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Elton John Announces Final ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ North American Tour Dates

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Elton John has announced the final shows for the North American leg of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour , which run through November.

The 11 new tour dates include additional shows in East Rutherford, New Jersey; Foxborough, Massachusetts; Phoenix, Arizona; Toronto, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada. A third show has also been added to his run at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Tickets for the new slate of concerts go on sale April 6 at 10 a.m. local time via John’s website , with a limited number of VIP packages and American Express card member presale tickets available beginning on March 30 at 10 a.m. local time.

“It’s hard to believe that after tomorrow in St. Louis, I’ll have just a handful of shows left before I wrap up my final arena performances in the United States,” John said in a statement. “This year will see my grand finale in North America, playing stadiums all around the country, with the most spectacular production I’ve ever had. Thank you for sharing this journey with me. I cherish these memories we’re making together. It has been nothing short of incredible and I look forward to seeing you very soon one last time, on my Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour.”

John’s epic farewell tour has experienced some bumps along the way, including the postponement of two Dallas shows in January after the musician was diagnosed with Covid-19. At the time, he had just resumed his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour  after a nearly two-year delay  caused by the pandemic , as well as an  ill-timed hip injury .

Earlier this month, the singer shared a new video for “ Finish Line ,” his collaborative track with Stevie Wonder that appears on John’s all-star 2021 album, The Lockdown Sessions .

Farewell Yellow Brick Road New North American Tour Dates

July 24 – East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium July 27 – Foxborough, MA @ Gillette Stadium September 8  – Toronto, ON @ Rogers Centre September 13 – Charleston, SC  @ Credit One Stadium October 8 – Santa Clara, CA  @ Levi’s Stadium October 16 – Tacoma, WA @ Tacoma Dome October 17 – Tacoma, WA @ Tacoma Dome October 22 – Vancouver, BC @ BC Place November 9 – San Diego, CA @ Petco Park November 11 – Phoenix, AZ @ Chase Field November 17 – Los Angeles, CA @ Dodger Stadium

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On the heels of Elton John ’s 75th birthday, the singer and AEG Presents have unveiled the final North American dates of his “Farewell Yellow Brick Road The Final Tour.” The announcement promises that the 11 new dates “mark the final shows added to his North American tour.”

The new dates include additional performances in East Rutherford, NJ; Foxborough, MA; Toronto,; Vancouver, BC; and Phoenix,  along with a third show added at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Concerts in San Diego, Santa Clara, CA, and Tacoma, WA, have also been added.

Elton John’s final North American show – a return to the site of what is arguably his most iconic performance, Los Angeles’ Dodger Stadium – on November 20 will be his 2,000th  U.S. concert, capping off a touring run that’s seen him play all 50 states, alongside 108 shows alone in top markets like New York City. Over a staggering 52 years of live performances, Elton has played for tens of millions of fans worldwide, and has broken multiple attendance and box-office records throughout his career, hitting an unrivaled apex that is sure to remain unchallenged for years to come. The past year has also seen Elton return to the recorded music charts with his smash hit “Cold Heart (PNAU REMIX),” which hit #7 on Billboard’s Hot 100, and  #1 on its Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, as well as charting at #1 on the U.K. singles chart upon its release.

Elton John begins his final run of dates in North America in Philadelphia, PA on July 15, finishing with the three-night engagement at Dodger Stadium November 17, 19 and 20.

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2023 kicks off with two shows in Auckland, New Zealand on January 27 and 28, and soon-to-be-announced dates in Australia before the epic 5-year tour formally concludes in Stockholm, Sweden on July 8, 2023.

Elton posted today on his socials, “It’s hard to believe that after tomorrow in St. Louis, I’ll have just a handful of shows left before I wrap up my final arena performances in the United States. This year will see my grand finale in North America, playing stadiums all around the country, with the most spectacular production I’ve ever had. Thank you for sharing this journey with me.  I cherish these memories we’re making together. It has been nothing short of incredible and I look forward to seeing you very soon one last time, on my Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour.”

