Just home from Elton’s concert in Edmonton on September 28, 2019. The extended version of “Levon” was easily the best song of a 23 song show w/2 more encore numbers. Great show overall. He started at *exactly* 8:00 pm & wrapped up at 10:40 pm. A true professional. No intermission. Just solid music. One thing I gotta say about the movie “Rocket Man”. The scene where his new manager is telling him he needs a stage name because Reggie Dwight didn’t work so Elton says “Elton”. The manager asks for a last name & Elton (as portrayed in the movie) looks at John Lennon in a Beatles photo hung on the wall & says “John”. That’s bullshit!! It’s well documented throughout his career, he chose the surname “John” in deference to Long John Baldry. Poor John Baldry. Never once got the props he deserved.
Being at his concert is absolutely mesmerizing. You cannot truly appreciate how incredible he is at piano, and how incredible his whole band sounds together, until you see this live. I specifically think that this song and "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" highlights this the most.
Just saw him last Wednesday, and this was the musical highlight for sure. Such stamina, they just killed it. The real deal, no bullshit tapes or loops...
Now, THIS is how you film a concert! Well done! And this latest Elton classic to be expanded in his unique prog rock style, his piano beautifully dueling with Davey's Les Paul is something that EVERYONE needs to experience. And again thanks, Jim Johnson for this wonderful gift. Made my day!
I'm SO sorry - I don't follow the comments and just now saw this! Thank you for the kind words, Carl! I like to give fans something they might not be able to see on their own or in person!
I went to a concert in 2019 and the tour guy came up to us and brought us frontage for free, he made that day (even though it would have been) the BEST day of my life, and the already LEGENDARY night 1000x better, we tried to stay to thank him but the security said we had to leave :(
These concerts are brilliant. He is a perfectionist and it shows. The band is tight. I’ve been to many, many rock concerts. His are the best. In spite of his many years, he doesn’t cut corners. He plays with as much zeal and perfectionism as he did when he started. Old school, really.
@@landonwilson9531 0:45. He slows down a little bit 1:35, a clunk ruclips.net/video/uCYVLVpiQJs/видео.html This video is also self explanatory ruclips.net/video/uKmPkLZgw9c/видео.html A lot of wrong notes Elton isn't a God fam
@@BenjiDarius Elton's great at improv, if he makes a mistake he can cover it up or pretend it never happened, mistakes are good because you know he's authentic, no backing track crap
Elton is such a great musician, he does harmonies with parts of the song now beyond his voice. No criticism, everyone's voice drops a few notes as they get older. Greatest pianist/musician/ songwriter of our generation. Love you Elton. Zxx
I just watched the most amazing concert of my life on Saturday at the SAP Center in San Jose. Ca. (Jan. 19, 2019). Elton was wonderful and I have never heard a better sound system. I’m so glad I didn’t miss this awesome Man and his performance. He is definitely a Legend! May his Music live forever!!!
I CANNOT listen to this with out closing my eyes and experiencing the song. It has always touched, and moreso after my son was killed at the age of 29.
@James Accardo•~☆I bawled my eyes out and gave all Praises and Glory to GOD watching this❣❌❌ Absolutely STUNNING, FIERCE, AND POWERFULLY BEAUTIFUL💖 💖💎💖💎💖💎💖💎💖💎💖💎💖 BRAVO SIR ELTON❣👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 MASTERPIECE🎶🎵🎹🎤🎶🎵🎶
Truly the one and only ENTERTAINER, lasted long than , Elvis,the Beatles, Micheal Jackson, Neil diamond, rod Stewart,gives more than Paul McCartney,who else is still going at this rate from the 70,s
I agree, the whole 'Madman' album was beautiful. This sounds a bit like a karaoke version. Too much like Liberace (with a hint of Vic Reeves club-style singer).
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I was there..he was and still us incredible..still listening Feb 6 2024
Just home from Elton’s concert in Edmonton on September 28, 2019. The extended version of “Levon” was easily the best song of a 23 song show w/2 more encore numbers. Great show overall. He started at *exactly* 8:00 pm & wrapped up at 10:40 pm. A true professional. No intermission. Just solid music.
One thing I gotta say about the movie “Rocket Man”. The scene where his new manager is telling him he needs a stage name because Reggie Dwight didn’t work so Elton says “Elton”. The manager asks for a last name & Elton (as portrayed in the movie) looks at John Lennon in a Beatles photo hung on the wall & says “John”. That’s bullshit!! It’s well documented throughout his career, he chose the surname “John” in deference to Long John Baldry. Poor John Baldry. Never once got the props he deserved.
anyone who says Elton is past it needs to watch this!
Being at his concert is absolutely mesmerizing. You cannot truly appreciate how incredible he is at piano, and how incredible his whole band sounds together, until you see this live. I specifically think that this song and "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding" highlights this the most.
Couldn't agree more! He needs to be seen live.
Incredible! If you can hear this and sit still, you need your pulse checked, you just might be dead. Nobody will ever top Elton John💥
Just saw him last Wednesday, and this was the musical highlight for sure. Such stamina, they just killed it. The real deal, no bullshit tapes or loops...
His hands are magical!!! What a amazing genius!!!!
