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ENGLAND HONOURS LIST
Elton John is an official knight. Sir Elton Hercules John's citation reads: "For services to music and charitable services."
In an interview, Elton said, "My joy at now receiving this great new honor is immeasurable."
ENGLAND CONCERT - Fermain Tavern, Guernsey - Beechy Colclough
Elton John (wearing jeans) and his band make a surprise appearance backing soul-singer turned therapist Beechy Colclough for an audience of about 300.
US TV - People's Choice Awards (CBS-TV network)
Elton John, Garth Brooks and George Strait are nominated for the Favorite Musical Performer award.
FRANCE CONCERT - Ritz Hotel, Paris
Solo piano ninety minute concert of eighteen songs for an audience of 150 people, marking the 10th anniversary of French radio station Europe 2. Many thanks to Olivier Flous for his review and permission to use his copyright pictures.
Three performances were released on the UK If The River Can Bend CD single, June 2 1998. A further two were released on the UK Written In The Stars CD singles, February 22 1999 and on a Target Records exclusive CD on March 23 1999.
The Big Picture Tour returns to the US, the concerts on this second North American leg are in larger venues. 16 concerts starting in Biloxi Mississippi on January 21 and ending in Los Angeles California a month later, on February 21.
US CONCERT - Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Biloxi MS
First show o the second North American leg of The Big Picture Tour. Elton John's first appearance in Mississippi.
US CONCERT - Nashville Arena, Nashville TN
Jerry Bailey wrote this review of the show.
US CONCERT - Kiel Center, St Louis MO
Same songs as the previous night's show in Nashville TN.
US CONCERT - Reunion Arena, Dallas TX
Same songs as the January 28 show in Nashville TN.
US CONCERT - Compaq Center, Houston TX
Same songs as the January 28 show in Nashville TN.
US CONCERT - San Antonio Arena, San Antonio CA
UK CD SINGLE
Rocket EJSCD42
Track #3 was released on the previous single.
UK CD SINGLE
Rocket EJSCX42
Enhanced CD (Windows PC only, no MAC support) that includes the Recover Your Soul video and an Interactive Virtual Room.
US CONCERT - Tupelo Coliseum, Tupelo MI
US CD - Immigrant Sons - Farm
Dogs
Sire 31014
Bernie Taupin: vocals, engineer, co-producer.
US CONCERT - The White House, Washington DC
Elton John played at a dinner for British Prime Minister Tony Blair and his wife Cherie.
This was Elton's first ever performance at the White House. Elton said that he wasn't nervous about performing for such a power-packed audience: "I'm used to playing anywhere. I'm not fussy. It's a bit like playing at a wedding reception." Elton introduced Stevie Wonder as "one of the all-time great musicians."
US CONCERT - San Jose Arena, San Jose CA
US CONCERT - Oakland Coliseum, Oakland CA
US CONCERT - Key Arena, Seattle WA
Same set list as played on February 2 in Tupelo MS.
US CONCERT - Key Arena, Seattle WA
US AUCTION - Christie's Auction House, Beverly Hills CA
The handwritten lyrics to Candle in the Wind '97, penned in honor of Princess Diana and sung by Elton John at her funeral, sold for more than $400,000 at auction. Three pages of lyrics, written by Bernie Taupin, and a final printed version autographed by the two men were sold to the Lund Foundation, a children's charity founded by Walt Disney's daughter Sharon Disney Lund, who died in 1993. Taupin said, "It's beyond our wildest dreams."
Elton John's version of the song, which he sang at Diana's September 6 1997memorial service, has sold more than thirty-five million copies worldwide, making it the biggest-selling single in history. Proceeds from the single go to the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund. Elton has said he will never perform the song again, unless it is specifically requested by one of her sons, Princes William or Harry.
US CONCERT - Rose Garden Arena, Portland OR
US CONCERT - MGM Grand Garden, Las Vegas NV
US CONCERT - The Forum, Los Angeles CA
Geoff Shackelford wrote a review covering both Los Angeles shows.
US CONCERT - The Forum, Los Angeles CA
Same set list as the previous night in Los Angeles.
The end of this leg of The Big Picture Tour. It resumes in April in Chicago.
US CD SINGLE
Rocket 314-568762-2
First US release for these tracks.
The Face To Face concerts with Elton John and Billy Joel are revived, this time for a series of 15 shows in Australia, New Zealand and Japan. The first show, on March 4, is in Perth Australia. The last is in Nogoya Japan a month later, on April 3.
