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“I have always adored Mahler, and Mahler was a major influence on the music of the Beatles. John and me used to sit and do the Kindertotenlieder and Wunderhorn for hours, we'd take turns singing and playing the piano. We thought Mahler was gear.”

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Paul McCartney, born on June 18, 1942, is a renowned musician, singer, and songwriter from Liverpool, England. He is a founding member of The Beatles, a band that had a profound impact on popular music. McCartney is known for his unique musical talent, versatile performance skills, and prolific songwriting. more

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