King Charles Teams Up With Sir Elton John for Apple Music Radio Special
Technology · First reported 12 Nov, 00:00 · Updated 00:25
King Charles has recorded a special hour-long episode of Sir Elton John's Apple Music radio show, Rocket Hour, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of The King's Trust. Set to broadcast on the monarch's 78th birthday, the programme features the pair discussing music history and highlighting artists who received early support from the charity.
- King Charles and Sir Elton John recorded an hour-long edition of the radio show Rocket Hour at Apple Music Studios in Battersea Power Station.
- The broadcast is scheduled to premiere on Saturday, November 14, at 9am UK time on Apple Music 1, coinciding with the King's 78th birthday.
- The programme marks the 50th anniversary of The King's Trust, which was established by Charles in 1976 using his Royal Navy severance pay to aid young talent.
- The playlist features tracks from artists supported by the charity, including Muse's version of Feeling Good, Raye's Joy, and Skye Newman's Hairdresser.
- During the discussion, the pair reflected on historic fundraising performances dating back to 1980s Wembley rock galas and exchanged jokes about appearing on the Antiques Roadshow.
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- Broadcast Date
- Saturday, November 14, at 9am UK time
- Platform
- Apple Music 1
- Recording Location
- Battersea Power Station, London
- Charity Celebrated
- The King's Trust 50th anniversary
- Monarch's Age
- 78
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