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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Billy Joel reveals exactly what Sir Elton John said that sparked 'bad blood' fallout
Piano Man star Billy Joel has admitted he was 'really hurt' by a comment from Sir Elton John after the pair toured together as he revealed there was 'bad blood' Billy Joel has revealed he was left "really hurt" by comments from Sir Elton John, despite their once friendly relationship. The Piano Man, 76, once toured with Sir Elton but things turned sour. A rift came between Billy and the Rocketman hitmaker, 78, that took years to heal. Billy has now revealed he was hurt by Elton's comments in his new documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goes. The pair headed out on their Face to Face tour in 1994 but they suffered a number of cancelled shows. Sir Elton decided to address the reason for the shows not taking place, with Billy feeling he went a step too far. "Elton had made a comment that he thought I needed real rehab," Billy said in the documentary. "He chalked it up to, 'Oh, he's a drunk.' And that really hurt me." At the time, Sir Elton told the Rolling Stone: "He's going to hate me for this, but every time he goes to rehab they've been light." He said he had given Billy some "tough love". Billy had been struggling with alcoholism and once admitted it destroyed his 10 year marriage to Christine Brinkley. The couple officially divorce around the same time as the Face to Face tour. Speaking of the fallout with Sir Elton, Billy shared: "I said 'wait a minute? Don't you know me better than that?' And there was bad blood for a little while. There was a dovetailing of things that happened during that time." He revealed he felt "clobbered" after the comments and hit rock bottom. His relationship with Sir Elton also suffered as a result. "I was disillusioned with what I thought it was all supposed to mean," Billy said. "It was like all the signs were pointing to me: Enough. And I wrote this letter to the band. 'I don't want to do this anymore. I'm gonna stop'." In 2005, Billy went to rehab at the Betty Ford Clinic after his wife Katie Lee insisted. They split up four years later but Billy decided to resume the Face to Face tour. Billy performed throughout the 00s, with a stint in 2009 before wrapping again in 2010. He managed to patch things up with Sir Elton while on stage at the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2013. While on stage Sir Elton reached out to Billy as he said: "Mr. Joel, I haven't seen you tonight, but I love you dearly." When Billy took the stage he decided to do the same as he said: "Is Elton still here? By the way, we're ok. Call me, it's the same phone number." Billy recently confirmed he has now given up alcohol as he blamed his addiction for his normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis. According to the NHS, NPH is an uncommon and poorly understood condition that most often affects people over the age of 60. It can sometimes develop after an injury or a stroke, but in most cases the cause is unknown. The main symptoms are mobility problems, dementia and urinary incontinence. Billy was forced to cancel all his scheduled shows earlier this month due to the condition. He has been suffering with hearing, vision and balance problems following a number of previous performances.
Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Billy Joel reveals how Sir Elton John 'really hurt' him in huge feud
Sir Elton John and Billy Joel fell out for several years (Picture: SGranitz/WireImage) Sir Elton John has had his fair share of celebrity feuds in his time, from Madonna to Billy Joel, who has now revealed why there was 'bad blood'. The Rocket Man and Piano Man hitmakers once toured together, but the aftermath left a rift between them, which took years to heal. Billy, 76, revealed in his documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goes, which aired its second part on Friday, that he was 'really hurt' by comments made by Sir Elton. The duo had been on their Face to Face tour, which they kicked off in 1994,when Sir Elton addressed several cancellations in an interview with Rolling Stone. 'Elton had made a comment that he thought I needed real rehab,' Billy said in the documentary of the fallout. 'He chalked it up to, 'Oh, he's a drunk.' And that really hurt me,' he explained. The pair had been on tour together at the time (Picture: Bob Riha, Jr./Getty Images) Billy said the comments 'really hurt' him(Picture: Scott Gries/ImageDirect) At the time, Sir Elton had given some 'tough love' and said: 'He's going to hate me for this, but every time he goes to rehab they've been light.' Billy was struggling with alcoholism and has previously admitted it destroyed his decade-long marriage to Christie Brinkley, 71. The couple officially divorced around the same time the Face to Face tour began, having tied the knot in 1985. 