Queen Reigns On

Soundcheck | May 6, 2011

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the formation of Queen – one of the most successful bands ever to come out of the UK. Today: Guest host Jeff Spurgeon of WQXR talks with the author of a new biography, "Is This The Real Life?: The Untold Story of Queen." Plus: The furry street musicians Xylopholks perform live in the studio.

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