One of the best innovative guitarist ever. I saw Queen at tge Spectrum in Philadelphia in 1979. I waved to Brian whenhe was on stage, and he waved back to me.
Met Mr May a few years ago at an astronomy event at Jodrel Bank & he is an incredibly nice bloke, he didn't need to spend time talking to my partner & me but he did. What a lovely fella.
Back in late 1991, maybe a month before Freddie died, Brian was making the radio station rounds on Long Island, NY and he stopped at WBAB. When he came out of the radio station and went to his limo, me and 2 huge Queen fans were waiting outside, and he could not have been nicer. The nicest rock star I ever met
I remember this. It was on Dutch tv. Instead of talking about the new show and new material, they were only asking about Bohemian Rhapsody. They wanted him to watch some band perform it live.
Brian May is honest and very professional and dignified. The show was his priority, and he stated this outright. He also seems very kind and thoughtful. This phantom interviewer was totally unprepared. I totally support Brian here. A softspoken and lovely guy.
I was insanely fortunate to be able to meet Mr. May while working at a venue where he performed and the guy could not have been any nicer. He took the time to thank most of the staff (of all levels), introduce himself, and let us know his appreciation for our work. I told him I had been a fan since age 8, I was about 35 at the time and he had nothing but nice things to say about that and how much he appreciated the fans. A truly classy man.
They've always been. Queen have been the most gracious rock band to ever exist and perhaps Freddie set that standard, because he was always so nice and generous but also fearless.
in a situation where he couldve just stormed out without a word, he instead gave the interviewer another chance and then extremely politely walked away. hes a hella nice dude
This Generation of Journalists for sure, it’s as if they don’t know the job and were awarded their press pass for showing up late in class … HOPELESS !
@@chrisbraid2907Unfortunately, we helped shape them that way with the 24-hr news cycle and our lust for crass sensationalism and divisive commentary. It’s a shame, because I love good journalism and good journalists.
Guys, let’s not jump to conclusions here. Maybe she is a midget, and she meant it in the literal sense. But if that is the case then unfortunately that’s just one goal she won’t ever reach.. I’ve heard they’re good at cartwheels though, so every cloud and all of that ☺️
There is a interview with Brian on You Tube ,he talks about Rory Gallagher ,he is so heartbreaking with is words about Rory,he says he learned from him
I love how he gracefully states that a boundary was crossed and still being very understanding towards the interviewer. And the Dutch really appreciate people being direct. When you are polite and compassionate about it, they will melt. Because they are often quite rude in their directness. The interviewer was known for hard hitting gotcha interviews but you can hear how matches Brian in compusure and being reasonable. Brian May was being a true gentleman whilst not taking crap.
@@EnglishInfidelthe interview was supposed to be about the tour Queen were on. The interviewer repeatedly tried to talk about bohemian rhapsody instead. I think he tried to show Brian a video of some random local band performing the song.
Please. I love this interview so much (can't explain why) Does anybody know where I can find the full version. Not the 2 minutes but the 10 or so minutes long.
That's what I've been thinking. Looking through the comments and trying to find the context because I figured maybe somebody heard the rest of it, I see tons of posts about how polite and cool Brian is, but all of them make no mention of what it was that offended him. For all I know he took offense at something trivial and meaningless, although he might have had a great reason for being pissed off, but apparently nobody else knows either and they all just assume that the interviewer was in the wrong. It's sad that people are so anxious to have an opinion that they form one and put it out there based on nothing.
@@roddo1955You didn't add any clarity whatsoever. It's obvious from the clip he was offended by a question. The point is we don't know what the question was that offended him. So how can you have an opinion about it if you don't know what it was?
They were showing bits of tape of Freddie when the band was about to perform for the first time since his passing. This was a big moment for them and all the fans who were watching and it was reduced to watching clips of Freddie's interviews. That's not only rude but I imagine it also to be very painful.
@@roddo1955and the interviewer knew that Brian wouldn’t want to watch clips. He says « your manager told me this » but he did it anyway. Brian was polite and shook his hand at the end. Very professional.
@@bobscratchett5346 yup. I noticed that too. I hate it when you politely object to something and the person goes:"yes I understand but....." trying to cross boundaries you already set. Brian handled that in a most British way. Correctly, clearly, politely and definite.
