See, artists are often obliged to say The Beatles were an influence on them (even when they aren't) because its a name that all their fans know. People seem to get extra pleased whenever their favorite band mentions John Lennon as a songwriting influence: its like a few extra cool points in the minds of their Pitchfork readers.
On another note, I feel King Crimson are on par with The Beatles and Rolling Stones in terms of influence upon later generations of musicians (many of which would soar to high commercial visibility).
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