John Mayer
Indian composer and musician
Born
October 16th, 1977
47 years ago
Died
March 9th, 2004
21 years ago — 26 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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An influential composer and musician, contributed significantly to Indian classical music. Worked extensively in film scoring and collaborative projects. Also engaged in music education, inspiring younger generations of musicians.
Composed music for notable Indian films
Collaborated with renowned artists in India
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