Elton John – Undercover: 12 Classic Covers from 1969 & 1970 (12-Inch Album on Orange Vinyl)

Between 1969 and 1970, Elton John recorded a wide range of cover versions as part of his early career as a session musician. This anthology brings together selected highlights from that era.

Working frequently with producer Paul Brooks and arranger Zack Laurence, Elton John lent his vocals to covers of contemporary hits. The material featured here spotlights his vocal adaptability and emerging style, revealing a familiarly trodden path for many a musical icon.

Included, are covers of the Creedence Clearwater Revival classics Travelin’ Band and Up Around the Bend, Cat Stevens’ Lady D’Arbanville, Norman Greenbaum’s Spirit in the Sky, the Paul McCartney penned Come and Get It (made famous by Badfinger), and more.

Track Listing

Side One

1. Cotton Fields
2. Lady D’Arbanville
3. Natural Sinner
4. Spirit in the Sky
5. Travelin’ Band
6. I Can’t Tell the Bottom from the Top

Side Two

1. Good Morning Freedom
2. In the Summertime
3. Up Around the Bend
4. Come and Get It
5. Love of the Common People
6. Yellow River

Format: Vinyl / 12” Album (Coloured Vinyl)

Label: Iceni

Catalogue No: ICLP1001

Barcode: 5055892201436

Release Date: 23 May 2025