What a Legend, this guy. Still going strong after more than 50 years in Show Business !! I remember enjoying his early records when I was about eleven, some 45 years ago. ;-) ;-)
@@ksgoalhorns57 Im sure if you were pooping your pants Simon and had to wear nappies on stage, you wouldn't want to be in 'full tour mode' anymore either. Incontinence is serious and Elton has reached the age where he needs to take time out for himself, as the schedule does not allow for his health issues. Pooping on stage into a nappy is very unpleasant.
My sister and I seen him last night , phenomenal, live , outstanding, brilliant, true blessing, still can't believe how surpeb he is live , talented beyond belief, thank you sir Elton John for bringing your magic to Newcastle, we love you, never forget , what a beautiful night you give us all, safe journey home love and light from Newcastle Australia 🇦🇺 ❤ 💙 ♥ 💖 💜
@@Photoman64 Elton brought Ray back for the FYBR tour for old time’s sake and to add another layer in terms of texture both musically and visually- Ray plays parts that John Mahon doesn’t, eg tubular bells, roto toms, gongs etc. John’s rig includes digital percussion also whereas Ray’s is acoustic. The perc parts are split between them and Nigel concentrates on kit.
@@ianhewitson2738 partially right; Davey is the MD for the band; however he’s openly said that EJ will sometimes shake arrangements up on the fly so is always primed to follow EJ, with the band following him. I think this particular example was just a simple case of Elton simply coming in a bar early by mistake.
He sounds fantastic! Better than he has in 10-15 years. His pitch is just a notch higher. I’m a huge fan, have seen him at least 8x over 30 years! Also sounded this fine in Boston last July. ❤️❤️
Elton is in top form. His Toronto dates this September were incredibly memorable. What a joy to watch a band really living in the music and playing together so well.
Time to take Billy Joel's advice Elton. Bloody hell - he can hardly step up to the piano. Elton you've been an absolute legend but it's definitely time, mate. Thanks for the great songs and the amazing concert memories.
@@chenlung1 I am a massive Elton fan - but he should've quit years ago. He's become an embarrassing parody of himself. He keeps stretching this so-called "final tour" out longer and longer - I think he actually DOESN'T want to go home with the kids ... It's becoming a little tragic. The songs have been dropped a number of semi-tones, his voice is gone, he's still playing piano superbly - maybe he should just tour with guest artists singing his songs. The songs are superlative - but the concerts are now propped up with theatricks (deliberately misspelt). He can hardly walk. The Elton John I want to remember was the one doing handstands on the keyboards. Not this doddery old pretender. And please - someone crack open a Budweiser for that 'thing' on his head. Elton - go home!
@@helbenshcfam9064 LOL - i do ok. Just don't have the British Gay Mafia to fund Paul Buckmaster to do all my arrangements - but I do ok. And unlike Elton, I use a lot more than a suspended fourth all the time. Hey - I literally love Elton's music - but his time has come.
@@Fuzcapp only 2 songs have had their keys dropped someone saved my life tonight and gybr the rest are original key. i think you should be more jolly and open minded. plus the tour's over now what do you have to say about that?
That was a horrible out of key disaster, his voice is gone but he can still milk those ancient songs as they were so good.Even the tempo is off here...
folks he is getting old, his voice is shrinking, let's not fool ourselves.....but I do remember better days in my teens and later years.....I have original album still of this song. Wanna buy it?
The first time I saw Elton John he was playing opening act for Leon Russell! I paid to see Leon Russell, Elton was a surprise. This was before his flamboyant days or hit albums.
Elton John and Bernie Taupin collaborate on the sings. Bernie writes the lyrics and Elton puts it to music. Elton probably has written some but mainly it is Bernie.
Grandma can play the piano so good, I hope it don't ware her out though. She's been such a great performer over the years! Glad to see she's gonna take it easy now, maybe do a little knitting, maybe get her hair done. Thanks for everything ma'am.
As the crow flies, 2.4K from the Stadium to my place, in the house you could hear it clearly, stand outside and you could make out the chat between songs. Bloody loud. Saved us heaps in ticket money.
