His influence stretched across decades, shaping the music of legendary artists and birthing some of the most unforgettable tracks in rock history.
Colleagues remember him as a master of detail, a visionary with an exceptional ear, unafraid to take creative risks that would later define generations.
It has now been confirmed that this man was Roy Thomas Baker — the legendary producer behind Queen’s defining sound and the genius who helped create “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
Baker worked with a stunning lineup of rock royalty, including David Bowie, Guns N’ Roses, The Rolling Stones, Journey, Ozzy Osbourne, and The Cars. But his groundbreaking collaboration with Queen — especially on the 1975 album A Night at the Opera — left a lasting imprint on the history of music.