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Gus Dudgeon Self - Producer
Rick Frio Self - Marketing MCA Records USA
Paul Gambaccini Self - Broadcaster
Connie Hillman Self - Vice President Rocket Records
Elton John Self
Del Newman Self - Orchestral Arranger
Nigel Olsson Self - Drummer
Bernie Taupin Self - Lyricist
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