A champion of music: Patrick Myers continues Freddie Mercury legacy in 'Killer Queen'

Each night on stage Patrick Myers gets an opportunity to step into the shoes of Freddie Mercury.

It’s something he’s done for more than 30 years as part of “Killer Queen,” which is a tribute to the rock ‘n’ roll band.

“It’s been an amazing journey,” Myers says during an interview from his England home. “That first show back in June 1993 changed my life. We thought our band would last maybe a summer at the most but it’s a very addictive thing performing these songs. The concerts grew and grew, and we’ve ended up playing and selling out the same arenas that Queen played at their peak. It’s been quite a surreal ride. Becoming regular performers – Red Rocks Arena in America is another highlight. The Beatles, U2, Springsteen, Dylan all played on that stage. It’s really got its own kind of magic going on there.”

A champion of music: Patrick Myers continues Freddie Mercury legacy in 'Killer Queen'

“Killer Queen” is set to take the stage at Revel Entertainment Center at 8 p.m. Friday, March 8.

Myers is looking forward to getting back to the United States to perform.

“When we’re not performing in America, we kind of miss those audiences,” he says. “The audiences are always engaging and exciting.”

With a catalog that spans decades, as well as being popular, Myers says each tour feels new.

“There are so many songs to choose from that it keeps it fresh,” he says. “I enjoy the songs. Queen’s songwriting, I find it really stimulating. When I get tired of performing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ then it’s time to retire.”

For 30 years, Myers has taken the stage and given his all each performance.

“I still want to get it right,” he says. “I want the audience to have the best time. You can’t take a show like this for granted.”

In order for Myers to stay in top form, he stays aware.

“I watch my diet quite a lot and I don’t drink too much,” he says. “It’s a very physical show for me. I also have to keep my vocal workouts up. It’s all basic stuff. I also keep in touch with Freddie by watching his videos. To see him perform gives me a little shot in the arm of energy. He was a fantastic, sensational performer.”

Myers says it does feel strange at times to be in a tribute band.

Though, any career in music is what he wanted to achieve.

“I’d be writing more songs if I wasn’t doing this,” he says. “With the insane schedule, I don’t have time to focus on two different things. I can’t really write on the road. The quality music comes when I’m home and rested. I think I would have written a musical or two if I hadn’t had this amazing opportunity.”