John Lennon/Beatles Mega Thread [Archive] - Page 4

msLinds

10-03-2011, 02:08 PM

Julian Lennon on BBC Breakfast on October 3, 2011 - Video
BBC News -Watch again - Monday's show
Julian appears 17:48 minutes in the show

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/12698745

Examiner national
October 2, 2011
New LIFE special issue remembers George Harrison

Just out on newsstands is a commemorative magazine/book from LIFE magazine called "Remembering George Harrison: 10 Years Later."The book, pictured at left, features photos from the years before, during and after the Beatles. The pictures include the 1964 LIFE magazine cover of the Beatles, a photo of George taken by Astrid Kirchherr (on the back cover), a couple of George Harrison and Pattie Boyd and one of George and son Dhani rehearsing together. The photographers whose pictures are used, besides Kirchherr, are Harry Benson, Robert Whitaker and Terence Spencer, plus LIFE's John Loengard and Bill Eppridge. *

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/new-life-special-issue-remembers-george-harrison

Montreal.CTV
October 3, 2011
Cancer opponents invoke spirit of John and Yoko

MONTREAL — The late John Lennon once noted, while lying in bed in room 1742 of the Queen Elizabeth Hotel, that, "Everybody's talking about this-ism, that-ism, ism ism ism."Well now another group has occupied that very room in an effort to get people talking about cancer labeling.Breast Cancer Montreal is borrowing the fabled space to lobby for the mandatory labeling of products that can cause breast cancer.The anti-cancer gang has eschewed the traditional pink-ribbon campaign route but will hardly be lying around John and Yoko bed-in style to push for their cause.

http://montreal.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20111001/mtl_cancer_1111001/20111003/?hub=MontrealHome

The Milford Daily New
October 3, 2011
John Lennon re-imagined at TCAN Oct. 7

NATICK —John Lennon asked people to "Imagine" a better world in songs that still touch fans.Award-winning musicians Rex Fowler and Tom Dean will lead an eight-piece ensemble that "re-imagines" Lennon's best-loved songs Friday, Oct. 7, at The Center for Arts in Natick.Appearing two days before what would have been Lennon's 71st birthday, their group called Nu-Utopians will perform hits like "Across the Universe," "We Can Work It Out," "I Am the Walrus" and -- of course -- "Imagine.""We do this out of reverence for John Lennon. This is something I've wanted to do forever," said Fowler. "We're not trying to be the Beatles. Our mission is to play respectful acoustic versions of some of John's greatest hits for our audiences."The concert, "Imagined: Celebrating the Songs of John Lennon," starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are still available. Fowler, who previously performed at TCAN with Aztec-Two Step, the folk-rock duo he founded with Neal Shulman, said he expects the Nu-Utopians to play two sets of one hour each with an intermission. There will be no opening act. He formed the group with Dean, who sang and played for 30 years with Devonsquare, to "honor the majesty of John Lennon's music."In a telephone interview, Fowler said the group adapted its name from the imaginary country of "Nutopia" which Lennon and his wife Yoko Ono "founded" to promote world peace.

http://www.milforddailynews.com/entertainment/arts/x609832891/John-Lennon-re-imagined-at-TCAN-Oct-7

msLinds

10-04-2011, 12:14 PM

Sean Lennon and girlfriend model Charlotte Kemp attend Chanel's spring-summer 2012 ready to wear collection designed by German fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld and presented Tuesday, Oct.4, 2011 in Paris.

http://www.daylife.com/photo/0eo844K1Ru9kC

Julian Lennon confirmed to appear at The Royal Albert Hall
In aid of the Princes Trust,Rock Gala In November 2011

http://www.princes-trust.org.uk/support_us/events/rock_gala_2011.aspx

http://www1.julianlennon.com/pages/news

Examiner national
October 3, 2011
Review: Julian Lennon's new album filled with reminders of his father

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/review-julian-lennon-s-new-album-filled-with-reminders-of-his-father

Nico

10-04-2011, 12:40 PM

Sean and Charlotte look AMAZING in those new photos, Julian rocks, and WHY must I wait 12 days longer to hear his new album....whine, whine... ;)

Seriously, thank you as always for the news!!!

msLinds

10-05-2011, 02:10 AM

Your welcome Nico.Look at the second paragraph of that first article.It looks like Sean Lennon has started Chimera Library publishing to. Besides his own Chimera music label and company.I have no other information right now about this new book that is he going to be publishing next year based on drawing from his Mom.But I will keep everyone updated when more information becomes available or when Sean mentions something about it and we find out more information.

WWD
October 4, 2011
Front Row at Chanel

UNDER THE SEA: Guests arriving at the Chanel show at the Grand Palais were greeted by giant sculptures of algae, whales and seashells, prompting musings about aquatic encounters. “I think if you haven’t nearly drowned in your life, you haven’t lived,” joked Uma Thurman. The actress said she had several movies in the pipeline, including the adaptation of Guy de Maupassant’s classic novel, “Bel Ami,” co-starring Robert Pattinson.
 
Sean Lennon and his girlfriend Charlotte Kemp Muhl, both dressed in a Victorian style, were so busy posing for photos that their front-row seats had been filled by the time they got there. Eventually, some space was cleared for the pair, in town for a concert Thursday at the Café de la Danse. “It was very ethereal,” Lennon said afterwards. “I think they should have handed out snorkels for everyone though. I was holding my breath the whole time.” His publishing company, Chimera Library, will release its first book next year, “Invisible Flower,” based on drawings by his mother, Yoko Ono, from the Fifties.

http://www.wwd.com/runway/spring-ready-to-wear-2012/fashion-scoops/chanel

The Guardian
October4, 2011
When the Beatles met Elvis, and John Lennon put his idol's nose out of joint
Liverpool exhibition reveals what happened at the first and only meeting between the English group and the American singer

http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2011/oct/04/beatles-met-elvis-liverpool-exhibition

Rollinstone Music
October 4, 2011
Exclusive Book Excerpt: 'Let It Be' Director on Strife Within the Beatles

Read part One of Michael Lindsay-Hogg's account of the making of the band's last film
Here is an exclusive excerpt from Luck and Circumstance about the making of that film.

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/exclusive-book-excerpt-let-it-be-director-on-strife-within-the-beatles-20111004

San Luis Obisopo
September 29, 2011
Everybody wants to be the Beatles
With numerous active tribute bands on tour, it’s far easier to catch a Beatles show than when the band was around

There are hundreds of Beatles bands out there, performing Beatles music and sporting funny hairdos. It’s like the Beatles walked into a clone-making machine — and then their clones walked in right behind them.Except, of course, they’re not really The Beatles — they just play them onstage as tribute bands.

http://www.sanluisobispo.com/2011/09/29/1776545/everybody-wants-to-be-the-beatles.html

Reuters
October 4, 2011
Beatlemania revived ahead of auction in Argentina

An original drawing by John Lennon is part of the more than 120 lots of Beatles memorabilia that will be auctioned in Argentina by South America's largest collector of the Fab Four.Lennon's sketch starts at a bidding price of 100,000 pesos ($22,535) and features stick figures of Lennon and his wife, Yoko Ono. In a corner of the picture, an inscription reads: "1+1=John+Yoko. 'Tis simple math guys."The trove that will be auctioned on October 13 by Banco Ciudad is owned by Argentine Raul Blisniuk, who entered the Guinness Book of Records in 1998 as South America's greatest collector of Beatles mementos.

http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/10/04/us-auction-beatles-idUSTRE79372X20111004

The Evening Telegraph
October 5, 2011

An enraged couple have stripped naked to recreate a classic John Lennon and Yoko Ono magazine cover in support of a campaigning lawyer who represented their disabled daughter. Roger Kinsey, 66, and wife Chris, 58, of Ringstead have bared all to highlight Yvonne Hossack’s fight to represent the county’s disabled people, which has cost her Kettering firm £100,000 in the past year.The High Court will today decide whether to re-instate Ms Hossack’s legal aid contract to represent the county’s disabled, which was cancelled after she filled in a form incorrectly.In a statement the couple, who have recreated a 1968 Rolling Stone cover, said: “We were young and full of hope for the future when this magazine cover was released and now, as we reach the autumn of our lives, are saddened that vulnerable people are facing huge cuts in services and may lose this very special champion who dared to challenge cuts on our behalf.”

http://www.northantset.co.uk/news/local/parents_get_naked_to_support_lawyer_1_3095468

chiliD

10-05-2011, 10:42 AM

Tonight's the night! :blob2: Part 1 of George Harrison: Living In The Material World!!

I don't think I've been this excited to see a Beatle related movie since the Anthology bio-pic was first aired back in the early '90s.

Nico

10-05-2011, 11:41 AM

Chili, I'm DANG excited as well!!!! Will you share your thoughts here after you watch it?

msLinds

10-05-2011, 05:15 PM

Please if you want to share your feelings about the documentary here.I don't get HBO with my cable TV.So I won't be able to watch it on TV tonight.
Have a great evening watching and rest of the week and take care.

Music Week
October 5, 2011
Yoko attends BMI London awards

Yoko Ono made a surprise appearance at BMI’s annual London awards and dinner last night as John Lennon’s Woman was honoured with 4 million US radio plays.Ono received a standing ovation at the event at The Dorchester Hotel on London’s Park Lane as she picked up the award for her husband’s track from their 1980 album Double Fantasy. Four Beatles songs also received multi-play awards: Let It Be (6 million), Michelle (6 million), Eleanor Rigby (4 million) and We Can Work It (4 million). “I’d like to say thank you,” Ono said as she accepted the award. “John would have been very pleased. We have been at BMI all this time and I think it’s a good idea.”

http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046855&c=1

The Walton Sun
October 5, 2011
The Gospel according to the Beatles' businessman

From a life on the road with rock stars to living the life of a minister for Christ, Ken Mansfield has pretty much seen and done it all.Mansfield is bringing his testimony of change and how he turned his life around to The Chapel at the Beach Oct. 9.Mansfield began working with the Beatles in August 1965 at Capitol Records, where he also produced Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter, Andy Williams, Roy Orbison, David Cassidy, Don Ho, and others.Mansfield and the Beatles hit it off personally and developed a good business relationship.

http://www.waltonsun.com/news/mansfield-7602-beatles-life.html

The Early Show
October 5, 2011
Spotlight on George Harrison in new documentary

Beatle-mania hit the U.S. in the '60s and introduced us to the "Fab Four." George
Harrison, the youngest - and often overlooked Beatle - was not only one of the best songwriters of his time, but also influenced a generation with his spirituality.Thanks to the HBO documentary,*"George Harrison: Living in the Material World," directed by Martin Scorsese, and a book by the same name - with never-before seen pictures and letters released by his wife Olivia Harrison almost a decade after his death - the quiet Beatle is now making a lot of noise. Looking back at Harrison and his life, Ken Dashow, of Q104.3 "Breakfast With the Beatles," tells CBS News, "If you think of the Beatles as a person, you think of Paul as the face and the personality, John is the intellect. George was the soul of the Beatles."

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2011/10/05/earlyshow/main20115962.shtml

The Washington Post - Lifestyle
October 4, 2011
In Scorsese’s TV ode, Harrison remains an elusive Beatle

“George Harrison: Living in the Material World” is Martin Scorsese’s tender examination of the life of the quiet Beatle. It is exhaustive and loopy and it takes two nights to watch — Wednesday and Thursday on HBO.Early on, Scorsese almost does something that would have been heretically bold but also smooth. There is a photograph of the Beatles together in their earliest days, before the Cavern or Hamburg, when it was just a bunch of adolescents in a skiffle band playing at church picnics. A baby-faced Harrison is among them, barely a teenager. That shot is then quickly followed by a scene where, surrounded by lawyers, Harrison and Paul McCartney jovially sign the paperwork that begins the litigiously endless dissolution of the Beatles.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/in-scorseses-tv-ode-harrison-remains-an-elusive-beatle/2011/09/27/gIQA8sogLL_story.html

Express.
October 4, 2011
MCCARTNEY TAKES FIANCEE TO DAUGHTER'S PARIS FASHION SHOW LAUNCH

SIR PAUL McCARTNEY joined SALMA HAYEK and fashion icon TWIGGY at his daughter Stella's Paris Fashion Show launch on Monday (03Oct11). The former Beatle was spotted in the front row for the designer's Spring/Summer 2012 ready-to-wear collection.McCartney's fiancee Nancy Shevell sat next to him.The proud dad told reporters backstage he enjoyed the show and thought his daughter's new line was "very beautiful".But he stopped short of confirming Stella would be designing Shevell's wedding gown, adding simply, "Well, she (Stella) makes 'em.

http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/275482/McCartney-takes-fia

msLinds

10-06-2011, 01:33 AM

Examiner national
October 3, 2011
Imagine John Lennon as reincarnation of Branwell Bronte - interview

For those interested in spiritual matters, Jewelle St. James, (author of All You Need Is Love and Jude: My Reincarnation from Auschwitz) is about to formally
announce the publication of a new book investigating her past-life experiences with John Lennon.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/imagine-john-lennon-as-reincarnation-of-branwell-bronte-interview?CID=examiner_alerts_article

The First North Wales Beatles music festival - June 22nd - 24th 2012

A new Beatles weekend festival is being held for the first time in North Wales details are below, it aims to be different than most other events, lots of new bands and special shows in an actual Beatles venue using the same stage used by The Fab Four, check it out below.

June 22nd - 24th 2012 is The First North Wales Beatles music festival, involving live music tribute bands and special guests, a priority will be the unseen and unheard history of The Beatles in Wales, from the Summertime holiday gigs along the North Wales coast from Rhyl and Prestatyn to LLandudno to sitting at the feet of the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Bangor, a unique highlight of this weekend is that an acual venue The Beatles performed in will be used as the main concert venue for the weekend as well as live acts and guest speakers appearing back at the hotel which will be the base for the weekend all within 5 minutes walking distance from each other, the hotel is situated right along the beach with stunning views across the sea, its going to be a very special weekend.

http://www.daytripperweekender.co.uk/

Here is Sean Lennon's New Tumbler page.That has new photographs posted on it etc.

http://seanlennon.tumblr.com/

Nico

10-06-2011, 02:05 AM

Here is Sean Lennon's New Tumbler page.That has new photographs posted on it etc.

http://seanlennon.tumblr.com/

Wow!!:blob1: Thank you for finding that one! I love what I've seen of it so far.

msLinds

10-06-2011, 04:03 AM

Your welcome Nico. I have some new update.

Gimme Some Truth: Artwork by John Lennon On Exhibit 10/7 -10, 2011.

In celebration of what would have been John Lennon’s 71st Birthday this coming Sunday, Lennon’s widow Yoko Ono, in association with Bag One Arts will present Gimme Some Truth, a four-day exhibit of John’s original art work in a pop-up gallery space downtown.On view will be nearly 100 limited edition drawings and song lyrics that John created from 1964 to 1980 – including a never-before seen piece titled On Cloud Nine. My guess is it’s going to be similar to the exhibit of John’s work that I saw in October of 2008. All artwork is for sale with proceeds benefiting City Meals-on-Wheels. A $2 donation at the door also goes to support the programs of this organization, which provides hot meals to homebound elderly New Yorkers. So, head down to Soho this weekend (remember, Monday is a holiday for most) to remember John, see some art and help feed some hungry people!

Gimme Some Truth: The Artwork of John Lennon is on Exhibit at 76 Wooster Street (Between Spring and Broome), Soho, New York City. Hours are as Follows:
Friday October 7th: 12 Noon – 9 PM
Saturday October 8th: 11 AM – 7 PM
Sunday October 9th: 11 AM – 6 PM (John’s birthday)
Monday October 10th: 11 AM – 6PM

http://www.worleygig.com/2011/10/gimme-some-truth-artwork-by-john-lennon-on-exhibit-107-10-2011/

John Lennon's artwork on display in Princeton's Palmer Square

http://www.nj.com/times-entertainment/index.ssf/2011/09/john_lennons_artwork_on_displa.html

http://www.dailyprincetonian.com/2011/09/19/28728/

New York Post
October 6, 2011
Ono’s art sale

John Lennon’s widow, Yoko Ono has leased space at PEP Real Estate’s 76 Wooster St. in SoHo for four days starting tomorrow to sell art by Lennon or work based on his art. The sale includes lithographs, serigraphs and copper etchings printed from his original drawings.

http://www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/ono_art_sale_AbMNU917Mbl1Ol1iCDrH8L

The Washington Post
October 4, 2011
John Lennon’s letter to a fan about transcendental meditation goes up for auction

http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/john-lennons-letter-to-a-fan-about-transcendental-meditation-goes-up-for-auction/2011/10/04/gIQAvll7LL_story.html

msLinds

10-06-2011, 10:59 AM

Houston Press
October 5, 2011
5 Movies That Wouldn't Exist Without George Harrison

After giving the deluxe documentary treatment to Bob Dylan (No Direction Home) and the Rolling Stones (Shine a Light), Martin Scorsese now trains his camera on George Harrison for George Harrison: Living In the Material World, his two-part film about the "Quiet Beatle" that airs at 8 p.m. tonight and Thursday on HBO.

Although he was never especially quiet - Rocks Off just read Peter Doggett's You Never Give Me Your Money: The Beatles After the Breakup over the weekend, and we highly recommend it - Harrison was himself a cinephile. After befriending the Monty Python crew, Harrison created the production company HandMade Films to produce their Christ-figure comedy Monty Python's Life of Brian, prompting Python's Terry Gilliam to remark it was the "most expensive script in history."

http://blogs.houstonpress.com/rocks/2011/10/george_harrison_handmade_films.php

Zee News
October 6, 2011
McCartney seeks fans’ support for ‘save the tiger’ campaign

London: Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney is reportedly lending his name to TigerTime, a global campaign to save wild tigers.McCartney, who is an avid animal rights activist and long-time vegetarian, has urged his fans to sign a petition supporting the campaign.

http://zeenews.india.com/entertainment/and-more/mccartney-seeks-fans-support-for-save-the-tiger-campaign_97828.htm

Examiner national
October 5, 2011
Elvis Presley joins The Beatles in Liverpool for new exhibit, Elvis and Us

The King has entered the building - The Beatles Story in Liverpool to be precise. Today, a new exhibit, "Elvis and Us" which explores the relationship and influences between Elvis and The Beatles opens in Liverpool. This marks the first time that Graceland has teamed up with The Beatles Story to bring exclusive Presley artifacts over the Atlantic to the UK.It's no secret that Elvis was a huge influence on The Beatles to play rock and roll starting in their teenage years. "Nothing affected me until I heard Elvis. Without Elvis, there would be no Beatles," John Lennon said.

http://www.examiner.com/elvis-presley-in-national/elvis-presley-joins-the-beatles-liverpool-for-new-exhibit-elvis-and-us

BBC New World
October 6, 2011
Beatles memorabilia to be auctioned in Buenos Aires - Video

Residents of the Argentine capital Buenos Aires have witnessed a brief revival of Beatlesmania, ahead of an auction of Fab Four memorabilia.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-15187561

Geeks of Doom
October 5, 2011
FREE Listen: Paul McCartney’s Ocean’s Kingdom

Now, this week, you can listen to the entire album online at AOL for FREE! Ocean’s Kingdom, which was released on October 4, 2011, has four classical songs (running around 20 minutes each) composed by the former Beatle which are performed by the London Classical Orchestra conducted by John Wilson. It’s available now on CD and vinyl, as well as MP3.

http://www.geeksofdoom.com/2011/10/05/free-listen-paul-mccartneys-oceans-kingdom/

msLinds

10-07-2011, 02:24 AM

Mirror
October 6, 2011
Julian Lennon's tried to lose traits from Beatle dad John

When he was just five years old, Julian Lennon and his mum Cynthia were abandoned by his Beatle dad John when he disappeared for a new life with Yoko Ono.Subsequently, Julian was understandably hurt when his father said he was an unplanned birth, conceived after too many drinks.When it came to parenting, John Lennon, who’d been abandoned by his own father, was far from ideal. His anger often left his young son hurt and confused.Now 48, Julian is bright, considerate and engaging company as he talks in a West End members’ club. The high forehead suggests where his father’s hairline may have receded to, had he not been murdered in 1980.

But Julian’s delicate and considered new album Everything Changes, his first in 13 years, seeks love and forgiveness to move on from his past. It owes more to the enduring and nurturing spirit of his mother Cynthia than his often fiery, famous father.“I recognise myself in him,” Julian admits. “I have a short temper – I think it’s part of the Celtic background. I used to be a lot more angry, but I was quite discreet with it.

http://www.mirror.co.uk/celebs/columnists/gavin-martin/2011/10/07/julian-lennon-s-tried-to-lose-traits-from-beatle-dad-john-115875-23469540/

PR Web
October 6, 2011
EarthCam Webcasts Exclusive Views of John Lennon Imagine Peace Tower

EarthCam, the world's premiere webcam network since 1996, will be turning on its camera again to broadcast unmatched views of the Imagine Peace Tower in Reykjavik, Iceland. This tower was commissioned to commemorate the life of John Lennon, who would have celebrated his 71st birthday on October 9th.

The Imagine Peace Tower, an outdoor work of art conceived by Yoko Ono, is a tower of light that is dedicated to the memory of John Lennon. This tall beacon of light symbolizes their combined efforts for achieving world peace and emanates wisdom, healing and joy. This beautiful tower is visible every year from October 9th, John's birthday, until December 8th, which this year marks the 31st anniversary of his death.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/10/prweb8854236.htm

PROG
October 3, 2011
Exclusive Poster ‘The Doors of Liverpool’ Goes on Sale to the Public

Rande Kessler has made seven trips to Liverpool to assist his wife in her research for her books on John Lennon. Now Mr. Kessler has released his photos from the trips as a poster.

http://www.prlog.org/11681243-exclusive-poster-the-doors-of-liverpool-goes-on-sale-to-the-public.html

Majirox News
10/6/2011
Yoko Ono takes part in disaster charity auction

TOKYO (majirox news) — Yoko Ono, Tadanori Yokoo, Yayoi Kusama and other renowned artists will take part in a charity auction to help the museums in Tohoku and North-Kanto that were damaged in the recent disaster.The Japanese Council of Art Museums and over 400 artists are providing artwork free of charge to be sold at the auction. Money raised from the auction will be used to repair the museums and restore their damaged art collections.

http://www.majiroxnews.com/2011/10/06/yoko-ono-takes-part-in-disaster-charity-auction/

Observer
October 6, 2011
Yoko Ono Comes to Soho for John Lennon’s 71st Birthday

Well, well, well. Look who’s leaving the Dakota for Soho.
Yoko Ono has leased 10,000 square feet along the cobblestone streets where she will exhibit her late husband’s artwork for four days this weekend. 76 Wooster Street, a four-story brick building between Spring and Broome, will house Gimme Some Truth, a “visual tribute for John Lennon’s 71st birthday,” on view October 7-10.

http://www.observer.com/2011/10/yoko-ono-comes-to-soho-for-john-lennons-71st-birthday/

msLinds

10-07-2011, 12:08 PM

Examiner
October 6, 2011
Magician Uri Geller and his tale of aliens and John Lennon: fact or fantasy ?

As part of Examiner's Special Project of "Strange Facts" during October, here is the incredible story I published last year about John Lennon and visits by aliens as told by Uri Geller. The original article is titled Uri Geller's legend about John Lennon and the alien egg: fact or fiction ? Geller claimed that the ex-Beatle had told him a magnificent tale about being visited by aliens in the middle of the night at the Dakota, leaving with him a magical golden egg. Geller showed off the egg, claiming it had magical powers. Since Lennon had in fact seen a UFO in 1974, I had to investigate the claim to see if it was true.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/magician-uri-geller-and-his-tale-of-aliens-and-john-lennon-fact-or-fantasy?CID=examiner_alerts_article

I'm just going to post this second article in this thread

Examiner
October 6, 2011
Strange facts: John Lennon's UFO sighting -May Pang describes incredible craft

As part of Examiner's Special Project theme of "Strange Facts" during October, below is an excerpt from my article entitled John Lennon said, " There's UFOs over New York"- remembering his UFO experience on August 23, 1974, published in 2010. It was a significant event in his life, one that he spoke of publically and even reported it on his next album cover. As was Lennon's style, he never shied away from what he saw and experienced in life no matter how controversial. May Pang's recollections are profoundly interesting and her details lend credence to this incredible event. Lennon and Pang were not the only ones who reported that UFO that night.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/strange-facts-john-lennon-s-ufo-sighting-may-pang-describes-incredible-craft

msLinds

10-07-2011, 10:13 PM

Everyone have a safe and great weekend and take care.

The GOASTT - Dark Matter, White Noise - Café De La Danse Paris France October 6, 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzjYyeeDFOE&feature=share

‪The GOASTT - Jardin du Luxembourg - Café De La Danse Paris France October 6, 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLu7CpLqq9I

msLinds

10-07-2011, 11:04 PM

Sean's Lennon's brother Julian and his Mom were at the Goastt performance this evening in London.A fan posted a blog report online about it with a couple of photographs.Thats great to hear that both Jules and Yoko were their to support Sean and the band.

http://joewinnard.tumblr.com/post/11158649732

msLinds

10-08-2011, 02:53 PM

‪The GOASTT - Dead Meat - Paris France October 6, 2011‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n49oCFkPZgY
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The GOASTT - Song For James - Paris France Oct 6, 2011‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ik9E6H6QaCc
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The GOASTT & Matthieu Chedid - Hey Joe - Paris France 6 Oct 2011‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIcKaCn0Ncg

msLinds

10-08-2011, 04:32 PM

Billboard
October 7, 2011
John Lennon Tribute Concert CD Out in November

Patti Smith, Jackson Browne, Meshell Ndegeocello, Bettye LaVette and Aimee Mann are among the artists featured on "The 30th Annual John Lennon Tribute, Live From the Beacon Theatre NYC," which is due out Nov. 15. Proceeds from the 15-track digital album will benefit the Japanese Red Cross' earthquake and tsunami relief efforts.  The performances of Beatles and Lennon solo songs were recorded during the 30th annual Lennon tribute show, which took place Nov. 12, 2010. Browne performed "You've Got to Hide Your Love Away" while Smith and guitarist Tony Shanahan played "Oh Yoko," Ndegeocello sang "God," Aimee Mann took on "Jealous Guy," and LaVette delivered "The Word," which she covered on her Grammy Award-nominated 2010 release "Interpretations: The British Rock Songbook." Taj Mahal, Shelby Lynne, Joan Osborne, Alejandro Escovedo, Keb' Mo', Martin Sexton and the Playing For Change Band are also featured on the album.

http://www.billboard.com/news/john-lennon-tribute-concert-cd-out-in-november-1005394742.story#/news/john-lennon-tribute-concert-cd-out-in-november-1005394742.story

The Wall Street Journal - Arts and Entertainment
October 7, 201
Still Picking Up Good Vibrations

For the past 44 years, the Beach Boys' "Smile" has been rock's most notorious phantom album. Intended as a follow-up to the band's "Pet Sounds," the project sent Brian Wilson—the group's leader and mastermind of "Smile"—into an emotional tailspin, and led the band to infighting over the material. In May 1967, after eight grueling months of recording, Capitol Records scrapped the record. Though many of the 19 tracks meant for "Smile" were later modified and added onto subsequent Beach Boys albums, the original tapes and outtakes remained in a vault—all too painful for Mr. Wilson to revisit.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970204524604576609000066845070.html

South County Times
October 7, 2011
Memorial Concert To Honor George Harrison

A sign that reads, "Still pissed at Yoko" is a one of the many nostalgic Beatles memorabilia that adorns the office of Steven Schenkel, music professor at Webster University. Schenkel was a diehard Beatles fan long before he became an expert at performing or teaching jazz guitar.Schenkel's lifelong love of the Beatles has prompted his latest endeavor - paying homage to George Harrison with a memorial concert titled, "All Things Must Pass: Jazz Interpretations of the Music of George Harrison." The concert, set for 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 10 in the Winifred Moore Auditorium at Webster University, will commemorate the 10th anniversary of the late Beatle's death.

http://www.southcountytimes.com/Articles-i-2011-10-07-177200.114137-Memorial-Concert-To-Honor-George-Harrison.html

News Blaze
October 7, 2011
Part 2 of Living In the Material World Emphasizes George's 'Inner Life!'

Isn't it a pity, Isn't it a shame. How we break each other's hearts, and cause each other pain. How we take each other's love, Without thinking anymore. Forgetting to give back. Isn't it a pity? George HarrisonPart 2 of Living in the Material World has a much lower key of feeling to it than Part 1, which is in harmony with the texture of the second half of George's life. Still exciting though; it's nice to see Monty Python again, and there's the Traveling Wilburys, the sprawling Victorian mansion of Sir Frankie Crisp, and many insightful reflections of Harrison's life from his widow, Olivia.

http://newsblaze.com/story/20111007122909kays.nb/topstory.html

Ahora.cu
October 7, 2011
Cubans Pay Tribute to Rock Legend John Lennon

The Yellow Submarine Cultural Center, belonging to the Cuban arts company Artex, will pay tribute to John Lennon on his 71th birthday with a group of Cuban rock bands over the weekend and on Sunday, October 9th. A lineup of musicians who have been able to keep the Beatle flame alive throughout the years will be on hand. The cultural center will also host shows and concerts to mark the date, with the band Los Kents, which has developed a more than 40-year unbeatable career, upholding the songs and tunes of great rock stars.

http://www.ahora.cu/english/sections/culture/5097-cubans-pay-tribute-to-rock-legend-john-lennon.html

Mail Online
October 8, 2011
All You Need Is Love... and just 30 guests: Sir Paul McCartney prepares to wed Nancy Shevell in intimate ceremony on Sunday

Sir Paul McCartney is due to marry for the third time on Sunday afternoon, the Daily Mail has learned.The former Beatle, 69, is to wed American industrial heiress Nancy Shevell, 51, at The Old Marylebone Town Hall in central London in front of less than 30 close family – including his five children - and friends.The wedding reception is then due to be held at Sir Paul’s house in nearby St John’s Wood, which he has owned since 1965.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2046609/Paul-McCartney-wedding-Nancy-Shevell-place-Sunday.html

msLinds

10-09-2011, 01:59 AM

Happy birthday October 9th to John Lennon and his beautiful son Sean whose birthday is also on that day.That is also our own Nico's birthday to.She was born on John's 4oth birthday.I hope Nico you have a enjoyable and great day .My own Dad's birthday is also on sunday 10/9.He would have been 89 years old.He passed away from cancer when I was in my mid 20's.I'm 53 years old now.I miss him a lot and think about him everyday.I love you Dad.Everyone have a positive and great sunday and take care.

http://www.greatdreams.com/lennon/John-Lennon-memorial.jpg

John Lennon-Watching the Wheels-Happy 71 Birthday Tribute

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5Qo795hHec&feature=share

msLinds

10-09-2011, 08:38 PM

Everyone have a safe and great upcoming week and take care.

IMAGINE PEACE TOWER lit by Yoko Ono, Sean Lennon & friends in Iceland
October 9, 2011

Tonight at 8pm (Icelandic time) Yoko Ono lit IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on the Icelandic island of Videy, Reykjavik, to honour John Lennon’s birthday today and to celebrate the birthday of their son Sean, who was born on the same day as his dad.Yoko Ono was tonight joined by her son Sean and guests from all over the world as she re-ignited the light of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on the island of Videy, Reykjavik to celebrate the birthday of John Lennon today, October 9. In a moving ceremony on the island, 1,000 people joined Yoko & Sean to sing “Imagine” as the tower was lit at 8pm.

http://imaginepeace.com/archives/16108

Independent
October 9, 2011
Imagine... Lennon on Paddy's Clew Bay raft

John Lennon would have been 71 today. Jonathan deBurca Butler talks to those who remember the Beatle's bid to escape to a tiny Irish island.

http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/imagine-lennon-on-paddys-clew-bay-raft-2900527.html

Daily Mail
October 10, 2011
Introducing Lady McCartney! Nancy and Sir Paul can't stop smiling as they emerge as husband and wife

While she might have looked excited on the way to wed Sir Paul McCartney, Nancy Shevell emerged holding hands with her new husband displaying a look of pure delight. As she left Marylebone Register Office as Lady McCartney, Nancy couldn't keep the smile off her face as she beamed alongside Paul. The couple were greeted on steps of the building by friends and family who covered the newlyweds in rose petals.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2047090/Paul-McCartney-wedding-Nancy-Shevell-Beatle-US-heiress-marry-London.html#ixzz1aIcKsTOD

" A Monster In Paris " movie premiere in Paris, France on 10/8/2011 with Matthieu Chedid , Vanessa Paradis and Sean Lennon.

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/HHchFdD6sUs/Vanessa+Paradis+Monster+Paris+Premiere/eLinmM63K78

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LArlZTYHA90

msLinds

10-10-2011, 01:29 PM

Photographs : THE GHOST OF A SABER TOOTH TIGER, Café de la Danse, Paris, France
on 10/6/2011

http://www.photosconcerts.com/the-ghost-of-a-saber-tooth-tiger-paris-cafe-danse-2011-10-06-5466

Yoko Ono and Sean Lennon with fans press etc....Iceland " Imagine Peace Tower ", on
October 9, 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hRu3NUtfJU&feature=player_embedded#!

Iceland Review
10/10/2011
Imagine Peace Tower Lit, Ono to Play at Airwaves

The Imagine Peace Tower, an artwork by Yoko Ono on Videy island off Reykjavík, was lit for the fifth time yesterday, on the birthday of her late husband, John Lennon. It is dedicated to their struggle for world peace.Ono and her and Lennon’s son Sean will play at the Iceland Airwaves festival which kicks off on Wednesday with the Yoko Ono Plastic Ono Band, Morgunbladid reports.“We have come to Iceland every year since the Imagine Peace Tower project was launched and I had started to think it was strange to always come and then leave just before Airwaves began,” Sean Lennon said.

http://www.icelandreview.com/icelandreview/daily_news/Imagine_Peace_Tower_Lit,_Ono_to_Play_at_Airwaves_0_383036.news.aspx

Examiner
October 10, 2011
Yoko Ono, fans honor John Lennon's birthday (pictures)
See pictures from the Sunday tribute in Hollywood to John Lennon

John Lennon fans gathered in Hollywood at John Lennon's Walk of Fame star at the Capitol Records tower to pay tribute to him on his 71st birthday Sunday.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/fans-gather-to-honor-john-lennon-s-birthday-los-angeles-pictures

John Lennon Birthday Celebration in Hollywood 10-9-11 - photographs

http://theresazphotography.wordpress.com/

Examiner
October 9, 2011
Beatles' John Lennon at 71 ? Girlfriend May Pang imagines

Imagine John Lennon celebrating his 71st birthday today. Recently San Antonio Examiner Jack Dennis and music enthusiast Liz Hajek traveled to New York to spend a day with May Pang, Lennon’s girlfriend for almost two years in the early 1970s.After enjoying 12 hours with May in her home, and at a nearby seafood restaurant near Pomona, NY, the two Texans understood why John Lennon was attracted to such a beautiful and insightful lady.

http://www.examiner.com/headlines-in-san-antonio/beatles-john-lennon-at-71-girlfriend-may-pang-imagines

Forbes
10/10/2011
For His Birthday, A Celebration of John Lennon the Visual Artist. Was He Any Good ?

