Restoration: The Songs Of Elton John And Bernie Taupin

On two Elton John tribute LPs, pop heavies like Demi Lovato and Lady Gaga pay their respects, but most of the revelations come from Nashville

One of two albums released as a celebration of the 50+ years of collaboration between Elton John and Bernie Taupin, Restoration: Reimagining the Songs of Elton John and Bernie Taupin is the brainchild of the lyricist, who wanted to pay tribute to the Americana that's informed his imagery ever since the beginning of his career.

The other of two recent compilations of Elton John cover songs, Restoration, finds John and Taupin’s compositions played by country artists both old and new.