"Brian May recounts the process of incorporating elements from Freddie Mercury's solo works into a Queen album, explaining it as a 'great labor of love'"

In 1995, Queen released their final album, "Made In Heaven." This album was a poignant tribute to their late frontman, Freddie Mercury, and a testament to the band's enduring talent.

John Deacon, the band's bassist, penned some of Queen's most iconic hits, including "Another One Bites The Dust," "You're My Best Friend," and "I Want To Break Free." Mercury, on the other hand, was responsible for classics like "Killer Queen," "Don't Stop Me Now," "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," "We Are The Champions," and the unforgettable "Bohemian Rhapsody."

The version of "Made In Heaven" that appeared on the album was a far more lavish production. Brian May spent months creating a panorama for the song, a testament to the band's dedication to their final work. The recordings were enhanced by May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon at the band-owned Mountain studio in Montreux, Switzerland.

In Queen's songwriting process, the person who brings a song in has the final say on its final form. This collaborative approach allowed each member to contribute their unique talents, with Deacon, May, and Mercury all writing hit singles. Deacon and Mercury worked closely on the lyrics for "Another One Bites The Dust," with Deacon credited for the song's poignant lyrics.

The album was originally recorded for Mercury's solo album Mr. Bad Guy in 1985, but was later incorporated into Queen's final work. The band's convention was to not pull the lyrical side of a song to bits, considering it as private territory. Instead, they unravelled the inner meaning of a song through collaboration.

Classic albums from the '70s such as "Sheer Heart Attack," "A Night At The Opera," "A Day At The Races," and "News Of The World" were not perfect but had flaws that were a part of their success. "Made In Heaven" followed this tradition, a fitting farewell from one of the greatest bands in rock history.

David Richards was called in to help get the production of "Made In Heaven" under control. His expertise added a polish to the album that made it a fitting tribute to Mercury.

In the end, "Made In Heaven" is a testament to Queen's enduring talent and their ability to create music that resonates with audiences decades after its release. It is a poignant farewell from a band that will forever be remembered as one of the greatest in rock history.

"Brian May recounts the process of incorporating elements from Freddie Mercury's solo works into a Queen album, explaining it as a 'great labor of love'"