How Did Dr. May Balance Academia and Entertainment?

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The discussion celebrates Brian May's successful return to music after a break, highlighting his impressive achievements both as a musician and an academic. Participants express admiration for May's iconic red guitar, which he built with his father, and his distinctive tone that resonates even with casual listeners. There is a strong appreciation for his ability to balance a music career with academic pursuits, particularly his work on a dissertation. The conversation contrasts May's accomplishments with the often superficial nature of celebrity culture, emphasizing the value of showcasing well-rounded individuals in the public eye. Overall, the thread conveys a sense of pride in May's multifaceted career and his positive representation of academics.
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How cool is that? :approve:

I thank him for taking a break and making some excellent music.
 
Way cool, though I am probably more impressed by the fact that he and his father built his signature red guitar together. I have done a lot of guitar repairs, tune-ups, and re-frets, and there is a lot that can go wrong, resulting in a tonally dead or "spotty" instrument. His signature tone is impressive and recognizable even to people with just a passing involvement in music. Play us a tune, Dr. May!
 
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I think that's wonderful!
 
That's pretty awesome! A surprise to me though. I have always loved Queen for their music, but little did I know that May was also into academics. :smile:
 
Now, where did that thread go about scientists needing an image change? I had heard a little while ago that he was working on his dissertation. It's good to get academics publicized in such a positive light.
 
Doc Al said:
How cool is that? :approve:

I thank him for taking a break and making some excellent music.

*Looks at the Queen poster right next to me*

Yup :approve:
 
I get tired of seeing some of those moronic celebrity worship magazines and shows that tell you that so and so had 15 PhD's before becoming a supermodel-party girl or boy band member.

It's very nice to see a full blown mega celebrity that can actually walk the walk. I think it's even more impressive that he picked up right where he left off after a long break. I took a 10 year break between undergrad and grad school and I had a lot of relearning to do. Props to Dr. May.
 

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