R.I.P. Sir George Martin 1926-2016

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Bernard Cribbens, best known for the 60s novelty song ‘Right Said Fred’, has died at the age of 93.

Gerry Marsden, lead singer of UK Merseybeat band Gerry and the Pacemakers, has died in the UK at the age of 78.

You Am I's Davey Lane has expanded his line-up for the George Martin tribute concert in Melbourne.

Little River Band’s Glenn Shorrock has teamed with You Am I’s Davey Lane to pay tribute to the late Sir George Martin with ‘George Martin The Fifth Beatle A Live Celebration’.

There has been an outpouring of memories and love for George Martin who passed away yesterday at the age of 90.