Elton John: (Piano Man)

Elton John's Orchestral Glam Ballad Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by The Rocket Record Company (catalogue: ROKN 521) on February 4, 1977, Elton John’s “Crazy Water” — backed with “Chameleon” — entered the UK Singles Chart on February 26, peaking at number 27 and spending 6 weeks on the chart. The release backed with "Chameleon" was released throughout Europe, but failed to chart outside the UK. Elton John on the cover of his single "Crazy Water," released by The

Elton's Soulful Apology Anthem Elton John’s “Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 29, 1976, on The Rocket Record Company (catalogue: ROKN 517). Backed with “Shoulder Holster,” this poignant ballad, written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin, was the lead single from the double album Blue Moves. Produced by Gus Dudgeon, the song’s delicate piano and mournful vocals captured themes of regret, peaking at No. 11 on the UK Singles

A Melancholy Masterpiece Elton John’s Blue Moves double LP, was released in the UK on October 22, 1976, on The Rocket Record Company (catalogue: ROSP 122). This 18-track album, his second double studio release, showcased a reflective and eclectic blend of pop, rock, jazz, and ballads, marking a shift from his earlier upbeat hits. Produced by Gus Dudgeon, with contributions from lyricist Bernie Taupin and a stellar band, the album peaked at No. 3 on the UK Albums Chart for 10

Elton John’s "Pinball Wizard"  backed with "Harmony" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by DJM Records (catalog number DJS...

Published in February 1976, this Record Mirror article reveals that BBC Radio 1 is preparing a six‑part documentary series on Elton John, following the success of recent Insight programmes on Jimi Hendrix and other major pop figures.

A Rock Of The Westies Funk Blast Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 9, 1976, on DJM Records (catalogue: DJS 10646), Elton John’s “Grow Some Funk Of Your Own” — backed with “I Feel Like A Bullet (In The Gun Of Robert Ford)” — was the second single from Rock Of The Westies. Produced by Gus Dudgeon, this funky rock double A-side showcased Elton’s mid-’70s band energy. A bold Rocket Records era miss. Taken from the album Rock of the Westies, shared its A-side

Elton John’s "Rock of the Westies" , a one-page advert in Creem Magazine , December 1, 1975.

Elton John’s Rock of the Westies was released on October 24, 1975, through DJM Records in the UK (DJLPH 464) and MCA Records in the US (MCA-2132), it marked his tenth studio album and a bold shift toward a raw, guitar-driven sound. Coming off the introspective Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy , this record showcased Elton’s versatility, backed by a revamped band and the ever-reliable songwriting of Bernie Taupin. The Background: A New Band, A New Vibe By 1975, Elt

Elton John’s "Island Girl"  backed with "Sugar On The Floor" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by DJM Records (catalog...

Elton John’s Captain Fantastic Records Million , a cover and five-page feature in Circus Magazine , August 1, 1975.