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Spinal Tap The End Continues

Paul McCartney Joins Spinal Tap for ‘Cups and Cakes’ in Spinal Tap II: The End Continues

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Forty-one years after This Is Spinal Tap first hit theatres, the loudest band in rock history is back – and they’ve convinced Paul McCartney to join the chaos. The sequel, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, lands in cinemas worldwide on September 12, 2025, along with a brand-new album of the same name.

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Elton John Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy

Elton John Premieres 2005 Live Video Of ‘Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy’

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Elton John has premiered a live video performance of his landmark title track ‘Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy’ ahead of the upcoming 50th Anniversary Edition of the album.

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Pink photo by Ros O'Gorman, Noise11, Photo

On This Day in Music History – September 8

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September 8 has been a day of major turning points in music history, marking milestones for artists who changed the sound of popular culture. On this day, Elvis Presley made chart history in the UK, Pink Floyd released one of their most influential albums, and Metallica cemented their dominance of modern rock. It is also the birthday of Patsy Cline, Peter Sellers, and Aimee Mann, each leaving a unique legacy in their respective fields. While the world celebrates the births of legends, this date also marks the tragic loss of Avicii, one of electronic music’s brightest stars. September 8 is a reminder of both the highs and lows of the music world, etched across generations.

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Nirvana Smells Like Teen Spirit

On This Day in Music History – September 7

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September 7 has witnessed landmark music moments, from chart-topping singles to the loss of a modern rap icon. On this date, The Beatles continued their record-breaking chart streaks, Elton John scored worldwide acclaim, and Nirvana released a track that helped define a generation. The day also marks the birthdays of Buddy Holly and Chrissie Hynde, two artists whose influence still echoes through rock and roll. At the same time, the world remembers the passing of Mac Miller, whose career bridged hip-hop and introspective songwriting for a new generation. September 7 remains a date filled with both celebration and reflection in music history.

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Elton John Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy

Elton John’s ‘Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy’ Gets 50th Anniversary Reissue

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Half a century after it first conquered charts around the world, Elton John’s landmark 1975 album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy is being celebrated with a special 50th Anniversary Edition, due October 24th.

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Roger Waters talking at an event for Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) at the Atheneum Theatre Melbourne on Friday 9 February 2018. Photo Ros O'Gorman

Bitter and Twisted Roger Waters Gets Even More Twisted Over Ozzy Osbourne

by Paul Cashmere

Jack Osbourne, son of Black Sabbath legend the late Ozzy Osbourne, had this to say to former Pink Floyd member Roger Waters. “F*ck You”.

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Spinal Tap The End Continues

Spinal Tap The End Continues Soundtrack Cover Pays Homage To The Crosby Stills & Nash Debut With The Same Photographer Henry Diltz

by Paul Cashmere

The album cover for the upcoming ‘Spinal Tap: The End Continues’ is a homage to the ‘Crosby, Still & Nash’ album cover, the 1969 debut album from Crosby Stills & Nash and they even used the same photographer Henry Diltz.

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Spinal Tap Premiere ‘Stonehenge’ Scene With Elton John

by Paul Cashmere

Spinal Tap have premiered a scene from the upcoming ‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues’ movie featuring Sir Elton John in their performance of ‘Stonehenge’.

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Spinal Tap II The End Continues

‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues’ Trailer With Paul McCartney and Elton John Premieres

by Paul Cashmere

‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues’ has a brand new trailer with Paul McCartney and Elton John both making cameo appearances.

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Elton John Live At The Rainbow

Elton John 1977 Live From the Rainbow Theatre To Be Released

by Paul Cashmere

Elton John is about to release ‘Live From The Rainbow Theatre’ with 1977 live performances of the first of 233 shows he was about to do with percussionist Ray Cooper, but it is disappointing the full concert is not being released.

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Elton John at A Day On The Green at Rochford Winery on Sunday 1 October 2017. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John Slams UK Government AI Policy

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Elton John has slammed Britain’s Labour government for its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and copyright law.

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Madonna performs at Rod Laver Arena on Saturday 12 March 2016. This is the first show of the Australian leg of her world wide Rebel Heart Tour.

Madonna and Elton John “Bury The Hatchet”

by Paul Cashmere

Madonna and Elton John have ended their long and bitter feud. Madonna initiated the peace talks when she confronted Elton at Saturday Night Live on the weekend.

