Album Info Hide Show Artist: Elton John Album: Blue Moves Gatefold: Yes Released: UK & Europe, 22 Sept 2017 Tracklist: A1 Your Starter For… 1:25 Acoustic Guitar – Caleb Bass – Kenny Drums – Roger Glockenspiel, Marimba – Ray Mandolin [Mandolins] – Davey Music By – Caleb Quaye Piano – Elton Synthesizer – James A2 Tonight 8:02 Orchestra – London Symphony Orchestra Piano, Vocals – Elton Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin A3 One Horse Town 5:47 Bass – Kenny Cello, Soloist – Michael Hurwitz Drums – Roger Electric Guitar – Davey Electric Guitar, Soloist – Caleb Electric Piano, Synthesizer – James Gong, Tambourine, Vibraphone [Vibes], Tubular Bells – Ray Leader [Strings] – Richard Studt Piano, Vocals – Elton Strings – The Martyn Ford Orchestra Words By, Music By – Bernie Taupin, Elton John, James Newton-Howard A4 Chameleon 5:27 Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar – Caleb Backing Vocals – Bruce Johnston, Cindy Bullens, Curt Becher, Gene Morford, Jon Joyce, Ron Hicklin, Toni Tennille Bass – Kenny Drums – Roger Piano, Vocals – Elton Vibraphone [Vibes], Shaker – Ray Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin B1 Boogie Pilgrim 6:03 Backing Vocals – The Cornerstone Institutional Baptist And Southern California Choir Bass – Kenny Directed By [Backing Vocals] – Rev. James Cleveland Drums – Roger Horns [Horn Section] – The Brecker Brothers Organ – James Piano, Vocals – Elton Slide Guitar – Davey Tambourine – Ray Words By, Music By – Bernie Taupin, Caleb Quaye, Davey Johnstone, Elton John B2 Cage The Songbird 3:28 Acoustic Guitar – Caleb, Davey Backing Vocals – David Crosby, Graham Nash Dulcimer – Davey Synthesizer, Mellotron – James triangle, Finger Cymbals, Bell tree, Shaker – Ray Vocals – Elton Words By, Music By – Bernie Taupin, Davey Johnstone, Elton John B3 Crazy Water 5:42 Backing Vocals – Bruce Johnston, Cindy Bullens, Gene Morford, Jon Joyce, Ron Hicklin, Toni Tennille Bass – Kenny Brass, Strings – The Martyn Ford Orchestra Clavinet – James Congas, Tambourine – Ray Drums – Roger Electric Guitar – Caleb, Davey Leader [Brass & Strings] – Richard Studt Piano, Vocals – Elton Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin B4 Shoulder Holster 4:20 Bass – Kenny Drums – Roger Horns [Horn Section] – The Brecker Brothers Piano, Vocals – Elton Tambourine – Ray Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin C1 Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word 3:43 Accordion – Carl Fortina Bass – Kenny Electric Piano – James Piano, Vocals – Elton Vibraphone [Vibes] – Ray Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin C2 Out Of The Blue 6:10 Bass – Kenny Drums – Roger Electric Guitar – Davey Electric Guitar, Soloist – Caleb Piano – Elton Synthesizer – James Vibraphone [Vibes], Congas – Ray Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin C3 Between Seventeen And Twenty 5:10 Backing Vocals – Bruce Johnston, Cindy Bullens, Curt Becher, Joe Chemay, Jon Joyce Bass – Kenny Congas, Tambourine, Shaker – Ray Drums – Roger Electric Guitar – Caleb Mandolin – Davey Organ – James Vocalese – Elton Words By, Music By – Bernie Taupin, Caleb Quaye, Davey Johnstone, Elton John C4 The Wide-eyed And Laughing 3:20 Acoustic Guitar [6 String], 12-String Acoustic Guitar – Caleb Backing Vocals – David Crosby, Graham Nash Rototoms – Ray Sitar – Davey Synthesizer – James Vocals – Elton Words By, Music By – Bernie Taupin, Caleb Quaye, Davey Johnstone, Elton John, James Newton-Howard C5 Someone’s Final Song 4:00 Backing Vocals – Bruce Johnston, Clark Burroughs, Curt Becher, Joe Chemay, Toni Tennille Electric Piano, Synthesizer – James Piano, Vocals – Elton Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin D1 Where’s The Shoorah? 4:30 Backing Vocals – The Cornerstone Institutional Baptist And Southern California Choir Bass – Kenny Directed By [Backing Vocals] – Rev. James Cleveland Piano, Harmonium, Vocals – Elton Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin D2 If There’s A God In Heaven (What’s He Waiting For?) 4:20 Bass – Kenny Congas, Tambourine – Ray Drums – Roger Electric Guitar – Davey Electric Guitar, Soloist – Caleb Leader [Strings] – Richard Studt Organ – James Piano, Vocals – Elton Strings – The Martyn Ford Orchestra Words By, Music By – Bernie Taupin, Davey Johnstone, Elton John D3 Idol 4:10 Bass – Kenny Drums – Roger Horns [Horn Section] – The Brecker Brothers Piano, Vocals – Elton Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin D4 Theme From A Non-existent TV Series 1:20 Acoustic Guitar – Caleb Bass – Kenny Drums – Roger Electric Harpsichord – Elton Electric Piano, Synthesizer – James Glockenspiel, Marimba – Ray Mandolin – Davey Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin D5 Bite Your Lip (Get Up And Dance!) 