Pop is a little bit theatrical. That's the whole vibe. That's the point - is that it's great music, great melodies, great hooks. But, on top of it, it's a presentation. There's a showmanship about it. And that's why I wanted to be a pop star.

It was announced in February that Lambert would take the stage with Queen to headline the UK's Sonisphere Festival in July. Lambert’s own music has been influenced by numerous genres including classic rock pop and electronic music. He draws upon extensive stage experience in the ease with which he can refine and define his image through fashion and other imagery which are essential to how he chooses to inhabit his songs and showcase his individuality.

Citing influence from various artists and genres Lambert has a flamboyant theatrical and androgynous performance style and a powerful technically skilledtenor voice with multi-octave range. S. By April 2012 his first album had sold nearly two million copies worldwide and 4.