Search results
By 1975, Kevin Ayers had joined the roster of Elton John’s manager and partner John Reid, who put considerable energy into turning him into a mainstream artist, booking him appearances on early morning children's TV shows.
A cursory look at the line up here will reveal that a certain Elton John plays piano on three of the tracks, although it must be remembered that while his star was rapidly rising, he was far from being the superstar he subsequently became.
‘Sweet Deceiver’ is the sixth studio album by Kevin Ayers and his last for Island Records. By 1975, Kevin Ayers was on the books of Elton John’s manager and business partner, John Reid, who attempted to turn him into a mainstream artist.
Feb 20, 2013 · Sweet Deceiver (1975) Island. Produced by Kevin Ayers and Ollie Halsall. Ayers is taken on, perhaps surprisingly, by the management company of John Reid, then custodian of Elton John.
LP, Album, Stereo. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1975 Vinyl release of "Sweet Deceiver" on Discogs.
Aug 16, 2019 · Most bizarrely, Ayers was taken on by Elton John’s manager, John Reid, for 1975’s misguided Sweet Deceiver, ending his relationship with Blackhill. It was a move Ayers subsequently regretted.
Mar 24, 2022 · 74. "Mama Can't Buy You Love" ('The Thom Bell Sessions,' 1979) Thom Bell, one of the architects of the Philly Soul sound, produced this sparkling single, which features backup vocals by his top...
