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Elton John planning Olympic-size performance

British singer-songwriter wants to showcase UK music.

Singer-songwriter and new father, Elton John, 64, is planning an Olympic gig in honor of the 2012 Olympics in London, reports the Sun.

The British artist wants to take the Olympic opportunity to celebrate British music and is hoping the band Muse joins him.

"Elton has never put on subtle live shows but he wants the Olympic gig to be even more overblown and spectacular than ever,” a source told the Sun. "He’s been a huge fan of Matt Bellamy’s band for years and is desperate to collaborate with them.

"A show during the London Olympics will be the ideal opportunity. And with Muse’s reputation as one of the best live groups in the world it’s bound to be special."

Organizers want other famous British artists to help promote British culture and the Games. Rumored attendees include Paul McCartney, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and perhaps younger artists like Adele and Jessie J.