[zipedit] [zipedit] Elton John "Honky Chateau" 1972
Original Translucent vinyl!
Original UK Pressing Cat NO. DJLPH 423  1972 46 Years Old Like This!
Stunning Very Near Mint Audio! -A2 -B2 Matrix Endings! Looks Barely Ever Played! Stunning Textured 1st Issue Gatefold Cover! Excellent Plus!


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Another from my personal collection! Purchased from new and stored in a case with the vinyl removed from the sleeve and cover! This is how I have always stored my records!  Also this is a very early original UK pressing. With the original translucent vinyl noticed a purple tint if held up[ to the light. Absolutely stunning top audio on my systems! Graded at least excellent plus to Near as mint!  Any interference is just isolated light static ticks heard perhapes in between tracks or quieter places and could do with a contant cleaning before plays due to being stored in a case layingdormant for over 46 years. Note: I can't remember having played this album before, Try to find another original UK issue like this! Genuine 46 years old!
Listen to the complete album in the player below. Actual recording from the record listed!

Actual recording from the vinyl:

Elton John: Honky Chateau: Side1.

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Elton John: Honky Chateau: Side2.

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Honky Château, released in 1972, is the fifth studio album released by Elton John.




It was titled after the 18th century French chateau where it was recorded, Château d'Hérouville.




The album reached number one in the US, the first of seven consecutive US number one albums for Elton John.



In 2012, the album was ranked number 359 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time.



It was certified gold in July 1972 and platinum in October 1995 by the RIAA. This was the final Elton John album on the Uni label in the US and Canada before MCA consolidated all of its various labels under the MCA brand.




This and John's earlier Uni albums were later reissued on MCA Records.




Two singles were released worldwide from Honky Château, "Rocket Man" and "Honky Cat." A third single, "Hercules," was prepared for release, but this never materialised.



 This album marks the beginning of John's transition from a singer-songwriter to a more rock 'n' roll style.





It was also the first album to feature John's road band of Dee Murray on bass and Nigel Olsson on drums (along with new member Davey Johnstone on electric and acoustic guitars and other fretted instruments) as the core group of musicians.







Previously, the record label insisted that John use them for only one track each on Tumbleweed Connection and Madman Across the Water; the rest of the songs on those two albums were performed by session players. Johnstone had played acoustic guitar, mandolin and sitar on Madman Across the Water, but on Honky Chateau, he would be invited to join permanently as a full-band member and he extended his contributions to electric guitar, banjo, slide guitar and backing vocals.

The opening track "Honky Cat" is a New Orleans funk track reminiscent of Dr. John and Allen Toussaint and features a four-piece horn section arranged by producer Gus Dudgeon. Also of note is the debut on record of the backing vocal combination of Johnstone, Murray and Olsson, who first added what would soon become their "trademark" sound to "Rocket Man". The trio's unique approach to arranging their backing vocal tracks would be a fixture on John's singles and albums for the next several years.

In 1995, Dudgeon remastered the album, adding only an uptempo, rock and roll version of "Slave" that was sidelined in favour of the steamier, more laconic version that made the LP's original line-up. This alternate version was originally due to be released as the B-Side to the ultimately unreleased "Hercules" single.

Track listing
All songs written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin.
Side one
"Honky Cat" – 5:13
"Mellow" – 5:32
"I Think I'm Going to Kill Myself" – 3:35
"Susie (Dramas)" – 3:25
"Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long, Long Time)" – 4:45

Side two
"Salvation" – 3:58
"Slave" – 4:22
"Amy" – 4:03
"Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters" – 5:00
"Hercules" – 5:20


The Matrix
Side 1 "DJLPH-420-A2" (Hand Etched)
Side 2 "DJLPH-423-B2" (Hand Etched) "n Bobil" (Hand Etched On Side 1 only 1st press) "Rasputin" (Hand Etched On Side 2 only 1st press)




The Mother Stampers
Side1 "A""2"
Side2 "AG" "2"

