Elton John – Madman Across the Water
Madman Across the Water is presented here as a limited Vinyl Me, Please Club Edition, pressed on exclusive “Blue Jean Baby” vinyl and limited to only 2,500 numbered copies worldwide. This copy is individually numbered 1330 / 2500, making it a highly collectible edition of one of Elton John’s most powerful early albums.
Originally released in 1971, Madman Across the Water captures Elton John and Bernie Taupin at a remarkable creative peak. The album is dramatic, emotional and richly arranged, blending piano-led songwriting, orchestral textures and deeply cinematic storytelling. It includes some of Elton John’s most beloved early recordings, including Tiny Dancer, Levon and the sweeping title track, Madman Across the Water.
This Vinyl Me, Please edition is pressed on 180g vinyl and housed in a gatefold sleeve. The record was cut DMM from the 24-bit master originally released for the UK in 2012, offering a clean, detailed and powerful stereo presentation. The exclusive coloured vinyl and limited numbering make this a standout pressing for both serious Elton John collectors and Vinyl Me, Please enthusiasts.
Madman Across the Water stands as one of the defining albums from Elton John’s classic early period. Where Tumbleweed Connection explored Americana and Honky Château would later bring a looser band-driven sound, this album leans into drama, atmosphere and emotional scale. Elton’s expressive piano and vocals are matched by Bernie Taupin’s evocative lyrics, creating a record that feels both intimate and grand.
This edition is especially recommended for collectors of limited pressings, audiophile reissues, classic singer-songwriter albums and essential 1970s rock.
Record details
Artist: Elton John
Title: Madman Across the Water
Label: Vinyl Me, Please
Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Club Edition, Limited Edition, Numbered Reissue
Vinyl colour: Blue Jean Baby
Pressing: 180g vinyl
Edition: Numbered 1330 / 2500
Sleeve: Gatefold
Cut: DMM from the 24-bit master originally released for the UK in 2012Every record at Mr. Hansen Records is carefully selected, professionally cleaned when applicable, conservatively graded according to the Goldmine Standard and securely packed with collector-grade care.
Every record has a story.
