Elton John To Host Annual Celebrity Charity Ball Next Week

Peter Andre pips Elton John to win Celeb Dad of the Year award

 

ANI | Jun 17, 2011, 12.13pm IST
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Peter Andre has been named the celebrity father of the year for the second time in a row at the Premier Inn award in Kensington.

Andre, ex-husband of model Katie Price a.k.a Jordan, has top the list, beating Sir Elton John and his partner David Furnish, the first gay parents who were short-listed for the award.

"This means a huge amount to me because being a dad is my most important role. It's a tremendous feeling" the Daily Express quoted the 38-year-old father as saying.

Andre is father to Junior, 6, and Princess, 4, from his marriage to Jordan and stepfather to her son Harvey, 9.

The award was presented to honour a star for "balancing a hectic public life with the demands of parenting".

Elton John To Host Annual Celebrity Charity Ball Next Week

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June 17, 2011

Sir Elton John will once again host his annual White Tie and Tiara Ball at his home in the UK next week to benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Thirty years ago this month, a mysterious new illness that seemed to attack the body’s immune system was first diagnosed in the United States. Buoyed by denial, stigma and lack of understanding, HIV spread across the world infecting 60 million people and taking the lives of 30million.
Through the efforts of dedicated campaigners and health professionals, the epidemic has begun to turn a corner. For the first time ever, the latest UNAIDS Global Report has shown that the spread of HIV has been halted and is beginning to be reversed. New infections have fallen by almost 20% in the last 10 years and between 2003 and 2009 there was a 13-fold increase in treatment coverage.
Coming at a most poignant time in the HIV story, this years’ White Tie and Tiara Ball will provide a opportunity to reflect on the incredible progress made in fighting the epidemic, and also to look to the future – a future free of HIV.
Always promising to be a special evening for guests and playing host to a wealth of celebrities, the White Tie and Tiara Ball is now in its thirteenth amazing year. Hosted by Sir Elton John and David Furnish at their country estate in Old Windsor, England, the ball has raised more than £40m since its inception. This has allowed the Foundation to reach millions of people infected or affected by HIV.
A highlight of the year’s social calendar, the ball always attracts a wealth of celebrities. In previous years, guests have included Diana Ross, Sharon Stone, Michael Douglas & Catherine Zeta Jones, Dionne Warwick, Burt Bacharach, Sean Connery, Guy Richie, Joss Stone, P. Diddy, Boris Becker, Joan Collins, Joan Rivers, Kevin Spacey, Kate Winslet, Elizabeth Hurley & Hugh Grant, Victoria & David Beckham, Elle Macpherson, Mick Jagger & Jerry Hall, Kylie Minogue, Pierce Brosnan, Anastacia, Spice Girls, Roger Federer, Dawn French & Lenny Henry, Ronan Keating, George Michael, Trudie Styler, Sir Tim Rice, Jasper Conran, Jane Seymour, Sir Bob Geldof, Sophie Dahl, Diana Krall, Lulu, Sir David Frost, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Daldry, Nigella Lawson, Richard E. Grant and the list goes on!

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Elton John é um dos artistas mais bem pagos do mundo

Economia

Forbes: e os músicos mais bem pagos são...

 

http://www.agenciafinanceira.iol.pt/economia/forbes-u2-musica-bon-jovi-lady-gaga-agencia-financeira/1260818-1730.html

Ganharam 195 milhões de dólares no último ano, muito devido à sua digressão, considerada já a mais lucrativa de sempre

Músicos existem muitos, mas nem todos têm o mesmo preço. Depois de 70 concertos e um álbum dos melhores sucessos, os Bon Jovi ganharam 125 milhões de dólares (cerca de 88,3 milhões de euros) nos últimos 12 meses. Mas, mesmo assim, ficaram «apenas» no segundo lugar da lista das bandas mais lucrativas do mundo da revista Forbes.

Em destacado primeiro lugar estão... os U2. Os irlandeses levaram para casa 195 milhões de dólares (137,7 milhões de euros), muito à conta da digressão internacional que está a decorrer. Em dois anos, esta digressão, considerada já a mais lucrativa de sempre, superando os míticos Rolling Stones com A Bigger Band Tour, rendeu a Bono e companhia 700 milhões de dólares.

Com a medalha de bronze ficou Elton John, ao arrecadar 100 milhões de dólares (70,7 milhões de euros) no último ano.

A primeira mulher da lista aparece em quatro lugar: Lady Gaga, com um lucro de 90 milhões de dólares (63,6 milhões de euros). Michael Bublé segue-lhe as pisadas com um ganho anual de 70 milhões (49,4 milhões de euros).

No top 10 está ainda Justin Bieber (53 milhões de dólares), enquanto que a fechar a lista, no 25º lugar, surge Rihanna, que ganhou 29 milhões.

