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Elton John's Stage Wardrobe Called 'Gay Propaganda' by Russian Protestors

Jeff Giles — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:41:58 +0000

For a lot of Elton John fans, his garish stage costumes are part of his charm — but one Russian organization is hoping to pressure him into toning down his wardrobe during his upcoming visit to their country. The group, who call themselves Communists of Russia, are accusing John of spreading “homosexual propaganda” with his [...]

Elton John, Paul Simon + More Raise $80 Million at Benefit

Michael Gallucci — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:00:09 +0000

Elton John and Paul Simon were among the stars who helped raise more than $80 million at a benefit held Monday night (May 13) in New York City. Bono and Sting also were on hand at the 25th anniversary Robin Hood Foundation gala at Jacob Javits Center.

Elton John to Queens of the Stone Age: 'The Only Thing Missing From Your Band Is an Actual Queen'

Billy Dukes — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:11:35 +0000

Earlier this year Dave Grohl revealed that Elton John would join his band Queens of the Stone Age on a song when the rock album hit stores later this year. Frontman Josh Homme had a chance to explain how that collaboration came about during a recent interview.

Fall Out Boy Get Courtney Love, Elton John for New Album

Gina Vespa — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 23:27:41 +0000

Fall Out Boy’s new album, ‘Save Rock and Roll,’ is due out April 16, and as Billboard reports, the band has collaborated with Hole’s Courtney Love and Elton John on the disc.

Elton John Collaborating With Fall Out Boy On Their New Record

Ken Kelley — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:16:22 +0000

When Fall Out Boy announced their reformation earlier this year, the group told fans via an article in Billboard Magazine to prepare themselves for some untypical collaborations.

Elton John Cancels Alabama Concert For Medical Reasons

Dave Lifton — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:45:23 +0000

Elton John‘s concert in Birmingham, Ala. on Friday (March 15) night was canceled due to unspecified medical reasons. The announcement was made hours before the show at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex Arena was to begin. Last night was supposed to be the opening night of a three-week tour of the South, concluding in Winston-Salem, N.C. [...]

Elton John Makes Spectacle of Himself with Outlandish Concert Rider Request

Nick DeRiso — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 04:01:05 +0000

Sure, Van Halen's legendary concert riders used to demand that all of the brown M&Ms be removed. But it's not like they ever requested that the tasty sweets be given their own adjacent temperature-controlled hotel room. To get to that level of kooky eccentricity, you'll need to read Elton John's tour demands.

Elton John Working With Chris Brown? It's Not As Outlandish As It Sounds

Nick DeRiso — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 05:01:15 +0000

Controversial pop star Chris Brown expressed an interest in working with Elton John, of all people, while attending John's annual AIDS Foundation party after the Oscar awards.

Elton John Oscar Party Raises Millions for AIDS Research

Jeff Giles — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 13:39:31 +0000

Over the last 21 years, Elton John's annual Oscar party has raised more than $300 million for AIDS research -- an impressive number that got even bigger on Sunday (Feb. 24), when John's latest bash added another $6 million to the total.

Elton John Volunteers to Help Save HMV Stores in Europe

Billy Dukes — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:01:16 +0000

Elton John is hoping other artists will follow his lead and set up in-store appearances and performances at HMV, a European record store chain that is facing closure. The singer will be playing a series of in-store shows at retail locations to remind people of the value of the physical record.

Elton John Leads Levon Helm Tribute at 2013 Grammy Awards

Matthew Wilkening — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:43:50 +0000

Elton John led an all-star performance of the Band's classic anthem 'The Weight' in tribute to Levon Helm during the 2013 Grammy Awards telecast tonight (Feb. 10).

Elton John to Appear on Next Queens of the Stone Age Album

Billy Dukes — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:01:59 +0000

Dave Grohl can now add Elton John to his growing list of famous collaborators. The classic rocker has joined Queens of the Stone Age, with whom Grohl is drumming while Foo Fighters are on hiatus, to record a song on their upcoming album. During an interview the two indicated that the style is very different from what fans have come to expect from the famous piano player.

Elton John to Join Grammy Awards Tribute to Levon Helm

Billy Dukes — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 18:17:25 +0000

Elton John will join a stagefull of musicians to honor the late Levon Helm during the in memoriam moment at the 2013 Grammy Awards on Sunday (Feb. 10). The all-star lineup will perform the Band song 'The Weight' as the Academy honors musicians who died in the last 12 months.

2013 MusiCares Tribute to Bruce Springsteen Lineup Announced

Dave Lifton — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 05:01:30 +0000

Back in June we reported that Bruce Springsteen had been named as MusiCares' Person of the Year for 2013. Today, the organization announced, via press release, the list of stars who will perform at this year's tribute benefit, which will be take place on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Elton John Revisits 'The Diving Board' After Release Delay [VIDEO]

Chad Childers — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 21:39:31 +0000

Elton John is taking advantage of an album release delay to re-examine the music on his new album, 'The Diving Board.' Producer T-Bone Burnett tells Rolling Stone that the music icon is in the rare position of having plenty of time between the completion of a disc and its release and it's giving him the opportunity to take a closer look what will eventually be part of the final record.

Paul McCartney, Bono Top List of Richest Lead Singers

Dave Lifton — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:19:39 +0000

Three weeks ago, we learned that Ringo Starr is the world's richest drummer. Now, the same website lists Starr's former bandmate in the Beatles, Sir Paul McCartney, as the most valuable lead singer (and presumably, bass player) in the world.

Paul McCartney, Elton John + Bob Dylan Recordings Enter Library of Congress

Chad Childers — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 17:55:28 +0000

The Library of Congress has announced a wealth of new material that is entering their archives from the likes of Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan and Elton John, among others.

Elton John Forced to Cut Concert Short Due to Safety Risk

Dave Lifton — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:45:19 +0000

Elton John‘s concert in the English seaside resort town of Blackpool was cut short Monday (June 16) due to safety concerns. Two hours into his concert at the Blackpool Tower Headland — the first ever at the new outdoor arena — he was informed by police that the strong winds could pose a threat to the stage. The audience evacuated and no one was hurt.

Elton John Revisits '70s Heyday on 'Classic Album Selection' Box Set

Chad Childers — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:19:32 +0000

The ’70s were a particularly great period for Elton John, and the musician will give fans a chance to reflect on the era by offering up a new box set. NME reports that the ‘Classic Album Selection’ box set includes his early albums ‘Elton John,’ ‘Tumbleweed Connection,’ ‘Madman Across the Water,’ ‘Honky Chateau,’ and ‘Don’t [...]

Paul McCartney, Elton John Lead 'Queen's Jubilee' Celebration

Chad Childers — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 16:20:27 +0000

Much of England is bracing for a major bash this week as the ‘Queen’s Jubilee’ will take place, celebrating 60 years of rule for Queen Elizabeth. The biggest part of the celebration will be the music concert that is set to take place today at Buckingham Palace. The talent lineup has been revealed, with Sir [...]