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Elton John

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Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight; 25 March 1947) is a British singer, pianist and composer. Acclaimed by critics and musicians, particularly for his work during the 1970s and for his lasting impact on the music industry, his music and showmanship have had a significant impact on popular music. His songwriting partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin is one of the most successful in history.John was raised in the Pinner suburb of London and learned to play piano at an early age, winning a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music, where he studied for five years. He formed the blues band Bluesology in 1962, but left it in 1967 to embark on a solo career. John met Taupin after they both answered an advert for songwriters. For two years, they wrote songs for other artists, and John worked as a session musician. John released his debut album Empty Sky in 1969, and a year later formed the Elton John Band and released his first hit single, "Your Song". John's critical success was at its peak in the 1970s, when he released a streak of chart-topping albums in the US and UK, which began with Honky Château (1972) and culminated with Rock of the Westies (1975). John continued his success in the 1980s and 1990s, having several hit singles and albums in both decades, and has continued to record new music since then. He has also had success in musical films and theatre, composing music for The Lion King, Aida, and Billy Elliot the Musical. In 2018, John began his ongoing farewell tour Farewell Yellow Brick Road, which is scheduled to conclude in 2023. His life and career were dramatised in the 2019 biopic Rocketman.

Outside of music, John is an HIV/AIDS charity fundraiser and has been involved in the fight against AIDS since the late 1980s. He established the Elton John AIDS Foundation in 1992, which has raised over £300 million since its inception, and a year later he began hosting his annual AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Party, which has since become one of the biggest high-profile Oscar parties in the Hollywood film industry. John was the chairman and director of Watford F.C, from 1976 to 1987, and again from 1997 to 2002, and is an honorary life president of the club. From the late 1970s to the late 1980s, John developed a severe addiction problem to drugs and alcohol, but has been sober since 1990. In 2005, he entered a civil partnership with his long-term partner, the Canadian filmmaker David Furnish. They married in 2014, when same-sex marriage became legal in England and Wales.John has more than fifty top-40 hits in the UK Singles Chart and US Billboard Hot 100, including nine number ones in the UK and US, as well as seven consecutive number-one albums in the US. He has sold over 300 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He is the most successful solo artist in the history of the US Billboard charts. His tribute single to Princess Diana, "Candle in the Wind 1997", a rewritten version of his 1974 single, sold over 33 million copies worldwide and is the best-selling chart single of all time. In 2021, he became the first solo artist with UK Top 10 singles across six decades. John's numerous awards include five Grammy Awards, five Brit Awards; including for Outstanding Contribution to Music; two Academy Awards, two Golden Globes, a Tony Award, a Laurence Olivier Award, a Disney Legend Award, and the Kennedy Center Honor. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1992 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994, and is a fellow of The Ivors Academy. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to music and charitable services in 1998, and was appointed a member of the Order of the Companions of Honour by King Charles III (then Prince of Wales) in 2020.

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June 5, 2023

Manchester City sing ‘Your Song’ to Elton John at Manchester Airport after FA Cup win

"And you can tell everybody, we've won the FA Cup" The post Manchester City sing ‘Your Song’ to Elton John at Manchester Airport after FA Cup win appeared first on NME.

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June 4, 2023

Elton John is “a little intimidated” by Glastonbury

He has previously teased special guests and a “different setlist” for his headline performance this month The post Elton John is “a little intimidated” by Glastonbury appeared first on NME.

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May 30, 2023

Elton John on headlining Glastonbury 2023: “It’s the most wonderful way to sign off”

The pop icon has teased some special guests and a “different setlist” for his Worthy Farm debut next month The post Elton John on headlining Glastonbury 2023: “It’s the most wonderful way to sign off” appeared first on NME.

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May 19, 2023

MIKA's 'No Place In Heaven' influenced by 60s pop is a polished album with catchy melodies and heartfelt piano ballads. It was well-received in Europe, but didn't reach global success while MIKA was a TV talent show judge.

