 Their early performances were generally hard rock, but the band developed a noticeably more pop-oriented sound in later years.Many of their future trademarks first appeared in these early shows, although some could be traced back to the members' previous bands and artistic outlets (e.g., Smile, Ibex later renamed as Wreckage, and Sour Milk Sea).Freddie Mercury often dressed in a flamboyant, Thespian manner and acted with camp; dry ice and multicoloured lights were used to great effect.