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.
Bright Light Bright Light Celebrates LGBTQ+ Culture With 'Fun City'
new album Fun City, pop musician and DJ Bright Light Bright Light (Rod Thomas) was a guest on our Instagram Live this week to perform a few tracks and answer questions about his career as a gay musician.
Born in Wales, the New York-based artist has performed and collaborated with pop stars like Elton John, Cher, and the Scissor Sisters.This latest album is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, he said during the Q&A. "Year after year, day after day, we suffer prejudice from every single angle, especially trans people, especially Black trans women.
It's really important to me to use this record and this platform to raise awareness for causes and people that are very close to my heart.