NEWLY ANNOUNCED NORTH AMERICAN STADIUM DATES Sunday, July 24, 2022               East Rutherford, NJ                  MetLife Stadium Wednesday, July 27, 2022         Foxborough, MA                      Gillette Stadium Thursday, September 8, 2022    Toronto, ON                            Rogers Centre Tuesday, September 13, 2022    Charleston, SC                         Credit One Stadium Saturday, October 8, 2022         Santa Clara, CA                        Levi’s® Stadium Sunday, October 16, 2022         Tacoma, WA                            Tacoma Dome Monday, October 17, 2022        Tacoma, WA                            Tacoma Dome Saturday, October 22, 2022       Vancouver, BC                         BC Place Wednesday, November 9, 2022 San Diego, CA                         Petco Park Friday, November 11,2022        Phoenix, AZ                             Chase Field Thursday, November 17, 2022  Los Angeles, CA                      Dodger Stadium

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED NORTH AMERICAN STADIUM  DATES Friday, July 15, 2022                Philadelphia, PA           Citizens Bank Park Monday, July 18, 2022             Detroit, MI                   Comerica Park Saturday, July 23, 2022             East Rutherford, NJ      MetLife Stadium Thursday, July 28, 2022            Foxborough, MA          Gillette Stadium Saturday, July 30, 2022             Cleveland, OH             Progressive Field Friday, August 5, 2022             Chicago, IL                  Soldier Field Wednesday, September 7, 2022 Toronto, ON                Rogers Centre Saturday, September 10, 2022   Syracuse, NY               Carrier Dome Friday, September 16, 2022       Pittsburgh, PA              PNC Park Sunday, September 18, 2022     Charlotte, NC               Bank of America Stadium Thursday, September 22, 2022  Atlanta, GA                  Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 24, 2022   Washington, DC           Nationals Park Friday, September 30, 2022       Arlington, TX               Globe Life Field Sunday, October 2, 2022           Nashville, TN               Nissan Stadium Friday, October 21, 2022          Vancouver, BC             BC Place Saturday, October 29, 2022       San Antonio, TX          Alamodome Friday, November 4, 2022         Houston, TX                Minute Maid Park Saturday, November 12, 2022   Phoenix, AZ                 Chase Field Saturday, November 19, 2022   Los Angeles, CA          Dodger Stadium Sunday, November 20, 2022     Los Angeles, CA          Dodger Stadium

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Elton John bids farewell to the road with the last show on his goodbye tour

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Elton John preformed to over 6 million fans across 330 shows in his farewell tour.

With glitz, glam and golden confetti, Elton John performed on tour for the last time on Saturday.

The final concert was set in Stockholm, Sweden. It wrapped up the British singer's "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour, which spanned over five years, 330 shows and 16 Gucci suits. The tour is considered the highest-grossing in Billboard Boxscore history. Last month, it became the first tour ever to make more than $900 million.

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"What a journey this tour has been and now we find ourselves at the end of it," John wrote on Instagram before the show.

The show included several of John's signature songs, including Tiny Dancer, Rocket Man and Candle in the Wind.

In heart-shaped pink sunglasses, he thanked his fans for their support throughout the decades.

"You have no idea what it means to me, your kindness. I've had the most wonderful career," he said. "How lucky am I to play music. But I wouldn't be sitting here and talking to you if it wasn't for you."

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The worldwide, farewell tour kicked off in 2018, but was forced to pause in 2020 for nearly two-years due to the pandemic. Last month, the 76-year-old gave his final U.K. performance while headlining the Glastonbury Festival.

In 2021, the international pop star told NPR that he looked forward to retiring from tour so that he could spend more time with his children.

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"Ten years ago, I was going to just tour and make records. And I had nothing planned for the rest of my life except making music and touring," John said. "And then we had two fabulous little boys. And then David, my husband, said, well, what do you want out of life now? Do you still want to tour? I said, no, I don't."

He later said, "As much as I love playing, I want to be with my boys now. I want to be there for them."

Elton John announces final dates for 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road' tour

NEW YORK — Elton John has announced the final dates for his farewell tour, which includes stops at big stadiums in the U.S.

“Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road: The Final Tour” will visit Frankfurt, Germany, on May 27, 2022 and will make several stops throughout Europe, including Milan, Liverpool and Paris.

