Elton John and Brandi Carlile's vibrant, collaborative studio album, Who Believes In Angels?, was written and recorded over 20 days, with the artists and producer Andrew Watt at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles. The project also included contributions from lyricist Bernie Taupin.

Cultural impact

• Elton John and Brandi Carlile hosted "An Evening With Elton John & Brandi Carlile" at the London Palladium.

• A 30-minute film series, "Who Believes In Angels? Stories From The Edge Of Creation," documented the album's creation, marking the first time Elton John allowed cameras during his writing and recording sessions.

• The collaboration is a testament to the duo's longstanding relationship, which first manifested with a 2021 song that was recorded and released during the global pandemic.

Critical response

• Mojo described Who Believes In Angels? as "a collaboration of equals: a career highlight for Carlile and a rejuvenation for John." Read full review

• UMusic.co.nz noted that the collaboration "delivers a refreshing sound that diverges from what a typical solo Elton John album might offer today." Read full review

• The Archer Oracle observed that the album "beautifully deals with themes of mortality, loss and the mysteries of life and death." Read full review