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Contents Introduction *This product does not come with any bonus items. Please check before making a reservation. [SHM-CD specification only for the Japanese edition] [Regular Edition] A reissue of Elton John's monumental album 'Madman' is set to be released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its release! The masterpiece 'Madman', which produced hit songs such as "I Love You (For Maxine)" and "Levon's Life", was Elton's fourth studio album, released just two years after his debut. It is also an album that formed the foundation for the 10 years in which he released numerous works. Recorded in February and August of 1971 at Trident Studios in central London, this album is also the first to feature all five members of the legendary Elton John Band lineup (Dee Murray, Nigel Olsson, Davey Johnston, and Ray Cooper). Yes keyboardist Rick Wakeman also participated in this album, showcasing his Hammond organ on three tracks. "Madman [50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition]" is a 2-CD set featuring the original album with 2016 remastered audio by Grammy Award-winning mastering engineer Bob Ludwig, as well as demo and rare tracks on CD 2. It also includes a 40-page booklet with a foreword by Elton and Bernie, photographs, excerpts from a history commentary featuring interviews with those involved in the making of "Madman," and photographs and artwork of memorabilia unearthed from the "Rocket Archive." The Japanese edition is SHM-CD only. Media reviews and more: A 50th-anniversary reissue of Elton John's monumental album "Madman" has been announced! The masterpiece "Madman," which produced hit songs like "I Love You (For Maxine)" and "Levon's Life," was Elton's fourth studio album, released just two years after his debut. It also served as the foundation for the decade of numerous works he produced. (C)RS