I saw his "farewell tour" in 1984, amazing that he's still on it!🤔
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Great to see him that happy!
What a Legend, this guy. Still going strong after more than 50 years in Show Business !! I remember enjoying his early records when I was about eleven, some 45 years ago. ;-) ;-)
Did Elton write any of the lyrics to his songs?
It's amazing! We love him! Let's hope he's still going strong in another 50 years! #loveelton
Sadly this is his farewell tour while he might to some special things sometimes he won’t be in full tour mode anymore
@@ksgoalhorns57 Im sure if you were pooping your pants Simon and had to wear nappies on stage, you wouldn't want to be in 'full tour mode' anymore either. Incontinence is serious and Elton has reached the age where he needs to take time out for himself, as the schedule does not allow for his health issues. Pooping on stage into a nappy is very unpleasant.
No, that was just a horrible out of key off tempo disaster and his voice has been toast for at least 20 years.
Great concert tonight in Newcastle!!!
Did not no there was a Newcastle in the USA
@@Granto-ni9qw I don't know, is there?
@@Granto-ni9qw it is Newcastle in Australia.
Band sounds fantastic but Elton sounds like my grandpa.
Damn! how good is this guy!
Amazing
Can’t Wait Elton! My daughter Sarah and I shall see you at your concert in our garden city of Christchurch Tonite! 💃🎶🎤🎹🥁🎸💖
My sister and I seen him last night , phenomenal, live , outstanding, brilliant, true blessing, still can't believe how surpeb he is live , talented beyond belief, thank you sir Elton John for bringing your magic to Newcastle, we love you, never forget , what a beautiful night you give us all, safe journey home love and light from Newcastle Australia 🇦🇺 ❤ 💙 ♥ 💖 💜
me to its great to see what it was up close still cant believe he came to newcastle 5 stars
the shuttle busses after were terible
SAW him.
I have spent 52 years enjoying Elton.
Couldn't believe he was playing Newcastle in January, until I checked the comments. It's very cold in the original Newcastle at the moment.
😂 I thought the same
Ha ha yes it was a brilliant night with perfect weather here in Newcastle Australia
Thought the poster got the date wrong. Then the penny dropped.
Isn't he just FANTASTIC!!!!
Freddie: he is wonderful darling
Top form? Maybe in 1973? Today hes just a bloated low octave night club cover boy. I wouldnt pay 5 dollars to see this shit. Horrible.
He kept the band on their toes at the start, coming in a bar earlier than usual… shows how switched on they are :)
Good catch !
Since you know stuff like that any idea why there is a 3rd percussionist? Seems like Nigel and Ray have it covered!
@@Photoman64 Elton brought Ray back for the FYBR tour for old time’s sake and to add another layer in terms of texture both musically and visually- Ray plays parts that John Mahon doesn’t, eg tubular bells, roto toms, gongs etc. John’s rig includes digital percussion also whereas Ray’s is acoustic. The perc parts are split between them and Nigel concentrates on kit.
Guitar player Davey Johnson is the band leader and musical director. Elton looks to him for his cues.
@@ianhewitson2738 partially right; Davey is the MD for the band; however he’s openly said that EJ will sometimes shake arrangements up on the fly so is always primed to follow EJ, with the band following him. I think this particular example was just a simple case of Elton simply coming in a bar early by mistake.
Amazing !
This retirement tour has lasted over a decade
He's got a lot of the world to get around!
He sounds fantastic! Better than he has in 10-15 years. His pitch is just a notch higher. I’m a huge fan, have seen him at least 8x over 30 years! Also sounded this fine in Boston last July.
❤️❤️
Meh. He’s sounded like crap since the mid 80s. All the songs are in the wrong key and he’s using his baritone voice.
Elton is in top form. His Toronto dates this September were incredibly memorable. What a joy to watch a band really living in the music and playing together so well.
I was there
Hes amazing
Cannot wait for Melb and Bris! LOVE YOU EJ
Great ....but diet cokes from now on
Yeah' i liked this man show. Elton John its very good musiic Man. 👌💓🍃🌹🍃🌹🍃〰️〰️🔉👍😄🌏Woow.
