Elton John – Leather Jackets
Leather Jackets is available from the Mr. Hansen Records collection with Near Mint vinyl and a VG+ sleeve. The record is exceptionally well preserved, offering a clean and detailed listening experience with minimal signs of previous use. Released on The Rocket Record Company with catalogue number 830 487-1.
Originally released in 1986, Leather Jackets was Elton John’s twentieth studio album and represents a distinctive chapter in his extensive career. Created during the polished production era of mid-1980s pop and rock, the album combines Elton’s unmistakable piano-led songwriting with synthesizers, electric guitars, layered backing vocals and the bright studio sound associated with the period. (Elton John)
The album opens with the title track before moving through melodic rock, dramatic ballads and highly produced pop. Highlights include Hoop of Fire, Paris, Heartache All Over the World and Slow Rivers, a duet with fellow British singer Cliff Richard. The record also contains Don’t Trust That Woman, co-written by Elton John and Cher. (Elton John)
One of the album’s most interesting moments is Angeline, featuring Queen members John Deacon on bass and Roger Taylor on drums. Their appearance adds another layer of interest for collectors of British rock, connecting three of the era’s most recognisable musicians on a single recording. (Elton John)
Produced by longtime Elton John collaborator Gus Dudgeon, Leather Jackets reflects the artist’s willingness to adapt his sound while maintaining the melodic instincts that had defined his music since the early 1970s. The arrangements may belong unmistakably to the 1980s, but Elton’s expressive voice, piano playing and ability to create memorable choruses remain at the centre of the album. (Wikipedia)
Elton John
Elton John is one of the most influential and enduring artists in popular music. His long creative partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin produced a remarkable catalogue spanning rock, pop, soul, country and piano ballads. From intimate storytelling to large-scale anthems, Elton’s music is defined by strong melodies, emotional performances and an instantly recognisable approach to the piano.
While albums such as Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Honky Château and Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboyare often considered the cornerstones of his catalogue, later records such as Leather Jackets reveal how he continued to experiment with changing production styles and contemporary sounds.
For collectors, Leather Jackets is an intriguing document of Elton John’s mid-1980s period and a rewarding companion to his more celebrated classic albums.
Record Details
Artist: Elton John
Title: Leather Jackets
Label: The Rocket Record Company
Catalogue number: 830 487-1
Format: Vinyl LP, Album
Released: 1986
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.