Elton John – Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy (Vinyl LP)

Elton John – Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy from 1975 is the autobiographical concept album about the early years of Elton John and his lyricist Bernie Taupin. Produced by Gus Dudgeon, it features the classic “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” and the title track. Alan Aldridge's elaborate artwork is a highlight in itself.

On offer is the original 1975 Italian pressing on DJM Records (DJLPX 1) with poster & booklet; the sleeve has a cut-out mark.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: DJM Records – DJLPX 1
• Format: Vinyl LP Album
• Pressing: IT Original
• Country: Italy
• Released: 1975
• Genre: Rock, Pop Rock, Classic Rock – more in Pop / Rock
• Features: With poster & booklet

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG, CO – cut out

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy
2. Tower Of Babel
3. Bitter Fingers
4. Tell Me When The Whistle Blows
5. Someone Saved My Life Tonight

Side B

1. (Gotta Get A) Meal Ticket
2. Better Off Dead
3. Writing
4. We All Fall In Love Sometimes
5. Curtains

Personnel

Gus Dudgeon (Producer), Bernie Taupin (Design Concept, Art Direction), Dee Murray (Bass), Nigel Olsson (Drums), Alan Aldridge (Design, Illustration).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the first Italian pressing from 1975 on DJM Records, complete with poster and booklet.

What is the album about?
It tells the story of Elton John (“Captain Fantastic”) and Bernie Taupin (“Brown Dirt Cowboy”) in their early years in the music business.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Pop / Rock collection.

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG, CO – cut out

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.