Elton v Elton: The Album Battle

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By: Anthony & Dominic

Elton versus Elton: Album Battle is the show where two pals (Dominic & Anthony) who love the music of Elton John rage over which of his albums we love the best. We’re indebted to all who were involved in bringing Elton’s music to the masses, and to James Cook & Paul Savage for inspiration for the show’s format. To get in touch, drop us an email at [email protected] SFX are from https://www.zapsplat.com/

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QUIZ: Ten niche Elton John quiz questions...
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Today at 6:01 AM

As part of Dominic & Anthony's Elton John Album Battle project, the final episode contained a ten question quiz. Can you beat the pair's score?

For more niche Elton content, check back in your podcast player for the rest of the Elton vs Elton Album Battle series!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums...


What is the best Elton John solo studio album?
What is the best Elton John solo studio album? episode artwork
Today at 6:00 AM

Anthony and Dominic have been reviewing each of Elton John's solo studio albums each week for the last 31 weeks. Now the scores are in and they can finally answer the question: What is the best Elton John solo studio album?! (in their opinion) Join the pair for a reflection back on the project, some bonus playlists, a ten question quiz & of course, the official top 31 chart that the whole project has been leading up to!

Thank you to everyone who has been with us on this journey!

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31. Regimental Sgt. Zippo (2021) Album Review
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10/27/2026

Dominic & Anthony are now left sitting doing nothing, as they complete their mission of listening to & reviewing all thirty-one of Elton John's solo studio albums. Regimental Sgt. Zippo is their latest and final album to review. But will you be sorry to see them go as the clock goes round? Tune in for the final solo studio review to find out!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score...


30. Wonderful Crazy Night (2016) Album Review
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10/20/2026

Clearly, Dominic & Anthony's guilty pleasure is reviewing all of Elton John's solo studio albums. In the last episode they disagreed about The Diving Board; will things be looking up this time around with Wonderful Crazy Night? They've got a good heart, but will that be enough, as they review Elton solo studio album number thirty?!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve...


29. The Diving Board (2013) Album Review
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10/13/2026

Dominic & Anthony can't stay alone tonight- they're so close to having reviewed all of Elton John's solo studio albums...and this episode is no excpetion. Will The Diving Board bring them home again, or will it trap them in quicksand? Tune in to find out!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks...


28. The Captain and the Kid (2006) Album Review
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10/06/2026

Elton and Bernie have been working together since old '67; Anthony and Dominic have been reviewing solo studio albums all year. It's just like Noah's Ark with these pairings. But how will The Captain and the Kid fare in the ranking? Will the whole thing blow up like a tinderbox? Will the house fall down? Tune in to find out!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as...


27. Peachtree Road (2004) Album Review
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09/29/2026

The weight of the world is heavy on Dominic & Anthony as they approach the last few of Elton John's solo studio albums to review. But whilst that may be all that the freaks in love are allowed, there's still time to discuss Elton's 27th effort: Will Peachtree Road lead to too many tears being cried? The answer, listeners, is in the sky....

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping...


26. Songs from the West Coast (2001) Album Review
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09/22/2026

In a few episodes' time, this pod won't stop here anymore, as Dominic & Anthony will have reviewed every Elton John solo studio album. But for now, they're reviewing Elton's 26th effort: Songs from the West Coast. Is this one a dark diamond, or should it be consigned to the wasteland?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo...


BONUS: The Road to El Dorado Soundtrack (2000) Album Review
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09/16/2026

 Dominic and Anthony can't get enough of Elton's albums; so much so that they're reviewing things that aren't even solo studio albums now! Tuck into this bonus episode, nestled between 1997's 'The Big Picture' and 2001's 'Songs from the West Coast'. Normal service will be resumed on Tuesday!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, d...


25. The Big Picture (1997) Album Review
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09/15/2026

Chatting every week with a pal about one of your favourite musicians: Surely the stuff of wicked dreams? But as Anthony & Dominic get onto Elton John's 25th solo studio album, are they starting to feel a long way from happiness? What does the Big Picture look like for them...and how does the album sound?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve...


24. Made in England (1995) Album Review
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09/08/2026

Reviewing every Elton John solo studio album may sound like a pain for many, but for Dominic & Anthony, they consider themselves blessed to have this challenge. Will Made in England- Elton's 24th effort- leave them cold? Tune in to find out! 

