Bluesology was a 1960s English R&B group, best remembered as being the first professional band of which Reggie Dwight – later known as Elton John – was a member.
History
From about 1960, organist Reggie Dwight – then aged 13 – and his neighbour, singer and guitarist Stewart "Stu" Brown, performed with a local group, the Corvettes, in Pinner, Middlesex, a suburb of London. After that group split up, the pair formed a new group, Bluesology, with Rex Bishop (bass), and Mick Inkpen (drums). According to Dwight the band's name was in homage to the Django Reinhardt album Djangology. There had also been a 1956 piece named Bluesology by John Lewis of the Modern Jazz Quartet. By 1962 they had begun playing local pubs, and in 1963 they won a regular weekly slot at the Establishment Club in London, playing tunes by Muddy Waters, Jimmy Witherspoon and Memphis Slim, among others. In 1965, they turned professional, and signed a contract with an agency which began hiring them out as a backing band for visiting American performers, including The Isley Brothers, Doris Troy, Billy Stewart and Patti LaBelle.
Elton John (Reg Dwight) with Bluesology - Corrina Corrina (1965)
An unreleased recording from Bluesology's first recording session in 1965. This was recorded the same day as "Come Back Baby" with the intention of it being the B-side to Bluesology's first single, and therefore Elton John's first published recording. The recording session happened in Spring 1965 at Jack Jackson's studio in Rickmansworth, near London (and Pinner).
"Time's Getting Tougher than Tough" was recorded later and eventually became the released B-side to "Come Back Baby."
This recording was taken from a rare acetate, as this was never pressed to vinyl.
The first Bluesology lineup was
Reg Dwight on piano & organ
Stuart Brown on vocal & guitar
Rex Bishop on bass,
Mick Inkpen on drums,
and Terry Pattison on sax.
Of course Reg Dwight later left the band and changed his name to Elton ...
published: 31 Jan 2016
Elton John (Reg Dwight) with Bluesology - Come Back Baby (1965)
Bluesology's first single, featuring a young Reg Dwight (Elton John) on vocals & keyboards. The song (words & music) was written also by the 18-year-old Reg. A couple of years later he teamed up with lyricist Bernie Taupin and they created much better songs!
published: 09 Jan 2009
Elton John (Reg Dwight) with Bluesology - Mr Frantic (1966)
"Mr. Frantic" written by Reg Dwight (Elton John), released as a single in 1966, performed by his band Bluesology, with Reg (the future Elton John) on vocals and keyboards. The single was not a hit! Pictures are of the young Reg Dwight in the 60s and etc. including his old house and the pub where he played....
published: 07 Jan 2009
Bluesology
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Bluesology · The Modern Jazz Quartet
Fontessa
℗ 1956 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International for the world outside of the United States.
Drums: Connie Kay
Piano: John Lewis
Producer: Nesuhi Ertegun
Composer, Writer: Milt Jackson
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published: 07 Nov 2014
Bluesology feat ELTON JOHN- Don't forget to remember me (very rare!!)
Yeah, Bluesology =) Enjoy ;-)
published: 03 Oct 2009
Bluesology
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Bluesology · Oscar Peterson
Oscar Peterson: Live In Chicago
℗ 2009 T2 Entertainment
Released on: 2009-09-01
Soloist: Herb Ellis
Soloist: Ray Brown
Composer: Jackson
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published: 12 Apr 2015
Elton John (Reg Dwight) with Bluesology - Just a Little Bit (1967)
Bluesology 1967 with Reg Dwight (Elton John) on piano and Stewart A. Brown on vocals. This song was the B-side to the group's final single "Since I Found You Baby". After this single Reg quit the band, became Elton John, met lyricist Bernie Taupin (also 1967) and did "pretty well" for himself as a solo artist! Stewart A. Brown also continued as a solo artist, and even later covered some of Elton's early songs!
published: 09 Jan 2009
Elton John (with Bluesology) - Time's Getting Tougher Than Tough (1965)
Bluesology - the soul band that Elton John played in in the mid & late sixties. His name was Reg Dwight then. This song was released as the B-side to "Come Back Baby," Reg Dwight (Elton John)'s first recorded and released composition.
