Which record label signed Elton John in 1967?

DJM Records signed Elton John in 1967. The label was established by music publisher Dick James and became an important early home for John’s recordings.

At the time, John was still developing his identity as a performer and songwriter. He had worked with lyricist Bernie Taupin after the two were introduced through a music-publishing connection. Their partnership became one of the most successful songwriting collaborations in popular music.

DJM released John’s early singles and albums, including Empty Sky and Elton John. His international breakthrough came soon afterward, helped by songs such as “Your Song” and his growing reputation as a dynamic live performer. The label is sometimes confused with later companies associated with his global releases, but DJM was central to the beginning of his recording career.