Elton John Dont Shoot Me Im Only The Piano Player
 
Don’t Shoot Me I’m Only the Piano Player is available from the Mr. Hansen Records collection with VG+ vinyl and a VG+ sleeve. This well-preserved copy plays beautifully with only light signs of previous use. Released on DJM Records with catalogue number DJLPH 427.
Originally released in 1973, the album captures Elton John and lyricist Bernie Taupin during one of their most successful creative periods. It became Elton John’s first number-one album in the United Kingdom and includes two of his best-known songs, Daniel and Crocodile Rock. The latter also became his first number-one single in the United States. (Elton John)
The record combines piano-driven pop, rock and nostalgic influences with polished arrangements and memorable melodies. Crocodile Rock celebrates the energy of early rock and roll, while Daniel offers a more reflective and emotional side of Elton John’s songwriting. Other highlights include Elderberry Wine, Blues for My Baby and Me, Have Mercy on the Criminal and High Flying Bird.
Don’t Shoot Me I’m Only the Piano Player remains an essential Elton John album and a strong example of the remarkable partnership between Elton John and Bernie Taupin. It is highly recommended for collectors of classic rock, singer-songwriter albums and melodic 1970s pop.
Record details
Artist: Elton John
Title: Don’t Shoot Me I’m Only the Piano Player
Label: DJM Records
Catalogue number: DJLPH 427
Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Club Edition
Vinyl condition: VG+
Sleeve condition: VG+
Every record at Mr. Hansen Records is professionally cleaned, conservatively graded according to the Goldmine Standard and securely packed with collector-grade care.