Despite his eccentricities and human failings, John Lennon will forever be remembered as a profound influence on music of all kinds – classical, folk, country, rock, alternative, rap, hip-hop, and heavy metal, to name just a few genres. Beyond music, he will also be remembered as a force for change and peace in a chaotic world, a challenge to the status quo. In both music and political activism, John Lennon continues to influence a new generation in 2008. His influence can be seen on thousands of websites and blogs spanning the entire globe. While other musicians and groups fade with the passing of years, both the Beatles and John Lennon as a solo artist continue to gain momentum and popularity. The following is a partial list of musicians and groups influenced by Lennon and the Beatles. Many (if not most) of the artists below have covered one or more Lennon/Beatle songs.