Elton John to Headline Rock in Rio, 'Can't Wait' to Start Making 'Much More Commercial' Record

Elton John to headline Rock in Rio, 'can't wait' to start making 'much more commercial' record

Elton John performs at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, November 8, 2025 (Disney/Frank Micelotta) Elton John has left touring behind him, but that doesn’t mean he’s stopped playing live. He tells Variety he’s done 11 private shows this year, plus a few public ones, like his show at the London Palladium with Brandi Carlile. In 2026 he’ll headline the Rock in Rio festival in Brazil on Sept. 7. In an Instagram video, Elton says…

Elton John gives update on his vision: 'There is hope'

Elton John is still standing.The music legend has opened up about his ongoing vision problems in a new interview with Variety, saying he's had a challenging "last 15 months" but "there is hope.""It's been devastating," John tells the magazine. "Because I lost my right eye and my left eye's not so good, the last 15 months have been challenging for me because I haven't been able to see anything, watch anything, read anything.""I've had the most in…

Elton John gives update on his vision: 'There is hope'

The musical legend says he's trying to be patient, and he's still finding ways to connect with friends.

Elton John to headline Rock in Rio, ‘can’t wait’ to start making ‘much more commercial’ record – 106.5 The Arch

Elton John has left touring behind him, but that doesn't mean he's stopped playing live. He tells Variety he's done 11 private shows this year, plus a few public ones, like… Source