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“Barney Kessel is incredible. He's just amazing . . . . Nobody can play guitar like that”

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John Lennon, born on October 9, 1940, in Liverpool, England, and died on December 8, 1980. He was a founding member of the iconic rock band The Beatles, known for his unique musical talent and his advocacy for peace and anti-war ideas. more

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Author:Barney Kessel

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