This recording was taken from the vinyl.
The first Bluesology lineup was
Reg Dwight on piano & organ
Stuart Brown on vocal & guitar
Rex Bishop on bass,
and Mick Inkpen on drums.
Various horn players also came and went.
published: 31 Jan 2016
Bluesology
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Bluesology · Joe Pass
One For My Baby
℗ 1989 Pablo Records, Distributed by Concord.
Released on: 1989-06-02
Producer, Recording Producer: Eric Miller
Studio Personnel, Mastering Engineer: George Horn
Associated Performer, Bass Guitar: Andy Simpkins
Associated Performer, Drums: Al "Tootie" Heath
Associated Performer, Guitar: Joe Pass
Associated Performer, Piano, Organ: Gerald Wiggins
Associated Performer, Tenor Saxophone: Plas Johnson
Studio Personnel, Recording Engineer: George Belle
Studio Personnel, Asst. Recording Engineer: Bruce Balestier
Composer Lyricist: Milt Jackson
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published: 26 Nov 2020
Come Back, Baby BLUESOLOGY ft ELTON JOHN aka Reg Dwight
Song written by Reg Dwight aka Elton John
Song promotion by me Tony Hiller for Mills Music
More details at www.tonyhiller.com
www.facebook.com/TonyHillerSongwriter
An unreleased recording from Bluesology's first recording session in 1965. This was recorded the same day as "Come Back Baby" with the intention of it being the...
An unreleased recording from Bluesology's first recording session in 1965. This was recorded the same day as "Come Back Baby" with the intention of it being the B-side to Bluesology's first single, and therefore Elton John's first published recording. The recording session happened in Spring 1965 at Jack Jackson's studio in Rickmansworth, near London (and Pinner).
"Time's Getting Tougher than Tough" was recorded later and eventually became the released B-side to "Come Back Baby."
This recording was taken from a rare acetate, as this was never pressed to vinyl.
The first Bluesology lineup was
Reg Dwight on piano & organ
Stuart Brown on vocal & guitar
Rex Bishop on bass,
Mick Inkpen on drums,
and Terry Pattison on sax.
Of course Reg Dwight later left the band and changed his name to Elton John. He did alright as a solo artist as well.
An unreleased recording from Bluesology's first recording session in 1965. This was recorded the same day as "Come Back Baby" with the intention of it being the B-side to Bluesology's first single, and therefore Elton John's first published recording. The recording session happened in Spring 1965 at Jack Jackson's studio in Rickmansworth, near London (and Pinner).
"Time's Getting Tougher than Tough" was recorded later and eventually became the released B-side to "Come Back Baby."
This recording was taken from a rare acetate, as this was never pressed to vinyl.
The first Bluesology lineup was
Reg Dwight on piano & organ
Stuart Brown on vocal & guitar
Rex Bishop on bass,
Mick Inkpen on drums,
and Terry Pattison on sax.
Of course Reg Dwight later left the band and changed his name to Elton John. He did alright as a solo artist as well.
Bluesology's first single, featuring a young Reg Dwight (Elton John) on vocals & keyboards. The song (words & music) was written also by the 18-year-old Reg. A ...
Bluesology's first single, featuring a young Reg Dwight (Elton John) on vocals & keyboards. The song (words & music) was written also by the 18-year-old Reg. A couple of years later he teamed up with lyricist Bernie Taupin and they created much better songs!
Bluesology's first single, featuring a young Reg Dwight (Elton John) on vocals & keyboards. The song (words & music) was written also by the 18-year-old Reg. A couple of years later he teamed up with lyricist Bernie Taupin and they created much better songs!
"Mr. Frantic" written by Reg Dwight (Elton John), released as a single in 1966, performed by his band Bluesology, with Reg (the future Elton John) on vocals and...