I remember this interview. They interviewers had no interest in what Brian was currently doing. They kept talking about Bohemian Rhapsody and wanted him to see a video of some band performing it.
Brian’s manager told the interviewer that Brian would not be happy if asked about the clip the interviewer showed Brian. Brian didn’t want to be in a bad head space before the show. That’s why he said “ all I care about is the show” and “I don’t want to sit here watching clips”. He’d already seen the clip, which got his back up. The clip was part of the movie where Brian… you know what.
Class. Manners. Always showing respect but knowing how to draw boundaries. Drawing a clear boundary can be done respectfully. Doing so reveals one’s own self respect and fortitude by not allowing the provocation or provocateur to pull you down to being less than you are.
I don’t know what the the conversation was like before this but Ive seen media people whether its sports or music or just the general entertainment world ask really idiotic questions that show the interviewer has no idea what he or she is talking about. They either try to stir up meaningless controversy to get a headline or just ask irrelevant questions that are nonsense. Brian May besides being a great guitar player has always struck me as a humble down to earth guy so I’m siding with him . This seems like a typical soundbite taken out of context to stir up controversy.
Or they go for some shock type content to make their name. Brian is way too smart to be baited by a lowly journalist with some dumb trick up his sleeve.
The interviewer had a video of a choir or similar can’t quite remember now, and he wanted to play it to Brian but Brian didn’t want to watch the video he only wanted to discuss what he was there for,
I used to be a big fan of Brian but the inconsistencies started to erode his credibility. The final straw....I couldn't believe it when he accepted a knighthood from someone he has so publicly criticised. You can no longer believe anything he says.
Miły, inteligentny facet. Dzięki, że do końca dałeś radę grać u boku Freddie, wyobrażam sobie, że były również trudne momenty: jego nadmierne imprezowanie czy nałogi.
"I'm sorry to be diffucult." The most classy way to say "You piss me off."
👍👍👍
It’s the English way 😎
That's the most polite walk out I've ever seen.
Assertive, yet polite and practical. This is how you do it.
He's so respectful and such a gentleman.
I find that that’s a very British thing - being outraged/pissed/upset, yet sounding very polite and relatively calm😊
@@QuirkyGirl10 I think you might be right.
First class gentleman and no-ones fool! 👌👌👌
He is
When the most polite guy in rock is reacting that way, you know the interviewer must be an ass
How’s that?
I love Brian for the fact that he can be incredibly pissed off and still handle a situation with elegance and class. I would’ve walked out as well.
Thats typical British old school behavior
Be difficult.Soo many women should be to.Question is?what was said before this part?🤷♀️
Brian seems a nice guy .interviewer is a tube
Brian May is actually Dr. May as he has a PhD in astrophysics. Super intelligent. I'm glad he didn't waste his time on that clown.
@@kellygarnet6329 Not as smart as Tony Soprano, he has an IQ of 136 its been tested
Being that pissed off and just saying "I'm sorry to be difficult" is peak Englishman behaviour.
Heumm..Englishman Behaviour huh...😊
To the point no bullshit 🇬🇧❤️
Not the English men I saw in Ibiza 😂
Brian May is completely stupid! He is so stupid, he has a first class honours degree in astronomy 🪐
Not the englishmen I saw in bars in south Europe 😂😂😂😂
OMG! The guy scored an interview with Brian May, and blew it! 🤦♂️🤦🏻♀️🤦
Did he really blow it? Some might say this is gold? Bet the reporter gets a few interviews after this..."
Kinda like Don Lemon interviewing Elon Musk and Musk FIRED him right after,
@@ocnblizzard4764
Yes! Brian did what he had to do.
He has been through Heaven and He’ll and we care about him.
IKR?
How did he Blow it? Still haven't seen a reason .
Elegance, intellect and honesty.. an astrophysicist who can
ROCK! Who could ask for more?
Met Brian May at the cat and dog sanctuary Stelling minis ...lovely bloke ..humble polite and engaging
@@felina7849WHAT? MEATRIDER? I'm sure it's intended to be an insult, but that's not how my mind works..trying to figure out childish hatefulness.
One of the best innovative guitarist ever. I saw Queen at tge Spectrum in Philadelphia in 1979. I waved to Brian whenhe was on stage, and he waved back to me.
That’s how you know you handle folks with ulterior motives. Walk away with your head held high, and don’t bite on their bait.
