The Best of Parkinson

Guests in the first show of the series are Sir Elton John, Bernie Taupin, Matt Lucas and David Walliams. Sir Elton also performs on the piano as well as talking to Michael Parkinson.
American Songwriter

4 Standout Elton John Singles From the 80s That Are Overlooked

Elton John enjoyed continued success in the 80s after dominating the 70s. These four unheralded 80s singles from John deserve ...

Diane Warren, Lady Gaga, Sting, Elton John & More Songwriters Who Landed Oscar Nods for Songs From Documentaries: Full List

Diane Warren made Oscar history last week, becoming the first songwriter to land nine consecutive nominations for best ...
American Songwriter

50 Years Ago, a No. 1 Hit Song About Writing Songs Was Recorded by a Famous Pop Star (and He Didn’t Write It)

Over 50 years ago this month, on January 17, 1976, a song about writing songs recorded by a famous pop star who didn’t write ...
News Tribune

Swift, Loggins, members of Kiss, more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Taylor Swift, Kiss' Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Alanis Morissette and Kenny Loggins make up the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees.

Elton John’s Bromance with Beatles Legend Inspired Soft-Rock Hit

Elton John has often cited The Beatles as a major influence on his career. The Beatles, widely considered one of the most transformative bands in music history, inspired countless artists, including ...
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Turning his toddler daughter's stories into hauntingly beautiful songs

This may be the best music/lyrics songwriting team since Elton John/Bernie Taupin. Stephen Spencer is a music theory ...

Elton John Confirms the Tragic Passing of This Beatles Member Inspired One of His Most Well-Known Songs

Elton John’s bromance with John Lennon left a lasting mark on his soft rock sound, inspiring a song that still resonates ...