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Brian Wilson's Peers Praise His 'Genius Magical Touch'

Dylan, Elton John, Questlove pay tribute to Beach Boys' leader

(Newser) - After Brian Wilson's death was announced Wednesday, his peers led the mourning by testifying to his groundbreaking musical talent. Bob Dylan posted that he was thinking "about all the years I've been listening to him and admiring his genius." Elton John called Wilson "the biggest...

A Familiar Chime Joins Our 'Nation's Playlist'

Also added to National Recording Registry: Tracy Chapman, Hamilton , Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On'

(Newser) - The Microsoft Windows 95 startup chime, a sound intended to convey "welcome, hopefulness and progress," has officially become one of "the sounds of America." The rather lengthy chime has been added to the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry, along with 24 other titles, bringing the...

23 Years Later, Madonna-Elton John Feud Is Over

Material Girl says John asked for her forgiveness

(Newser) - Madonna and Elton John have finally patched things up after a feud that's lasted more than two decades. John has frequently accused Madonna of lip syncing at her shows , but the Material Girl revealed on Instagram that she went to see him perform on Saturday Night Live this weekend—...

She Is CEO of the Year in the Eyes of Time

Lisa Su gets the nod, while Caitlin Clark is the athlete of the year

(Newser) - Donald Trump took home the big prize as "Person of the Year" in the annual assessment by Time, but the magazine also named winners in particular categories, including:
  • CEO: The magazine's top chief executive of the year is Lisa Su, head of Advanced Micro Devices. Her company is
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John Puts Legalizing Marijuana on the 'Greatest Mistakes' List

Singer, sober for 34 years, says it leads to other drugs

(Newser) - Elton John has stopped using marijuana, which he thinks is a good idea for everyone. For one thing, it's addictive, the singer said in a new Time magazine interview . And "it leads to other drugs." He put part of the blame for its use on governments. "...

Elton John: Vision Loss Has 'Floored Me'

He says he can't see anything out of his right eye and his left eye's 'not the greatest'

(Newser) - Elton John fans might have to wait a while for his next album. The superstar told Good Morning America on Monday that he hasn't recovered from the severe eye infection that caused him to lose the sight in his right eye over the summer. Asked by host Robin Roberts...

Elton John Recovering From 'Severe Eye Infection'

Singer was left with limited vision in one eye, at least for now

(Newser) - Sounds like Elton John had a not-so-great summer: The legendary singer says he spent it dealing with, and slowly recovering from, a "severe eye infection." While he assures fans he is "recuperating" and is grateful to his medical team and family, John also says the infection left...

This Beatle Is a Billionaire After Beyonce Boost

After Beyonce's cover of 'Blackbird,' Paul McCartney hits a new milestone

(Newser) - It may seem wild that it took this long, but one of the Beatles is finally a billionaire in the UK, and he has Beyonce to (partially) thank. Paul McCartney and his wife, Nancy, have popped up on this year's "Sunday Times Rich List," with a net...

Elton John, Bernie Taupin Win 'Incredible Honor'

They're the third duo to win Gershwin Prize

(Newser) - The Library of Congress says its Gershwin Prize for Popular Song this year is going to "one of the greatest songwriting duos of all time"—Elton John and Bernie Taupin, who have been writing hits for more than half a century. They will be honored at an April...

Elton John EGOTs at Emmys
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Latest to EGOT: Elton John

Emmy win cements him as one of the few

(Newser) - Elton John has achieved EGOT status. The famed British singer-pianist secured an Emmy Award on Monday night for best variety special (live) for Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium, a three-hour concert documentary that streamed on Disney+, the AP reports. John said he was "incredibly humbled" to join...

Elton John Spends Night in the Hospital

Entertainer, 76, fell at his French villa, is now back home

(Newser) - Elton John had to spend the night in the hospital after falling at his villa in Nice, France, reports the Guardian . The 76-year-old is back home again. A spokesman tells the BBC that John had a "slip" at the villa on Sunday and went to the Princess Grace hospital...

Elton John Testifies in Kevin Spacey Trial

Singer recalls the actor attending his party in 2001, and the timeline is important

(Newser) - The ongoing Kevin Spacey trial in London got an infusion of celebrity power on Monday: None other than Elton John testified. As the AP reports, John got roped into the trial because one of Spacey's accusers claims the actor groped him as they were on the way to the...

After '52 Years of Pure Joy,' Elton John Ends Final Tour

Singer, 76, says he'll still produce new music

(Newser) - Paying tribute to his fans, his band, and his family, Elton John performed his final concert on tour on Saturday night in Stockholm, dedicating "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" to them. "It's been my lifeblood to play for you guys, and you've...

Prince Harry Makes Surprise Court Appearance

Royal is among several celebrities suing a group of British tabloids for invasion of privacy

(Newser) - Prince Harry had his day in court on Monday, appearing unexpectedly at London's High Court in his lawsuit against Associated Newspapers Limited that accuses the Daily Mail publisher of phone-tapping and invasion of privacy. As CNN reports, the Duke of Sussex is among several celebrities suing ANL, including Sadie...

God Save the King From Trying to Find a Band to Play Coronation

Harry Styles, Adele, Elton John, Ed Sheeran, Spice Girls all can't do it; get out the B-list

(Newser) - Here's hoping King Charles has his date to his coronation all locked down, because as Fox News reports, Buckingham Palace is having a hard time finding British musical royalty to headline the event. Harry Styles? On tour, technically with availability, but his crew needs some downtime. Sir Elton John?...

Apple Music Reveals No. 1 Song of the Year

'Stay' by The Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber tops the list

(Newser) - "Stay," the smash hit by The Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber, topped Apple Music's global songs chart in 2022 as the giant music streamer released its end-of-year lists and provided listeners with data on their own most listened-to tunes. Some details, per the AP :
  • "Stay,
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Elton John Stops Traffic in NYC for Final US Performance

He played one song at unveiling of Saks Fifth Avenue's holiday window

(Newser) - The last night of Elton John's three-night run at Dodger Stadium was billed as his last-ever US performance—but the Sunday night gig was followed by a final performance on a New York City street. In what the Washington Post calls "a curious and minor epilogue to his...

Elton John's WH Concert Ends With a Big Surprise

President Biden presented 75-year-old singer with National Humanities Medal

(Newser) - Elton John is currently on his farewell tour after a half-century of performing, and he made an extra-special stop on Friday night: the White House. The 75-year-old singer appeared as a guest of President Biden and first lady Jill Biden for a performance meant to help honor "everyday history...

Britney Spears, Elton John Team Up for New Single

'Hold Me Closer' uses 'Tiny Dancer,' adds more

(Newser) - Elton John and Britney Spears have collaborated for the first time, creating the slinky, club-ready single “Hold Me Closer” that sees the pop icons take old sounds and fashion something new, the AP reports. The funky, piano-driven single uses John’s 1971 hit “Tiny Dancer” as the skeleton...

Elton John Cancels Shows After Testing Positive

He's fully vaccinated and only experiencing mild symptoms, arena says

(Newser) - Elton John's long-delayed farewell tour has been delayed again after he was back on the road for just three concerts. The singer has postponed two shows in Dallas after testing positive for COVID, the BBC reports. "It's always a massive disappointment to move shows and I'm...

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