The nicest walk off ever
❤❤❤❤
Must be the politest way to tell someone to hurry up or fk off!
Well done, Brian May👏
Well done Brian xox Di
Met Mr May a few years ago at an astronomy event at Jodrel Bank & he is an incredibly nice bloke, he didn't need to spend time talking to my partner & me but he did. What a lovely fella.
Sir Brian.....
That's awesome.
Politely pissed off. The perfect combination
This, Ladies and Gentlemen, is a Superstar!!
Lucid well spoken gentleman.
Well he is a doctor, PhD in astrophysics.
Can't stand the bloke thinks about animals than people
@@epsilona7472 you’re right. Just saying is all.
Back in late 1991, maybe a month before Freddie died, Brian was making the radio station rounds on Long Island, NY and he stopped at WBAB. When he came out of the radio station and went to his limo, me and 2 huge Queen fans were waiting outside, and he could not have been nicer. The nicest rock star I ever met
Ah, I see what you did there.
great story 👍🏼
That story changed my life
I can well believe it.
Ronnie James Dio was also one of the nicest men I've ever met.
{:o:O:}
Brian May is a brilliant man and I have so much respect for him, nobody should waste his time.
I remember this. It was on Dutch tv. Instead of talking about the new show and new material, they were only asking about Bohemian Rhapsody. They wanted him to watch some band perform it live.
Thanks for giving the clip some context
they were looking for a reaction video. The dutch are ahead of their time.
Who was the interviewer?
@@AlbertWeijers ruclips.net/video/39xfxFtK3bw/видео.htmlsi=wwMCcfoy_nJjbPLj does this help? It's beyond my very basic dutch
For some reason our Dutch tv shows always manage to send a journalist who makes the one they interview pissed off.
Brian May is honest and very professional and dignified. The show was his priority, and he stated this outright. He also seems very kind and thoughtful. This phantom interviewer was totally unprepared. I totally support Brian here. A softspoken and lovely guy.
They must've been extremely difficult for Brian to react in that manner.
💕Dr. May - Astrophysics: Doesn't Suffer Fools. What a Great example of calling out Vacant Behavior.
I LOVE BRIAN MAY!!! There's nothing bad you can say about this amazing man!
Brian controlled the situation. He told the interviewer what he didn't want to do. The man ignored his request. Brian ended it.
Why doesn't he avoid that situation before, so he didn't be so rude with the interviewer.
@@Methilde- well he was absolutely not rude - a mannered Gentleman who said - NO
@@Methilde
You must be watching this clip from another planet because if that was rude to you I don't know what kindness is
@@phoenixrising7623
Not kindness just courtesy
I was insanely fortunate to be able to meet Mr. May while working at a venue where he performed and the guy could not have been any nicer. He took the time to thank most of the staff (of all levels), introduce himself, and let us know his appreciation for our work. I told him I had been a fan since age 8, I was about 35 at the time and he had nothing but nice things to say about that and how much he appreciated the fans. A truly classy man.
Brian so very polite yet to the point.
They've always been. Queen have been the most gracious rock band to ever exist and perhaps Freddie set that standard, because he was always so nice and generous but also fearless.
That’s the way Brian 😂 brilliant
Bravo Brian ! I’m laughing thinking how Freddie would have handled this 😂😂😂
@@felina7849🙄
in a situation where he couldve just stormed out without a word, he instead gave the interviewer another chance and then extremely politely walked away. hes a hella nice dude
Well done Brian. Journalists can be a real waste of time.
This Generation of Journalists for sure, it’s as if they don’t know the job and were awarded their press pass for showing up late in class … HOPELESS !
Not the GOOD ones, the REAL journalists. My mother was such a journalist, but they are so rare these days.
@@chrisbraid2907Unfortunately, we helped shape them that way with the 24-hr news cycle and our lust for crass sensationalism and divisive commentary. It’s a shame, because I love good journalism and good journalists.
Journalists? I call them Urinalists!
He keeped his cool yet despite being angry he’s apologetic to them . Great guy
He managed to express his dissatisfaction very elegantly. I want to be like that when I grow up.
You are already grown up for writing such words.
