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Elton, Macca and Jagger lose millions in recession

Rock's rich list gets credit crunched as biggest-selling musicians see their personal fortunes shrinkElton John, Paul McCartney and Mick Jagger are among those suffering the effects of the global economic downturn. According to the Sunday Times Rich List, the millions-selling musicians suffered an average 10% drop in their earnings last year. Elton John's wealth decreased by more than a quarter â€“ a loss of about Â£175m. However, the Rocket Man still has a personal fortune of Â£235m so...

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15:05 on April 24 2009

Elton, Macca and Jagger lose millions in recession

Guardian Music — Rock's rich list gets credit crunched as biggest-selling musicians see their personal fortunes shrinkElton John, Paul McCartney and Mick Jagger are among those suffering ... more info