John Lennon’s final concert appearance — preserved in one electrifying EP.

Published in February 1976, this Record Mirror article reveals that BBC Radio 1 is preparing a six‑part documentary series on Elton John, following the success of recent Insight programmes on Jimi Hendrix and other major pop figures.

Elton John’s explosive 1975 remake of “Pinball Wizard” became the only Who cover to reach the UK Top 10.

A secondary excerpt emphasising Elton’s transformation from a self‑doubting young pianist into one of the most theatrical and confident performers of the decade — a journey marked by humour, resilience, and reinvention.

Released on February 27, 1975, “Philadelphia Freedom” became one of Elton John’s biggest U.S. hits, blending orchestral soul with a personal tribute to Billie Jean King and marking another peak in his mid‑’70s chart dominance.

Elton John’s “Candle in the Wind,” released on February 22, 1974, peaked at No. 11 in the UK and was paired with “Bennie and the Jets” as its B‑side.

A glam‑charged week where Slade stormed to No. 1, Elton John ruled the album charts, and the UK and U.S. scenes revealed two very different musical identities.

A genre‑blending snapshot of March 1973, with Strawbs, Sweet, Elton John, and Neil Diamond leading the charts.

A vibrant Record Mirror cover showcasing Elton John in full technicolour flamboyance, supported by an inside feature exploring his rising fame, personality, and presence in the pop landscape of 1973.

A candid, revealing NME feature capturing Elton John at a creative crossroads — reflecting on his image, his band, his American breakthrough, and his determination to reshape the music business on his own terms.