Elton John - Don't Shoot Me Translucant Red Vinyl

Artist: Elton John
Title: Don't Shoot Me I'm Only The Piano Player
Label: DJM Records
Catalogue Number: DJLPH 427
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1973
Pressing Year: 1973 First UK Pressing
Format: Translucent Red Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Don't Shoot Me I'm Only The Piano Player is Elton John's sixth studio album and one of the defining releases of his early career. Released in 1973, the album features the international hit singles "Daniel" and "Crocodile Rock", helping establish Elton John as one of the biggest stars of the decade. Blending pop, rock and singer-songwriter influences, the album remains one of the standout records from Elton's classic 1970s catalogue.

Pressing Notes

Original UK first pressing issued on DJM Records under catalogue number DJLPH 427. This copy is pressed on the highly desirable translucent red vinyl variant, visible when held up to a strong light source. Early UK copies featuring the laminated gatefold sleeve and red translucent vinyl are particularly sought after by Elton John collectors. Released during Elton's breakthrough period, the album became his first UK number-one album and remains one of the most successful releases of his career.

Track Listing

Side A

Daniel
Teacher I Need You
Elderberry Wine
Blues For My Baby And Me
Midnight Creeper

Side B

Have Mercy On The Criminal
I'm Gonna Be A Teenage Idol
Texan Love Song
Crocodile Rock
High Flying Bird
Matrix / Runout

Side A: DJLPH 427 A
Side B: DJLPH 427 B

Additional Information
Original UK first pressing
Rare translucent red vinyl
DJM Records release
Laminated gatefold sleeve
Features "Daniel" and "Crocodile Rock"
Stereo pressing
One of Elton John's most successful albums
Highly collectible early UK pressing variant
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.

Good (G)

Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.

Shipping

All records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.

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