Elton John Announces Epic Three-year Final World Tour

Elton John has confirmed rumours he will retire from touring, today announcing an epic and final three-year world tour, Farewell Yellow Brick Road.

The music icon announced he will kick his final run off in the US this September and will hit Australia and New Zealand from December 2019-February 2020.

While further information regarding the Australian leg is expected to be announced in the coming months, it is believed they will be the most extensive of John's local shows ever.

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"It’s time to come off the road so I fully embrace the next chapter of my life," John said.

"Performing live fuels me and I’m ecstatic and humbled to continue to play to audiences across the globe.

"I plan to bring the passion and creativity that has entertained my fans for decades to my final tour.

"After the tour finishes, I’m very much looking forward to coming off the road so I can dedicate more time to raising my children."

See the full announcement below.

John was in Australia just last year in support of his Once In A Lifetime tour.

Keep an eye on theMusic.com.au for more details as they come.