Oracle Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-42806129 Well, I knew it would come. Had a feeling that Elton has been meaning to slow down for a while now. Tour dates are on the official website but it's responding slowly. Thoughts? Are you going to see any of the shows? I'll be hitting up Cleveland, Columbus and might go to Cincinnati. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Permanent-Rush Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 So many calling it quits atm. Slayer, Neil Diamond, n now Elton John. :( 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 So many calling it quits atm. Slayer, Neil Diamond, n now Elton John. :(They need rest. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Permanent-Rush Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 So many calling it quits atm. Slayer, Neil Diamond, n now Elton John. :(They need rest. Ik which is why I respect all of there decisions mate. I am just saying that it's kinda shocking so many bands/artists are calling it quits this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oracle Posted January 24, 2018 Author Share Posted January 24, 2018 So many calling it quits atm. Slayer, Neil Diamond, n now Elton John. :(They need rest. Indeed. I'm glad they're finally hanging it up to spend time for themselves. After how long guys like Elton and Neil have entertained and performed, they deserve the time to devote to themselves. Sad, but it had to happen. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
launchpad67a Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 Yes, I'll see him in Phoenix next January. He has 3 days off before this show, so his voice should be in good shape. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oracle Posted January 24, 2018 Author Share Posted January 24, 2018 Yes, I'll see him in Phoenix next January. He has 3 days off before this show, so his voice should be in good shape. Has his voice really gone downhill though? For someone who's had throat surgery, he still sounds up to par for other entertainers his age. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueschica Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 Yes, I'll see him in Phoenix next January. He has 3 days off before this show, so his voice should be in good shape. Has his voice really gone downhill though? For someone who's had throat surgery, he still sounds up to par for other entertainers his age. I saw him on a recent BBC special and his voice is not what it used to be. I'm still a fan, though, and I've always loved his piano playing, back to 11-17-70 (it's a recording, not my fan date. ). A show near us is on a Saturday night- seriously thinking of getting tickets for the family since it would work for everyone. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueschica Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 And if anyone has an American Express card, the presale starts tomorrow already at 10 AM ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Permanent-Rush Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 Yes, I'll see him in Phoenix next January. He has 3 days off before this show, so his voice should be in good shape. Has his voice really gone downhill though? For someone who's had throat surgery, he still sounds up to par for other entertainers his age. I saw him on a recent BBC special and his voice is not what it used to be. I'm still a fan, though, and I've always loved his piano playing, back to 11-17-70 (it's a recording, not my fan date. ). A show near us is on a Saturday night- seriously thinking of getting tickets for the family since it would work for everyone. Go for ir mate, would be cool!! :) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
driventotheedge Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 Coming to my area Jan of next year on a Saturday night. Will be doing a show the night before but will have been off a month prior to that one. Likely will go. Have only seen him once. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod in Toronto Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 How about a Slayer) Elton John bill huh? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurabw Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 I’ve always loved him. I’ve seen him a few times over the year but would love to see him one last time . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
custom55 Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 Def seeing Elton in NYC. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Principled Man Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 I'm wondering if all the Elton John fan websites are arguing over whether he should keep touring or if he has the right to retire ..... ;) ;) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 So many calling it quits atm. Slayer, Neil Diamond, n now Elton John. :(They need rest. Let's face it. The Rock And Roll Ball has been rolling down Mt. Everest now for many years. It's now a fuckking SNOWBALL FROM HELL! The friction is non-fiction diction. It's over kids. I feel sorry for the next few generations of humans. There will be nothing left. Everything that we older rockers grew up on will all be over in less than ten years. It sucks. But there is nothing but modern shite out there now. Forget ten years from now. Give me Ten Years After instead. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
launchpad67a Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Yes, I'll see him in Phoenix next January. He has 3 days off before this show, so his voice should be in good shape. Has his voice really gone downhill though? For someone who's had throat surgery, he still sounds up to par for other entertainers his age.No, I don't believe it has. But I know that back-to-back nights on tour are tough. So anytime you can see a band after a night or two off is good thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 I've seen Elton three times in my life. I am done. The first time was with my one of my buddies in Oakland. He opened with "Funeral." Amazing. My favorite! The second time was with my parents and ex wife. Elton with Billy Joel. EPIC! I think Billy was wasted on furniture polish that night, but wow...... Epic show. My third time was with my dad in Vegas when we were on business. I decided to take my dad to see the RED PENIS I mean the RED PIANO show at Caesar's! What a disgrace! Elton was way out of line that night with the imagery he showed on the big screen projection! He showed a naked old Muslim man holding on to a naked chested boy. I don't give a shit how liberal any of you are. It was in complete poor taste. My dad was so furious he wanted to leave. Some people did get up and leave. Elton John is a genius along with Bernie from 1969-1979. A decade of masterpieces. After that? FORGET IT! Saw Neil Diamond three times too. Now he's done. It's the end of an Era. It's just going to get worse from here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 http://www.bbc.com/n...t-arts-42806129 Well, I knew it would come. Had a feeling that Elton has been meaning to slow down for a while now. Tour dates are on the official website but it's responding slowly. Thoughts? Are you going to see any of the shows? I'll be hitting up Cleveland, Columbus and might go to Cincinnati. I bet Elton is going to go out with a "BANG!" He needs to hang it up pronto. He has enough of "El Dorado" for the rest of his life. Pun intended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleMoon Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 I've only seen Elton John once and that was on the Rock of the Westies tour, so a lonnng time ago. Wouldn't mind seeing him again though before he retires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Union 5-3992 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Never seen him play before. I figure I should try to see him in Buffalo since this is the first time in a long time he's been in the area. And now it'll be the last time too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyBlaze Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 I'm wondering if all the Elton John fan websites are arguing over whether he should keep touring or if he has the right to retire ..... ;) ;) Elton John should’ve notified fraroc of this retirement ten years ago! Somehow Peart is behind this! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSHHEAD666 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 I've only seen Elton John once and that was on the Rock of the Westies tour, so a lonnng time ago. Wouldn't mind seeing him again though before he retires. Wow! You saw that tour? Lucky girl. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluefox4000 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 I'm wondering if all the Elton John fan websites are arguing over whether he should keep touring or if he has the right to retire ..... ;) ;) Elton John should’ve notified fraroc of this retirement ten years ago! Somehow Peart is behind this! Shhhh are you insane? Don't wake the Fraroc!!! lol Mick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edhunter Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Saw him in '86 and '98. If I win tixx I'll go again. If not, I'll pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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