AUSTRALIA CONCERT - Face To Face -Subiaco Oval, Perth - Elton John & Billy Joel
The start of the Australia / New Zealand / Japan leg of the Face To Face Tour with Elton John & Billy Joel
NEW ZEALAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Ericsson Stadium, Auckland - Elton John & Billy Joel
NEW ZEALAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Ericsson Stadium, Auckland - Elton John & Billy Joel
AUSTRALIA CONCERT - Face To Face - ANZ Stadium, Brisbane - Elton John & Billy Joel
AUSTRALIA CONCERT - Face To Face - Cricket Grounds, Sydney - Elton John & Billy Joel
AUSTRALIA CONCERT - Face To Face - Cricket Grounds, Sydney - Elton John & Billy Joel
AUSTRALIA CONCERT - Face To Face - Cricket Grounds, Sydney - Elton John & Billy Joel
US CD - Legacy: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac's
Rumours - Various
Lava/Atlantic 83054
AUSTRALIA CONCERT - Face To Face - Cricket Grounds, Adelaide - Elton John & Billy Joel
AUSTRALIA CONCERT - Face To Face - Cricket Grounds, Melbourne - Elton John & Billy Joel
AUSTRALIA CONCERT - Face To Face - Cricket Grounds, Melbourne - Elton John & Billy Joel
JAPAN CONCERT - Face To Face - Fukuoka Dome, Fukuoka - Elton John & Billy Joel
JAPAN CONCERT - Face To Face - Osaka Dome, Osaka - Elton John & Billy Joel
JAPAN CONCERT - Face To Face - Tokyo Dome,
Tokyo - Elton John & Billy Joel
"Face
To Face (Great Pianomans)"; "Face To Face"
This show is broadcast on Japan TV.
JAPAN CONCERT - Face To Face - Tokyo Dome, Tokyo - Elton John & Billy Joel
JAPAN CONCERT - Face To Face - Nogoya Dome, Nogoya - Elton John & Billy Joel
Last concert on this leg of the Face To Face Tour. It will resume at the end of May in Dublin Ireland.
US CONCERTS
The Big Picture Tour resumes in the US, continuing in larger venues. This is the third North American leg, 14 shows this time, and starts in Chicago Illinois on April 17 and ends a month later, in Boston Massachusetts, on May 16.
US CONCERT - Chicago Arena, Chicago IL
First show on the third North American leg of The Big Picture Tour.
US CONCERT - Target Center, Minneapolis MN
US CONCERT - Target Center, Minneapolis MN
US CONCERT - Bradley Center, Milwaukee WI
US CONCERT - Chrysler Arena, Ann Arbor MI
US CONCERT - The Crown, Cincinnati OH
US CONCERT - Nissan Pavillion, Bristow VA
Postponed to September 5 1998.
US ANNOUNCEMENT - 1998 Tony Award Nominations
The Lion King is nominated for 11 Tony Awards for excellence on Broadway. Included are: Elton John, Tim Rice, Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Julie Taymor and Hans Zimmer for Original Score and the nomination for Best Musical. The award show was broadcast on June 7 1998.
US CONCERT - Miami Arena, Miami FL
US CONCERT - Ice Palace, Tampa FL
US CONCERT - Lakewood Amphitheater, Atlanta GA
US CONCERT - Lakewood Amphitheater, Atlanta GA
US CONCERT - Avery Fisher Hall, New York City NY
This show was not part of the tour, rather it was a private concert for Citibank by Elton John alone at the piano. Ryan Reed was lucky enough to attend, and had this to say:
I was lucky enough to win tickets and attend a private concert at Avery Fisher Hall in NYC on Monday, May 11th. It was sponsored by Citibank and given to its members by Elton as a thank you for them sponsoring the tour.
Well all I have to say is WOW!!!. Two and a half hours of acoustic Elton John in the best sounding hall on the planet. It was just him and his piano singing some of the best music ever created. The show started with the chairman of Citibank stating "we now have Sir Elton John all to ourselves for the next 2 hours" I had seats on the side of the stage in a private box about ten rows back with an unbelievable view of Elton. He came out with a huge smile saying "I am so excited to play here as I have always wanted to" he wore a black rounded color suit with sequins down the sides and a design on the back. he looked great!!!
See Ryan's web site: Elton John: The Bigger Picture
US CONCERT - GTE Amphitheatre, Virginia Beach VA
US CONCERT - Fleet Center, Boston MA
Elton played Blue Eyes, solo on piano, as part of the set in tribute to Frank Sinatra.
