Originally Posted By LilliBelle <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxXr6KILrHE" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v =AxXr6KILrHE</a> This is a great video montage! I have never seen some of the clips used in this video version of Your Song. This one's for you, Laughing Place. How wonderful life is while you're in the world!
Originally Posted By Lady Starlight LilliBelle That was wonderful!!! I cry everytime I hear that song..it brings back wonderful memories for me. I remember my very first EJ album ..it was Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. I played it over and over until it was unplayable and then had to go buy another one( seriously) I still have it to this day. it was a double album and it was amazing.He has such incredible music an extremly talanted musician indeed!!!. Thank you so very very much for sharing this!!
Originally Posted By chickendumpling Are LPers in this? Can maybe Daannzzz make a video and put LPers in this? LOL!
Originally Posted By LilliBelle I am an Elton fan of 35 years. I belong to eltonjohn.com and was the featured member on the first anniversary of his website. I wrote a small article about my experiences and feelings about Elton. I, too, have worn out my share of EJ vinyl! You are welcome! I'm so glad you both enjoyed it.
Originally Posted By LilliBelle Lady Starlight, you have to check out You Tube and do a search for Elton videos. I just thought of it tonight and am having a great time discovering the little gems there.
Originally Posted By DVC_dad As you already know, Elton lives (at least part of the time) in Atlanta. This is in fact where I live. I have not missed an Elton concert in Atlanta in 6 years. I soooo enjoyed that video, thank you so very very much for posting it.
Originally Posted By Lady Starlight Ohhhh LilliBelle, I will indeed check that you tube out for sure!! Once again thank you so very very much for sharing that site again!I'm sure you already have this site too..but I'll post it just incase... <a href="http://www.eltonography.com/index.html" target="_blank">http://www.eltonography.com/in dex.html</a> * sings * When are you gonna come down When are you going to land I should have stayed on the farm I should have listened to my old man You know you can't hold me forever I didn't sign up with you I'm not a present for your friends to open This boy's too young to be singing the blues So goodbye yellow brick road Where the dogs of society howl You can't plant me in your penthouse I'm going back to my plough Back to the howling old owl in the woods Hunting the horny back toad Oh I've finally decided my future lies Beyond the yellow brick road What do you think you'll do then I bet that'll shoot down your plane It'll take you a couple of vodka and tonics To set you on your feet again Maybe you'll get a replacement There's plenty like me to be found Mongrels who ain't got a penny Sniffing for tidbits like you on the ground * repeat chorus*
Originally Posted By wonderingalice Oh! That was SO great!! To see all of his 'looks' again, too... WONDERful! I love the Donald Duck outfit... Reminded me of the squeaky-billed Donald cap my little brother got at Disneyland when we were children. He was so cute... I miss him.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo I got to go to one of his parties a few years ago - he is really funny (though moody)
Originally Posted By LilliBelle Thanks, L.S. for the link, I had forgotten about that one! Dave, I need details, man! How cool! After watching "Tantrums and Tiaras", I was a bit surprised at all the bad behavior he gets away with and how badly he does treat people at times. As most fans do, I had this image of EJ in my mind. . .You know, the whole "feet of clay" cliche comes to mind. I prefer my version of Elton. DVC_dad, my husband has a good friend that lives in Atlanta and I am always asking about any EJ sightings, LOL. EJ in concert is an experience, isn't it?
Originally Posted By LilliBelle Alice, when DismayingObservation and I saw EJ that year at the Forum in L.A., he dressed up as Minnie Mouse, not Mickey! LOL! I have the pictures to prove it, too. I paid a scalper 150.00 per ticket to sit in the 8th row, I think it was 1980.
Originally Posted By Lady Starlight LilliBelle, he puts on one flamboyant concert! That must have been such a treat to see!
Originally Posted By Lady Starlight LilliBelle, He's the Queen of flamboyant ! That had to be a great concert and must have been such a treat to see!
Originally Posted By LilliBelle L.S., the first time I saw E.J. was in 1979 at the Universal Amphitheatre. It was his "Back in the U.S.S.A." tour with Ray Cooper. I was 18 years old and thrilled that I would finally see my idol in person. I was with my now husband at the concert and we were waiting for the show to begin, when someone walked out in an all white pajama-like suit and everyone went crazy. I asked, "Who is *that*"? I mean, it was a short bald guy, with no glasses, it *couldn't* be Elton! I mean, where were the feathers, the sequins, the GLASSES that light up?! That little man, sat down at an electric piano and started to sing, I can't remember the song, but I stood up and yelled, "It's Elton!", LOL! The show was over too soon and I did not want to go home. The next day, I went to a ticket agency and bought two more tickets a lot closer and in the middle of the theatre, so I could see him again. I made to the stage during the encore by deftly dodging security and was able to get some pictures of EJ close up. One of my best memories, ever! I have since been able to get his autograph, shake his hand and rock out with him at the foot of the stage during the last half of a concert in Fresno 3 or 4 years ago. He mugged for the camera on that occasion and that photo is one of my most prized possesions. Now, that I've written a short story, I'm so glad that you all have enjoyed "Your Song". I did post it as it reflects my feelings for Laughing Place and the people in it! {{{{Group Hug}}}}
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo I don't have much time. My dad is a pro muso and has been with some big bands. When we were at the British Music Fair (I think in 1987 - I got to see Slash and Roy Orbison play!), Reg invited us to his party. We went for 10 mins, and when my dad saw some of the "refreshments" on offer and the drag queens, he made us leave. I was so bummed out. There were some interesting celebs there.
Originally Posted By LilliBelle I'd like to hear more when you have time, Dave. My husband's grandfather played professionally with Paul Whiteman, so I know DH would love to hear about your dad. Back in 1975, I had a chance to see EJ at Dodger Stadium, but my dad put the kibosh on that trip. He did not want his 14 year old daughter around all those "pot smokin' hippies"! My email is in my profile, if you are so inclined.
