I first met Queen in 1973 when I was working for Mott The Hoople who Queen were support to on a UK tour. It was their first big break: "They'll never make it" I seem to recall thinking and saying.

I was wrong about that.

I worked as Freddie and John's roadie and subsequently became head of the Queen crew while still doing my original role - and several others that came up as well...

Please enjoy my memories and please note, I do sometimes sell some of my spare passes and unwanted memorabila on ebay. Keep a look out - my stuff is always listed using the words 'Queen' and 'Best Provenance'or 'Top Provenance'.

A note on buying Queen memorabilia:

Please be very careful, especially on ebay, as so much stuff is fake or forged. Any individual or dealer who repeatedly offers 'genuine laminated passes' or items with a 'certificate of authenticity' is selling something they made themselves - not original, not acceptable and these people are simply crooks - a disgrace! Ask for the provenance of an item, the history and where it came from. If you are not satisfied - don't bid or buy it. See my different sections for tips on avoiding the fakes.