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Songs From The West Coast

~ Elton John
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  • Audio CD (1 Oct 2001)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Mercury Records Ltd (London)
  • ASIN: B00005NZDW
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 10,360 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. The Emperor's New Clothes
2. Dark Diamond
3. Look Ma, No Hands
4. American Triangle
5. Original Sin
6. Birds
7. I Want Love
8. The Wasteland
9. Ballad Of The Boy In The Red Shoes
10. Love Her Like Me
11. Mansfield
12. This Train Don't Stop There Anymore

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Amazon.co.uk Review

The appearance of "Rocket Man"-era cohorts Nigel Olsson and Davey Johnstone as backing vocalists touches Songs From the West Coast with one of the trademark sounds of Elton John's 1969-75 albums. His admiration of Ryan Adams and Rufus Wainwright (a guest here) inspires him to recall the often stripped down, lyric-driven sensibility of his early days. The tone of the words, which long-term collaborator Bernie Taupin feeds John, is rooted in a wearier version of the romanticism that fuelled oldies as diverse as "Your Song", "Love Lies Bleeding" and "Burn Down the Mission". Songs From the West Coast sidesteps bombast with only a few exceptions--"The Wasteland", with its invocation of Robert Johnson, just doesn't suit. The standout track is "I Want Love", a Lennon-esque rumination that's their most impressive writing, separately or together, in more than a decade. --Rickey Wright


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'Songs From The West Coast' is Elton John's first studio album since 1997's 'The Big Picture'. Teaming up once again with co-writer Bernie Taupin, the album sees Elton stay with his winning formula of contemporary pop and rock. Also included is the single 'I Want Love'.

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Elton, 2 Oct 2001
By Ms. L. Hall "Shejustwantstobe" (Halifax, UK) - See all my reviews
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'Songs From The West Coast' displays a significant transition from Elton's last successful album 'The Big Picture'. He has returned, as we have heard, to his 'roots', which has produced an album of twelve magnificent tracks. Elton sings each with an intense passion, it is evident that much meaning is imbedded in the lyrics, produced by the magnificent 'Elton and Taupin' team. This working talent is exhibited particularly in the song 'Original Sin' which is one of my favourite tracks. The melody is simply beautiful, it is a song which can be listened to repeatedly without becoming tireless. This is echoed in 'Ballad of The Boy in The Red Shoes', a harmonious song which is simply striking, sung in its lamenting tone and uncomplicated sounds. It is fabulous.
Then who could forget this year's (in my opinion) unsurpassed chart success despite not entering at number one, 'I Want Love', a stunning love song coupled with a great video starring Robert Downy Jr ?
This album offers a range of sounds which display Elton's voice and piano skills at their best. Listening to the album in its entirety will provide you with an immense satisfaction, it is well worth the purchase and a 'must' for any person's CD collection, whether young or old. It is true, 'This Train Don't Stop Here Anymore'...
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33 of 36 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Reg really strikes back this time..., 5 Oct 2001
By jonz@tinyworld.co.uk (Oxford, England) - See all my reviews
A common misconception is that Elton John's post-1970's output is all sentimental schlock, put together with little or no thought. Thats never been entirely fair or true, but 'Songs From The West Coast' certainly reminds this reviewer of what made Elton's music so special in the first place.

The album opens with 'The Emperors New Clothes', a track which, in terms of sound, could almost have been taken from the 'Captain Fantastic' album. Slightly corny opening piano chords, but a really lovely number, with Elton's vocals clearer than they've been for years. The best conceivable opening track for any Elton fan.

'Dark Diamond' is just a good pop song, nice rhythm and catchy chorus.

'Look Ma, No Hands' has great lyrics and a slightly more up-tempo sound. The chorus is a bit noisy and confused, but the verses are lovely- a fun track.

'American Triangle' showcases Elton's vocals in some beautifully clear and uncluttered production.

'Original Sin' is fantastic- the first verse, ironically without piano, being impressively stark. Sounds a couple of times like its about to break into 'Blue Avenue' from the 'Sleeping With The Past'album.

'Birds' reminds one of....absolutely nothing Elton has done before. Great chorus, good mid-tempo song.