Growing up is over rated...😂
Grow up? You look about 50 😂
Me too.... oh I am grown up, and don't have patience 😮
Guys, let’s not jump to conclusions here. Maybe she is a midget, and she meant it in the literal sense. But if that is the case then unfortunately that’s just one goal she won’t ever reach.. I’ve heard they’re good at cartwheels though, so every cloud and all of that ☺️
When annoyed and under pressure he broke into a raging calm. Good on you Brian.
You can feel his anger through the screen and still he managed to be 1000% "english" about it
English
when one of the smartest and nicest men in England walks out you must know you messed up
Brian May👏👏👏. A Gentleman. With character.
He was so patient and polite with the interviewer. Bless him.
He’s a real gentleman - more than just a great rock guitarist.
He's a super genius with an IQ much higher than Einstein
There is a interview with Brian on You Tube ,he talks about Rory Gallagher ,he is so heartbreaking with is words about Rory,he says he learned from him
Brian's Never Difficult,Allways Curtious and Respectfull!❤ Your Outlook Allways!
The British can really be polite when needed.
That’s why he is Sir Brian May
Good for you Brian! I would walk out to ! What matters is the show ,and not interviews that seems to put you on the spot !
So, what did the interviewer said, can you provide me with a little context?
Your Manager also told me this... BAD MOVE SUCKER!!!
🫵🤣🫸❣️🇬🇧
Brian: oh, so this is already strike 2 then...
I love how he gracefully states that a boundary was crossed and still being very understanding towards the interviewer. And the Dutch really appreciate people being direct. When you are polite and compassionate about it, they will melt. Because they are often quite rude in their directness. The interviewer was known for hard hitting gotcha interviews but you can hear how matches Brian in compusure and being reasonable. Brian May was being a true gentleman whilst not taking crap.
What was he being asked/shown?
@@EnglishInfidelthe interview was supposed to be about the tour Queen were on. The interviewer repeatedly tried to talk about bohemian rhapsody instead. I think he tried to show Brian a video of some random local band performing the song.
Regarding celebs discussing politics, Sir Brian May is the most honest and level-headed
And still he remains calm…
Ahahahahaha, the journalist identifies as very upfront 😂
VIVA ❤BRIAN MAY ❤ love the way he stands his ground so calmly
Nicest, most appreciative rock stars I've met, in order: Brian May, Rob Halford, Gene Simmons.
Gene Simmons… wasn’t expecting that tbh 😂
Sometimes, rarely I’m proud to be British. May has class.
Brian May = Legend. Full stop
You have to work HARD to piss off Sir Brian May, and he is still a complete & utter Gentleman. Sir Cool 🎸🎶✌️
How can brian be pissed off in such a polite way 😂
He's not American, lol.
A true Cancerian. Calm and quiet!
Good for Brian. He handled the situation with dignity. 👏👏
Not a fan if Brian May but he is being very gracious here. English gent to the core.
Not a fan?…. Why ever not?….
Brian May...Intelligence Rocks.
He's a really smart, cool guy. 😎 One of the biggest rockstars🎶 ever. 🎵
Brian May one of the best guitarists in the world good for you Brian
What a proper gentleman ❤️
I love how the Dutch interviewer tries to push for it all soto voce😂 and Brian matches that energy.
That's how adults behave.
How I feel at work with my disorganised boss. Ugh!
Was just thinking the same thing
He only asked him if he wanted to play Mousetrap.
A polished and true gentleman
Yes YES YES YOU ARE BEUTIFULL BRIAN MAY ❤❤❤❤
🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧, and a great guitarist
He's a polite guy. Respect
Well done, Mr. May. 👏
Please. I love this interview so much (can't explain why) Does anybody know where I can find the full version. Not the 2 minutes but the 10 or so minutes long.
it didn't last that long.
He’s cool
Even walking out of an interview... Brian May is ever the gentleman...
Its not in his nature to be nasty...
A very sound man..💪👍
What an elegant man, who should be raising his voice, yet doesn't. That dude lost the interview of his life!! 😂😂😂
Dumb Dutch interviewer...didnt even try to change his tactick..😮
I am unable to judge whether Brian is being polite or not because I don't know what the interviewer has asked.
He's politely telling the interviewer that this line of questioning is not what he wants.