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May 9, 2023

Dolly Parton Announces New Rock Album Featuring Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Lizzo, Miley Cyrus, and More

Mick Fleetwood, Sting, Elton John, Joan Jett, Emmylou Harris, Sheryl Crow, Michael McDonald, and many others appear on Parton’s Rockstar

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May 9, 2023

Dolly Parton’s ‘Rockstar’ Has a Feature by Literally Every Rock Star

The country legend's long-promised rock album features Lizzo, Miley Cyrus, Stevie Nicks, Rob Halford, Elton John, and 30-plus other guests

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May 5, 2023

Bernie Taupin Talks Rock Hall Induction and Being in the Spotlight: ‘I’m Not Exactly Howard Hughes’

The Elton John lyricist shares his enthusiasm for Kate Bush, his upcoming memoir, and talks Elton's post-tour career

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May 4, 2023

Bernie Taupin Is ‘Absolutely Thrilled’ About Long-Awaited Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

The Elton John lyricist will accept the Musical Excellence Award at the 38th ceremony.

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May 2, 2023

Sir Elton John will still play “the odd show” after retiring

His ongoing ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ tour will be his last, however The post Sir Elton John will still play “the odd show” after retiring appeared first on NME.

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April 18, 2023

Elton John plans to have a family service after his farewell tour ends. #EltonJohn #farewelltour #family #service

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April 10, 2023

Greta Van Fleet share advice given to them by Elton John

"This guy is a hero to us" The post Greta Van Fleet share advice given to them by Elton John appeared first on NME.

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March 31, 2023

Lewis Capaldi Battles Tourette’s and Anxiety — and Gets Support from Elton John — in Revealing Documentary

Here are five takeaways from the intimate Netflix film Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now

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March 29, 2023

Elton John pays tribute to Paul O’Grady: “You went places nobody had gone before”

The musician praised O'Grady for his support of LGBTQ+ rights and more The post Elton John pays tribute to Paul O’Grady: “You went places nobody had gone before” appeared first on NME.

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March 22, 2023

Sir Elton John surprised to learn true inspiration behind ‘Rocket Man’

The songwriter discovered the story behind the track – 50 years after its release The post Sir Elton John surprised to learn true inspiration behind ‘Rocket Man’ appeared first on NME.

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March 14, 2023

Here’s When CBS Will Broadcast ‘A Grammy Salute to the Beach Boys’

Brandi Carlile, John Legend and Norah Jones are set to perform, while Elton John and Bruce Springsteen will also appear.

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March 14, 2023

Rina Sawayama says Elton John is always “hungry” to discover new artists

"He wants to be so in touch with what’s going on in the world" The post Rina Sawayama says Elton John is always “hungry” to discover new artists appeared first on NME.

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March 13, 2023

Elton John Raises Over $9 Million For the Fight Against AIDS With Oscars Viewing Party

The annual event benefitting the Elton John AIDS Foundation featured stars like Eric McCormack, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez and Rina Sawayama.

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March 3, 2023

Arctic Monkeys, Guns N’ Roses, and Elton John Headline 2023 Glastonbury Festival

Despite having no female headliners, artists such as Lana Del Rey, Lizzo, Rina Sawayama, Raye, and Carly Rae Jepsen are featured on the lineup

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March 3, 2023

Glastonbury Festival announces 2023 line-up

Arctic Monkeys and Guns N' Roses will join Elton John in headlining this year's event The post Glastonbury Festival announces 2023 line-up appeared first on NME.

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March 1, 2023

SG Lewis On Working With Elton John, Concept Behind His Album, Yacht Rock & More | Billboard News

SG Lewis reveals how that Elton John collaboration came to be, the concept behind his new album ‘AudioLust & HigherLove’, his love for yacht rock, and more!

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February 26, 2023

Elton John and Mariah Carey pay tribute to Olivia Newton-John at state memorial

“She was such a wonderful force of nature, she was funny, kind, warm and talented” The post Elton John and Mariah Carey pay tribute to Olivia Newton-John at state memorial appeared first on NME.

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February 13, 2023

Watch Jack Harlow lose Triangle Player Of The Year to Elton John in Super Bowl advert

The ad also starred Missy Elliott warning Harlow not to give up rap for the triangle The post Watch Jack Harlow lose Triangle Player Of The Year to Elton John in Super Bowl advert appeared first on NME.

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February 9, 2023

Rina Sawayama Set to Headline Elton John AIDS Foundation’s Annual Oscars Party

The yearly Academy Awards event raises money for John's charity, aiming to bring an end to HIV/AIDS.

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February 9, 2023

Watch Elton John beat Jack Harlow for ‘Triangle Player of the Year’ in Doritos Super Bowl ad

Rihanna will headline this weekend's Super Bowl Halftime Show The post Watch Elton John beat Jack Harlow for ‘Triangle Player of the Year’ in Doritos Super Bowl ad appeared first on NME.

