Proud to introduce English rock drummer Nigel Olsson
Nigel Olsson
Nigel Olsson is an English rock drummer who is best known for his long-time affiliation with Elton John. He was born on February 10, 1949, in Wallasey, England.
In this article, we will explore his early life, career, music, social media presence, net worth, and a summary.
Birth
10 February 1949
Spouse
Schanda Butler (married 1989)
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Early Life
Nigel was born on February 10, 1949, in Wallasey, England. He began playing drums at a young age and was influenced by drummers such as Ringo Starr and Buddy Rich.
Career
Nigel began his career as a session musician in the late 1960s.
He played with several bands before joining Elton John's band in 1970.
Olsson played drums, percussion, and provided backing vocals for Elton John's early albums, including Honky Chateau, Don't Shoot Me..., Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Caribou, and Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy.
He left the band in 1976 to pursue a solo career and released several albums, including Nigel's Drum Orchestra and Chorus and Nigel Olsson.
Olsson returned to Elton John's band in 2000 as part of his touring band, alternating between drums and backing vocals on certain songs.
In 2023, he was part of Elton John's Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour.
Music
Nigel is best known for his work with Elton John. He played drums, percussion, and provided backing vocals for Elton John's early albums, including Honky Chateau, Don't Shoot Me..., Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Caribou, and Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy.
He has also released several solo albums, including Nigel Olsson's Drum Orchestra and Chorus and Nigel Olsson.
Nigel Olsson summary
Nigel Olsson is an English rock drummer who is best known for his long-time affiliation with Elton John.
He began playing drums at a young age and was influenced by drummers such as Ringo Starr and Buddy Rich.
He played drums, percussion, and provided backing vocals for Elton John's early albums, including Honky Chateau, Don't Shoot Me..., Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Caribou, and Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy.
He has also released several solo albums, including Nigel Olsson's Drum Orchestra and Chorus and Nigel Olsson.
Nigel Olsson does not have a significant social media presence, and his net worth is not publicly known.
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