Why does John Lennon still hold such fascination, 31 years after he died and 71 years after he was born (Oct. 9)? A birthday exhibit titled “Gimme Some Truth,” in a gallery in New York’s SoHo, showcased his artwork and gave a glimpse into that special mentality that led to the founding of the world’s most successful band and the opening of so many social and cultural doors.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/craigsilver/2011/10/10/for-his-birthday-a-celebration-of-john-lennon-the-visual-artist-was-he-any-good/

International Business Times
October 9, 2011
John Lennon's Birthday: A Look at the Lennon Legacy [PHOTOS & VIDEOS]

John Lennon would have turned 71 on his birthday today, Oct. 9. Best known as one of the founders of the Beatles, he is recognized as one of the greatest musicians and songwriters of the 20th century.Beyond his music, however, Lennon has even eclipsed Paul McCartney, the most famous surviving Beatle, as an icon. A BBC poll in 2002 ranked Lennon number eight in a poll of the 100 Greatest Britons; McCartney and George Harrison were not even in the top twenty, and Ringo Starr was not on the list.

http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/227841/20111009/john-lennon-birthday-yoko-ono-turn-71-legacy-beatles-mccartney-music-album-controversy-activist-acti.htm

The Washington Post
October 10, 2011
Yoko Ono launching global campaign to raise awareness about childhood hunger, poverty

NEW YORK — Yoko Ono is launching a global campaign to raise money and awareness to help fight childhood hunger and poverty.The 78-year-old widow of John Lennon is asking that on Nov. 1, at 1 p.m. EDT, people “take a moment to imagine a nourished and abundant world, where ‘the world will live as one.’”

http://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/celebrities/yoko-ono-launching-global-campaign-to-raise-awareness-about-childhood-hunger-poverty/2011/10/10/gIQADAv8ZL_story.html

Clash
Would the Beatles have reformed ?
October 6, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney has claimed that he believes The Beatles would have reformed.

Bringing happiness to millions of fans across the globe, the end of The Beatles brought heartache for all four members. Locked in a legal dispute, the Fab Four spent years on icy terms.Yet fans still ponder what could have happened if the band had reformed. Speaking to The Daily Express recently, Sir Paul McCartney was asked directly if The Beatles would have reformed had John Lennon and George Harrison not passed away.

http://www.clashmusic.com/news/would-the-beatles-have-reformed

BBC New Liverpool
October 10, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney to end 11-date tour in Liverpool

Former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney has announced that he will be ending the next leg of his latest tour in his home city of Liverpool.McCartney, who married Nancy Shevell on Sunday, said he will perform at the Echo Arena on 20 December.The gig will end an 11-date leg of his On The Run Tour, which will begin in November.The Echo Arena performance will take place precisely a year after he appeared at Liverpool's O2 Academy.He will also perform at Manchester's MEN Arena on 19 December and London's O2 Arena on 5 December.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-15241185

Liverpool Daily Post
October 10, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney weds heiress Nancy Shevell (GALLERY/VIDEO)

SIR Paul McCartney married American heiress Nancy Shevell at a register office in central London.The pair were showered with confetti as they posed for pictures outside The Old Marylebone Town Hall – where the 69-year-old former Beatle also married his first wife, Linda.They appeared delighted after yesterday’s service, and Sir Paul raised his new wife’s hand in the air in triumph. He wore a dark suit with a white shirt and pale blue tie, while the 51-year-old haulage heiress chose a long-sleeved, knee-length white dress for the ceremony.The guests included brother Mike McCartney, who lives on Wirral, ex-Beatles drummer Ringo Starr, his wife Barbara Bach and George Harrison’s widow, Olivia. Sir Paul’s young daughter, Beatrice, was bridesmaid.

http://www.liverpooldailypost.co.uk/liverpool-news/regional-news/2011/10/10/sir-paul-mccartney-weds-heiress-nancy-shevell-gallery-video-92534-29566892/

msLinds

10-10-2011, 09:11 PM

‪Yoko Ono interview for MBL.is on 8th October 2011, Reykjavik, Iceland‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bghYe3edOEQ

Liverpool Daily Pool
October 10, 2011
Complaints over McCartney party

It must have been a hard day's night for Sir Paul McCartney's neighbours after they complained about the noise in the early hours at his wedding party.The party at Sir Paul's home in St John's Wood, north London, which reportedly included a DJ set by Mark Ronson, came after the former Beatle tied the knot with New York heiress Nancy Shevell at Westminster Register Office in London.Ronson, who is friends with John Lennon's son Sean, reportedly played a series of Beatles' songs as well as more modern hits in the set which ended with Hey Jude.

http://www.liverpooldailypost.co.uk/liverpool-news/uk-world-news/2011/10/10/complaints-over-mccartney-party-92534-29571253/

Nico

10-11-2011, 01:15 AM

I sort of feel that Paul's wedding is inconsequential because of the DAY it was.:blob1::blob2::woohoo:

It's all about John (and Sean, Giles, me) on that day...

Also, MsLinds, I got an email saying they shipped out the Julian album and I'll be getting it VERY soon! Woopee!!!

msLinds

10-11-2011, 01:42 PM

I agree with you Nico.I hope you had a enjoyable and great birthday.I'm also got a E mail telling me they have shipped out my new CD of Julian Lennon's, "Everything Change" and I will be getting it in a couple of days.I am looking forward to getting my new music CD by Julian.I have a couple new updates now.

Yoko Ono : ' IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ' lighting speech October 9, 2011 - audio

http://soundcloud.com/yokoono/ipt2011

Whats On Stage
Backbeat Beatles Make West End Debut
October 11, 2011

Backbeat, the stage adaptation of Iain Softley's 1994 film about the birth of the Beatles, opened last night (10 October, previews from 24 September 2011) at the Duke of York Theatre.The play, which also includes performances of songs such as "Twist & Shout", "Rock & Roll Music", "Long Tall Sally", "Please Mr Postman" and "Money", premiered at Glasgow Citizens Theatre in February 2010. David Leveaux directs the show's West End debut, which has musical direction by Paul Stacey.

http://www.whatsonstage.com/photos/theatre/london/E8831318332275/1st+Night+Photos:+Backbeat+Beatles+Make+West+End+Debut.html

Reminder Sean Lennon and the Goastt will be performing this coming weekend

The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger
Saturday October 15, 2011 at 8: 00 pm
Recital Hall - Steller Center

http://stallercenter.com/1112/lennon.html

msLinds

10-11-2011, 09:24 PM

‪Sean Lennon/The GOASTT Lavender Road - Live In Paris, Café de La Danse,
October 6, 2011‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qo7vusI-MiE

Examiner
October 11, 2011
‘Good Ol’ Freda’: Beatles secretary Freda Kelly to do documentary

October 11, 2011 - Just when you thought you’d heard all the stories possible about the Beatles, a new documentary is in the works that will knock the socks off Fab Four fans hoping for new revelations and intimate secrets. Good Ol' Freda is the untold story of Freda Kelly, the Beatles' trusted secretary and friend throughout their career as the greatest band of all time. She was Brian Epstein’s secretary and also President of the Official Beatles Fan Club. Under her management, the fan club went from 100 fans to over 70,000 by the time the band broke up. Freda is sharing her memories publically for the first time.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/good-ol-freda-beatles-secretary-freda-kelly-to-do-documentary?CID=examiner_alerts_article

Cozy Cot
October 12, 2011
Mccartney toasted lennon at his wedding reception

SIR PAUL MCCARTNEY honoured his late pal JOHN LENNON in more ways than one on Sunday (09Oct11) - he toasted the Beatle at his wedding reception. The singer exchanged vows with American heiress Nancy Shevell on the same day Lennon would have celebrated his 71st birthday and McCartney paid tribute to his former bandmate by taking a moment out of the happy festivities to dedicate a speech to the star.

http://www.cozycot.com/music/article/McCartney-toasted-Lennon-at-his-wedding-reception-4e94eae4353d6

msLinds

10-12-2011, 01:42 AM

A Monster in Paris - English Version - by Sean Lennon

http://amonsterinparis.tumblr.com/post/11294145146/shadowlillium-luseylottay-tugamaggie-sean

http://www.youtube.com/user/lilouuuu06#p/a/u/1/Oncp7TJYQQE

Lupus Foundation Of America New York City Butterfly Gala - Julian Lennon photographs
October 11, 2011

http://www.zimbio.com/Julian+Lennon

msLinds

10-12-2011, 01:20 PM

PR Newswire
October 12, 2011
Leaders of Fashion, Media, and Entertainment Step Up to Support the Lupus Foundation of America

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/leaders-of-fashion-media-and-entertainment-step-up-to-support-the-lupus-foundation-of-america-131579268.html

msLinds

10-13-2011, 02:41 AM

Imagine Peace
Message from Yoko Ono Lennon
October 10, 2011

Dear Friends,On Sunday, I was in Reykjavík with our son Sean to relight IMAGINE PEACE TOWER, and celebrate his and John’s birthday – October the 9th.In a boat big enough for Sean and me and all our friends who came all the way from New York, Liverpool and Tokyo, we slowly sailed our way across the moonlit waters of Kollafjörður Bay, to the island of Viðey to join over a thousand Icelanders and visitors from all over the world who had also travelled across the bay to be there on this special night.

http://imaginepeace.com/archives/16108

Liverpool Daily Post
October 11, 2011
A MERSEYRAIL train was given a Beatles-style makeover

The carriages were covered in a wrapping painted with images of the Beatles, to advertise the Beatles Story on Pier Head and other tourist attractions.
The train is part of a wider project to regenerate the rail network.

http://www.liverpooldailypost.co.uk/liverpool-news/regional-news/2011/10/11/merseyrail-train-given-a-beatles-make-over-to-drive-tourism-92534-29572688/

The Celebrity Cafe
October 11, 2011
Alicia Keys dedicates charity ball to former Beatles member

The Beatles have been in the headlines a lot this past week. From John Lennon's birthday to Paul McCartney's wedding, the world's most famous band is taking over the media. And now here's one more to top the list.Look to the Stars reported Alicia Keys is dedicating her eighth annual Keep A Child Alive charity's Black Ball to George Harrison.

http://thecelebritycafe.com/feature/alicia-keys-dedicates-charity-ball-former-beatles-member-10-11-2011

Beatle Freak
October 12, 2011
DVD Review: Composing Outside The Beatles (Lennon & McCartney ) 1973-1980)
The third installment in a series of on the collaboration of Lennon and McCartney, ‘Composing Outside the Beatles: Lennon and McCartney 1973-1980′

http://beatles-freak.com/2011/10/12/dvd-review-composing-outside-the-beatles-lennon-mccartney-1973-1980/

Examiner
October 12, 2011
Julian Lennon appears at Lupus Foundation of America Dinner in NYC (photos)

John Lennon’s firstborn son, Julian Lennon appeared at the Pierre Hotel in NYC last night for the Lupus Foundation of America Dinner. Called The Butterfly Gala, this is a celebration honoring those who have been of great help to those who suffer with the disease, and their families. This fundraising gala is working to raise awareness of lupus and invest in life-saving research and services.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/julian-lennon-appears-at-lupus-foundation-of-america-dinner-nyc-photos

Record Collector
October 2011
Julian Lennon -Everything Changes
Back in the studio after a lengthy sabbatical

It’s not easy being the musician son of one of the most famous musicians in the world, so it’s understandable that Julian Lennon should also explore other avenues to occupy his time. In recent years, he’s been making a name for himself as a photographer, working extensively with U2 and – less obviously – as an official snapper at the wedding of Prince Albert of Monaco.Now, however, he’s returning to his first love – 13 years after his previous album – no doubt once again bracing himself for the unavoidable comparisons to dad. But while, like half-brother Sean on his 2006 album Friendly Fire, the genetic lineage is clearly detectable, Everything Changes offers enough of Julian as his own man to be judged on its own merits; having said that, the melodic piano balladry of Lookin’ 4 Luv owes a tangible debt to his honorary uncle Paul.

http://www.recordcollectormag.com/reviews/review-detail/7547

Los Angeles Times
October 12, 2011
Touring George Harrison's 'Material World' at the Grammy Museum

The Grammy Museum’s new exhibition “George Harrison: Living in the Material World” offers an unusually intimate look into the public and private l
ives of one of the most intensely public and private people in pop music history.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2011/10/george-harrison-material-world-grammy-museum.html

Houstpn Press
October 10, 2011
Troubled Fantasy: Creepy Wax Figures Of John Lennon

It's a big week for Beatles fans, which is like saying it's a big week for people who like air and water. Yesterday was John Lennon's 71st birthday, and tomorrow is the 40th anniversary of "Imagine." The Martin Scorsese-directed doc on George Harrison's life, the beyond stellar George Harrison: Living in the Material World, premiered last week on HBO. Not to be outdone, Paul McCartney married for the third time, tying the knot with his girlfriend Nancy Shevell.Lennon's legacy is obviously massive and influential, and his message lives on now, almost 31 years since his murder in 1980. But aside from all that, aside from the rightful adoration and worship - though Harrison became our favorite Beatle this week - is the inherent creepiness of most every wax figure made of Lennon.

http://blogs.houstonpress.com/rocks/2011/10/troubled_fantasy_creepy_wax_fi.php

msLinds

10-13-2011, 01:24 PM

Collage of Arts and Sciences
American University - Washington DC

October 13, 2011
Art History Grad Student Explores Feminism in Art

While Emily Heap, a graduate student in art history at American University, acknowledges that someone can enjoy viewing of piece of art in a museum, she feels it’s much more fulfilling to learn the history behind it. “When you study art history, you build complicated arguments that challenge not only how other people think, but how you think as well,” she says.

Heap’s interest in feminist art history was first piqued during an undergrad course at DePaul University, where she read works by feminist art history pioneers and American University emeritae professors Mary Garrard and Norma Broude. “I could see myself in the work for the first time,” Heap says of their writings. “Art history can be used as a tool to change things and clarify perceptions. For me, feminism is an amazing tool to present myself not only as a woman, but as someone who is interested in exploring concepts that have been normalized and institutionalized.”

When she was introduced to Yoko Ono’s art in professor Namiko Kunimoto’s Gender and Sexuality in East Asian Art course, Heap immediately felt a connection.When she was introduced to Yoko Ono’s art in professor Namiko Kunimoto’s Gender and Sexuality in East Asian Art course, Heap immediately felt a connection. Heap was especially touched by Ono’s “Half-a-Room,” a mock studio apartment in which everything—from the teapot to the armchair—is cut in half. The work was inspired by Ono’s relationship with husband, John Lennon. “She could never get past John Lennon,” she explains. “But what came through as I reviewed her provocative, funny, and dangerous work is that she never asked to be released from that association.”

http://www.american.edu/cas/news/emily-heap-yoko-ono-art.cfm

Sean Lennon has updated his Tumbler page with photographs taken in Iceland.

http://seanlennon.tumblr.com/

msLinds

10-13-2011, 06:34 PM

NME
October 13, 2011
Michael Winterbottom to direct Liam Gallagher's Beatles movie

The '24 Hour Party People' director is to helm 'The Longest Cocktail Party'Michael Winterbottom is being lined up to direct Liam Gallagher's movie about The Beatles. The director, who has already directed music movies Nine Songs and 24 Hour Party People, is set to helm The Longest Cocktail Party, on which the Beady Eye singer is a producer.The film is based on Richard DiLello's memoir of the period between 1967 and 1970. A former intern at Apple Records, DiLello became director of public relations at the label.

http://www.nme.com/filmandtv/news/michael-winterbottom-to-direct-liam-gallaghers-beatles/249426

Livrpool Echo
October 13, 2011
Sir Peter Blake appointed the first patron of the John Moores Painting Prize

POP Art legend Sir Peter Blake was today named as the first ever patron of the prestigious John Moores Painting Prize.The 79-year-old, who is still best known for creating the cover for the Beatles’ Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, will represent what is the UK’s biggest painting competition. His appointment comes 50 years after he won the junior section of the contest with his picture Self Portrait With Badges, and five years after he himself was on the judging panel for the art prize.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/local-news/2011/10/13/sir-peter-blake-appointed-the-first-patron-of-the-john-moores-painting-prize-100252-29586844/

Liverpool Daily Post
October 13, 2011
Brothers camp overnight outside Echo Arena to get tickets for Sir Paul McCartney concert

Two brothers were among those camping outside the Echo Arena last night to be first in line for Sir Paul McCartney tickets.Fans Luke and Josh Owens arrived at 10am yesterday to make sure they didn’t miss out on Sir Paul’s homecoming gig on Tuesday, December 20.Tickets for the show, the finale to the 11-date On The Run tour, went on sale at 9 am this morning.

http://www.liverpooldailypost.co.uk/liverpool-news/regional-news/2011/10/13/brothers-camp-overnight-outside-echo-arena-to-get-tickets-for-sir-paul-mccartney-concert-92534-29587321/

Belfast Telegraph
October 13, 2011
Johnny Depp role in Beatles film ?

Johnny Depp is unlikely to take the lead role in The Longest Cocktail Party, the film about the founding of the Beatles' record company Apple Records, but there could be another part for the A-lister.Former Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, who is backing the movie, had wanted the Pirates Of The Caribbean star to play publicist Derek Taylor in the forthcoming big-screen adaptation of Richard DiLello's book, but producer Andrew Eaton had his doubts.

http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainment/film-tv/news/johnny-depp-role-in-beatles-film-16063425.html

msLinds

10-13-2011, 10:58 PM

Demotix
October 13, 2011
Yoko Ono Plastic Ono Band play at Iceland Airwaves 2011 - Imagine

Yoko Ono assembled a new Plastic Ono Band for her latest album 'Between My Head And The Sky', co-produced with son Sean Lennon. For this performance, t
he band included Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl. Reykjavik, Iceland. 13th October 2011

http://www.demotiximages.com/news/872570/yoko-ono-plastic-ono-band-play-iceland-airwaves-2011

msLinds

10-14-2011, 12:23 PM

Everyone have a safe and great upcoming weekend and take care. :wavey:

The Ghost Of A Saber Tooth Tiger @ Harpa at Norðurljós hall,Iceland Airwaves
on October 13, 2011

http://www.flickr.com/photos/icelandairwaves/6243438644/in/photostream/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/icelandairwaves/6243439462/in/photostream/

Irish Times
October 14, 2011
How many Beatles does it take to change a light bulb ?

REVOLVER: JUST WHAT is it about The Beatles and the low-level feuds that are still being played out more than 40 years since they legally dissolved the unit? Paul McCartney gets married on what would have been John Lennon’s 71st birthday. Meanwhile Yoko Ono (who wasn’t invited – what a surprise) pushes out a press release on the same day as the McCartney nuptials imploring us all “to take a moment to imagine a nourished and abundant world, where the world will live as one”, at precisely 1 pm on November 1st.

http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/theticket/2011/1014/1224305732250.html

Watch Yoko Ono Join TuneYards
October 14, 2011

During the Iceland Airwaves festival last night in Reykjavík, Yoko Ono's Plastic Ono Band surprised the crowd by inviting tUnE-yArDs on stage, who performed a cover of Yoko Ono's "We're All Water". They were joined by Ono at the end of the performance, who turned to the crowd to praise frontwoman Merrill Garbus. "She's great, right?" Ono asked.On a version of Ono's "We're All Water" at Iceland Airwaves

http://www.pitchfork.com/news/44307-watch-yoko-ono-join-tune-yards/

Or watch it here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0mtwjhpeUs&feature=related

Burnews
October 14, 2011
Masterworks’ Lennon “Fantasy” Comes True

John Lennon famously rediscovered his muse in Bermuda after sailing to the island in 1980 — and now the Masterworks Museum plans to mark the former Beatle’s creative renaissance with a major commemoration of his local sojourn.Mr. Lennon wrote or compeleted all of the songs included on his albums “Double Fantasy” — which took its title from a freesia he saw at the Botanical Gardens — and the posthumously released “Milk & Honey” during a whirlwind burst of activity in Bermuda.

http://bernews.com/2011/10/masterworks-lennon-fantasy-comes-true/

Iceland Pulse
October 12, 2011
Yoko Ono launches Globe of Goodwill in Iceland

The Icelandic Benefit Society of Children with Disabilities launched its 9th Globe of Goodwill yesterday morning. The Globe of Goodwill 2011 is by Yoko Ono and called DRAW YOUR OWN MAP. The event took place at the Reykjavik Art Museum in Iceland and drew a big crowd.Yoko Ono presented the Globe and talked about the importance of world peace and her hopes for the future. She encouraged the audience to do what they can to change the world for the better and pointed out how powerful wishes are and that all the little deeds count.The Globe of Goodwill is a beautiful work of art and a delightful collector’s piece, but its contents give it its true value – love and friendship. The Globe is handmade and every edition is limited. No two Globes are exactly the same but each of them is beautiful in its own way. All proceeds of sales are donated to work for the benefit of children and other young people with disabilities. The name of The Globe is therefore symbolic of that which it represents.

http://icelandpulse.com/icenews/5510-yoko-ono-launches-globe-of-goodwill-in-iceland

Artist Direct October
13, 2011
Yoko Ono Launches "Imagine There's No Hunger" Campaign Set For Nov 1st 2011.

The Associated Press reports that famed widow Yoko Ono has launched a global campaign to raise money and awareness about childhood hunger and poverty. The campaign is called "Imagine There's No Hunger," borrowing its name from one of her husband John Lennon's most powerful songs ! To help support the cause, various Hard Rock locations will host events on Nov.1 to raise awareness. They will also sell a limited-edition bracelet to benefit the campaign! Those are always fun to wear, so you can be stylish and support a good cause.

http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/yoko-ono-launches-imagine-there-s-no-hunger-campaign-set-for-nov-1/9256055

msLinds

10-15-2011, 11:04 PM

Limerick Lime
October 16, 2011
Beatlemania set to hit Newcastle West with first ever ‘Beatlesfest’

IT MIGHT not have an Abbey Road or a Penny Lane, and there isn’t a Maharishi for miles. But for the reams of Beatles fans who will be descending on Newcastle West this weekend, it won’t matter a bit.This Saturday and Sunday Cleary’s Bar on South Quay will be transformed into a shrine to John, Paul, Ringo and George for the first ever ‘Beatlesfest’.From a Beatles tribute act to Beatles-themed cocktails, band memorabilia and more retro fashion than you can shake a pair of go-go boots at, the organisers believe that Beatlesfest will capture a little piece of the 1960s.

http://www.limerickleader.ie/lifestyle/entertainment/beatlemania_set_to_hit_newcastle_west_with_first_ever_beatlesfest_1_3155642

Examiner
October 11, 2011
George Harrison exhibit at the GRAMMY Museum - photographs

http://www.examiner.com/celebrity-events-in-national/george-harrison-exhibit-at-the-grammy-museum-picture

RTT News
October 14, 2011
George Harrison's Death To Be Marked With Two Liverpool Concerts

(RTTNews) - The 10th anniversary of the death of George Harrison is being celebrated by two concerts in Liverpool.The concerts, set to take place in Harrison's home city at St. George's Hall and the Cavern Club, will feature a wealth of bands he signed to The Beatles' Apple Label, including Brute Force and The Radha Krishna Temple, The Mersey Beatles, Singh Strings, Andre Barreau from The Bootleg Beatles and The Dovedale School Choir.

http://www.rttnews.com/Content/EntertainmentNews.aspx?Section=2&Id=1731556&SM=1

George Harrisons Son, Dhani bands new CD has been released.
thenewno2 | Official Site

http://thenewno2.com/

New Blaze
October 14, 2011
Wonderwall Music is Out of Print, but You can Get the Film on Netflix Still!

If you want it, here it is, you can get it (Wonderwall) on Netflix. Wonderwall was the first Apple Record, but it's out of print now. That's the first Apple, not the Second Banana. Good progeny, I might point out. I-Phone 4-S out today with the same level of enthusiasm we saw formerly, such as when The White Album hit the record hops of America (November of 1968) The restored edition of Wonderwall (on Rhino Entertainment) was reissued in 1998 by its original director, Joe Massot. George Harrison, the original creator of the soundtrack, dug back through the old master tapes, and found a lost track. This is a marvelous pop song, In the First Place (which George produced, played, and sang on) by the Remo Four, which subsequently replaced an Indian track used on the opening credit.

http://newsblaze.com/story/20111014103429kays.nb/topstory.html

I'm posting this here.Because Sean Lennon was the Bass player in the band Cibo Matto for a few years.Also Yuka Honda is Sean's former girlfriend and still close and great friends.They still work and perform together all the time.Yuka Honda performs with Sean and the Goastt with Yoko's Plastic Ono band . Also Yuka Honda is on Sean's own family label " Chimera Music ".Sean in the past sometime has made appearances on stage with Cibo Matto when they perform together in New York.When he is not touring and is able to.So anyone who wants tickets to see the band this week in New York City.Get them soon.Because this Cibo Matto concert will sell out.

Japan Society
October 14, 2011
Cibo Matto: Reunited And It Tastes So Good

After a 10-year hiatus, NYC’s delicious downtown duo Miho Hatori and Yuka Honda take Japan Society’s stage for the first time ever as the iconic band Cibo Matto on October 20. "Japan Society has long been an important bridge between Japanese culture and the American audience,” the twosome told us. “We are very excited to play here". Their style has been described as sharp, whimsical, and irreverent, with lyrics that buoy a vibrant spectrum of sounds influenced by hip-hop, trip-hop, jazz, rock, pop and African and Brazilian beats.

CIBO MATTO and YU SAKAI: J-Music Ride takes place Thursday, October 20 at 8:00 pm. Doors open at 7:00 pm, and there is a cash bar open before and after the show, and during intermission. Tickets are $25/$20 Japan Society members and may be purchased by calling the Japan Society box office at 212-715-1258, visiting www.japansociety.org, or in person at the Japan Society box office.

http://www.japansociety.org/event/j-music-ride-cibo-matto-yu-sakai

http://www.alivenotdead.com/japansociety/--profile-1473020.html

Nico

10-16-2011, 12:00 AM

I REALLY wish I could see Cibo Matto in concert.

Thank you for that news MsLinds! :wavey:

msLinds

10-16-2011, 11:45 AM

Your welcome Nico.I wish I could I could see Cibo Matto perform to.Everyone have a safe and great week and take care.

The Reykjavik Grape Airwaves Fancy
October 14, 2011
A Traditonal in Our Family

I did not know what to expect from tonight’s lineup. Essentially it was Plastic Ono Band and various sub-voltrons thereof. I was afraid the gig would be hermetic and insular. People playing for their friends. This could not have been further from the truth. This was an incredibly welcoming show. It was like the audience were in the Plastic Ono Band’s living room, and the members of the household were taking turns playing songs.

http://airwaves.grapevine.is/airwaves2011/a-tradition-in-our-family/

The Metro West Daily News
October 14, 2011
BOOKS -- Emerson prof, Concord resident writes book on John Lennon

Tim Riley describes himself as a devoted Beatles fan who the band first won over when, as a 10-year-old, he saw the film, “Let It Be.”The film is a documentary about the band rehearsing and recording songs for what would be the Beatles’ final album, “Let It Be,” released in 1970.Riley, 51, who wrote a Beatles biography, “Tell My Why,” published in 1988, has new book that attempts to sort out Beatles founding member John Lennon’s complex personal and professional life.In “Lennon: The Man, The Myth, The Music – The Definitive Life,” published by Hyperion, he attempts to sort out perceptions of him among his American and British admirers – whom Riley said see the Lennon story arc quite differently.

http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/entertainment/books/x1017194209/BOOKS-Emerson-prof-Concord-resident-writes-book-on-John-Lennon

Carnegie Hall presents on November 26, 2011
The Beatles: Hidden Gallery - An Exhibit of Recently Discovered Images of The Beatles: 1963-1964
October 8 - December 17th 2011
Zankel Hall: Parterre and Mezzanine Levels (open to patrons attending events in Zankel Hall)

Free public viewing (tickets required) on November 26, December 3, December 10, and December 17, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Free tickets will be available at the Carnegie Hall Box Office beginning at 10:00 AM each Saturday.

http://www.carnegiehall.org/Event.aspx?id=4294981195

Examiner
October 14, 2011
Director picked for film about Beatles Apple; old building gets facelift (pics)

See exclusive pictures at left of the renovation of the old Apple Records building now going on in London.Michael Winterbottom, whose credits include "24 Hour Party People" and documentaries "The Road to Guantanamo" and "The Shock Doctrine," may be the choice to direct the upcoming film version of "The Longest Cocktail Party," the book by Richard DiLello about life at Apple on Savile Row, according to a report by the Playlist.*Co-producers are Andrew Eaton and Liam Gallagher.*

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/director-picked-for-film-about-beatles-apple-old-building-gets-facelift-pics

Speak Easy
October 15, 2011
My Three Minutes With Julian Lennon

The Morrison Hotel Gallery, by now a destination point for visitors to New York City’s SoHo neighborhoods, marked its tenth anniversary with a gala concert and madcap party on Thursday night.Fittingly, the “rock stars” in attendance at the Cutting Room in Manhattan were actually many noted rock’n'roll photographers, including the likes of Henry Diltz (who shot the cover for the first Crosby Stills and Nash album), Ken Regan (Bob Dylan’s favorite photographer for about three decades) and Bob Gruen (who took iconic pictures of John Lennon during his New York City years). Julian Lennon also attended the celebration .

http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2011/10/14/my-three-minutes-with-julian-lennon/?mod=google_news_blog

Swan Season 1170 AM - Radio
Julian Lennon Interview
October 2011
Julian interviewed by Andy Martindale

http://www.swanseasound.co.uk/blog?id=12828

http://www.swanseasound.co.uk/blog?id=12829

msLinds

10-16-2011, 12:43 PM

BBC News
October 14, 2011
Stolen Sir Peter Blake statue replaced with cheap copy

Artist Sir Peter Blake's only public sculpture is to be replaced with a replica after the original was targeted by metal thieves. Bronze figures and shapes were stolen from his Life Is A Circus statue on Blackpool seafront in August.He has agreed to let Blackpool Council install a replacement, which is likely to be made from metal-coated concrete.
Sir Peter told BBC News he did not mind what material his work was made from as long as "it looks about the same". The artist, best-known for designing The Beatles' Sgt Pepper album cover, was speaking as he was unveiled as the patron of the John Moores Painting Prize, which is held in Liverpool every two years.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-15292551

msLinds

10-16-2011, 05:46 PM

Scotsman
October 15, 2011
Fans pop in with souvenirs that could rock your world

Hidden at the back of a cupboard, or safely stored in the loft, many of us have the odd LP or concert programme we have looked at over the years and wondered if it’s valuable.Armed with treasured memorabilia, music fans packed themselves into the city’s Hard Rock Cafe yesterday to have their questions answered – and some were in for a surprise. Signed Beatles programmes, posters for the first ever Police gig and an old photograph of Ronnie Biggs on a Brazilian beach were among the items valued in the George Street restaurant by expert auctioneers from Bonhams.

http://www.scotsman.com/news/health/fans_pop_in_with_souvenirs_that_could_rock_your_world_1_1912557

Scotman
October 14, 2011
Beatles top chart for autographs

A Signed Beatles programme worth £6,000, signed drawings of the Rolling Stones, a waistcoat thrown from the stage by Prince and models of Lada Gaga and Rhianna made from champagne corks were among the star items at an “antiques rockshow” in Edinburgh. Concert tickets, music sheets, signed photographs and album artwork were brought along to the Hard Rock Cafe on George Street for an expert from auction house Bonhams to examine.Fans were allowed to bring three items of memorabilia to the event for a free evaluation.

http://www.scotsman.com/news/beatles_top_chart_for_autographs_1_1912099

msLinds

10-16-2011, 09:51 PM

Everyone have a safe and great week and take care. :wavey:

The Sydney Morning Herald
October 16, 2011
Within him without him - not so quiet life of George
Beatle George Harrison died 10 years ago but his story lives on.

'Who he is and was, will live or it won't.''As Olivia Harrison makes clear, in keeping with the sanguine philosophy of life she shared with her husband, the former Beatles guitarist George Harrison, she is not hung up on the idea of nurturing a legacy. Nor does she define herself by the role she's held for 33 years - wife of one of the most famous men in popular music - even if for most of us any interaction we have with her is always in that context.''I don't have a problem with that. It's not my problem,'' she says calmly. ''He was my friend and my husband and there is an association there, a bond there, that's there for all time; you can't change history. But I think I am enough of an individual, within my own self, to feel like an individual. I don't feel like I am him.'

http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/movies/within-him-without-him--not-so-quiet-life-of-george-20111016-1lreb.html

Clarksville Online
October 16, 2011
The House the Beatles Fans Built

Nashville, TN – The Beatles changed music forever, and their fans are as loyal today as they were when that “Little band from Liverpool” arrived in the United States.* Now, middle Tennessee Beatles fans can “Come together” and help Habitat for Humanity at the same time.“The House the Beatles Fans Built” is three events this week in Nashville, that will give Beatles fans a chance to help Habitat for Humanity, and meet some of those closest to the “Fab Four” during their amazing time together.First, on Monday, October 17th, there will be a book signing at” Two Old Hippies” in the Gulch, Nashville”s new and trendy hot spot from 6:00 pm-8:30pm.

http://www.clarksvilleonline.com/2011/10/16/the-house-the-beatles-fans-built/

Sketchy Impressions
October 16, 2011
Hiroshima Through the Art of Yoko Ono

http://sketchyimpressions.blogspot.com/2011/10/hiroshima-through-art-of-yoko-ono.html

DailyRecord
October 16, 2011
Beatles legend Paul McCartney and new wife fly into secluded island for honeymoon

Paul McCartney has whisked his new bride Nancy to the world's most private island for their honeymoon.The couple jetted to the West Indies paradise of Mustique, where the rich and famous have holidayed in total seclusion since the 1960s. It is thought the Beatles legend and his wife borrowed the luxury villa of Rolling Stone Mick Jagger, pictured below.

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/showbiz/celebrity-news/2011/10/16/beatles-legend-paul-mccartney-fly-into-secluded-island-for-honeymoon-86908-23492530/

International Business News
October 10, 2011
Paul McCartney Needs to Gracefully Retire

I am probably the world’s biggest Beatles fan. I have loved the group since I was a child and could probably recite the lyrics of every one of their 200-plus original songs.
I will not bother detailing what made the Fab Four so extraordinarily brilliant musically or so monumentally important to global culture (all that has been examined exhaustively by thousands of others). What I am now focusing on is one James Paul McCartney, or, "Sir Paul" as he is now affectionately known.

http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/228229/20111010/paul-mccartney-beatles-lennon-harrison-starr.htm

Mail Online
October 16, 2011
The ultimate missed opportunity: Letter from Paul McCartney inviting drummer to audition for The Beatles

When it comes to missed opportunities, this must rank as one of the biggest of all time. A letter has been uncovered that invited a drummer to audition for The Beatles – just before a tour to Hamburg that would help propel them to world-wide fame.It was hand-written by Paul McCartney when he was just 18 in response to an anonymous drummer advertising his services in August 1960. Tragically for him, and for reasons unknown, he never got the job.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2049734/Found-Letter-Paul-McCartney-inviting-drummer-Beatles-audition.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

The Telegraph
October 16, 2011

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music/the-beatles/8829183/Help-We-need-somebody-McCartneys-call-up-to-the-fifth-Beatle.html

msLinds

10-18-2011, 01:28 PM

I have one new article. Also a free Beatles online puzzle and one other older article from 2009 on John and Yoko's attempts at film making.
Here is also a archive to links with Beatles Interviews.

BBC News Liverpool
October 18, 2011
One of John Lennon's teeth is expected to make £10,000 when it is auctioned next month.