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January 27, 2023

Elton John gig in Auckland cancelled just minutes before stage time after huge floods

New Zealand's largest city experienced a summer's worth of rain in a single night on Friday The post Elton John gig in Auckland cancelled just minutes before stage time after huge floods appeared first on NME.

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January 27, 2023

Elton John lyricist Bernie Taupin sets release date for ‘Scattershot’ memoir

The 'Rocketman' songwriter also promised anecdotes about Bob Marley and Frank Sinatra in the upcoming book The post Elton John lyricist Bernie Taupin sets release date for ‘Scattershot’ memoir appeared first on NME.

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January 24, 2023

Elton John sends gig tickets to Telford students for lockdown cover

The singer stayed true to a promise made back in lockdown The post Elton John sends gig tickets to Telford students for lockdown cover appeared first on NME.

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November 3, 2022

Elton John has created his own ‘Roblox’ land that will host a special virtual performance

"‘Beyond The Yellow Brick Road' is the next step on that journey as I prepare to step away from live touring after 50 years on the road" The post Elton John has created his own ‘Roblox’ land that will host a special virtual performance appeared first on NME.

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October 23, 2022

Elton John, Britney Spears’ ‘Hold Me Closer’ Remix Video Highlights Their Enduring Style

Singers do not appear in visual for the Joel Corry remix, but their iconic costumes do

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October 23, 2022

Elton John & Britney Spears Drop Video for Joel Corry Remix of ‘Hold Me Closer’: Watch

The Rebekah Creative-directed clip pays homage to the superstars' iconic looks over the decades.

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October 21, 2022

Paris Hilton makes Tom Cruise deepfake sing Elton John to her

"Tom, can you sing me that song again?" The post Paris Hilton makes Tom Cruise deepfake sing Elton John to her appeared first on NME.

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Discs

Regimental Sgt. Zippo

July 8, 2022

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Madman Across The Water (Deluxe Edition)

June 10, 2022

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The Lockdown Sessions

October 22, 2021

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Jewel Box

November 13, 2020

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Live From Moscow (Live From Moscow / 1979)

January 24, 2020

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Rocketman (Music From The Motion Picture)

May 24, 2019

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Wonderful Crazy Night (Deluxe)

February 5, 2016

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The Diving Board

September 16, 2013

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The Diving Board (Deluxe Version)

September 16, 2013

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The Union (Deluxe)

October 19, 2010

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The Union

January 1, 2010

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Elton 60 - Live At Madison Square Garden

January 1, 2007

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The Captain and The Kid

September 15, 2006

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Peachtree Road (Expanded Edition)

November 7, 2004

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Songs From The West Coast (Expanded Edition)

October 1, 2001

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One Night Only

November 21, 2000

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The Road To El Dorado (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

January 1, 2000

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Live In Australia (Remastered 1998)

January 1, 1998

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The Big Picture

September 22, 1997

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Made In England

March 17, 1995

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Duets

November 22, 1993

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Rare Masters

October 20, 1992

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The One

June 22, 1992

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Sleeping With The Past (Remastered with bonus tracks)

August 29, 1989

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The Complete Thom Bell Sessions

February 1, 1989

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Reg Strikes Back

June 24, 1988

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Leather Jackets

October 15, 1986

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Ice On Fire

November 7, 1985

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Breaking Hearts

July 9, 1984

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Too Low For Zero

May 30, 1983

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Jump Up!

January 1, 1982

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The Fox

January 1, 1981

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21 At 33

May 13, 1980

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Victim Of Love

October 13, 1979

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A Single Man

October 1, 1978

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Here And There

April 30, 1976

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Blue Moves

January 1, 1976

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Rock Of The Westies

October 24, 1975

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Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy

May 19, 1975

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Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy (Deluxe Edition)

May 19, 1975

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Caribou

June 28, 1974

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Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (Remastered)

October 5, 1973

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Don't Shoot Me I'm Only The Piano Player

January 22, 1973

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Honky Chateau

May 19, 1972

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Honky Château (50th Anniversary Edition)

May 19, 1972

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Madman Across The Water

November 5, 1971

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17-11-70

March 12, 1971

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Tumbleweed Connection

October 30, 1970

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Elton John

April 10, 1970

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Live at the Fillmore West 12th Nov 1970

January 1, 1970

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Empty Sky

June 6, 1969

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