West End Star Kerry Ellis Teams Up With Sir Brian May for New Album

Kelly Ellis has worked with Queen legend Sir Biran May countless times throughout her career as a musical theater actress. So, it comes as no wonder that the “Bohemian Rhapsody” hitmaker hopped on board as soon as he got invited to play on Ellis’ lead single from her new album titled Kings and Queens. The song is called “Battlefield,” and it’s exciting, to say the least!

Kelly Ellis Was Inspired by Brian May

Kelly, now 44, said that she was inspired to create something that she’d actually really love listening to and performing live. That’s probably why the album feels much more laid-back and relaxed than some of her earlier works. Of course, having the chance to collaborate with one of the greatest guitar players alive certainly is inspiring in its own way.

The collaboration with Sir Brian May kind of happened on its own, too. Kelly went to his studio to play the album and threw her ideas at him. While that might not have been just what she expected in return, the Queen legend embraced all her suggestions and said he’d love to be part of making the album.

A Brief Overview of Kelly Ellis’ Career

Beginning her rise to fame back in 2002, Kelly starred in Queen’s musical We Will Rock You before nailing down various other prominent musical roles that helped her become one of the most prominent stars of the West End.

She’s admitted that she likes a good challenge. That’s precisely the reason why she’s decided to take on yet another exciting role, this time that of Titania in a production of one of Shakespeare’s most celebrated plays.

Kings and Queens is now out, and fans can listen to the lead single “Battlefield” online. It’s the one featuring Queen legend Sir Brian May.