In a festive video to his fans, Elton John hinted at releasing not one, but two new solo albums in the coming year. The British icon, who retired from touring last year, shared his excitement about returning to the studio amid ongoing musical projects. This comes after his 2025 collaboration with Brandi Carlile earned Grammy nominations.
Elton John, the legendary singer-songwriter, surprised Rocket Club members with a holiday video message on December 26, 2025. In it, he revealed plans to enter the studio in April 2026 to record a new album, while teasing that he has already completed another one. "I’ll be going to the studio next April to make a record. But I’ve already made one, which is fantastic. So I’m teasing you with that one," John said.
This announcement builds on earlier hints from the artist. In a November 2025 interview with Variety, John expressed eagerness to create fresh material, stating, "I just can’t wait to go into the studio now and write some new songs and go from there." He also mentioned receiving "seven new lyrics" from longtime collaborator Bernie Taupin, suggesting ample material for upcoming work.
Despite stepping away from large-scale tours following his farewell shows in 2023, John has remained active. He disclosed performing 11 private gigs in 2025 and affirmed his vocal prowess: "I’m in great voice and I enjoy playing with the band and on my own." Looking ahead, he promoted his headlining slot at the Rock in Rio festival in September 2026, quipping, "Who would’ve thought?"
John's recent joint album with Brandi Carlile, titled Who Believe In Angels?, released in 2025 and garnered Grammy nominations, underscoring his continued influence in music. Fans can anticipate solo releases that may feature Taupin's lyrics set to John's melodies, potentially marking a vibrant new chapter post-retirement.
