John Lennon is as big an icon in death as he was in life. Despite being dead for 28 years, The Beatles front man, who also had a massively successful solo career, is still influencing generation after generation of musicians and songwriters.
I myself, admit to holding the man in the utmost esteem, thinking he is probably the greatest musical talent to come out of the UK in the 20th century. Unlike Paul McCartney, I haven’t lost respect for Lennon’s body of work, mainly because he died while still being credible.

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Tony Wilson, the founder of the Factory Records label and Manchester music scene legend died earlier this month on August 10th.
Now a website has been set up to collect tributes and remembrances of the man who signed Joy Division and New Order.
On August 10th 2007 Anthony H Wilson died of a heart attack due to complications from cancer. He was only 57, and his funeral on August 20th was attended by a great many people.
Ever since then, tributes and dedications have been pouring in from fans, musicians and celebrities alike.
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