In the winter of 1976, Elton John was at the peak of his commercial powers and exploring new musical directions. Fresh from the success of *Rock of the Westies*, he released the upbeat, funky “Grow Some Funk Of Your Own” — a lively, groove-driven track that blended rock, funk and his signature piano flair. Released on January 9, 1976, the single appeared on DJM Records under catalogue number DJS 10646. Backed with the atmospheric and emotional “I Feel Like A Bullet (In The Gu

Elton John’s “Candle in the Wind,” released on February 22, 1974, peaked at No. 11 in the UK and was paired with “Bennie and the Jets” as its B‑side.

In the cold winter months of early 1973, Elton John continued his unstoppable rise with a more introspective and emotional side of his songwriting. Following the upbeat energy of “Honky Cat,” he delivered “Daniel,” a tender and melodic piano ballad that showcased the depth of his partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin. The song’s gentle melody and heartfelt storytelling stood out even amid the flash and glitter of the glam era. Released on January 12, 1973, the single appear

In the colourful autumn of 1972, Elton John was firmly established as one of the brightest stars in pop and rock. With his flamboyant stage presence and gifted songwriting partnership with Bernie Taupin, he released a fun, nostalgic rocker that paid playful homage to the 1950s and 1960s rock 'n' roll era. “Crocodile Rock” combined pounding piano, a catchy “la-la-la” chorus, and upbeat energy that made it an instant crowd-pleaser and a perfect singalong anthem. Released on Oct

By early 1972, Elton John and Bernie Taupin were entering one of the most creatively fertile periods of their partnership. “Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going to Be a Long, Long Time)” emerged during the sessions for *Honky Château*, drawing inspiration from Ray Bradbury’s short story “The Rocket Man” and Taupin’s reflections on astronauts becoming ordinary workers rather than heroic figures. Musically, the track blended Elton’s piano‑anchored songwriting with atmospheric ARP syn

Elton John’s first live album captured the raw power of his early trio — piano, bass, and drums — recorded during a WABC‑FM broadcast in New York. The performance showcased a harder, more improvisational side of Elton, contrasting sharply with the lush studio productions of his early ’70s albums. Over time, the record became a cult favourite and a definitive document of his pre‑superstardom live sound. Released on April 9 1971 by DJM Records (DJLPS 414), the album marked Elt

In the first weeks of 1971, Elton John was on the brink of becoming a global superstar. With his expressive piano playing and the poetic lyrics of Bernie Taupin, he released “Your Song” — a tender, heartfelt ballad that would become one of his most beloved and enduring signature songs. Released on January 8, 1971, the single appeared on DJM Records under catalogue number DJS 233. Backed with “Into The Old Man's Shoes,” this 7-inch release marked Elton John’s first major hit s

Elton John’s self‑titled second album marked the true beginning of his ascent. Released in April 1970, it introduced the world to the emotional depth, orchestral ambition and songwriting partnership that would define his early career. Building on the modest reception of *Empty Sky*, this album delivered a dramatic leap in sophistication — lush Paul Buckmaster arrangements, cinematic production from Gus Dudgeon, and Bernie Taupin’s increasingly poetic lyricism. It was the reco