# ELTON JOHN — THE CLASSIC YEARS 1969–1975 ## Definitive Japanese 11-CD Mini LP Paper Sleeve Collection (1995 Release) ## 💯 100% Official Japanese Imports — MINT / UNPLAYED CONDITION
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We are privileged to be dealing with the disposal of the museum quality archival collection of Paul Smith ,one of the world's best known superfan's of Elton who over the last 54 years has put together an amazing collection of music and memorabilia spanning the entire career of arguably one of the most successful solo rock stars to have come out of the UK, Sir Elton John.
Over the last 54 years since becoming a fan aged 8 in 1972, Paul has been to 80 concerts across the world including two landmark concerts at Madison Square Garden , New York. Paul has personally met Elton 6 times over the years including two official EJAF events where he obtained in person autographs after brief chats with Elton. Paul has also been to the only two in person signings in the UK in the 2000's at HMV & Waterstones.
Paul together with his two daughters, both fans, was recognised as a superfan by Elton's own management and were chosen to appear in the official Rocket Entertainment video shot for the backdrop to Elton singing " Crocodile Rock " on the 330 date Farewell Tour, you can see a still from the video in the listing photos and you can also see a photo of Paul & Elton when they last met in February 2023.
So now the time has come as Paul reaches retirement age for him to downsize his collection and pass on the batten and give other collectors the chance to add some amazing Elton music and memorabilia to their collections, some items extremely rare.
In this listing as per the heading these mini LP CD's are now very rare limited edition set that have made Paul's collection desirable over the years and now it's time to make someone else's collection special with these items.
# ELTON JOHN — THE CLASSIC YEARS 1969–1975 ## Definitive Japanese 11-CD Mini LP Paper Sleeve Collection (1995 Release) ## 💯 100% Official Japanese Imports — MINT / UNPLAYED CONDITION
Up for auction is an archive-quality, pristine 11-CD collection of Elton John’s legendary "Classic Years," beautifully replicated in the iconic Japanese Mini LP (Kami-jacket) format.
Exclusively released in Japan in 1995, this set is celebrated by audiophiles for its stunning attention to detail, reproducing original vinyl artwork, gatefolds, and inserts on a miniature scale.
This specific set is in absolute collector's condition. Every single album is completely **unplayed**, retains its **original Japanese OBI strip**, and is housed inside its **original protective resealable cellophane sleeve**. ### 🌟
Included Albums (Chronological 11-Title Set):
1. **Empty Sky** (1969)
2. **Elton John** (1970)
3. •• 17-11-70 ** ( 1970 )
4. **Tumbleweed Connection** (1970)
5. **Madman Across the Water** (1971)
6. **Honky Château** (1972)
7. **Don't Shoot Me I'm Only the Piano Player** (1973) 8. **Goodbye Yellow Brick Road** (2-CD Set / Gatefold)
9. **Caribou** (1974)
10. **Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy** (1975)
11. **Rock of the Westies** (1975) ###
The detail of these mini LP replicas are second to none and include all the original artwork and enclosures with the bonus of an additional booklet containing biographical notes written by the likes of Gus Dudgeon, a prominent producer of some of Elton's most successful recordings, and John Tobler a well known writer of Elton biographies.
💎 Collector's Condition Report: *
**Discs:** MINT / UNPLAYED. Surfaces are flawless and untouched. *
**OBI Strips:** 100% COMPLETE. All 11 original Japanese OBI strips are present, crisp, and intact. *
**Sleeves & Packaging:** MINT. Sharp corners, pristine spines, no fading, and no creases. *
**Cellophane:** Every album remains protected in its original Japanese resealable outer cellophane bag. *
**Inserts:** Includes all original mini-posters, lyric sheets, and Japanese/English booklets. *
*Note: This listing is for the 11 individual, complete albums. A promotional outer box is not included.*
### 📦 Premium Packing & Shipping: * As a collector's item, this set will be packed with extreme care using heavy-duty bubble wrap and a rigid cardboard box to prevent any transit damage. *
Shipped via fully tracked and insured courier delivery.
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*From a smoke-free, pet-free, climate-controlled archive. The photos in this listing show the exact items you will receive. Bid with absolute confidence!*
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