The tooth was given to the former Beatles' house keeper Dot Jarlett when she worked for him at Kenwood mansion in Surrey in the late 1960s.He told her to give it her daughter "as a souvenir" after he had pulled it out in the kitchen of the Weybridge property.The tooth will be auctioned in Stockport on 5 November.Dot's son Barry Jarlett said: "He was in the kitchen and he had this tooth which he had wrapped in a piece of paper."He said: 'Dot will you dispose of this' and then he said: 'Or, as your daughter's a Beatles fan, you can give to her as a souvenir'.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-15357068

Cinemar - From October 9, 2009
John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Attempts at Avant-garde Movie-making

http://cinemaroll.com/cinemarolling/john-lennon-and-yoko-onos-attempts-at-avant-garde-movie-making/

The Beatles Crossword Puzzle Online - Free

http://www.dominopublicity.com/crosswords/0005.html

Archive with Beatles Interviews

http://www.beatlesinterviews.org/

msLinds

10-18-2011, 09:10 PM

Examiner
October 18, 2011
John Lennon’s sister Julia Baird shares joy at opening of ‘Elvis and Us' -photos

Liverpool, England - ELVIS has entered the building...of the Beatles. A new exhibition opened October 5 at the Beatles Story Museum in Liverpool called Elvis and Us, highlighting the legendary influence that the Beatles and Elvis Presley had on each other. Julia Baird, John Lennon’s sister and devotee of her brother's history (besides authoring books about him, she’s on the Board of Directors for the Cavern Club and very involved with the Beatles Story exhibits), attended the festivities of opening night on October 4th at the museum with great excitement, and she wrote me to describe the event. Traveling a great distance for this gala night was no issue for her, as she has great memories of dancing to Elvis records with her mum Julia, and her then-young brother John in their living room. Their cat’s name was even Elvis.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/john-lennon-s-sister-julia-baird-shares-joy-at-opening-of-elvis-and-us-photos?CID=examiner_alerts_article

Prefix
October 18, 2011
EMI Bids Are Much Lower Than Expected

The bidding war for the right to own EMI--the label of Katy Perry, Pink Floyd, the Beatles and Radiohead--has not been going as well as the label's owner, Citigroup, has hoped. Apparently, the label is looking for something similar to the $3.3 billion purchase price of Warner Brothers earlier this year, but the bids have come in much lower than that

http://www.prefixmag.com/news/emi-bids-are-much-lower-than-expected/57591/

Anti Music
10/18/2011
Beatles' Sgt. Pepper in Danger Danger

We told you a couple weeks ago that former Danger Danger guitarist Andy Timmons was taking on a Beatles classic. Today we have more details:One of the most beloved cultural milestones of the '60s generation and every generation since, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatles gets creatively interpreted and re-imagined in this all-instrumental rendition by a guitarist whose lifelong love of this material has resulted in an album that transcends all musical boundaries and genres. Two years in the making, guitar fans, Beatle fans and everyone in-between will come together when Favored Nations Entertainment releases Andy Timmons Band Plays Sgt. Pepper on October 24.

http://www.antimusic.com/news/11/oct/18Beatles_Sgt_Pepper_in_Danger_Danger.shtml

msLinds

10-19-2011, 01:54 PM

Santa Monica Mirror
October 18, 2011
'The Beatles At Barnum' Celebration To Be Held At Santa Monica High School On Friday

Leading Beatles historian and bon vivant Martin Lewis will host "The Beatles at Barnum", the celebration of the music of the Beatles this Friday, Oct. 21 to Barnum Hall at Santa Monica High School. A protégé of Beatles publicist Derek Taylor, Lewis will share anecdotes and stories for many of the songs performed, whichinclude "Strawberry Fields Forever," “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “Got To Get You Into My Life” and audience sing-a-longs of “Hey Jude,” “All You Need is Love” and others."The Beatles at Barnum" is being presented by “Sir George’s Army” -- the award-winning Santa Monica High School Symphony Orchestra, and features the rock band “Father Knows Best”. The performance includes full orchestral arrangements of Beatles favorites, audience sing-a-longs, and special guest vocalists and instrumental performers.

http://www.smmirror.com/#mode=single&view=33209

Broadway.com
October 19, 2011
Andrew Knott on Bringing Beatle John Lennon to Life in London's Backbeat

Andrew Knott was scarcely into his teens when the actor, 32 next month, appeared as Dickon in the 1993 screen retelling of The Secret Garden, starring Maggie Smith. Nearly two decades later, the amiable actor has had two daughters, gone to Broadway with Alan Bennett’s The History Boys, and is now playing John Lennon under David Leveaux’s direction in Backbeat, the West End stage adaptation of the 1994 Iain Softley film, at the Duke of York’s Theatre. Broadway.com caught up with Knott to find out what it’s like playing Lennon.

http://www.broadway.com/buzz/158187/andrew-knott-on-bringing-beatle-john-lennon-to-life-in-londons-backbeat/

msLinds

10-19-2011, 09:00 PM

Day Trippin Beatles Magazine
October 19, 2011
Exclusive interview: Director of ‘U.S. vs. John Lennon’ and ‘Who is Harry Nilsson’, John Scheinfeld, discusses John Lennon, Yoko Ono and his new film on Elvis.

RLF Victor Productions Ltd. recently pegged the Emmy and Grammy nominee to direct Fame & Fortune, an adaptation of the 2007 best-selling book Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business written by Sonny West, (Elvis’s bodyguard and confidant) with biographer Marshall Terrill. Fame & Fortune is slated for theatrical release in 2012 to coincide with the 35th anniversary of Presley’s death. In this exclusive interview with Daytrippin’, Scheinfeld discusses working on the John Lennon and Harry Nilsson films, his dealings with Yoko Ono and how the greatest rock ‘n’ roll summit in history between Elvis and the Beatles will be the centerpiece of his new feature film.

http://daytrippin.com/2011/10/19/exclusive-interview-director-of-u-s-vs-john-lennon-and-who-is-harry-nilsson-john-scheinfeld-discusses-john-lennon-yoko-ono-and-his-new-film-on-elvis/

msLinds

10-20-2011, 01:34 AM

Theatre Within’s 31st Annual John Lennon Tribute in NYC: Dec 10th.135 Bleecker St., New York City on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 7 pm.

Now recognized as the longest running John Lennon Tribute in the world, our annual celebration of Lennon’s life, music and eternal
message is always a warm and wonderful evening and this year will be no exception.

http://lennontribute.org/

Nico

10-20-2011, 01:48 AM

MsLinds, I think you may have posted about it but isn't there to be a Lennon tribute CD being released soon? I wanted to read more about it and missed it. Anyway, that should be interesting. :nod:

msLinds

10-20-2011, 02:46 AM

Here is the link Nico about how to get a copy of the John Lennon Tribute 2010 concert CD.

http://lennontribute.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=113&Itemid=129

msLinds

10-21-2011, 12:48 AM

The Statesman
October 20, 2011
An interview with Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl
Elvira Spektor, A&E Editor got the exclusive interview with The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger members, Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl.

Elvira Spektor (ES): Tell me about how you two met and decided to make music together. Sean Lennon: We met in 2005 through Coachella [Music Festival]. I thought she was too young for me so we became friends first. Then we started falling in love… but it was a slow courtship. The music is nice for our relationship. It was just refreshing at first…now it’s a form of expression.ES: The “Los Angeles Times” said that your record draws from “classic, vintage folk and psychedelia.” How would you describe your sound? Sean: We write music that we like. I’d say we’re a fusion of jazz and psychedelic rock. We’re influenced by Celtic music.ES: Charlotte, how would you describe your fashion taste?*Sean (jokingly): She looks like the Swamp Thing.

http://www.sbstatesman.com/an-interview-with-sean-lennon-and-charlotte-kemp-muhl786

The Statesman
October 20,2011
Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger performance haunts campus

“We are Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger,” Sean Lennon says. And then, “It’s an unfortunate band name.” “It kind of just stuck,” Charlotte Kemp Muhl chimes in,
“like toilet paper on a shoe.” They start to play.

http://www.sbstatesman.com/ghost-of-a-saber-tooth-tiger-performance-haunts-campus786

Examiner
October 20, 2011
Beatles, Lennon to release special vinyl sets for holiday Record Store Day fete

The Beatles and John Lennon are two of the artists participating in special Nov. 25 Black Friday Record Store Day releases of vinyl product that will only be sold in independent record stores during the holidays.The Beatles' contribution is a box set of four 7" picture sleeve singles in a metal tin with a Record Store Day branded 45 RPM adapter (so the discs can be played on your turntable) and a poster.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/beatles-lennon-to-release-special-vinyl-sets-for-holiday-record-store-day-fete

Examiner
Beatles 'Sgt. Pepper' costume patterns to be auctioned

It hasn't gotten as much notice as*the much-publicized 1960 letter from Paul McCartney, but there are several other unique Beatles items up for sale at the Christie's Kensington auction in November. They include the patterns used to make the "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" album costumes. According to the catalog description, these are "costume patterns for the luminous military-style suits made for the Beatles and worn on the 1967 album cover 'Sgt Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band'; the patterns cut from brown paper comprise of two sets, one with measurments for John, Paul and George, the back pattern annotated with measurments 19½ seems J.L, G.H 9½ - 20 seem, P.MC 5" and a separate pattern for Ringo; accompanied by a letter concerning the provenance and a corresponding copy of the album (19)."

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/beatles-sgt-pepper-costume-patterns-to-be-auctioned

KSHE 95 payroll
10/19/2011
EXPANDED VERSION OF THE BEATLES' 'LET IT BE' DVD MAY BE OUT IN 2013

The long wait for Beatles fans to finally own the Let It Be movie on DVD may soon be over, according to Beatles Examiner. The movie's director, Michael Lindsey-Hogg, spilled the beans while appearing on WNYC-FM while promoting his new memoir, Luck And Circumstance: A Coming Of Age In Hollywood, New York, And Points Beyond. Hogg answered a caller's question about the film, and recalled he and Paul McCartney discussing the film's eventual reissue: "We bumped into each other on an airplane. It was just before George Harrison died. George was very ill. And George had not had a happy time during the making of Let It Be. For personal reasons. He was about to go out on his own and a lot of other things like that. And we knew it probably would not be re-released in George's lifetime. But, we have been been working on it pretty much every year for the last couple of years. And the plan is, at the moment, to have it come out, I think, in 2013."

http://www.kshe95.com/musicnews/story.aspx?ID=1558052

msLinds

10-21-2011, 01:14 AM

The Royal Gazette Online
October 20, 2011
Statue planned to remember John Lennon

Thirty-one years ago a British musician was touring the Botanical Gardens when he came upon a particularly beautiful freesia. He was so inspired by the beauty of the flower he named an album after it.The album was called ‘Double Fantasy’, and the songwriter was the legendary John Lennon of The Beatles fame.Next year, the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art plans to celebrate its 25th anniversary by erecting a statue honouring Mr Lennon on their premises at the Botanical Gardens.The statue is being designed by local artist Graham Foster and has been approved by John Lennon’s widow Yoko Ono and his son, Julian.Tom Butterfield and Elise Outerbridge of Masterworks are working in conjunction with musician Tony Brannon, who spotted Mr Lennon in a nightclub in Bermuda when he visited in 1980.

http://www.royalgazette.com/article/20111020/ISLAND/710209988/0

msLinds

10-21-2011, 11:24 AM

Everyone have a safe, positive and great upcoming weekend and take care. :wavey:

IBN Live
October 20, 2011
George Harrison had an Indian soul: wife

Mumbai: "Ravi was the first person who did not try to impress me but in turn I was impressed by him," Beatles legend George Harrison says about his first meeting with Sitar maestro Ravi Shankar in Martin Scorsese's documentary 'George Harrison: Living In the Material World'.The meeting not only began a great friendship between two great musicians but was also catalyst in introducing Harrison to Indian philosophy, which impacted every aspect of his life."His meeting with Ravi was not just between two individuals but of two cultures. It was a great cultural exchange," says Olivia Harrison, wife of the late Beatle and producer of the documentary which chronicles Harrison's journey to fame and his search for spirituality.

http://ibnlive.in.com/news/george-harrison-had-an-indian-soul-wife/194890-8-67.html

Times Live
October 21, 2011
Music photographer Barry Feinstein dies

Barry Feinstein, whose iconic photographs of 1960s rockers included the cover of Bob Dylan's The Times They Are a-Changin' died after a long illness, his wife said.He was 80.
Feinstein snapped more than 500 album covers in his career, including Janis Joplin for Pearl a day before she died and George Harrison flanked by garden gnomes for his post-Beatles solo outing All Things Must Pass.

http://www.timeslive.co.za/entertainment/2011/10/21/music-photographer-barry-feinstein-dies

msLinds

10-21-2011, 06:22 PM

Examiner - John Lennon
October 21, 2011
Good Ol' Freda news update: Beatles' secretary dishes about Fab Four on air

October 21, 2011, Seattle Washington– Freda Kelly, The Beatles secretary and Official Fan Club President from 1962-1972 shared her memories on Seattle’s Bob Rivers Show (KJR Classic Rock station 95.7) yesterday morning via a telephone interview from her office in England. Freda is doing a very special documentary on her time with the Beatles entitled “Good Ol’ Freda”, revealing many personal recollections of her time with them. Beginning as an early fan who watched them play at the Cavern Club in ‘61, to becoming Beatles’ manager Brian Epstein’s secretary, she then headed up their official fan club. Fan club membership grew to unimaginable heights as the Fab Four exploded onto the world scene as the most popular rock band in history.

FREDA MEETS THE BEATLES
“I met the Beatles through Brian Epstein, since I worked for him. I used to hang out with the Beatles at the Cavern lunchtime sessions when they played there,” Freda told Bob and his staff, when asked to describe her first memories of meeting the band. “I was only 17 then. I’d go and have a bowl of soup for lunch and they’d play 2-3 times a week from noon till 2:00.”

for the rest of the interview

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/good-ol-freda-news-update-beatles-secretary-dishes-about-fab-four-on-air-1

TR3S
October 20, 2011
Anahí Partners With Yoko Ono For Non-Violence Project

We know what you’re thinking. Mexican pop star Anahí and legendary Beatle widow Yoko Ono seem like an odd pairing. But they both have legions of loyal fans and are hoping to get them involved in the Non-Violence Project. Anahí and Ono have partnered up for the "Billion Faces For Peace" initiative, which encourages people to ditch their weapons and spread the word about non-violence. The program hopes to attract a billion volunteers worldwide, each of whom would send in a picture of themselves for a giant collage. Yoko's late husband, John Lennon, died as a result of gun violence and she's made sure his pic is included in the mural too. So far, 3,000 people have joined the cause and Anahí is hoping to bump that number up significantly.

http://blogamole.tr3s.com/2011/10/20/anahi-partners-with-yoko-ono-for-non-violence-project/

msLinds

10-23-2011, 02:03 AM

Examiner
October 22, 2011
Musicians, friends celebrate Paul McCartney's wedding at New York party (pics)

Celebrities were everywhere in attendance Friday night at the Bowery Hotel in New York City for a glitzy party in honor of newlyweds Paul McCartney and Lady Nancy.*Those in attendance included several musicians, including Yoko Ono, widow of John Lennon, with her son Sean Lennon; Joe Walsh, brother-in-law of Beatle Ringo Starr with wife Marjorie Bach; Jeff Lynne of Electric Light Orchestra; Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters; Rolling Stone Keith Richards with wife Patti Hansen; Jon Bon Jovi and E Street Bander Miami Steve Van Zandt.*

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/musicians-friends-celebrate-paul-mccartney-s-wedding-at-new-york-party

Yoko Ono and Sean Lennon attend Paul McCartney's & Nancy Shevell's party at The Bowery Hotel on October 21, 2011 in New York City.

http://www.zimbio.com/photos/Yoko+Ono/Paul+McCartney+Nancy+Shevell+Party+New+York/UAOrWfqyrtT

http://www.zimbio.com/photos/Yoko+Ono/Paul+McCartney+Nancy+Shevell+Party+New+York/bwcBgp32e4r

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2052086/Paul-McCartney-new-wife-Nancy-Shevell-hold-celebration-New-York-special-rock-n-roll-guests.html

Nico

10-23-2011, 01:41 PM

TerraRhiannon

10-23-2011, 04:45 PM

TerraRhiannon

10-23-2011, 05:02 PM

This .gif is so CUTE

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msLinds

10-23-2011, 09:38 PM

It was incredibly tacky and rude that Paul McCartney didn't invite Julian Lennon to his wedding dinner. Shoot, he didn't invite Julian to his wedding or other engagements and Julian posted his frustration on his FB page. I think the wedding dinner upsets me because I am pretty sure Yoko, Julian, or Sean wouldn't go to Paul's wedding on John's birthday because they're doing their own private thing...but the wedding dinner? Julian is IN NY! And all the blah, blah, blah from idiots about how Paul is so good to Julian and is like a dad to him...? CRAP. Just CRAP.

I mean all of the above. I do. Paul Macca isn't an angel. If people have no problem listing out John's flaws ad nauseam than it needs to be said: Paul, you snubbed your best friend's firstborn something bad the other night and I think it was tacky.

I agree with your feeling about this completely Nico.Sean and Yoko were in Iceland on Paul's wedding day.Which is also of course John and Sean's birthday.But Julian right now has been in New York City for a while on business and promoting his new album.I think one of the reasons that Jules removed that Facebook posting.Because he doesn't want to hurt his brother Sean who he loves dearly or for him to get harrassed or hurt.Also it sounds like he talked to his Mom,Cynthia to.If Paul did this purposely then It was very insensitive rude and disrespectful not to invite Julian to the wedding dinner and party in New York City .When all these other Musicians ,etc were invited.Who knows what goes on in Pauls head.But it does make him look uncaring and mean spirited toward Julian.

Everyone have a safe and great upcoming week and take care.
I have some new updates.Sean and Charlotte and Rufus Wainwright performed at Occupy Wallstreet in New York City tonight.

Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl and Rufus Wainwright performed at Occupy Wallstreet in New York City on October 23, 2011

Awhile ago I saw some things on Twitter that said that Sean Lennon was on the steps at Zuccotti Park jamming with Rufus Wainwright and others. *I found only one picture so I wondered if it was true.Well something just showed up on YouTube so I thought I'd write a quick diary to share it with all of you. *More videos are likely to show up and I'll post them as updates if I see them.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2011/10/23/1029396/-Sean-Lennon-Jamming-at-Zuccotti-Park-Tonight

http://instagr.am/p/ROmsI/

Sean Lennon Jamming

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=uzv5SwMqawg#

Nico

10-23-2011, 11:06 PM

Thank you to Terra and MsLinds.

Terra, you are absolutely spot on about PM's wedding day choice. It was attention-whorish. And frankly, he has always felt threatened by John. When the Beatles were huge, Paul was the favorite of the young girls. But John was the one whom the young adults and older people loved and respected. He was also a very REAL person. He gladly showed his flaws and his amazing gifts to all the world. He was a pioneer, a revolutionary, and a visionary; absolutely a genius by every account. Paul is an amazing musician. I have love for him as one of the fabs and, at one point, one of the best songwriters ever. BUT his petty shenanigans are too much. He is constantly bopping around, with that annoying fake smile everywhere- putting out one lame album after another, random DVD specials, piss-poor ballets. I just don't care anymore. His new wife seems like a lovely lady. No disrespect there. But the fact that he went and married on the ONE DAY that John's wife, sons, and ex-wife and family have to remember him with love- as Yoko asked the world to do in 1981- pisses me off. THAT DAY belongs to John in the Beatles world, and Paul was so jealous I suppose that he had to snatch a little of that for himself. I know he loved John dearly, he looked up to him and he STILL talks about him as the most important man in his life. But still...no.:distress:

MsLinds, you are ABSOLUTELY RIGHT. Julian has been criticized for voicing his feelings, but I think he had no other choice. What Paul did was completely classless. He loves to hype the "Hey Jude" story ad nauseam, but truly he has never been that close to Julian. Now people are aware of this and it hurts the image they have of Paul. Whatever. Sean and Julian ftw. I love them together and I'm so happy John has such awesome sons. That's all I'm going to say. But I will leave this post with this...

ALWAYS AND FOREVER...my favorite Beatle
http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lrwq04egRK1ql00fr.gif

Nico

10-23-2011, 11:08 PM

Thanks for the vids of Sean at Occupy Wallstreet MsLinds! :wavey:

msLinds

10-24-2011, 01:35 AM

Your welcome Nico.I agree with what you have to say about Paul.I don't think he should have been married on John's birthday either.Sean just posted on his personal Twitter page this video from tonight to.

‪Josh Fox director of GASLAND visits Occupy Wall St w/ friends Rufus Wainwright and Sean Lennon‬ at OCCUPY WALL STREET on October 23, 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZeYhTE3TAg

msLinds

10-24-2011, 03:43 PM

Ultimate Classic Rock
October 24, 2011
The Beatles’ Original Manager Still Loses Sleep Over Selling Their Contract

The head of Decca Records famously rejected the Beatles in 1962, telling manager Brian Epstein that “guitar groups are on the way out.” But he wasn’t the only one who missed out on a chance to be a part of the band’s astonishing success. That list includes the Beatles’ original manager, Alan Williams, who sold his contract to Epstein for the modern-day equivalent of $400 — a decision that he says still haunts him. “I still lose sleep over it 50 years later. No one could have guessed the Beatles would become so famous,” Williams told the Daily Record during a recent interview. “At that time there were 300 groups in Liverpool, who were as good or better.”

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/the-beatles-original-manager-still-loses-sleep-over-selling-their-contract/

South Florida Classical Review
October 24, 2011
Miami Symphony opens season with Beatles-inspired premiere

The Miami Symphony Orchestra opened its season Sunday with the world premiere of Sam Hyken’s Beatles Guide to the Orchestra. Hyken, currently involved in the Miami Music Project Orchestral Academy, is the orchestra’s principal trumpet player and has a definite interest in the merging of disparate styles of music. The Arsht Center’s Knight Concert Hall provided the showcase for his skillful symphonic arrangement of several Beatles’ tunes into a narrated orchestral guide clearly modeled on that of Benjamin Britten.

http://southfloridaclassicalreview.com/2011/10/miami-symphony-opens-season-with-beatles-inspired-premiere/

ShowBiz 411
October 24, 2011
John Lennon Was Steve Jobs’s Favorite Beatle, Loved “Strawberry Fields”

John Lennon was Steve Jobs‘s favorite Beatle. So says Jobs’s biographer Walter Isaacson in his authorized bio of Jobs, out today from Simon & Schuster. Of course, Jobs named his company Apple after the Beatles’ Apple Corps Records. Then of course, Jobs wound up settling lawsuits with the Beatles by paying them $500 million in 2007 (not for the ITunes downloads, just to settle 23 years of suits regarding the companies’ names and businesses).

http://www.showbiz411.com/2011/10/24/john-lennon-was-steve-jobss-favorite-beatle-loved-strawberry-fields

Beatle Freaks Reviews
October 21, 2011
Book Review: The Baffled Beatlemaniac Caper by Sally Carpenter

What a delight this book was to read! I had see this book mentioned on BeatlesNews.com and decided to find the author and ask for a review copy. Ms. Carpenter said she’d contact her publisher about getting a copy to me, but after several weeks my mailbox was still empty, so I just bought my own. I prefer buying my own copies to review anyway so I don’t feel obligated to the authors/bands/producers.

http://beatles-freak.com/2011/10/21/book-review-the-baffled-beatlemaniac-caper-by-sally-carpenter/

The Telegraph
October 24, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney will go head-to-head with Jamie Oliver today with the launch of his first cookbook, aimed at persuading people to eat less meat.

The former Beatle, who over the weekend celebrated his wedding to Nancy Shevell with a star-studded party in New York, has co-written The Meat Free Monday Cookbook, which is based on his family’s 2009 campaign to make people go meat-free for one day a week.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddrink/foodanddrinknews/8844481/Sir-Paul-McCartney-launches-first-cookbook.html

Josh Fox director of GASLAND visits Occupy Wall Street, NYC - w/ friends Rufus Wainwright and Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl on October 23, 2011

Here is a little clearer video and at a different angle of the performance

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgwM5AkK7HE&feature=player_embedded#

msLinds

10-25-2011, 02:53 PM

SoundSpike
October 25, 201
The Flaming Lips channel The Beatles for Steve Jobs Tribute

The Flaming Lips will honor late Apple founder Steve Jobs with a special rendition of a Beatles classic during the second annual O Music Awards, which take place Monday (10/31/2011. The eccentric Oklahoma rockers will take to the stage during the course of the awards show, which will be streamed across various MTV Networks web properties, including MTV.com, VH1.com and CMT.com, among others, according to the ceremony's website. The Lips will perform the Beatles hit "Revolution" -- and record it on an iPad -- to honor the life and achievements of Apple founder and CEO Steve Jobs, who lost his battle with pancreatic cancer Oct. 5. The Halloween-night O Music Awards webcast -- billed by organizers as a live multiplatform event celebrating the artists, innovators and fans impacting digital music culture -- begins at 11:30 p.m. ET.

http://www.soundspike.com/story/3187/the-flaming-lips-channel-the-beatles-for-steve-jobs-tribute/

Josh Fox director of GASLAND visits Occupy Wall St w/ friends Rufus Wainwright and Sean Lennon on October 23, 2011

Best video and closest video to gathering

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMTvKQ7FVBs

msLinds

10-26-2011, 01:36 AM

Comic Book Resources
October 25, 2011
John Lennon: The Comic Book Coming in December

In the pantheon of musical legends, John Lennon is at the top of the mountain, if not the king of the mountain. From his time with the Beatles and his solo projects, he asked the world to ignore borders and divisions, and instead he encouraged the average person to embrace what brings people together. And when his life ended viciously from an assassin’s bullet in 1980, the music industry, and the world, lost an advocate for peace, love and true musical Now Bluewater shares Lennon’s story as part of Bluewater Comics “Orbit” series. Orbit: John Lennon will hit comic book stores in Dec. 2011 in time for the anniversary of his passing.

http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=35119

Examiner
October 24, 2011
Good Ol’ Freda pledge tally and news – ‘Freda People’ launch campaign for funds

October 24, 2011 – News update on Good Ol’ Freda: The planned documentary by Freda Kelly about the decade she spent working for the Beatles*as the National Secretary of The Official Beatles Fan Club, has made significant headway in the news over the last week. (read about it here) Devoted fans are responding. $18,150 has been raised to date, (36% of their goal.) But as you see, despite these gains, the film is still a ways from the $50,000 goal that they need by 11-11-11.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/good-ol-freda-pledge-tally-and-news-freda-people-launch-campaign-for-funds

The Daily Activist
October 2011
Beatles legend, Paul McCartney, joins a growing list of celebrity supporters backing “Tiger Time” to save wild tigers.

David Shepherd CBE, a British wildlife artists and conservationist, established Tiger Time, a charity aimed at saving the last 3,200 wild tigers on earth, in May of this year.“The vast majority of people are shocked to the core when they hear that there are only 3,200 wild tigers left on earth,” says David Shepherd. “It is a shockingly low figure. Think of it this way – every wild tiger on earth could stand on just one soccer pitch! Getting that message out to people is vital if we are to save the wild tiger.”

http://www.thedailyactivist.com/celebrity-charities-beatle-for-tiger/

msLinds

10-27-2011, 03:05 PM

The Daily Orange
October 27, 2011
Video of Ono’s exhibition remains hidden in vintage, battered black case

Trapped inside a haggard and taped-up videotape case is an account unseen from Yoko Ono's 1971 exhibition. It is art unseen. Only the words scrawled on a piece of tape hint at what lies inside: Videofreex, Yoko, B/W 1/2, 30 MINS. Videofreex, a group of nine ragtag artists in their 20s, exemplified the video art former Everson Director Jim Harithas introduced to the Everson during the 1970s. While living at a 60-acre farm in Lanesville, N.Y., the group traveled up and down the New York State Thruway practicing and teaching video art. During the time period, the group documented many exhibitions at the Everson, including the Ono exhibition.

http://www.dailyorange.com/feature/my-show-was-a-revolution-ono-s-art-exhibit-at-the-everson-in-1971-shook-syracuse-art-scene-1.2669059#.Tqm4uXGGiHs

msLinds

10-28-2011, 02:08 AM

Examiner
October 26, 2011
EXCLUSIVE: Ex-Beatle Stu Sutcliffe's sister tells why voice on song is him

It came out of nowhere, but the news earlier this week that a song existed by former Beatle Stu Sutcliffe, who died in 1962,brought all sorts of questions. Where did it come from? How does anyone know it's him? Pauline Sutcliffe, Stuart's sister, has provided us with some answers in this lengthy exclusive statement we received Wednesday. We're running it as we received it:

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/exclusive-ex-beatle-s-stu-sutcliffe-s-sister-tells-why-voice-on-song-is-his

Examiner
October 23, 2011
Estate of late Beatle Stu Sutcliffe opens his first fan club, offers song by him

With the life of one-time Beatle Stu Sutcliffe is again in the spotlight thanks to the play "Backbeat" currently running in London, his sister, Pauline, has just started the official fan club for her brother and released a track said to be him singing.“It gives me great pleasure to announce the launch of the official Stuart Sutcliffe Fan Club. Can you believe it has taken almost 50 years?," she said in a statement released Sunday Membership in the club is free. To join the fan club, visit www.stuartsutcliffefanclub.com Members[/url] will receive a regular newsletter from his sister related to the archives of her brother's work. The club is also requesting that fans who are artists and writers to send in work to be featured. David Bedford (author of 'Liddypool: Birthplace of The Beatles') is heading up the club, along with artist Sherry Liscio.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/estate-of-former-beatle-stu-sutcliffe-opens-first-official-fan-club-offers-song

http://www.stuartsutcliffefanclub.com/

The Marietta Daily Journal
October 27, 2011
Beatles invasion coming to Cobb

Steve Landes is living out his dream portraying John Lennon as part of “RAIN — A Tribute to the Beatles,” which is making its way to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre tonight, Saturday and Sunday. Part of the Gas South Broadway Series, RAIN will perform popular songs from the legendary band, as well as tunes never played for an audience. RAIN, which is also the name of a Beatles song, was formed in 1975. Although they started out writing their own music, they began performing Beatles songs and became its first tribute band. Landes, who joined the band in 1998, said being a member takes on a legendary perspective.

http://mdjonline.com/view/full_story/16199966/article-Beatles-invasion-coming-to-Cobb?instance=home_lifestyle

Examiner
October 26, 2011
Steve Jobs bio confirms dispute with EMI held up Beatles debut on iTunes

The Beatles weren't able to make their long-awaited debut on iTunes until things were worked out with EMI, according to the new Walter Isaacson Steve Jobs biography. "The band was the last major holdout, primarily because it had not resolved with EMI music, which owned most of the songs, how to handle digital rights," Isaacson writes.*In May, 2010 in an interview with the BBC, Paul McCartney also pointed the finger at EMI. "It's been business hassles. Not with us, or iTunes. It's the people in the middle, the record label. There have been all sorts of reasons why they don't want to do it," McCartney was quoted as saying.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/steve-jobs-bio-confirms-dispute-with-emi-held-up-beatles-debut-on-itunes

The Gazatte
October 27, 2011
Sign from 1969 'Bed-In' could fetch big bucks

Money was a prime villain — along with war, bigotry and some of the other ills of modern society — when Beatles mega-star John Lennon and his newlywed wife Yoko Ono spent a famous week in bed at a Montreal hotel in 1969 to promote peace, love and pyjama power.But various artifacts created during Lennon and Ono's historic stay in Canada continue to fetch stunning prices at auctions around the world, and the latest relic from the couple's Montreal "Bed-In For Peace" — a simple placard with the words "BED" and "PEACE" scribbled by Lennon in black marker — is expected to fetch up to $160,000 at a Christie's sale of pop culture memorabilia next month in Britain.

http://www.montrealgazette.com/Sign+from+1969+could+fetch+bucks/5618985/story.html

Total Guitar
October 24, 2011
Pete Townshend for Prince's Trust Rock Gala

The Prince's Rock Gala returns to the Royal Albert Hall this year on 23 November and is due to feature a headline set by Pete Townshend.The legendary Who guitarist will lead an eclectic line-up that includes squeaky clean indie band The Feeling, as well as the likes of Tim Minchin, Cerys Matthews, Imelda May, Julian Lennon, Midge Ure and, err, Chris De Burgh.

http://www.musicradar.com/totalguitar/pete-townshend-for-princes-trust-rock-gala-508419

msLinds

10-29-2011, 02:39 AM

Everyone have a safe, positive, great weekend and take care.

Vogue.com
October 28, 2011
Yoko Ono’s “Uncursed” Opens in New York

She was “the world’s most famous unknown artist,” according to John Lennon, whose 1969 marriage to Yoko Ono both granted her instant celebrity and nearly eclipsed a serious art career that Ono had nurtured in avant-garde circles for more than a decade. Today, after major art-world recognition—including the Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement at the 2009 Venice Biennale—Ono’s uniquely poetic and sly artistic practice, with its roots in Fluxus and haiku, and its heady melding of art, activism, and celebrity, is poised to take over where the rock legend ends. In July, Ono returned to her native Japan, which was still laboring under the effects of the massive earthquake in March, to accept the Hiroshima Art Prize for her peace activism, and to install an exhibition of her work at the Hiroshima City Art Museum of Contemporary Art. This week, in the midst of setting up for her second show at New York’s Galerie Lelong, which opens today, Ono, elegant and almost elfin in a jaunty straw boater, dark sunglasses, and narrow-hipped black pants, paused to speak with me about her return to Japan and the seeds of her new exhibition. Her New York show, which includes elements of the work created for the Hiroshima exhibition, began with a childhood memory:

 Galerie Lelong 
October 28 – December 10, 2011 - Tues – Sat 10 am to 6 pm
528 West 26th Street (between 10 Ave and 11 Ave)  New York, NY

http://www.vogue.com/culture/article/yoko-onos-uncursed-opens-in-new-york/

http://bigtimecity.com/arts/exhibits/yoko-ono-%E2%80%9Cuncursed-opens-in-new-york-city/

Detroit Free Press
October 28, 2011
Paul McCartney to pay for restoration of Motown's historic Steinway piano

Motown left its mark on Paul McCartney, and now McCartney wants to leave his on Motown: The pop superstar will finance restoration of the label’s historic piano.
McCartney encountered the ebony-and-ivory of the Steinway grand piano while touring the Motown Museum before his July concert at Comerica Park.

http://www.freep.com/article/20111028/ENT04/111028070/Paul-McCartney-pay-restoration-Motown-s-historic-Steinway-piano?odyssey=tab%7Ctopnews%7Ctext%7CFRONTPAGE

msLinds

10-29-2011, 12:54 PM

Examiner
October 28, 2011
John Lennon helped Paul McCartney with songs from the afterlife

When John Lennon was killed on December 8, 1980 outside his home in New York at the Dakota Apartments, the world grieved for his loss. But many people, including those close to him during his life, still feel his presence. It seems he hasn’t really left us. (Read about the many books that have been written on John’s afterlife) Paul McCartney has shared several stories of Lennon spiritually intervening in his life. John’s otherworldy efforts have helped Paul heal from his grief over his death and later helped him get a message to the world through music. He even apparently helped the Beatles put the Beatles Anthology together.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/john-lennon-helped-paul-mccartney-with-songs-from-the-afterlife

msLinds

10-30-2011, 01:10 AM

Billboard.com
October 29, 2011
Yoko Ono to Introduce Steve Jobs Tribute at MTV's O Music Awards

TV is upping the Apple factor at its O Music Awards with a plan to have Yoko Ono introduce the Flaming Lips' musical tribute to Apple Computer co-founder Steve Jobs.Ono, the window of Beatle John Lennon, will speak about her late husband and Jobs before the Lips perform "Revolution," a Lennon-McCartney composition from the Beatles 'White Album. 'The performance was completely shot on iPads.

