Sunday, September 12, 2021

ELTON JOHN: 100 DEEP CUTS. This post: 2016. Concludes tomorrow.

Elton John boasts a catalogue of mega-selling and critically lauded albums. His songs are ubiquitous on the radio. We are all familiar with the signature hit songs such as “Candle In The Wind”, “Tiny Dancer”, “Rocket Man”, “I’m Still Standing”, “Daniel”, “Crocodile Rock”, “Your Song” and “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me”. Elton’s songbook is so rich, further exploration reveals a treasure trove of gems just as deserving of attention. Caffè Lattè presents 100 deep cuts -compiled in chronological order- spanning the decades, from 1969 to the present. These tracks may be underrated or unfamiliar, but are further evidence of the talent possessed by Elton John.

Check out the playlist on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00gJaraNGKRmragRB2viV5?si=d6aa014acca94561

100 ESSENTIAL ELTON JOHN

DEEP CUTS

WONDERFUL CRAZY NIGHT {2016} Wonderful Crazy Night.jpg

Elton shared the role of producer with T Bone Burnett for his most recent studio album project. It was recorded in Los Angeles. Elton also shared the songwriting with his long-time collaborator Bernie Taupin.

98 Blue Wonderful

This track features a guitar solo performed by album co-producer T Bone Burnett.   

99 England And America

This was one of the 2 bonus tracks included on the deluxe edition of the album. As was the case with “Blue Wonderful”, vocal harmonies were contributed by band members Davey Johnstone and Nigel Olsson as well as bassist Matt Bissonette and drummer John Mahon.

Elton John – Blue Wonderful (2016, CDr) - DiscogsElton John - Wonderful Crazy Night (Album Review) - Cryptic Rock

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