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General Category => General Discussion => Music Threads => Topic started by: libertybele on July 10, 2023, 01:20:01 am
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It's hard to believe that Elton John is retiring. What a remarkable musical artist. I had the privilege of seeing him three times. IMHO I think he is one of the most talented pianist alive.
Elton John delivers final performance on his farewell tour: 'It's been my lifeblood'
After five years and 330 shows, Elton John is bidding farewell to touring.
The singer wrapped his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour in Stockholm, Sweden on Saturday night.
According to the BBC, during the show, the Grammy award-winning music icon told the audience, "It's been my lifeblood to play for you guys, and you've been absolutely magnificent."
The tour kicked off in 2018 and was delayed for nearly two years after the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, and finally resumed in 2022.
In the video, it was noted that over 6,250,000 people attended the shows, and the clip shared photos of people in costume, including one of the two marriage proposals that took place.
In a statement to Fox News Digital, representatives for John confirmed the final concert began with "Benny and the Jets," and included many of his other hits, such as "Tiny Dancer," "Rocket Man," and "Candle in the Wind."............
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/elton-john-delivers-final-performance-farewell-tour-been-my-lifeblood
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As a pianist of very modest capabilities, I envy his ability to sit at the keyboard and compose an entire tune on the spot.