Rare Pieces of Pop History: 9 x Album Vinyl & 1 x EP Collection of Pre-Fame Anonymous Session Recordings by Elton John & David Byron (1969–1970)
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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 together with his two daughters, both fans, was recognised as a superfan by Elton's own management and they 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.
In this listing as per the heading this is a selection of records that has helped make Paul's collection complete over the years and now it's time to make someone else's collection special.
Rare Pieces of Pop History: 10-Album Vinyl Collection of Pre-Fame Anonymous Session Recordings by Elton John & David Byron (1969–1970)
Overview:
Up for auction is a fascinating, highly collectible lot of 9 original UK budget compilation LPs & 1 x EP ( Swedish) from the golden era of 1969–1970. Before achieving global superstardom, a young Reginald Dwight (Sir Elton John) earned his living as a prolific session musician, laying down vocals and piano parts anonymously for studio groups like the Allan Caddy Singers. Alongside him on many of these iconic budget label tracks was the soaring, operatic voice of David Byron, who would shortly thereafter find fame as the legendary frontman of progressive rock giants Uriah Heep.
This collection captures the exact moment these legendary voices were grinding it out in the studio, covering the biggest hits of the week for high-street bargain bins. [1]
Record Lineup Included in this Lot:
Gala International 7" EP - very scarce Near Mint Condition – International Top Hits by The Tramps (SPK-804) - contains Elton singing lead vocals on August October & Come and Get It as well as two other track included on the albums below.
Check out the video in listing of August October
Boulevard – 16 Hit Songs Volume 1 (4001 - Rare Red Coloured Vinyl! Copy - extremely hard to find nowadays.
Poly Max – Super Hits I by The Pop Express Band (PXLB 300)
Maritim – Super Hits '70 (47 030 FT)
Deacon Records – Pick of the Pops (DEA 1013)
Deacon Records – Pick of the Pops Vol. 4 (DEA 1015)
Music For Pleasure (MFP) – Hits '70 (MFP 1383)
Marble Arch – Chartbusters Today! (MALS 1357)
Hallmark – Top of the Pops: Get Back / The Boxer (SHM 611)
Hallmark – Top of the Pops: Where Do You Go To / Sorry Suzanne (SHM 625)
Featuring Track Highlights Confirmed/Attributed to Elton John & David Byron Sessions:
Elton John - Lead vocals ( all 27 tracks ever confirmed including 7 tracks not included on various CD & Vinyl re-issues in the 90's & 2000's )
My Baby Loves Lovin'
Cottonfields
Lady D'Arbanville
Natural Sinner
United We Stand
Spirit In The Sky
Travellin' Band
I Can't Tell The Bottom From The Top
Good Morning Freedom
Young Gifted And Black
In The Summertime
Up Around The Bend
Snake In The Grass
Neanderthal Man
She Sold Me Magic
Come And Get It ( co lead vocals)
Love Of The Common People
Signed Sealed Delivered
It's All In The Game
Yellow River
Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)
August October
Bridge Over Troubled Water
Don't Forget To Remember
Let's Work Together
Ma Belle Amie
Question
These albums also contain many tracks where Elton sang backing vocals.
This is pretty much a complete history of Elton's anonymous budget session works included across all these records
These albums also contain David Byron Lead / Backing Vocal tracks): Notable standout performances including Lola, Up Around The Bend, Neanderthal Man, and Question.
Diana Gillespie is also known to have sung lead vocals on some of the tracks.
Item Condition:
Vinyl Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+). All 10 records have been remarkably well-preserved. They retain a beautiful, high gloss with only minor superficial paper scuffs or faint hairlines that do not affect playback. The unique red-colored Boulevard vinyl is visually stunning.
Sleeve Condition: Very Good (VG) to Very Good Plus (VG+). Bright, vibrant jackets typical of the era's striking psych-pop artwork. Some minor edge wear, ring wear, and light creasing commensurate with age, but structurally sound with clean spines and no major splits. Clean labels throughout.
Shipping & Handling:
Securely packed in a dedicated record mailer with cardboard stiffeners to ensure it arrives safely. Sent via tracked delivery.
Note - international postage will include tracking and insurance.
Don’t miss this chance to own a ready-made collection of pop archaeology tracing the roots of rock royalty! Perfect for Elton John completists and classic rock historians alike which contains the now hard to find.......
Boulevard – 16 Hit Songs Volume 1 (4001 - Rare Red Colored Vinyl! Copy
The not so well documented Swedish 7" 6 track EP with three Elton tracks......Gala International 7" EP – International Top Hits by The Tramps (SPK-804)
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