Saw Absolute Queen last time they came around. Saw Queen back when they were at their peak. The Absolute Queen band was good, but Fake Freddie was just okay. An old chubby guy with one "Freddie" move was disappointing. The worst part was they tried to do something that not even Queen did onstage---they attempted to sing the harmonies in the middle of Bohemian Rhapsody. Freddie and company left the stage during that part and played the recording. At the time, I didn't understand it, but after watching the movie and seeing how many takes it took to get that part just right I can see why they would do that. Absolute Queen should take a hint from the originals and do the same. Their version was the worst I've ever heard. Won't be going back. Wouldn't mind seeing Almost Queen if they ever come around here.
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