How Elton John eclipsed peers Rod Stewart and Tom Jones to become greatest solo star ever

Following Sir Elton John's epic Glastonbury Festival set on Sunday night, Jessica Boulton explains why the Rocket Man singer is possibly the greatest solo artist this country has ever produced

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