"Mr. Frantic" written by Reg Dwight (Elton John), released as a single in 1966, performed by his band Bluesology, with Reg (the future Elton John) on vocals and keyboards. The single was not a hit! Pictures are of the young Reg Dwight in the 60s and etc. including his old house and the pub where he played....
"Mr. Frantic" written by Reg Dwight (Elton John), released as a single in 1966, performed by his band Bluesology, with Reg (the future Elton John) on vocals and keyboards. The single was not a hit! Pictures are of the young Reg Dwight in the 60s and etc. including his old house and the pub where he played....
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Bluesology · The Modern Jazz Quartet
Fontessa
℗ 1956 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA Inter...
Provided to YouTube by Rhino Atlantic
Bluesology · The Modern Jazz Quartet
Fontessa
℗ 1956 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International for the world outside of the United States.
Drums: Connie Kay
Piano: John Lewis
Producer: Nesuhi Ertegun
Composer, Writer: Milt Jackson
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Provided to YouTube by Rhino Atlantic
Bluesology · The Modern Jazz Quartet
Fontessa
℗ 1956 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International for the world outside of the United States.
Drums: Connie Kay
Piano: John Lewis
Producer: Nesuhi Ertegun
Composer, Writer: Milt Jackson
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Provided to YouTube by The-Source
Bluesology · Oscar Peterson
Oscar Peterson: Live In Chicago
℗ 2009 T2 Entertainment
Released on: 2009-09-01
Soloist: Herb...
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Bluesology · Oscar Peterson
Oscar Peterson: Live In Chicago
℗ 2009 T2 Entertainment
Released on: 2009-09-01
Soloist: Herb Ellis
Soloist: Ray Brown
Composer: Jackson
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Provided to YouTube by The-Source
Bluesology · Oscar Peterson
Oscar Peterson: Live In Chicago
℗ 2009 T2 Entertainment
Released on: 2009-09-01
Soloist: Herb Ellis
Soloist: Ray Brown
Composer: Jackson
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Bluesology 1967 with Reg Dwight (Elton John) on piano and Stewart A. Brown on vocals. This song was the B-side to the group's final single "Since I Found You Ba...
Bluesology 1967 with Reg Dwight (Elton John) on piano and Stewart A. Brown on vocals. This song was the B-side to the group's final single "Since I Found You Baby". After this single Reg quit the band, became Elton John, met lyricist Bernie Taupin (also 1967) and did "pretty well" for himself as a solo artist! Stewart A. Brown also continued as a solo artist, and even later covered some of Elton's early songs!
Bluesology 1967 with Reg Dwight (Elton John) on piano and Stewart A. Brown on vocals. This song was the B-side to the group's final single "Since I Found You Baby". After this single Reg quit the band, became Elton John, met lyricist Bernie Taupin (also 1967) and did "pretty well" for himself as a solo artist! Stewart A. Brown also continued as a solo artist, and even later covered some of Elton's early songs!
Bluesology - the soul band that Elton John played in in the mid & late sixties. His name was Reg Dwight then. This song was released as the B-side to "Come Back...
Bluesology - the soul band that Elton John played in in the mid & late sixties. His name was Reg Dwight then. This song was released as the B-side to "Come Back Baby," Reg Dwight (Elton John)'s first recorded and released composition.
This recording was taken from the vinyl.
The first Bluesology lineup was
Reg Dwight on piano & organ
Stuart Brown on vocal & guitar
Rex Bishop on bass,
and Mick Inkpen on drums.
Various horn players also came and went.
Bluesology - the soul band that Elton John played in in the mid & late sixties. His name was Reg Dwight then. This song was released as the B-side to "Come Back Baby," Reg Dwight (Elton John)'s first recorded and released composition.
This recording was taken from the vinyl.
The first Bluesology lineup was
Reg Dwight on piano & organ
Stuart Brown on vocal & guitar
Rex Bishop on bass,
and Mick Inkpen on drums.
Various horn players also came and went.
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group
Bluesology · Joe Pass
One For My Baby
℗ 1989 Pablo Records, Distributed by Concord.
Released on: 1989-06-02
Pr...
