King Charles and Elton John record Trust anniversary special

King Charles and Elton John have recorded a special episode of Rocket Hour linking music with the work of the King’s Trust, which is marking its 50th year. The hourlong programme is scheduled to premiere on Apple Music on Saturday, November 14, Charles’s 78th birthday. It was recorded in October at Apple Music Studios in Battersea Power Station, London.

The episode revisits performances staged in support of the Trust, including rock galas at Wembley Arena in the 1980s and later concerts in Hyde Park and at the Royal Albert Hall. The King and John also discuss musicians who received support from the charity early in their careers.

One example is Muse, which received a Trust grant to buy equipment while performing under the name Rocket Baby Dolls. The band later performed at a Royal Albert Hall benefit for the charity in 2018, according to the programme announcement.

The full tracklist is being held until broadcast. Announced selections include Muse’s version of “Feeling Good,” Raye’s “Joy” and Skye Newman’s “Hairdresser.” The programme is presented as a musical journey across performers who have supported the Trust and newer artists it has helped.