Elton John to perform in Grand Rapids for the first time in over 11 years

Elton John is to appear live in Grand Rapids in April. Although no stranger to Michigan, this will be the first time in eleven years that Elton has played a concert in Grand Rapids. The concert will take place on Saturday, April 24, 2010, 8PM at the Van Andel Arena. Elton and his band will perform their ‘Rocket Man -the Greatest Hits Live’ concert, featuring number one chart hits and classic album tracks from throughout Elton’s incredible five-decade career.

Elton’s band comprises Davey Johnstone on guitar, Bob Birch on bass, John Mahon on percussion, Nigel Olsson on drums and Kim Bullard on keyboards. One of the most successful live acts on the road today, Elton and his band put on the kind of show you never forget: the entire audience standing, dancing and singing along with much-loved classic songs such as “Your Song”, “Daniel”, “Rocket Man”, “Bennie and the Jets” and many, many more.

Rich MacKeigan, General Manager of Van Andel Arena said, “Elton John is one of the most memorable acts to have graced the stage at Van Andel Arena. It is difficult to find someone that generates as much excitement as he does. His music transcends generations. He is one of those rare performers that appeals to so many different age groups.”

The monumental career of international singer/songwriter and performer Elton John spans five decades. He is one of the top-selling solo artists of all time, with 35 gold and 25 platinum albums, 29 consecutive Top 40 hits, and he has sold more than 250 million records worldwide. John holds the record for the biggest selling single of all time, “Candle in the Wind ‘97,” which sold 37 million copies. Since his career began in 1969 he has played almost 3,000 concerts worldwide.

Tickets: Tickets are $139.00, $89.00, $39.00 available through all Ticketmaster locations and go on sale March 15.

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April 24th, 2010 @ 8 p.m.
Van Andel Arena
130 West Fulton
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
616-742-6600
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