Elton John was on the scene and gaining popularity in both the U.S. and in the U.K. with songs like “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down On Me”
Bob Dylan was back in the limelight “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door”
Frank Sinatra was singing “My Way” at the Madison Square Garden in New York City
Crosby, Stills, Nash& Young got together again with songs like “Love the One You’re With”
Stevie Wonder’s second album “Innervisions” was very successful having come out the year before with songs like “Golden Lady” This year the album won the Grammy for Album of the Year.
Roberta Flack came out with her album Killing Me Softly in 1973. The title song “Killing Me Softly With His Song” released as a single won the 1974 Grammy Award for Record of the Year
One of the most influential jazz music artists of all time left this world Duke Ellington ‘Take the A Train”

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Great music by Elton John. Many favorites.
I love the music of Elton John too, Carol.
Yeah I agree 1974 – Another great year for music
The 1970a had lots to like in music of all kinds.
1974 – Another great year for music. Gotta love Elton and Stevie. I wanted to go to Elton’s concerts; but I was unable to; and the one this fall will be his last. Thanks for posting.
Glad you enjoyed the music here Linda. Yes, both Elton and Stevie wonder had many great hits.
I thing it would be interesting if everyone here made a list and see how alike or different it might be.
That could be interesting since not everyone agrees on the same thing,.
1974 was, indeed, a good year for music, as was the 70’s in general I think! I didn’t know Duke Ellington died this year though. I love his music.
Many jazz lovers followed along whenever Duke Ellington played in New York City. There were many great jazz clubs.