Elton John says goodbye to pop, and hello to real music

The 63-year-old insists that he is not going to compete with the likes of JLS or Lady Gaga anymoreAfter a career spanning no less than seven UK No 1s – but now up against younger "divas" such as Lady Gaga – Elton John is calling time on writing the chart-topping tunes that have brought joy to so many while also curling the toes of more than a few others.At the age of 63, the co-writer of hits including Candle in the Wind, Tiny Dancer and Bennie and the Jets, says he has no desire to be on MT...

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20:04 on October 31 2010

Elton John says goodbye to pop, and hello to real music

Guardian Music — The 63-year-old insists that he is not going to compete with the likes of JLS or Lady Gaga anymoreAfter a career spanning no less than seven UK No 1s – but now up again... more info

00:00 on November 1 2010

Elton John lets the sun go down on pop

Scotsman.com — Rock legend Elton John said his days of writing hit songs are over. The man behind chart smashes like Rocket Man, Your Song and Candle in the Wind said he is too old to c... more info

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00:00 on November 1 2010