US CONCERT - Fleet Center, Boston MA
Last show of this leg of The Big Picture Tour. Elton returns to North America in the fall.
US CD - 20TH CENTURY BLUES - Noel Coward Tribute Album
Various Artist tribute album, performances of Noel Coward's songs.
FRANCE CHARITY AUCTION - Cannes
Sharon Stone's AIDS charity auction raised over $1 million. Included in the total was $110,000 paid by a fan to hear Elton John sing Twist And Shout. Elton threw in a go-go dance for free.
UK CD - A SINGLE MAN
UK CD - ICE ON FIRE
UK CD - LIVE IN AUSTRALIA
UK CD - REG STRIKES BACK
UK CD - SLEEPING WITH THE PAST
UK CD - THE ONE
UK CD - TOO LOW FOR ZERO
Remastered reissues. All with bonus tracks except Live In Australia
A European leg of the Face To Face tour featuring Elton John & Billy Joel. The 14 show tour starts in Dublin Ireland on May 29 and goes to June 30 when it wraps up in Zurich Switzerland.
IRELAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Croke Park Dublin - Elton John & Billy Joel
The start of the European leg of theFace To Face Tour with Elton John & Billy Joel
IRELAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Croke Park Dublin - Elton John & Billy Joel
EUROPE CD SINGLE
Tracks 2 through 4 are live recordings of Elton's solo piano show at the Hotel Ritz in Paris on January 14 1998.
UK CD SINGLE
Tracks 2 & 3 are the original versions.
UK CD SINGLE
Tracks 2 through 4 are live recordings of Elton's solo piano show at the Hotel Ritz in Paris on January 14 1998.
SCOTLAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow - Elton John & Billy Joel
courtesy Steven Betts
ENGLAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Lancashire CCC, Manchester - Elton John & Billy Joel
This show was cancelled due to Billy Joel's respiratory infection. It could not be rescheduled. However, Elton did return in November (Sheffield: 26th; Manchester: 27th) for two solo indoor shows. In addition, he sent this letter to his UK fans in early August.
ENGLAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Wembley
Stadium, London - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
Due to Billy Joel's illness, this three hour show was performed only by Elton John and his band. Elton told Capital FM radio: "It was a little odd not seeing Billy there because we're so used to doing this thing and not seeing the piano and him across from me was very strange. I feel really sorry for him. I spoke to him yesterday and he's in a really bad way and he feels terrible."
"This is the sort of thing that you cannot take a risk with because it could mess up your voice for all time, so he's just got to get it rested until he's ready to come back and I will go to Dusseldorf, Munich and Berlin and do these shows on my own."
ENGLAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Wembley
Stadium, London - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
Due to Billy Joel's illness, this show was performed only by Elton John and his band.
Hercules reports that Wembley Stadium tour organizers offered ticket refunds to disappointed fans, but said only a few hundred asked for their money back from the 50,000 tickets sold for the 7th.
US AWARD SHOW - 1998 Tony Awards
While Elton John, et al, did not win for Original Score (that went to Ragtime), The Lion King won six Tony Awards including: Best Musical; Director of a Musical; Scenic Design; Costume Design; Lighting Design and Choreography.
GERMANY CONCERT - Face To Face - Rheinstaion,
Dusseldorf - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
Due to Billy Joel's continued illness, this show was performed only by Elton John and his band. Elton explained he couldn't cancel since "I did not want to disappoint my German fans."
GERMANY CONCERT - Face To Face -
Olympiastadion, Berlin - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
Due to Billy Joel's continued illness, this show was performed only by Elton John and his band, in the pouring rain.
GERMANY CONCERT - Face To Face -
Olympiastadion, Berlin - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
Due to Billy Joel's continued illness, this show was performed only by Elton John and his band.
AUSTRIA CONCERT - Face To Face - Wiener
Praterstadion-Ernst -Happel-Stadion, Vienna - Elton John &
Billy Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
Billy Joel announces he is withdrawing from the remainder of the Face To Face tour. Elton John will perform with his band for the rest of the concerts on the schedule. The planned HBO broadcast of the June 20 Vienna show was cancelled. So was the concert.
AUSTRIA CONCERT - Face To Face - Wiener Praterstadion-Ernst -Happel-Stadion, Vienna - Elton John & Billy Joel
This concert was to be broadcast live in the US on HBO TV network. Due to Billy Joel's illness, the broadcast and this show were cancelled. HBO had taken out a full-page ad in Billboard magazine to advertise the telecast.
