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Nigel Olsson (born 10 February 1949) is an English rock drummer best known for his long-time affiliation with Elton John. A dynamic drummer and backing vocalist, Olsson helped establish the Elton John sound as a member of the Elton John Band alongside bassist Dee Murray .
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Aug 22, 2018 · Nigel Olsson reflects on his lengthy career drumming for Elton John, his side interest in auto racing and whether or not he'll retire.
Apr 11, 2011 · The drummer and guitarist go way back, comprising half of the famed, original Elton John four-piece (which also included the late bassist Dee Murray). Olsson admitted to a fair amount of amazement that he's played with Sir Elton for over 40 years.
Feb 10, 2018 · Nigel’s most recent credit on an Elton project was as drummer and backing vocalist on Elton’s 2016 album Wonderful Crazy Night. Fun fact: Nigel (along with 3 other band members) provided uncredited handclaps on the brilliant stomper, Guilty Pleasure.
Nigel Olsson helped define the Elton John Band sound that took the singer’s career to new heights in the 1970s and has been a fan favorite for decades.
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Jan 15, 2007 · When news hit in the mid-’80s that Nigel Olsson was no longer playing drums with Elton John, the singer and drummer’s fans were shocked. The drummer’s name had practically become synonymous with Elton’s music.
Oct 7, 2020 · To mark the 50th anniversary of Sir Elton John’s famed Troubadour performance, Pollstar caught up with longtime drummer extraordinaire Nigel Olsson to get his take on the historical gig that...
Apr 23, 2017 · Nigel Olsson has been Elton John's drummer for nearly 50 years. He speaks to Duncan Seaman ahead of the band's Leeds gig.
Nigel Olsson is an English rock drummer and singer best known for his long-time affiliation with Elton John. A dynamic drummer and backing vocalist, Olsson helped establish the Elton...
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