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John Barry Prendergast (3 November 1933 – 30 January 2011) was an English composer and conductor of film music. Born in York, Barry spent his early years working in cinemas owned by his father. During his national service with the British Army in Cyprus, Barry began performing as a musician after learning to play the trumpet. Upon completing his national service, he formed a band in 1957, the John Barry Seven. He later developed an interest in composing and arranging... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, John Barry first charted in 1960 with Hit and Miss.The artist placed 21 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 4 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.The artist scored 26 UK Top‑75 entries, including 13 Top‑10 placements, including 1 number‑one.On US AC the artist achieved 7 Top‑10s, 2 of which peaked at number‑one.On US Dance the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s.On US Rock the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.