Elton John reschedules Liverpool shows due to Eurovision 2023

24 October 2022, 12:19

The legendary singer-songwriter's dates in the city have changed so they don't interfere with preparations for the international competition.

Elton John is moving two of his Liverpool dates for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour to make way for Eurovision preparations.

The legendary piano man was set to play the city's M&S Bank Arena on 22nd and 23rd April 2023, but has now moved both shoes to an earlier date of 23rd and 24th March 2023.

In a statement, the venue explained: "Following the exciting news that Liverpool will host the 2023 Eurovision Song Concert, Elton John’s ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ tour show, due to take place on Saturday 22 April 2023 & Sunday 23 April 2023, has been rescheduled.”

See Elton John's full dates here.

The new dates would leave enough space for rehearsals and preparations for Eurovision rounds as well as its grand final on 13th May 2023.

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The Eurovision Song Contest grand final takes place on 13th May 2023. Earlier this year, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) revealed that the UK would host Eurovision on behalf of Ukraine, due to the war in the country following the invasion of Russia.

Liverpool won the bid out of seven shortlisted cites including Glasgow, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield.

Sam Ryder came second to Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra in this year's contest, so he will be a part of the celebrations.

However, the United Kingdom has vowed to make sure the show is a "true reflection" of Ukrainian culture as well as showcasing British talent.

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Meanwhile, last week saw Kalush Orchestra join forces with The Rasmus on a cover of In The Shadows, entitled In The Shadows Of Ukraine.

Watch the official video for the collaboration below:

Kalush Orchestra & The Rasmus - In The Shadows of Ukraine

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