'I Want Love'- despite what some people have been saying, this is the obvious single from the album. Which is not to say it is the best track, but some sympathetic production and the heartfelt vocals produce a likeable result.

'The Wasteland' is Elton John showing he can still do rock and roll. It blasts out of your speakers from the songs that surround it and, as a point of contrast, is highly effective.

'Ballad Of The Boy In The Red Shoes' recalls 'The Last Song'(from 'The One' album), dealing with a man dying of AIDS. But no, its not dreary, its beautiful.

'Love Her Like Me' is the only song on the album that does not work.Over-produced....'The North Star', from the B-side of the 'I Want Love' single, was much stronger and should have been included instead.

'Mansfield' seems to have left some people cold, and it takes more than one listen, but it is actually a great little track- neat lyrics and a rather more involved arrangement than the rest of the album.

The album concludes with the storming 'This Train Don't Stop There Anymore'- a really powerful rendering by Elton of a set of lyrics that could almost be Taupin's farewell to songwriting. I suppose it stays just this side of OTT, but personally I loved it.

In all, this is an album in which Taupin has delivered the kind of sharp, personal lyrics so missing from Elton's last album, 'The Big Picture'. It has inspired Elton John to his best work for a very long time. Stunning!

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Elton turns back the clock, 7 Oct 2001
There's been a lot of hype in the press over how this is Elton's best album for 25 years. This is hardly a compliment, because there have been some stinkers since Elton's last good album, Blue Moves was released in 1976.

However, it's true to say that 'Songs from the West Coast' is a much stronger offering from Elton. The melodies are simple and effective, with 'American Triangle' and 'I Want Love' the outstanding tracks. 'Wasteland' should have been left out though.

There are similarities here with 'Tumbleweed Connection',though Taupin's lyrics are less ambitious and more self indulgent. Only long term fans will understand some of the more personal messages, and truly appreciate the quality of lyric on offer here.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best for years.
This is the best album/cd elton john has done for years,every track as good as the next,and two stand out singles, i want love,and this train,well worth a crack. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. C. J. Symes

5.0 out of 5 stars "Tell me how, you know now, the ways and means of getting in underneath my skin"
This is one of my all time favourite albums. The melodies are beautiful, the musicanship outstanding and Bernie's lyrics are wonderfully abstract. Read more
Published on 8 Jul 2007 by David Jones

5.0 out of 5 stars Glorious.
This was the first Elton John album I'd ever bought. On its release, it was receiving very favourable reviews. So I bought it and I love it. Read more
Published on 16 Nov 2006 by lerusty

4.0 out of 5 stars This Train Don't Stop
On this 'record' Elton finally returns to the sound that made him a superstar in the first place. Primarily Voice, Piano and Band. Read more
Published on 31 Aug 2006 by S J Buck

5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific album- possibly his best yet.
Elton John needs no introduction, everybody knows, whether it is their taste in music or not, that he is a very talented individual.
This album is brilliant. Read more
Published on 3 Dec 2003 by S. Ardern

5.0 out of 5 stars The Sound Of The West Coast - Anywhere!
Elton-as a pudgy old man with someone else's hair-can still do good music, and Songs From The West Coast is a capital example. Read more
Published on 27 Nov 2003 by Hugh Evans

5.0 out of 5 stars Elton at his best......simple and effective
Great melodies, that ache your heart and soul. His piano playing is his true talent that shines in this fantastic album
Published on 26 April 2002 by gavtheman@vollans.freeserve.co.uk

5.0 out of 5 stars Back to the good old days
An album filled with wonderful lyrics, vibrant piano and the passion of Elton's voice. Listen to 'Original Sin' (the best song on the album) over and over again, each time loving... Read more
Published on 24 April 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars WELCOMING!
It's been a long time in waiting but Elton and Bernie has come up with an entire masterpiece of an album.. Read more
Published on 3 Mar 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning!
After listening to this CD over and over I am convinced that this is the best Elton CD ever - yes even better than Goodbye Yellow Brick Road! Read more
Published on 9 Dec 2001 by t.messenger@tinyworld.co.uk

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