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George Martin described as ‘visionary’ and ‘musical genius’

Sean Ono Lennon and Ringo Starr among those to pay tribute to Beatles producer

Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and producer George Martin during recording of a new Beatles song “Free As A Bird’ in 1995. Sir George, the record producer known as the “Fifth Beatle”, has died aged 90. Photograph: Handout/PA

Wed Mar 9 2016 - 09:19

Sir George Martin has been described as "visionary" and "a musical genius" as tributes flooded in following his death at 90 years of age.

Sean Ono Lennon, son of John and Yoko, posted a picture of Sir George on Instagram with the caption: "R.I.P. George Martin. I'm so gutted I don't have many words. Thinking of Judy and Giles and family. Love Always, Sean."

Beatle Ringo Starr wrote on Twitter: "God bless George Martin peace and love to Judy and his family love Ringo and Barbara. George will be missed."

R.I.P. George Martin. I'm so gutted I don't have many words. Thinking of Judy and Giles and family. Love Always, Sean

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Alongside a picture of Sir George with the Fab Four he added: “Thank you for all your love and kindness George peace and love.”

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Singer Lenny Kravitz wrote on Twitter: "The legends are really going home! Visionary producer of The Beatles, George Martin (1926-2016)."

Liam Gallagher wrote simply: "Sir George Martin RIP LG x"

Singer Josh Groban said: "Every time I record at abbey road I geek out and play with the mics sir George Martin used. What an ear, what a life, what a legacy."

Television presenter Piers Morgan said: “RIP Sir George Martin. The 5th Beatle, producer extraordinaire & a musical genius.”

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