Only thing that annoys me about this is those speakers at the front they must obscure the view of the stage if you sat directly in front of one.
He can barely walk
I thought he retired
Bit more of him these days but by golly the man's still got it. Fabulous.
Yes, he's achieved so much and at his age it is amazing how well he can still perform!
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Is this the Australian Newcastle? Surely you wouldn't play a midwinter outdoor concert in the north of England.
I like how this show starts in daylight. A lot of performers balk at the grand entrance without stage lights. Not Elton.
Adds to the excitement, having the lights come on and seeing the crowd before and at start of the show.
@@geh8553 Yes. I've done a lot of daylight shows.
Imagine him playing a Steinway, that Yamaha sounds like it was going to collapse! Bravo sir Elton ! 😎✌️🫡🫡🫡🇺🇸
How long this farewell tour going on for must have been going on 20 years lol 😂
Time to take Billy Joel's advice Elton. Bloody hell - he can hardly step up to the piano. Elton you've been an absolute legend but it's definitely time, mate. Thanks for the great songs and the amazing concert memories.
It is at the end of his last world tour, so that comment wasn’t necessary.
@@chenlung1 I am a massive Elton fan - but he should've quit years ago. He's become an embarrassing parody of himself. He keeps stretching this so-called "final tour" out longer and longer - I think he actually DOESN'T want to go home with the kids ... It's becoming a little tragic. The songs have been dropped a number of semi-tones, his voice is gone, he's still playing piano superbly - maybe he should just tour with guest artists singing his songs. The songs are superlative - but the concerts are now propped up with theatricks (deliberately misspelt). He can hardly walk. The Elton John I want to remember was the one doing handstands on the keyboards. Not this doddery old pretender. And please - someone crack open a Budweiser for that 'thing' on his head. Elton - go home!
let's hear your music then. see whether you measure up, eh!
@@helbenshcfam9064 LOL - i do ok. Just don't have the British Gay Mafia to fund Paul Buckmaster to do all my arrangements - but I do ok. And unlike Elton, I use a lot more than a suspended fourth all the time. Hey - I literally love Elton's music - but his time has come.
@@Fuzcapp only 2 songs have had their keys dropped someone saved my life tonight and gybr the rest are original key. i think you should be more jolly and open minded. plus the tour's over now what do you have to say about that?
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Excellent from Jonathan Jones
That was a horrible out of key disaster, his voice is gone but he can still milk those ancient songs as they were so good.Even the tempo is off here...
folks he is getting old, his voice is shrinking, let's not fool ourselves.....but I do remember better days in my teens and later years.....I have original album still of this song. Wanna buy it?
Can’t Wait Elton! My daughter Sarah and I shall see you at your concert in our garden city of Christchurch Tonite! 💃🎶🎤🎹🥁🎸💖
The first time I saw Elton John he was playing opening act for Leon Russell! I paid to see Leon Russell, Elton was a surprise. This was before his flamboyant days or hit albums.
He's come a long, long way down that Yellow Brick Road...
Great seats you had, how did you get them? Cost a bloody fortune lol - great video, thank you!
Hasn't he finished his fourteenth farewell tour yet?
The Shooting Stars Club Singer Round
Love him!
Who was the artist warming up the crowd before Elton?
Whoever designed that stage wants shooting
Still going it’s amazing 🤩 he’s the dude man!
There will never be another Elton
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Loves the attention until someone asks for an autograph 😊
My sister and I got to see him Nov 19th at dodgers stadium and he was phenomenal!!
Did Elton write any of the lyrics to his songs?
Elton John and Bernie Taupin collaborate on the sings. Bernie writes the lyrics and Elton puts it to music. Elton probably has written some but mainly it is Bernie.
Australia, yeah.. 😷💉 🤡
Grandma can play the piano so good, I hope it don't ware her out though. She's been such a great performer over the years! Glad to see she's gonna take it easy now, maybe do a little knitting, maybe get her hair done. Thanks for everything ma'am.
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As the crow flies, 2.4K from the Stadium to my place, in the house you could hear it clearly, stand outside and you could make out the chat between songs. Bloody loud. Saved us heaps in ticket money.