Rocketman’s London: Celebrating Elton John 50 Years+
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road – The Rocketman’s London, Celebrating Elton John as he retires from touring — over 50 years of musical magic!
Few artists have the chops to delight audiences for over 50 years. He sold out over 2 weeks at London’s O2 arena April/May 2023 and performed the closing night of Glastonbury 2023 on his farewell Farewell tour, London Rock Tour celebrates the life, times & music of Sir Elton John.
Half or Full Day Tour
London Rock Tour: Original Rock Music Tours
Why travel with a copycat, when you can go with the ORIGINAL London Rock Tour!
From teenage organ player Reginald Dwight, follow his path from music shop assistant, to playing London’s British blues and rock clubs, to his transformation into one of the world’s most loved and respected musicians, Elton John.
One focus is on the early days around the Soho clubs, management offices, where he worked at Mills Music, some recording studios, and where he surprised music lovers hanging out on Saturdays in his favourite record store.
Depending on your choice of a half or full day Rocketman’s London, the option of including North London and West London homes, recording studios and clubs. Spoilt for choice.
As a walking tour, focus on the early years of Reg Dwight, working on ‘Tin Pan Alley’ Denmark Street, Bluesology playing the Soho clubs like Marquee, 100 Club, Tiles, Flamingo, Establishment and more; move into the 70s ‘Elton John’ years, Trident Studios is a must! Also pass what was a famed record shop where the man himself surprises shoppers!
Dust off your platforms, because your walk include a stroll along swingin’ Carnaby Street. The finale, via tube train, see where Reg Dwight became ‘Elton John’ in Islington, learn the poignant story from your specialist rock tour London guide. (Cost of public transport separate.)
As an 8 hour ‘full day’ vehicle tour, you can continue your Elton John adventure by also venturing through Kensington (Royal Albert Hall, Academy of Music, Blaises and more) then the Holland Park area and the Abbey Rd crossing. Spoilt for choice!
Join us in celebrating The Rocketman, Elton John’s London!
Glastonbury 2023 – https://news.sky.com/story/sir-elton-john-closes-glastonbury-with-history-making-goodbye-telling-fans-i-will-never-forget-you-12909593
SUGGESTED ITINERARY FOR PRIVATE DEPARTURES
This is a custom tour available for private departures, subject to guide availability — tailor made to best suit your interests — Why travel with a copycat, when you can go with the ORIGINAL London Rock Tour!
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