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Elton John at 75
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Elton John at 75
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A unique and beautifully produced celebration of the iconic and beloved rock star,
Elton at 75
features a slipcased hardcover with a gatefold timeline, gatefold artwork, frameable pull-out gig poster, and a pull-out photo print!
Few rock artists continue to gather more and more adulation with age. Sir Elton Hercules John is an exception who proves the rule. In
Elton John at 75
, veteran rock journalist Gillian Gaar presents a unique and beautifully produced celebration of the iconic and beloved rock star, examining Sir Elton through the lens of
75 career accomplishments and life events
.
Key studio albums
are featured, of course, as are a curated selection of his
earworm singles
. But Gaar delves deeper to reveal the events that helped chart the course of Elton’s career:
Key performances
such as his breakthrough performance at LA’s Troubadour, and the historic Soviet Union and Dodger Stadium concerts
Legendary collaborations
with the likes of George Michael, Billy Joel, and Kate Bush
His many
film and television
roles, including
Tommy
and
The Muppet Show
Tireless work on behalf of
AIDS research
Notable awards and honors
, including knighthood
And of course his collaboration with longtime cowriter
Bernie Taupin
Beginning with his 1969 debut LP, Elton John is regarded as one of the
most influential musicians and performers of the previous five decades
. In examining 75 touchstones, Gaar provides a unique presentation of Elton’s career arc, from his first steps as a solo artist to the breakthrough album
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
to his flamboyant stage presence,
and beyond
. Every page is illustrated with
stunning concert and candid offstage photography
, including gig posters, 7-inch picture sleeves, and more. This incredible package also includes a gatefold Elton John timeline, a previously unpublished gatefold artwork, an 8×10-inch glossy print, and a pullout poster. The result is
a stunning tribute
to one of the most admired stars in rock—in a milestone year.
Elton at 75
features a slipcased hardcover with a gatefold timeline, gatefold artwork, frameable pull-out gig poster, and a pull-out photo print!
Few rock artists continue to gather more and more adulation with age. Sir Elton Hercules John is an exception who proves the rule. In
Elton John at 75
, veteran rock journalist Gillian Gaar presents a unique and beautifully produced celebration of the iconic and beloved rock star, examining Sir Elton through the lens of
75 career accomplishments and life events
.
Key studio albums
are featured, of course, as are a curated selection of his
earworm singles
. But Gaar delves deeper to reveal the events that helped chart the course of Elton’s career:
Key performances
such as his breakthrough performance at LA’s Troubadour, and the historic Soviet Union and Dodger Stadium concerts
Legendary collaborations
with the likes of George Michael, Billy Joel, and Kate Bush
His many
film and television
roles, including
Tommy
and
The Muppet Show
Tireless work on behalf of
AIDS research
Notable awards and honors
, including knighthood
And of course his collaboration with longtime cowriter
Bernie Taupin
Beginning with his 1969 debut LP, Elton John is regarded as one of the
most influential musicians and performers of the previous five decades
. In examining 75 touchstones, Gaar provides a unique presentation of Elton’s career arc, from his first steps as a solo artist to the breakthrough album
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
to his flamboyant stage presence,
and beyond
. Every page is illustrated with
stunning concert and candid offstage photography
, including gig posters, 7-inch picture sleeves, and more. This incredible package also includes a gatefold Elton John timeline, a previously unpublished gatefold artwork, an 8×10-inch glossy print, and a pullout poster. The result is
a stunning tribute
to one of the most admired stars in rock—in a milestone year.