King Charles joins Elton John on his radio show
The monarch and the pop star talk about favourite performances and the work of the King's Trust in an episode due to broadcast this Saturday.
Key points
- King Charles III took part in Sir Elton John's Rocket Hour radio show
- The broadcast has been timed to fall around the King's 78th birthday
- The pair talked about favourite performances and music's place in the King's Trust
- The conversation was taped without public knowledge last month and airs this Saturday
- The full track list will not be revealed until the broadcast
King Charles III has taken part in an episode of Sir Elton John’s radio programme, according to BBC News. The broadcast has been timed to fall around the monarch’s 78th birthday. It is scheduled to be aired this Saturday.
On the Rocket Hour show, the King praised the singer as a treasured figure in British culture who has remained popular for decades. Sir Elton responded with a joke that he might end up on the Antiques Roadshow. The King replied that he was welcome to join the group.
What the episode covers
The conversation centred on memorable musical moments the two men have enjoyed. Music’s role in the King’s charity was also part of the discussion.
The recording took place without public knowledge last month. A trailer for the programme shows the pair laughing as they talk. In a voiceover clip, Sir Elton said he looked forward to hearing the King’s views on music, on the trust and on shared recollections.
The track selections have not been revealed. BBC News reported that numbers by Skye Newman, Raye and Muse are reportedly included, but the complete playlist will only be made known on broadcast day.
Background to the King’s Trust
The charity, formerly called The Prince’s Trust, was founded by Charles in 1976. Its purpose is to support young people who begin life from difficult circumstances, helping them cope with hard situations, secure jobs or set up their own firms.
Sir Elton has been a consistent backer of the organisation. He recently gave a pair of tinted spectacles to a charity auction marking its half-century anniversary this year.
During the recording, the King said that being invited to present music from long-time supporters and emerging talent helped by the trust was an offer he could not turn down.
Charity concerts and a new programme
The pair will also look back at standout events held for the trust. Those include rock nights at Wembley Arena during the 1980s, an event Sir Elton performed at, along with benefit nights at the Royal Albert Hall and open-air concerts in Hyde Park.
The episode was taped at Apple Music Studios, the venue that produces the programme, inside Battersea Power Station. The King and Sir Elton were there to mark the start of the Apple x King’s Trust Creative Labs. This mentorship scheme is designed to introduce young people to work in the creative sector.
The broadcast gives the trust a high-profile platform as it promotes its work with young people and its creative programmes.
Frequently asked questions
When will the King and Sir Elton Johnu0026#039;s radio episode air?
The episode is scheduled to be broadcast this Saturday, according to BBC News. It was taped without public knowledge last month.
What is the Kingu0026#039;s Trust?
The Kingu0026#039;s Trust was formerly known as The Princeu0026#039;s Trust and was founded by Charles in 1976. It supports young people in finding work, managing difficult situations or starting their own businesses.
Which songs will be featured on the episode?
The full track list has not been released. BBC News reported that songs by Skye Newman, Raye and Muse are reportedly among the chosen tracks.
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