"Like John Lennon, the man I love deeply, Steve Jobs was a dreamer who changed the world," Ono is expected to say during the online awards ceremony that begins Oct. 31 at 8:30 p.m. PT at www.omusicawards.com. "But of course when we lose a genius of that caliber, they are never really gone. They live on all around us, through our memories, their words, and their work. Their spirit grows in us forever to the end of the days." The Beatles' company and label is also named Apple and the two sides were involved in numerous lawsuits over rights and images that needed to be resolved before the Beatles catalog was made available on iTunes.

http://www.billboard.com/news/yoko-ono-to-introduce-steve-jobs-tribute-1005452362.story#/news/yoko-ono-to-introduce-steve-jobs-tribute-1005452362.story

Nico

10-31-2011, 12:31 AM

I love Yoko's Steve Jobs speech. Very touching.

msLinds

10-31-2011, 06:35 PM

I agree Nico.Yoko's Speech about Steve Jobs is touching.Its on TV this evening to.
I want to wish you Nico and everyone a happy, safe and great Halloween and Samhain.
Everyone have a great week and take care. :wavey:

http://www.chalicecentre.net/samhain.htm

I have couple new updates now

Examiner
October 30, 2011
EXCLUSIVE: Two who knew ex-Beatle Stu Sutcliffe weigh in on song controversy

Is it one-time Beatle Stu Sutcliffe or not singing on the recently unearthed version of "Love Me Tender" ? The statement from Sutcliffe's sister Pauline about why they believe it's him hasn't ended the debate. Actually, it's only intensified it. Several have pointed to the similarity the song has with the version in the movie "Birth of the Beatles," leading some to wonder if the new version was an outtake from the movie.We contacted two people who personally knew Sutcliffe for their opinions about the song. First, we asked Bill Harry, founder and editor of Mersey Beat. Here are his thoughts:

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/exclusive-bill-harry-klaus-voormann-weigh-on-song-by-ex-beatle-sutcliffe

‪Love Me Tender - Stuart Sutcliffe‬ - ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xO_Qvnu6_I&feature=player_embedded

Examiner
October 30,2011
Beatles Christmas ornaments ready to hit the shelves

Those Beatles Christmas ornaments we first told you about in early September are about to land.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/collectors-alert-beatles-christmas-ornaments-about-to-hit-the-shelves

msLinds

11-01-2011, 01:21 AM

Ultimate Classic Rock
4 days ago
John Lennon Inspired Steve Jobs to Strive for Perfection

John Lennon‘s creativity and work ethic didn’t just help ensure the Beatles‘ music was legendary, it also inspired Apple’s recently deceased co-founder Steve Jobs to strive for perfection within his company, according to an authorized biography of the visionary by Walter Isaacson. A bootleg of the classic Beatles’ song ‘Strawberry Fields Forever,’ especially one part where Lennon stops the band from playing and makes them return to the beginning to revise a chord, fascinated Jobs, according to the biography, as reported by Showbiz 411.

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/john-lennon-inspired-steve-jobs/

Examiner
October 31, 2011
John Lennon’s spirit sends profound message to former lover May Pang

May Pang still hears from her former lover, John Lennon*occasionally – his spirit that is. After the 2008 publication of her book, Instamatic Karma, she told me an interesting story. She was driving some friends over the Hudson Bridge coming into New York, and she was describing to them how she sometimes feels his presence, especially while working on her book about her time with Lennon. The friend, whom May described as skeptical of spirit communications, said, “OK, but how do you know when John is around ? ”

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/john-lennon-s-spirit-sends-profound-message-to-former-lover-may-pang

Liverpool Echo
October 31, 2011
John Lennon memorial moves to Liverpool’s ECHO Arena
The John Lennon Peace Memorial has moved to a new home.

It was relocated from Liverpool One to outside the ECHO arena, where it can be enjoyed and admired by music fans going to gigs at the arena.Bob Prattey, chief executive of the arena, said: “We are very proud to have such a culturally important piece of art here.“John Lennon is a unique and enduring part of our city and it is fantastic that UK and international visitors to the arena will be able to visit the monument while with us.“Whether a fan of John or The Beatles or just a lover of art, the monument is a striking symbol of peace and we are privileged to have given it a home.”

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/local-news/2011/10/31/john-lennon-memorial-moves-to-liverpool-s-echo-arena-100252-29689362/

Liverpool Echo
October 31, 2011
Beatles urban myth about hidden Liverpool mural shattered

A MUSICAL urban myth passed down over the decades in Liverpool can finally be shattered today.A rumour has persisted for 40 years that a mural hidden in a city nightclub was part of Beatles history. Well-established Gossip suggested the vibrant wall art was created by fifth-Beatle Stuart Sutcliffe and lay safely concealed.And during a recent major facelift of nightspot Magnet, designers found the artwork seemingly created by the Fab Four’s original bassist.The mural emerged in all its glory after a wall was knocked down in the basement of the Hardman Street venue.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/in-the-mix/2011/10/29/beatles-urban-myth-about-hidden-liverpool-mural-shattered-100252-29682664/

msLinds

11-01-2011, 09:14 PM

HoustonPress
November 1, 2011
John Lennon's Imagine Turns 40: Ten Facts About The Album

Forty years ago this past week, John Lennon's second solo LP away from the Beatles, Imagine, hit number one on the UK album charts. The album was released on October 8, 1971 in England and September 9, 1971 here in the States.

http://blogs.houstonpress.com/rocks/2011/11/john_lennons_imagine_turns_40_1.php

NorthWestern State University
October 2011
John Lennon biographer and expert to give free lecture

Beatles expert and author Jude Southerland Kessler will be presenting a lecture entitled, "Everything I Know I Learned from The Beatles and NSU" at Northwestern State University next Monday.Ms. Kessler's forty minute lecture will include readings from both her books about the life of John Lennon and an audience Q&A. Copies of Jude's books will be available for purchase.Lang/ Comm graduate Jude Kessler will be giving a presentation in the Student Union Ballroom on November 7,th at 6 pm.* Kessler is the author of several books, including JOHN LENNON: SHOULDA BEEN THERE and SHIVERING INSIDE his event is a great opportunity for our students to see just one of the many exciting futures possible with our degree !

http://langcomm.nsula.edu/news-and-notes

Philly.com
November 1st 2011
Behind the music of a Beatle

LOS ANGELES - Remember George Harrison's unforgettable opening line in the Beatles' 1969 hit "Something"? "Something in the way she moves / attracts me like no other woman."Of course not, because he sings "lover," not "woman." But "woman" is what Harrison wrote before changing one word that could have spelled the difference between a hit and a miss, an edit that's on display at the Grammy Museum in "George Harrison: Living in the Material World," a show focusing on the man pigeonholed early as "the quiet Beatle."

http://www.philly.com/philly/entertainment/132964898.html

DayTrippin Magazine
October 31, 2011
The Case for Authenticity: ‘Love Me Tender’ by Stuart Sutcliffe

What Stuart Sutcliffe fan hasn’t wished to learn as much as possible about the fascinating young artist and Beatle?* His time with us was short yet incredibly creative; every surfacing artwork, picture, letter or anecdote is pored over with relish by admirers. But some things Sutcliffe-lovers were sadly certain they would never get to know: for instance—his voice.That’s why the digital release of “Love Me Tender“, sung by Stuart himself, is an astonishing event generating stunned excitement and questions about the song’s origin and authenticity

http://daytrippin.com/2011/10/31/the-case-for-authenticity-love-me-tender-by-stuart-sutcliffe/

Liverpool Echo
October 2011
John Lennon’s 1971 ‘Imagine’ Completion Party Remembered

John Lennon may have been the host with the most if this raw video footage tells the tale correctly. After wrapping up sessions for his seminal ‘Imagine’ album in July of 1971, the newly ex-Beatle and his girl (that’s Yoko to you!) threw a mega party to celebrate.As the Gothamist points out, the party was held at the home of the notorious Alan Klein and with a stellar list of guests, the shindig was caught on film by Jonas Mekas, a friend of John and Yoko’s. Rubbing elbows, and possibly more, were the likes of Miles Davis, Phil Spector, Allen Ginsberg, Andy Warhol, and Ringo among many others.

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/john-lennon-1971-imagine-completion-party-remembered/

The Baltimore Sun
October 31, 21011
Yellow Dubmarine: If the Beatles met the Wailers
Rockville band plays Fab Four's 'Abbey Road' with reggae flair

The melody is instantly familiar but the other sounds are not — horns boldly announce their arrival, the patient tempo crawls along and the voice is more Maryland than Liverpool.When the plea to stay kicks in — "Believe me when I beg you, don't ever leave me alone," he sings — the song's identity becomes clear. It's "Oh! Darling," the Lennon/McCartney classic, but this bouncing version comes courtesy of Yellow Dubmarine, a Rockville eight-piece that plays reggae versions of Beatles songs.

http://www.baltimoresun.com/entertainment/music/bs-ae-music-story-1104-20111031,0,3851611.story

US premiere of 4 Lads From Liverpool rocks San Francisco
October 2011
The US premiere of "4 Lads from Liverpool," a musical tribute to the Beatles, opened Friday October 28, 2011.At the night at the Marines Memorial Theater in San Francisco to an enthusiastic audience. 4 Lads from Liverpool is a new band that is based in Los Angeles and is made up of seasoned tribute Beatles performers, many of whom have been playing as one of the Fab Four for many years and have come together to perform a new musical tribute to the Beatles.

http://www.4ladsfromliverpool.com/

msLinds

11-02-2011, 09:22 PM

Examiner
November 2,2011
Director of Good Ol’ Freda reveals depth of stories for new Beatles documentary

We have had the pleasure to interview*Ryan White, Director of the upcoming Beatles documentary Good Ol’ Freda, as well as Kathy McCabe, Producer and PR representative for the film. Ryan and Kathy talked to me about many aspects of the film, from the wide range of stories that will come to life, to the financing needed to make this a reality. After speaking to Ryan so extensively about Good Ol' Freda, it is apparent that this film will offer many new perspectives on what was going on behind the scenes with the Fab Four, from an insider's point of view.*

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/director-of-good-ol-freda-reveals-depth-of-stories-for-new-beatles-documentary

Telegraph
November 3, 2011
Ringo Starr: I'm not going to give up on peace and love

Ringo Starr says he is committed to his 1960s ideals as he kicked off his new tour with his first performance in Latin America.For the tour, the former Beatle has joined forces with multi-instrumentalist Edgar Winter and lead singer of 1980s band Mr Mister, Richard Page.He said he was drawn to performing in Mexico because of conversations with fellow Beatle Paul McCarthy. "Paul is forever talking about Mexico and I'm looking forward to the lighters, I'm looking forward to the joy and I'm looking forward to the peace and love.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/celebritynews/8864180/Ringo-Starr-Im-not-going-to-give-up-on-peace-and-love.html

Blog Critics Books
November 2, 2011
Book Review: If You Like The Beatles by Bruce Pollock

If You Like The Beatles is part of a new book series from the Hal Leonard publishing group. The If You Like... books take off from that simple phrase, and explore the influences and impacts of the subject at hand. Appropriately enough, The Beatles were chosen to inaugurate the series. The decision to use the Fab Four makes sense for a number of reasons. As the preeminent Baby Boomer band, The Beatles still exert a massive impact on the culture, over fifty years after they initially got together.

http://blogcritics.org/books/article/book-review-if-you-like-the/

The Baltimore Sun
October 31, 21011
Yellow Dubmarine: If the Beatles met the Wailers
Rockville band plays Fab Four's 'Abbey Road' with reggae flair

The melody is instantly familiar but the other sounds are not — horns boldly announce their arrival, the patient tempo crawls along and the voice is more Maryland than Liverpool.When the plea to stay kicks in — "Believe me when I beg you, don't ever leave me alone," he sings — the song's identity becomes clear. It's "Oh! Darling," the Lennon/McCartney classic, but this bouncing version comes courtesy of Yellow Dubmarine, a Rockville eight-piece that plays reggae versions of Beatles songs.It's a risky concept — does the world need another Beatles cover band, especially one infusing the tracks with reggae and dub influences? Bassist and singer Aaron Glaser says he's aware of the skeptics and purists, but that his band only wants to celebrate the songs so many people enjoy.

http://www.baltimoresun.com/entertainment/music/bs-ae-music-story-1104-20111031,0,3851611.story

US premiere of 4 Lads From Liverpool rocks San Francisco
October 31, 2011

The US premiere of "4 Lads from Liverpool," a musical tribute to the Beatles, opened Friday October 28, 2011.At the night at the Marines Memorial Theater in San Francisco to an enthusiastic audience. 4 Lads from Liverpool is a new band that is based in Los Angeles and is made up of seasoned tribute Beatles performers, many of whom have been playing as one of the Fab Four for many years and have come together to perform a new musical tribute to the Beatles.

http://www.4ladsfromliverpool.com/

Unfinished Lennon song recovered by Spanish Beatles tribute band
November 2, 2011

The Spanish Beatles tribute band, aptly named Los Escarabajos (Spanish word for "beetles") has recorded "Now And Then", an unfinished John Lennon song from 1979 that Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr tried in vain to complete in 1996 for the third volume of the Anthology project.Los Escarabajos released a version of this original in 2001 for their CD Lennonphile (The Album That John Could Never Record), but the current rendition captures the concept of the singles included in Anthology by the remaining Beatles, "Free As A Bird" and "Real Love".The 2011 remake of "Now And Then" is presented with an animated work by Alvaro Ortega, reputable Spanish visual artist, who shows his own colourful style reminding us of the ever classic Yellow Submarine and the recent The Beatles: Rock Band.

On the last World Animation Day, 28th of October, the song and video were published on YouTube, marking the 15th anniversary of The Beatles' Anthology 3 and the 10th anniversary of Los Escarabajos' Lennonphile.In 2010, Los Escarabajos were given honorary degrees by the University of Seville for their work, having performed live the entire Beatles discography over the course of the Spanish group's 18-year history. The band was a headlining act at the International Beatle Week in Liverpool between 2003 and 2010.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BY5yUUTj6gs

msLinds

11-03-2011, 09:05 PM

Olde to Macaron
11/2/2011
Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl " The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger " at Stony Brook, New York City on October 15, 2011 - photograph

http://www.odetoamacaron.com/2011/11/sean-lennon-and-charlotte-kemp-muhl.html

Sean Lennon Halloween Day 10-31-2011 - photograph

http://laviebelem.tumblr.com/post/12263270880/sean-lennon-takes-the-stage-can-i-just-say-how

Thriller - Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Sean Lennon, Gregory Brothers, and more. hitRECord Halloween, at Le Poisson Rouge 10/31/2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px-OJEtUufI

msLinds

11-03-2011, 10:03 PM

BerNews
November 3, 2011
Imagine! Bermuda Lennon Tribute CD’s Coming

Bermuda famously inspired John Lennon’s last songs. And now Bermudian artists will have the opportunity to return the compliment with a new tribute CD of the former Beatle’s material.The CD — being produced by Ride the Wave*charitable group — is to be released in conjunction with the unveiling of a memorial to the singer/songwriter/peace activist at the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art in the Botanical Gardens next summer.Mr. Lennon spent several weeks in Bermuda in 1980 after sailing here from the US, saying the island allowed him to reconnect with his creative muse after a five-year spell of writer’s block [he is pictured here with son Sean while visiting the island].

http://bernews.com/2011/11/imagine-bermuda-lennon-tribute-cds-coming/

TalkTV.com
November 3, 2011
NBC to Present RAIN - A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES ON ICE, 11/6/2011

Olympic gold medalists Brian Boitano and Sara Hughes headline "Rain- A Tribute to the Beatles on Ice" this Sunday at 4 p.m. ET. This show is part of the Pandora NBC Skating Series, produced by Disson Skating in conjunction with NBC. The show will be hosted by Olympic gold medalist and figure skating legend Peggy Fleming and three-time U.S. champion Michael Weiss from the Rushmore Civic Center in Rapid City, S.D.Olympic gold medalists Brian Boitano and Sara Hughes headline "Rain- A Tribute to the Beatles on Ice" this Sunday at 4 p.m. ET. This show is part of the Pandora NBC Skating Series, produced by Disson Skating in conjunction with NBC. The show will be hosted by Olympic gold medalist and figure skating legend Peggy Fleming and three-time U.S. champion Michael Weiss from the Rushmore Civic Center in Rapid City, S.D.

http://tv.broadwayworld.com/article/NBC-to-Present-RAIN-A-TRIBUTE-TO-THE-BEATLES-ON-ICE-116-20111103

TalkTVWorld.com
November 3, 2011
Nickelodeon Begins Production on Beatles-Inspired BIG TIME MOVIE

Stars of the Nickelodeon hit series and international recording artists Big Time Rush will headline the network's brand-new original TV movie, Big Time Movie which will feature covers of the beloved Beatles classics, Help!, A Hard Day's Night, We Can Work It Out and Revolution, as well as music from Big Time Rush's soon-to-be released sophomore album, Elevate. In Big Time Movie, currently in production in Vancouver, Kendall (Kendall Schmidt), James (James Maslow), Carlos (Carlos Pena Jr.) and Logan (Logan Henderson) head to London for their first big world tour but instead get mixed up in a mission to save the world. With their bags switched at the airport, they inadvertently gain possession of a fearsome device that, in the wrong hands, could destroy the world. Set to premiere in 2012, Big Time Movie is executive produced by show creator Scott Fellows.

http://tv.broadwayworld.com/article/Nickelodeon-Begins-Production-on-Beatles-Inspired-BIG-TIME-MOVIE-20111103

Mirror
November 3, 2011
The Beatles album artwork worth £70,000: Top 10 most valuable record sleeves revealed

The Beatles Sgt Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band album which has been declared the world's most valuable record cover (Pic: PA)A STUDY today has named the world’s most expensive record sleeves – with The Beatles taking 5 of the top 10 spots.The list, compiled for Record Collector magazine, values albums by the collectability of their sleeves. It found vinyl releases by the Fab Four dominating the top 5 at positions 1, 2, 4 and 5.

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2011/11/03/the-beatles-album-artwork-worth-70-000-top-10-most-valuable-record-sleeves-revealed-115875-23535398/

BTFLCHLD

11-04-2011, 11:36 AM

http://www.charitybuzz.com/categories/74/catalog_items/289226

Why Me?, Self Portrait by John Lennon

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Pop star, composer, and songwriter John Lennon was born October 9, 1940, in Liverpool, England. Lennon met McCartney in 1957 and invited Paul to join his music group. They eventually formed the most successful songwriting partnership in musical history. Lennon left The Beatles in 1969 and later released albums with his wife Yoko Ono, and others.

The proceeds for this item benefit The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation

Terms: In condition as donated; cannot be returned or exchanged. Please note - additional shipping charges may apply based on the location of the winner.

Donated by: David Hinkelman

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msLinds

11-04-2011, 03:48 PM

Thank you BTFLCHLD for sharing this link with us about that charity auction of one John Lennon's drawings.To benefit The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation. Everyone have a safe,positive and great upcoming weekend and take care.

msLinds

11-04-2011, 05:43 PM

Serpentine Gallery
November 4, 2011
Yoko Ono 2012 exhibition announced

In Summer 2012 the Serpentine Gallery will present a major exhibition of the work of celebrated artist Yoko Ono for the London 2012 Festival, which will include SMILE, a large-scale participatory project.The Serpentine’s timely exhibition will reflect upon the enormous impact that Yoko Ono has made on contemporary art, exploring her influential role in art, music, film and performance. Her first exhibition in a London public institution for more than a decade, Ono will present new and existing works, some of which have rarely been shown in the UK. These will include installations, films and performances, as well as architectural alterations to the galleries.

As a part of her exhibition, Ono will present SMILE, a large-scale project which will be exhibited at the Serpentine Gallery and online for the London 2012 Festival. Conceived as a way of connecting people across the world, the project invites people to upload and send an image of their smiles, to create a global anthology of portraits.   Ono envisions that ‘all of the smiles... that are collected will be kept by the Serpentine Gallery as a record for the planet Earth. When people take part in the SMILE, they will receive their own smile to take home.’

Yoko Ono at the Serpentine Gallery will be part of the London 2012 Festival, a spectacular 12-week UK-wide celebration featuring world leading artists from Midsummer’s Day on 21 June to the final day of the Paralympic Games on 9 September 2012. For more information on the programme visit www.london2012.com/festival

SERPENTINE GALLERY
June 19th – September 9, 2012, 10 am – 6pm 
Kensington Gardens , London, UK

http://www.serpentinegallery.org/2011/11/yoko_ono_2012_exhibition_announced.html

msLinds

11-05-2011, 08:54 PM

‪Nebulullaby - featuring Sean Lennon and The Gregory Brothers)

A beautiful song written by Sean Lennon and performed by Sean and The Gregory Brothers at hitRECord on Halloween -10/31/211 at Le Poisson Rouge - NYC.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tK6DENfMFuQ

to download this video

http://hitrecord.org/records/557385

msLinds

11-06-2011, 02:40 AM

BBC News Liverpool
Novermber 5, 2011
John Lennon's tooth bought by Canadian dentist

A Canadian dentist has bought one of John Lennon's teeth for £19,500 at an auction in Stockport.Alberta-based Michael Zuk bid by phone to secure the molar given by the former Beatle to his house keeper Dot Jarlett, who worked for him in the 1960s.The tooth was from a collection of rock memorabilia owned by Alan McGee, former boss of Oasis's label Creation Records.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-15606017

PR Newswire
November 2, 2011
Montblanc Celebrates John Lennon with Special Edition Pen

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Music legend and cultural icon John Lennon once wrote, "You may say that I'm a dreamer/But I'm not the only one/I hope someday you'll join us/And the world will be as one." It's a beautiful vision of the future, and while Lennon himself was stolen from us much too soon, his vision lives on. As a testament to the enduring legacy that he left behind, Montblanc began last year to offer a special John Lennon Edition Writing Instrument. Montblanc has gained international status as the premier provider of high-end writing instruments and other luxury accessories, and no one is more qualified to design a more exquisite and priceless art commemorating a historical figure who was beloved all over the world. This limited edition item was released in conjunction with Lennon's 70th birthday last year, but he would have turned 71 this month, and the timeless appeal of these Montblanc pens has not started to wane.

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/montblanc-celebrates-john-lennon-with-special-edition-pen-133096493.html

‪Yoko Ono Lennon at Lelong, NYC (Nov 2011)‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K47TTjGH6GU

Nico

11-06-2011, 02:40 PM

msLinds

11-07-2011, 11:14 AM

Hamariwen
November 2011
Julian Lennon on Personal and Professional Life

With plenty of creative strings to his bow, Julian Lennon is keen to impress that, despite being the only child of Beatle John Lennon and his first wife Cynthia, he’s “more than a one-dimensional, son-of-John character”. The 8-year-old musician had a difficult relationship with his father, which included periods of estrangement before John was killed when Julian was 17. But as he points out: “There’s a lot more to my life and work than just Dad. ” Having just released Everything Changes, his first album in 13 years, Julian is a happy man. “It’s probably been the best response I’ve ever had,” he says. “I think people have seen a different side to me.”

http://www.hamariwen.com/julian-lennon-interview-on-personal-and-professional-life/

Sophie 103.7
November 5, 2011
Alicia Keys Pay’s Tribute To The Beatles George Harrison At The Black Ball

At Alicia Keys‘ annual Black Ball benefit concert, which was held last night at New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom. She paid respect to the late great Beatle George Harrison‘s philanthropic efforts as well as raised 3 million for AIDS treatment and care in Africa and India.Musicians paid tribute to Harrison’s pioneering leadership of the 1971 Concert for Bangladesh.

http://radiosophie.radio.com/2011/11/05/alicia-keys-pays-tribute-to-the-beatles-george-harrison-at-the-black-ball/

All Voices
November 6, 2011
Ringo Starr took his show to Santiago

The largest of the Fab Four from Liverpool, Ringo Starr, and his seven companions legendary, the All Starr Band, demonstrated Friday night in Santiago that the magnetism of the Beatles does not lose power and the strength of rock and roll still spread to the respectable public.With lofty classical to the Beatles to the top of musical Olympus, but also successes Ringo solo career and songs of rock and roll more than three decades, Starr and her friends delighted the nearly 10 000 people gathered at the Movistar Arena in Santiago.

http://www.allvoices.com//contributed-news/10804340-ringo-starr-took-his-show-to-santiago

msLinds

11-07-2011, 07:48 PM

This is a great and funny performance by Sean and the Gregory brothers.From Halloween night on 10/31/2011

‪Little Red Riding Hood story (feat. Sean Lennon and The Gregory Brothers)‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaXU1WbzKD8&feature=player_embedded

msLinds

11-08-2011, 12:48 AM

The Journal
November 4, 2011
“Minnesota Beatles Project Vol. 3” raises money for arts education

For the third time, non-profit organization Vega Productions has gathered an all-star lineup of Minnesota musicians for the “Minnesota Beatles Project,” which aims to raise money for arts and music education in Minnesota schools. The album, which features local musicians covering 15 Beatles tracks, will be available on CD, LP and digital download on Dec. 6, with all proceeds donated to music and arts programs in Minnesota public schools.“Through music and art education, students learn the power of creativity, dedication and collaboration. Sadly, many Minnesota public schools are being forced to make difficult budgetary decisions, which often means opportunities in music and art are lost,” said Mark Gehring, executive director, Vega Productions, Inc. in a statement. “Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 3 calls on the best of the Minnesota music industry to help not only preserve, but enhance music and arts education so students can continue to learn and develop their talents.”

http://www.downtownjournal.com/index.php?&story=17621&page=65&category=134

Liverpool Echo
November 4, 2011
Liverpool Beatles’ bar The Jacaranda shutdown surrounded by mystery

MYSTERY today surrounded the future of iconic Liverpool bar The Jacaranda, best known for being the first venue to host The Beatles.The Jacaranda, in Slater Street, was in darkness last night amid rumours the popular city nightspot had closed its doors for good. But owner Graham Clarke refused to confirm to the ECHO why the premises was closed.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/local-news/2011/11/04/liverpool-beatles-bar-the-jacaranda-shutdown-surrounded-by-mystery-100252-29717589/

The Telegraph
November 4, 2011
Unseen photos of The Beatles in America published

Never seen before shots of the Fab Four in the USA in 1964 are published next week.Photographer Joe Allen followed the young Beatles for the full two weeks of their first tour of America in February 1964. He recorded their every move, including personal moments sight-seeing, relaxing on the beach and reading reviews of their own shows on their journeys across the country. The Telegraph.co.uk can exclusively unveil a selection of photographs from a new book which brings these unseen shots to print for the first time.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music/the-beatles/8869735/Unseen-photos-of-The-Beatles-in-America-published.html

Nico

11-08-2011, 01:07 AM

msLinds

11-08-2011, 01:15 AM

Love it!!!!! Oh Sean...:xoxo:

I agree with you Nico.I love it to.

msLinds

11-08-2011, 11:59 PM

Liverpool Echo
November 8, 2011
Beatles suits up for US auction

Suits worn by the Fab Four are part of an auction being held on December 1 in Beverly Hills.Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney’s jackets and George Harrison’s A Hard Days Night suit will feature in the Julien’s Auction Show.Also on offer is a drawing by John Lennon during his “bed in” promotion of world peace.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-entertainment/the-beatles/the-beatles-news/2011/11/08/beatles-suits-up-for-us-auction-100252-29736967/

Rolling Stone Music
November 8, 2011
Exclusive Stream : Patti Smith and Tony Shanahan's 'Oh Yoko'
Listen to a live track from the annual John Lennon tribute concert in New York

The 30th Annual John Lennon Tribute, Live from the Beacon Theatre, NYC, a 15-track live album collecting highlights from the concert last year, will hit stores on November 15th. One of the standout tracks in the set is Patti Smith and Tony Shanahan's stirring rendition of "Oh Yoko," which you can stream here.

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/exclusive-stream-patti-smith-and-tony-shanahans-oh-yoko-20111108

Film Journal
November 8, 2011
Film Review : The Love We Make

Terrific star-packed documentary takes viewers onstage, backstage, into car-service back seats and onto New York streets with Paul McCartney just after 9/11 as he muses warmly and wisely and pulls together the landmark Madison Square Garden benefit rock concert that helped heal the country.

http://www.filmjournal.com/filmjournal/content_display/reviews/specialty-releases/e3i4960443ce7adc4e02d2a1caab0e78594

Drink Fly - Sean Lennon : 11-2011

http://drinkify.org/sean%20lennon

Flickrista
Interview With Fashion Photographer Curtis Eberhardt - ( I 'm not sure what the date of this interview is.But it has to be after 10/2011).

Another great shoot was shooting Charlotte Kemp Muhl for Soma magazine. She had been very successful when she was young and was in a slight holding pattern at the time I shot her. She was an amazing model and the great ones really are inspirational to work with. She has a tremendous range and again was willing to try anything that popped into my head. A few years later and her career took off again and she started making music with Sean Lennon that’s very good in their band The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger.

http://www.flickrista.com/interview-with-fashion-photographer-curtis-eberhardt

Charlotte Kemp Muhl - September 11, 2011

http://curtiscape.tumblr.com/post/10079831054/charlotte-kemp-muhl-soma-c-curtis-eberhardt

msLinds

11-09-2011, 01:07 AM

A update about the The Jacaranda Club

Liverpool Echo
November 8, 2011
Iconic Liverpool Beatles bar The Jacaranda Club goes bust

AN ICONIC Liverpool bar best known as the venue which first hosted The Beatles has gone into liquidation.Directors of The Jacaranda Club, in Slater Street, filed to wind up the business with Companies House on Friday after staff were allegedly told their employment was “finished”.A source told the ECHO staff were called into a meeting on Monday October 31 and told the popular city nightspot was “dissolved”.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/local-news//2011/11/08/iconic-liverpool-beatles-bar-the-jacaranda-club-goes-bust-100252-29736966/?campaign=Northwest_email_echonewsemail%3A20111108

msLinds

11-09-2011, 08:53 PM

Click Liverpool
November 9, 2011th
Anniversary of Brian Epstein discovering The Beatles in Liverpool

Beatles fans are celebrating the 50th anniversary of Brian Epstein's discovery of the band at The Cavern Club in Liverpool.The 9th of November 1961 saw The Beatles take to the stage at the now-famous club in their usual lunch time slot. Little did they know, the man who would be responsible for guiding them to international stardom was watching in the audience.It was a day that changed the course of music history and within two years Beatlemania had gripped the world.On his first impression of the band, Epstein said: “I was immediately struck by their music, their beat, and their sense of humour on stage.

http://www.clickliverpool.com/clocked/liverpool-music/1214719-50th-anniversary-of-brain-epstein-discovering-the-beatles-in-liverpool.html

Livepool Echo
November 11, 2011

When Brian Epstein met The Beatles: Peter Grant on an historic date in Liverpool's musical history

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/multimedia/the-beatles/video/2011/11/09/when-brian-epstein-met-the-beatles-peter-grant-on-an-historic-date-in-liverpool-s-musical-history-100252-29744683/

Koolradio.com
November 9, 2011
Fly On The Wall Audio Of Various Beatles Recording Sessions 1963-1964

From their audition session in June 1962 through August 1969 when all four members of The Beatles recorded together for the last time, Abbey Road was somewhat of a home away from home. Unlike most American record labels who destroyed most of their original session tapes, Abbey Road preserved theirs, securing a wealth of Beatles material that may or may not ever see the light of day. As an example of what Beatles material was preserved, here’s a two and a half minute montage sample of various studio talk, false starts and stops, adding up to a tantalizing sample of unheard audio, and whetting the musical appetite for more.

http://kool.radio.com/2011/11/09/fly-on-the-wall-audio-of-various-beatles-recording-sessions-1963-1964/

Guitar Player
November 2011
'From Liverpool to Abbey Road' Guitar Method Released by Alfred Music Publishing

Alfred Music Publishing now offers From Liverpool to Abbey Road: Standard Notation Edition, a unique beginning guitar method featuring Lennon and McCartney classics, arranged by L.C. Harnsberger and Ron Manus.Perfect for first-time guitar players, From Liverpool to Abbey Road: Standard Notation Edition is an easy-to-use method that teaches everything needed to start playing right away. Featuring 33 of the best-loved Lennon & McCartney songs, the method includes expert arrangements of their hit songs including “All My Loving,” “Eleanor Rigby,” “Hey Jude,” “Norwegian Wood,” “Penny Lane,” “Revolution,” “Yesterday,” and many more. This edition features only standard music notation to help you greatly improve your music reading skills. The arrangements in the book are carefully designed to reinforce new techniques, and include photos that clearly demonstrate proper finger position. The included CD features recordings of songs and exercises in the book, performed by Grammy award-winning guitarist Adam Levy.

http://www.guitarplayer.com/article/from-liverpool-to-abbey-road-guitar-method-released-by-alfred-music-publishing/6112

msLinds

11-09-2011, 10:41 PM

Examiner
November 9, 2011
Good Ol' Freda news update - with clock ticking down, success is imminent

November 9, 2011 – The clock is ticking down for Good Ol’ Freda, the Beatles documentary featuring Freda Kelly, National Secretary for the Official Beatles Fan Club during that fab decade we called the 60s. There are just 50+ hours left to make this a reality by 11-11-11, with 540 backers and $48, 906 now raised--and the numbers go up by the hour.With just a little over $1000 left to raise to meet their $50,000 minimum, The Freda People are already celebrating with just a touch of hand-wringing that speaks to the amount of campaigning and outreach programs that have been taking place to bring this film to reality.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/good-ol-freda-news-update-with-clock-ticking-down-success-is-imminent

Observer1994
October 9, 2011
Lennon NYC - DVD - Review

Lennon NYC a chronological and detailed documentary of John Lennon's life in New York, with wonderful footage from the Ann Arbor John Sinclair Benefit, and what appears to be, footage from the Attica Families Benefit at the Apollo Theatre. Also included is the period he spent out in Los Angeles. Great interviews with musicians and producers who knew him, as well as Yoko Ono, May Pang, Bob Gruen, Dick Cavett and others. John and Yoko's deep love for each other is very evident, all throughout this entire documentary

http://observer1984.blogspot.com/2011/10/lennon-nyc-dvd.html

myfoxla.om
November 8, 201
"Yesterday and Today" albums worth $1,000 & $500.

Whittier - Two rare copies of the rare Beatles album "Yesterday and Today" were stolen from a record store on Monday.A burglar broke into Lovell's Records and Tapes in Whittier early Monday morning and stole only two rare Beatles albums, according to shopkeepers.Police responded to take a burglary report once the damage and theft was discovered about 6 a.m., according to Whittier police.

http://www.myfoxla.com/dpp/news/local/rare-beatles-albums-stolen-20111108

msLinds

11-10-2011, 09:29 PM

Ecouterre
November 10, 2011
Ringo Starr Designs Timberland Earthkeepers Boot to Benefit WaterAid

Timberland is getting a little help from its friends—ex-Beatle Ringo Starr, to be precise. The shoemaker has announced the launch of “Canvas That Cares,” a new program to raise funds for charity through the auction of custom-designed Earthkeepers boots. The inaugural edition of 75 shoes will feature original “peace sign” artwork by Starr, along with a rare, personal signature from the notorious autograph-refuser.

http://www.ecouterre.com/ringo-starr-designs-timberland-earthkeepers-boot-to-benefit-wateraid/

LemonPatch
November 10, 2011
George Harrison's Sister Carries on Beatles Legacy

Louise Harrison's "Keeping Music Alive" program brings the Fab Four to life at schools across the country. The Liverpool Legends will perform at Lemont High School at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18.To millions of Beatles fans across the globe, Louise Harrison is referred to affectionately as "the flying mum."Harrison is the older sister of the late George Harrison, who — along with bandmates Paul McCartney, John Lennon and Ringo Starr — rose to worldwide fame with the Beatles in the 1960s.At the time, Louise Harrison was living in Illinois with her husband. Before the band made it big in the United States, she went from radio station to radio station, begging producers to play the Beatles' records.Now, nearly 50 years later, Harrison carries on her brother's legacy through a Beatles tribute band, the Branson, MO-based "Liverpool Legends." Since 2006, the band has been performing songs spanning the entire career of the Beatles, as well as the band members' solo years.

http://lemont.patch.com/articles/george-harrison-s-sister-carries-on-beatles-legacy

BBC New Liverpool
November 9. 2011
Beatles club in West Derby conservation area extension

Plans to extend the conservation area around West Derby village in Liverpool have been announced. The extension takes in Haymans Green which includes the building where The Casbah Club run by mother of former Beatle's drummer Pete Best was located.John Lennon, Paul McCartney and George Harrison played at the venue as both The Quarrymen and The Beatles.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-15679580

msLinds

11-11-2011, 10:13 PM

Everyone have a safe, positive and great weekend and take care.