Tributo a Elton John

http://funtastico.otempo.com.br/2011/06/rocket-man-tributo-a-elton-john/

Show revive sucessos

Sandra Leão, Estudante de Jornalismo
FUNtástico!

Quinta-feira, 16 de Junho de 2011

Musical é o único licenciado pela editora e gravadora de Elton John

Rogério Martins em sua performance

Elton John é uma referência da música internacional. Há mais de quatro décadas, ele está em evidência e encanta o mundo com seus hits e mais de 200 milhões de álbuns vendidos. Esse gigante da música merece uma homenagem a altura. Com anos de bagagem em arranjos e produções musicais, o maestro Rogério Martins apresenta o espetáculo “Rocket Man”, considerado o maior tributo ao artista britânico. O musical é o único licenciado pela editora e gravadora de Elton John, com autorização para gravar e comercializar a obra do músico. Os mineiros poderão conferir esse show, no dia 22 de julho (sexta-feira), às 22h30, no Chevrolet Hall.

Dos mesmos produtores de “All You Need Is Love e Orquestra” – o maior espetáculo beatle do mundo, “Rocket Man” – é uma reverência à turnê de 2007 de Elton John. Acompanhado de uma orquestra impecável e com uma voz semelhante a do músico britânico, Rogério Martins leva o ídolo para o palco com imensa perfeição. Arranjos, instrumentos, projeções, figurinos riquíssimos, trejeitos, falas originais e a famosa sobrancelha levantada de um lado estão presentes no show. Até o sapato usado por Rogério é especial. O calçado foi feito na medida certa para que o maestro fique com a mesma estatura de Elton John. Os figurinos foram feitos fora do Brasil, por costureiros especializados em grandes espetáculos realizados em Las Vegas. Performance que faz o público sentir-se diante do verdadeiro ídolo. “É uma grande produção, que exige um imenso trabalho de pesquisa. Para chegar o mais próximo possível da perfeição, foram estudados os gestos, a forma de se portar no palco, de falar, o tom de voz e outros trejeitos de Elton John”, diz Rogério Martins.

“O Brasil não tinha um espetáculo, nessas proporções, em homenagem a Elton John, que um ídolo mundial. A semelhança entre o Rogério Martins e o próprio Elton nos motivou, ainda mais, a produzir o musical, que tem direção do Carlos Gualberto, que também dirigi o espetáculo All You Need Is Love, sucesso absoluto no Brasil. O show estreou no dia 20 de janeiro deste ano, no HSBC em São Paul, com ingressos esgotados”, explica Carlos Gualberto, um dos produtores do espetáculo. Em julho deste ano será lançado o primeiro CD, gravado na voz de Rogério Martins, e em agosto um DVD com os melhores momentos dos shows, ambos com circulação nacional.

 Repertório

No show, Rogério Martins interpreta aproximadamente 20 músicas, sendo os maiores sucessos do Elton John, como Skyline Pigeon, Nikita, Your Song, Good Yellow Brick Road, Sacrifice e muitos outros hits. Um espetáculo que traz canções da época romântica e do estilo rock´n´roll de Elton John, conforme promete Rogério. O músico revela uma das canções do ídolo que mais aprecia. “Tenho uma música predileta, que inclusive a gente apresenta no show. O Elton John fez em homenagem ao John Lennon, chama-se Empty Garden, uma canção riquíssima em harmonia e melodia. É maravilhosa.”

 A turnê “Rocket Man” já se apresentou em São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Recife e Manaus. No Brasil, percorrerá por mais 22 capitais. Em outubro irá iniciar um turnê fora do país com apresentações no Chile, Argentina, Portugal e Estados Unidos (Las Vegas).

 Para conferir um pouco desse espetáculo, segue o link abaixo:
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gk3-lE0Czyw

Serviço :

Show Rocket Man – Elton John Tributo
Data/Horário: 22 de julho, sexta-feira, às 22h30
Local: Chevrolet Hall – Avenida Nossa Senhora do Carmo, 230 – Savassi
Ingressos:

Mesas com 4 lugares – (valor único)
Número 01 a 50 – R$ 400,00
Número 51 a 170 – R$ 320,00

Pista/Arquibancada
1o lote: R$ 60,00 (inteira) / R$ 30,00 (meia-entrada)
2o lote: R$ 80,00 (inteira) / R$ 40,00 (meia-entrada)
3o lote: R$ 100,00 (inteira) / R$ 50,00 (meia-entrada)

Fonte: Assessoria Cristina Sanches
Imagem: Rogério Canhoto

June 17, 2011 7:35

U2, Bon Jovi, Elton John top music's rich list

Lady Gaga and Michael Buble also rank highly on Forbes' magazine's annual list
http://www.nme.com/news/u2/57378

Lady Gaga and Michael Buble also rank highly on Forbes' magazine's annual list

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U2 have topped the list of the highest earning musicians over the last 12 months, with Bon Jovi and Elton John coming in second and third respectively.

