A trio of key updates from the February 10, 1973 NME: The Sweet secure a major Rainbow Theatre headliner, Elton John expands his upcoming tour, and Lou Reed confirms a new run of UK dates.

A transitional moment for Elton John — between albums, across borders, and into the collector’s spotlight.

A candid early‑career interview with Elton John, reflecting on his partnership with Bernie Taupin, his early struggles, his stage persona, and the evolution of his identity as a performer and songwriter.

A detailed look at how Elton John and Bernie Taupin first connected through a classified advertisement, leading to one of the most successful songwriting partnerships in modern music.

A tiny Boston crowd, a rising star named “Reg,” and a psychedelic poster that survived against all odds — the beginning of Elton John’s American story.