Robert Hilburn

Former LA Times Music Critic

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He was the music critic at the Los Angeles Times from 1970 to 2005 and author most recently of the book “Corn Flakes with John Lennon And Other Tales from a Rock 'n' Roll Life”.

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John Lennon , who helped found — and name — the Beatles 50 years ago, was gunned down by a crazed fan in New York City, 30 years ago. The FBI’s J.

The Life and Legacy of John Lennon

John Lennon , who helped found — and name — the Beatles 50 years ago, was gunned down by a crazed fan in New York City, 30 years ago. The FBI’s J.

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