Roger Taylor
Drummer for the band Queen
Born
April 26th, 1960
65 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent drummer, contributed to the rock band Queen, which formed in 1970. The band's iconic albums, including 'A Night at the Opera' and 'News of the World', solidified their status in rock history. Taylor also provided lead vocals on several tracks, including 'I'm in Love with My Car' and 'Radio Ga Ga'. His energetic drumming style and creative songwriting were integral to Queen's sound. In addition to work with Queen, Taylor has released solo albums and collaborated with other artists throughout his career.
Drummed for Queen, known for hits like 'Bohemian Rhapsody'
Wrote and performed on several Queen tracks
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