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Elton John on the Danny Baker show today - El Gordo - 03-01-2010
Did anyone hear the interview with Elton John on Danny Baker this morning?
I've never much liked Elton John, but the interview was really interesting, and has given me a totally different impression of the man, and the passions that drove him. I'd forgotten he was a Pinner boy (where my dad lives).
Not sure how long it will be online but do try to listen to it. It's in two parts:
EJ interview
They also mention Imhof's in New Oxford Street, now long gone, which was where I had my first ever job. I lasted 5 hours.
RE: Elton John on the Danny Baker show today - Sweder - 03-01-2010
Heard the whole thing live; good (and extremely rare) interview; well, more like a convivial fireside chat really. The revelations about listening to new albums for the range of innovative sounds was an eye-opener, as were Sir Elton's tales of touring and learning his trade on the road. His fears for the TV Superstar generation lusrting for instant fame warmed my cockles.