By Daily Mail Reporter
Published: 07:27 EST, 26 May 2014 | Updated: 07:27 EST, 26 May 2014
He previously fronted one of the biggest bands of the 90s, but now Damon Albarn appears to be channeling a whole different look altogether.
The Blur singer could have been mistaken for Elton John as he performed from behind a black piano on Sunday, as part of Italian chat show, Che Tempo che fa.
The 46-year-old opted for eye-catching pair of tinted glasses, a style famously favoured by the Rocket Man crooner, 67.
Double take: Blur star Damon Albarn (L) could have been mistaken for Elton John (R) when he performed on Italian chat show, Che Tempo che fa, on Sunday
Damon kept the dark yellow shades firmly on throughout the show, before flashing his gold tooth as he sang.
The father-of-one looked much smarter than normal in a black suit and matching tie, complete with silver clip.
However there was still sign of the songwriter's former self thanks to his messed up 'do and dark stubble.
Piano-life: The 46-year-old sported colourful tinted glasses, a style famously favoured by the Rocket Man crooner, in dark yellow
Atmospheric: The rock star also took a seat behind a piano for the show hosted by Fabio Fazio
He tweeted ahead of the show: 'Viva Milano! Rehearsals with the Heavy Seas Choir for @chetempochefa'.
Damon had been joined on stage by a number of backing singers, while the stage was flooded by different coloured lighting.
His outing came less than a month after he surprised punters in a pub when he sang Blur hit Parklife with a local band.
Bling: The father-of-one showed off his gold tooth as he smiled after the performance
Giving it his all: He tweeted before the show: 'Viva Milano! Rehearsals with the Heavy Seas Choir for @chetempochefa'
The star joined The Gents on stage at the Red Lion in Leytonstone – ensuring the pub goers had a St George's Day to remember.
The Britpop singer made his appearance in the East End pub following a gig to promote his new solo album Everyday Robots.
According to The Gent's lead singer, Kristian Cockburn, Damon had started chatting to the duo, who are known on the pub circuit, prior to his gig which was taking place across the road and agreed to come back and sing with them later.
Starry-eyed: Damon, who opted for a smart lack suit, was joined on stage by a group of male and female singers
That's better! The singer/songwriter, pictured at the Coachella Festival last year, usually sports more casual clothing
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