"Madman Across The Water," the legendary Elton John and Bernie Taupin composition, holds a special place in the live repertoire of Angela Petrilli & The Players. This nearly nine-minute masterpiece features Bobby Victor, the band's pianist and organist, on lead vocals.
The band recorded it live in a single take at 64 Sound Studio in Highland Park, CA, near downtown Los Angeles. Following in the footsteps of their rock and roll idols, they opted for a raw and authentic live recording process, capturing the magic of a singular moment. This performance immerses listeners in a dynamic journey, blending a tribute to the raw intensity of Elton John's early Los Angeles years with a distinctive, modern live approach.
Both video and performance are of absolute quality, with the band giving its best in the different moods of the song, the melodic verses, and the energetic and intense instrumental parts (great solos by Angela!). A great choice as a cover and a fantastic performance, very personal also. Give "Madman Across The Water" a go by clicking on the Spotify player below, and don't forget to follow Angela Petrilli on social media as well.