Paul McCartney's melodies are so natural sounding, it's as if they always existed.
Fred van den Hoek
McCartney's songs are so simple and yet so complex. He can write anything from rock, ballads and even classical. And he's the only former member of the Beatles to really get out of the shadow of the world's greatest rock band.
Mozart made the most of his talents and wrote and performed a wide variety of music, which has provided an inspiration to other composers and a continual source of joy to people who wouldn't know a music note from a banknote.
John Lennon was simply the greatest composer of words and music that ever lived. He also brought out the best in McCartney.
Bach's writings are far more complex, without losing any beauty, and his output far more prolific (without losing any quality) than ANY pop writer, especially Paul McCartney, whose solo efforts since leaving the Beatles have been rather weak.
Just listen to his music: the stunning complexity, the sheer number of his works, the diversity. A Bach cantata on an early Sunday morning: heaven on earth does exist.
Dr. J. Pruim
Bach's music has the ability to stir the soul. By listening to his music, one can transport oneself, figuratively, to the mountains, to the ocean, and to the outer reaches of the universe.
Frank Zappa didn't leave any stone unturned, explored all sorts of music and by doing so created a completely unique catalogue of works. Try listening to Joe's Garage then Civilization Phase III. Nothing comes close to these works in terms of innovation and innovation is of course vital to the continuation of music and the pleasure it brings.
Bob Dylan's lyrics just flow forever. Some of the best interpretations of his work have been by other artists.