{"product_id":"elton-john-honky-chateau-vinyl-lp-album-081626","title":"Elton John - Honky Château - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vinyl, LP, Album\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e UNI Records, UNI Records, Strawberry Studios, France, Trident Studios, Dick James Music Ltd., MCA Records, Inc., This Record Co. Ltd., This Record Co. Ltd., Universal City Records,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 93135\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElton John's Honky Château marks a pivotal moment in his early career, blending vibrant piano-driven rock with storytelling that ranges from the playful \"Honky Cat\" to the space-tinged introspection of \"Rocket Man.\" Produced by Gus Dudgeon and released in 1972, the album captures the artist just as he was hitting his stride, setting the stage for a string of US chart-toppers. The mix of upbeat tunes and reflective ballads like \"Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters\" reveals a versatile songwriter comfortable in both whimsical and serious modes, making this record a noteworthy entry in his catalog. This 1972 vinyl pressing offers a solid window into that era, presented here in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG+\u003c\/a\u003e condition that suggests a well-cared-for player rather than a pristine collector’s item—expect some light surface marks that don't overpower the music. The LP’s 12-inch format and vintage pressing year give it an authentic early ‘70s feel, perfect for those who appreciate the tactile experience of vinyl without chasing flawless mint copies. If your shelves are lined with records from artists like Billy Joel or Huey Lewis and the News, this one fits right in, proving that even a “Honky Cat” can hold court among piano-rock royalty. Honky Château - Vinyl, LP, Album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-track-listing=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrack listing \u0026amp; samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElton John - Honky Château - Vinyl, LP, Album\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonky Cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI Think I'm Going To Kill Myself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSusie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket Man\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalvation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMona Lisas And Mad Hatters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHercules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/2ei2X6ghPnw7YRwQtAH075\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG+ \/ VG+ \/ 1972","offer_id":53993201500476,"sku":"DEN00000040","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/OC0zOTI5LmpwZWc.jpg?v=1786912141","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/elton-john-honky-chateau-vinyl-lp-album-081626","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}