Elton John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight, March 25, 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. One of the most successful and enduring artists in popular music history, he has sold over 300 million records worldwide. Famous for his powerful piano playing, flamboyant stage costumes, and legendary songwriting partnership with Bernie Taupin, Elton John has dominated pop, rock, and ballad genres for more than five decades EARLY LIFE & MUSICAL BEGINNINGS Born i

The debut studio album by Elton John, released on June 6, 1969. Empty Sky marks the beginning of one of the most successful careers in pop and rock history, featuring the songwriting partnership of Elton John and Bernie Taupin in its earliest form. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Elton John Title: Empty Sky Date: June 6, 1969 Label: DJM Records Format / Type: LP, Album, Stereo, Vinyl, LP, Album, Misprint, Stereo, Gatefold, Mono Sleeve, 8-Track Cartridge, Album, Stereo.