Officially changed his name to Elton John in 1967. The name was inspired by members of his early band, Bluesology. The saxophone player was named Elton Dean, and the lead singer was named Long John ...
Won a piano scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music at age 11. Officially changed his name to Elton John in 1967. The name was inspired by members of his early band, Bluesology. The saxophone player ...