Artist page · 05/07/2026
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Over 30 studio albums and 39 vinyl records; collectible original pressings from the 1980s show a wide price range.
Born Reginald Kenneth Dwight, Elton John rose to prominence with distinctive piano-driven pop and rock music. From his breakthrough in the early 70s with albums made rapidly between tours, Elton combined strong musicianship and flamboyant stage presence. He formed a tight band featuring Davey Johnstone, Dee Murray, and Nigel Olsson, contributing to his signature sound. His catalog includes genres such as pop, rock, classic rock, and pop rock, offering a broad appeal. Through the 1980s, Elton John continued releasing albums regularly, with many now available on vinyl, including numerous reissues and special editions.
His vinyl releases on labels like The Rocket Record Company, DJM Records, and Universal Music show a variety of formats and pressing variants across countries includi…
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Mercury · 2012
Mercury · 2010
Redline Entertainment · 2008
Mercury · 2006
Hansa · 2004
Mercury · 2004
RCA · 2003
Walt Disney Records · 2003
Mercury · 2001
DreamWorks Records · 2000
Buena Vista Records · 2000
The Rocket Record Company · 1999
The Rocket Record Company · 1999
The Rocket Record Company · 1997
Mercury · 1995
Walt Disney Records · 1994
Walt Disney Records · 1994
Walt Disney Records · 1994
BMG Ariola ČR/SR · 1994
Polydor · 1994
The Rocket Record Company · 1993
The Rocket Record Company · 1992
MCA Records · 1989
The Rocket Record Company · 1989
The Rocket Record Company · 1988
The Rocket Record Company · 1986
The Rocket Record Company · 1985
The Rocket Record Company · 1984
The Rocket Record Company · 1983
The Rocket Record Company · 1982
The Rocket Record Company · 1981
DJM Records · 1981
The Rocket Record Company · 1980
The Rocket Record Company · 1979
The Rocket Record Company · 1978
DJM Records · 1976
The Rocket Record Company · 1976
DJM Records · 1975
DJM Records · 1975
DJM Records · 1974Playlist
The tracks that sum up Elton John's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A 1995 studio album with 11 tracks combining rock and symphonic influences; original Greek pressing shows collectible status.
1986 classic rock album featuring 11 tracks; available in original Australian pressing and US Geffen Records edition with price variability.
1985 LP blending pop rock and soft rock across 10 tracks; notable Canadian club edition notable among collectors.
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Artists who share part of Elton John's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Anyone who lip-synchs in public on stage when you pay 75 quid should be shot.— Elton John, 2004
This pressing was released in Greece in 1995 on The Rocket Record Company label, catalog number 526 185-1, and features an original release valued between 23 and 215 euros depending on condition and market.
Released in Canada in 1985 under Geffen Records, catalog GHS 24077, this LP edition is recognized for its club-exclusive format and maintains a price range that collectors monitor closely.
Elton John performed his first US concert at The Troubadour in Los Angeles on 25 August 1970, notably applauded by contemporaries Eric Clapton and Leon Russell, marking a milestone in his rise to fame.
This album was released in 1975 on vinyl by DJM Records and remains a notable work in Elton John's discography representing his mid-70s creative peak.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Consider starting with ‘Made In England’ (1995), ‘Leather Jackets’ (1986), and ‘Ice On Fire’ (1985) for a mix of styles and collectible pressings.
Check label, catalog number, country of release, and release date. Original pressings often have unique cat numbers and are from the first release period, like the 1980s Rocket or DJM pressings.
Yes, the 'LIVE AT THE FILLMORE WEST RADIO BROADCAST 12/11/1970' vinyl is a collectible live performance release notable for its early historic concert recording.
Elton John was born in Pinner, Middlesex, UK, in 1947 and began gaining recognition in the late 1960s, with key exposure in 1970 in the US.
His vinyl catalog includes pop, rock, classic rock, pop rock, and softer ballads, showing versatility across genres since the 1970s.
Elton John's albums are well-regarded internationally, including in France, where pop and international vinyl collectors seek key albums and reissues.
Original pressings from Greece and Ireland, like the ‘Made In England’ and ‘Breaking Hearts’ albums, offer distinct catalog numbers and label differences valued by collectors.
Yes, soundtrack albums such as ‘The Lion King’ appear in Elton John's vinyl catalog, broadening his discography beyond studio albums.
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