The list, which is put together by wealth magazine Forbes, compiles and ranks the top 25 highest earning musicians in the world over the last 12 months.

U2, who also topped the list in 2010, earned over $195 million (£121 million). This was largely due to the continued success of their '360' world tour, which has so far grossed over $700 million (£434 million) in its two years on the road.


Bon Jovi were second with earnings of $125 million (£78 million), also principally due to their ongoing world tour. Elton John came in third, having gathered over $100 million (£62 million) in the past year.

Lady Gaga came in fourth with earnings of $90 million (£56 million), while crooner Michael Buble rounded off the Top Five, having pocketed $70 million (£43 million) in the last 12 months.

Paul McCartney, the Black Eyed Peas and Justin Bieber all featured in the Top Ten, with the likes of Usher, Taylor Swift and Katy Perry narrowly missing out.

The top ten highest earning musicians according to Forbes were:

1. U2: $195 million (£121 million)
2. Bon Jovi: $125 million (£78 million)
3. Elton John: $100 million (£62 million)
4. Lady Gaga: $90 million (£56 million)
5. Michael Buble: $70 million (£43 million)
6. Paul McCartney: $67 million (£41 million)
7. The Black Eyed Peas: $61 million (£38 million)
8. The Eagles: $60 million (£37 million)
9. Justin Bieber: $53 million (£33 million)
10. Dave Matthews Band: $51 million (£31 million)

Elton John performs to a sell out crowd in Douglas

http://www.isleofman.com/News/article.aspx?article=36913

Date Posted: 17/Jun/2011 09:38
By: Tessa Hawley

Elton John performed in Noble's Park in Douglas last night


More than 8,000 fans watched Sir Elton John perform


The tent where Elton John played


SIR Elton John performed to over 8,000 fans in Douglas last night – marking the singers first ever performance in the Isle of Man.

Crowds of fans gathered to see the superstar perform a catalogue of hits including Crocodile Rock, Your Song and Candle in the Wind.

One woman had travelled from Jersey to the venue in Noble's Park to celebrate her 100th Elton John gig.

After playing for over two hours Elton returned to the stage to sign tickets, concert programmes and even a Manx flag before launching into the encore of Can You Feel the Love Tonight and Circle of Life.

Before the concert Marshall Arts Ltd, the promoters of the concert, played a message on the big screens for fans.

It read: "The lengths to which we have gone to make sure the show went ahead have been well documented in the media over the last month.

"However after many hours of hard work and additional investment we are delighted that Elton John will take to the stage.

"Finally and most importantly we would like to thank you the fans without whom we would not be here."

Sir Elton John wows thousands on the Isle of Man

http://www.three.fm/news/isle-of-man-news/sir-elton-john-wows-thousands-on-the-isle-of-man-3703/

Friday, June 17th 2011 05:30

Sir Elton said he can't believe it's taken him so long to get to the Island and he will definitely be back!

Sir Elton John wowed the crowds on the Isle of Man last night.

The star put on a one man show for almost 2 and a half hours of back to back smash hits.

Almost 9,000 people packed out the tent in Nobles Park in Douglas.


Sir Elton said he can't believe it's taken him so long to get to the Island and he will definitely be back. He told the crowd that it was one of the best crowds he has ever performed to.
3FM caught up with some very excited fans after the show who gave glowing reviews. (audio above)
Sir Elton returned to the stage to sign autographs for many fans and even signed a Manx Flag!

No sad songs for Elton John ticket winners

http://www.isleofman.com/News/article.aspx?article=36900

Date Posted: 16/Jun/2011 17:29
By: Tessa Hawley

L to R: Ben Martin, prize winner Carol Crane and David Smith from Manx Telecom

ELTON John's concert promoters have promised two fans a "once in a lifetime experience" after they won VIP tickets for tonight's performance.

Carol Crane from Ramsey and David Baker from Douglas won VIP platinum tickets in a Manx Telecom competition.

Their prize includes two platinum area seats, a back stage tour, champagne reception in the VIP marquee, canapés and a hot and cold buffet.

The winners will also be treated to entertainment from a magician, harpist and silhouette artist and have been given tickets to the after show party.

It will be the first time Carol has seen Elton John in concert. She said: "I couldn't believe it when Manx Telecom phoned up to say I had won the tickets. It's really exciting."

Ben Martin, of concert promoter Marshall Arts, said: "Sir Elton's concerts are always memorable occasions as you would expect from one of the world's greatest entertainers. But for David and Carol the evening promises to be a once in a lifetime experience as they will be given VIP treatment from the moment they arrive. They can look forward to a night they will never forget."

David Smith, director of Marketing at Manx Telecom, said: "This is a great prize and promises to give David, Carol, and their guests a fantastic evening. But it's just one example of the money can't buy experiences we are offering in our competitions so customers should look out for texts about more exciting opportunities in the coming months."