The remaining Face To Face shows, scheduled through July 1, continue with just Elton and his band.
DENMARK CONCERT - Face To Face - The Parken,
Copenhagen - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
FINLAND CONCERT - Face To Face - Olympic
Stadium, Helsinki - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
SWEDEN CONCERT - Face To Face - Ullevi
Stadium, Gothenburg - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
Here is a review with pictures from Christian Olausson.
SWITZERLAND CONCERT - Face To Face -
Lefzigrund Stadium, Zurich - Elton John & Billy
Joel
Billy Joel did not appear
The end of The Face To Face Tour.
FRANCE CONCERT - Bercy Arena, Paris
The Big Picture Tour celebrates the 1998 World Cup with a single show in Paris.
Elton John arrives on stage in a particularly bad mood and when he spots some papparazi in the front row he shouts, "Out! Out!", and doesn't move until they leave.
US PROMO CD - ELABORATE LIVES; THE LEGEND OF AIDA (Demos)
Strong rumours of a demo CD of 14 songs from the show ELABORATE LIVES. These perfromances were probably recorded as guides for the superstar Aida album released March 23 1999. The CD is said to feature fully produced, solo Elton John recordings. John Jorgenson confirmed that he was not involved in the sessions, but that Guy Babylon programmed the drums and keyboards, and Bob Birch played bass. Elton handled all the vocals.
US PROMO CDROM - Citibank
Contains 6 commercials Elton John did for Citibank, original studio versions of three songs (with concert pictures), screen savers, brief concert footage and two non-Elton-related games.
This CD was distributed with some home delivery editions of the Sunday Chicago Tribune newspaper.
UK LETTER
In mid August of 1998, Elton John's UK fans received a letter from him announcing that the June 4 1998 Face-2-Face concert that was cancelled would be made up by two November solo shows. The shows would be in Sheffield on the 26th and Manchester on the 27th.
The Big Picture Tour continues with a fourth North American leg. This time, 37 shows are scheduled. The leg begins in Austin Texas on August 7 and continues to October 18, finishing with four shows in New York City.
US CONCERT - Frank Erwin Center, Austin TX
First show of the fourth North American leg of The Big Picture Tour.
Review by Brian Martinez.
US CONCERT - Starplex Amphitheater, Dallas TX
US CONCERT - Delta Center, Salt Lake City UT
Michael Walker prepared this review of the show. Kevin Burnett wrote this review. And a review from Lisa Cockerton.
US CONCERT - Arco Arena, Sacramento CA
Kristy Wieheshared this review with the 22nd Row. Dave Wosik wrote some comments too.
US CONCERT - Oakland Arena, Oakland CA
Same setlist as August 13 1998 show in Sacramento. Here is a review by Christine Safieddine. And Kristy Wiehe wrote this review of the show and the Acoustic Guitar Festival performances of John Jorgenson and Davey Johnstone.
US CONCERT - America West Arena, Phoenix AZ
US CONCERT - Coors Amphitheater, Chula Vista (San Diego) CA
US CONCERT - Arrowhead Pond, Anaheim, CA
Walter Kwasnik travelled 3000Km to see this show and write this review. Some comments on this show are included in Geoff's August 22 1998 review.
US CONCERT - Arrowhead Pond, Anaheim, CA
A review of the show from Gladys. A review from Geoff, including comments on the August 21 1998 show.
The Los Angeles Times reported on Jim Carrey's guest appearance:
- The crowd went nuts as the two broke into a soaring rendition of Rocket Man, with Carrey matching Elton note for note.
- Carrey, never known for his subtle way with a gag, soon had the audience in stitches as he sat down beside Elton at the piano for an ivory-tickling duet. But instead of using his hands, the comedian decided to bang out a tune with his head.
- When Carrey finally took his leave, Elton said, "Whoo, boy — I won't forget that one."
US CONCERT - Fiddler's Green Amphitheater, Denver CO
A review of the show from Louisa. Surfcolo also wrote a review.
US CONCERT - New World Theatre, Tinley Park (Chicago) IL
Same setlist as August 21 in Anaheim CA.
Scott Lovegren wrote this review of the show. And here is a review from Dee. Sox666 wrote this review. A review was also sent in by Ann. Jim McKay wrote this review.
22nd Row den mother Jim McKay read all the Chicago newspapers the next day, and prepared this summary (snipping out the song titles as he went):
- Sat., Aug. 29 - The Daily Herald (Page 2, Section 1) by Mark Guarino
- Kudos: "The songs that held up with more dignity were his epic ballads like... which John performed alone, they had less fireworks to hide behind."
