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Title: Sgt. Pepper, The White Album, then this.
Review: This album is one of the best pop albums of the seventies. Elton was at his peak and the band was tight - at least in the studio. While everyone has heard Candle in the Wind ad nauseum, what many listeners may not realize is that for every hit on this album - title track included - this album features some of the best album oriented pop ever produced. The Ballad of Danny Bailey, Harmony, Roy Rogers, and Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting are the kind of story tunes that draw you in and sparkle with John/Taupin genius. While many modern albums these days give you one or two hits with a selection of poor to mediocre tunes, every song here is a gem. If you weren't around in the seventies, pick this up and listen to some of the best white bread pop ever produced. The re-mastered version actually adds to the experience. Should be in any serious collection.
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