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Queen guitarist Brian May has been given the all-clear from cancer, and has also discussed the upcoming release of new music, featuring iconic frontman Freddie Mercury, which he describes as 'magic'.
The iconic guitarist took to his official website to speak about the unearthed material, which is said to have been recorded 30 years ago, long before Mercury tragically passed away in 1991.
"I had a great day in the studio today anyway, even before the welcome news," wrote May on Monday (13 January, 2014). "And some Queen magic is happening ... I can feel it in my bones. It's annoying to have to be so secretive, but I guess I have to, for now.
"What I can say is the track we dusted off has the four of us -- Freddie, John, Roger and myself -- playing together on a track we'd all forgotten about.
May continued: "'It sounds so fresh. I got quite emotional hearing some of it ... some rough takes, some discussion and banter, and then a really good take, and some overdubs, and ... well, it's crying out to be finally brought into the world.
"I can't help but feel a buzz. I'm energised again."
Speaking of his relief after being given the all-clear from a prostate cancer over Christmas, May added: "'I got a great phone call from my specialist. He said, 'I have good news. The result of your prostate biopsy is here and we did not find any cancer cells'.
"So finally, as far as that vital organ is concerned, I am - thank God - in the clear. There are still some mysteries to solve, but I am going to take a moment to count my blessings."
Last year, Queen signed a brand new major record deal with Universal Music Group, promising fans rare and unheard material as well as a movie and much more in the coming years.
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