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Mantra's 'Rip Off' Single: A Distinctive Journey Amidst Struggles

6/14/2025

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Mantra's highly anticipated single "Rip Off," featuring Sean Lennon and James McCartney, promises to be a standout track, yet Starkey emphasizes its distinctiveness. Despite his lineage, he grapples with financial woes. His rocky path with The Who, marked by two firings in a month over drumming challenges, leaves him questioning what lies ahead.

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Mantra's highly anticipated single "Rip Off," featuring Sean Lennon and James McCartney, promises to be a standout track, yet Starkey emphasizes its distinctiveness. Despite his lineage, he grapples with financial woes. His rocky path with The Who, marked by two firings in a month over drumming challenges, leaves him questioning what lies ahead.