Elton John Praises Fontaines D.C. Album

Elton John has praised Irish band Fontaines D.C. as 'the best band out there at the moment' during an interview on his Rocket Hour show, highlighting their latest album, Romance, as pivotal in their musical evolution. John commended the band's growth through their discography, stating that the new album takes them to 'a different level' and showcases truly special music. Frontman Grian Chatten echoed John's sentiments, expressing satisfaction with their current creative direction and feeling less pressured about future projects. The album, released in August, has been critically acclaimed and is expected to resonate for a long time. Despite their recent success, Fontaines D.C. faced challenges with postponed tour dates due to Chatten's vocal illness. Meanwhile, they have received mixed reactions from contemporaries like Liam Gallagher, who criticized them following remarks about the Oasis reunion.