'I said 'wait a minute? Don't you know me better than that?' And there was bad blood for a little while,' Billy continued. 'There was a dovetailing of things that happened during that time.' He said he felt 'clobbered' after the comments and hit rock bottom afterwards, with his relationship with Sir Elton suffering. As the tour kicked off he had just split with Christie Brinkley (Picture: Bettmann Archive) The Face to Face tour was a huge success (Picture:) 'I was disillusioned with what I thought it was all supposed to mean,' he said. 'It was like all the signs were pointing to me: Enough. And I wrote this letter to the band. 'I don't want to do this anymore. I'm gonna stop.'' It was then in 2005 that Billy went to rehab at The Betty Ford Clinic after the insistence of then-wife Katie Lee, who he split with four years later. They resumed the Face to Face tour throughout the 00s with a brief leg in 2009 before wrapping again in 2010 with Billy claiming touring together restrained his setlist. Billy recently confirmed he had completely given up alcohol, blaming his addiction for his health diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). He was forced to cancel all his scheduled concerts earlier this month after the condition appeared to have been exacerbated by performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance. 'Nobody knows [what causes it]. They don't know,' the Uptown Girl chart-topper shared on Bill Maher's Club Random Podcast. They continued the joint tour throughout the 00s (Picture: KMazur/WireImage) Sir Elton and Billy firmly buried the hatchet in 2013 (Picture:) Billy added: 'I thought it must be from drinking. I don't anymore, but I used to like a fish.' In an interview with the Los Angeles Times in 2023, he shared of his addiction: 'It wasn't a big AA kick. I just got to a point where I'd had enough. I didn't enjoy being completely inebriated, and it probably created more problems in my life than I needed.' As for his relationship with Sir Elton, the pair patched things up while on stage at the Songwriters' Hall of Fame in 2013. While accepting the Johnny Mercer award, the Tiny Dancer icon extended an olive branch and said: 'Mr. Joel, I haven't seen you tonight, but I love you dearly.' Responding to his old friend, when Billy took the stage, he said: 'Is Elton still here? By the way, we're ok. Call me, it's the same phone number.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.
Black America Web
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Mya Talks New Music, Career, and Future Projects at the Urban 1 Summit
Source: Reach Media / Urban One At the Urban 1 summit, Mya sat down for an in-depth conversation to share new milestones in her career and offer a first look at her upcoming projects. For 2025, she has released two singles: 'Face to Face,' a reflective track about spirituality and personal alignment with a bold flair, and 'Give It to You,' a summer anthem inspired by the music that shaped her. Mya emphasized the importance of her fanbase and the strong bond she has built over the years. 'We grew up together. It's a family affair. From cassette tapes to streaming, my fans have been my ride-or-die,' she said. She fondly recalled a recent moment from a cruise performance, where a ten-year-old fan impressed her by knowing every lyric to her classic hits, underscoring the generational reach of her music. READ MORE STORIES: 15 Black TV Characters Who Deserved A Prequel Series Prince – Sign O' The Times Hitting IMAX Screens for the First Time Burning Questions Fans Want Answered at the Love Island USA Season 7 Reunion Reflecting on her journey, Mya highlighted the transition from major label beginnings to independent artistry. She named her 2008 album 'Sugar & Spice' as a pivotal independent project and mentioned the Grammy-nominated 'Smooth Jones' as a high point in her recent discography. Looking ahead, Mya teased a new album set for release in the fall of 2025, promising fans a fresh and exciting sound. She also announced a 25th-anniversary re-release of her album 'Fear of Flying,' which will include a special edition vinyl. Mya closed by expressing her gratitude: 'I wouldn't be here without the love of my fans.' Her ongoing commitment to her craft and her audience continues to shape her enduring legacy in R&B music. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK . FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER . SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE . STAY INFORMED! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! HEAD TO THE HOMEPAGE SEE ALSO
Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Suzi Quatro to tour the United Kingdom in 2026
