Smile (band) facts for kids
Smile was a rock band that came before the famous band Queen. It was made up of three talented musicians: Brian May on guitar, Roger Taylor on drums, and Tim Staffell who played bass and sang.
When Tim Staffell decided to leave the band, a singer named Freddie Mercury joined them. With Freddie as the new singer, the band changed its name and became Queen, which went on to become one of the biggest bands in the world!
What Was Smile?
Smile was a rock band formed in 1968. It was the first band for two of its members who later became very famous in Queen. The band played music together for about two years before changing.
The Band Members
The original members of Smile were:
- Brian May: He played the guitar. Brian is known for his unique guitar sound and for building his own guitar, the "Red Special."
- Roger Taylor: He was the drummer for the band. Roger is also a talented singer and songwriter.
- Tim Staffell: He played the bass guitar and was the lead singer. Tim was a friend of Brian May from college.
From Smile to Queen
Smile played several concerts and even recorded a few songs. However, they didn't become very famous at the time. In 1970, Tim Staffell decided to leave Smile to join another band called Humpy Bong.
After Tim left, Brian May and Roger Taylor were looking for a new singer. Their friend, Freddie Mercury (who was known as Freddie Bulsara back then), was a big fan of Smile and often went to their shows. Freddie joined them as the new lead singer. With Freddie's amazing voice and stage presence, the band decided to change their name to Queen, and the rest is history!
See Also
In Spanish: Smile (banda) para niños
