Farewell Yellow Brick Road: Memories of My Life on Tour -- Elton John, Hardcover

In this lavish retrospective authored by the icon himself, Elton John shares his fondest memories, most unforgettable moments, and previously untold stories from his record-breaking final tour.

Farewell Yellow Brick Road is a full-color celebration of Elton John's record-breaking, globe-spanning farewell tour--from the first show in Allentown, PA in 2018, to the final show in Stockholm in 2023. Featured concerts include Elton's dazzling performances at Los Angeles' Dodger Stadium in November 2022, the finale of which streamed live on Disney+. Fans will be treated to a behind-the-scenes glimpse into every aspect of these spectacular shows, including Elton's legendary touring wardrobe by Gucci, the set design, official tour photography, and more.

On this epic visual journey, Elton reaches back in time to reflect on key moments from his life on the road and to reminisce about the beginning of his career. Readers also get a rare glimpse at Elton's personal archive of posters, sketches, and never-before-seen photographs and postcards. A poignant foreword by David Furnish, Elton's husband and manager, as well as the tour's creative director, rounds out this incredible insider's look. Join Elton on his remarkable, career-affirming farewell.

Author: Elton John
Publisher: Hyperion Avenue
Published: 09/24/2024
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781368099165

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 06/01/2024 pg. 16

About the Author
ELTON JOHN is a multi-award-winning artist who has sold more than three hundred million records worldwide. He is the top solo artist on Billboard's Greatest of All Time Artists chart and the most successful male solo artist in the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart's history with nine No. 1s and twenty-nine Top 10s. In 2024, he achieved EGOT status. Elton devotes time to a number of charities, including his own Elton John AIDS Foundation, which has raised over $565 million since it launched in 1992. He is married to David Furnish, and they have two sons.