That's what I've been thinking. Looking through the comments and trying to find the context because I figured maybe somebody heard the rest of it, I see tons of posts about how polite and cool Brian is, but all of them make no mention of what it was that offended him. For all I know he took offense at something trivial and meaningless, although he might have had a great reason for being pissed off, but apparently nobody else knows either and they all just assume that the interviewer was in the wrong. It's sad that people are so anxious to have an opinion that they form one and put it out there based on nothing.
@@roddo1955You didn't add any clarity whatsoever. It's obvious from the clip he was offended by a question. The point is we don't know what the question was that offended him. So how can you have an opinion about it if you don't know what it was?
I was lost too but according to another comment the interviewer wanted him to watch video of a band performing Bohemian Rhapsody
@@roddo1955thanx for adding zero context 😂
He’s so very polite and respectful….a good man, and an iconic band! ♥️
Love how polite & tactful, brian may was
He’s a real professional ❤
This is out of character for Brian he’s not easily rattled, maybe the journalist was being difficult. But he walks out with manners too class act
They were showing bits of tape of Freddie when the band was about to perform for the first time since his passing. This was a big moment for them and all the fans who were watching and it was reduced to watching clips of Freddie's interviews. That's not only rude but I imagine it also to be very painful.
@@roddo1955and the interviewer knew that Brian wouldn’t want to watch clips. He says « your manager told me this » but he did it anyway. Brian was polite and shook his hand at the end. Very professional.
@@bobscratchett5346 yup. I noticed that too. I hate it when you politely object to something and the person goes:"yes I understand but....." trying to cross boundaries you already set. Brian handled that in a most British way. Correctly, clearly, politely and definite.
I remember this interview. They interviewers had no interest in what Brian was currently doing. They kept talking about Bohemian Rhapsody and wanted him to see a video of some band performing it.
Brian is the most polite and gentle person ever. Even when he’s putting his foot down. 🙏❤️🎈
The interviewer knew from Brian's manager what Brian wanted to talk about and by the looks of it the interviewer ignored it.
Still acts with class.
Ok that was classy
He must have been a right knob to piss off Brian may.😂😂
This is a true English gentleman: polite in spite of feeling annoyed.
Brian’s manager told the interviewer that Brian would not be happy if asked about the clip the interviewer showed Brian. Brian didn’t want to be in a bad head space before the show. That’s why he said “ all I care about is the show” and “I don’t want to sit here watching clips”. He’d already seen the clip, which got his back up. The clip was part of the movie where Brian… you know what.
Nope I don't know
lol not a clue
Good on you Brian
One of the nices guys and so talented.😊😊😊
This what happens when you treat rock musicians like idiots
I got shit to do!!!!!
Context?
They should show this video in assertiveness classes as a perfect example of how to behave. What a classy man Mr May is.
Class. Manners. Always showing respect but knowing how to draw boundaries. Drawing a clear boundary can be done respectfully. Doing so reveals one’s own self respect and fortitude by not allowing the provocation or provocateur to pull you down to being less than you are.
I don’t know what the the conversation was like before this but Ive seen media people whether its sports or music or just the general entertainment world ask really idiotic questions that show the interviewer has no idea what he or she is talking about.
They either try to stir up meaningless controversy to get a headline or just ask irrelevant questions that are nonsense.
Brian May besides being a great guitar player has always struck me as a humble down to earth guy so I’m siding with him .
This seems like a typical soundbite taken out of context to stir up controversy.
Or they go for some shock type content to make their name. Brian is way too smart to be baited by a lowly journalist with some dumb trick up his sleeve.
The interviewer had a video of a choir or similar can’t quite remember now, and he wanted to play it to Brian but Brian didn’t want to watch the video he only wanted to discuss what he was there for,
Politely annoyed
isn’t he always ?
What an absolute gent and legend!! Only Brian could be annoyed but so polite as he makes his point.
That's what you call self-respect and dignity we all should strive to have that and practice it always
I used to be a big fan of Brian but the inconsistencies started to erode his credibility. The final straw....I couldn't believe it when he accepted a knighthood from someone he has so publicly criticised. You can no longer believe anything he says.
The best mannered pissed off Person ever.
Freddie would've burst out laughing watching Brian walk out and then carry on playing the interviewer up 😂😂😂
Miły, inteligentny facet. Dzięki, że do końca dałeś radę grać u boku Freddie, wyobrażam sobie, że były również trudne momenty: jego nadmierne imprezowanie czy nałogi.
Brian May is rocks most difficult man!😅😂🤣