During Queen’s unforgettable July 10 performance at the Unipol Arena in Bologna, Italy, fans were treated to an unexpected and breathtaking moment. In a stunning act of spontaneity, Adam Lambert stepped forward and delivered a powerful rendition of the iconic opera aria “Nessun Dorma.”
The performance, entirely unplanned, stopped the crowd in its tracks—and left Queen’s legendary guitarist Brian May visibly moved. Taking to Instagram after the show, May praised Lambert’s vocal display as a “spontaneous gift to Bologna,” adding, “So proud of Adam!!! I can see our dear departed friend Luciano smiling!! Let’s rock tonight!!!”
Originally composed by Giacomo Puccini for his 1924 opera Turandot, “Nessun Dorma” was immortalized for a global audience when the great Luciano Pavarotti performed it during the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Lambert’s take on the aria may not have been rehearsed, but it was heartfelt, technically brilliant, and deeply emotional—earning roaring applause from the audience and high praise from fans online.
While Lambert continues to surprise with his versatility and vocal mastery, Queen is also making waves with a new release. Their Greatest Hits trilogy, first packaged together in 2000 and reissued in 2011 for the band’s 40th anniversary, is returning—this time as a stunning limited-edition vinyl box set.
Set for release on June 17, The Platinum Collection will span six 180g discs in vivid yellow, red, pink, purple, blue, and green vinyl—each mastered at half-speed at the legendary Abbey Road Studios. The collection will feature refreshed artwork, individual sleeves for each disc, and a 24-page 12” photo booklet, making it a collector’s dream.
In other Queen news, Brian May continues to explore new musical frontiers. He’s recently collaborated with Graham Gouldman of 10cc on a special track inspired by NASA’s groundbreaking first images from the James Webb Space Telescope—blending rock, science, and awe into something truly cosmic.
From the opera stage to deep space, Queen and its ever-evolving legacy continue to inspire, surprise, and resonate across generations. And with Adam Lambert at the helm, the band’s journey is anything but ordinary.
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