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Derek Watkins, Trumpet Player for the Beatles, Eric Clapton, James Bond + More, Dead at 68

Billy Dukes — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:24:52 +0000

If you've seen any of the 23 James Bond movies, you're familiar with British trumpet player Derek Watkins. The session player also sat in with Eric Clapton, the Beatles, Elton John and more during a nearly 50-year career. Watkins died on Friday (March 22) after a two year battle with cancer.

Justin Timberlake Impersonates Elton John on 'Saturday Night Live'

Jeff Giles — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:50:00 +0000

It probably goes without saying that not all 'Saturday Night Live' hosts are created equal. But say what you will about Justin Timberlake, whenever he shows up at the 'SNL' set for one of his frequent visits, he brings comic timing as well as musical talent to the table.

Elton John Makes Spectacle of Himself with Outlandish Concert Rider Request

Nick DeRiso — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:01:05 +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.

On This Day in 1972 – Elton John Goes Gold

Landon King — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 16:24:12 +0000

On this day in 1972 the Elton John album "Madman Across The Water" was certified Gold.

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).

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.

Elton John Hospitalized, Forced to Cancel Concerts

Matthew Wilkening — Thu, 24 May 2012 17:00:50 +0000

Elton John was hospitalized yesterday (May 23) in Los Angeles as a result of a serious respiratory infection, and has been forced to cancel four concerts in order to facilitate his recovery. According to TMZ, the legendary pianist and singer checked into Los Angeles’ Cesar-Sinai Hospital for a battery of tests early Wednesday morning. Although [...]

2012 Oscars – Elton John's Party Draws Celebs, Raises Millions

Jeff Giles — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:19:45 +0000

We tend to think of awards shows as excuses for famous people to get together in their finest duds and pat themselves on the back — and the same goes for the countless pre- and post-parties that go along with them. But while that may be true most of the time, Elton John‘s Oscar party is different — to the tune of more than $225 million raised for HIV/AIDS research over the last couple of decades.

Elton John's Husband Disses Madonna After Her Golden Globes Win

Shauna Wright — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:43:34 +0000

Saturday night may be alright for fighting, but apparently Sunday will do in a pinch.

Elton John Wants Justin Timberlake to Play Him in a Movie

Landon King — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:33:05 +0000

There's an Elton John movie in development called "Rocketman" and Elton has someone he'd like to see in the starring role: Justin Timberlake.

Elton John Hosts 'Saturday Night Live' [VIDEOS]

Landon King — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:34:46 +0000

Legendary singer returns to the 'SNL' stage to mixed results. See the videos and read more on the next page!

Elton John Hosts "SNL" This Saturday [VIDEO]

Landon King — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 20:43:02 +0000

Elton John is scheduled to host this Saturday and will pull double duty as he'll also perform with musical guest Leon Russell. John's only previous appearance on the sketch show came in 1982 as a musical guest. John and Russell recently released an album titled The Union.

Click through to see a promo for his first appearance in almost 30 years.

Elton John Paid Tribute to Elizabeth Taylor During a Show Wednesday Night [VIDEO]

Landon King — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:57:23 +0000

Elton John paid tribute to Elizabeth Taylor during a gig in Pittsburgh on Wednesday night. See the video and read more on the next page!

Footage from the Rock Hall Induction Has Surfaced [VIDEO]

Landon King — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 16:34:30 +0000

Footage from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony has surfaced online. The event actually happened on Monday night. It'll air Sunday night on Fuse.

Elton John is Coming to "SNL" as Host and Musical Guest [VIDEO]

Landon King — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:23:42 +0000

"SNL" announced that Elton John will host AND serve as the musical guest on the April 2nd episode. He'll perform with Leon Russell. Their joint album, "The Union", came out last October. Elton last performed on "SNL" in 1982. See video of these two legends together on the next page!

Elton John Says Billy Joel "Hates" Him [VIDEO]

Landon King — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 17:19:22 +0000

When Elton John outed Billy Joel as an alcoholic in a recent interview with "Rolling Stone", he said he was doing it out of "tough love." But Billy dismissed it as "Elton being Elton."

But Elton says Billy is a lot angrier about it than he let on. Read more and see the interview on the next page.

Elton John Has Outed Billy Joel As an Alcoholic

Landon King — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:17:59 +0000

In the February 17th issue of “Rolling Stone”, Elton John is publicly outing Billy Joel as an alcoholic, and asking him to get help. Read more and see two great videos featuring these music legends on the next page. This wouldn’t be the first time Billy has gone to rehab. He spent a month in [...]

Elton John In Lubbock [photos]

Landon King — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:42:32 +0000

Another legendary artist that rocked the Hub City with Kool 98! Elton John played to a packed house at the the United Spirit Arena on April 29th, 2010.

Special thanks to John Berry for the photos!