Elton John – Honky Chateau (50th Anniversary Reissue) [Vinyl 2×LP]

Elton John – Honky Château (50th Anniversary Reissue) [Vinyl 2×LP]

Format: 2×LP, Album, Reissue, Gatefold Sleeve, 180 Gram Vinyl + Booklet
Label: EMI / UMC / Rocket Entertainment
Catalogue Number: 4596212
Barcode: 602445962129
Released: 23 March 2023
Genre: Rock / Pop Rock
Condition: New & Sealed

Description

Celebrating 50 years of Elton John’s creative partnership with Bernie Taupin, this deluxe reissue of Honky Château revisits the 1972 classic with audiophile clarity and archival depth. Pressed on heavyweight 180 gram vinyl and housed in a gatefold sleeve, the set includes a full-colour booklet featuring rare photos, liner notes, and session insights.

The first LP preserves the original album’s warm analogue charm, from the rollicking opener Honky Cat to the timeless Rocket Man. The second LP offers a treasure trove of demos and alternate takes, revealing the raw studio energy behind the polished final cuts. Mastered at Abbey Road and Lurssen, this edition is a must-have for collectors and audiophiles alike.

Track list Overview

LP 1 – Original Album

Side A

• Honky Cat
• Mellow
• I Think I'm Going To Kill Myself
• Susie (Dramas)
• Rocket Man (I Think It's Going To Be A Long, Long Time)

Side B

• Salvation
• Slave
• Amy
• Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters
• Hercules

LP 2 – Bonus Demos & Alternate Versions

Side C

• Salvation (Demo)
• Susie (Dramas) (Demo)
• Rocket Man (Demo)
• Mellow (Demo)
• Slave (Alternate Fast Version – Demo)

Side D

• Honky Cat (Demo)
• I Think I'm Going To Kill Myself (Demo)
• Hercules (Demo)
• Slave (Demo)