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group
Bluesology · Joe Pass
One For My Baby
℗ 1989 Pablo Records, Distributed by Concord.
Released on: 1989-06-02
Producer, Recording Producer: Eric Miller
Studio Personnel, Mastering Engineer: George Horn
Associated Performer, Bass Guitar: Andy Simpkins
Associated Performer, Drums: Al "Tootie" Heath
Associated Performer, Guitar: Joe Pass
Associated Performer, Piano, Organ: Gerald Wiggins
Associated Performer, Tenor Saxophone: Plas Johnson
Studio Personnel, Recording Engineer: George Belle
Studio Personnel, Asst. Recording Engineer: Bruce Balestier
Composer Lyricist: Milt Jackson
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Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group
Bluesology · Joe Pass
One For My Baby
℗ 1989 Pablo Records, Distributed by Concord.
Released on: 1989-06-02
Producer, Recording Producer: Eric Miller
Studio Personnel, Mastering Engineer: George Horn
Associated Performer, Bass Guitar: Andy Simpkins
Associated Performer, Drums: Al "Tootie" Heath
Associated Performer, Guitar: Joe Pass
Associated Performer, Piano, Organ: Gerald Wiggins
Associated Performer, Tenor Saxophone: Plas Johnson
Studio Personnel, Recording Engineer: George Belle
Studio Personnel, Asst. Recording Engineer: Bruce Balestier
Composer Lyricist: Milt Jackson
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Song written by Reg Dwight aka Elton John
Song promotion by me Tony Hiller for Mills Music
More details at www.tonyhiller.com
www.facebook.com/TonyHillerSongwri...
Song written by Reg Dwight aka Elton John
Song promotion by me Tony Hiller for Mills Music
More details at www.tonyhiller.com
www.facebook.com/TonyHillerSongwriter
Song written by Reg Dwight aka Elton John
Song promotion by me Tony Hiller for Mills Music
More details at www.tonyhiller.com
www.facebook.com/TonyHillerSongwriter
An unreleased recording from Bluesology's first recording session in 1965. This was recorded the same day as "Come Back Baby" with the intention of it being the B-side to Bluesology's first single, and therefore Elton John's first published recording. The recording session happened in Spring 1965 at Jack Jackson's studio in Rickmansworth, near London (and Pinner).
"Time's Getting Tougher than Tough" was recorded later and eventually became the released B-side to "Come Back Baby."
This recording was taken from a rare acetate, as this was never pressed to vinyl.
The first Bluesology lineup was
Reg Dwight on piano & organ
Stuart Brown on vocal & guitar
Rex Bishop on bass,
Mick Inkpen on drums,
and Terry Pattison on sax.
Of course Reg Dwight later left the band and changed his name to Elton John. He did alright as a solo artist as well.
Bluesology's first single, featuring a young Reg Dwight (Elton John) on vocals & keyboards. The song (words & music) was written also by the 18-year-old Reg. A couple of years later he teamed up with lyricist Bernie Taupin and they created much better songs!
"Mr. Frantic" written by Reg Dwight (Elton John), released as a single in 1966, performed by his band Bluesology, with Reg (the future Elton John) on vocals and keyboards. The single was not a hit! Pictures are of the young Reg Dwight in the 60s and etc. including his old house and the pub where he played....
Provided to YouTube by Rhino Atlantic
Bluesology · The Modern Jazz Quartet
Fontessa
℗ 1956 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International for the world outside of the United States.
Drums: Connie Kay
Piano: John Lewis
Producer: Nesuhi Ertegun
Composer, Writer: Milt Jackson
Auto-generated by YouTube.
Provided to YouTube by The-Source
Bluesology · Oscar Peterson
Oscar Peterson: Live In Chicago
℗ 2009 T2 Entertainment
Released on: 2009-09-01
Soloist: Herb Ellis
Soloist: Ray Brown
Composer: Jackson
Auto-generated by YouTube.