- Kudos: "Less hyper than the old days, John was more like a generous teddy bear stopping the show frequently to shake hands, sign autographs and receive gifts."
- Nasty!: "...his ultra-slick band of tanned and cheesy L.A. types who gave everything they did a high commerical sheen." Ouch!!!
- Sun., Aug. 30 - Sunday Sun-Times (Page 39 Section A) by Laura Emerick
- Headline: "Elton John celebrates life, keeps on rocking"
- Kudos: "From the first chords of ... that opened his concert, ... it was clear that the evening... would celebrate the human spirit."
- Kudos: "As he rockets across the 88s, John proves why he's one of the best rock pianists around."
- Kudos: "His voice, now rasy and a bit frayed, remains as soulful as ever. Though he sings in lower keys these days, he captures the poignance of ballads such as... (and) not many pop vocalists could glide as gracefully through the tricky intervals of..."
- Kudos: "Though ballads now are his forte, most fans prefer to see him rock out, and he didn't disppoint."
- Huh?: "On his first tour in three years..."
- Oh how stupid: (Commenting that the weekend of the performance conincided with the first anniversary of Diana's death:) "Would his concerts turn into a procession of dirge-like songs? Would he shed a furtive tear? After all, sad songs say so much."
- Closing Kudos: "Good gracious, Elton's still got it."
- Sun. Aug. 30 - Chicago Tribune (Page 6, Section 4) by Greg Kot (Tribune Rock Critic and Critic for Rolling Stone)
- Headline: "Knight's Move: These days, Sir Elton John downplays flash, focuses on music."
- Kudos: "The pianist had a fine band, as usual, anchored by longtime guitarist Davey Johnstone and an agile, aggressively melodic bassist in Bob Birch."
- Kudos: "...his piano chops were up to par, and his right hand drummed the keys on rockers such as..."
- Your call: "They're both drippy tunes, but John sank into their marshmallow emotion with such sincerity he made them difficult to deny."
- Your call again on the closer: "Sir Elton, after all, has discovered the secret to aging gracefully in rock 'n' roll, and it is this: If you never have any "edge" to begin with, you can never lose it."
US CONCERT - Deer Creek Music Center, Noblesville (Indianapolis) IN
CANADA CONCERT - Molson Amphitheatre, Toronto ON
Steve Thomas wrote this review of the show.
US CONCERT - Marine Midland Arena, Buffalo NY
US CONCERT - Nissan Pavillion, Bristow VA
Rescheduled from May 2 1998. Erik sent this review of the show. MooreMus had this to say.
US CONCERT - Merriweather Post Pavillion, Columbia MD
Set list change: Roy Rogers is replaced by Blue Eyes.
MooreMus was at a second show in two nights, and here is the review.
US TV - Oprah (Syndicated)
US CD - Tammy Wynette ... Remembered - Various
Artists
Asylum Records 62277-2
Tribute album paying homage to "the first lady of country music": Tammy Wynette. Wynette died of a blod clot to the lung in April 1998.
Tammy and Elton John had met many years ago in England. Elton and Bernie Taupin wrote a song for Tammy and Elton to duet on called A Woman's Needs. After the session, Tammy asked Elton to autograph the lyric sheet and he wrote, "Dearest Tammy, The Queen of Country Meets the Queen of England - Love, Elton." She always laughed over that.
US CONCERT - Polaris Amphitheater, Columbus OH
Howard Dock wrote this review of the show. Jeff sent this report. Jason Frank wrote this concert review. Darla wrote this review. Barbara Taylor worte this detailed review.
US CONCERT - The Kohl Center, Madison WI
Same set as September 9 in Columbus.
Ann wrote this review of the show. Kevin Schwartz sent this review. Marisa Meisters also wrote a review.
US CONCERT - Gund Arena, Cleveland OH
A concert review from Cheryl. Jacob Huebert writes about the thrill of getting a ticket upgarde.
US CONCERT - Pepsi Arena, Albany NY
US CONCERT - Hartford Civic Center, Hartford CT
US THEATRE - Elaborate Lives: The Legend Of Aida, Alliance Theatre, Atlanta GA
World Premiere of Walt Disney Theatrical Productions' musical. Music by Elton John; Lyrics by Tim Rice; Book by Linda Woolverton. Directed by Robert Jess Roth.
Adaptation of Verdi's opera Aida by Elton John and Tim Rice for Disney.
