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Brian May Premieres Unheard 1974 Queen Song 'Not For Sale (Polar Bear)'

The Planet Rock debut previews a remastered cut destined for a 2026 Queen II reissue.

Overview

  • The track received its first public play on May’s Planet Rock Christmas Special on Dec. 22, with a rebroadcast scheduled for Dec. 25.
  • Recorded during the Queen II sessions in 1974, the song was left off the album and features Freddie Mercury’s vocals in a gentle, acoustic setting.
  • May stressed that this specific Queen recording has never been released, distinguishing it from earlier Smile bootlegs of the song.
  • The version aired has been remastered for inclusion on a rebuilt Queen II edition planned for 2026.
  • The song is not yet on major streaming platforms, though listeners can hear it via the Planet Rock broadcast and online links, with some coverage pointing to YouTube.