Of the mainstream covers, I don't believe Rod Stewart did a great job of it on Gasoline Alley. It is one of my favourite songs on the album and one of the best songs Elton John ever recorded.Ĭounty Comfort is an absolute classic that has been covered numerous times. Overall, it is a very relaxed and enjoyable remaster that pre-dates the horrors of remastering for loudness alone.īallad Of A Well-Known Gun is now a staple in John's catalogue, but as catchy as it is, I just can't get into the tempo as it has always sounded a little too offbeat for my liking.Ĭome Down In Time is simply gorgeous. In the meantime, this review is based on the 1995 remaster available on TIDAL Hi-Fi. Regardless, when I pick up the SACD release, I'll post a review for those of you who may be interested. Yes, I acknowledge the mastering variations of a surround sound mix versus a stereo mix, but the difference is quite profound and more enjoyable. By comparison, my Vinyl copy, and all other stereo editions of Goodbye Yellow Brick Road sound flat and lifeless by comparison. These mixes are generally highly regarded and if my Blu-ray High Fidelity Pure Audio (HFPA) 5.I Surround Sound copy of Goodbye Yellow Brick Road is any indication, then I am in for an experience that has to be heard to be believed. While I have Tumbleweed Connection on my Discogs wish list, I aim to pick up the 2004 SACD edition, rather than the Vinyl release as it contains the surround sound mix by Greg Penny. While I don't yet have a physical copy of this album, the website Discogs is a wonderful place to explore all the editions and associated design choices. As numerous albums from the vinyl era do, their cover continues to the rear, thereby creating a captivating landscape. The artwork for this album is legendary, but you wouldn't know that looking at the basic artwork shown on all streaming services. It is unique, compelling, and is classic Elton John. That said, Tumbleweed Connection is more the merging of the genres, rather than highlighting one in particular. While it isn't Nashville Country Music, it is appealing to a broader demographic with its Roots, Blues, and Country Rock musicality.
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Well the country-infused concept album, Tumbleweed Connection, cemented the musical skill of not only John but Bernie Taupin. You'd think that following the Pop/Rock success of John's self-titled album, Elton John, the last thing on his mind would have been a change of style.