David Essex: Lamplight Single (1973)

Essex's Moody Moonlight Hit

David Essex’s “Lamplight” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 2, 1973, on CBS Records (catalogue: SCBS1902). Backed with “We All Insane,” this haunting glam-pop ballad, written by David Essex, was the second single from his debut album Rock On. Produced by Jeff Wayne, the A-side’s dreamy melody, Essex’s emotive vocals, and orchestral swells peaked at No. 7 for two weeks on the UK Singles Chart remaining for for 15 weeks.

UK Variations

Single 7" Vinyl Solid Centre Single

Label: CBS – S CBS 1902

Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single, Solid Centre

A Lamplight 2:54

B We All Insane 3:08

Phonographic Copyright ℗ – CBS Records

Published By – Jeff Wayne Music Ltd.

Pressed By – CBS Pressing Plant, Aston Clinton

Produced For – Jeff Wayne Music

Producer, Arranged By, Conductor – Jeff Wayne

Written-By – D. Essex*

Sleeve cut with waves in the opening.

Produced, Arranged & Conducted By Jeff Wayne For JWM, Jeff Wayne Music.

A U.K. Production.

Single 7" Vinyl Four Prong Centre

Label: CBS – S CBS 1902, CBS – 1902

Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Stereo, Push-Out Centre

A Lamplight 2:54

B We All Insane 3:08

Phonographic Copyright ℗ – CBS Records

Published By – Jeff Wayne Music Ltd.

Pressed By – CBS Pressing Plant, Aston Clinton

Produced For – Jeff Wayne Music

Producer, Arranged By, Conductor – Jeff Wayne

Written-By – D. Essex*

Labels:

Produced, arranged & conducted by Jeff Wayne for JWM, Jeff Wayne Music

A U.K. Production

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Sources

Discogs: Lamplight (1973)

45cat: CBS 1898 Single

YouTube: Lamplight

Wikipedia: Rock On (David Essex album)

Official Charts Company: David Essex Singles

AllMusic: David Essex Discography