Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight; 25 March 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. Collaborating with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967 on more than 30 albums, John has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists. He has more than fifty Top 40 hits in the UK Singles Chart and US Billboard Hot 100, including seven number ones in the UK and nine in the US, as well as seven consecutive number-one albums in the US. His tribute single "Candle in the Wind 1997", rewritten in dedication to Diana, Princess of Wales, sold over 33 million copies worldwide and is the best-selling single in the history of the UK and US singles charts. He has also produced records and occasionally acted in films. John owned Watford F.C. from 1976 to 1987 and from 1997 to 2002. He is an honorary life president of the club.
Blasting Off To PLUTO: Jake Wesley Rogers' Moment Has Arrived
(Image via Warner) Out artist Jake Wesley Rogers has released his EP, single and music video Pluto. I'm getting some Jobriath vibes from this artist who will be opening for Ben Platt on his 2022 arena tour.
He's a buzzed-about newcomer, with a slew of rave reviews and celebrity endorsements, including from Elton John — who said Rogers reminds him of himself when he was starting out.
Heady stuff. Rogers will perform on The Late Late Show with James Corden tomorrow, Tuesday. Check out the video after the jump ...
