In Memory of 'Beatles' Producer George Martin: 9 Years After His Tragic Death

It's been nine years since the tragic demise of music producer George Martin, best known for his groundbreaking work with The Beatles. Those included Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Martin worked so closely with the famed British band that he was frequently nicknamed the "fifth Beatle." He died of undisclosed causes on March 8, 2016. Martin was 90 years old, and this is his story.

George Martin was born on January 3, 1926, in Highbury, United Kingdom.

From Please Please Me, the Beatles' initial collected work (released in 1963) to their Abbey Road album (released in 1969), Martin worked diligently with the so-called 'Fab Four' to perfect the unique sound and elements of each of their compositions.

Following the band's dissolution, Martin produced for Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr on their solo albums, specifically McCartney's James Bond movie track release Live and Let Die (1973).

Martin also worked closely with additional music icons such as Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Elton John, and more.

On March 8, 2016, Martin passed away quietly in his sleep.

Source: Herbie J Pilato/newsbreak.com