Now I'm Here

Queen, 1974, from Sheer Heart Attack. Solo by Brian May.

May stacks delay echoes over one of Queen's hardest glam singles, ending with a nod to Chuck Berry.

Now I'm Here is one of Queen's hardest glam singles, and Brian May's Red Special guitar drives it. He stacks delay echoes to create a layered, almost orchestral sound, giving the riff a cascading quality. His solos are melodic and energetic, with bright, singing tone and quick runs. The song ends with a nod to Chuck Berry, linking Queen's sophisticated style to rock and roll roots. Listen for how May uses delay not just as an effect but as part of the rhythm, letting the echoes overlap to create harmonies with himself.

Now I'm Here by Queen is featured in our Glam (#6) list. The solo is played by Brian May and the song was released in 1974.

In our lists

• The 25 Greatest Glam Guitar Solos — #6
• The Best Brian May Guitar Solos — #9
• The Best Queen Guitar Solos — #10

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