Bluesology 1967 with Reg Dwight (Elton John) on piano and Stewart A. Brown on vocals. This song was the B-side to the group's final single "Since I Found You Baby". After this single Reg quit the band, became Elton John, met lyricist Bernie Taupin (also 1967) and did "pretty well" for himself as a solo artist! Stewart A. Brown also continued as a solo artist, and even later covered some of Elton's early songs!
Bluesology - the soul band that Elton John played in in the mid & late sixties. His name was Reg Dwight then. This song was released as the B-side to "Come Back Baby," Reg Dwight (Elton John)'s first recorded and released composition.
This recording was taken from the vinyl.
The first Bluesology lineup was
Reg Dwight on piano & organ
Stuart Brown on vocal & guitar
Rex Bishop on bass,
and Mick Inkpen on drums.
Various horn players also came and went.
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group
Bluesology · Joe Pass
One For My Baby
℗ 1989 Pablo Records, Distributed by Concord.
Released on: 1989-06-02
Producer, Recording Producer: Eric Miller
Studio Personnel, Mastering Engineer: George Horn
Associated Performer, Bass Guitar: Andy Simpkins
Associated Performer, Drums: Al "Tootie" Heath
Associated Performer, Guitar: Joe Pass
Associated Performer, Piano, Organ: Gerald Wiggins
Associated Performer, Tenor Saxophone: Plas Johnson
Studio Personnel, Recording Engineer: George Belle
Studio Personnel, Asst. Recording Engineer: Bruce Balestier
Composer Lyricist: Milt Jackson
Auto-generated by YouTube.
Song written by Reg Dwight aka Elton John
Song promotion by me Tony Hiller for Mills Music
More details at www.tonyhiller.com
www.facebook.com/TonyHillerSongwriter
Bluesology was a 1960s English R&B group, best remembered as being the first professional band of which Reggie Dwight – later known as Elton John – was a member.
History
From about 1960, organist Reggie Dwight – then aged 13 – and his neighbour, singer and guitarist Stewart "Stu" Brown, performed with a local group, the Corvettes, in Pinner, Middlesex, a suburb of London. After that group split up, the pair formed a new group, Bluesology, with Rex Bishop (bass), and Mick Inkpen (drums). According to Dwight the band's name was in homage to the Django Reinhardt album Djangology. There had also been a 1956 piece named Bluesology by John Lewis of the Modern Jazz Quartet. By 1962 they had begun playing local pubs, and in 1963 they won a regular weekly slot at the Establishment Club in London, playing tunes by Muddy Waters, Jimmy Witherspoon and Memphis Slim, among others. In 1965, they turned professional, and signed a contract with an agency which began hiring them out as a backing band for visiting American performers, including The Isley Brothers, Doris Troy, Billy Stewart and Patti LaBelle.
Everybody's trying to get to me Every guy is out for the kill I'm the type of girl worth pursuing But I won't be caught standing still,no I won't You're throwin all of your attention on me Take your best shot I bet you'll miss You got me interested enough to stand closer Maybe try a little, kiss You hit the bullseye, baby (You hit the bullseye, baby) Now I'm into you crazy (You know ya hit the mark) Don't know how you got me started (I'm not an easy target, HIT IT!) You hit the bullseye You hit my heart I'm surprised the way you affect me Like an arrow penetrating my heart Naturally you seem to just get me So obviously you're pretty smart HA HA HA! I like the way you're all dressed up, messed up I like the way you don't care I wasn't certain that you'd ring my bell but Then you whispered in my ear You hit the bullseye, baby (You hit the bullseye, baby) Now i'm into you crazy (You know you hit the mark) Don't know how you got me started (I'm not an easy target, HIT IT!) You hit the bullseye You hit my heart You hit my heart (heart, heart) You didn't ask me for my number? Wait, you didn't ask me for my number? Hmm I like the fact that you didn't ask that Cause you already got my number, huh You hit the bullseye, baby (You hit the bullseye, baby) Now I'm into you crazy (You know you hit the mark) Don't know how you got me started (I'm not an easy target, HIT IT!) (You hit the bullseye) (You hit the bullseye) (You hit the bullseye)