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Elton John at A Day On The Green at Rochford Winery on Sunday 1 October 2017. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John Shares Update on his Eyes

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Elton John has spoken of his distress at losing his eyesight and how he can no longer watch his young sons playing sports.

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Spinal Tap II The End Continues

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues Teaser Premieres

by Paul Cashmere

A teaser for the long overdue Spinal Tap sequel ‘Spinal Tap II : The End Continues’ has premiered.

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Elton John and Brandi Carlile photo credit Peggy Sirota

Elton John and Brandi Carlile Premiere New Song Swing For The Fences

by Paul Cashmere

Elton John and Brandi Carlile have released another preview of the album ‘Who Believes In Angels’. Check out ‘Swing for the Fences’.

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Elton John and Brandi Carlile at The London Palladium 2025

Elton John and Brandi Carlile To Perform One Off Show At London Palladium

by Paul Cashmere

Elton John and Brandi Carlile will perform together at the London Palladium in March.

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Elton John Who Believes In Angels

Elton John and Brandi Carlile Have Made An Album Together

by Paul Cashmere

Elton John and Brandi Carlile have collaborated for a new album ‘Who Believes In Angels’. The album was produced by Andrew Watt (Rolling Stones/Ozzy Osbourne) and features the lyrics of Bernie Taupin but the whole thing almost never happened.

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Elton John at A Day On The Green at Rochford Winery on Sunday 1 October 2017. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John Releases An All-New ‘Step Into Christmas’ Video Starring Cara Delevingne

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Elton John has unveiled a brand new video for his Triple Platinum-certified Christmas classic, “Step Into Christmas,”The new video reimagines what it was like behind the scenes for the now iconic original 1973 visual, starring British actress and model Cara Delevingne as Elton.

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Elton John at A Day On The Green at Rochford Winery on Sunday 1 October 2017. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John Reveals He Has Lost His Sight

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Elton John has revealed that he is unable to see. Speaking at a gala performance of his new musical The Devil Wears Prada, for which he wrote the lyrics, he explained he couldn’t watch the show due to ongoing problems with his eyesight.

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Elton John by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John Updates His Vision Problems

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Elton John has given an update on his vision problems. Elton has revealed that he can no longer see out of his right eye after suffering an eye infection this summer.

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Elton John by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John’s Broadway Musical Axed After One Week

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Elton John’s Broadway musical has been axed, less than one week after its launch.

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Elton John and Brandi Carlisle Never Too Late

Elton John and Brandi Carlisle Premiere Never Too Late

by Paul Cashmere

Elton John and Brandi Carlisle have a brand new song ‘Never Too Late’.

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Elton John by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John Has Finished Work On His 32nd Album

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Sir Elton John has finished work on his 32nd studio album.

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Elton John by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John Has Limited Sight Left After Infection

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Elton John has revealed he was left with limited sight after battling a severe eye infection.

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Elton John at Mt Duneed Winery 7 Dec 2019 photo by Jackson

Elton John Doco To Air At The Toronto Film Festival

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Elton John will debut his new documentary at the Toronto Film Festival in September.

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Elton John at A Day On The Green at Rochford Winery on Sunday 1 October 2017. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

Elton John Has A New Album Set For Release

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Sir Elton John’s new album is just a few weeks away from being released.

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James Hetfield of Metallica at Powertrip photo by Richard Gilkerson

Metallica Perform Elton John’s Funeral For A Friend/Loves Lies Bleeding’ At Gershwin Prize Night

by Paul Cashmere

Sir Elton John and Bernie Taupin are the recipients of the Gershwin Prize for 2024 and Metallica came out literally to sing their praises.

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Elton John at A Day On The Green at Rochford Winery on Sunday 1 October 2017. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

Joni Mitchell Performs Elton John’s ‘I’m Still Standing’

by Paul Cashmere

Music legend Joni Mitchell has performed Elton John’s ‘I’m Still Standing’ for Elton at his Gerswhin Prize award night.

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Tim Campbell, Anthony Callea and John Foreman

Anthony Callea and Tim Campbell Team With John Foreman For The Songs of Elton John and George Michael

by Paul Cashmere

With Elton John now retired from touring and George Michael no longer with us, Anthony Callea and Tim Campbell will perform the songs of Elton and George backed by John Foreman and the Australian Pops Orchestra.

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Elton John at Mt Duneed Winery 7 Dec 2019 photo by Jackson

David Furish Gives Update On Health of Elton John

by Paul Cashmere

David Furnish has said Sir Elton John is due for knee surgery within weeks.

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