Freddie Mercury (Vocals), Roger Taylor (Drums), Brian May (Guitar) and Mike Grose (bass) form Queen. Grose is replaced after just one gig. His replacement, Doug also lasts only one concert, Barry Mitchell is drafted in but the band are still not happy with the line-up.
1971
John Deacon is recruited as bassist, Their debut is at the College of Estate Management, London. Queen is still not a full time occupation for the band members - Freddie runs a clothes stall in Kensington Market, John teaches, Brian is working on a doctorate and Roger is reading for a biology degree.
1972
The band sign a management, record and publishing deal with Trident Audio Productions. They start work on their debut LP, eventually signing to EMI. Freddie designs the band's crest.
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