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.
QMN: New music Monday from queer artists Orville Peck, Cassie Taylor and more
Queer Music News is a smattering of what’s going on in music by LGBTQ artists and the artists we love. Here’s a wrap-up of music we’ve received in recent days for your new music Monday.
Add these to your Memorial Day pool party playlist. Orville Peck teams up with Kylie and Diplo for new single Last week, country artist Orville Peck release new single “Midnight Ride” — a collaboration with Kylie Minogue and DJ/producer Diplo.
The song premiered during Minogue’s headline set at OUTLOUD Festival at WeHo Pride on June 2, where Peck appeared as a surprise guest.
The song is the latest release from Peck’s upcoming Stampede Vol. 1 album. “Doing this song with Kylie and Diplo was a dream come true,” Peck said in a press release. “Kylie was the first person I asked to be on Stampede because I knew exactly the kind of magic we could all make together.” “Midnight Ride” is Peck’s first new release since Stampede Vol.
