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Released 50 years ago

Here and There

Elton John · 1976

140 min · 25 tracks · pop rock · R&B · soft rock

A vibrant tapestry of glam rock energy and heartfelt balladry that captures Elton John's dynamic artistry.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied intensity
  • heartfelt ballads for introspection
  • vibrant anthems for celebration
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • late-night sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike lengthy listening experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
theatrical performances· 1970s nostalgia· isolation of fame
Career context
Released on April 30, 1976, 'Here and There' came during Elton John's peak commercial phase, following his groundbreaking album 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' from 1973. This live compilation showcases his evolution as a performer while featuring beloved tracks from his earlier work, highlighting the breadth of his catalog up to this point.
Stylistic neighbors
David Bowie· Billy Joel· Queen
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Young Americans by David Bowie — Shares glam rock flair and lyrical exploration of fame and identity in the 1970s.
A Night at the Opera by Queen — Combines theatricality and diverse styles with a focus on emotional depth and grand performances.
The Stranger by Billy Joel — Offers a blend of pop rock and introspective themes, reflecting on fame and personal relationships.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Skyline Pigeon 5:41
  • 2 Border Song 3:27
  • 3 Take Me to the Pilot 4:33
  • 4 Country Comfort 6:44
  • 5 Love Song 5:03
  • 6 Bad Side of the Moon 7:54
  • 7 Burn Down the Mission 8:25
  • 8 Honky Cat 7:04
  • 9 Crocodile Rock 4:09
  • 10 Candle in the Wind 3:57
  • 11 Your Song 4:06
  • 12 Saturday Night’s Alright (for Fighting) 7:08

Disc 2

  • 1 Funeral for a Friend / Love Lies Bleeding 11:53
  • 2 Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going to Be a Long, Long Time) 5:03
  • 3 Take Me to the Pilot 6:00
  • 4 Bennie and the Jets 5:59
  • 5 Grey Seal 5:17
  • 6 Daniel 4:06
  • 7 You’re So Static 4:31
  • 8 Whatever Gets You Through the Night 4:40
  • 9 Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds 6:15
  • 10 I Saw Her Standing There 3:55
  • 11 Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me 5:57
  • 12 Your Song 3:58
  • 13 The Bitch Is Back 4:20

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