Saturday night’s alright for rocking as Sir Elton’s gig wows Advertiser readers

Yes, it really happened. Sir Elton John performed in Airdrie and it was an evening the 14,000 in attendance will never forget.

The legendary superstar provided the town with a wonderful crazy night as he and his band knocked out hit after hit to an ecstatic Excelsior Stadium audience.

Wilma Robertson was in the packed crowd: “Fantastic night. Loved the old lady dancing with her daughter. Everyone’s reaction was the same, aww.”

Stuart Mitchell also loved the cracking concert: “We all had a brilliant night... looking forward to more big acts in future.”

Tracey Brown agreed: “Brilliant night. Would love to see more big names following suit.”

Elizabeth Geraldine Caulfield added: “Superb concert – and within walking distance. Hopefully more concerts are on the menu.”

Susan Smith even had a suggestion for a potential future star to take to the Airdrie stage: “What about a wee bit of Rod Stewart to follow?”

Mary Teresa Beekman-Thomas posted: “Put our wee toon on the map!”

Lynda Boyce was impressed by Sir Elton’s sound: “Fantastic night, he sounds as good as he always did.”

A view backed by Elaine Davidson: “Fantastic night. Elton John is brilliant live.”

Janice Brown commented: “Great night, couldn’t ask for better.”

Mould Man Lanarkshire & Glasgow joked – we think – about the pop icon’s day in Airdrie: “Elton had steak pie in the Tudor, a few pints in the Four Isles, into Diamonds, and chicken pakora from 3 in 1 before being lifted – that would put Airdrie on the map!”

Dot Bell hailed the Excelsior’s hosting skills: “Was a great night and the venue was perfect.”

Margaret Jassal added: “Great night. Who are you going to have next? It’s a great venue.”

Alexander Mullen rocked on at the gig: “One word to describe last night – amazing!”

Feeling the love tonight Sir Elton was thrilled by the appreciative Airdrie crowd