Elton John's "Take Me to the Pilot" - Hugo Montenegro 1975

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Channel: Ronnie Friend · 2014 · Music

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A popular instrumentalist and film composer in the 1960s, Hugo Montenegro released an instrumental tribute album to Elton John in 1975 called "Rocket Man." 
Side B Track 1 "Take Me to the Pilot"
The ARP synthesizer was played by Hugo's son John Montenegro. Larry Carlton played the guitar.
The very funky James Jamerson on bass.
This recording is taken from the original vinyl, which you can see in the photos.

"Take Me to the Pilot" from the 1970 album "Elton John"
Words & Music by Elton John & Bernie Taupin
©1969 Dick James Music Limited

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