Abu Dhabi: Elton John will be performing in the open air theatre at the Western Wing of the Emirates Palace on January 22, 2008.
This is the very first time Elton John will be performing in the UAE, and it will be a great opportunity for his fans to see him perform live.
In his four-decade career, Elton has been one of the dominant forces in rock and popular music, especially during the 1970s. He has sold more than 250 million albums plus over one hundred million singles, making him one of the most successful artists of all time.
He has more than 50 Top 40 hits including seven consecutive #1 US albums, 59 Top 40 singles, 16 Top 10, 4 #2 hits, and nine #1 hits. His success has had a profound impact on popular music and has contributed to the continued popularity of the piano in rock and roll.
In 2004, Rolling Stone Magazine ranked Elton John #49 on their list of The Immortals: 100 Greatest Artists of All Time
