The Daily
May 7, 2012
Fab Four lives again as Beatlemania comes to Kamloops
Countless musicians have been inspired by the British pop sensation The Beatles and likely just as many have dreamt of playing alongside John, Paul, George and Ringo.
http://www.kamloopsnews.ca/article/2...es-to-kamloops
The New York Times
May 7, 2012
How ‘Mad Men’ Landed The Beatles: All You Need Is Love (and $250,000)
In most cases, “Mad Men” is bound by the history of the era in which it takes place. But on Sunday night, a new episode of that 1960s period drama that concluded with the Beatles song “Tomorrow Never Knows” appears to have made some history of its own, marking a rare instance in which a song written and recorded by that band has been licensed for use on a television series.
http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/20...ve-and-250000/
the Atlantic
May 7 2012,
Luminous Black-and-White Photographs of The Beatles, 1964-1966
A rare look at the pop pioneers on tour, at home, and on top of the world
The past year has been a boon for seeing The Beatles with new eyes—from their tour manager's never-before-published tour photos to Linda McCartney's tender portraits to rediscovered vintage children's books—but count on Taschen to up the ante on any cultural trope. The
http://www.theatlantic.com/entertain...4-1966/256696/
Bored and Thirsty
May 7, 2012
The Bar Don’t Lie: One Track Mind
“Excuse me,” the man motioned me over to where he and his date were sitting. “This isn’t a Beatles song.” The cocktail list at my bar featured drinks that all had Beatles songs as names.
http://boredandthirstynyc.com/2012/0...ne-track-mind/
The Raw Story
May 7, 2012
The Beatles cartoon ‘Tomorrow Never Knows
Those impressed by the ending of tonight’s episode of Mad Men –named after the Sylvia Plath poem Lady Lazarus– might be interested in watching the 17-minute Beatles cartoon, “Tomorrow Never Knows.”
http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2012/05/0...w-never-knows/
Examiner
May 5, 2012
The Beatles: May 6 to 12
This week in Beatles land : Events
https://www.examiner.com/article/the...es-may-6-to-12
KS.com Utah
May 4, 2012
John Lennon's art comes through Salt Lake, some for sale - video
SALT LAKE CITY — Just about everyone in the world is familiar with the musical career of John Lennon and especially the Beatles. But his talents were more than just for words and music - he was also an accomplished artist. More than 100 of his works are on display in Salt Lake City.
http://www.ksl.com/?nid=148&sid=20272522&s_cid=rss-148
Black County Bugle
May 6, 2012
Lennon printing plates to be sold
A unique piece of Beatles memorabilia will go on sale with the original printing plates for John Lennon's first book set to go under the hammer.The metal plates were used to print words and illustrations by the Beatle in the 1964 book John Lennon, In His Own Write.
http://www.blackcountrybugle.co.uk/N...eedSourceID=11
Mail Online
May 6, 2012
Snub me do! No plaque for 'fifth Beatle' Brian Epstein for at least a decade after his former home is dropped from English Heritage shortlist
He was the Svengali behind The Beatles, whose influence was so pivotal Paul McCartney referred to him as ‘the fifth Beatle’. But despite Brian Epstein’s iconic place in British popular culture, and to the dismay of music fans everywhere, English Heritage is refusing to honour him with a fitting tribute.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti....html?ITO=1490
Ultimate Classic Rock
May 7, 2012
Paul McCartney’s ‘Flaming Pie’ Turns 15
Paul McCartney is the kind of artist who’s been around long enough to have several “returns to form” over the years.
http://ultimateclassicrock.com/paul-...-pie-turns-15/
Sean Lennon in the New York Public Radio studios - more new photographs
http://www.flickr.com/photos/wnyc/71...n/photostream/
Mendips - for those that have seen this yet online
The childhood home of John Lennon : virtual tour
http://www.bbc.co.uk/liverpool/city_...ouse/005.shtml