How much of that is Sheffield's own attitude, and how much is the spin put on it by the Daily Fail, though? They've been gunning for Freddie for forty years; they're not likely to stop now. I haven't read the article, and I won't unless it becomes necessary for discussion purposes, but I suppose there has to be a reason why Freddie (and Roger) used to sing that song with such enthusiasm at concerts! Brian always said that he felt it too meanspirited, but then Brian's always been too nice for his own good. ;)

Bottom line, Sheffield wants to sell books, they want to sell newspapers. The result is anything that might make people sit up and take notice. Maybe we should be honoured that they still consider Freddie to be that kind of a draw.