Huffington Post
November 10, 2011
Why George Harrison Was Known as the Spiritual Beatle

The Beatles exist apart from my self. I am not really Beatle George. Beatle George is like a suit or shirt that I once wore on occasion, and until the end of my life people may see that shirt and mistake it for me." -- George Harrison. I was working as a musician in the 1970s, and very late one night during a recording session at Capitol Records, George Harrison just sort of wandered in and sat down to listen. Since he knew the producer of the session, he decided to stay for a "few minutes." We all sat and talked, drank a few beers, and sang background harmonies together... for the better part of five hours. I can report to you that the above quote depicts exactly how he showed up that evening. He was not wearing his Beatles identity, he was just a guy named George, hanging out like a kid with some of his buddies in a garage band.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dennis-merritt-jones/george-harrison-spiritual-_b_1080182.html

Examiner
November 11, 2011
Good Ol' Freda news: Success! $50k goal reached--pledges still needed

Congratulations are in order for Good Ol’ Freda, the upcoming Beatles documentary featuring Freda Kelly. Freda was National Secretary of the Official Beatles Fan Club for the entire decade of Beatlemania and she's ready to share her memories. Thanks to all you devoted Beatles fans, the project will proceed. The film has successfully reached its initial $50,000 pledge goal on Kickstarter as of last night, two days before the 11-11-11 deadline

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/good-ol-freda-news-success-50k-goal-reached-pledges-still-needed?CID=examiner_alerts_article

Looktothestars.org
November 11, 2011
Paul McCartney Supports Wild Animal Circus Ban

Following the announcement by the Crown Prosecution Service that it has agreed to take on the prosecution of Bobby and Moira Roberts in relation to the mistreatment of their circus elephant Anne, Animal Defenders International (ADI) is now calling for her plight to become symbolic of a UK wild animal circus ban. And Sir Paul McCartney has pledged his support to ADI’s campaign.“I hate to see wild animals in circuses,” said the Beatles legend. “It is heartbreaking to see these poor animals confined in small cages and carted around the country with little respect for their welfare and well-being. I have made my feelings known previously on this subject and I believe an outright ban is long overdue.”

http://www.looktothestars.org/news/7337-paul-mccartney-supports-wild-animal-circus-ban

Contact Musc
November 7, 2011
Charlotte Kemp Muhl. attends a promotional photocall for Maybelline during NY Fashion week. The girlfriend of Sean Lennon and spokesmodel for Maybelline cosmetics left boyfriend Sean at home sleeping while she worked. New York City, USA - 13.02.11.– 11.07.11

http://www.contactmusic.com/photo/charlotte_kemp_muhl_3206899

msLinds

11-12-2011, 08:19 PM

Campus Times
November 11, 2011
Yoko Ono advocates peace through art in Harris exhibit

Yoko Ono is one of the most polarizing figures in the history of the Beatles. Fans of the fab four always have an opinion on the wife of John Lennon, not all of them positive. However, Ono and Lennon’s philanthropy and their fight for peace cannot be disputed.Their peaceful philosophies have been encapsulated in the traveling exhibition “Yoko Ono: Imagine Peace,” which opened Monday at the Harris Art Gallery. The exhibit displays many of Ono’s trademark artworks, showcasing the heavy avant-garde conceptual style that she so often works with throughout her pieces. “Yoko is one of the most influential conceptual artists in the world,” said Dion Johnson, director of University art galleries. “Her work with John and the ideals it brings up like peace… is something very fundamental to the University.”

http://laverne.edu/campus-times/2011/11/yoko-ono-advocates-peace-through-art-in-harris-exhibit/

msLinds

11-13-2011, 11:19 AM

Blogcritics Music
November 12, 2011
Music Review: The Beatles - The Beatles with Tony Sheridan: First Recordings 50th Anniversary Edition

I admit, I’m very surprised to be so surprised by once again hearing the first tracks the Beatles laid down in Hamburg back in 1961 and '62. I can’t say how many times I’ve heard the eight songs produced by German bandleader Bert Kaempfert over the years, but I'd assumed I knew as much about them as any Beatles fan needed to know.I was dead wrong.

It’s rather strange to report that while other countries have enjoyed full collections of variant versions of these records for decades, it took 50 years for U.S. listeners to get an “official” package of songs which were intended to launch the career of British singer and guitarist Tony Sheridan. True, a two-CD set with the same eight tracks repeated over and over in often very similar mixes is likely to interest only collectors, completists, and musicologists. But when it comes to the Fabs, there are plenty of us around even if we’re likely to give this collection serious attention just once before filing it away for archival purposes.

http://blogcritics.org/music/article/music-review-the-beatles-the-beatles/

Radiotimes.com
November 12, 2011
How George Harrison split the Beatles
Biographer Hunter Davies remembers the Quiet Beatle - whose ambition was the real reason for the band’s breakup

George had been sitting for a long time cross-legged on the floor. He was putting new strings on his sitar while telling me about his spiritual life, about transcendental meditation, about reincarnation and stuff. I might well have been ever so slightly dozing off. This was 1968 and we were in his ranch-style bungalow in Esher, Surrey. George was in one of his more spiritual periods.

http://www.radiotimes.com/news/2011-11-12/how-george-harrison-split-the-beatles

The Telegraph
November 12, 2011
Abbey Road Studios celebrates 80 years of recording

Abbey Road Studios, the recording studio made famous by bands such as The Beatles and Pink Floyd, has celebrated its 80th birthday just a day after it was sold to a French-owned rival.

On November 12 1931, Abbey Road Studios officially opened its doors with Sir Edward Elgar conducting the London Symphony Orchestra playing Land of Hope and Glory.
Despite hosting a number of landmark recordings from artists such as Fred Astaire and Glenn Miller, it was not until The Beatles named their 11th studio album after the recording studio that it began to find worldwide fame.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music/music-news/8885811/Abbey-Road-Studios-celebrates-80-years-of-recording.html

The Guardian
November 11,2011
Universal Music's £1.2bn acquisition marks end of the road for EMI

The deal trumped an offer by rival company Warner Music and is the first part of the breakup of the British music major.Universal Music has triumphed in the auction of EMI's recorded music division, home to the Beatles, Coldplay and Tinie Tempah, tabling a knockout offer of £1.2bn ($1.9bn).The deal is about $500m more than that offered to owner Citigroup by rival Warner Music, which pulled out of the running a week ago, and marks the end of the road for the British company as a music major.Friday's sale is the first part of the break up of EMI, with the music publishing division tipped to go to a consortium led by Sony for about $2.2bn.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2011/nov/11/universal-music-acquisition-emi?newsfeed=true

msLinds

11-14-2011, 03:26 PM

Everyone have a safe, positive and great week and take care.

The Guardian
November 14, 2011
Researchers tell the history of the Beatles' music store

Liverpool university is launching a three year project on Rushworth's, and wants to hear from anyone who worked or shopped in its famous 'music house'Business history is too little celebrated, alas for the north, whose annals of industry and enterprise have often ended up on bonfires or skips.Occasionally that may have been because the management didn't want every jot and tittle of their financial dealings to see the light of day; but the result has too often been a lop-sided view of how money is made – the risks and challenges obscured by the rather more obvious rewards of firms which went on to success.

So hooray for Liverpool University which is launching a three-year research project into the port's music business Rushworth's, whose influence stretches from Oxbridge college organs to Paul McCartney's first guitar. The latter still needs absolute corroboration – the words 'is thought to have come from Rushworths in exchange for a trumpet his Dad had bought him' are usually used. But there is no doubt about John Lennon and George Harrison's Gibson J-160E guitars which the company imported specially from Chicago and handed over in 1962.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/the-northerner/2011/nov/14/rushworths-liverpool-music-store-paul-mccartney-beatles

The Telegraph
November 14, 2011
What next for The Beatles ?

During the acquisition of EMI by Universal, there has been much talk of the fantastic heritage of the label and its unsurpassed catalogue of world-beating artists which the new owners are keen to exploit. But it surely can’t have escaped anyone’s attention that the old owners have been exploiting this heritage quite remorselessly for much of the past twenty years.

I have already heard rumours of a huge campaign in 2012 for the 50th anniversary of The Beatles (who first signed to EMI in 1962). But what could there possibly be left to release from the most oversold back catalogue in history? For a group who broke up in 1969 insisting there was nothing left in the cupboard, The Beatles have subsequently put out quite a lot of “new” music, although very little of it is actually worth listening to more than once, mainly being dubious live recordings, demos and alternative takes.

http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/culture/neilmccormick/100057917/what-next-for-the-beatles/

msLinds

11-14-2011, 10:38 PM

NT News. au
November 14, 2011
Bargain Beatle artwork left unsold

A Print by John Lennon was one of more than 150 artworks to go under the hammer during a massive art auction held in Darwin at the weekend.But Framed gallery owner Anne Phelan was surprised an array of Beatles' memorabilia did not sell on Friday night.The print of a purple elephant was valued at $1650, but it was passed in after no one bid $800.Yesterday, Ms Phelan's phone was ringing with bidders who realised they had missed out on a bargain on Friday night.

http://www.ntnews.com.au/article/2011/11/13/272481_ntnews.html

New John Lennon tribute album to be released tomorrow

New York, NY -- Theatre Within announces the November 15th release of a live album chronicling the sold out, star-studded 30th Annual John Lennon Tribute, Live from the Beacon Theatre NYC. The 15-song release will be available digitally via iTunes, Amazon and other major online music outlets. Proceeds from the sales of the digital release will be shared with the Japanese Red Cross for its ongoing Earthquake/Tsunami Relief efforts."John would have loved that Theatre Within has produced a special live album of his songs to benefit the Japanese Red Cross and the people still suffering from the tsunami and earthquake," states Yoko Ono.

The 30th Annual Tribute took place November 12, 2010 at New York's legendary Beacon Theatre and featured an all-star line-up of musicians, spanning nearly four generations, each performing unique interpretations of classic Lennon songs, from his Beatles through solo years. The artists on the live album include Jackson Browne, Patti Smith & Tony Shanahan, Taj Mahal with Deva Mahal & Steph Brown, Aimee Mann, Keb' Mo', Joan Osborne, Martin Sexton, Shelby Lynne, Meshell Ndegeocello, Alejandro Escovedo, The Kennedys, Vusi Mahlasela, Rich Pagano and Playing For Change Band.

Martin Sexton whose rendition of "Working Class Hero," was called "chill-inspiring" by Billboard Magazine, said, "John has always been a hero of mine, not only for his musical brilliance, but for his life-long commitment to bringing peace and light into the world."Rich Pagano/Power To The People The Kennedys/And Your Bird Can Sing  Meshell Ndegeocello/God Alejandro Escovedo/Help! Shelby Lynne/Mother Martin Sexton/Working Class Hero Joan Osborne/Hey Bulldog Taj Mahal and Vusi Mahlasela/Watching the Wheels Keb' Mo'/In My Life Taj Mahal with Deva Mahal & Steph Browne/Come Together Bettye LaVette/The Word Aimee Mann/Jealous Guy Jackson Browne/You've Got To Hide Your Love Away Patti Smith and Tony Shanahan/Oh Yoko Playing For Change Band/Instant Karma

The Tribute drew critical raves from a wide variety of media. The Associated Press stated that "one couldn't help but think he (Lennon) would have thoroughly enjoyed himself," affording special praise to Joan Osborne for her "gritty, spirited rendition" of "Hey Bulldog," and Shelby Lynne for her "remarkably searing" cover of "Mother." Billboard praised Aimee Mann for her "beautifully understated rendition" of "Jealous Guy," while Rolling Stone noted Patti Smith and Tony Shanahan's "joyous acoustic sing-along" of "Oh Yoko." The New York Daily News gave special plaudits to Alejandro Escovedo for his "fascinating inversion" of "Help," turning this "statement of youthful desire into a desperate plea for intervention," and Bettye LaVette for her "gripping soul rave-up" on "The Word."

Theatre Within, a not-for-profit performing arts presenter dedicated to producing shows to benefit outstanding charities and important social causes, has produced The Annual John Lennon Tribute since 1981, shortly after Lennon's death. The Tribute is the longest running event of its kind and the only ongoing tribute show in the world to have earned the support of Yoko Ono.

Theatre Within also announces that its 31st Annual John Lennon Tribute will take place on Saturday, December 10, 2011, at Le Poisson Rouge. This year's lineup includes: Tribute alumni Steve Forbert, Bettye LaVette, Lucy Kaplansky, Rich Pagano, Richard Barone and first timers, Toshi Reagon and Ari Hest.

http://theatrewithin.org/

Cleveland.com
November 14, 2011
Now on DVD: John and Paul go solo in "Composing Outside the Beatles: Lennon & McCartney 1973-1980"

After the Beatles broke up, the four lads from Liverpool embarked on solo musical careers in the 1970s, with varying degrees of success. The in-depth, unauthorized documentary, "Composing Outside the Beatles: Lennon & McCartney 1973-1980," compares the efforts of former songwriting partners Paul McCartney and John Lennon as they try to find their footing on their own.Vintage clips and performances mix with recent interviews with experts. While no Beatles songs are heard, probably due to licensing issues, the film does feature a lot of their solo work, from Paul's "Live and Let Die" to John's "Mind Games."

http://www.cleveland.com/movies/index.ssf/2011/11/now_on_dvd_john_and_paul_go_so.html

ContactMusic
November 14, 2011
Sir Paul Mccartney - Mccartney Thrills Uae Fans With 35-Song Set

Sir Paul Mccartney thrilled fans at his first ever show in the United Arab Emirates (Uae) on Sunday (13Nov11) by playing a massive 35-song set.The former Beatle headlined the Yasalam 2011 festival in Abu Dhabi and he kicked off the concert with a rendition of The Beatles' Hello, Goodbye and performed several other classics, including Drive My Car, Blackbird and Back In The Ussr.MCCartney finished his main set with a rousing rendition of Hey Jude and he sent fans into a frenzy when he came back onstage for a three-song encore.

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mccartney-thrills-uae-fans-with-35-song-set_1260635

msLinds

11-15-2011, 10:35 PM

Variety
November 15, 2011
Rock royalty acts as one-man band
Music for Screens: Fall 2011

When it came time for writer/director Jordan Galland to give his friend and musical colleague Sean Lennon instruction on scoring his indie film, "Alter Egos," Galland recalls requesting "something that feels like 'Twin Peaks' at times and that feels like it's harnessing the power of 'The Dark Knight' at times."By then, Lennon adds with a laugh, Galland was already editing the comedy about superheroes who have fallen out of favor with the public, and "he'd just discarded 15 other cues that I'd worked on. And we only had four days to finish the score." Lennon wholeheartedly embraced the challenge, even taking up the gauntlet to write a new tune, complete with lyrics, after Galland told him he planned to license an old song. "Sean was like, 'C'mon man, we can totally write a song that sounds like it's from the '50s'," Galland says of their one co-write on the project.

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118045891?refCatId=16

Examiner
November 14, 2011
Apple Jam honors George Harrison in sell-out concert at Seattle's Triple Door

Seattle, Washington – George Harrison, the “quiet”Beatle, was honored Saturday night at the Triple Door in Seattle with a rousing and memorable concert by the popular Seattle tribute group Apple Jam. The concert was organized in remembrance of the tenth anniversary of Harrison’s death November 29, making this concert moving experience for fans in attendance.Tickets to this event were sold out over a month prior, and the venue was packed without a seat to spare. The Triple Door’s swank atmosphere offered nice seating, food and drinks. The stage set up featured a large life-size standup of Harrison surrounded by gnomes and sunflowers, paying homage to his estate at Friar Park and his love of gardening, as well as replicas of his favorite guitars. (see slideshow of photos)

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/apple-jam-honors-george-harrison-sell-out-concert-at-seattle-s-triple-door

msLinds

11-15-2011, 10:54 PM

You listen to a some of the songs on this new John Lennon tribute album on this link.

New York, NY -- Theatre Within announces the November 15th release of a live album chronicling the sold out, star-studded 30th Annual John Lennon Tribute, Live from the Beacon Theatre NYC. The 15-song release will be available digitally via iTunes, Amazon and other major online music outlets. Proceeds from the sales of the digital release will be shared with the Japanese Red Cross for its ongoing Earthquake/Tsunami Relief efforts.

listen here

http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/av/2011/11/album-stream-various-artists---the-30th-annual-joh.html

msLinds

11-16-2011, 04:23 PM

The Lost Beatles Show
November 2011
From Tony Bramwell " On The Road "

There was a wealth of media coverage for The Beatles in 1964. Everywhere they went, and practically everything they did was scrutinized and reported on the evening news and in every newspaper worldwide. To every rule there is an exception, here the exception is Las Vegas. It certainly is the lost and almost forgotten show by The Beatles.* However, they did play Las Vegas Live with two shows at the Convention Center, Las Vegas on* Thursday 20 August 1964. The first show was at 4:00 pm and the next later that evening at 9:00 pm.

http://www.tonybramwell.com/bramwell+news2.html

CTV News
November 16, 2011
McCartney letter offering drummer tryout fetches $55,400

LONDON — Christie's auction house says a handwritten letter from Paul McCartney offering a Beatles audition to a mystery drummer has sold for nearly 35,000 pounds (US$55,400). The note, found folded in a book at a Liverpool yard sale, offered an audition to someone who had advertised their availability in the Liverpool Echo newspaper four days earlier. The unsigned ad said simply: "Drummer--Young--Free." The letter was dated Aug. 12, 1960 -- two years before the band bounced drummer Pete Best in favour of Ringo Starr.

http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Entertainment/20111115/paul-mccartney-letter-drummer-tryout-111115/

CTV News
November 16, 2011
McCartney letter offering drummer tryout fetches $55,400

LONDON — Christie's auction house says a handwritten letter from Paul McCartney offering a Beatles audition to a mystery drummer has sold for nearly 35,000 pounds (US$55,400). The note, found folded in a book at a Liverpool yard sale, offered an audition to someone who had advertised their availability in the Liverpool Echo newspaper four days earlier. The unsigned ad said simply: "Drummer--Young--Free."The letter was dated Aug. 12, 1960 -- two years before the band bounced drummer Pete Best in favour of Ringo Starr.

http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Entertainment/20111115/paul-mccartney-letter-drummer-tryout-111115/

Nico

11-16-2011, 09:11 PM

MsLinds, I don't know if you knew this but that Tony Bramwell was walking around like this:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pXF9TcWVds4/TsRsmbNJK-I/AAAAAAAAJds/h1XHRycehaQ/s512/Picture%252520142.png

:mad: In a world filled with hatred and crime, for someone to walk around advocating more hatred for someone and be perfectly fine with demonstrating their approval of continuing the YOKO ONO BROKE UP THE BEATLES myth...well, I am ashamed of YOU Tony Bramwell. And your shirt sucks.
:nod:

msLinds

11-17-2011, 01:00 AM

Nico,I had no idea that Tony Bramwell was walking around with a teeshirt on like that. Or that he believes that Yoko Ono broke up the Beatles.What a ignorant,mean spirited, idiot he is then. His personal views on Yoko or about this subject means nothing to me.

I have a few new updates now.

Gibson Lifestyle
November 16, 2011
Maybe We’re Amazed: Paul McCartney’s Sensational Guitarists

Few artists have demonstrated a greater facility for scouting out great guitarists than Paul McCartney has. Having played in The Beatles, with one of rock’s finest lead guitarists and one of rock’s greatest rhythm players, Sir Paul no doubt entered his solo career with exceptionally high standards in mind. Although he’s often handled six-string duties himself – emphasizing songcraft over solos – his albums and live shows also have benefitted from contributions from exemplary rock-guitar craftsmen. The 10 players below rank among the best of those fortunate enough to have filled that role for the former Beatle

http://www.gibson.com/en-us/Lifestyle/Features/mccartney-guitarists-1116-2011/

Ultimate Classic Rock
November 15, 2011
Beatles Rare Autographed Single Sells for Five Figures on eBay

An autographed Beatles ‘Please Please Me’ Red Parlophone single sold on Ebay on Nov. 14 for approximately $12,720.00. This rarity was signed on the A-side by George Harrison and John Lennon while signatures from Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr were on the B-side of the record, which plays ‘Ask Me Why.’There are numerous reasons one might consider this such a rarity, and therefore worthy of a bid that equals the value of a nice used car in America. Firstly, it is one of only three known copies to surface from the signing session at NEMS on Jan. 24, 1963. Beatles autographs have also sharply risen in value over the past decade, especially if they are from the early part of their career and on their own records versus other paper artifacts.

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/beatles-rare-autographed-single-sells-for-five-figures-on-ebay/

News - Antique.com
Art , Antique and Collectibles News
November 16, 2011

Wikicollecting Top 10 Most Expensive Items of John Lennon Mermorabilia. As the “Bed Peace” placard from John and Yoko’s famous Montreal Bed-In in 1969 sells for £97,250, Wikicollecting presents a list of the ten most expensive items of John Lennon memorabilia ever sold.

http://news-antique.com/?id=801103&keys=john-lennon-beatles-memorabilia

The Guardian
November 16, 2011
Liverpool spending cuts threaten Beatles-themed Mathew Street festival

International festival and inward investment agency Liverpool Vision face axe as council slashes £102m from budget.Spending cuts in Liverpool could lead to the cancellation of an internationally renowned music festival and funding being withdrawn for the inward investment agency, Liverpool Vision.Only three years after its triumphant Capital of Culture year, the most deprived city in England is being hard hit by local authority cuts, with savings of £102m needed over the next three years. Both public and private sectors are feeling the pain. Councillor Joe Anderson, leader of Liverpool city council, said he had suffered many sleepless nights contemplating the cuts, including proposals to ditch the Beatles-themed Mathew Street music festival.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2011/nov/16/liverpool-cuts-beatles-mathew-street-festival?newsfeed=true

Nico

11-17-2011, 02:06 AM

Dodfather

11-17-2011, 04:43 AM

Did anyone in the UK see the excellent Martin Scorses documentary - Living In The Material World - on BBC2 this past weekend> Or has anyone elsewhere seen it? I watched both parts and was riveted. Scorsese usually makes great music documentaries, his Blues one is very good, but this was by far the best. Informative, moving, funny and with clips of so many great songs and performances.

Nico

11-17-2011, 11:22 AM

msLinds

11-18-2011, 03:32 AM

I didn't get to watch Dodfather the new George Harrison Documentary film yet.Because I have cable TV. But I don't get the TV channel Showtime.But I will be ordering online a copy of it on DVD soon.I am looking forward to watching it.Thanks Dodfather for stopping by here.Your welcome Nico.Everyone have a safe, positive and happy upcoming weekend and take care. I have a few new updates now.

Broadway World
November 17, 2011
Cirque Du Soleil Offers Backstage Access to the Beatles LOVE

Visitors doubling down this Holiday season weekend with a trip to Las Vegas will want to up the ante by experiencing a behind-the-scenes look at two of Cirque du Soleil's top shows - The Beatles LOVE at The Mirage and "O" at Bellagio. Provided by BestOfVegas.com - (owned and operated by parent company Entertainment Benefits Group) - these packages provide fans of Cirque du Soleil a level of access that has typically reserved for those behind the scenes as part of the production. The packages include a premium ticket and a special backstage tour for one of these hit Las Vegas shows, creating the ultimate Cirque du Soleil experience.

http://lasvegas.broadwayworld.com/article/Cirque-Du-Soleil-Offers-Backstage-Access-to-the-Beatles-LOVE-20111117

Entertainment and Stars
November 17, 2011
George Harrison and India: The Real ‘Magical Mystery Tour’

It’s hard to believe that we are coming up on the tenth anniversary of the tragic death of George Harrison.The former Beatle’s passing -- at the premature age of 58 from lung cancer on Nov. 29, 2001 -- came less than three months after the monumental 9-11 terrorist attacks, which may have somewhat overshadowed the importance of his untimely demise.

http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/251345/20111117/george-harrison-beatles-india-hinduism-lennon-mccartney.htm

The Guardian
My favourite film: Backbeat
In our writers' favourite film series, Paul Owen explains why the Beatles bromance between John Lennon and Stuart Sutcliffe strikes a chord.

Backbeat tells the story of the Beatles' pre-fame Hamburg days, focusing on Stuart Sutcliffe, the band's magnetically sexy original bassist, and his relationships with John Lennon and the beautiful and exotic German photographer Astrid Kirchherr. It's a great premise, and director and co-writer Iain Softley tells the tale with all the smart dramatic pacing, period detail and musical verve you might hope for. But, perhaps more surprisingly, he also creates a complex and emotionally sophisticated portrayal of love, friendship and attraction.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/filmblog/2011/nov/17/my-favourite-film-backbeat?newsfeed=true

Scotsman
Edinburgh Evening News
November 18, 2011
Exhibition says oh yes to Ono’s work

It may not look like much more than a postcard with a hole in the middle.But the work by John Lennon’s widow Yoko Ono is one of 50 pieces of artwork selected for a special exhibition depicting beauty.Beholder is a collection that is being brought together under one roof at the Talbot Rice Gallery at Edinburgh University until February and features unique interpretations on what is considered beautiful.The idea came from the gallery’s principal curator Pat Fisher, who wanted to do something to mark the 300th anniversary of the birth of philosopher David Hume, who had very specific ideas about the perception of beauty.Ms Fisher wrote to colleagues in galleries across Scotland inviting them to suggest their own ideas for pieces that would fit the bill, with the result being a vast range of items from across the world, including Ono’s A Hole To See The Sky Through, which was selected by Kate Gray of the Collective Gallery in Edinburgh.

http://www.scotsman.com/edinburgh-evening-news/edinburgh/around-the-capital/exhibition_says_oh_yes_to_ono_s_work_1_1971196

msLinds

11-19-2011, 01:42 PM

Deathandtaxsmag
November 18, 2011
Interview: Ravi Shankar on His Last Conversations with George Harrison

Ten years after his death, something feels right in knowing the last communication George Harrison had with friend and mentor Ravi Shankar was without words.Known early on as the quiet Beatle, Harrison was also the youngest of the four and arguably his group’s most musically mature force. For years he kept quiet when the others dismissed his songwriting, and only seemed to become outspoken following those stormy “Let It Be” sessions that forever fractured the band. Still, his contributions, though few when stacked against the long and winding Lennon/McCartney catalog, stand as some of the Beatles’ most revered work. There was “Something,” and “While My Guitar Gently Weeps.” But it was Harrison’s Indian influence by way of sitarist Shankar that served as a catalyst for the Beatles’ latter half — and another beginning for popular music. Harrison and Shankar let their music do much of the talking as Harrison’s health declined and eventually claimed him on November 29, 2001.

http://www.deathandtaxesmag.com/161719/interview-ravi-shankar-on-his-last-conversations-with-george-harrison/

Huffington Post
November 18, 2011
Beatles Genesis: Backbeat Rocks London's West End (VIDEO)

How does one credibly portray the greatest rock 'n' roll band of all time without benefit of their recorded music? In 1994, British director Iain Softley released Backbeat, with Ian Hart as John Lennon, Stephen Dorff as Stuart Sutcliffe (Lennon's best friend and a fleeting band member), and Sheryl Lee (Twin Peaks) as Astrid Kerchheer -- a Hamburg photographer who famously shot the Beatles and whom Sutcliffe left the band for.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/michael-kurcfeld/beatles-genesis-backbeat-_b_1097877.html

msLinds

11-20-2011, 01:28 AM

Tokyohive
November 19, 2011
Kuwata Keisuke to perform at “Dream Power John Lennon Super Live” for the first time

It’s been confirmed that Kuwata Keisuke will be making a special guest appearance at the charity concert, “Dream Power John Lennon Super Live“, which will be held on December 8th at Nippon Budokan.“Dream Power John Lennon Live” is an yearly charity concert held on the anniversary of John Lennon’s death. Various artists who respect John Lennon gather and raise money to build schools for children around the world. This will be the first time Kuwata will participate in this event.With Kuwata added to the guest list, a total of 20 people from 12 groups, are scheduled to make appearances. Additionally, for the first time, John Lennon himself will make an ‘appearance’ using a computer imaging technique. He will perform “Gimme Some Truth” as a special collaboration with Okuda Tamio, Yoshii Kazuya, and*Saito Kazuyoshi.
Check out the full guest list below!

Artists: Ono Yoko / Kuwata Keisuke / Okuda Tamio / Yoshii Kazuya / Saito Kazuyoshi / LOVE PSYCHEDELICO / BONNIE PINK / Sunny Day Service / ROY (THE BAWDIES) / OVERGROUND ACOUSTIC UNDERGROUND

MC: Yanai Michihiko Narration: Anne Voice: Sugawara Bunta

http://www.tokyohive.com/2011/11/kuwata-keisuke-to-perform-at-dream-power-john-lennon-super-live-for-the-first-time-2/

Newbury today UK
November 20, 2011
John Lennon interview sells for £2,000

A RARE John Lennon interview in which the former Beatle reveals his suspicions that his telephone was being bugged by the American Government
has been sold at a West Berkshire auction.

http://www.newburytoday.co.uk/News/Article.aspx?articleID=18421

Time News Feed
November 18, 2011
John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Peace Poster Sells for $154,000
London-based Christie's auctioned off the sign as a part of its Rock and Pop Memorabilia sale.

If you’re a protester down at Occupy Wall Street, a peace sign won’t get you much (though it might spare you from getting pepper sprayed). If you were the family auctioning memorabilia off at Christie’s on Nov. 15, however, a peace sign got you plenty. We’re talking $154,000 kind of plenty.The peace sign that was auctioned was the famous placard that read “Bed Peace” from John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s 1969 “bed in” in Montreal. The sign was taped to the window above their*Queen Elizabeth Hotel bed where the couple stayed for seven straight days. The former Beatle and his wife staged the event as a non-violent act of protest in the name of peace during the Vietnam War.

http://newsfeed.time.com/2011/11/18/john-lennon-and-yoko-onos-peace-poster-sells-for-154000/

RTT News
November 11, 2011
Beatles-Inspired Music Fest In Liverpool May Be Called Off Next Year

A music festival paying tribute to the Beatles in their hometown of Liverpool, England may be called off next year due to drastic austerity measures throughout the U.K. Liverpool's annual Mathew Street Music Festival has become a haven for Beatles fans but may be axed this year due to its £900,000 annual price tag.Supporters of the festival argue that it brings an estimated £17 million into the area's economy. According to Liverpool City Council leader Joe Anderson, it's a special year to remember the Beatles, but the cost could be too high in this economy:

http://www.rttnews.com/Content/EntertainmentNews.aspx?Section=2&Id=1765273&SM=1

Stereoboard
November 18, 2011
Julian Lennon Joins Boy George, Pete Townshend & The Feeling For Princes Trust Rock Gala Concert

Julian Lennon, whose solo album 'Everything Changes' was released in October of this year, and features the single 'Lookin' 4 Luv', is set to perform at the Prince's Trust Rock Gala next week, alongside Boy George, Pete Townshend and The Feeling. The gala, one of the biggest fundraisers in The Prince’s Trust calendar, is key to raising vital funds for the charity’s work with disadvantaged young people.

http://www.stereoboard.com/content/view/169006/9

http://www.princes-trust.org.uk/support_us/events/rock_gala_2011.aspx

msLinds

11-20-2011, 12:35 PM

Rocksucker
November 18, 2011
Interview: Deerhoof (part 2)
Here is part 2 of Rocksucker's interview with Deerhoof founder member/songwriter/drummer/producer/keyboardist/occasional singer and guitarist Greg Saunier. Click here to read part 1.

How was your Iceland show with Plastic Ono Band? Did Ringo make an appearance?

No, not that I know of! He probably did guest on some performance within the last two years. Obviously Plastic Ono Band is going to be a big event, so the shows that they’ve set up over the last few years have been infrequent, each one a crazy bonanza, a total freak-out with guests coming on. When they played LA, Clapton showed up, Lady Gaga did a song: maybe Ringo played on that one. There weren’t too many celebrity appearances at the Iceland show. tUnE-yArDs came out and did a cover of a Yoko Ono song as a kind of encore, then Yoko came out and started singing with her. It was just so cool.

Sean Lennon was in the group too, Nels Cline from Wilco, Yuka Honda from Cibo Matto, two members of Cornelius and the bass player was Charlotte Kemp Muhl, a model for Maybelline. But I’m a huge celebrity of course so it was pretty much centered around me! Seriously though, I did have a really amazing Ringo-related experience. I had no idea how any of the songs went and neither did some of the other guys – there was this amazing trumpet player called CJ whom I’d never met before – so we had an eight-hour rehearsal on one day and a shorter rehearsal the next day. Yoko wasn’t there for it but she did turn up at the end of the eight-hour rehearsal to see if things were going okay. She walks in surrounded by three handlers who if they even heard Yoko sniffle would go running for boxes of tissues – it was just incredible! – and there was obviously a power struggle between her and Sean.

It’s a really amazing dynamic and it’s really funny. It’s like, Sean will have already planned and rehearsed something, he’ll tell her what it is and she’ll be like, yeah, but I think we should do it this other way. Then Sean’ll say, yeah, we could do that, but we haven’t rehearsed that and if we do it that way then it’s going to be harder for you to sing and you might blow out your voice. She’ll say “okay, okay, okay” and sort of acquiesces with Sean, which is really funny to see. Sean’s saying to her, “Don’t sing so hard, we don’t want you to blow out your voice; the show’s tomorrow so save your voice,” and all day he’s saying to us, “Guys, don’t turn up too loud, Yoko doesn’t like it when the band’s too loud, it kind of freaks her out and she can’t sing loud over all that noise. You’ll have to keep it under control and do something silent; you know, she’s really into silence, really into space.”

Then she gets there and she wants to run through a song called “Waiting For The D Train” which is just me, Sean playing guitar and Charlotte playing this bassline. There was another drummer there, Yuko from Cornelius, totally amazing, but she wasn’t playing on this song so it was just me. It’s really stripped down but we go into the song and I’m playing totally as hard as I can, sweating and putting every ounce of energy into playing completely wildly, not holding it down, not making it something easy to play along with, not taking any of the advice that was given to me! We get to the end and she’s just completely screamed her voice out, hasn’t followed the advice either. It was really intense and she was obviously really into it.

http://jonnyabrams.blogspot.com/2011/11/interview-deerhoof-part-2.html

msLinds

11-21-2011, 10:00 PM

Guitar World
November 21, 2011
Beatles Special: Holiday 2011 Issue of Guitar World Magazine is Available Now

The new issue is a Beatles special that offers an in-depth look at the making of every Beatles album, with insights and commentary from Beatles producer George Martin, engineer Geoff Emerick and many others. From Please Please Me to Abbey Road (Remember, it was recorded after Let It Be), you’ll get the stories behind the greatest songs from the albums and the techniques used by the Fab Four. That’s more than 40 pages of detailed history for 13 albums.
Features in this issue include:

• Dear Guitar Hero: Featuring Fleetwood Mac lead guitarist Lindsey Buckingham.
• Judas Priest: K.K. Downing’s sudden departure nearly destroyed Judas Priest. Glenn Tipton and Priest’s new guitarist, Richie Faulkner, tell how the group climbed back from the abyss.
• Soundcheck: Fender Super-Sonic 100 head, Epiphone ’61 Reissue Casino 50th Anniversary hollowbody electric guitar, Gretsch G6136STL Silver Flacon, Vox Night Train, and much more!
• Tabs include "I Will" and "Something" by The Beatles, "Custard Pie" by Led Zeppelin, "Shake Me Down" by Cage The Elephant and "I'm Made of Wax, Larry, What Are You Made Of?" by A Day To Remember.

http://www.guitarworld.com/beatles-special-holiday-2011-issue-guitar-world-magazine-available-now

Contact Music
November 21., 2011
Liam Gallagher - Liam Gallagher's 'Mega' Beatles Film
Beady Eye rocker Liam Gallagher has promised his Beatles film will be ''mega''.

