Elton John (June 19, 1970) “Rock And Roll Madonna” / “Grey Seal” – Single 7" UK
- Elton John
- Jun 19, 1970
- 2 min read
A high-energy rock and roll number from Elton John’s early career, “Rock And Roll Madonna” was released as his third single in 1970. Written with Bernie Taupin and produced by Gus Dudgeon, the track showcased Elton’s energetic piano-driven style and love for classic rock ’n’ roll.
Artist: Elton John
Label: DJM Date: June 19, 1970 Catalogue: DJS 222
Format: 7" Vinyl Single
Country: UK
A-Side: “Rock And Roll Madonna” Written by: Elton John, Bernie Taupin Produced by: Gus Dudgeon
B-Side: “Grey Seal”
Written by: Elton John, Bernie Taupin Produced by: Gus Dudgeon
TRACK LIST UK 7"
Commercial Single (DJS 222)
A. Rock And Roll Madonna
B. Grey Seal
LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS
Main Commercial – DJS 222 (Stereo) Promo copies exist
PERSONNEL
Elton John — piano, vocals
Caleb Quaye — guitar
Roger Pope — drums
Dave Glover — bass
Gus Dudgeon — producer
International Issues
Belgium
Rock And Roll Madonna — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Supreme Records / DJM — Belgium · 1970
Germany
Rock And Roll Madonna — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo — Hansa — Germany · 1970
Japan
Rock And Roll Madonna — 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo — DJM — Japan · 1970
Mexico
La Dama Del Rock And Roll — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Fermata — Mexico · 1970
Netherlands
Rock And Roll Madonna / Grey Seal — 7" — DJM — Netherlands · 1971
New Zealand
Rock And Roll Madonna — 7", 45 RPM, Single — Parlophone — New Zealand · 1970
Norway
Rock And Roll Madonna — 7", 45 RPM, Single — DJM — Norway · 1970
South Africa
Rock And Roll Madonna — 7", 45 RPM, Single — DJM — South Africa · 1970
THE STORY
Released on June 19, 1970 on DJM Records (DJS 222), “Rock And Roll Madonna” / “Grey Seal” was Elton John’s third single. The A-side is a lively rock and roll track with live audience effects, while the B-side “Grey Seal” was later re-recorded for the 1973 album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. Though it did not chart, the single is an important early release showcasing Elton and Bernie Taupin’s songwriting chemistry.
CONTEXT & NOTES
This was one of Elton’s early singles before his major breakthrough. The B-side “Grey Seal” gained new life when re-recorded for Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. The single has appeared on various rarities compilations and the deluxe edition of Elton’s self-titled album
RELATED MATERIAL
Elton John (1970) Elton John (Album) Elton John (1973) Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (Album)
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SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, 45worlds, Official Charts, Wikipedia
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