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Brian May

Brian May is a British musician.

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CHAPTER 01

Life and work

Sir Brian Harold May (born 19 July 1947) is an English musician, animal welfare activist, and astrophysicist. He achieved global fame as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist of the rock band Queen, which he co-founded with singer Freddie Mercury and drummer Roger Taylor. His guitar work and songwriting contributions helped Queen become one of the most successful acts in music history.

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CHAPTER 02

A beginning in Hampton

Brian May was born in Hampton. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.

Brian May — biographical record ↗︎

CHAPTER 03

Learning at Imperial College London

Brian May studied at Imperial College London. It adds an educational connection to this life’s geography. The marker represents the institution’s present-day area, rather than a verified historic classroom; access arrangements vary.

Brian May — biographical record ↗︎

THE PLACES BEHIND THE STORY

A life on the map.

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01 / AREA REFERENCE

Hampton

Brian May was born in Hampton. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.

Brian May — biographical record ↗︎

Area reference. Follow public routes; this association does not grant access to private homes, teaching spaces or backstage areas.

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Map reference

02 / AREA REFERENCE

Imperial College London

Brian May studied at Imperial College London. It adds an educational connection to this life’s geography. The marker represents the institution’s present-day area, rather than a verified historic classroom; access arrangements vary.

Brian May — biographical record ↗︎

Area reference. Follow public routes; this association does not grant access to private homes, teaching spaces or backstage areas.

Open street map ↗︎

Map reference

IN THE STORY

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