John also announced dates in North America, kicking off those shows on July 15, 2022, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. He will also perform at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey; Soldier Field in Chicago; Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta; Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee; and Minute Maid Park in Houston. He will wrap the North American trek with two shows at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on November 19 and 20, 2022.

In 2023 he will play in New Zealand and Australia before wrapping up the tour, which began in 2018. 

“The shows that I announce today will be my final tour dates ever in North America and Europe,” John said in a statement. “I’m going to go out in the biggest possible way, performing at my very best, with the most spectacular production I’ve ever had, playing in places that have meant so much to me throughout my career.”

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In September, the pop icon first announced that his “Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour” would return to North America on Jan. 19, 2022, in New Orleans. John also announced rescheduled 2022 dates for Houston, Detroit, New York City, Miami, Toronto and Montreal due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

“I’ve been enjoying my time at home with the family while the world navigates its way through the COVID pandemic. But, I really miss being on the road and performing for my beloved fans in my Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour,” John said at the time. “While the scientists are making great progress, we are making big plans for a return to touring that will allow us to ensure the health and safety of everyone.”

The Oscar, Grammy and Tony-winning star’s final tour kicked off to a sold-out audience in September 2018.

Contributing: Mesfin Fekadu, Associated Press

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It's time to pull out those sunglasses, platform boots, and sequins once more. Elton John has finally announced the return of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour.

The rock icon revealed the long-awaited final dates of his last big shows on Wednesday. The 30-date performances will span North America and Europe, wrapping up an epic goodbye that he began back in January 2018 (the concerts were halted by the COVID-19 pandemic).

John will kick off his comeback May 27, 2022, in Frankfurt, Germany, before bouncing around Europe and North America, with his final two North American shows landing at Los Angeles' Dodger Stadium in November 2020. The singer famously played the baseball stadium in the 1970s, rocking a bedazzled Dodger uniform.

"Hello, all you wonderful fans out there. I'm coming to you today with an announcement I've been working towards for, well, all my life: The shows that I announce today will be my final tour dates ever in North America and Europe," John said in a statement. "I'm going to go out in the biggest possible way, performing at my very best, with the most spectacular production I've ever had, playing in places that have meant so much to me throughout my career. Whether it's next summer in Frankfurt or at the legendary Dodger Stadium for the grand finale in the United States, I can't wait to see you all on the road one last time… Thank you and I look forward to seeing you in your town."

The tour will make stops in Europe in major cities such as Milan, Liverpool, and Paris, before hopping to North American cities includingVancouver, Toronto, East Rutherford, Chicago, and more. The North American stadium run will kick off at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on July 15, 2022, before concluding with back-to-back performances at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Nov. 19 and Nov. 20, 2022, commemorating his iconic performance at the historic venue in October 1975.

John will conclude the four-year tour in 2023 in Australia and Auckland, New Zealand.

Tickets go on sale Tuesday, June 29, in Europe and Wednesday, June 30, in North America.

See the full list of tour dates below.

European Dates

Friday, May 27, 2022: Frankfurt, Germany at Deutsche Bank Park FKA Commerzbank-Arena

Sunday, May 29, 2022: Leipzig, Germany at Red Bull Arena

Saturday, June 4, 2022: Milan, Italy at San Siro Stadium

Tuesday, June 7, 2022: Horsens, Denmark at CASA Arena Horsens

Thursday, June 9, 2022: Arnhem, Netherlands at GelreDome

Saturday, June 11, 2022: Paris, France at La Defense Arena

Wednesday, June 15, 2022: Norwich, U.K. at Carrow Road

Friday, June 17, 2022: Liverpool, U.K. at Anfield

Sunday, June 19, 2022: Sunderland, U.K. at Stadium of Light

Wednesday, June 22, 2022: Bristol, U.K. at Ashton Gate Stadium

Wednesday, June 29, 2022: Swansea, U.K. at Liberty Stadium

North American Dates

Friday, July 15, 2022: Philadelphia at Citizens Bank Park

Monday, July 18, 2022: Detroit at Comerica Park

Saturday, July 23, 2022: East Rutherford, NJ at MetLife Stadium

Thursday, July 28, 2022: Foxboro, Mass., at Gillette Stadium

Saturday, July 30, 2022: Cleveland at Progressive Field

Friday, August 5, 2022: Chicago at Soldier Field

Wednesday, September 7, 2022: Toronto at Rogers Centre

Saturday, September 10, 2022: Syracuse, NY at Carrier Dome

Friday, September 16, 2022: Pittsburgh at PNC Park

Sunday, September 18, 2022: Charlotte at Bank of America Stadium

Thursday, September 22, 2022: Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Saturday, September 24, 2022: Washington, D.C., at Nationals Park

