Elton John: (Piano Man)

This full‑page Circus advertisement from May 1975 features Elton John in a glamorous stage portrait, promoting Pioneer Electronics. The image shows Elton seated at his piano, wearing oversized crystal‑rimmed glasses and a white fur‑trimmed jacket, illuminated by stage lights. Across the top, a handwritten message reads:

The August 1974 issue of Creem features a full-page advertisement for Elton John’s new album Caribou. Publication: Creem Date: August 1974 Country: United States The advert shows a black-and-white photograph of Elton John smiling, wearing large white-framed glasses and a bold tiger-striped jacket. The text promotes the album with the lines “ELTON JOHN A New Album CARIBOU Rock ’n Roll in Peak Condition.” and notes that it is available on MCA Records & Tapes. The catalogue numb

THE RELEASE Label: DJM Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Japan Catalogue: IFR-10563 Release Date: July 5, 1974 TRACK LIST A-Side Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Elton John / Bernie Taupin) B-Side Sick City (Elton John / Bernie Taupin) WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Commercial version: Standard DJM orange/beige labels with full track and production credits. Promo / Demo version: White label with “見本 非売品” (Sample Not For Sale) stamp, large “A” marking, stereo notation, and detailed credi

NME reviews Elton John’s new album Caribou with the headline “Take a holiday, Elton. Take two” in the June 15, 1974 issue. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: June 15, 1974 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Albums (Page 8) THE STORY Charles Shaar Murray delivers a highly critical review of Elton John’s album Caribou, describing it as one of his most disappointing releases since Madman Across The Water. The review criticises the album’s lack of inspira

A powerful orchestral pop ballad from the Caribou album — one of Elton John’s most enduring classics, featuring Beach Boys backing vocals and dramatic production by Gus Dudgeon. RELEASE DETAILS Date: 24 May 1974 Catalogue: DJS 302 Format: 7" Single Country: United Kingdom Label: DJM Records Album: Caribou (1974) A-Side: Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me B-Side: Sick City THE STORY Released on 24 May 1974 as the lead single from Elton John’s eighth studio album Caribou, “Don’t L

Released on October 15, 1973, "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" was issued in the United States by MCA Records under catalogue number MCA-40148. The single featured the title track from Elton John's landmark Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album and was backed with "Young Man's Blues". Written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin and produced by Gus Dudgeon, the release showcased one of the songwriting partnership's most celebrated compositions. The single paired the reflective and highly mel

The July 14, 1973 issue of Disc features Elton John on the cover and promotes an exclusive interview with David Bowie about his “I quit!” statement that shocked the music world. Publication: Disc Date: July 14, 1973 Country: United Kingdom The cover shows Elton John seated outdoors in a pink sweater, blue jeans and boots. A prominent box announces “BOWIE TALKS – Exclusively to Disc about that ‘I quit!’ statement that shocked the music world.” The issue also advertises a doubl

The June 30, 1973 edition of New Musical Express features the weekly singles reviews, including coverage of Elton John and Middle of the Road among the new releases. Publication: NME (New Musical Express) Date: June 30, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Singles Reviews THE STORY The page reviews several new singles, with Elton John highlighted alongside Middle of the Road and other artists. It reflects the competitive UK singles chart scene during the sum

A high-energy glam rock anthem and one of Elton John’s most enduring live classics, “Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting” was the lead single from the landmark album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Label: DJM Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Catalogue: DJX 502 Release Date: June 29, 1973 A powerful, stomping rocker driven by Elton’s piano, Davey Johnstone’s guitar, and energetic vocals. Orange and black DJM labels. Promo copies on yellow labe

The June 19, 1973 edition of Melody Maker features a packed news page covering major stories on The Faces, Elton John, and Slade. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 19, 1973 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Music News THE STORY The page includes reports on The Faces’ activities, Elton John’s upcoming releases and tours, and Slade’s chart success and live shows. It reflects the vibrant British music scene during the summer of 1973. CONTEXT AND NOTES T