Madman Across the Water is an interesting album.  Overlooked by the English charts when originally released, but welcomed by the US charts. In Australia, we supported it too. Even at that time, Elton was releasing albums in quick concession, which may be the reason for it being overlooked in England.  I bought it mainly to have the studio recording of 'Tiny Dancer'.  A poor live version of it appears on 'Live in Australia' (avoid at all costs, his voice was playing up then).  'Levon' is also here, and is normally the only track lifted for compilations, although in recent times, people are recognising the brilliance of 'Tiny Dancer' - it far outweighs 'Levon'.  The remainder of the album prove what a great collaboration Taupe and John are.  But ... if anything, buy the album for 'Tiny DAncer'.