Friday, September 30, 2022: Arlington, Tex., at Globe Life Field

Sunday, October 2, 2022: Nashville at Nissan Stadium

Friday, October 21, 2022: Vancouver at BC Place

Saturday, October 29, 2022: San Antonio at Alamodome

Friday, November 4, 2022: Houston at Minute Maid Park

Saturday, November 12, 2022: Phoenix at Chase Field

Saturday, November 19, 2022: Los Angeles at Dodger Stadium

Sunday, November 20, 2022: Los Angeles at Dodger Stadium

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“He’s giving fans exactly what they could want in a final hurrah: some of his all-time biggest hits, played with his classic gusto!” – Billboard

Due to overwhelming demand, superstar Elton John, recently crowned by Billboard as the most successful performing male solo artist of all time, added 25 additional North American concert dates to his sold out Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, including two shows at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7, 2019. The tour will make stops in Salt Lake City, Tacoma, Memphis, Charlotte and Western Canada as well as return dates in Toronto, Philadelphia, Nashville, Cleveland and more.

The Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour kicked off to a sold-out crowd on September 8 in Allentown, PA. Taking the audience on a magical journey through his career, the show features some of Elton’s most beloved songs from his legendary catalogue including, “Bennie and the Jets,” “Rocket Man,” “Tiny Dancer,” and “Philadelphia Freedom.” Elton’s music has taken him to many places, opened many doors and inspired many passions in his life. The audience will experiences a rare glimpse into Elton’s life and the deeply personal meaning behind some of his greatest hits, with mesmerizing, never-before-seen photos and videos shown throughout the show from his incredible 50-year career.

“Elton John’s ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ tour is a celebration of one of music’s and pop culture’s most legendary and unrivaled performers,” said Jay Marciano, Chairman and CEO, AEG Presents, promoters of the global ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ tour. “Just as he has promised his millions of fans, it’s more than just an unforgettable performance of the most iconic and loved music of his career, it’s a look back at all our lives and how Elton John’s music has been interwoven into the social, political and cultural history of our world. It is an honor to be part of the team of the industry’s most talented people that have together created the ultimate tribute to music’s most incomparable artist.” 

Tickets for these dates go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, October 5 at 10am local time. Tickets and VIP packages can be purchased at EltonJohn.com.  

American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Thursday, September 27 at 10am local time through Monday, October 1 at 10pm local time. A limited number of exclusive VIP packages will also be available starting Thursday, September 27 at 10am local time. These exclusive offers can include premium tickets, on-stage photo opportunities at Elton John’s piano, backstage tours, limited-edition lithographs, custom merchandise and much more.

The Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour presale is powered by Ticketmaster Verified Fan; a fan-first technology that was built to help artists combat ticket bots and get tickets into the hands of fans that intend to go to the event.  Tickets for these events will be available through registration using Ticketmaster Verified Fan. Members of The Rocket Club will receive priority access to Verified Fan tickets at the beginning of the official presale period (Verified Fan registration is required.) For events on sale October 5, registration is available now through Friday, September 28 at 10pm local time.  Verified TM fan presale will begin Tuesday, October 2 at 10am and run through Wednesday, October 3 at 10pm local time, supplies are limited. For events on sale after October 5, please check with EltonJohn.com for registration and presale details. Registration is required to participate in the TM Verified Fan Presale. TM Verified Fan Registration for all shows will begin Wednesday, September 26 at 8am local time. For more information and to register in advance, visit EltonJohn.com.

In the course of his three-year FAREWELL YELLOW BRICK ROAD worldwide tour, Elton John plans to visit North America multiple times. Please visit EltonJohn.com often for new concert announcements.

