the track). The song is typical Meat Loaf, going through many shifts between a big over the top sound that are accentuated with quieter parts. As you would expect, Steve Vai and Brian May share thrashing guitar solos.

Mick Ronson + Brian May

All The Young Dudes
Written by David Bowie
Appears on:
Heaven And Hull
This is the live version taken from the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert. It appears on Mick Ronson's posthumous Heaven And Hull album.


Minako Honda + Brian May

Golden Days (English Version) 4:04
Written by Brian May
Appears on: UK Golden Days 7" vinyl
Brian May wrote, produced, and played guitar.

Golden Days (Japanese Version) 4:04
Written by Brian May
Appears on: UK Crazy Nights 12" vinyl, Japan Crazy Nights 7" vinyl, Japan Golden Days CD single
Brian May wrote, produced, and played guitar.

Golden Days (2006 Remix)
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Minako Honda Tribute album.
Brian May wrote, produced, and played guitar.

Crazy Nights (English Version) 4:17
Written by Brian May
Appears on: UK Golden Days 7" vinyl
Brian May wrote, produced, and played guitar.

Crazy Nights (Japanese Version) 4:17
Written by Brian May
Appears on: Japan Crazy Nights 7" vinyl, Japan Crazy Nights 12" vinyl
Brian May wrote, produced, and played guitar.


Os Paralamas Do Sucesso + Brian May

El Vampiro Bajo El Sol
Written by ?
Appears on: Severino

Info coming soon.

Paul Rodgers + Brian May

I'm Ready 2:59
Written by Dixon
Appears on: Muddy Water Blues

Info coming soon.

All Right Now 6:52
Written by Rodgers/Fraser
Appears on: Fender Strat Pack

Info coming soon.

Pavarotti + Brian May

Too Much Love Will Kill You 4:27
Written by
May/Musker/Lamers
Appears on: Pavarotti & Friends

Info coming soon.

Phenomena + Brian May

A Whole Lot Of Love 5:39
Written by Galley/Johansen
Appears on: Phenomena III: Inner Vision

Info coming soon.

What About Love 5:04
Written by Galley/Johansen
Appears on: Phenomena III: Inner Vision

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Quartz + Brian May

Circles
Written by ?
Appears on: ?

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Ramoncín + Brian May

Como En Susurro 4:26
Written by ?
Appears on: La Vida En El Filo, Spain Como En Susurro 7" vinyl,
Spain Como Un Susurro 12" vinyl
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Robbie Williams + Brian May

Eternity 4:59
Written by Williams/Chambers
Appears on: Eternity CD single, Robbie Williams' Greatest Hits
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Rock Against Repatriation + Brian May

Sailing
Written by ?
Appears on:
UK Sailing 7" vinyl,
UK Sailing 12" vinyl, UK Sailing CD single
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Sailing (Instrumental Version)
Written by ?
Appears on:
UK Sailing 7" vinyl,
UK Sailing 12" vinyl, UK Sailing CD single
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Rock Aid Armenia + Brian May

Smoke On The Water
Written by Blackmore/Gillan/Glover/Lord/Paice
Appears on: UK Smoke On The Water 7" vinyl, UK Smoke On The Water CD single

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Smoke On The Water (Radio Mix) 5:08
Written by Blackmore/Gillan/Glover/Lord/Paice
Appears on: UK Smoke On The Water 7" vinyl

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Smoke On The Water (Mega Rock Remix) 6:00
Written by Blackmore/Gillan/Glover/Lord/Paice
Appears on: UK Smoke On The Water 12" vinyl

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Smoke On The Water (Mayhem Mix)
Written by Blackmore/Gillan/Glover/Lord/Paice
Appears on: UK Smoke On The Water 12" vinyl

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Smoke On The Water (Original Extended Version)
Written by Blackmore/Gillan/Glover/Lord/Paice
Appears on: UK Smoke On The Water 12" vinyl

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Rock Therapy + Brian May

Reaching Out 2:42
Written by
Black/Hill
Appears on: UK Reaching Out CD single

Reaching Out was a charity single released to aid the Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Centre. Rock Therapy is made up of Brian May on guitar, Charlie Watts from the Rolling Stones on drums, and Paul Rodgers from Free/Bad Company on lead vocals. Backing vocals are provided by Sam Brown, Andy Fairweather-Low, and Lulu. The song was later performed live by Queen + Paul Rodgers on their 2005 and 2006 tours.

Reaching Out (Acoustic Version) 2:41
Written by
Black/Hill
Appears on: UK Reaching Out CD single

The Acoustic Version of Reaching Out retains Paul Rodgers' lead vocals, but removes Brian's lead guitar and Charlie Watts' drums. Paul is backed up by an acoustic guitar, player unknown. Backing vocals are also removed from this version.

Reaching Out (Instrumental Version) 2:39
Written by
Black/Hill
Appears on: UK Reaching Out CD single

The Instrumental Version of Reaching Out takes out Paul Rodgers' lead vocals but retains the backing vocals and Brian's lead guitar.