Liam Gallagher has promised his Beatles film will be "mega".The Beady Eye rocker is working on a movie about the British musical legends, and although he hasn't cast anyone or secured rights to use the group's music, he thinks fans will enjoy the biopic.He said: "It's not started yet but it's going to be mega. Script's finished, we're just waiting to tie things up with Apple to see if we can use some of their tunes. And then we'll be able to see what kind of actors we want to get. But it's gonna happen, definitely, next year."

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/liam-gallaghers-mega-beatles-film_1264181

Liverpool Echo
November 21, 2011
Plaque unveiled to mark the Beatles connection with historic New Brighton Tower Ballroom

PLAQUE marking 50 years since the Beatles played at New Brighton’s former Tower Ballroom was unveiled by the man who brought the legends to the venue.The Beatles played at the Tower 27 times and even performed to their largest audience on mainland Britain there during the early days.Curator of the Merseybeat Museum at Fort Perch Rock, Doug Darroch, said the anniversary event had “exceeded all our expectations” and added: “We had people from all over the country come along and it’s been a great day all round.”

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/in-the-mix/2011/11/21/plaque-unveiled-to-mark-the-beatles-connection-with-historic-new-brighton-tower-ballroom-100252-29812641/

NME
November 22, 2011
Morrissey, Beatles muse Shelagh Delaney dies aged 71

Playwright provided inspiration for tracks by The Smiths and the Fab Four
Morrissey and The Beatles' muse, the writer Shelagh Delaney, has died aged 71.According to CBSNews, Delaney died at her daughter's home after a battle with cancer just a few days prior to her 72nd birthday. Morrissey – who grew up close to Delaney's hometown of Salford, Manchester – has often paid tribute to the playwright by referencing works from her canon in his lyrics throughout his career in tracks such as 'Reel Around The Fountain'. The Smiths' song 'This Night Has Opened My Eyes' borrowed its narrative from Delaney's first play 'A Taste Of Honey', while her face also appears on the cover of the band's 1987 compilation album 'Louder Than Bombs'.The Beatles, meanwhile, were also fans of Delaney and showed their appreciation for her by recording their own version of the theme from the 1961 film adaptation of 'A Taste Of Honey'.

http://www.nme.com/news/the-smiths/60520

msLinds

11-22-2011, 02:58 AM

Guitar World
November 21, 2011
A Guide to 12 Acoustic Guitar-Based Tracks on The Beatles' 'White Album'

From the earliest days, the Beatles prominently featured the acoustic guitar on their recordings.Whether used as a rhythm instrument ("Love Me Do," "P.S. I Love You," "You've Got to Hide Your Love Away") or in a more ambitious context ("And I Love Her," "Michelle," "Norwegian Wood"), the acoustic was always an integral and interesting part of the group's sound.But on The Beatles, the 1968 double album universally known as the "White Album," the band elevated the acoustic guitar to an even higher plane. In addition to such bona fide acoustic masterpieces as "Blackbird" and "Julia," the record features a whole slew of songs that contain no electric guitar whatsoever.

http://www.guitarworld.com/guide-12-acoustic-guitar-based-tracks-beatles-white-album

msLinds

11-23-2011, 02:12 AM

Blogs Critics
November 21, 2011
Would the Real Drummer on "Please Please Me" Please Please Stand Up ?

Most Fab Four fans are aware that "Please Please Me" was the Beatles' second 7” single release in the UK, and arguably their first number one record. The track, along with its flip side "Ask Me Why," was recorded on November 26, 1962, exactly 49 years ago this week. We all know that the single featured the now familiar line-up of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr on drums, and followed the shaky start of their debut UK single "Love Me Do."

http://blogcritics.org/music/article/would-the-real-drummer-on-please1/

Huffington Post
November 22, 2011
The Night the Beatles Met Elvis - the Greatest Gig You Never Saw

A world where 'celebrities' clamour for media attention like orange-hued Oliver Twists around a bowl of camel foot-infused gruel, here's a salutary lesson from some genuine superstars.Please, please me by allowing me to take you back to one night in 1965. The 27 August, in fact, and it was an august night indeed, for this was the night when the King of Rock'n'Roll met the monarchs of Merseybeat for the first, and only, time. But - gasp - the media was banned. No photographs or recordings were made of this momentous night, which included an impromptu jamming session, far less any twisting or shouting about it. Lawdy, Miss Clawdy."If there had been, they'd be priceless today," Tony Barrow tells me. He was the Beatles' press officer between 1962 and 1968, and one of the few witnesses to that memorable get-together. "It's a terrible shame that a unique jam session has been lost forever."

http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/victoria-gooch/the-night-the-beatles-met_b_1100417.html?ref=uk

Carnegie Hall.org
November 22, 2011
The Beatles Hidden Gallery Limited Edition Posters

Starting on Saturday, The Beatles Hidden Gallery exhibit at Zankel Hall will be open to the public 10:30 AM—12:30 PM for four consecutive Saturdays through December 17.If you cannot make it to the exhibit, don't worry; you can purchase one of four limited edition prints from photographer Paul Berriff from the Shop at Carnegie Hall.

http://www.carnegiehall.org/BlogPost.aspx?id=4294982544

The Guardian
November 22, 2011
London Olympics uniform inspired by Grenadier Guards and the Beatles

Outfits to be worn by volunteers and organisers have a military theme, with colour-coded epaulettes to identify different groups. The Olympics uniforms to be worn by 70,000 volunteers and 6,000 staff next summer are influenced by the Grenadier Guards, the Beatles and Henley regatta, according to London 2012 organisers.The Adidas outfits for the so-called Games Makers and London organising committee staff unveiled on Tuesday have a vaguely military theme, with colour-coded epaulettes to identify different groups, and large coloured cuffs.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2011/nov/22/london-olympics-uniform?newsfeed=true

msLinds

11-23-2011, 08:03 PM

I hope everyone and their friends and family tomorrow has a safe, positive and great Thanksgiving day,take care.

Sean Lennon is Yoko's musical director, guitar player and member of her band.The tickets go on sale this friday, 11/26.

YOKO ONO PLASTIC ONO BAND will be appearing at Flaming Lips’ New Year’s Eve Freak Out #5, two shows December 31 and January 1 at Coca Cola Bricktown Events Center in Oklahoma City.
Coca Cola Bricktown Events Center
425 E California
Oklahoma City, OK

http://www.okctickets.com/e/8034/newyearsfreakout5theflaminglipsyokoonoplasticonoband/

http://www.ticketstorm.com/event/newyearsevefreakout5theflaminglipsyokoonoplasticonoband/cocacolabricktowneventscenter/oklahomacity/8032/

http://www.ticketstorm.com/event/newyearsdayfreakout5theflaminglipsyokoonoplasticonoband/cocacolabricktowneventscenter/oklahomacity/8033/

http://www.brewerentertainment.com/index.php

These are the first photographs and video's that are just starting to get posted online.I will post any other video's of Julian performing when they get posted online later.Its being reported on Jules official Facebook page.That it was great performance of songs by him and he got the first standing ovation of the evening.

Julian Lennon attends the Prince's Trust Rock Gala 2011 at Royal Albert Hall on November 23, 2011 in London, England.

Julian Lennon interview at the Prince's Trust Rock Gala 2011‬
Julian chats to Adrian Hieatt from Absolute Radio

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjCS0z8oScM

George and I at Princes Trust watching Julian Lennon‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wEGb-qGK5I&feature=youtu.be&a

Julian Lennon attends the Prince's Trust Rock Gala 2011 at Royal Albert Hall on November 23, 2011 in London, England.

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/3wTuBaOQaVW/Prince+Trust+Rock+Gala+2011+Red+Carpet+Arrivals/YPj6tma3lag

Nico

11-23-2011, 08:25 PM

OMG!!! Look at all the Julian goods you've given us MsLinds! :wavey: You're the best!

I really, really wish I could go to the POB concert though...:distress: We all know it's going to be EPIC. Ugh, sigh...one day I'll go to one! Very soon.

msLinds

11-24-2011, 02:50 AM

Your welcome Nico.I'm glad to be of help.I promise to be posting more video's of Julians performance at the Princes Trust Concert as soon I see them online.I understand how you feel about wanting to go to that POB performance.But you will get to see Yoko and Sean and POB band one day.Have a great Thanksgiving and take care.

Ken Michaels Radio
11/2011

The Radio World of Ken Michaels  Ken's Beatles Show "Every Little Thing" is back on the air.* Read about it here!  
Hear my interview with guitarist Andy Timmons discussing his tribute album to the Sgt. Pepper album, and the band's recording of 'Being For The Benefit Of Mr. Kite"

http://www.kenmichaelsradio.com/

Washington Examiner
November 23, 2011
Classic Albums Live musicians take the stage to pay homage to the Beatles

Imagine being a 50-something rock and roller and being able to hear all the great albums you grew up with performed exactly the way they were originally recorded. Now, picture your parents sitting in the hall with you because they, too, loved a lot of the same great bands of the '60s and '70s rock era. Then there are your kids, to whom you taught a deep respect for the genius of the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and the Who.There they are -- the typical audience demographics -- one great throng of the pre, post and Woodstock generation gathered together whenever and wherever the musicians of Classic Albums Live perform. This Friday evening the masses come together at Strathmore to experience the Beatles' Abbey Road.

http://washingtonexaminer.com/entertainment/music/2011/11/classic-albums-live-musicians-take-stage-pay-homage-beatles

The Guardian
November 23, 2011
Liverpool's world heritage status threatened by dockside development

The £5.5bn Liverpool Waters scheme has reportedly been criticised by Unesco team.Unless radical changes are made to a plan to build a series of skyscrapers along Liverpool's famous waterfront, the city could lose its world heritage status, according to a delegation of inspectors from Unesco.It is a fate that Liverpool is keen to avoid as the world heritage status places the city that spawned the Beatles alongside the Pyramids and the Great Wall of China. It is crucial to marketing the city to visitors.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2011/nov/23/liverpool-world-heritage-status?newsfeed=true

The Beatles at their Best
A Documentary project in New York, NY by Shaun Phillips
November 2011
About this project

My name is Shaun Phillips and my film is “The Beatles at their Best. It’s the true story of early years of the Beatles. The time before Ringo Starr joined the group. The time when Stu Sutcliffe played bass and Pete Best was the drummer.They played the dance halls of Liverpool England & Hamburg Germany and, according to their leader John Lennon, this is when the Beatles were at their best.Comprised almost exclusively from photos, video clips and interviews found on the internet, many only recently available, this documentary will be an entertaining and informative re-examination of the facts behind the making of the most popular musical group in history. It will be the true story you've never heard, about the band you thought you knew everything about. Many people learned more about Sutcliffe from the 1994 feature film “Backbeat”, but Best’s story has never really been properly told. Few appreciate the significant contribution he, the Best family and the Casbah made in helping the Beatles go from an unwanted and out of work drummer less trio into the most popular group the world has ever seen.

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1007868331/the-beatles-at-their-best

msLinds

11-24-2011, 03:21 AM

Julian Lennon - " Stand By Me "- Princes Trust Rock Gala 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oix2Ms-4WIo

JOSS STONE, BOY GEORGE, JULIAN LENNON ETC BOWIE 'HEROES' COVER @ PRINCES TRUST GIG

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB4JvFx0-hY

msLinds

11-24-2011, 03:39 AM

Julian Lennon at Prince's Trust Rock Gala 2011 - After Party - Inside

http://wireimage.com/ItemListings.aspx?cbi=2257&igi=539583&nbc1=1

msLinds

11-24-2011, 02:47 PM

Happy Thanksgiving everyone.I hope you all have a safe, positive,enjoyable and great day.

Examiner
November 24, 2011
Thanksgiving Day radio marathon to feature 15 hours of Beatles

Starting at 7 a.m. ET (4 a.m. PT) on Thanksgiving Day, Shawn Henderson will play the entire Beatles catalog from A to Z on the Portsmouth Community radio station WSCA-FM (106.1) in Portsmouth, N.H. The station estimates the marathon will last roughly 15 hours.*Henderson will broadcast the show live. You can hear it on FM locally or streaming online at wscafm.org.

http://portsmouthcommunityradio.org/listen

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/thanksgiving-day-radio-marathon-to-feature-15-hours-of-beatles

The List
November 23, 2011
Benji Boko teams up with Yoko

Electronic musician Benji Boko was delighted to be able to collaborate with Yoko Ono on a project inspired by director Ridley Scott's movie 'Life in a Day'.Benji Boko was delighted to be able to collaborate with Yoko Ono.The electronic musician allowed the Japanese artist to be the main feature of a project featuring a number of artists from around the world, which he worked on after being inspired by director Ridley Scott's 2011 documentary movie 'Life in a Day'.He said: "SoundCloud and I hooked up via my press team and inspired by Ridley Scott's 'Life In A Day' film we created a project allowing people from all around the world to send us sounds. This was made into a piece of music, in one day."Yoko caught wind of it and wanted to be involved so we gladly obliged and gave her the main feature on the track."

http://www.list.co.uk/article/38960-benji-boko-teams-up-with-yoko/

Photographs for Playing Fashion Magazine
11/2011
I just shoot Sean Lennon.

Recently PLAYING FASHION magazine asked me to shoot several gig pictures for them. I don't really do event photography that often, yet when I learned who the gig was by, I didn't have slightest doubts ! John Lennon and Yoko Ono son -- eccentric, amazing Sean Lennon.

http://jascanka.blogspot.com/2011/11/i-just-shot-sean-lennon.html

Examiner
November 23, 2011
New Ringo Starr album coming in January

Unconfirmed reports say Ringo Starr's new album, with the very quiet title of "Ringo 2012," will be released in the U.S. on*Jan. 24 on Hip-O Select Records.The record has been in the works for some time and was first mentioned earlier this year. But this is the first mention of a possible release date.*Ringo Starr and the All-Starr Band just completed a 10-date tour of Mexico and South America. In September, we reported Ringo was considering another tour of the U.S.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/report-new-ringo-starr-album-coming-january

msLinds

11-25-2011, 05:18 PM

Everyone have a safe, positive and great upcoming weekend and take care.

Tico Times
November 25, 2011
John Lennon statue unveiling Friday

A sculpture of The Beatles’ John Lennon (1940-1980) will be inaugurated today in front of the Soledad Church in downtown San José, according to
San José Mayor Johnny Araya. The ceremony will take place in the plaza in front of the church at 6 p.m.

http://www.ticotimes.net/Current-Edition/Top-Story/John-Lennon-statue-unveiling-Friday_Friday-November-25-2011

Liverpool Daily Post
November24, 2011
Festival can sing out for Liverpool

WHAT John Lennon began, the Liverpool Sound City music festival now intends to continue, in the best interests of our entire city region.The ex-Beatle’s decision to set up home in New York arguably helped to establish a vibrant and meaningful relationship between the Big Apple and Liverpool which has been maintained to this day.When the city was devastated by the attack on the Twin Towers in 2001, Liverpool officials ensured that New York was left in no doubt about how deeply Merseysiders were sharing in their pain.Now the Sound City festival is to hold a sister event in New York, which will provide a magnificent shop window for all that Liverpool has to offer, while, hopefully, Stateside entrepreneurs may well have their eyes opened as to the business opportunities so readily available on Merseyside for transatlantic visitors waving fistfuls of dollars. In these trying times, Liverpool must be grateful for every chance of seizing a business advantage. The US, of course, has its own well-documented financial problems, but there are still many enterprises over there bound to be attracted by a city echoing to the sound of The Beatles and many other class musical acts besides.

http://www.liverpooldailypost.co.uk/views/liverpool-daily-post/2011/11/24/festival-can-sing-out-for-liverpool-92534-29831607/

BH Beat.com
November 25, 2011
Local book unearths untold history of The Beatles and Bournemouth

A Bournemouth-based writer has published a book about the Beatles and their connections with the town.Nick Churchill, whose first musical memory was singing along to the band’s I Wanna Hold Your Hand, worked to compile a collection of memories, images and reports which would form the book named Yeah Yeah Yeah: The Beatles & Bournemouth.He met with Dave Robinson, owner of Bourne Beat hotel, and the owner of one of the largest collections of music memorabilia on the south coast.

http://bhbeat.com/17630/local-book-unearths-untold-history-of-the-beatles-and-bournemouth

The Daily Reporter
November 24, 2011
‘Beatles 1966: The Beginning of the End’ concert to be presented in Marshall

As is tradition on the Saturday following Thanksgiving, the Franke Center will host an acoustic concert featuring the music of The Beatles including the album Revolver in its entirety as well as the complete performance of an album released only in the U.K. called A Collection of Beatle Oldie but Goldies. This year the date of the show is Nov. 26. Tickets for the 8 p.m. show are $15 for adults and $7.50 for students. Join this celebration of the music of John, Paul, George and Ringo with acoustic renditions of songs from 1966, a year that has sadly been called: The Beginning of theEnd of The Beatles. Jim Oliver and friends, armed only with acoustic guitars, will recreate the aura and sound of the Fab Four through an ominous phase of The Beatles’ phenomenal history. The show takes you on a tour of number one hits, album cuts and B-sides starting with "Yesterday” released on March 4, 1966 and ending with "*I Want To Hold Your Hand ", a tune that originally appeared in 1964 and was included on The Beatles' first greatest hits package released in the UK on Dec. 10, 1966.

http://www.thedailyreporter.com/entertainment/arts/x153445277/-Beatles-1966-The-Beginning-of-the-End-concert-to-be-presented-in-Marshall

Music Radar
November 25, 2011
Classic interview: Paul McCartney talks acoustic guitar, 2004

The following interview was conducted in 2004 and first published by Guitar World Acoustic, then later as part of The Guitarist Book Of Acoustic:"Yesterday," sings Paul McCartney, "all my troubles seemed so far away." It is the Ed Sullivan Show, and as his fellow Beatles wait in the wings, Paul does it on his own with nothing but an Epiphone Texan acoustic guitar and an off-screen string quartet.

http://www.musicradar.com/news/guitars/classic-interview-paul-mccartney-talks-acoustic-guitar-2004-515780

Daily Mail
November 25, 2011
Google's got it covered: Rock 'n' roll history is just a click or two away as Street View captures the locations of iconic album photos

Google Street View has proven itself to be a handy tool - it can be used for everything from scouting out a travel destination to simply seeing if a restaurant or bar is worth visiting.Now there's a new use for the feature: music lovers can track down their favourite album cover locations.Sean Yeaton from vice.com painstakingly looked up the locations of ten iconic album covers, matching the orientation of each with the best images Street View could provide. He admitted it was a bit geeky but said it could also be very rewarding. Some were easy to find - after all, there are heavy clues about where to look in the titles of the Beatles album Abbey Road, or Eric Clapton's 461 Ocean Boulevard.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2066114/Google-Street-View-captures-locations-iconic-rock-album-photos.html

Nico

11-25-2011, 06:31 PM

MsLinds, I saw some of the videos of Julian and I loved his performance of "Saltwater" the most. What did you think?

Also, I REALLY want a new Sean or The GOASTT album!!! Right now!!!

Are you doing anything different/special on December 8th this year? I'm probably just going to celebrate John by breaking out all his flawless/untouchable music and watching LennonNYC and Nowhere Boy. Keeping it simple this year!

msLinds

11-27-2011, 05:23 PM

I think Nico it was a great performance by Julian.I do wish he would perform and sing some of his other songs sometimes more often from this other older albums.He needs to get out and tour and make more public appearances to promote his new album.I know its been posted online.That Sean and Charlotte are working on a new music CD.That will be titled, " Victorian Cyborg " ,unless that gets changed later on by them.So hopefully that will be released in the near future by The Goastt.As for the anniversary of John's assassination this coming December 8th.I will listen to some of John's music and also light a candle for him at home. As I allways do every year on that date. Also send out my Pagan prayers and love and positive energy out to him and his wife Yoko and for Sean and Julian and for all everyone that loved him.Everyone have a safe, positive and great week and take care.

Huffington Post
November 27,2011
John Lennon To-Do List Up For Auction

Another day, another trivial Beatles artifact up for auction. We've had the tooth, the drummer letter and the cardboard sign. Now we add arguably the most revealing of items -- the to-do list, belonging to one John Lennon.The list is up for auction on Gotta Have Rock and Roll, a site devoted to the sale of rock and roll memorabilia that previously sold Lennon's Talisman necklace for $528,000. The to-do list comes with a comparatively moderate price tag -- the minimum bid stands at $3,000, and it's estimated to go for $4,000 to $5,000 when the auction opens Wednesday.So what did Lennon deem list-worthy? Number one on the list was letting the H.B.O. guy in between 3-5 -- this one has a star next to it so it must be important. Number two was getting his Thor Heyerdahl book back from Sam Green -- with an X next to it so it's safe to say Lennon and the book were reunited. It's also safe to say that Lennon was a diligent list-maker, considering he changed pens to write the X in a satisfying, bright red. He lists more books, presumably to buy, putting back Sean's mattress, marmalade, making sure both cars have full tanks of gas, and other wonderfully mundane items.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/11/27/john-lennon-to-do-list-auction_n_1114902.html

Examiner
November 22, 2011
EXCLUSIVE: John Lennon's hidden years explored in unpublished graphic novel

Some years ago, Thom Donovan, an artist and a longtime Beatle fan living in Boston, had the inspiration for a project about John Lennon."About 6 years ago, I began what has become a huge project focusing on the private life of John Lennon in his last years," he said. "I had read 'The Last Days of John Lennon' by Fred Seaman, John's PA [1979-80], and many other books that contained personal anecdotes, travel routes, photos, art and music he produced during this period and other obscure details.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/exclusive-john-lennon-s-hidden-years-are-basis-for-artist-s-planned-comic-book

Easy Fashion Paris Blog
November 25, 2011
Sean Lennon & Charlotte

http://easyfashion.blogspot.com/2011/11/sean-lennon-charlotte.html

Daily Mail
November 27, 2011 - photographs

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2066876/Sean-Lennons-girlfriend-wears-animal-hat-David-Arquettes-half-opts-panda-ears.html

Charlotte Kemp Muhl - model photograph
November 20, 2011

http://iloverunways.tumblr.com/post/13069274759/charlotte-kemp-muhl-marie-

Claire - UK - model photograph

http://ineedsex.tumblr.com/post/13323877728/fashionfaves-charlotte-kemp-muhl

msLinds

11-28-2011, 12:59 PM

Brand Channel
November 27, 2011
The Beatles' Beloved Cavern Club Sues Hard Rock Cafe

England’s Cavern Club, the Liverpool nightclub revered by fans of the Beatles for launching the Fab Four in their homeland, slapped the Hard Rock Café International
with a lawsuit Sunday in Las Vegas alleging trademark infringement.

http://www.brandchannel.com/home/post/2011/11/27/Cavern-Club-Sues-Hard-Rock-112711.aspx

Huffington Post
November 27, 2011
Paul McCartney's 2011 Tour 'On The Run' Begins In Bologna, Italy

Sir Paul McCartney is back to where he's always belonged: on the stage, rockin' it.The former Beatle and Rock N' Roll Hall of Famer made the first stop on the European leg of his "On the Run" tour in Bologna, Italy on Saturday, thrilling fans with hits new and old. The tour was announced following his October marriage to Nancy Shevell; an 11-stop event, it follows his summer "On the Run" concerts at stadiums across America and a stop earlier in November to perform at the Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi.The tour will continue on through most of December, touching down on Paris, Russia and London before finishing in his hometown of Liverpool.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/11/27/paul-mccartneys-2011-tour_n_1114886.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+HP%2FEntertainment+%28Entertainment+on+The+Huffington+Post%29

WCBS FM New York
November 2011
From Awesome to Strange: Beatles Auction Items [Photos]

A previously unseen photograph of the first US performance of The Beatles at the Washington Coliseum in 1964.A Christie’s auction house employee holds a previously unseen photograph of the first US performance of The Beatles at the Washington Coliseum in 1964 during the press view of the forthcoming sale of ‘The Beatles Illuminated: The Discovered Works of Mike Mitchell’ in central London, on June 10, 2011. The photograph is expected to fetch between GBP 1,200-1,800 (dollars 2,000-3,000 or euros 1,370-2,050 ) when it is auctioned in New York on July 20, 2011. AFP PHOTO / CARL COURT (Photo credit should read CARL COURT/AFP/Getty Images)As arguably the most influential and popular band to grace our ears over the past half century, The Beatles are sure to have had some interesting items up for auction. From rare finds like a lyrics sheet for their song “Hey Jude” (in Paul McCartney‘s handwriting!), to wacky tie hangers (wacky, but practical for today’s businessman), many items have been up for bid for a pretty penny or two… or three… or thousand(s).CLICK through the gallery to see many of the amazing/crazy items that have been put up for auction!

http://wcbsfm.radio.com/2011/11/16/from-awesome-to-strange-beatles-auction-items-photos/#photo-1

msLinds

11-28-2011, 11:55 PM

Liverpool Echo
November 28, 2011
Liverpool to mark 10 years since George Harrison’s death

Ten years since George Harrison died, *Liverpool will unite to celebrate his life.Across three events tomorrow, the city will commemorate the former Beatle, who died of lung cancer on November 29, 2001.“Liverpool will pay a special musical tribute to its beloved son throughout the day,” said organiser Denise Theophilus.There will be a short Liverpool Cathedral at 11.30 am.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-entertainment/the-beatles/the-beatles-news/2011/11/28/liverpool-to-mark-10-years-since-george-harrison-s-death-100252-29853635/

The Jersey Journal
November 28, 2011
'Quiet Beatle' left a legacy: Letter

On Nov. 29, 2001, the world bid a sad farewell to a second member of the legendary "Fab Four," George Harrison, who succumbed to cancer. Although George Harrison has been labeled "the Quiet Beatle," his artistic efforts spoke in extremely loud volumes that simply cannot be ignored.George Harrison is best remembered for his work with the Beatles, recording pop standards such as "Something" and "Here Comes the Sun." He was one of the first to introduce Indian influences and instruments to Western music. Harrison also had a deep social awareness side to his music and projects. His song "Taxman" bitterly complained about abusive tax systems and the toll they take on democratic governments. George's Concert for Bangladesh in 1971 raised $243,418.50 for the United Nations Children's Fund to provide relief for the youngsters of refugees caught in the turmoil of political disorder and devastating floods. Of course, George Harrison worked on other worthwhile projects that enhanced social consciousness.

http://www.nj.com/hudson/voices/index.ssf/2011/11/quiet_beatle_left_a_legacy_let.html

BBC News Liverpool
November 22, 2011
Liverpool Beatles guitar store Rushworth's researched

In his small 1950s council house the 14-year-old Liverpool schoolboy had persevered with learning the trumpet.He tirelessly practised his C scale on the instrument, a birthday gift from his father, but he wanted to sing and play at the same time and decided that what he really needed was a guitar.Fortunately for Paul McCartney, his father had bought the trumpet from Rushworth's, a Liverpool store that was then Europe's largest music house, and somewhere that would allow him to exchange the instrument for a £25 German guitar."The story goes that he couldn't play it because he was left handed so he had to turn the strings round the other way", Jonathan Rushworth, great-great grandson of Rushworth's founder recalls.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-15783375

Paid Content.UK
November 28, 2011
Covering UK' s Digital Media Economy
Rolling Stone Releasing Beatles’ Guide For iPad; Mag Apps Coming In ‘12.

Rolling Stone magazine will release an iPad app companion this week for its The Beatles: The Ultimate Album-by-Album Guide book this week, as its parent Wenner Media prepares to launch full digital magazine replica apps on the Apple (NSDQ: AAPL) tablet next year for its flagship title and US Weekly.

http://paidcontent.co.uk/article/419-rolling-stone-releasing-beatles-guide-for-ipad-mag-replicas-coming-in-1/

Nico

11-29-2011, 12:47 AM

George's 10th anniversary is upon us. :distress::( I am all tears and sadness. I will be watching the new doc and playing nothing but George's music from his outstanding box collection. I love him with all my musical heart. He was my original favorite Beatle, and he left us all a tremendously beautiful musical legacy. Right now I will leave this post with a George spam in his honor...

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Thank you George. For everything you gave this world, not least of which your AMAZING musicianship and songwriting, your deadpan humor and wisdom, and your deep, endless, and unwavering quest for the spiritual beauty in everything. I adored, still do, and miss you very much. Always.

msLinds

11-29-2011, 02:20 AM

Thanks Nico for posting all the beautiful photographs of George and the video's.I will be sending out my Pagan prayers for him tomorrow and for his wife Olivia and Dhani to. I understand and know its hard not to be sad tomorrow.But I'm sure that George would want us to be positive and happy and celebrate his life and not just be sad tomorrow.I have one more update tonight.Everyone have a safe and positive tuesday and take care.

Whitehot Magazine
whitehot | November 2011: Yoko Ono: IMAGINE PEACE at the University of LaVerne
Yoko Ono: IMAGINE PEACE University of La Verne Harris Art Gallery
November 7 - December 15, 2011

While technically not a part of the Pacific Standard Time family -- which occupies some five dozen venues and explores art made in LA from 1945-80 -- this timelier than ever exhibition fits right in. It is cut from the same zeitgeist-cloth of action, Fluxus, installation, durational performance, political engagement, appropriation of mass communication media strategies, and empathetic conceptualism that defines the best of what PST has to offer. Although it originated at the University of Akron, curated by Kevin Concannon and John Noga with Ono’s active and ongoing involvement, the laid back insistence of its homemade aesthetic, its emphasis on direct action, soul of humor, and preponderance of documentation of fleeting non-object works -- not to mention the centrality of its anti-war message -- belong as much to the history of mid-20th century Los Angeles as anywhere.

The exhibition has a feeling of complicity and continuity, though it is comprised of areas of work by Ono and Lennon operating as solo artists and as a couple in the 1960s -- *including installations of John and Yoko’s Year of Peace that are designed to help visitors spread the message of love and peace through the distribution of ephemera, like the iconic black and white IMAGINE PEACE buttons; and also includes a selection of Ono’s recent solo works. Among the latter -- and among the most powerfully communicative objects in the show -- is her over-sized chess board, Play it By Trust. Recalling Ono’s penchant for painting everyday things white in order to refocus our perspective on their universal and symbolic qualities, the board is a visceral reminder that it’s impossible to fight an enemy who is indistinguishable from yourself. Moreover, that we are all ultimately connected, the same, rendering the fundamental adversarial stance of war absurd and untenable.

http://whitehotmagazine.com/articles/imagine-peace-at-university-laverne/2421

Nico

11-29-2011, 02:36 AM

Thank you MsLinds! I will do my utmost to be happy and remember all the beauty and love George brought into the world. My thoughts are also with Olivia and Dhani. :)

msLinds

11-30-2011, 01:55 AM

Calgary Sun
November 29, 2011
Beatle’s sister pens tell-all book
Louise Harrison opens up about the Fab Four

George Harrison’s sister Louise is to break her silence for the first time by releasing a tell-all book about life with the Beatles legend.The late guitarist, who died 10 years ago on Tuesday, was one of four siblings, and for years Louise has been urged to pen a tome detailing her experiences growing up with the star.Now she has finally relented and put together a book featuring her memories of the rocker, letters, and never-before-seen photographs from her family album.And she's adamant her work, due for release in 2012 or 2013, will go some way to dispelling the "myths and fantasies" surrounding the story of the Fab Four.Louise, who lives in Branson, Missouri, tells the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, "So much garbage has been written about George and the Beatles. Half of the stuff has been written by people who spent maybe an hour on a plane with the Beatles. Now I think it's my duty to get the truth out.

http://www.calgarysun.com/2011/11/29/beatles-sister-pens-tell-all-book

RT.com
November 29, 2011
Ex Beatle to bring all his loving to Moscow

Listen to what the man said, especially if it is his majesty Sir Paul McCartney confirming his highly-anticipated live gig in the Russian capital in mid-December.The iconic 69-year-old singer once promised he could “work it out” and has kept his word to the Russian organizers of his concert, scheduled for December 14.According to his Moscow managers, “the scale of the show can be verified by the number of the personnel, the amount of equipment, the quality of state-of-the-art light, sound and lavish scenery.”Apart from tons of stage equipment, the former Beatle is also set to bring to Moscow the new Mrs. McCartney, Nancy Shevell. The 51-year-old American brunette is rumored to be three months pregnant.

http://rt.com/art-and-culture/news/paul-mccartney-beatles-gig-487/

Music News.com
November 29, 2011

George Harrison remembered ten years on
Ten years ago today, George Harrison lost his battle with lung cancer at the age of 58, ending one of the most influential musical lives ever led.Harrison gained a reputation for himself as 'the quiet Beatle', often preferring to leave the spotlight to his more vocal band mates. During this time, however, he was the songwriting master behind some of the most highly regarded songs of the band's career including 'While My Guitar Gently Weeps', 'Here Comes The Sun' and the cheeky stab at the tax department who were, at the time, taxing the band 95% because they found themselves in the top earners in the country, 'Taxman'.'When you think about it, the four egos, it's amazing they did anything because they're all very strong people,' producer George Martin said in a BBC Radio Documentary on Harrison.

http://www.music-news.com/shownews.asp?H=George-Harrison-remembered-ten-years-on&nItemID=46390

Music Radar
November 29, 2011
George Harrison's 10 greatest Beatles songs
A video tribute to "the quiet Beatle"

Yes, of course, George Harrison was "the quiet Beatle," in as much as anybody in that seismic quartet could have really been regarded as such.While the tag might have been one of perspective - John and Paul were the frontmen with outsized personalities, and Ringo, well, he was Ringo! - it was, in fact, the furthest thing from the truth when looking at the impact that George Harrison, that lovely lad with the beautifully sculpted face and impossibly cool hair who also played some pretty darn fine guitar, had on this world.No, one really couldn't be "quiet" to garner the attention of the then-teenaged John Lennon and Paul McCartney with his version of Raunchy, an audition of which gained his entree into a combo that would become The Beatles.

http://www.musicradar.com/news/guitars/george-harrisons-10-greatest-beatles-songs-516316

msLinds

12-01-2011, 02:10 AM

John Lennon annual candlelight memorial next week in Hollywood
November 30, 2011

Fans of John Lennon and the Beatles will place candles and flowers around Lennon's Hollywood Walk of Fame star next week, on Thursday, December 8, 2011, the anniversary of the 1980 tragic death of the late legendary singer, songwriter, peace activist, and Beatles member.The free-to-the-public gathering will take place from 6:00 PM until 8:00PM in front of the Capitol Records Tower Building where Lennon's star is located, at 1750 N. Vine Street in Hollywood, California. John Lennon and Beatles songs will be performed at the event. Fans are invited to give public tributes at the open mic. Event organizers say the gathering is meant to be more a time for celebrating John's life and music than a time for mourning.The event is being sponsored by the peace group. For further information, email [email protected]

Liverpool Echo
November 30, 2011
Liverpool marks a decade without the quiet Beatle George Harrison

Liverpool remembered George Harrison 10 years after the former Beatle lost his battle with cancer.Flags flew at half mast at the Town Hall and St George’s Hall to commemorate the death of one of its most famous sons.The centrepiece of the day was a free concert at St George’s Hall, celebrating George’s life through music. It was organised by Denise Theophilus, along with Bill Heckle from Cavern City Tours and Liverpool city Council.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-entertainment/echo-entertainment/2011/11/30/liverpool-marks-a-decade-without-the-quiet-beatle-george-harrison-100252-29867087/

Clash Music
November 30, 2011
Noel Gallagher / Paul Mc carney catch Up

Noel Gallagher has revealed that he recently met up with Paul McCartney backstage before a show in Milan.It's no secret that Noel Gallagher is a fan of the Beatles. During his spell in Oasis, the songwriter even went as far as to hire Zac Starkey - Ringo Starr's son - to sit in on drums. So when the guitarist found that he was in Milan at the same time as Sir Paul McCartney, Noel Gallagher couldn't resist attempting to meet up with his long time idol.

http://www.clashmusic.com/news/noel-gallagher-paul-mccartney-catch-up

What Sells Best
October 18, 2011
Secret Beatles Ticket Fetches $7,278

This early Beatles rehearsal ticket sold for $7,278 on eBay, but a secret could keep others (owning the same ticket) from ever discovering its value.The Ticket was distributed by CBS for a Beatles rehearsal prior to their performing on the Ed Sullivan Show in Miami, Florida, (Deauville Hotel, February 16, 1964). The show was their second performance scheduled, on their first trip to America.The seller's eBay listing stated; " This ticket is for their afternoon rehearsal show at 2:30 pm. there were only a few hundred fans (and tickets) for this show and today, the ticket stubs are among the rarest of all beatles concert tickets in existence."

http://www.whatsellsbest.com/news-stories/2011/11/beatles-ticket.html

Soul Culture
November 30, 2011
Topman launches Generation online magazine | Style News

Topman has long been a go to high street retail outlet that seems to cater for many peoples tastes, but now they are changing things up a little piece. November 30th sees the launch of Generation; a multi-platform monthly online editorial, which will feature stories, opinions, culture guides and multimedia extras, headed by former Dazed Digital editor John-Paul Pryor.  Covering more than just fashion, it will move into film, music and art with the help of writers from NME and other well established magazines, with the first issue featuring interviews with Yoko Ono, Seth Rogen, The Chapman Brothers, Perry Farrell, Miranda July.,, Kirstin Dunst and Mary Chain.Designed by M&C Saatchi., the magazine will be accessible via a link on the Topman site – look out for the launch.

http://magazine.topman.com/issue-0/yoko-ono/

msLinds

12-01-2011, 01:50 PM

Here is also some short video's and photographs on what Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl and the Plastic Ono Band have been working on.
With Wayne Coyne of the Flaming Lips. on his Twitter page.

