Elton John - Elton John First Press Vinyl

Artist: Elton John
Title: Elton John
Label: DJM Records
Catalogue Number: DJLPS 406
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1970
Pressing Year: 1970 First UK Pressing
Format: Translucent Red Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Elton John is the self-titled second studio album from Elton John and the record that launched him to international stardom. Released in 1970, the album features some of his most enduring songs, including "Your Song", "Border Song" and "Take Me To The Pilot". Combining Elton's remarkable piano playing with Bernie Taupin's lyrical brilliance, the album remains one of the defining singer-songwriter releases of the era.

Pressing Notes

Original UK first pressing issued on DJM Records under catalogue number DJLPS 406. This copy is pressed on the highly desirable translucent red vinyl, visible when held to a strong light source. Early UK DJM pressings are renowned for their superb sound quality and are highly sought after by collectors. As the album that introduced Elton John to a worldwide audience, first press copies remain among the most important records in his catalogue.

Track Listing

Side A

Your Song
I Need You To Turn To
Take Me To The Pilot
No Shoe Strings On Louise
First Episode At Hienton
Sixty Years On

Side B

Border Song
The Greatest Discovery
The Cage
The King Must Die
Matrix / Runout

Side A: DJLPS 406 A
Side B: DJLPS 406 B

Additional Information
Original UK first pressing
Rare translucent red vinyl
DJM Records release
Features "Your Song", "Border Song" and "Take Me To The Pilot"
Textured gatefold sleeve
Stereo pressing
Highly collectible early Elton John pressing
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.

All orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.