Elton John - A Single Man (Vinyl LP | DE Original | 1978 | Gatefold)

Elton John – A Single Man was released in 1978 and was his first album without lyricist Bernie Taupin. Melodic late-70s pop rock with reflective moments – including “Part-Time Love” and the instrumental “Song For Guy”. The cover photo is by Terry O'Neill.

On offer is the 1978 German original pressing on The Rocket Record Company (9103 500) in a gatefold sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: The Rocket Record Company – 9103 500
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1978
• Genre: Rock, Pop Rock, Classic Rock – more in Pop / Rock
• Features: Gatefold sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Shine On Through (3:40)
2. Return To Paradise (4:12)
3. I Don't Care (4:19)
4. Big Dipper (4:00)
5. It Ain't Gonna Be Easy (8:21)

Side B

1. Part-Time Love (3:11)
2. Georgia (4:46)
3. Shooting Star (2:43)
4. Madness (5:52)
5. Reverie (0:51)
6. Song For Guy (6:36)

Personnel

Elton John (Producer, Written-By), Clive Franks (Producer, Engineer), Terry O'Neill (Photography By).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the 1978 German original pressing on The Rocket Record Company (9103 500).

Which well-known songs are on it?
Among others “Part-Time Love”, “Song For Guy”, “Shine On Through” and “Georgia”.

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.