Celebrate the golden anniversary of Elton John’s legendary 1972 masterpiece with this special edition vinyl release. Recorded at the historic Château d’Herouville near Paris, “Honky Château” captures the iconic artist at his creative peak, featuring timeless classics like “Rocket Man” and the title track “Honky Cat.” This collector’s edition includes rare session demos and a beautifully curated booklet filled with archival photos and insider stories from the recording sessions.
Key Features
- 50th anniversary pressing with remastered audio quality
- Includes previously unreleased demo versions of all tracks
- Comes with an 8-page booklet featuring rare memorabilia
- Double LP set pressed on high-quality black vinyl
Track Listing
Disc 1:
Side A: Honky Cat / Mellow / I Think I’m Going To Kill Myself / Susie (Dramas) / Rocket Man
Side B: Salvation / Slave / Amy / Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters / Hercules
Disc 2:
Side C: Salvation (Demo) / Susie (Dramas) (Demo) / Rocket Man (Demo) / Mellow (Demo) / Slave (Alternate Version)
Side D: Honky Cat (Demo) / I Think I’m Going To Kill Myself (Demo) / Hercules (Demo) / Slave (Demo)
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Format | 2LP Vinyl (Black) |
| Release Year | 1972 (2022 Reissue) |
| Total Tracks | 19 (9 original + 10 demos) |
| Booklet | 8-page with photos and essays |
Perfect For
- Vinyl collectors seeking rare Elton John pressings
- Music historians interested in the creative process behind classic albums
- Fans wanting to experience “Rocket Man” in its original analog glory
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