Welsh musician Bright Light Bright Light picked for prestigious support slot on Elton John UK and European tour.

He's the Welshman from the small village of Crynant who has been taken under the wing of one of the biggest names in rock ‘n’ roll. Bright Light Bright Light – aka Welsh musician Rod Thomas – was named as the support act for Elton’s forthcoming UK and European tour, which means he will be playing the biggest shows of his life at some of the largest arenas both home and abroad.

The tour announcement comes after he pulled off something off a masterstroke by teaming up with the music legend on his new single - "I Wish We Were Leaving." Thomas is a close friend of the star – a relationship that can be traced back years.

“Elton John and I have been friends for quite a while, actually,” explained the singer, who grew up in the village which is near Neath. “A couple of years ago I was managed by a company that Elton John owned. When he heard that the album I released in 2012, "Make Me Believe In Hope," was coming out – he rang me and said that he loved it.”

And the pair have since stayed in touch with Thomas, who is now based in New York, believing that the piano man was perfect to duet with on his new track – part of a five song EP, which was released recently. “I kept hearing his voice on the track. In time I played him 'I Wish We Were Leaving' and he added his vocals. Although it wasn’t written as a duet, I love that his voice taking lead in the second verse is a reminder that every relationship has two sides and two voices. It’s the hardest secret I’ve had to keep, and I’m very thrilled,” he added.

For Elton it also meant working outside of his comfort zone.
“Working with Bright Light Bright Light was a challenge for me as I love electronica but am quite ignorant on the recording process,” revealed Elton. “I had to sing in a completely different way which I really enjoyed. I think that the combination of our voices is ethereal and beautiful.”

Thomas releases new album "Life Is Easy" in July 2014. Find out more at www.brightlightx2.com.

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