Elton John plots more shows around 'Fantastic' follow-up

Fresh off news that he'll soon issue a follow-up to 1975's "Captain Fantastic and the Dirt Brown Cowboy," piano man Elton John has penciled in more fall headlining concerts.

The latest additions to John's schedule are a September performance in Sacramento, CA, and an October show in Pittsburgh. Details are included below.

Also on the books is a Sept. 6 benefit concert in New York City, during which John and his band will debut songs from John's forthcoming album, "The Captain and The Kid." Proceeds from the show will benefit the Elton John AIDS foundation, according to John's website. More information about the event is posted at his site.

The night after the benefit show, John will perform at the third-annual Fashion Rocks concert at New York's Radio City Music Hall. Billed as a "fashion and music spectacular," the Sept. 7 show--which will air the following night on CBS-TV--will also feature performances from Christina Aguilera, Beyonce, Bon Jovi, The Black Eyed Peas, Daddy Yankee, Jamie Foxx, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Nelly Furtado, The Pussycat Dolls, Rihanna, Scissor Sisters and Kanye West, according to a press release.

In addition to performing at the Sept. 7 show, John is also billed as the event's curator.

"We are delighted to have Elton curating the show," Richard D. Beckman, president of Conde Nast Media Group and an executive producer of the evening's production, said in a statement. "He's always been an outrageous fashion icon and one of the greatest musical artists of all time. He's the epitome of what the show's all about."

On Sept. 19, John issues "The Captain and the Kid." Billed as a sequel to John's acclaimed 1975 set, "Captain Fantastic and the Dirt Brown Cowboy," the album features the forthcoming single "The Bridge," which will be available for download beginning Aug. 22 via Apple's iTunes Music Store. A complete track listing for the set, as well as the album cover-art, is posted at John's website.

John's upcoming plans also include a stretch of October engagements that are part of his ongoing residency in Las Vegas. Dubbed "The Red Piano," and created by John with photographer David LaChapelle to spotlight the songs of John and his longtime writing partner Bernie Taupin, the production takes place at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Last year, John signed an agreement that will keep the show running through 2008, according to Caesars.

[Note: The following tour dates have been provided by artist and/or tour sources, who verify its accuracy as of the publication time of this story. Changes may occur before tickets go on sale. Check with official artist websites, ticketing sources and venues for late updates.]
 tour dates and tickets
July 2006
26, 28-30 - Las Vegas, NV - The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

September 2006
6 - New York, NY - Frederick P. Rose Hall
7 - New York, NY - Radio City Music Hall (Fashion Rocks)
15 - Sacramento, CA - Arco Arena
16 - San Jose, CA - HP Pavilion
19 - West Valley City, CA - E Center
20 - Boise, ID - Taco Bell Arena
22, 23 - Seattle, WA - Key Arena
24 - Portland, OR - Rose Garden
27 - Vancouver, British Columbia - General Motors Place
29 - Calgary, Alberta - Pengrowth Saddledome
30 - Edmonton, Alberta - Rexall Place

October 2006
6 - Pittsburgh, PA - Mellon Arena
7 - Atlantic City, NJ - Boardwalk Hall
10, 11, 13-15 - Las Vegas, NV - The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
17, 18, 20-22 - Las Vegas, NV - The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

 tour dates and tickets
blog comments powered by Disqus

LiveDaily News Break, July 8: Bruce Springsteen, Scorpions, Ed Harcourt and more

Today's LiveDaily News Break podcast features news and tour information about Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, the Scorpions, Jim Brickman and... continued
Listen now:
 

LiveDaily Song of the Day: Birdmonster - "Born To Be Your Man"

Tuesday's Song of the Day is by Birdmonster. The featured cut is "Born To Be Your Man," which appears on... continued
Listen now:

Send us your comments, suggestions and news tips