In February, just days after the 2025 Grammys, Elton John and Brandi Carlile announced they had recorded a collaborative project, Who Believes in Angels?, along with contributions from John's longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin and hit producer Andrew Watt.

Before Elton John has even sung a note on his 37 th studio album, Who Believes in Angels?, his fans’ spirits will be soaring. The slow building two-minute prelude to opening track, The Rose of Laura Nyro,

Elton John retired from touring in 2023, and last year, he experienced a serious health scare involving his vision. But for an artist with his work ethic and drive, slowing down was never really an option.