‪Plastic Ono Band Collaborating On Flaming Lips' Christmas EP ?‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=feWDY__3VUA&feature=player_embedded

http://psychexfutureheart.wordpress.com/2011/11/24/war-is-over/

http://www.mobypicture.com/user/waynecoyne/view/11371627

https://twitter.com/#!/waynecoyne

Mail Online
December 1, 2011
She loves you! Yoko Ono flies in from New York to watch Queen open Museum of Liverpool

The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh traveled up to Liverpool today to officially open a new museum that honours the city.One of the biggest draws of the Museum of Liverpool promises to be the exhibits dedicated to the city's most famous export, The Beatles. John Lennon's widow, Yoko Ono, also attended the opening.There was a hush in the main hall as the Queen arrived. She smiled widely as she shook hands with Yoko - who had flown in from New York especially - and the Japanese philanthropist later raved about their meeting.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2068685/Yoko-Ono-flies-New-York-watch-Queen-open-Museum-Liverpool.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

msLinds

12-02-2011, 01:47 AM

ABC News
December 1st 2011
Beatle John Lennon Threatened in Extortion Plot, Says FBI

FBI files released today reveal that long-time Beatle John Lennon and his family were targeted in a $100,000 extortion plot in 1977, three years before Lennon’s murder. “WE ARE THE TERRORISTS THE FALN PUERTO RICAN INDEPENDENCE MOVEMENT,” a letter dated Nov. 29, 1977, announced. “This letter is a positive (THREAT) to your life. …” The letter demanded that Lennon leave $100,000 in “a strong package” with the ” clerk” by the front entrance of “Dakota House,” in New York City, where Lennon, Yoko Ono and their son lived at the time. It was the first in a series of letters – all in fractured English – that threatened the singer and his family with kidnapping or death if the demand for $100,000 was not met.“You have exact nine day’s from (sic) the date of this letter to decide & to get the money,” the letter instructed. It also warned Lennon not to contact the FBI or the police, “So don’t try to play any trick to us because we are good preparedly for it.”An internal FBI memo also released today shows Lennon did, in fact, go to the Bureau.

http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2011/12/beatle-john-lennon-threatened-in-extortion-plot-says-fbi/

Liverpool remembers John Lennon with vigil at Peace Monument
December 1st 2011

Beatles and Lennon fans from all over the world will make their way to Liverpool next Thursday to mark the anniversary of John Lennon's death with a candlelit vigil taking place at the city's European Peace Monument dedicated to John.The vigil will take place at the European Peace Monument dedicated to John Lennon at the Echo arena Liverpool, Kings Dock, Liverpool Waterfront on Thursday, December 8, 2011, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. This will be the second year that the city has marked the occasion at the Peace Monument.The annual peace vigil is being organised by Liverpool's award-winning Beatles Story, the attraction responsible for bringing the European Peace Monument to Liverpool.

Examiner
December 1, 2011
Famous jackets and suits of Elvis Presley and The Beatles for sale in auction

Today, the Icons and Idols Auction from Julien's Auctions in Beverly Hills starts a four-day run. The auction features items personally owned by the most famous music and film stars including Elvis Presley and The Beatles.A black leather jacket once owned by Elvis Presley has an estimated value of $10,000 to $12,000. The jacket was designed by Fred Segal exclusively for Elvis and has a label that reads "Exclusively Designed for Elvis Presley by Fred Segal." Elvis wore the jacket in the mid-60s and then gave it to friend and Memphis Mafia member, Joe Esposito, in 1971.Two of The Beatles stage suits, one worn by John Lennon and the other worn by George Harrison, are also included in the auction, each with an estimated value between $10,000 and $15,000. Both suits were made by D.A. Millings and contain the company label.

http://www.examiner.com/elvis-presley-in-national/famous-jackets-and-suits-of-elvis-presley-and-the-beatles-for-sale-auction

Liverpool Echo.UK
Dcember 2, 2011
Fifth Beatle Stuart Sutcliffe’s former Huyton stomping ground Park View school facing axe

Fifth Beatle Stuart Sutcliffe’s former school could be bulldozed as part of controversial council plans.Knowsley council is proposing to close Park View primary in Huyton where bassist Sutcliffe, synonymous with The Beatles’ Hamburg heyday in the Sixties, was a pupil between 1946-1950. More than 1,000 people have signed petitions to save Park View amid a perceived “lack of consultation” and fears for teachers’ jobs.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/local-news/2011/12/02/fifth-beatle-stuart-sutcliffe-s-former-huyton-stomping-ground-park-view-school-facing-axe-100252-29880499

Daily Mail
December 2, 2011
'I wasn't flippin' invited!': Macca's wedding snub for friend of 50 years Cilla Black

Despite a friendship of more than 50 years, Cilla Black has revealed that Sir Paul McCartney did not invite her to his third wedding.Sir Paul wed American heiress Nancy Shevell in October and invited stars including fellow Beatle Ringo Starr, Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood and model Kate Moss to the reception at his North West London home.Miss Black, 68, who started her career at Liverpool’s Cavern Club at the same time as the Beatles, used street slang to joke: ‘No. I was NFI’d – not flipping invited! I was away at the time actually, but it would have been nice to have been asked.’

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2068874/Paul-McCartneys-wedding-snub-friend-50-years-Cilla-Black.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

msLinds

12-02-2011, 08:07 PM

Everyone have a safe and great weekend and take care.

Pasadena Star News
December 2,2011
John Lennon's sketches on display, for sale in Studio City

Before he was a Beatle and political activist, John Lennon was an artist.Many of his later works relating to love, peace and life with wife Yoko Ono and their son, Sean, are on display and for sale in the exhibition "The Art of John Lennon," opening today and continuing through Sunday at the Love Champ Gallery in Studio City.The free-admission show features many limited-edition prints of Lennon's trademark pen-and-ink drawings from the 1960s and '70s."He had a gift for a quick sketch that created a lot of meaning, and when people come to the exhibition they'll definitely get a sense of Lennon through his artwork," says Paul Jillson, owner of Pacific Edge Gallery in Laguna Beach and co-curator of the traveling exhibition.

THE ART OF JOHN LENNON
What: A major exhibition of the Beatles' pen and ink drawings. Where: Love Champ Gallery, 12215 Ventura Blvd., Studio City.
When: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. today and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
Admission: Free.
Information: 949-494-0491.

http://www.pasadenastarnews.com/ci_19450392

The Times of India
December 3, 2011
Yoko Ono coming to Delhi with art show

NEW DELHI: John Lennon had once described his wife as the "world's most famous unknown artist. Everybody knows her name but no one knows what she actually does". That is about to change as Yoko Ono, who has long been defined by her status first as a Beatle wife and then widow, gets ready for her first show in India. Yoko Ono, an avant-garde conceptual artist, has visited India with Lennon before but has never exhibited in the country. Now in a show, being billed as one of the hottest events to hit the capital's art circuit, the 78-year-old will not only bring some of her cutting-edge works but also create a special installation for India. "I love India and the contribution it has made to philosophy and music," Ono told TOI in an email interview. The show titled 'Our Beautiful Daughters' is being organized by Vadehra Gallery and will be held in Delhi from January 12.

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/Yoko-Ono-coming-to-Delhi-with-art-show/articleshow/10965120.cms

Yoko Ono meets the Queen‬ open Museum of Liverpool

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUiEmSEBwz0

msLinds

12-03-2011, 12:41 PM

" Shine on Volume One" gives the gift of hope through the musical talent of world class artists who have performed original songs, written and arranged by world class professionals.The project is inspired by the Tyler Foundation, a charity offering a variety of programs to support children with cancer in Japan and their families. Since the earthquake and tsunami which devastated north-eastern Japan on March 11, 2011, the Tyler Foundation has been utilizing its deep expertise in treating stress to help children in these areas recover psychologically.Shine On! Songs Volume One is an album of 12 original songs, which is distributed both digitally and physically for sale and donations. We feel this is an excellent way to cultivate awareness for our cause and spread a positive message to people all over the world.

Children of the World
Music and lyrics by Julian Lennon,Nick World

Nick Wood and Julian Lennon initially released this song as the main theme for a film called “Coo”. Upon becoming involved in the project, Nick realized the message within this song, the melody, and the concept behind the lyrics are more relevant today than they were when he and Julian initially wrote it. It has been especially been rerecorded for this album.

http://www.shineonsongs.org/

http://www.shineonsongs.org/artists/

http://nickwood.jp/?p=1806

Heritage magazine
December 2011
Auction Preview — Entertainment Memorabilia: Beatles' Autographs

All Band Members And Brian Epstein Signed Envelope After Returning From Historic Appearances In The United StatesOn July 10, 1964, the Beatles flew in to their hometown of Liverpool for a civic reception in their honor at Liverpool Town Hall. The band had left for their first U.S. appearances earlier that year, capped by their historic appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show.In Liverpool, the boys didn't know what to expect as they walked down the steps of their plane to pose for photographs. In their entourage was manager Brian Epstein and David Jacobs, one of England's top television presenters and host of Juke Box Jury, a program the Beatles had appeared on several times.

http://www.heritagemagazine.com/articleArchive.php?article=142-beatles

Macca Blog
December 2, 2011
Band on the Run Nominated for a Grammy

The 2010 Deluxe Edition release of Paul McCartney & Wings’ classic album Band on the Run has been nominated for a Grammy Award in the category of ‘Best Historical Album’.

http://www.maccablog.com/en/n-bandontherunnominatedforagrammy-8711.html

Express
December 3, 2011
SIR PAUL MCCARTNEY NO BIG SPENDER

BABY, he’s a rich man, with an estimated fortune of £475million – but it seems Sir Paul McCartney isn’t one to splash the cash.When he phoned from Germany for an interview with Absolute Radio earlier this week presenter Geoff Lloyd was surprised to find that the former Beatle, had reversed the call charges.

http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/287540/Sir-Paul-McCartney-no-big-spender

The Globe and Mail
December 2, 2011
Stop pushing meat, McCartney tells French

Sir Paul McCartney has come out in support of French vegetarians.In a statement issued by the French Vegetarian Association, the former Beatle expressed his disapproval of a regulation controlling food served in school canteens. The release says the regulation “legally obliges [students] to consume products of animal origin.”The statement quotes Sir Paul saying: “The French Government’s recent decree effectively enforcing the consumption of animal products in public institutions is a backward step for France. It goes against the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union by prohibiting individuals’ right to express their beliefs.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/arts/music/stop-pushing-meat-mccartney-tells-french/article2258508/

msLinds

12-04-2011, 12:21 PM

Tulsa World
December 3, 2011
Flaming Lips promise epic New Year's Eve Freakout shows in OKC

Just wanted to add that The Flaming Lips and Plastic Ono Band will perform side-by-side sets. This is an idea the Lips first tried out this summer with Weezer. I was at both of those shows and it made for a very interesting concert flow. I imagine it will work great at the freakout, as the Plastic Ono Band's music will contextualize the Flaming Lips and vice versa...Also, The Flaming Lips will perform classic John Lennon covers with Sean Lennon and other members of The Plastic Ono Band at the Freak out, and at midnight they will sing "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" with Yoko (more at - [psychexfutureheart (d0t) wordpress (d0t) c0m (backslash) freakout5tickets]) Speaking of which, besides "The Fear Litany," for the past few days the Plastic Ono Band have also recording "Brain of Heaven" and a re-recording of "Atlas Eets Christmas" with The Flaming Lips. These are presumably for the Lips' December release and one of which is possibly a holiday sequel to the Plastic Ono Band's 1971 classic "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" (details at [psychexfutureheart (d0t) wordpress (d0t) c0m 2011/11/24/ war- is- over])

http://www.tulsaworld.com/profile/tabs/comments.aspx?id=235316

Examiner
December 3, 2011
Third time's a charm, too: Minnesota Beatles Project Vol. 3 CD a winner

Singing Beatles songs and doing something nice for education is a winning combination. "The Minnesota Beatles Project, Vol. 3," does both in one neat package.*The Project, produced by Vega Productions, has, for three years running now, put out CDs with homegrown covers of Beatles songs, with all proceeds going to Minnesota education. It's *collaborative effort with the Minnesota music industry to provide support for music and art programs in Minnesota public schools.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/third-time-s-a-charm-too-minnesota-beatles-project-3-a-winner

I wanted to post this older article that I found.Because its a interesting article about the different Guitars John and Beatles used

Premier Guitar
January 2010
Epiphone Inspired by John Lennon Casino Electric Guitar Review
Epiphone recreates a Beatles classic: John Lennon's Casino

Guitar for the Fabs. Many pickers my age started playing guitar because of The Beatles. Even if we have gone down different musical roads, we can still look back at how cool we thought those four lads from Liverpool were. There’s even a whole book devoted to just their gear (Beatles Gear by Andy Babiuk). Several of their instruments became very popular because of their association with The Beatles, particularly the iconic Hofner Beatle Bass, The Gretsch Country Gentleman, the Rickenbacker 325 and 360/12 and, of course, Vox amps. There are a few other instruments that while not quite as “iconic” as those mentioned above, were nevertheless well known because of The Beatles: the Epiphone Texan, the Rickenbacker 4001 bass and—last but not least—the Epiphone Casino.

Paul McCartney got his Casino in 1964 and used it beautifully, playing the solo on “Ticket To Ride.” John and George got theirs in 1966. George played his some but moved on to other guitars. Lennon on the other hand seems to have really bonded with his. He had it painted “psychedelic” then later had it stripped down to natural. Personally, I think the stripped one looked really cool when they played the roof concert. I should also say that I own a Gibson ES-330, which is basically the same P-90 pickup hollowbody as the Casino, so I am familiar with this sort of guitar.

http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2010/Jan/Epiphone_Inspired_by_John_Lennon_Casino_Electric_Guitar_Review.aspx

The Telegraph
December 4, 2011
Julian Lennon blames father John for his lack of children
John Lennon was such a bad father that he put his own son, Julian, off having children

Julian Lennon, 48, John Lennon's son by his first wife, Cynthia, has revealed that his difficult relationship with his famous father has discouraged him from starting a family.Julian, who has never married, said that – unlike his father – he wanted to be mature enough to cope with fatherhood.“He was young and didn’t know what the hell he was doing," Julian said. "That’s the reason I haven’t had children yet. I didn’t want to do the same thing. No, I’m not ready. I want to know who I am first.”Lennon’s comments, made in an interview with Record Collector magazine, are perhaps his most forthright yet about his relationship with his father.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/celebritynews/8933287/Julian-Lennon-blames-father-John-for-his-lack-of-children.html

http://www.recordcollectormag.com/articles/article-detail/805

The Guardian
December 3, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney calls for privacy law after learning his phone was hacked

The singer believes journalists listened to phone calls and messages at the time of his divorce from Heather Mills.Sir Paul McCartney has called for a privacy law after the police showed him evidence that his phone was hacked.The Beatles star believes that journalists from several newspapers were listening to his phone calls and messages around the time of his divorce from his second wife, Heather Mills, in 2008.He said the invasion of his privacy had had a lasting effect: "I tend not to say much on the phone now. If I leave a message, it's benign."You edit yourself according to the new circumstances of the new world. I think it would be quite good to get some sort of laws."

http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2011/dec/03/mccartney-privacy-law-phone-hacked?newsfeed=true

The Telegraph
December 4, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney 'had phone hacked'

Sir Paul McCartney has had his phone hacked and been shown the evidence by police, it has been reported.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/leveson-inquiry/8932864/Sir-Paul-McCartney-had-phone-hacked.html

Mirror.UK
December 4, 2011
Paul McCartney has recurring nightmares of audience walking out

Sir Paul McCartney has revealed he suffers from a recurring *nightmare… *in which the audience walks out on a Beatles gig.In his dream Macca, 69, is singing From Me To You. He said: “I’m with the Beatles and it’s going great, then people start leaving.“I turn to the others and go, ‘Oh God! Long Tall Sally – that’ll get them back.’It all goes back to before the Beatles when Paul and John Lennon were in The Quarrymen.“The first time we ever played – pre-Beatles – I screwed up,” said Macca, whose UK tour kicks off tomorrow. “So I never played lead guitar again.

http://www.mirror.co.uk/celebs/news/2011/12/04/paul-mccartney-has-recurring-nightmares-of-audience-walking-out-115875-23608014/

Contact Music
December 3, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney - Paul McCartney Has Antiseptic Aftershave

Sir Paul McCartney has joked he uses Dettol antiseptic liquid as cologne everyday rather than a normal fragrance.Sir Paul McCartney has joked he uses antiseptic cleaner as aftershave.The Beatles legend claimed he always splashes on Dettol liquid after he runs a razor across his face during an interview with Absolute Radio DJ Geoff Lloyd on his Hometime Show last night (01.12.11).When asked "what cologne do you wear yourself", the musician - who was speaking from Cologne, Germany - said: "I can't possibly reveal that . Dettol, a little dab of Dettol behind the ears I recommend."Paul also revealed he had a wonderful day when he married Nancy Shevell in London earlier this year.Speaking about the big day - which took place on October 9 on what would have been the 71st birthday of his late Beatles bandmate John Lennon - he said: "Oh, it was lovely, yeah, really great actually. We had a very relaxing day."

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/paul-mccartney-has-antiseptic-aftershave_1267200

Nico

12-04-2011, 08:51 PM

I think I'm going to write to the Telegraph for how they worded their article. Julian never used those words, and I think they should feel ashamed for writing something like that on the eve of John's death.

What do you think MsLinds? Should I? Even if it doesn't do anything I need to get it off my chest. It bothers me.

msLinds

12-05-2011, 02:53 AM

Its really up to you to decide Nico.If you want to write to the Telegraph about that article that was written.If it might make you feel better.If you want to send a E mail letter.Then you should do it.Here are the names showing of who wrote it under the article about Julian and also the link with how to contact them if you decide you want to.Don't let this upset you.Everyone have a safe and great week and take care.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/celebritynews/8933287/Julian-Lennon-blames-father-John-for-his-lack-of-children.html

By Richard Eden, Mandrake, and Adam Lusher

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/topics/about-us/

Nico

12-05-2011, 03:20 AM

Thanks MsLinds. I may not even do it. I just get tired of the negative spin on articles, particularly when this family has come such a long way. Oh well. Let them continue to be nasty. :lol: I'm going to rise above it. This time.

msLinds

12-05-2011, 01:46 PM

Thats good Nico.You keeping rising above it.Have a safe and great week everyone and take care.

The Statesman
December 4, 2011
Lennon’s influence felt 31 years after death

While most people will be spending this week gearing up for the holidays and forming their in-law invasion plans, I will spend it listening to nothing but the Beatles and contemplating what the world would be without the influence of one of the most well-loved men in music's history. He had his issues just like every other artist but still managed to stay true to himself, regardless of whatever adversity he faced.John Lennon lived from Oct. 9, 1940 to his untimely death on Dec. 8, 1980. From his times as a young boy in Liverpool to his life as an adult in the states, he was able to accomplish many things that most people couldn't even dream of. He has had enormous success as a musician and as a political activist. Not many can say they have a vastly successful musical career as part of a group or as a solo artist, let alone both.Add to that the fact that he was also a powerful political and peace activist, and he has a pretty impressive résumé. His creativity and ideals have lasted through generations and are still being celebrated today.The proof of that is in the hundreds of thousands of pieces of memorabilia sold or the innumerous visitors to the Strawberry Fields monument in Central Park.

http://www.indianastatesman.com/opinion/lennon-s-influence-felt-31-years-after-death-1.2724148#.Tt0JTqZM_dA

The Sherwood Park News
December 3, 2011
Mark Sterling revives music legend

Sherwood Park's own Mark Sterling is bringing the iconic work of John Lennon to life with Songs of John at Festival Place.Lennon's song book will be reopened on Saturday, Dec. 10, at 7:30 p.m., which marks the fifth year for the popular tribute show."People who keep coming back will always see a different show and people who haven't been, we promise it's going to be a real fun night," Sterling said. "We love playing the music as much as hopefully people love hearing it... no one has gone away disappointed."The tribute began to mark the anniversary of Lenon's death on Dec. 8, 1980. Sterling will be joined by his core band, and fans can expect to hear classics from Lennon's time with The Beatles, as well as his solo work.

http://www.sherwoodparknews.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3390669

The Wall Street Journal - arts and entertainment
December 2, 2011
A Front Row Seat to Rock’s Golden Age

In an era when there were fewer fences around celebrities, Gruen knew many of his subjects personally. After meeting John Lennon in 1972, his relationship with the rocker and Yoko Ono evolved into an enduring friendship. The “Rock Seen” book includes a 1975 shot of Lennon holding his newborn son Sean in their home as Ono looks on. Gruen says he simply knew when to put the camera away. Of hanging out with Lennon and his band Elephant’s Memory, he says, “We all liked tequila and finishing off the night with a good steak and a cognac–and John was always picking up the tab. Not only was he funny and smart, but he always ate well. Eventually I tried to show up at lunch or dinner time ‘til it became a joke. ‘Bob’s here. Must be time for dinner.’”

http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2011/12/02/he-shot-john-lennon-the-clash-and-more/?mod=google_news_blog

Belfast Telegraph
December 3, 2011
Irish band The Aftermath buy John Lennon microphone

If you want to sound like a Beatle it may help to have one of their microphones.A Westmeath band have secured just that after their £6,650 bid for a vintage microphone used by John Lennon was accepted at auction. Now The Aftermath have access to the microphone he used to record 'Imagine'.Lennon had the microphone installed in his Georgian manor estate, Tittenhurst Park, near Ascot in 1970, where he and his band recorded the hit.His partner Yoko Ono and former Beatles George Harrison and Ringo Starr are also believed to have used the Neumann U47 microphone, made in 1970, during recording sessions."For Beatles fans like us, this is the equivalent of finding the Holy Grail. It's incredible to think that John Lennon sang 'Imagine' on it, which was a message to the whole of mankind," Johnny Cronin told the Irish Independent.

http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainment/music/news/irish-band-the-aftermath-buy-john-lennon-microphone-16086043.html

New -Lead.com
December 5, 2011
New acts will perform at Imagine Concert

The annual Imagine Concert, dedicated to the memory of John Lennon and to the support local charities, will be shorter, more fun and more generous, producer Alan Pierson said.Many longstanding Imagine performers will be back, and several acts will make their Imagine debut at this year's concert, 7 p.m. Thursday at the Gillioz Theatre.Local musicians organized the first concert in 1985, and it was held continuously through 2003. Pierson revived the event in 2009 and said he works each year to improve upon the previous production.

http://www.news-leader.com/article/20111205/NEWS01/112050355/0/NEWS0102/?odyssey=nav%7Chead

Want to go ?
What: Imagine Concert When: 7 p.m. Thursday Where: Gillioz Theatre, 325 Park Central East,  Call: 417-863-9491  Tickets http://gillioz.ticketforce.com/  How you are helping: The concert will benefit Women in Need of the Ozarks, which helps single, working women not receiving any other form of public assistance. During the concert, a client of Women in Need will receive a car provided by a donor from the community, Pierson said.

The National
November 30, 2011
Next-generation Harrison proves creative talent runs in the family

You might imagine that the musical children of The Beatles would be hugely inspired by that mighty band's near-perfect body of work. Dhani Harrison, though - son of the late, great George - seems to have been influenced more by his father's extra-curricular activities.Now 33, Dhani is proving something of a creative polymath. Musically, his current passion is for cutting-edge British genres such as drum 'n' bass and dubstep, which pour forth on several projects with his production partner, Paul Hicks, and various guest musicians. George's tastes seep in almost subconsciously."I absolutely love Indian classical music," says Harrison. "You notice the interest when I sit with Paul. With the vocals I'll do 'guides', then we'll get people to come in and sing them, and there's always a few notes and a few changes that people don't get, and Paul will say, 'Oh, it's one of those Dhani notes again, he's been listening to too many Indian classical music records.'"

http://www.thenational.ae/arts-culture/music/next-generation-harrison-proves-creative-talent-runs-in-the-family

NME Music News
December 5, 2011
Paul McCartney: 'I felt sick the first time the Beatles played Wembley

Paul McCartney has spoken about his history of pre-gig nerves, revealing that he felt like quitting playing live as he was so nervous before The Beatles performed at Wembley Arena. McCartney is currently in the middle of a European arena tour and also said that he still feels like he has to win some of the crowds over. Speaking about his record of pre-show nerves, he told the Daily Mirror: "The first time we ever played – pre-Beatles – I screwed up. So I never played lead guitar again. When the Beatles did Wembley (Arena, then known as the Empire Pool) for the first time (in 1963), I felt sick. I thought, 'I’ve got to give this up.'" McCartney added that even now he encounters crowd members who are "just standing there", but added: "We always manage to get them back in the end." 

http://www.nme.com/news/paul-mccartney/60787

msLinds

12-06-2011, 01:43 AM

NME
December 6, 2011
Paul McCartney joined onstage by The Rolling Stones' Ronnie Wood in London

Paul McCartney teamed up with The Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood during his gig at London's O2 Arena last night (December 5).  The former Beatle was playing his only London show of 2011, when towards the end of his set he told the audience he "had a surprise" for them. With that he ushered a denim-clad Wood onstage, having the guitarist play along with him on The Beatles' 1969 classic 'Get Back'. At the song's finish, Wood and McCartney hugged each other before the former left the stage.  McCartney's three-hour set took in Beatles, Wings and solo material, and also saw him play a number of Beatles tracks for the first time ever in the UK, including 'The Night Before', 'The Word' and 'Come And Get It'.

http://www.nme.com/news/paul-mccartney/60799

Autoevolution
December 12,201
Aston Martin DB5 Belonging to Beatles Lead Guitarist for Sale

The Aston Martin DB5 is best known for its role in James Bond movies like Goldfinger and Thunderball, which made it the icon it is today. Auction House Coys’ is hosting the London sale ‘True Greats’ this week and one of the cars that is sure to fetch a pretty penny is one rare coupe with a celebrity owner.The car you see here once belonged to George Harrison, a musician who is best known for his role as lead guitarist for The Beatles. It was delivered to him brand new back in 1965 and comes with the 4.0-liter straight-six that’s supposed to offer 282 horsepower and a top speed of 148 miles per hour.

http://www.autoevolution.com/news/aston-martin-db5-belonging-to-beatles-lead-guitarist-for-sale-40929.html

Daily Mail
December 2, 2011
I'm sure I'll be terrifying': Stella McCartney to star in Ab Fab Christmas special

Jennifer Saunders' alter-ego Edina spent roughly 12 per cent of her time on Absolutely Fabulous tottering around saying: 'It's Lacroix, darling.'But as the show makes a one-off comeback this Christmas, it looks like her catchphrase might have to be updated. This time, will the eccentric PR be encouraging us to stock up on Stella McCartney clothes instead? The designer has been persuaded to appear in Ab Fab's Christmas special - although she still doesn't seem convinced that it will be a good idea.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2068749/Absolutely-Fabulous-Christmas-Special-Stella-McCartney-guest-star-Emma-Bunton.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

msLinds

12-06-2011, 11:52 AM

Hear New “Atlas Eets Christmas” Track –Plastic Ono Band and The Flaming Lips
December 5, 2011

The Flaming Lips have created a new website to stream their Christmas music, ‪http://atlaseetschristmas.com‬ Today they added a new recording to that infinite stream, this re-recording of "Atlas Eets Christmas" with the Plastic Ono Band. The original was released in 2007 on the Lips' secret Christmas album. The Flaming Lips and Plastic Ono Band will play SIDE-BY-SIDE sets at the New Year Freak Out #5. On New Year's Eve at midnight they will play "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" together.More info at ‪

http://atlaseetschristmas.com/

http://psychexfutureheart.wordpress.com/

New “Atlas Eets Christmas” Track – Yoko, Plastic Ono Band and The FlamingLips - 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=tmMCDm-KvtA#

msLinds

12-06-2011, 08:43 PM

BMI
December 5, 2011
BMI Foundation Announces Opening of 15th Annual John Lennon Scholarship Competition

The opening of the 15th annual John Lennon Scholarship program has been announced by the BMI Foundation, Inc. The 2012 program will award three scholarships to U.S. college student songwriters. Prizes totaling $20,000 will be given for the best original songs submitted to the competition.Established by Yoko Ono in 1997 in conjunction with the BMI Foundation, these annual scholarships honor the memory of one of the preeminent songwriters of the 20th century, John Lennon. Made possible through generous donations from Ono with matching funds from Gibson Musical Instruments, the program has awarded more than $300,000 to young songwriters over the last 14 years.

http://www.bmi.com/news/entry/555245

Contact Music
December 6, 2011
Yoko Ono - Ono Launches Songwriting Contest

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ono-launches-songwriting-contest_1271651

Northside
December 6, 2011
John Waters in "Looking Through a Glass Onion"

John Waters is bringing his show “Looking Through a Glass Onion” to the State Theatre on Saturday.Musician and actor John Waters is a great believer in the old adage; “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”.His John Lennon-inspired show, Looking Through A Glass Onion, began at the Tilbury Hotel in Woolloomooloo in 1992 and went on to spend three months in London’s West End.Now, every seven years or so, the show resurfaces and tours again to new acclaim.His last tour sold out, so now he’s back again, performing at the State Theatre with the Winston O’Boogie Orchestra on Saturday.

http://northside.whereilive.com.au/lifestyle/story/john-waters-in-looking-through-a-glass-onion/

Beatles Freaks Reviews
December 6, 2011
Book Review: ‘John Lennon: All I Want is the Truth’ by Elizabeth Partridge

Here’s another late review since*this book was published in 2005, but I just heard about ‘John Lennon: All I want is the Truth’ from a new friend who is*friends with the author…so I bought a copy to check it out! This book was described to me as ‘a book about John Lennon for teenagers’.

http://beatles-freak.com/2011/12/06/book-review-john-lennon-all-i-want-is-the-truth-by-elizabeth-partridge/

Brisbane Times
December 6, 2011
Beatles fans can't let it be

Thursday, June 11, 1964, was B-Day, as the old Sun newspaper declared it. This was when the Beatles landed in Sydney to start their Australian concert tour.Only 1000 hardcore fans were waiting at a wet Mascot but the following day, a reported 300,000 fans lined the streets of Adelaide to give a welcome that is often quoted as the largest in the history of Beatlemania.

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/money/beatles-fans-cant-let-it-be-20111206-1ofvt.html

Ringo Starr’s new album, Ringo 2012, coming out in January 2012
December 6, 2011
Ringo Starr’s 17th solo studio record, and his second on Hip-O/Ume will be released on January 31, 2012 in the United States (Internationally, January 30, 2012.
Titled simply “Ringo 2012” and produced by Ringo, it was recorded in LA and mixed in England by Ringo and Bruce Sugar, and features 9 songs.

Of the 9 tracks two are covers, “Think It Over,” and “Rock Island Line” and two are new versions of his own songs, “Wings” and “Step Lightly.”

The track listing is as follows:

1. Anthem (Richard Starkey/Glen Ballard)
2. Wings (Richard Starkey/Vince Poncia)
3. Think It Over (Buddy Holly/Norman Perry)
4. Samba (Richard Starkey/Van Dyke Parks)
5. Rock Island Line (Arrangement by Richard Starkey)
6. Step Lightly (Richard Starkey)
7. Wonderful (Richard Starkey/Gary Nicholson)
8. In Liverpool (Richard Starkey/Dave Stewart)
9. Slow Down (Richard Starkey/Joe Walsh)

Joining Ringo in the studio for Ringo 2012 were musicians (in alphabetical order): Michael Bradford, Ann Marie Calhoun, Matt Cartsonis, Steve Dudas, Charlie Haden, Amy Keys, Kelly Moneymaker, Richard Page, Van Dyke parks, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Dave Stewart, Bruce Sugar, Benmont Tench, Joe Walsh , Don Was, Edgar Winter.

“Ringo 2012” will be released digitally, on CD and vinyl.

http://daytrippin.com/2011/12/06/ringo-starrs-new-album-ringo-2012-coming-out-in-january/

msLinds

12-06-2011, 09:03 PM

Backpage Magazine
December 6, 2011
Roadie Henry Smith Talks About The John Lennon Tour That Might Have Been
Here in part 2, he recollects about the John Lennon tour he was supposed to lead.

