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Bernie Taupin, the celebrated lyricist behind Elton John’s biggest hits, is stepping into unfamiliar territory with The Sea Has No Mercy, a country-influenced solo album that reveals the deeply personal stories behind one of music’s most enduring songwriting careers.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / October 17

Taron Egerton explains how Rocketman changed his career

Taron Egerton sees Rocketman as a turning point in his career. The 36-year-old actor played Sir Elton John in Rocketman, the 2019 biographical musical-drama film, and Taron has explained how the movie changed the course of his career.

Watford in crisis, Elton John hits out at Dionisi and Pozzo: 'Saddened to have to witness all this'

Watford are in crisis , and Sir Elton John has weighed in with a social media post he later deleted. The music legend, a well-known supporter of the Hornets who has also owned the club on two occasions, lashed out at the management of the Pozzo family and Italian manager Alessio Dionisi .

Entertainment News / Contact Music / October 7

Elton John announces 50th anniversary reissue of Rock of the Westies

Sir Elton John is marking 50 years of Rock of the Westies with a new anniversary edition arriving on November 20. The reissue will be released across multiple

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / October 5

Elton John dubs sobriety one of his 'greatest achievements'

Sir Elton John regards sobriety as one of his "greatest achievements". The 79-year-old musical legend has sold over 300 million records around the world, achieved EGOT status and was awarded a knighthood in 1998, but he regards giving up drugs and alcohol in 1990 as being just as important as his professional accomplishments.

Entertainment News / Contact Music / August 28

Listen to Elton John and more sing on a Turnstile song for Never Enough: Versions album

Turnstile have dropped Never Enough: Versions featuring some of music’s biggest names - including Elton John and Paramore’s Hayley Williams. The release sees the Baltimore band hand over songs from their Grammy‑winning Never Enough to a sprawling list of guest artists, each offering their own spin on the material.

Entertainment News / Music Times / August 22

Turnstile's 'NEVER ENOUGH: VERSIONS': Release Date, Full Guest List and What to Know

Turnstile are handing their Grammy-winning album to 23 other artists, and the list runs from Elton John to a death metal band. The Baltimore five-piece announced NEVER ENOUGH: VERSIONS on Friday, describing it as a reimagined edition of NEVER ENOUGH, the 2025 record that won them their first two Grammy Awards.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / July 30

Sir Elton John grateful for every day

Sir Elton John is grateful for "every single day" after celebrating 36 years of sobriety. The Rocket Man hitmaker battled addiction amid the height of his fame but he's now gone more than three decades without consuming alcohol and is thankful for the impact that has had on his life.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / July 29

Elton John has 'completely different way' of songwriting now due to vision loss

Songwriting is a “whole different ballgame” for Elton John now that he’s got such severe vision problems, his friend and writing partner Bernie Taupin has revealed.

Entertainment News / Contact Music / July 22

Could George Michael and Elton John's long lost duet finally be released?

George Michael’s former manager Andros Georgiou has revealed he is hoping to release a previously unfinished duet the late singer recorded with Sir Elton John.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / July 8

Elton John to revive Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour for two nights only

Sir Elton John is reviving the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour for two nights only to bid goodbye to Mexico. The 79-year-old music legend was forced to cancel the Mexico dates of his final jaunt across the globe in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but he's set to return with two nights at Mexico City's Banorte Stadium on October 2 and 3.

Entertainment News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / July 7

Elton John announces final shows in Mexico 3 years after farewell tour ended

Seemingly out of nowhere, one day before the third anniversary of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour finale in Stockholm, Sweden, the iconic Elton John has announced two more special concerts in Mexico.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / July 1

Elton John lands Las Vegas hologram show with 'more advanced' tech than ABBA Voyage

Sir Elton John has reportedly bagged a hologram residency in Las Vegas with "more advanced" technology than ABBA Voyage. The 79-year-old music legend - who stepped away from touring in 2023 - is believed to have landed a mega-money deal for the show at the brand-new Hard Rock Hotel opening in Sin City next year.

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / June 7

51 Years Ago Today, John Denver's 'Thank God I’m a Country Boy' Topped the Charts

A 1975 country music track so iconic that even people who claim they can't stand the genre likely can sing along with it made history 51 years ago today.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / June 7

Sir Elton John sings at Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's second wedding

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner were serenaded by Sir Elton John at their Italian wedding on Saturday (06.06.26). The couple tied the knot in a low-key ceremony

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / May 21

Sir Elton John and Thom Yorke honoured at 2026 Ivor Novello Awards

Sir Elton John, Thom Yorke and Calvin Harris were among those honoured at the 2026 Ivor Novello Awards. The 71st staging of the awards at Grosvenor House

Entertainment News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / May 6

The Rolling Stones’ new album 'Foreign Tongues' features Paul McCartney twist

After almost three years, the legendary Rolling Stones will release a new album after Hackney Diamonds in 2023 titled Foreign Tongues, and it features former Beatles member Paul McCartney.

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Entertainment News / Contact Music / January 8

Elton John says his live shows are 'sounding better than ever' since quitting full-scale tours

Sir Elton John says he and his live band are "sounding better than ever" since stepping back from full-scale tours. The 78-year-old singer has repeatedly said that stepping back from the road almost three years ago has allowed him to reset his priorities, even as he continues to perform select shows around the world.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 26

Sir Elton John thinks he is singing better than ever

Sir Elton John is "singing better than (he's) ever done before". The music legend is still performing gigs despite stepping back from touring following the conclusion of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road shows in 2023 and feels that his vocals are in terrific shape, even though he has faced health problems like losing the sight in his right eye.

Entertainment News / Contact Music / November 25

Sir Elton John announced as headliner for Rock in Rio 2026

Sir Elton John is set to make a triumphant return to Brazil for the first time in nearly a decade, headlining Rock in Rio 2026. The 78-year-old music legend will take centre stage on September 7, closing the night on the festival’s iconic Palco Mundo (World Stage) with a performance that promises to be unforgettable.

Entertainment News / Contact Music / November 14

Elton John talks shining a light on new talent as Rocket Hour turns 10

Whether it's FaceTiming them, inviting them to hang out in his dressing room, or having them join him on his Rocket Hour show on Apple Music 1, Sir Elton John has, for years, gone all out to champion new talent.

Entertainment News / Music Times / September 18, 2025

Elton John to Leave Family Vials of Blood, Jewelry From His Ashes After Turning Kneecaps Into Necklace: Report

Elton John is planning deeply personal gifts for his family that go beyond music and memorabilia. The 78-year-old singer has revealed that he turned his surgically removed kneecaps into a necklace, and insiders say he is preparing to leave even more unusual keepsakes for his husband David Furnish and their two sons.