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Elton John: (Piano Man)
Bespectacled rocket man in Donald Duck suits, stacking #1s like glitter bricks. Crocodile Rock boogied your dad, Daniel made you cry, Saturday Night's Alright punched the disco. Layered everything-fingers, feathers, fame. The ultimate glam show-off who turned piano into pyrotechnics. More sequins arriving weekly.


Elton John & Kiki Dee (June 25, 1976 Release) “Don't Go Breaking My Heart” / “Snow Queen” – Single 7" UK
A Motown-inspired duet, “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” became one of Elton John’s biggest hits and a summer anthem of 1976. Recorded with Kiki Dee, the song topped the UK and US charts and remains a fan favourite for its playful chemistry and upbeat energy. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Elton John & Kiki Dee Label: The Rocket Record Company Date: June 25, 1976 Catalogue: ROKN 512 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Don't Go Breaking My Heart” B-Side: “Snow Queen” Written by:

Elton John
Jun 24, 1976


Elton John (August 1975) – “Elton John” Cover Feature – Circus Raves
The August 1975 issue of Circus Raves features Elton John on the cover and includes a detailed feature on his work with Bernie Taupin and producer Gus Dudgeon. Publication: Circus Raves Date: August 1975 Country: United States The cover shows a close-up of Elton John wearing large rhinestone glasses with his mouth open and feathers around his neck. Inside, the feature discusses the recording of albums with Bernie Taupin and Gus Dudgeon, early sessions, the making of tracks,

Elton John
Jul 31, 1975


Elton John (July 6, 1975) "Here and There" Live Album Promotion + Glamorous Photoshoot – Circus Magazine Multi-Page Feature
A vibrant multi-page Circus Magazine spread from July 1975 celebrating Elton John’s live album Here and There, featuring a glamorous photoshoot with Elton in flamboyant attire alongside stunning models, alongside promotional content highlighting his recent concert recordings from London and New York during his unstoppable 1970s superstar era. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Publication: Circus Magazine Date: July 6, 1975 Country: United States Section: Multi-Page Artist Fea

Elton John
Jul 5, 1975


Elton John (July 1, 1975) "Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy" Full Page Advert – Circus Magazine
Circus Magazine full-page advertisement promoting Elton John’s highly anticipated and autobiographical album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy, featuring one of the most elaborate and imaginative album covers of the 1970s. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS A spectacular full-page advertisement celebrating the release of Elton John’s Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy, a deeply personal and conceptual album that tells the autobiographical story of Elton and

Elton John
Jun 30, 1975


Elton John (July 1, 1975) "Rock Idylls #2" Illustration – Circus Magazine
Circus Magazine full-page artistic illustration tribute to Elton John, part of their “Rock Idylls” series, featuring a striking and surreal depiction of Elton with a ghostly Marilyn Monroe figure rising above him, paying homage to his iconic persona and the emotional depth of his music. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS A beautiful and surreal full-page illustration in Circus Magazine’s “Rock Idylls” series, portraying Elton John in a dramatic, theatrical pose with a ghostly,

Elton John
Jun 30, 1975


Elton John (June 21, 1975) Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy 30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition CD
The 30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of Elton John’s landmark 1975 album Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy, featuring the complete original album, bonus tracks, and a full live performance recorded at Wembley Stadium on June 21, 1975. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Elton John Title: Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy – 30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition Date: 2005 (Deluxe Edition) Label: Mercury Format / Type: 2CD Deluxe Edition Country: Europe Catalogue

Elton John
Jun 20, 1975


Elton John (June 21, 1975) “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” Single Advertisement – Disc
The June 21, 1975 edition of Disc magazine features a prominent advertisement for Elton John’s new single “Someone Saved My Life Tonight”, taken from the album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy. Publication: Disc Date: June 21, 1975 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Single Advertisement THE STORY The advert promotes Elton John’s latest single with striking artwork from the Captain Fantastic album campaign, highlighting the upcoming release date of Ju

Elton John
Jun 20, 1975


Elton John (June 20, 1975 Release) “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” / “House of Cards” – Single 7" UK
A deeply personal and emotionally powerful piano ballad, “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” is one of Elton John’s most autobiographical songs. Written about a suicidal crisis in 1968 and the intervention of his friend Long John Baldry, the track became a major hit and a fan favourite. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Elton John Label: DJM Date: June 20, 1975 Catalogue: DJS 385 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK A-Side: “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” Written by: Elton John, Bernie Taup

Elton John
Jun 19, 1975


Elton John (May 23, 1975 Release) Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy Album
Elton John’s landmark autobiographical 1975 album Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy, released on May 23, 1975, which became the first album ever to debut at No. 1 on the US Billboard 200 and remains one of his most acclaimed works. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Elton John Title: Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy Date: May 23, 1975 (Original) Label: DJM (UK) Format / Type: Album (Gatefold) Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: Original LP: DJLPX 1 20

Elton John
May 22, 1975


Record Reviews (May 1, 1975) – Multi‑Album Feature
This single‑page review column from Circus’s May 1, 1975 issue showcases the magazine’s punchy, conversational mid‑’70s editorial style. Bold black‑and‑yellow section headers frame three concise album reviews, each written for the magazine’s young rock readership. A performance photograph anchors the bottom corner, giving the page its signature Circus visual energy.

Elton John
Apr 30, 1975
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