The Vinyl

The vinyl is of a substantial weight compared to later press which are much more flimsier! On initial inspection of the playing surface has retained its original sheen from new and indeed looks almost like it did the day that it came from the shop in my opinion, and lays perfectly flat on the turntable. (Please note! I have double checked this, no warping) This is free of any warping. (Note: When looking at the vinyl to the light, the vinyl is translucent red (only 1st pressings) I find it hard to see any real nasty surface marks or scratches), importantly No nasty needle scratches at least no real audio sounding marks or scratches to mention ,  No marks that would cause any loud clicks or pops during the audio that I heard! No Distortion Stunning Top Audio Quality! ( Hear for yourself in the player above) Any other marks that there could possibly be would be light whispy sleeve removal scuff type only.  (Looks almost like a new vinyl in my opinion)

Quite unbelievable to find after 46 years!

 The Audio Quality

I have played this vinyl two  times prior to listing, at very loud volume on a top system, This 46 year old vinyl plays through as good as a new vinyl would in my opinion! Just listen to the separation and the clarity! The audio is absolutely beautiful, crystal clear and very vibrant with that deep bassey feel , only found like this on these earliest originals! I heard (no) loud clicks or pops during the audio and amazingly no real surface or background static during the audio and importantly no distortion or signs that this has been overplayed at all! There are Certainly no skips or jumps! Even in between tracks this is lovely, quite unbelievable to find like this after 46 years!  ,, This plays without the usual background surface noise that is so often heard on these early pressings.  Importantly No problems heard during the main audio at all) I also could not see any scratches or marks!   I would grade the audio near mint throughout!

An audiophile Audio archive copy never need to upgrade in my opinion!

Hear for your self in the player above, actual recording from the vinyl!

Please note! I always add this disclaimer! I have given my honest opinion when describing the audio quality of this album and those who know the listings and vinyls that i sell my prime interest is the audio quality! Please allow for the odd isolated static crackle /tick/ticks , but nothing heard consistent  through out the audio! No Loud constant clicks or pops! This is a genuine (not) reissue vinyl that is 46 years old and would have been played on a system that is 46 years old! Audio like new in my opinion.

Please note, this album has been stored in a case laying dormant for at least 45 years or more. A build up of dirt and dust in the grooves causes static\ crackle. A constant clean before each play is recommended. This will reduce any static and will enhance the audio quality. Points to note, I notice debrit on the playing surface after play so this will need cleaning before each play which will further enhance this audio quality.

 

 

The Labels 

This is the original black/silver/yelow DJM labels!  (correct for this 1972 pressing) A truly unique becoming scarce copy in lovely almost as unplayed condition!

There is (no) spindle ware (the hole is perfectly round) see photo.  Amazingly No Nasty Spidering can be seen in strong light, perhapes just a bare handful of feint spider trails may just be seen only so rare to find like this! In my opinion this looks  barely played at all!   

The Record Sleeve

This is a plain white paper record sleeve no edge splits or tears.  very clean and straight.  Made In England and Patented   The vinyl is always stored separately from the cover and record sleeve for protection. This is how I always store my records.

The Cover

This is the original 1st UK issue Textured Gate fold cover with pasted photograph on the front. Textured outside. There is no nasty creases on the front or rear of the cover worth to mention. Any indents/marks/rubbing you have to look for to notice in my opinion. The inside is nice and clean some creases noted only on the flap. All text is readable and no nasty handwriting or names written. The original booklet is still attached and in lovely condition (See Photos)  I would grade this cover at least excellent plus in my opinion.

HOW I SEND MY RECORDS!

THIS ALBUM WILL BE SENT IN A LARGE BOX WITH CARDBOARD STIFFENERS THE ALBUM IS ALWAYS PUT IS A POLY SLEEVE AND ENCASED IN THE BOX WITH PLENTY OF BUBBLEWRAP FOR ADDED PROTECTION (SEE PHOTOS)

                           

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