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.
POP MUSIC EMERGENCY ALERT: Rina Sawayama has announced the title and release date for her second studio album. On 16 May, the star revealed over social media that Hold The Girl will be released 2 September.
It is expected to include the fan-favourite track Catch Me In The Air, which has been performed on Rina’s Dynasty Tour since November 2021.
Over the past week, Rina has been teasing its release with the hashtag, “#RinaIsGoingToHell,” which fans have predicted is the title for the album’s lead single.
Rina’s self-titled 2020 debut received widespread critical acclaim upon release for its blend of 00s-inspired R&B, rock, nu-metal and experimental pop, and for exploring topics such as queer love, friendship and identity.