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Elton’s career achievements to date are unsurpassed in their breadth and longevity. Elton is one of the top-selling solo artists of all time, with 38 gold records and 31 platinum and multi-platinum albums, over 50 Top 40 hits, and he has sold more than 300 million records worldwide. He holds the record for the biggest-selling single of all time, “Candle in the Wind 1997,” which sold over 33 million copies. ‘Diamonds’ the Ultimate Greatest Hits album, reached the Top 5 of the UK album charts on its release in November 2017, becoming Elton’s 40th UK Top 40 album in the process, reaching Gold status before the end of the year. This release celebrated 50 years of his songwriting partnership with Bernie Taupin. Forging one of the most dominant musical resumes, Elton was named the number 1 male solo recording artist of all time by Billboard in 2018. He has also written the music for stage and screen successes Billy Elliot: The Musical, Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida, and The Lion King, which was named the highest-grossing stage show or film release in the world. To date, Elton has delivered more than 4,000 performances in more than 80 countries since launching his first tour in 1970. Among the many awards and honors bestowed upon him are 5 GRAMMYs including a GRAMMY Legend award, a Tony and an Oscar, a Best British Male Artist BRIT Award, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Kennedy Center Honors, Legend of Live Award, 13 Ivor Novello Awards and a knighthood from HM Queen Elizabeth II for “services to music and charitable services.” In January, he received the Crystal Award for this long-standing fight against HIV/AIDS at the World Economic Forum in Davos. In 1992, Elton established the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which today is one of the leading nonprofit HIV/AIDS organizations and has raised over $400 million to date in the global fight against HIV/AIDS.

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AEG Presents is one of the world’s largest live music companies. The company is dedicated to all aspects of live contemporary music performances, including producing and promoting global concert tours, regional music events and world-renowned festivals. AEG Presents operates in North America, Europe and Asia with 15 regional offices. Touring artists include Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Elton John, Celine Dion, Kenny Chesney and more. The festival roster includes the iconic Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Stagecoach, Desert Trip, Firefly, Hangout, and British Summertime at Hyde Park, totaling more than 40. The company owns, manages or exclusively promotes in more than 75 clubs and theaters worldwide, including Agora Theatre, Cleveland; Forest Hills Stadium and Webster Hall, New York; Shrine Auditorium and The Fonda, Los Angeles and Eventim Apollo, London. AEG presents more than 12,000 shows annually and conducts business under such globally renowned brands as AEG Presents, Goldenvoice, The Bowery Presents, Concerts West, Messina Touring Group, Marshall Arts LTD, and Madison House Presents.  For more information visit www.aegpresents.com.

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Elton John has today announced his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, a global itinerary which will span 300 shows and three years and will be his last.

In the #EltonEvent broadcast live from New York on eltonjohn.com, he gave solo renditions of ‘Tiny Dancer’ and ‘I’m Still Standing’ before breaking the news to host Anderson Cooper and the assembled audience. The tour is scheduled to begin in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The superstar singer-songwriter said that he made the decision in the south of France in 2015, in order to be able to spend more time with his husband, David Furnish, and their children. “My priorities have changed in my life,” he commented. “Ten years ago, if you’d have said I was going to stop touring, I’d have said ‘No, no, I’m a working musician, I’ve always played.

“But we had children, and that changed our lives,” he continued. “In 2015, David and I sat down with a school schedule and thought ‘I don’t want to miss too much of this. I’ve had an amazing life, I’ve had an amazing career, I’ve been so incredibly lucky, and the priorities in my life have changed.

“I’ve been touring since I was 17, in various bands and as Elton John [from] 1969, and I thought the time was right to say thank you to all my fans around the world, and to say goodbye, and have a breather. It doesn’t mean to say I’m still not going to be creative, but I’m not going to travel anymore.”

The announcement was heralded in a teaser video posted earlier in the day which opened with the caption “I’ve finally decided where my future lies,” a reference to Bernie Taupin’s lyric on ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.’ The clip went on to summarise the superstar’s momentous history as a live performer, starting with his famous US debut at the Troubadour in West Hollywood on 25 August 1970.

“Now Elton is embarking on the next phase of his creative journey,” it continued, “and it will be every bit as surprising and powerful as his first performances almost 50 years ago.” It followed a “virtual” appearance at the piano by Elton on London’s Kings Cross station concourse yesterday (23).  

