Fri Apr 04 04:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Elton John and Brandi Carlile Release Collaborative Album After Years of Friendship

**NEW YORK, NY** — Music legends Elton John and Brandi Carlile have released their highly anticipated collaborative album, a culmination of a friendship spanning years. The album, marking Carlile’s eighth studio album and John’s 33rd, was recorded at Sunset Sound in Hollywood and features a mix of energy and emotionally resonant tracks.

The unlikely duo’s partnership began years ago when Carlile, a lifelong fan who idolized John since childhood, reached out to him to collaborate. Their connection deepened, leading to performances, vacations with their families, and ultimately, this joint album.

John, who recently celebrated his 78th birthday, described the experience as “one of the greatest musical experiences of my life,” despite battling a severe eye infection that has left him nearly blind for the past seven months. He emphasized his continued ability to create music as a “gift” and expressed contentment with his life.

The album’s emotional depth is palpable, particularly in the final track, “When This Old World Is Done With Me,” co-written by John’s long-time collaborator Bernie Taupin. John recounted becoming overcome with emotion during the recording, reflecting on mortality and his desire to cherish time with his family – husband David Furnish and their two sons.

For Carlile, the collaboration is a dream come true. The album’s creation, captured on camera, included tense moments but ultimately proved to be an incredibly rewarding experience. She described watching John create music as akin to witnessing a “great composer,” highlighting the inspiration and mutual artistic push they provided each other.

The album’s title track, “Who Believes In Angels?”, seems fitting for a collaboration that has defied expectations and produced a powerful and deeply personal body of work. Both artists emphasize the importance of embracing challenges and continuously pushing creative boundaries. The album is available now.

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