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the...


BONUS: Lion King Soundtrack (1994) Album Review
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09/03/2026

Can you feel the love tonight? Dominic and Anthony can't get enough of Elton's albums; so much so that they're reviewing things that aren't even solo studio albums now! Tuck into this bonus episode, nestled between 1992's 'The One' and 1995's 'Made in England'. Normal service will be resumed on Tuesday!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's...


BONUS: Duets (1993) Album Review
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09/02/2026

Old friends Dominic and Anthony can't get enough of Elton's albums; so much so that they're reviewing things that aren't even solo studio albums now! Tuck into this bonus episode, nestled between 1992's 'The One' and 1995's 'Made in England'. Normal service will be resumed on Tuesday!  

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing th...


23. The One (1992) Album Review
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09/01/2026

Twenty-three Elton John solo studio albums into the series now, and Dominic and Anthony are still searching for 'the one'. Will this conversation be a runaway train success, or will the duo need to sweat it out?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random t...


22. Sleeping with the Past (1989) Album Review
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08/25/2026

The 1980s are drawing to a close, meaning that Anthony & Dominic sacrifice more of their time to review an Elton John solo studio album. As they review his twenty-second effort, does Sleeping with the Past amaze them, leave them a stone's throw from hurtin', or are there whispers that this album is criminally underrated?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into...


21. Reg Strikes Back (1988) Album Review
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08/18/2026

You'd think that after twenty episodes of reviewing Elton John's solo studio albums, Domnic & Anthony might be screaming "I don't wanna go on with you like that"...and yet they continue with the task! As they review Elton's twenty-first solo studio album, the question is: Is this record a 'town of plenty' or are we throwing a 'rope around a fool'?  

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as...


20. Leather Jackets (1986) Album Review
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08/11/2026

Go it alone? Never! Dominic & Anthony are a dynamic duo, committed to their chronological dissection of all Elton John solo studio albums. As they review his twentieth effort, does Leather Jackets evoke a memory of love or does it simply fall apart?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians...


19. Ice on Fire (1985) Album Review
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08/04/2026

Born in 1979 and 1986 respectively, many would say that Dominic & Anthony are too young to be reviewing Elton John's solo studio albums from the 1970s and 1980s...but you can cry to heaven, because they're doing it anyway and are now looking at Elton's nineteenth effort: Ice on Fire. We've heard what the papers say...but what will Dom & Ant have to say?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping...


18. Breaking Hearts (1984) Album Review
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07/28/2026

Dominic & Anthony have been delighted to have so many passengers on the podcast train as they attempt to find Elton John's best studio album. As they examine his eighteenth effort, will Breaking Hearts be held up in neon as one of the greats, or will reviewing this one leave the pair restless?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of...


17. Too Low for Zero (1983) Album Review
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07/21/2026

DISCLAIMER: We got all excited one night, decided to record a pod, ended up doing it in Anthony's kitchen and consequently there's a lot of echoes and hisses. We still think it's a great show, but if you have certain sensitivities or preferences, this one might not be for you. This was a one-off, so do check any of our other higher-quality recordings ;)

Seventeen episodes in and Dominic & Anthony are still standing in their mission to find Elton's best studio album. As they examine his 1983 solo studio album, will 2V40 be heralded like a saint, or treated...


16. Jump Up! (1982) Album Review
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07/14/2026

Talking so much about Elton John's music might lead to a call from the legal boys, but it's not stopping Dominic & Anthony in their quest to find Elton's best studio album. As they examine his sixteenth effort, will Jump Up feel like a ball and chain or will it be cherished like a princess?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into...


15. The Fox (1981) Album Review
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07/07/2026

Dominic & Anthony's heart is in the right place, breaking down barriers as they attempt to find Elton John's best studio album. As they examine his fifteenth effort, will The Fox be reviewed with great fanfare or will it be a case of nobody wins?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually...


14. 21 at 33 (1980) Album Review
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06/30/2026

Dominic & Anthony continue to sit in two rooms, searching for the best Elton John studio album; as they review Elton's fourteenth effort, can 21 at 33 top the Elton v Elton charts, or will they be saying "take me back" to the 1970s?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved...