6:37 Backing Vocals – The Cornerstone Institutional Baptist And Southern California Choir Bass – Kenny Congas – Ray Directed By [Backing Vocals] – Rev. James Cleveland Drums – Roger Electric Guitar – Caleb Leader [Strings] – Harry Bluestone Piano, Vocals – Elton Slide Guitar, Soloist – Davey Strings – The Gene Page Strings Synthesizer – James Words By, Music By – Elton John And Bernie Taupin Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store We are a small independent record store located at 211 High St, Preston in Melbourne, Australia (North of Northcote, between Thornbury & Reservoir) We buy and sell new and used vinyl records – if you have a collection you’d like to sell please click here . We ship Australia wide for a flat rate of $10 for standard shipping or $15 for express post. Free Shipping for orders $150 and over. You can also pick up your order in store, just select Local Pickup at the checkout. We also ship internationally – prices vary depending on weight and location. We ship vinyls in thick, rigid carboard mailers with a crushable zone on either side, and for extra safety we bubble wrap the records. 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You can contact our Melbourne record shop at (03) 9939 3807 or at [email protected] Happy Listening! Description Hide Show Elton John’s 1976 double album Blue Moves stands as one of the most ambitious and introspective works in his extensive discography. Released during a period of immense creative output, the album showcases a more reflective and experimental side of Elton, diverging from the pop-centric hits that had defined much of his earlier career. Collaborating once again with lyricist Bernie Taupin, Blue Moves delves into themes of melancholy, introspection, and personal struggle, all while maintaining the musical craftsmanship that Elton is celebrated for. The album opens with the instrumental “Your Starter For…”, a jazzy and upbeat piece that sets the stage for the eclectic mix of styles to come. This is immediately followed by “Tonight”, a sweeping ballad that highlights Elton’s ability to convey deep emotion through both his piano playing and vocal delivery. The orchestral arrangement, composed by James Newton Howard, adds a layer of grandeur to the track, making it one of the standout moments on the album. One of the most notable songs on Blue Moves is “Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word.” This poignant ballad, with its haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics, became one of Elton’s most enduring hits. Its simplicity and emotional depth resonate deeply, and it remains a staple in his live performances to this day. Another highlight is “Someone’s Final Song”, a beautifully melancholic piece that showcases the synergy between Elton’s music and Taupin’s evocative lyrics. The album also ventures into more experimental territory with tracks like “Out of the Blue”, an instrumental that blends rock and jazz influences, and “Cage the Songbird”, a delicate and poetic song that features backing vocals from David Crosby and Graham Nash. These moments of experimentation demonstrate Elton’s willingness to push the boundaries of his sound, even at the height of his commercial success. Blue Moves is a lengthy album, spanning 18 tracks and over 80 minutes of music. While this allows for a diverse range of styles and moods, it also means that the album can feel uneven at times. Some tracks, such as “Boogie Pilgrim” and “Bite Your Lip (Get Up and Dance!)”, lean more towards filler, though they still showcase Elton’s knack for crafting infectious melodies. Critically, Blue Moves received mixed reviews upon its release. Some praised its ambition and emotional depth, while others found it overly indulgent. Commercially, the album marked a turning point in Elton’s career, as it was his last studio album to achieve platinum status in the United States until the release of Too Low for Zero in 1983. Despite this, Blue Moves has gained a more appreciative audience over the years, with many fans and critics recognising it as a bold and deeply personal work. In retrospect, Blue Moves can be seen as a reflection of Elton’s state of mind during a turbulent period in his life. The mid-1970s were marked by both professional triumphs and personal challenges for the artist, and this duality is evident throughout the album. Its introspective nature and willingness to explore darker themes set it apart from the more upbeat and radio-friendly albums that preceded it. Overall, Blue Moves is a fascinating and multifaceted album that rewards repeated listens. While it may not have the immediate appeal of some of Elton’s earlier works, its depth and emotional resonance make it a standout in his catalogue. For fans of Elton John and those interested in exploring the more complex and introspective side of his music, Blue Moves is well worth revisiting. Product Reviews Hide Show Write a Review