Yoko Ono's ghostly Lennon belief

Yoko Ono believes the ghost of her late husband John Lennon is inspiring the latest crop of bands.The Japanese artist - who attended this week's Q Awards to collect a lifetime achievement award on behalf of John - is convinced the spirit of the legendary musician is alive in all artists. She told Britain's Radio One: "It's incredible that John's spirit is in all musicians in a way. His influence is there inspiring all the new guys"Last week, Yoko said she believes John is still "alive". The widow claims she can sense the ghostly presence of the legendary Beatle, who would have been 65 last Sunday (09-05-05), constantly around her and believes he is still giving her strength - 25 years after he was shot dead by deranged fan Mark Chapman.Yoko said: "Usually on his birthday I stay in the house and meditate"But this year, more than any other, I feel John is around I feel he is still alive, in his music It's something I'm experiencing this year, more than any other I feel John is around"