Elton John has just announced the details of his highly anticipated new album, a collaboration with Brandi Carlile. Titled ‘Who Believes in Angels?,’ this album was recorded in just 20 days in October 2023 and is set to be released on April 4th. Elton shared his excitement, saying, "This record was one of the toughest I’ve ever made, but it was also one of the greatest musical experiences of my life. It has given me a place where I know I can move forward. Who Believes In Angels? feels like going into another era and I’m pushing the door open to come into the future. I have everything I’ve done behind me and it’s been brilliant, amazing. But this is the new start for me. As far as I’m concerned, this is the start of my career mark two.”
Brandi Carlile echoed Elton's sentiments, expressing her awe at being part of the project. "I’m still reeling from the fact that I got to do it. I think all ships rise with Elton John’s standards for songwriting, and it was an incredibly challenging and inspiring environment to work in, everybody throwing in ideas, everybody listening to everybody else’s ideas. It felt like a family. The world is a wild place to live in right now. It’s hard to find peace and triumph. It’s a radical act to seek out joyful and euphoric happenings. And that is what this album represents to me.” The album features lyrics written by Elton's longtime collaborator Bernie Taupin and Brandi, with Andrew Watt producing. Backing musicians include Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers on drums, Pino Palladino on bass, and Josh Klinghoffer, former Chili Peppers and current Pearl Jam touring guitarist.
Elton and Brandi have just released the title track along with a lyric video, and a behind-the-scenes video documenting the making of the album. This marks the first time Elton has allowed cameras to film his writing and recording sessions.
[Source: Classic Hits Today]