ELTON JOHN KICKING OFF 2008 in SA
We can’t believe it’s taken him so long, but for all the fans who’ve been waiting all these years, ELTON JOHN will be here live and direct in January. How scary that we’re already planning for January *ahhh* – moving on, we cut to the chase and his website.
For the first time, Elton and the band are to tour in South Africa. They will play three concerts there in January 2008, and the dates are:
Sunday January 13th – Cape Town (venue TBC)
Wednesday January 16th – ABSA Stadium Durban
Friday January 18th – The Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg
From Big Concerts (keep it up guys!):
BIG Concerts, 94.7 Highveld Stereo, 94.5 Kfm and East Coast Radio are delighted to announce that legendary singer, songwriter and entertainer, Elton John, has confirmed dates for his first South African tour. The critically acclaimed superstar will be kicking off on the 13th of January 2008 in Cape Town, before he and his band move on to Durban’s ABSA Stadium on the 16th and finally Johannesburg’s Coca-Cola Dome on the 18th.
“Elton John is timeless, and core artist for both 94.7 and 94.5. He has topped our charts over the years with a string of No.1 hits, and we are proud to be associated with his upcoming SA tour” commented Dex de Bruin, Marketing Manager for the Primedia Broadcasting Group.
Naveen Singh, East Coast Radio’s Programming Manager, added “Elton John is a much-loved artist and we are excited to present a star of such magnitude the first time on the East Coast.”.
A legend in his lifetime, a great humanitarian, a multiple Grammy winner, a flamboyant superstar and a hero of our times, Sir Elton John is the most enduringly successful singer/songwriter of his generation. His current shows, including a run at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, have already grossed over $60 million in ticket sales, and have received rave reviews. The show reflects his peerless musicianship, and audiences are treated to his phenomenal back catalogue of hits such as “Rocket Man”, “Candle In The Wind”, “Your Song”, “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me”, “Crocodile Rock”, “The Bitch is Back “, “I’m Still Standing”, “Saturday Night”, “Bennie & The Jets” and “Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word”
Celebrating over 40 years of touring, Elton’s musical life is marked by a startling resilience, openness and refusal to let his talent simmer. Don’t miss the chance to see Elton John and his band, LIVE in SA! Tickets go on sale Monday 23rd July 2007, at 9am.
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TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets are priced from R200.00 (excluding booking fees), and are available from Computicket on 083 915 8000, http://www.computicket.com/ and all outlets countrywide.
TOUR ITINERARY
Sunday 13th January – Cape Town (venue TBC)
Wednesday 16th January – ABSA Stadium Durban
Friday 18th January – The Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg
For more information on upcoming concerts, check out: http://www.bigconcerts.co.za/
