Oh that Mark Ronson! Is there anything he can't do? After all, he handed Amy Winehouse one of the most enduring records in the pop world. But having had no shortage of success, the dreamy DJ recently slagged Winehouse after she botched their chances to record the theme for Quantum of Solace. This in turn subjected us to this dreck. Perhaps we should spurn Wino similarly? Ronson also wearies of Lily Allen -- as her personal problems interfere with the creative process. Never mind the fact that she's poised to avoid sophomore slump. So what's a picky producer to do?

Hitch your wagon to a brighter star for a meaningful collaborative partnership, naturally. Elton John has roped in Ronson to produce his next record. The album will mark a milestone in both artists' careers -- it will be the former's 30th studio outing, while providing the latter with a client of sound mind who isn't on deathwatch.