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. 62 years and counting - Suzi Quatro is set to celebrate her history in the music business with a UK Tour Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Legendary rock musician Suzi Quatro has announced a UK tour in 2026. The iconic performer comes to our shores to celebrate 62 years in the music business. Here's where you can catch the trailblazer next year and how you can get tickets to the shows Considered a trailblazer for women in rock music, US icon Suzi Quatro has announced she is set to celebrate 62 years in music with a 10-date tour of the United Kingdom in 2026. To date, Suzi has sold an incredible 55 million records and was a constant feature in the UK charts for 101 weeks between 1973 and 1980, renowned for her undeniable knack for great rock and roll. But Suzi's talents are far from one-dimensional. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She proved her versatility with the 1978 duet Stumblin' In with Chris Norman, which sold a million copies in the US. In a testament to its timeless appeal, the song became a huge worldwide hit again in 2024 through a popular techno version by Cyril. Suzi Quatro is set to perform in the United Kingdom in 2026 with a handful of dates across the country. | LisaDemonstrating her enduring creativity and energy, Suzi continues to release new music, including recent acclaimed albums with her son and a 2023 collaboration with KT Tunstall, Face to Face. Still a powerhouse performer, she played the main stage at Wacken Open Air, the world's biggest metal festival, in 2024, captivating 85,000 fans with a performance broadcast live on German television. And she's not stopping – recording for her next solo album has already begun, proving Suzi Quatro remains an unstoppable and inspiring force in music. Speaking ahead of the shows, Quatro said: 'It's my 62nd year in the business, and it still feels like I've just started. 'Devil Gate Drive', Number 1, 52 years ago. Are you ready now? Let's do it one more time for Suzi.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Where is Suzi Quatro touring the United Kingdom in 2026? The rock icon is set to perform at the following locations on the following dates in 2026: When can I get tickets to see Suzi Quatro on her 2026 UK Tour? Tickets to see Suzi Quatro on her UK tour dates will be available through Ticketmaster from May 30 2025 at 10am BST. Do you have an event you'd like to share with us? You can now promote your What's On stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Suzi Quatro to tour the United Kingdom in 2026
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. 62 years and counting - Suzi Quatro is set to celebrate her history in the music business with a UK Tour Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Legendary rock musician Suzi Quatro has announced a UK tour in 2026. The iconic performer comes to our shores to celebrate 62 years in the music business. Here's where you can catch the trailblazer next year and how you can get tickets to the shows Considered a trailblazer for women in rock music, US icon Suzi Quatro has announced she is set to celebrate 62 years in music with a 10-date tour of the United Kingdom in 2026. To date, Suzi has sold an incredible 55 million records and was a constant feature in the UK charts for 101 weeks between 1973 and 1980, renowned for her undeniable knack for great rock and roll. But Suzi's talents are far from one-dimensional. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She proved her versatility with the 1978 duet Stumblin' In with Chris Norman, which sold a million copies in the US. In a testament to its timeless appeal, the song became a huge worldwide hit again in 2024 through a popular techno version by Cyril. Suzi Quatro is set to perform in the United Kingdom in 2026 with a handful of dates across the country. | LisaDemonstrating her enduring creativity and energy, Suzi continues to release new music, including recent acclaimed albums with her son and a 2023 collaboration with KT Tunstall, Face to Face. Still a powerhouse performer, she played the main stage at Wacken Open Air, the world's biggest metal festival, in 2024, captivating 85,000 fans with a performance broadcast live on German television. And she's not stopping – recording for her next solo album has already begun, proving Suzi Quatro remains an unstoppable and inspiring force in music. Speaking ahead of the shows, Quatro said: 'It's my 62nd year in the business, and it still feels like I've just started. 'Devil Gate Drive', Number 1, 52 years ago. Are you ready now? Let's do it one more time for Suzi.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Where is Suzi Quatro touring the United Kingdom in 2026? The rock icon is set to perform at the following locations on the following dates in 2026: When can I get tickets to see Suzi Quatro on her 2026 UK Tour? Tickets to see Suzi Quatro on her UK tour dates will be available through Ticketmaster from May 30 2025 at 10am BST.
