Elton John

NEW YORK, UNITED STATES:  Musician Elton John (L) performs a song with former Beach Boy Brian Wilson (R) during a tribute to Wilson at the Radio City Music Hall in New York 29 March, 2001.  AFP PHOTO  Henny Ray ABRAMS (Photo credit should read HENNY RAY A

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In terms of sales and lasting popularity, Elton John was the biggest pop superstar of the early '70s. Initially marketed as a singer/songwriter, John soon revealed he could craft Beatlesque pop and pound out rockers with equal aplomb. He could dip into soul, disco, and country, as well as classic pop balladry and even progressive rock. His versatility, combined with h... Read More