John is due to perform alongside Miley Cyrus at the Grammy Awards in New York on Sunday (28), where he will be presented with the President’s Merit Award. His current residency in Las Vegas in May, after six years and 200 shows.

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Elton John is continuing on the Yellow Brick Road! The icon announced on Wednesday (Sept. 23) his list of rescheduled North American dates for his global farewell tour months after they were postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Following his recently announced dates in Europe, beginning September 1, 2021 in Berlin (tour dates  here ). The tour will kick off again on January 19, 2022, in New Orleans, making stops in Houston, Chicago, Toronto, New York, Miami and more. The news follows his rescheduled European dates, which will begin in September 2021.

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“I’ve been enjoying my time at home with the family while the world navigates its way through the COVID pandemic,” John wrote on social media. “But, I really miss being on the road and performing for my beloved fans in my Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour. While the scientists are making great progress, we are making big plans for a return to touring that will allow us to ensure the health and safety of everyone. I will be starting my tour again in Europe and the UK in the Fall of 2021. And I will be back in North America starting in January 2022.  This means my New Zealand dates will be postponed until 2023. Don’t worry about me.  I’m using my downtime to keep myself fighting fit and healthier than ever. I’m raring to go! As always, thank you so much for your loyal support. I look forward to seeing all you wonderful Elton John fans soon. In the meantime, please stay safe and be well. Thank you!”

All original tickets will be honored at the rescheduled performances. See the new dates below.

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Elton John Announces Book Detailing Final 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road' Tour

'Farewell Yellow Brick Road: Memories of My Life on Tour' is due Sept. 24

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Elton John is giving the yellow brick road a real send-off.

On Wednesday, the "Tiny Dancer" musician, 76, announced on Instagram that he would be releasing a book chronicling the journey of his five-year farewell tour titled Farewell Yellow Brick Road: Memories of My Life via Hyperion Avenue, an imprint of Disney Publishing Worldwide.

"I am incredibly excited to announce my new book, “Farewell Yellow Brick Road: Memories of My Life On Tour”, which goes behind the scenes on my final tour, from Allentown, PA, to Stockholm, Sweden and everywhere in between," he wrote.

John added: "It’s been a beautiful journey creating this book and remembering the people and places that shaped an incredible chapter in my life. As well as the stories and memories, not just from this tour but from throughout my career, I’ve included unreleased photography and memorabilia that I hope give you never-before-seen insights of my life on the road."

The five-time Grammy winner revealed the book will be released on Sept. 24. "Rocket Club members and those buying through my official store will receive their copy two weeks early, so head to store.eltonjohn.com to pre-order your copy now," John concluded.

According to the official book description on the legendary musician's website , his tome will give readers an inside look at his "dazzling, final performances at Los Angeles’ Dodger Stadium, his record-breaking performance at Glastonbury, his legendary touring wardrobe by Gucci, the beautifully detailed stage design, celebrity guest attendees, official tour photography, and more."

John concluded his live-touring career of over 50 years in July 2023 with a final stop on his  Farewell Yellow Brick Road  tour at the Tele2 Arena in Stockholm.

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As he wrapped the show with "Your Song" and, fittingly, "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road," the "Rocket Man" artist thanked fans for supporting him on tour over the last five decades.

“I’ve had the most wonderful career, beyond belief. 52 years of pure joy playing music, how lucky am I to play music? But I wouldn’t be sitting here if it wasn’t for you," John said,  per  The   Independent . "You bought the singles, albums and CDs and more importantly you bought the tickets to the shows and you know how I love to play live."

“It’s been my lifeblood to play for you guys and you’ve been absolutely magnificent – thank you," he added. "I will never forget you guys. I’ve played so many concerts, how could I forget? You’re in my head, and my heart and my soul and I thank you so much.”

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Forthcoming Farewell Yellow Brick Road European and UK Tour Dates Rescheduled

Elton John has today announced that the forthcoming 2021 European and UK tour dates of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour have to be rescheduled for 2023.

Elton said:

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I am forced to reschedule the 2021 dates of my Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in Europe and the UK to 2023.

