Tom and Deborah Cridland on their wedding day in Ravello

Tom Cridland, also known as Sir El Tom, is a singer, songwriter and piano player.

Tom works with his wife, Deborah, whom he married in Italy on the 14th October, 2023.

Tom Cridland performing at McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre

Tom learnt the piano aged 30 in 2021 to quit drinking, inspired by Elton John.

He is a songwriter and record producer, who has interviewed and worked in the studio with some of the biggest names in music such as Earth, Wind & Fire, Raye, Annie Lennox, Shania Twain and Ronnie Wood.

He has performed globally including concerts in all 50 American states and at legendary venues such as Carnegie Hall, Coliseu dos Recreios, Qualistage, State Theatre Sydney and the Adelphi Theatre.

Elton John in a gold Tom Cridland suit with his band

Tom's extensive work as a fashion designer has included creating Nigel Olsson's stage outfits across several tours and hundreds of concerts, including the purple suit he wore at Glastonbury in 2023 and the "Brazil" tailoring at Rock in Rio 2026.