Elton John

"Someone Saved My Life Tonight" alone makes Captain Fantastic an album you want to hear. The whole set shows off Elton and Bernie at the top of their powers, writing tight little gems then tossing in that perfect Mick Ronson guitar sound here and there to roughen up the edges of otherwise slick pop/rock.

First things first. This is one of Elton John's best albums. He hasn't tried to top past
successes, only to continue the good work he's been doing. And he's succeeded, even
taking a few chances in the process. The record is devoid of the gimmicky rock numbers
from the Don't Shoot Me, I'm Only the Piano Player phase. It isn't weighted down with the
overarranging and overproduction that marred so much of Goodbye Yellow Bric... More >

Says B.T. as E.J.: "I once wrote such childish words for you." Do they feel guilty about it? Have they put away childish things? What's happening to our children when a concept album about the hard times of a songwriting team hits number one on all charts the week it's released? Does it matter that the five good songs on this one aren't as catchy as the five good songs on the last one? Probably not. (Grade - B)