ITV ANNOUNCES AN EVENING WITH ELTON JOHN AND BRANDI CARLILE CONCERT SPECIAL

ITV announces An Evening with Elton John and Brandi Carlile, a new primetime concert special featuring live performances, captivating stories about the pair’s careers and their enduring friendship, plus an intimate look at their new collaborative album, hosted by Dan Levy. 

Filming on 26th March at The London Palladium and accompanied by a live band, Elton John and Brandi Carlile will perform songs from their upcoming new album, ‘Who Believes in Angels?’, play a selection of their individual greatest hits as well as duetting on some iconic tracks, giving the audience a chance to experience their beloved songs as never heard before.

Between these electrifying solo and duo performances, Elton and Brandi will also invite the audience to a sit-down conversation on stage, hosted by their close friend Dan Levy, that will pull back the curtain on their 20-year friendship and look into their remarkable lives and journeys.

Plus they will take a look at exclusively shot, 'behind the scenes' footage from the making of the album. Additionally, throughout the evening, those closest to Elton and Brandi will pay emotional tributes to the artists’ illustrious careers.

Elton John and Brandi Carlile’s collaborative album ‘Who Believes in Angels?’ will be available from 4th April via Island EMI Records.

Katie Rawcliffe, Director of Entertainment & Daytime Commissioning at ITV commented: "We're so excited to bring this unforgettable evening with the inimitable Elton John and acclaimed Brandi Carlile to our audiences on ITV1 and ITVX. Following the success of our recent music specials ‘An Evening with Dua Lipa’ and ‘Katy Perry: Night of a Lifetime’, this show promises to be a special one, filled with incredible music, poignant moments, and stories from their remarkable careers at one of London’s most iconic venues."

Gabe Turner, Partner at Fulwell Entertainment added: “It’s an absolute thrill to be working again with Elton John on this special evening, alongside the brilliant Brandi Carlile. We know that audiences are in for a real treat and it’s been a pleasure for all of us at Fulwell Entertainment to bring this project to life.”

The music special will air on Saturday 19th April on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player.