Rocky Horror Show + Brian May

Unknown
Written by Unknown
Appears on: Rocky Horror Show selected highlights (1995 Cast)
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Sissel + Brian May

What Are We Made Of? 3:42
Written by Brian May
Appears on: The Adventures Of Pinocchio Soundtrack
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Il Colosso 7:36
Written by May/Holdridge/Sparks
Appears on: The Adventures Of Pinocchio Soundtrack
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S.O.L. (Stefan Zauner) + Brian May

Make My Dream Come True 4:03
Written by ?
Appears on: S.O.L. - Some Other Language
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Soundgarden + Brian May

New Damage 5:24
Written by Thayil/Cameron (Music)/Cornell (Lyrics)
Appears on: Greenpeace - Alternative NRG

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Status Quo + Brian May

Raining In My Heart 3:32
Written by Bryant/Bryant
Appears on: Don't Stop

Don't Stop is an album of covers performed by Status Quo that was released for their 30th anniversary. Raining In My Heart was originally a Buddy Holly ballad. Brian plays guitar solos on the track.


Steve Hackett + Brian May

Cassandra (Originial Version) 4:08
Written by Steve Hackett
Appears on: Feedback 86

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Cassandra (1992 Re-take) 3:42
Written by Steve Hackett
Appears on: Guitar Noir

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Cassandra (Work-in-progress version 1) 4:06

Written by Steve Hackett
Appears on: Unreleased

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Cassandra (Work-in-progress version 2) 2:54
Written by Steve Hackett
Appears on: Unreleased

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Slot Machine (Originial Version) 4:23
Written by Steve Hackett/Brian May
Appears on: Feedback 86

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Slot Machine (Edit Piece) 3:31
Written by Steve Hackett/Brian May
Appears on: Unreleaed

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Slot Machine (Work-in-progress version 1) 4:05
Written by Steve Hackett/Brian May
Appears on: Unreleased

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Slot Machine (Work-in-progress version 2) 3:53
Written by Steve Hackett/Brian May
Appears on: Unreleased

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Taylor Hawkins & The Coattail Riders + Brian May

Way Down 3:48
Written by Hawkins/May
Appears on: Red Light Fever

The third track from Taylor Hawkin's second CD. The track (and CD as a whole) is a great blend of classic rock and modern rock styles. Brian co-wrote, provides guitar, and backing vocals on this track. The last chorus features Brian's vocals and sounds very "Queen-like."


Don't Have To Speak 3:44
Written by Hawkins
Appears on: Red Light Fever

Another great mid-tempo classic rock style song from Taylor Hawkins featuring Brian May on guitar from about 2:25 onwards.


The Cross + Brian May

Love Lies Bleeding (She Was A Wicked, Wily Waitress) (Album Version) 4:24
Written by Roger Taylor
Appears on: UK Shove It, Track 7/US Shove It, Track 1

Love Lies Bleeding (She Was A Wicked, Wily Waitress) (Original Version) 4:14
Written by Roger Taylor
Appears on: UK Cowboys and Indians 7" vinyl, UK Cowboys and Indians 12" vinyl,
UK Cowboys and Indians promo CD
Brian May appears on this track, both on the album and the single, playing some great guitar. This was the lead-off single for the album, so it came out before the album did, making this version the Original. The differences to the album aren't huge, but you'll notice the beefier guitars. Roger sings "I want you to burn! Burn! Burn!" on this version, which is edited on the album (except the last "Burn!") for some reason. This version is also about ten seconds shorter, fading out earlier.

The Yardbirds + Brian May

Mr, You're A Better Man Than I 3:22
Written by Hugg/Hugg
Appears on: Birdland

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Tim Staffell + Brian May

Earth 4:52
Written by Tim Staffell
Appears on: Amigo

A favorite song of Staffell's, he also recorded an acoustic version in 1972 with his post-Smile band, Morgan, for their epic suite Nova Solis. This version, recorded for his solo album, Amigo, is heavier compared the original Smile recording. Lead vocals are split between Tim and Brian, and Brian also plays lead guitar. A few lyrics changes and updated backing harmonies make this a nice alternative to the original.

Doing Alright 3:43
Written by Staffell/May
Appears on: Amigo

Another Smile track appears on Tim's solo album. This song was co-written by Brian, and was previously recorded by Queen twice (for their first album and for their first BBC session). This version, though, is significantly different from the previous renditions, featuring a much lighter feel through a very different arrangement. Brian shares the lead vocals again, as well as playing guitar.


Tony Iommi + Brian May

Flame On 4:26
Written by Astbury/Iommi/Marlette
Appears on: Iommi

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Goodbye Lament 4:48
Written by Grohl/Iommi/Marlette
Appears on: Iommi

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Tony Martin + Brian May

If There Is A Heaven
Written by N/A
Appears on: German If There Is A Heaven 7" vinyl, German If There Is A Heaven CD single

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If There Is A Heaven (Single Edit)
Written by N/A
Appears on: German If There Is A Heaven 7" vinyl, German If There Is A Heaven CD single

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More to come...