As with The Lion King, a demo recording by Elton John was made. A 1998 opening is aimed for. The show is to be directed by Robert Jess Roth and choreographed by Matt West. The work consists of about 20 songs. A workshop for the production took place on December 16 1996.
Early plans are for three albums to be released: Concept Album (Atlanta Cast); Original Broadway Cast and an Elton John version.
Previews are from Sep 17, with opening night on Oct 7.
Lisa Macdonald kept the 22nd Row well informed about the musical with her many fine articles about the show.
US CONCERT - The Palace Of Auburn Hills, Auburn Hills (Detroit) MI
US CONCERT - The Palace Of Auburn Hills, Auburn Hills (Detroit) MI
US CONCERT - First Union Center, Philadelphia PA
US CONCERT - First Union Center, Philadelphia PA
US CONCERT - Bryce Jordan Center (Pennsylvania State University), State College PA
US CONCERT - Richmond Colliseum, Richmond VA
US CONCERT - Bi-Lo Center, Greenville SC
US CONCERT - Miami Arena, Miami FL
US CONCERT - Orlando Arena, Orlando FL
US CONCERT - National Car Rental Center, Fort Lauderdale FL
US TV - South Park (Comedy Central cable channel)
Elton John makes a guest appearance on the "Chef Aid" episode of this animated show.
US CONCERT - Dean Smith Center, Chapel Hill NC
US CONCERT - Charlotte Coliseum, Charlotte NC
US THEATRE - Elaborate Lives: The Legend Of Aida, Alliance Theatre, Atlanta GA
A benefit performance of the musical for the Elton John Aids Foundation. For holders of tickets at $1,000 apiece, Elton John was on hand to greet you at a pre-show VIP cocktail party/buffet at the Woodruff Arts Center
US CONCERT - Madison Square Garden, New York City NY
US CONCERT - Madison Square Garden, New York City NY
US CONCERT - Madison Square Garden, New York City NY
US CONCERT - Madison Square Garden, New York City NY
Last show of this leg of The Big Picture Tour.
US CD - Chef Aid: The South Park Album - Various Artists
Columbia Australia promotional information:
This Rick Rubin produced original recording is an ode to South Park's character Stan's girlfriend Wendy Testaburger. Wake Up Wendy was written by Bernie Taupin and marks a return to the vintage Elton sound. It was performed on the "Chef-Aid" episode.Here are the lyrics from Sony Australia's web site.
The Big Picture Tour continues with a second European leg. This one starts on November 4 in Ghent Belgium and ends 19 concerts later in Paris France on December 7.
BELGIUM CONCERT - Flanders Expo, Ghent
First show of the second European leg of The Big Picture Tour.
NETHERLANDS CONCERT - The Ahoy, Rotterdam
SWITZERLAND CONCERT - Hallenstadio, Zurich
GERMANY CONCERT - Schleyerhalle, Stuttgart
FRANCE CONCERT - Halle Tony Garnier, Lyon
ITALY CONCERT - BPA Palasport, Pesaro
ITALY CONCERT - Fila Forum, Milano
ITALY CONCERT - Fila Forum, Milano
I am looking for positive or negative confirmation on this show.
GERMANY CONCERT - Festhalle, Frankfurt
GERMANY CONCERT - Cologne Arena, Cologne
GERMANY CONCERT - Messehalle, Erfurt
GERMANY CONCERT - Messehalle, Hannover
ENGLAND CONCERT - Sheffield Arena, Sheffield
ENGLAND CONCERT - Manchester Evening News Arena, Manchester
courtesy Steven Betts
NORWAY CONCERT - Spectrum, Oslo
NORWAY CONCERT - Spectrum, Oslo
NORWAY CONCERT - Spectrum, Oslo
SWEDEN CONCERT - The Globe, Stockholm
Here is a review with pictures from Christian Olausson.
FRANCE CONCERT - Galaxy, Metz (Amneville)
FRANCE CONCERT - Bercy Arena, Paris
The last show of this leg of The Big Picture Tour.
US BENEFIT - Smash Hits Tennis Exhibition, Rosemount Horizon Stadium, Rosemount (Chicago) IL
Not a concert.
US RADIO SINGLE
Single released to US Adult Contemporary radio only. Commercial release expected February 23 1999.
US CD - Walden Woods Benefit
Don Henley was reportedly developing an orchestral benefit album. Elton John, Bruce Hornsby, Sting, Billy Joel and Henley were to contribute newly written compositions. This was reported in the Fall/Winter 97-98 Bruce Hornsby Newsletter.
The CD has never been released
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