Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour Opening Act
Introduction
Elton John, one of the most iconic performers of our time, is currently on his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour. This tour will be his last and will take him around the world. One of the biggest questions on everyone's mind is who will be the opening act for this amazing tour.
The Search for the Perfect Opening Act
Elton John has a reputation for choosing the perfect opening act for his shows. He has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Billy Joel, Tina Turner, and Rod Stewart. So, it's no surprise that there was a lot of speculation about who he would choose for his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour.
Rumors were flying around the music industry about who might be the opening act for Elton John's tour. Names like Lady Gaga, Ed Sheeran, and Adele were all being thrown into the mix. However, Elton had something else in mind.
Who is the Opening Act?
After much anticipation, it was finally announced that the opening act for Elton John's "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour would be none other than indie-pop band, Walk the Moon.
Walk the Moon is a Cincinnati-based band that has been making music together since 2008. They are known for their upbeat, catchy songs and energetic performances. They gained mainstream success in 2014 with their hit song "Shut Up and Dance," which peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Why Walk the Moon?
Elton John has been a fan of Walk the Moon for a while now. In a statement, he said, "I have been following Walk the Moon for quite some time now, and I think they are one of the most exciting bands out there right now. Their energy and enthusiasm on stage is infectious, and I know they will help set the tone for what is going to be an amazing tour."
Walk the Moon was equally excited about the opportunity to open for Elton John. In a statement, they said, "We are beyond thrilled to be joining Elton John on his final tour. He is a true icon and an inspiration to us all. We can't wait to bring our music to his fans and be a part of this historic tour."
The Tour So Far
The "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour kicked off in September 2018 and has already made stops in North America, Europe, and Asia. Fans have been raving about Elton John's performances, which have included hits like "Rocket Man," "Tiny Dancer," and "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road."
Walk the Moon has also been impressing audiences with their high-energy performances. They have been performing songs from their most recent album, "What If Nothing," as well as their older hits like "Anna Sun" and "Tightrope."
The Future of Walk the Moon
Being chosen as the opening act for Elton John's final tour is a huge honor and will undoubtedly help to boost Walk the Moon's profile. Fans are eagerly anticipating what's next for the band.
Currently, Walk the Moon is wrapping up their own headlining tour in the United States. They have already announced plans to perform at the Firefly Music Festival in June 2019 and are expected to announce more tour dates in the near future.
Conclusion
Elton John choosing Walk the Moon as the opening act for his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour was a smart move. Their high-energy performances and catchy songs have been the perfect way to kick off the shows. As the tour continues, fans can expect to see more amazing performances from both Elton John and Walk the Moon.