Saw him last night in Anaheim. This Levon performance melted my brain. Sooooooooooo good!😭😭😭
This is what a classic song sounds like! Never be another Sir Elton!
Now, THIS is how you film a concert! Well done!
And this latest Elton classic to be expanded in his unique prog rock style, his piano beautifully dueling with Davey's Les Paul is something that EVERYONE needs to experience.
And again thanks, Jim Johnson for this wonderful gift. Made my day!
I'm SO sorry - I don't follow the comments and just now saw this! Thank you for the kind words, Carl! I like to give fans something they might not be able to see on their own or in person!
I went to a concert in 2019 and the tour guy came up to us and brought us frontage for free, he made that day (even though it would have been) the BEST day of my life, and the already LEGENDARY night 1000x better, we tried to stay to thank him but the security said we had to leave :(
Ebony and Ivory...
The King of the Keys!
Few have this Mastery.
Elton Rocks !!!
These concerts are brilliant. He is a perfectionist and it shows. The band is tight. I’ve been to many, many rock concerts. His are the best. In spite of his many years, he doesn’t cut corners. He plays with as much zeal and perfectionism as he did when he started. Old school, really.
Just saw this in Vancouver last night-the best song of the set. WOW! Thanks for the post.
In fifty years has he ever made a mistake on piano? Phenomenal!
Actually... quite a lot
@@BenjiDarius where.
@@landonwilson9531 0:45. He slows down a little bit
1:35, a clunk
ruclips.net/video/uCYVLVpiQJs/видео.html
This video is also self explanatory
ruclips.net/video/uKmPkLZgw9c/видео.html
A lot of wrong notes
Elton isn't a God fam
@@BenjiDarius Elton's great at improv, if he makes a mistake he can cover it up or pretend it never happened, mistakes are good because you know he's authentic, no backing track crap
@@gaminglegend you got that right. That's what makes him the king of piano
The standard by which greatness is achieved.
Elton is such a great musician, he does harmonies with parts of the song now beyond his voice. No criticism, everyone's voice drops a few notes as they get older. Greatest pianist/musician/ songwriter of our generation. Love you Elton. Zxx
I just watched the most amazing concert of my life on Saturday at the SAP Center in San Jose. Ca. (Jan. 19, 2019). Elton was wonderful and I have never heard a better sound system. I’m so glad I didn’t miss this awesome Man and his performance. He is definitely a Legend! May his Music live forever!!!
amazing cannot believe it xx will be in belgium next may this is brilliant
Saw them do this 3/12/19. I would/should like to say unbelievable, but it was completely believable. They all have mad skills !
THE STUDIO VERSION OF THIS SONG IS A MASTERPIECE , SOO ....
Elton at Perth concert last night. Sat 30 Nov 19 . What a show and a piano master.
One one pest performers in the World . Well done Elton
Love that day tripper riff in the guitar solo
Well filmed! Thanks a lot.
I get to see him in November so excited!!!
Going to see him Nov 1st myself and I'm so freaking excited too.
I CANNOT listen to this with out closing my eyes and experiencing the song. It has always touched, and moreso after my son was killed at the age of 29.
😢
DAMN ! I'M TEARING JUST WATCHING HIM ON MY COMPUTER !!!!!!!! THIS ISN'T GOING TO GO WELL
@James Accardo•~☆I bawled my eyes out and gave all Praises and Glory to GOD watching this❣❌❌
Absolutely STUNNING, FIERCE, AND POWERFULLY BEAUTIFUL💖
💖💎💖💎💖💎💖💎💖💎💖💎💖
BRAVO SIR ELTON❣👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
MASTERPIECE🎶🎵🎹🎤🎶🎵🎶
The ending of the concert was so sad
Saw him Friday Sept 13 2019 Chase Center SF CA melted my brain too! I didn’t get this one my phone was dying. So Good. 🚀
Elton John 💚💛
Espetacular!! 👏👏👏
Love this song so excited to see him in September
You caught him raising his eyebrow...Awesome job
Jim: Great job. Thank you!
Great video - thanks for sharing. p.s. Elton was just as fantastic in Melbourne Australia 11 December 2019
My favorite song performed LIVE.
Always AMAZING!
Truly the one and only ENTERTAINER, lasted long than , Elvis,the Beatles, Micheal Jackson, Neil diamond, rod Stewart,gives more than Paul McCartney,who else is still going at this rate from the 70,s
LUV the bassy sections
I soooooo want to see my hero 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Have seen twix in SLC, UT.
My dream is once more. Anywhere.
This rocks.....!
I love you Elton 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
Absolutely loved this one! Especially the “Levon slowly dies!” line. Is this in the same key?
Yeah, the only lowered songs in the set are someone saved my life tonight and goodbye yellow brick road
Highlight of the St.Louis 's Concert.
Eu ti amo Luzia -Rio de Janeiro
For Levon Helm, Sir EJ's idol 😁
Hate how corporate he has become - this was a beautiful song on the Madman album - this is horrible by comparison
I agree, the whole 'Madman' album was beautiful. This sounds a bit like a karaoke version. Too much like Liberace (with a hint of Vic Reeves club-style singer).