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⭐ 28th November 1974… – EP: Mar. 1981
John Lennon’s final concert appearance — preserved in one electrifying EP.

Elton John
Mar 13, 19814 min read


Crazy Water Single: 1977
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 John
Feb 4, 19773 min read


Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word Single: 1976
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

Elton John
Oct 29, 19764 min read


Grow Some Funk of Your Own Single: 1976
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
Jan 9, 19762 min read


⭐ Pinball Wizard - Single: Mar. 1975
Elton John’s explosive 1975 remake of “Pinball Wizard” became the only Who cover to reach the UK Top 10.

Elton John
Mar 12, 19754 min read


🔘 PHILADELPHIA FREEDOM – Single: Feb. 1975
Released on February 27, 1975, “Philadelphia Freedom” became one of Elton John’s biggest U.S. hits, blending orchestral soul with a personal tribute to Billie Jean King and marking another peak in his mid‑’70s chart dominance.

Elton John
Feb 27, 19754 min read


Candle in the Wind – Single: Feb. 1974
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.

Elton John
Feb 22, 19743 min read


Daniel Single Review: 1973
A Melody Maker Warm Calypso Praise Published in the UK on January 13, 1973, Melody Maker’s one-page single review “ELTON JOHN: “Daniel”” hailed the track as a warm, attractive song that grows with each hearing. Set to a lilting calypso beat with electric piano and steel drum effects, the review called it a fine song and convincing hit. The Bernie Taupin lyrics about an elder brother who flies away have a cloudy, floating quality, and the old firm (Elton & Bernie) believe it's

Sweet
Jan 13, 19731 min read


Daniel Single Review: 1973
A Melody Maker Warm Calypso Praise Published in the UK on January 13, 1973, Melody Maker’s one-page single review “ELTON JOHN: “Daniel”” hailed the track as a warm, attractive song that grows with each hearing. Set to a lilting calypso beat with electric piano and steel drum effects, the review called it a fine song and convincing hit. The Bernie Taupin lyrics about an elder brother who flies away have a cloudy, floating quality, and the old firm (Elton & Bernie) believe it's

Elton John
Jan 13, 19731 min read


Daniel Single: 1973
A Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Classic Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 12, 1973, on DJM Records (catalogue: DJS 271), Elton John’s “Daniel” — backed with “Skyline Pigeon” — was a poignant piano ballad written by Elton John & Bernie Taupin. The single entered the UK Singles Chart on January 20, 1973, remained for 10 weeks, and peaked at No. 4. A timeless Goodbye Yellow Brick Road era gem. It initially appeared as the opening track on John's 1973 album, Don'

Elton John
Jan 12, 19732 min read
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