In 2026, Blue Moves Turns 50: Elton John’s Album of Transition In 2026, Blue Moves, released by Elton John on October 22, 1976, reaches its 50th anniversary. Conceived as a double album, the record occupies a distinctive place in the artist’s discography, marking the end of a creative cycle that began in the late 1960s and was defined by relentless productivity, extensive touring, and sustained commercial success. Blue Moves was recorded between March and June 1976 at several studios, including