Elton John and Brandi Carlile returned to Saturday Night Live as musical guests on April 5, 2025, performing two songs from their collaborative album Who Believes in Angels? Jack Black hosted the episode, which NBC lists as season 50, episode 17.
What songs did Elton John and Brandi Carlile perform on SNL?
John and Carlile performed “Little Richard’s Bible” and “Who Believes in Angels?” Both tracks are associated with their collaborative album of the same title, which had recently been released when the performances aired.
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Elton 60: Live At Madison Square Garden[2 DVD] | $16.69 | Buy on Amazon |
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Elton John: Elton 60 - Live At Madison Square Garden | $7.59 | Buy on Amazon |
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When did Elton John return to SNL?
The episode aired on April 5, 2025. NBC’s SNL episode listing identifies it as season 50, episode 17, with Jack Black as host. A contemporary report published April 6, 2025, described the appearance as John’s first on the show in more than a decade and placed his previous appearance in April 2011, when he was both host and musical guest.
Where can you watch the episode?
NBC says Saturday Night Live also streams on Peacock. That listing does not confirm whether the April 5 episode or a particular performance clip is currently available, so check Peacock or NBC’s current SNL page for viewing options.
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About the album
Who Believes in Angels? is the collaborative album connecting the two songs to the broadcast. A report published at the time said it was available to purchase and stream, but did not specify formats, editions, retailers, or present-day availability.
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- Elton's record breaking 60th sell-out performance at Madison Square Garden on his 60th birthday was recorded on March 25, 2007 and was televised worldwide. This awe-inspiring moment was captured in breath-taking high definition complete with 5.1 surround sound and stereo mixes. Track Listing/Features: Sixty Years On, Madman Across the Water, Where To Now St. Peter?, Hercules, Ballad of a W
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