The project sees Taylor and guitarist Brian May recording new backing tracks to the Mercury material, just as they did for 1995's "Made In Heaven" album, and is expected to include at least one duet between Freddie and Michael Jackson.

Dealing with the legalities with Jackson's estate surrounding the material featuring the pop icon has been a challenge for the band. "[Yes] if we could get a decision from the Michael Jackson estate, who seem to be, well, difficult," says Taylor.