13. Victim of Love (1979) Album Review
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06/23/2026

Dominic & Anthony put seven disco tracks under the spotlight, as they review Elton's thirteenth studio album; was Victim of Love simply born bad or will it inspire some warm love in a cold world? Only the Elton v Elton charts will reveal the true objective answer!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the...


12. A Single Man (1978) Album Review
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06/16/2026

Some would say that reviewing every Elton John studio album is madness; whilst it ain't gonna be easy, Dominic & Anthony would say "I don't care" and that searching for the best Elton album is a part-time love; can A Single Man shine on through and top the Elton v Elton charts, or will it be a big dipper?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go...


11. Blue Moves (1976) Album Review
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06/09/2026

Dominic & Anthony's eleventh podcast is certainly not out of the blue, as they continue their search for Elton John's best studio album; can Blue Moves become an idol and top the Elton v Elton charts, or will it be someone's final song?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians...


10. Rock of the Westies (1975) Album Review
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06/02/2026

Heard about the brave new sound Elton's bringing to his tenth studio album? Will it feed me or be a hard luck story? Let's see what Dominic & Anthony think...

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover versions & anything else in between!

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9. Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy (1975) Album Review
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05/26/2026

Dominic & Anthony continue to search for a meal ticket, as they review Elton's ninth studio album; can Captain Fantastic top the Elton v Elton charts, or would we all be better off dead?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover versions & anything...


8. Caribou (1974) Album Review
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05/19/2026

The clock is ticking on Dominic & Anthony's longest single episode so far, as they review Elton's eighth studio album; can Caribou top the Elton v Elton charts, or is it a stinker?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover versions & anything else...


7b. Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973) Album Review (part 2)
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05/13/2026

Dominic & Anthony review the second disc of Elton's FIRST double album; but will the second half of GBYBR pull it up or drag it down in the Elton v Elton charts? In this episode the pair discuss tracks 9-17 i.e. the third & fourth sides of the original record.

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio...


7. Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973) Album Review (part 1)
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05/12/2026

Roll up at the double as Dominic & Anthony review Elton's FIRST double album, and his seventh overall studio album; can GBYBR top the Elton v Elton charts, or will it be a funeral for a friend? In this episode the pair discuss tracks 1-8 i.e. the first two sides of the original record.

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into...


6. Don't Shoot Me I'm Only The Piano Player (1973) Album Review
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05/05/2026

Have mercy on the...podcasters Dominic & Anthony, as they review Elton's sixth studio album; can DSMIOTPP top the Elton v Elton charts, or will it be singing blues for baby & me?

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover versions & anything else in...


5. Honky Chateau (1972) Album Review
04/28/2026

How does an album with such an epic song as Rocket Man have such an awful cover?! Dominic & Anthony review Elton's fifth studio album & even get bold enough to rearrange the track order...who do they think they are exactly?!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the...


4. Madman Across The Water (1971) Album Review
04/21/2026

"Take a look at him; he's so insane". But who is he? Richard Nixon? A man inside an institution? Elton himself? Dominic & Anthony cross the water to find out...

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover versions & anything else in between!

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3. Tumbleweed Connection (1970) Album Review
04/14/2026

You can just taste the Americana....wait! Isn't that a train station in Sussex?! Elton's third album is a concept album...but what do Anthony & Dominic make of the 'concept'? Get listening, to find out!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover...


2. Elton John (1970) Album Review
04/07/2026

Cheer up Elton; this album's about to catapult you into the public consciousness! But what do Anthony & Dominic think of this self-titled album? There's only one way to find out...fight!!!!!!!!!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover versions & anything else in...


1. Empty Sky (1969) Album Review
03/31/2026

Elton's debut album is released! But what do Anthony & Dominic think of it? Let the battle commence!

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Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover versions & anything else in between!

We'd love to hear from you with your ratings, opinions and...


TRAILER! Which is Elton John's best album?
03/31/2026

Welcome to Elton v Elton: The Album Battle! This is the podcast where two pals (Anthony & Dominic) & Elton fans rage over which of Elton's albums we think is the best. We'll be keeping score as we go, as we delve into each of Elton's solo studio albums, discussing the tracks individually, the musicians involved, the album art, random trivia, cover versions & anything else in between!

We'd love to hear from you with your ratings, opinions and any other insights into Elton's work you have. Drop us an email via [email protected]

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