Elton John: Captain Fantastic on the Yellow Brick Road

**A beautifully produced celebration of the iconic and beloved rock star, *Elton John* features live onstage and candid offstage photography, an entertaining history, and gatefold timeline.** Few rock artists continue to gather more and more adulation with age than Sir Elton Hercules John. In this re-release of *Elton John at 75* (2022), veteran rock journalist Gillian Gaar provides a unique examination of Elton's life and career through the lens of **75 career accomplishments and life events**-from his first steps as a solo artist to the breakthrough album *Goodbye Yellow Brick Road* to his flamboyant stage presence, and beyond. 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 Dua LIpa, 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 Every page is illustrated with **stunning photography**, including **gig posters**, **7-inch picture sleeves**, and more. This incredible package also includes a **gatefold Elton John timeline**. The result is a fitting tribute to one of the most admired stars in rock.