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 his effortless melodic skills, dynamic
charisma and flamboyant stage shows made him the
most popular recording artist of the '70s.
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