At the end of my summer break I fell awkwardly on a hard surface and have been in considerable pain and discomfort in my hip ever since. Despite intensive physio and specialist treatment, the pain has continued to get worse and is leading to increasing difficulties moving. I have been advised to have an operation as soon as possible to get me back to full fitness and make sure there are no long-term complications. I will be undertaking a program of intensive physiotherapy that will ensure a full recovery and a return to full mobility without pain.

I am going to complete the charitable Global Citizen event on 25th September as I don’t want to let a charity down. Being just five songs it’s a very different physical undertaking to the demands of playing for close to three hours every night on tour and travelling overnight between countries. After this I will be having the operation to ensure the tour can get back on the road in January of 2022 in New Orleans.

I know how patient my incredible fans have been since Covid halted touring last year, and it breaks my heart to keep you waiting any longer. I completely feel your frustrations after the year we’ve had. I promise you this – the shows will return to the road next year and I will make sure they are more than worth the wait.

Important information

Ticketholders of the rescheduled performances will receive new event information and all original tickets will be honoured at the rescheduled performances. The Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour will recommence on 19th January 2022 in New Orleans and run until the summer of 2023.

The Elton John Forever Yellow Brick Road Tours dates for the UK and Europe are as follows:

Sat 21 May 2022 – Telenor Arena, Oslo Sun 22 May 2022 – Telenor Arena, Oslo Tue 28 March 2023 – 3Arena, Dublin Wed 29 March 2023 – 3Arena, Dublin Fri 31 March 2023 – SSE Arena, Belfast Sun 2 April 2023 – The O2, London Tue 4 April 2023 – The O2, London Wed 5 April 2023 – The O2, London Sat 8 April 2023 – The O2, London Sun 9 April 2023 – The O2, London Wed 12 April 2023 – The O2, London Thur 13 April 2023 – The O2, London Sun 16 April 2023 – The O2, London Mon 17 April 2023 – The O2, London Wed 19 April 2023 – Resorts World Arena, Birmingham Sat 22 April 2023 – M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool Sun 23 April 2023 – M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool Thu 27 April 2023 – Olympiahalle, Munich Tue 2 May 2023 – Barclaycard Arena, Hamburg Thu 4 May 2023 – Barclaycard Arena, Hamburg Fri 5 May 2023 – Barclaycard Arena, Hamburg Mon 8 May 2023 – Mercedes Benz Arena, Berlin Wed 10 May 2023 – Mercedes Benz Arena, Berlin Thu 11 May 2023 – Mercedes Benz Arena, Berlin Sat 13 May 2023 – SAP Arena, Mannheim Tue 16 May 2023 – Lanxess Arena, Cologne Thu 18 May 2023 – Lanxess Arena, Cologne Fri 19 May 2023 – Lanxess Arena, Cologne Mon 22 May 2023 – Palau Sant Jordi, Barcelona Tue 23 May 2023 – Palau Sant Jordi, Barcelona Sat 27 May 2023 – Sportpaleis, Antwerp Sun 28 May 2023 – Sportpaleis, Antwerp Wed 31 May 2023 – AO Arena, Manchester Fri 2 June 2023 – AO Arena, Manchester Sat 3 June 2023 – AO Arena, Manchester Tue 6 June 2023 – First Direct Arena, Leeds Sat 10 June 2023 – Utilita Arena, Birmingham Sun 11 June 2023 – Utilita Arena, Birmingham Tue 13 June 2023 – P&J Live, Aberdeen Thu 15 June 2023 – P&J Live, Aberdeen Sat 17 June 2023 – The SSE Hydro, Glasgow Sun 18 June 2023 – The SSE Hydro, Glasgow Sun 25 June 2023 – Accor Arena, Paris Tue 27 June 2023 – Accor Arena, Paris Wed 28 June 2023 – Accor Arena, Paris Sat 1 July 2023 – Hallenstadion, Zurich Sun 2 July 2023 – Hallenstadion, Zurich Wed 5 July 2023 – Royal Arena, Copenhagen Fri 7 July 2023 – Tele2 Arena, Stockholm Sat 8 July 2023 – Tele2 Arena, Stockholm Dates to be announced – Hatrwell Arena, Helsinki Dates to be announced – Hatrwell Arena, Helsinki

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