Marc Martel Officially Selected to Fill Freddie Mercury’s Platform Boots Via ‘Queen Extravaganza’ Talent Search

As everyone that grew up with Queen already knows, as well as those that discovered Queen sometime later on, nobody will dispute that Freddie may be the most phenomenal entertainer most of us will ever witness. His voice was special, but his stage presence was unsurpassed. In most cases, I would have preferred there never be anyone try to cover Freddie. Just can't be done. But I remember sitting mesmerized when my wife told me to come watch this Martel guy on the Ellen show she'd DVR'd. To say I was expecting nothing special would be an understatement. To my surprise, I was almost dumbfounded. The guy is incredible. He even resembles Freddie. And his vocals are just as spot on as anything I could ever expect, moreso actualy. And I love the way, just like with Paul, they were upfront and honest when explaining that nobody can replace Freddie, just can't be done. That makes me realize the guy understands what's going on. I haven't seen a tour schedule yet, but if they come thru this area I will definitely want to catch the show. I'm not delusional enough to think I'll feel like I'm at another Queen concert with Freddie running the show, but it seems it would be a nice evening. There will never be another Freddie. He's irreplaceable and still missed by millions. But Queen music can live on, and that's the way Freddie would have wanted it.

WOW!

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I Love Marc and his band Downhere... Listen to How many Kings on You Tube.

Queen did it the right way, not like Journey who had the brazen nerve to replace their frontman Steve Perry with a "sound-alike" with Steve Perry still alive and well. (Miss you Steve)

He's got the voice ... Stage preseence, don't know that Freddie can be topped.

Freddie was truly an enigma. He was a talented PERFORMER--not just a phenomenal singer. He had such stage presence, he didn't just perform, he "held court" when he was on stage! We aren't lucky enough to get more than one Freddie Mercury. Paul Rodgers did a great job fronting Queen-but he didn't TRY to sound like Freddie--he put his OWN mark on all those songs and did it quite well.. I wish them luck with the show. Until I see and hear it all put together, I'll hold off on a decision.

Not bad at all.

Freddie was truly an enigma. There will never be ANYONE who can really "fill his shoes". Though it's a nice thought, he was an exceptionally talented PERFORMER--not merely a voice, but almost a presence. He didn't just perform, he "held court" because he had total control of the crowd. He's a one-only and we shall never get another one in this lifetime. Paul Rodgers did an amazing job fronting Queen and I thought they were great together. So, Marc....and Adam, you are great vocalists but it would be an insult to Mr Mercury's legacy to say you could work the stage and the mic the way HE did. Best of luck on the show--It sounds like it will be worth checking out. But I know I'll still miss Freddie and Brian May, John Deacon. The group together with one of the other singers would be even better! I just hope they at least remember Freddie's broken mic stand! That's a staple item.....

a- freaking- mazing!

Sounds great...There was only one Freddie,but thumbs up!

Fantastic audition. I closed my eyes for a minute to get a better listen. Has the range and the vibrato in the voice perfect, once he feels the rush of 30,000 fans, I think his stage presence will become more visual. Give him some love...I think we got a winner!

Double wow!!! Not only sounds like him but looks like him....how awesome

I am a huge Adam Lambert fan, but the members of Queen made the right decision in choosing Marc; Freddie would be pleased!

With this kid around I can almost deal with the loss of Freddie! Miss you horribly Freddie, but long live Marc!

You sure Freddie didn't have a kid?

Yes his facial expressions at times look just like Freddie. No one can replace Freddie, but he comes close.

OMG !!! He kind of looks like Freddie also.

This guy is crazy good. I'd like to see him with the band...He aint no freddie but he's darn good

wow, he's amazing! no one really can match freddie's range, but hey, he's the best one!