Elton John - Madman Across The Water (1971) Part 1 (Full Album)

Track List: 1-3

1. Elton John - Tiny Dancer (0:00)
2. Elton John - Levon (6:16)
3. Elton John - Razor Face (11:38)

Madman Across the Water is the fourth studio album by Elton John, released in 1971 through DJM and Uni Records. The album was his third album to be released in 1971, at which point John had been rising to prominence as a popular music artist. The album contains nine tracks, each composed and performed by John and with lyrics written by songwriting partner Bernie Taupin.

There were two singles released from Madman Across the Water, "Levon" and "Tiny Dancer". The album was certified gold in February 1972, followed by platinum in March 1993, and 2× platinum in August 1998 by the RIAA. The album was included in Robert Dimery's 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.

Personnel:
Elton John – acoustic piano, vocals
Brian Dee – harmonium (2)
Rick Wakeman – Hammond organ (3, 4, 7)
Jack Emblow – accordion (3)
Diana Lewis – ARP synthesizer (4, 7)
Caleb Quaye – electric guitar (1, 2, 3), acoustic guitar (6)
B. J. Cole – steel guitar (1)
Davey Johnstone – acoustic guitar (1, 4, 7), mandolin (6), sitar (6)
Chris Spedding – electric guitar (4), slide guitar (7)
David Glover – bass guitar (1, 3, 6)
Brian Odgers – bass guitar (2)
Herbie Flowers – bass guitar (4, 5, 7)
Chris Laurence – double bass (5)
Dee Murray – backing vocals (1, 6, 7), bass guitar (8)
Roger Pope – drums (1, 3, 6)
Barry Morgan – drums (2)
Terry Cox – drums (4, 5, 7)
Nigel Olsson – backing vocals (1, 6, 7), drums (8)
Ray Cooper – percussion (4), tambourine (7, 8)
Paul Buckmaster – orchestral arrangements and conductor (1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9)
David Katz – orchestra contractor (1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9)
Tony Burrows – backing vocals (1, 6, 7)
Roger Cook – backing vocals (1, 6, 7)
Lesley Duncan – backing vocals (1, 6, 7)
Barry St. John – backing vocals (1, 6, 7)
Terry Steele – backing vocals (1, 6, 7)
Liza Strike – backing vocals (1, 6, 7)
Sue and Sunny – backing vocals (1, 6, 7)
Cantores em Ecclesia Choir – backing vocals (5, 8)
Robert Kirby – choir director (5, 8)

Production:
Gus Dudgeon – producer, liner notes
Robin Geoffrey Cable – engineer
Tony Cousins – remastering
Gus Skinas – editing
Ricky Graham – digital transfers
Greg Penny – surround sound
Crispin Murray – assistant
David Larkham – art direction, design, illustrations, photography, cover photo
Gill – artwork
Yanis – artwork
Bob Gruen – photography
John Tobler – liner notes

[CraigMeiklejohn-jnbu]

I think it's 1 of the best regards he has made. Just 1 Maung menty grate bits he recorded in his life time.... Thanks Elton John.

[deancaron]

This is a beautiful juxtaposition to Tumbleweed Connection. Soulful and uplifting, Madman blew my adolescent mind. After listening to it I looked around, wondering if anyone around me shared my religious experience.

[TheStuport]

The first album I ever memorized from start to finish was The Beatle's "Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band"....and the second was "Madman Across The Water" and to this day I STILL PLAY them both from Start To Finish at least once a month! Like A Family Reunion! Cheers Everyone!

[rickmidkiff]

Man O MAN I loved this album, I was in Germany and bought it at the PX the day it came out.

[angiezacharias]

When I was a little girl, I always chose to play pretend that I was Mrs. Elton John. I LOVED HIS MUSIC ALL MY LIFE. THANK GOD FOR ELTON AND ALL HIS GREAT MUSIC. IT ALWAYS MAKE ME FEEL GREAT TO HEAR HIS TUNES.❤

[mindygunn]

One of the best EVER records made!... peace on🍷💜✌️🇺🇲

[SKactual]

A great inspiration at the time. Became one of my favorite compositions and album for that matter. "You must have seen her" ... I'm sure I did. My worry is that I did not appreciate her at the time.

[billb]

This was one of the first tapes I bought for my Sonu Under-dash cassette player in 1972

[davidbrzostowski]

Humbling song...to me, it changed my life.

[ambu]

One of the best albums ever produced! I was in the Army when I purchased this album and my girlfriend had just sent me a "Dear John" letter. A really bad time!

[SaliYlls]

Le bon vieux temps avec Elton john❤❤❤❤

[lorenrobertson]

"How does it feel to know you can't go home?" Like hell. Like death. Thank God my music's still alive to keep my memories alive. And has kept me alive many a time. TY for the upload. Was hoping it was pulled from the vinyl though...nothing can sound as good except possibly reel to reel recordings.

[cherylrobertson]

First album I ever owned. Hitchhiked to Sam the record man. It’s the best!!!!

[joeseddit]

commercials right in the middle of the song. Way to go YouTube.