Henry Smith was in Auckland, New Zealand on December 8, 1980, serving as road manager for Roberta Flack on her latest European tour and, of equal importance, mentally preparing himself for what was coming when the Flack tour ended. His preparations for that night’s show were interrupted by a phone call.“It was Roberta,” recalls Smith during a recent conversation with Back Page Magazine. “She told me that John Lennon had just been killed.”Smith, who has worked for the likes of Led Zeppelin, The Yardbirds and Aerosmith over the years as both a roadie and road manager, relates that the immediate response to the call was both sadness and concern.“The people at The Dakota (where Lennon was living at the time) had called Roberta. They didn’t know if John’s murder had been a part of a conspiracy or what and, since she had lived at The Dakota, they wanted to make sure that Roberta was going to be alright.”Smith’s reaction to the news was two-fold. Like everyone else, there was unparalleled sadness. But, unlike others, there was also an element of self interest at the news.

http://www.backpagemagazine.com/2011/12/06/roadie-henry-smith-talks-about-the-john-lennon-tour-that-might-have-been/#comment-253

msLinds

12-07-2011, 08:25 PM

Amateur Photographer
December 8, 2011
Photographer's 'unseen' Beatles pics published

Previously unpublished black & white photos of the Beatles captured during their first tour of the United States feature in a new, limited-edition book. The images were shot by photographer Joe Allen who accompanied the Beatles on their tour of the US in February 1964, where they visited Washington, New York and Florida. The 'never-before-seen' photos are among hundreds of images contained in a coffee table book called The Beatles Monochrome.

http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/news/Photographers_unseen_Beatles_pics_published__news_310700.html

What Sells Best
December 7, 2011
Bids Soar for Beatles Songs Promo Error

Bidding has passed $17,000 for this rare promotional Record with Two Beatles Songs, and one Unusual Printing Error. (eBay listing #180766046324) According to the sellers listing, only 250 copies of the Beatles songs promo were pressed and distributed by Parlophone (UK), as a promotion for DJ's and music journalists in October of 1962. Making next year the records 50th anniversary. The sellers listing also states; (this record is) "Easily the most important piece of Beatles vinyl in the world today.... If this single hadn't been successful they wouldn't have gone on to record any more material with parlophone... they might have gone into total obscurity and we might have never heard from the Beatles ever again."

http://www.whatsellsbest.com/news-stories/2011/12/beatles-demo.html

THe Beatles Exhibit
December 7,2011
At Madam Tussauds Wax Museum

Fans are invited to place flowers at the feet of a lifelike John Lennon wax figure, complete with his trademark circular glasses and shoulder-length hair, at the unveiling of all four Beatles' wax figures on the anniversary of John's death on Thursday, December 8th at 9 a.m. at the Madame Tussauds in Hollywood.The interactive exhibit features George, John, Paul and Ringo in their late 1960's-era styling and allows fans to stand in line with the Beatles to create their own personalized album cover. The traveling exhibit will be in town from December 8th through February, 2012.

http://www.madametussauds.com/Hollywood/NewsAndEvents/TheBeatlesExhibit.aspx

The Globe and Mail
December 6, 2011
Yoko Ono gives peace a chance, one home town at a time

To exchange an e-mail with Yoko Ono is to become one with her philosophy – and her aphoristic way of expressing it.The new seven-minute animated film My Hometown is the excuse for the e-mail. The film is co-directed by Toronto lawyer Jerry Levitan, who kept in touch with Ono after he made the 2007 Oscar-nominated short I Met The Walrus. It recalled the time in 1969 when he snuck into John Lennon and Ono’s Toronto hotel room to conduct an interview with the couple during their “bed in” days.Ono liked that earlier film. And she agreed to do My Hometown (co-directed by Toronto-based filmmaker Terry Tompkins), which adapts to film a very Ono-esque tract that she wrote in 2009.Ono’s brief written work imagines that peace is possible simply with the realization that every town in the world is someone else’s hometown. And a hometown is just a place on the map on which we place our love and positive thoughts.My Hometown, which has Ono reading her own writing accompanied by basic animation, has an obvious link to the one-love statelessness in John Lennon’s Imagine, the call to Give Peace a Chance and the minimalism seen throughout Ono’s own artistic career.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/arts/movies/yoko-ono-gives-peace-a-chance-one-home-town-at-a-time/article2262148/

CBS News
December 6, 2011
Yoko Ono and My Hometown

http://www.cbc.ca/news/arts/story/2011/12/06/ono-levitan-film.html

The Mainichi Daily News
December 7, 2011
Yoko Ono visits Fukushima, encourages children forced to evacuate

FUKUSHIMA, Japan (Kyodo) -- Famed artist Yoko Ono visited the city of Fukushima, Fukushima Prefecture, on Tuesday and encouraged children who have been forced to evacuate in the aftermath of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami and subsequent Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster."The world is thinking of you who are working hard to overcome the sorrow and hardships," said the 78-year-old artist and widow of John Lennon, at Sahara Elementary School during a visit to Japan ahead of a charity concert in Tokyo on Thursday in memory of the late Beatles member.

http://mdn.mainichi.jp/arts/news/20111207p2g00m0et154000c.html

http://www.japantoday.com/category/national/view/yoko-ono-visits-fukushima-for-charity-concert

msLinds

12-08-2011, 12:09 PM

I am sending positive energy my love prayers out to John today.Also for Yoko,Sean and John and all his loved ones friends and fans.We love you and miss you john.Your allways be with us in our hearts and souls

Elton John - Empty Garden

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8ctAXUsf1E&feature=related

George Harrison - All Those Years Ago

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85Smw33PKJA

Paul McCartney/John Lennon - Here Today

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjwnWU6OsaI

msLinds

12-08-2011, 02:27 PM

Rolling Stone
December 8, 2011
John Lennon's Last Interview
The artist's joyous, inspiring and subversive conversation with Rolling Stone three days before his death
This story is from the December 23, 2010 issue of Rolling Stone.

On the evening of Friday, December 5th, 1980, John Lennon spoke to Rolling Stone editor Jonathan Cott for more than nine hours at his apartment on New York's Upper West Side and at the Record Plant recording studio. Three nights later, Lennon would be murdered as he was returning home from a mixing session. The interview had originally been scheduled to run as the cover story of the first issue of 1981, but after Lennon's killing, Cott instead wrote an obituary for Lennon and ended up using very little from their conversations. In fact, he never even fully transcribed his tape. On the 30th anniversary of Lennon's death, we present, for the first time, the full text of Lennon's last major print interview: the joyous, outrageously funny, inspiring, fearless and subversive conversation Lennon shared with us that night, as he was preparing to jump back into the limelight after five years of private life with Yoko and their young son, Sean.

Welcome to the inner sanctum!" said John Lennon, as he greeted me with high-spirited, mock ceremoniousness in Yoko Ono's beautiful cloud-ceilinged office in their Dakota apartment. It was December 5th, 1980. I sat down on a couch next to Yoko, and she began telling me how their collaborative new album, Double Fantasy, came about: The previous spring, John and their son, Sean, were vacationing for three weeks in Bermuda while Yoko stayed home "sorting out business," as she put it. While in Bermuda, John phoned her to say that he had taken Sean to the botanical gardens and had come across a flower called a Double Fantasy. "It's a type of freesia," John would later say, "but what it means to us is

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/john-lennons-last-interview-20111208

http://imaginepeacetower.com/

Nico

12-08-2011, 10:41 PM

Well, today is the hardest day of them all for me, as a Beatles fan. My favorite Beatle and songwriter of them all was killed 31 years ago, while coming home to see his little boy after a recording session, for NO REASON AT ALL. I can't begin to describe the impact John has had on my life. His words and music have filtered through me and inspired many great moments and have comforted me during many sad ones. He was real, honest, daring, sensitive, vulnerable, beautiful, quick, and completely one-of-a-kind. There will never be another artist like John. Ever. I recommend everyone to give John's music a spin. Not only in the Beatles, of which he provided the soundtrack for a generation, but as a solo star- of which he inspired multitudes of generations to come. He was astonishing and brilliant. And he cared. He never stopped caring. For all his flaws, he was still unbelievably more centered and together than most people twice his age.

Love you John. Miss you, beautiful, beautiful boy.

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Nico

12-08-2011, 10:48 PM

vivfox

12-08-2011, 11:07 PM

The track listing is as follows:

1. Anthem (Richard Starkey/Glen Ballard)
2. Wings (Richard Starkey/Vince Poncia)
3. Think It Over (Buddy Holly/Norman Perry)
4. Samba (Richard Starkey/Van Dyke Parks)
5. Rock Island Line (Arrangement by Richard Starkey)
6. Step Lightly (Richard Starkey)
7. Wonderful (Richard Starkey/Gary Nicholson)
8. In Liverpool (Richard Starkey/Dave Stewart)
9. Slow Down (Richard Starkey/Joe Walsh)

Joining Ringo in the studio for Ringo 2012 were musicians (in alphabetical order): Michael Bradford, Ann Marie Calhoun, Matt Cartsonis, Steve Dudas, Charlie Haden, Amy Keys, Kelly Moneymaker, Richard Page, Van Dyke parks, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Dave Stewart, Bruce Sugar, Benmont Tench, Joe Walsh , Don Was, Edgar Winter.

“Ringo 2012” will be released digitally, on CD and vinyl.

http://daytrippin.com/2011/12/06/ringo-starrs-new-album-ringo-2012-coming-out-in-january/

This could have been a Stevie Nicks studio session. Didn't Gary Nicholson write the music for Battle of the Dragon?

Macfanforever

12-08-2011, 11:15 PM

This could have been a Stevie Nicks studio session. Didn't Gary Nicholson write the music for Battle of the Dragon?

Where was she .she counld of sing backup.

msLinds

12-09-2011, 02:00 AM

I understand how you feel Nico and feel the same way.Thanks for the beautiful photographs posted and video.Thanks for stopping by Macfanforever and vivfox.I don't know if Gary Nicholson wrote the music for Battle of the Dragon.It certainly could indeed have been a Stevie Nicks studio session.With that list of names on there.

Global Post
December 8, 2011
John Lennon death anniversary commemorated around the world (PHOTOS)

John Lennon, the former Beatle, was killed on Dec. 8, 1980. Since then fans have gathered to commemorate his death around the globe.On Dec. 8, 1980 the world of music was changed when former Beatle John Lennon was murdered in front of his home in New York City. Lennon, 40 at the time, was standing in the entrance of the Dakota building, his home, when xxxxxxxxxx fatally shot him in the back. Immediately following his death an outpouring of fans around the world gathered in candlelight vigils to mourn."Now that John's a spirit, he has a different effect on people than when he was alive," Lennon's widow Yoko Ono, 78, said to the Vancouver Sun on the 31st anniversary of her husband's death. "Spirits talk on a pure level and don't get distracted by people saying things like, 'That's nice, but why's he wearing that?'" she says in a slightly weary voice that betrays the midnight hour. "Of course, it would still be better if John was around."

http://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/news/culture-lifestyle/111208/john-lennon-death-anniversary-commemorated-around-the-world

The Independent
December 8, 2011
And then there were four: Ringo picks up his paintbrush

The drummer has followed the example of his fellow Beatles by turning his hand to art. His multicoloured revolver statue, unveiled yesterday, is a tribute to John Lennon. But what will it do for his own creative reputation ? Asked to gauge Ringo Starr's musical abilities, John Lennon joked: "He's not even the best drummer in the Beatles." But could the drummer yet prove the finest artist among the prodigiously-talented group after unveiling his first public sculpture? Starr, 71, yesterday unveiled his own artistic tribute to Lennon, on the 31st anniversary of his former colleague's murder. The statue was Starr's own take on the "knotted gun" sculpture which stands outside the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The original bronze work, Non-Violence, with its distinctive twisted gun muzzle, was created by Swedish artist Carl Fredrik Reuterswärd as a memorial tribute to Lennon after he was shot on 8 December 1980 in New York.

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/art/features/and-then-there-were-four-ringo-picks-up-his-paintbrush-6274451.html

Breaking News.ie
December 12, 2011
Ringo pleas for tougher gun laws

Ringo Starr called for harsher sentences for those caught carrying guns on the anniversary of John Lennon’s death today.The former Beatle asked for “peace and love” at a Non Violence Foundation event, where he unveiled a psychedelic “knotted gun” statue, which he had designed on his iPad.He said: “I think it should be that if you’re caught with a gun or before you use it that it should be a higher sentence than what they get now.“I can’t stand up and dictate to the world it’s over; no more guns. I can just do what I do, and there’s another side to the story which is peace and love.”

http://www.breakingnews.ie/entertainment/ojmhkfojsnau/

USA Today
December 7, 2011
For Yoko Ono, John Lennon's spirit still soar

John Lennon left this earth on Dec. 8, 1980. But the way Yoko Ono sees it, the Beatle's joyously populist specter has never been busier."Now that John's a spirit, he has a different effect on people than when he was alive," Ono, 78, says during a call from Tokyo, where she'll attend a concert of Japanese musicians performing her husband's works."Spirits talk on a pure level and don't get distracted by people saying things like, 'That's nice, but why's he wearing that?' " she says in a slightly weary voice that betrays the midnight hour. "Of course, it would still be better if John was around."

http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/news/story/2011-12-07/yoko-ono-john-lennon/51720550/1

TimeLightBox
December 8, 2011
John and Yoko, as Never Before Seen: New Photos from the Famous ‘Bed In’

In 1969, Stephen Sammons was a 20-year-old aspiring photographer living in Montreal. A friend of his worked at an avant-garde film magazine and had scheduled an interview with the artist Yoko Ono, who was in town with her husband John Lennon to host a “bed-in” for peace. Sammons was invited to come along and take photos. Lennon and Ono had already hosted one bed-in while on their honeymoon in Amsterdam earlier that year. Modeled after a sit-in, the famous couple sat in their bed for hours and talked about the need for world peace. Lennon would later recount the experience in the lyrics to the Beatles’ song “The Ballad of John and Yoko.” “It was a very interesting, cool sort of scene,” Sammons recalls. Lennon and Ono occupied a suite of rooms at Montreal’s Queen Elizabeth Hotel and dozens of friends, journalists and other hangers-on—including Timothy Leary and comedian Tommy Smothers— dropped by throughout the day to visit. Sammons stayed all day long and says he doesn’t remember seeing Lennon or Ono ever get out of bed. “And then sometime in the afternoon, Lennon started writing this song,” he says. “He scribbled down the song lyrics and then started playing the tune.”

http://lightbox.time.com/2011/12/08/give-peace-a-chance-bed-in-unpublished-photographs/#1

Huffington Post
December 8, 2011
John Lennon Death Anniversary Advice From John Fugelsang: Don't Say The Killer's Name (VIDEO)

Thirty-one years ago today, John Lennon was shot to death in front of The Dakota building in New York, where he lived with Yoko Ono. The man who did it lives in a correctional facility in upstate New York, and as news organizations mark the anniversary of that day, comedian John Fugelsang wants them to follow a rule: don't say his name. That's exactly what Fugelsang says the killer wants.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/08/john-lennon-killers-name_n_1137788.html

Examiner
December 8, 2011
Book Review: 'The Lennon-Bronte Connection' takes you on a fascinating journey

Today is the 31st anniversary of John Lennon’s death, and it seems fitting to discuss a new book that explores his past lives The Lennon-Bronte Connection, by Jewelle St. James, (St. James Publishing, 2011) investigates clues that former Beatle John Lennon was the reincarnation of tragic poet Branwell Bronte. This is the sequel to her first book, All You Need is Love, in which Jewelle discovers—and documents--her own past-life romance with Lennon in 17th century England. (Read about All You Need Is Love here)

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/book-review-the-lennon-bronte-connection-takes-you-on-a-fascinating-journey-review

Rolling Stone
December 8, 2011
John Lennon's Last Interview
The artist's joyous, inspiring and subversive conversation with Rolling Stone three days before his death

This story is from the December 23, 2010 issue of Rolling Stone.On the evening of Friday, December 5th, 1980, John Lennon spoke to Rolling Stone editor Jonathan Cott for more than nine hours at his apartment on New York's Upper West Side and at the Record Plant recording studio. Three nights later, Lennon would be murdered as he was returning home from a mixing session. The interview had originally been scheduled to run as the cover story of the first issue of 1981, but after Lennon's killing, Cott instead wrote an obituary for Lennon and ended up using very little from their conversations. In fact, he never even fully transcribed his tape. On the 30th anniversary of Lennon's death, we present, for the first time, the full text of Lennon's last major print interview: the joyous, outrageously funny, inspiring, fearless and subversive conversation Lennon shared with us that night, as he was preparing to jump back into the limelight after five years of private life with Yoko and their young son, Sean.

Welcome to the inner sanctum!" said John Lennon, as he greeted me with high-spirited, mock ceremoniousness in Yoko Ono's beautiful cloud-ceilinged office in their Dakota apartment. It was December 5th, 1980. I sat down on a couch next to Yoko, and she began telling me how their collaborative new album, Double Fantasy, came about: The previous spring, John and their son, Sean, were vacationing for three weeks in Bermuda while Yoko stayed home "sorting out business," as she put it. While in Bermuda, John phoned her to say that he had taken Sean to the botanical gardens and had come across a flower called a Double Fantasy. "It's a type of freesia," John would later say, "but what it means to us is

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/john-lennons-last-interview-20111208

Dinosaur Album Guide
December 7, 2011
Ten Story Love Song - John Lennon's Top Ten

December the 8th is here again (ain't been round since you know when...)31 years ago today, John Lennon, arguably one of the 20th centuries most*interesting, and most*paradoxical stars was gunned down by a demon on a New York street.Doubtless today's papers, magazines, blogs and various online media will be filled with messages of peace,*love*and understanding...nothing funny 'bout that. However many will present the annual token deconstruction of Lennon's*'genius'. Some will refer to him as Gandhi, Jesus, or even a God- like figure (the irony is not lost), while others will counteract with the usual comments that he was a cruel and aggressive asshole who turned his back on his first family and served his own interests first. None of the former group is true of course, while some of the latter certainly hold water.

http://onlynorthernsongs.blogspot.com/2011/12/ten-story-love-song-john-lennons-top.html

Check out the new video for “December Sky” by Juno-award winner, Tomi Swick. The song, which features Julian Lennon, was recorded one year ago today (December 8th , 2010) in New York City.

http://www.canada.com/videos/entertainment/video.html?embedCode=13bjY0MzowcF5THujFNhS0vEwmqnwisn

BBC Radio
December 2011 - 6 days left to listen
The original OGWT producer Mike Appleton returns to the studio to give his final thoughts on the programme and the series rounds off with live music from Julian Lennon, whose performance includes something his father sang on the show 36 years ago.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b017v88h

msLinds

12-09-2011, 03:46 PM

Everyone have a safe,positive and great upcoming weekend and take care.

Edina Patch
December 9, 2011
John Lennon's Spirit Lives On at the Galleria
See a collection of the artist's work and have your own wish for peace hand-delivered to Yoko Ono.

The holiday season invites reflection and wishes of peace. For the next three days at the Galleria, the public is invited to reflect and wish peace through the work of legendary musician and artist John Lennon. The traveling exhibition of Lennon’s art features a collection of limited edition serigraphs, lithographs, copper etchings of drawings and song lyrics. The music of John Lennon, The Beatles and Yoko Ono will provide an auditory backdrop to the show. As an interactive part of the event, and in the spirit of Lennon’s message of peace, guests will be welcomed to write wishes for peace on decorative cards to be hung on the Wishing Tree at the Galleria. At the close of the event, the cards will be collected to be hand-delivered to Yoko Ono.Tour manager Rudy Siegel said that in the past Yoko Ono has turned public wishes for peace into artwork by photographing them or displaying them in shadow boxes.

What: Imagine Peace- the Artwork of John Lennon When: Friday, Dec. 9, noon to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 10, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and
Sunday, Dec. 11, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Big Bowl, Courtyard , 3669 Galleria, Edina, MN
Cost : Suggested $2 donation

http://edina.patch.com/articles/john-lennon-artwork-imagine-peace-galleria-yoko-ono

http://minnesota.publicradio.org/collections/special/columns/state-of-the-arts/archive/2011/12/yoko-ono-remembers-john-lennon.shtml

Watch now: LENNONYC Outtakes: Jack Douglas | American Masters | PBS Video
Jack Douglas talks about meeting John Lennon

http://video.pbs.org/video/1658103235?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=fanpage&utm_campaign=ThisDayHistory

World News
December 9, 2011
Houston Beatles fan pays over $485,000 for George Harrison's Aston Martin

LONDON -- An Aston Martin once owned by George Harrison sold for $485,000 (310,000 pounds)*at auction Wednesday,
according to NBC News, citing British Press Association reports

http://worldnews.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/07/9283693-houston-beatles-fan-pays-over-485000-for-george-harrisons-aston-martin

msLinds

12-10-2011, 02:33 AM

Just Luxe
December 9, 2011
Band-Signed Copy of 1964 'Meet The Beatles' Album to Sell at Auction

An original copy of the 1964 'Meet The Beatles' album cover signed by John, Paul, George, and Ringo will be the headlining lot at the upcoming Music & Entertainment Signature Auction this month in Dallas, Texas. The copy of the Fab Four's first U.S.-release is expected to sell for $75,000.

http://www.justluxe.com/lifestyle/arts/feature-1687916.php

Press Party
December 9, 2011
Exclusive Beatles 'Yellow Submarine' Book Available Free On Apple's iBookstore Starting Today, December 9th

LONDON, England,Dec. 9, 2011 --Following the recent first anniversary of The Beatles catalog's worldwide digital exclusivityon the iTunes Store® (www.iTunes.com), an exclusive Beatles 'Yellow Submarine' book that lets readers tap their iPad, iPhone and iPod touch to immerse themselves in the legendary film's colorful sights and sounds is available for free download on Apple's iBookstore worldwide starting today. The iBookstore is available via the free iBooks App for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, and at www.iTunes.com/iBookstore.

http://www.pressparty.com/pg/newsdesk/londonnewsdesk/view/36821/

BBC News Liverpool
December 9, 2011
Liverpool's Epstein Theatre to open as live music venue

A Liverpool theatre, renamed after Beatle's manager Brian Epstein, is to open as a live music venue.The Epstein theatre, previously called The Neptune, has undergone a £1m refurbishment, completed in July.The venue will be operated by Liverpool Sound City, which will also use the venue to showcase pop culture in art and drama productions.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-16111499

Sky News
December 10,201
The Beatles cross Abbey Road again - Video

The famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Hollywood marked the 31st anniversary of John Lennon's death with a new wax display of the Beatles crossing Abbey Road.Fans turned out to see the display, and place flowers at the feet of Lennon's life-like figure.The Beatles are one of the most requested wax displays at the museum.

http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=694942&vId=2908701&cId=Showbiz

Liverpool commemorates John Lennon at European Peace Monument
December 9, 2011

Liverpool, England -- Fans of the late Beatle John Lennon came together last night in Liverpool to pay their respects to the music legend as the world marked the 31st anniversary of his death.Crowds of people from all over the world gathered at the "Peace & Harmony" monument dedicated to John in its new location at Kings Dock outside of ACC Liverpool, home to BT Convention Centre and Echo Arena by the River Mersey. They took part in a moving candlelit vigil and were led in song by local musicians.The vigil marks just the second time that Liverpool has had a place for people to gather to celebrate the life of Lennon and his legacy of peace through his music. The "Peace & Harmony" monument was unveiled in October 9th 2010 on the 70th anniversary of Lennon's birth by his son Julian and first wife Cynthia to worldwide media acclaim.

msLinds

12-11-2011, 09:54 PM

Everyone have a safe,positive and great upcoming week and take care.

Art Lyst - London Art Network
December 10, 2011

Yoko Ono Selected For Olympic Festival Exhibition
London's Serpentine Gallery prepares for major new Ono show, but will it be a grapefruit?

Yoko Ono, the 78 year old widow of the late Beatles' guitarist/songwriter John Lennon is preparing for the most important exhibition of her quasi conceptual work, for ten years. The prestigious Serpentine gallery is mounting this timely exhibition which will reflect upon the enormous impact that she has made on contemporary art, exploring her influential role in art, music, film and performance. Her first exhibition in a London public institution for more than a decade, Ono will present new and existing works, some of which have rarely been shown in the UK. These will include installations, films and performances, as well as architectural alterations to the galleries.   As a part of her exhibition, Ono will present SMILE, a large-scale project which will be exhibited at the Serpentine and online for the London 2012 Festival. Conceived as a way of connecting people across the world, the project invites people to upload and send an image of their smiles, to create a global anthology of portraits.

http://www.artlyst.com/articles/yoko-ono-selected-for-olympic-festival-exhibition

Express.uk
December 11, 2011
AARON JOHNSON IS LIAM GALLAGHER’S CHOICE FOR JOHN LENNON

He won plaudits for his portrayal of the young John Lennon in the hit film Nowhere Boy and now it seems actor Aaron Johnson could be reprising the role of the legendary star in Liam Gallagher’s forthcoming Beatles biopic.Gallagher, 39, is backing an adaptation of the book The Longest Cocktail Party by Richard DiLello, which highlights the excessive goings on at the Beatles’ company Apple Corps in the late Sixties.With filming expected to begin next year, it’s emerged that Johnson, 21, is the favourite to land the part of Lennon, whom he last played in 2009. “Aaron is the one they want and it seems there’s a good chance he’ll come on board,” we’re told.“Liam was impressed with Aaron in Nowhere Boy. He really seemed to capture Lennon’s spirit better than any other actor. Aaron became very attached to the role and the feeling is he’d jump at the chance to play him again if the circumstances are right. It probably all depends on schedules now.”

http://www.express.co.uk/features/view/289353

‪Imagine-John Lennon Memorial-Central Park, NYC 2011‬

This video was taken at 10:50 pm on December 8th, 2011 at the John Lennon Memorial in Strawberry Fields in Central Park, NYC. The video begins at moment of silence, taken at 10:50 pm every year at the memorial, the time that Lennon was reportedly shot in front of the Dakota, 31 years ago. It then continues as the crowd erupts into song, singing one of John Lennon's more beloved works, Imagine. Each year, on the anniversary of his death, thousands of people from all over the world, flock to Strawberry Fields to pay their respects, toting with them flowers, candles, guitars and other musical instruments. All day and night, no matter what time, you will find people gathered together around the memorial,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOyFyWgkKA0&feature=related

John Lennon Memorial.m4v‬ - December 8, 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cJ9iyj_NyQ
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JOHN LENNON'S 71ST BIRTHDAY AT IMAGINE MOZIAC IN CENTRAL PARK'S STRAWBERRY FIELDS.‬
October 9, 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xR0IgZcmGo

msLinds

12-12-2011, 09:33 PM

Jaunted
December 7, 2011
Here, There and Everywhere with The Beatles: The Liverpool Museum

This Thursday, December 8, marks the 31st anniversary of the day John Lennon was shot and killed outside his apartment in New York City. While fans of Lennon and The Beatles will come together at Central Park's Strawberry Fields to remember him, we'll spend this week focusing on other places to visit to dip into Beatles history.Today: Liverpool's "The Beatles Story" Museum.Love The Beatles' music, but not up on your Beatles history ? This is where to come for something like Beatles 101, with a dash of Liverpool's own music past. The museum is divided into two buildings, one with a 4D film and the other with the bulk of the experience, which takes visitors from the start of The Beatles' fame with mock-ups of the clubs they played and the radio stations that played them, clear through to John Lennon's white piano.

http://www.jaunted.com/story/2011/12/7/22628/0385/travel/Here%2C+There+and+Everywhere+with+The+Beatles%3A+The+Liverpool+Museum

http://www.jaunted.com/travel-photos/full/309/The+Beatles+Story+Museum

Examiner
December 11, 2011
New book will list over 40 years of Paul McCartney recording sessions

Italian journalist Luca Perasi will publish a new book detailing Paul McCartney's recording sessions from the late '60s to the present early next year.The book, titled "Paul McCartney: Recording Sessions (1969-2011)," will initially be published in Italian in January. An English version is due sometime around February, Perasi says."Over 13 years in making and over 300 pages, I did a lot of researches and interviewed over 30 musicians to cover all Paul McCartney's solo career, song by song, with 'Who played what' section for each track and recording dates and studios," he told us.

http://www.examiner.com/paul-mccartney-in-national/new-paul-mccartney-recording-sessions-book-due-next-year

Examiner
December 9, 2011
John Lennon fans come together in Liverpool for memorial celebration

Fans of the late Beatle John Lennon came together Wednesday night in Liverpool to pay their respects as the world marked the 31st anniversary of his death.An international crowd gathered at the Peace & Harmony monument dedicated to Lennon at Kings Dock by the River Mersey. The event included a candlelight vigil and music from local musicians.The vigil marked only the second time that Liverpool has had a place for people to gather to celebrate the life of Lennon and his legacy of peace through his music, organizers say. The monument, sculpted by Lauren Voiers, was unveiled on Oct. 9, 2010, on the 70th anniversary of Lennon’s birth by his first wife Cynthia Lennon and son Julian.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/john-lennon-fans-come-together-liverpool-for-memorial-celebration

Examiner
December 12, 2011
John Lennon fans in Los Angeles celebrate his life at candlelight vigil

In Los Angeles, as well as Liverpool, fans of John Lennon gathered yesterday to celebrate his life on the date of his death in 1980. In downtown L.A. next to the historic Capitol Records tower where the Beatles held a press conference in 1965, fans held a candlelight tribute with music and speeches.Jerry Rubin, organizer and emcee for the event, told us, "Fans of John Lennon and the Beatles placed flowers, candles and peace messages around Lennon's Hollywood Walk of Fame Star. The fans formed a 'Circle of Peace' around the star as 'Imagine' played over the sound system," he said.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/john-lennon-fans-los-angele-celebrate-his-life-at-candlelight-vigil

msLinds

12-13-2011, 02:25 AM

msLinds

12-13-2011, 02:50 AM

Jim McGuinn Talks with Yoko Ono Lennon
December 8, 2011
Radio interview with Yoko Ono.
9 minutes long

This weekend in Edina, the Galleria hosts Yoko Ono Presents: Imagine Peace, the Artwork of John Lennon. It's a travelling show of John Lennon's
artwork and includes drawings, songs, lyrics, and photos between 1964-1980.

http://minnesota.publicradio.org/collections/special/columns/music_blog/archive/2011/12/jim_mcguinn_tal.shtml?refid=0

msLinds

12-13-2011, 08:52 PM

Gibson
December 12, 2011
Band on the Run: The Harrowing Story Behind Wings’ Classic Album

Making an album – even a classic album – sometimes can be an exercise in overcoming adversity. Still, the monumental troubles that Paul McCartney and Wings had to surmount to record Band on the Run, easily McCartney’s best post-Beatles album, easily could have served as fodder for an epic Hollywood film.

http://www.gibson.com/en-us/Lifestyle/Features/band-on-the-run-1213-2011/

Crossing Abbey Road, digitally
December 13, 2011

Cal Tech and the University of Victoria say they can now download all the tracks of the entire Beatles catalog in one tenth of a second.Cal Tech and University of Victoria engineers have set a new record for how fast one computer can transfer data to another computer at an astounding 186 gigabits, or 23.25 gigabytes, per second. That rate was upheld for 11 hours as files were transferred between UVic and servers at a conference in Seattle over a commercially-available optical network.For a comparison, broadband download speeds in the U.S. average about 3.9Mbps., while Canadians are lucky to get any download speeds higher than a megabit per second.

Jambands
December 12, 2011
The 4th Annual Beatles Complete on Ukulele Marathon Concert

Ukulele master Roger Greenawalt has once again assembled a range of musicians to perform every original Beatles song on the ukulele. The 4th Annual ‘Beatles Complete on Ukulele’ Marathon Concert will take place at New York’s Brooklyn Bowl on January 14 from 3-11 PM. Adam Levy, Nellie McKay, Julian Velard, The Ramblers, Leah Seigel, Casey Shea, Chris Cubeta and The Liars Club, Alyson Greenfield, Bill Sims, Jr., Jingle Punks Orchestra, Martin Rivas, Andrew Vladeck, Erik Deutsch, Suzanna Choffel and Deni Bonet are some of the musicians slated to play the 185 original Beatles songs. Mass Uke Mob will open this year’s show. Previous performances include: Nellie McKay, Ben Kweller, The Pierces, The Naked Brothers Band, Ryan Miller of Guster and many, many more.

http://www.jambands.com/news/2011/12/13/the-4th-annual-beatles-complete-on-ukulele-marathon-concert

San Diego Reader
December 13, 2011
Update: Beatles Amp Pulled from Auction

Those who may have searched Bonham’s auction website in the days following November 29 for news about sale 19037, lot 373w, found a cryptic message posted in red: this lot has been withdrawn. Lot 373 w consisted of one extraordinarily rare amplifier, a Vox UL730 made all the more rare by the windfall discovery that it was said to have belonged to George Harrison.

http://www.sandiegoreader.com/weblogs/jam-session/2011/dec/13/update-beatle-amp-pulled-from-auction/

msLinds

12-14-2011, 03:00 AM

Examiner
December 12, 2011
Musicians band together in annual NYC tribute to John Lennon (pics)

Theatre Within's 31st Annual John Lennon Tribute, a New York City tradition since 1981, took place before a sellout crowd Dec. 10 at New York’s (Le) Poisson Rouge.*The all-star cast featured Steve Forbert, Bettye LaVette, Lucy Kaplansky, Rich Pagano of the Fab Faux, Richard Barone, Marshall Crenshaw, Toshi Reagon, Mike Doughty and others taking on the John Lennon song book. The songs performed included all those from his "John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band" album.The all-star cast featured Steve Forbert, Bettye LaVette, Lucy Kaplansky, Rich Pagano of the Fab Faux, Richard Barone, Marshall Crenshaw, Toshi Reagon, Mike Doughty and others taking on the John Lennon song book. The songs performed included all those from his "John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band" album.

Proceeds from this year's event and the just-released digital live album of last year’s event, "The 30th Annual John Lennon Tribute Live from the Beacon Theatre", which featured artists including Patti Smith, Jackson Browne, Meshell Ndegeocello, Keb Mo', Martin Sexton, Shelby Lynne,Taj Mahal, Bettye LaVette and Aimee Mann, will benefit The Japanese Red Cross’ Tsunami and Earthquake Relief efforts. Yoko Ono has given her support to the event."John would have loved that Theatre Within has produced a special live album of his songs to benefit the Japanese Red Cross and the people still suffering from the tsunami and earthquake," said Yoko Ono.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/musicians-band-together-annual-tribute-to-john-lennon-pics

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/the-31st-annual-john-lennon-tribute-by-theatre-within-picture

The Guardian
December 13, 2011
John Lennon: 'I was sick of White Christmas' – a classic interview from the vaults

In our latest visit to the archives of Rock's Backpages – the world's leading collection of vintage music journalism – we visit John Lennon and Yoko Ono in New York in 1971, just as they're recording a song for Christmas, with the help of Phil Spector. This account of events by Richard Williams was first published in Uncut magazine in 1998

http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/musicblog/2011/dec/13/john-lennon-christmas-rocks-backpages?newsfeed=true

Huffington Post
12/13/2011
Yoko Ono's First UK Exhibition In A Decade Set For London 2012

Yoko Ono will feature at the London 2012 Festival when she exhibits new and rarely seen works at the Serpentine Gallery in what will be her first show in a UK public institution in over a decade.The widow of John Lennon plans to feature her SMILE project in which people are invited to upload an image of themselves smiling to form a ‘global anthology of positive portraits’ – a very modern take on her lifelong mission to ‘spread the love’.As well as featuring SMILE the exhibition will partly be a retrospective of Ono’s influence in contemporary art, music, film and performance since the early 60s when she flirted with Dadaism and the avant-garde collective Fluxus. Fans can expect to see pieces that have never or rarely been shown before in the UK.

http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2011/12/13/yoko-onos-first-uk-exhibi_n_1145573.html

Nico

12-15-2011, 01:25 AM

This is a interesting radio show and interviews etc about John Lennon's life.That was posted on another message board.That I wanted to share with you all here.

NPR On Point - Radio Show from December 8, 2010
45 minutes long
John Lennon: Politics, Pop and Power
The 30th anniversary of John Lennon’s death. We look at his life, music, and cultural legacy.Discussion from an NPR show,
On Point. It was broadcast last year for the 30th anniversary of his death.

http://onpoint.wbur.org/2010/12/08/john-lennon

This was an interesting listen. I love the various perspectives on John.

One thing can be said, MsLinds, John campaigned for a lot of principles that many people of his status wouldn't want to deal with the heat from: peace activism, women's libration, equal rights, etc. He really put himself out there for his beliefs. Some of the things he jumped on, he later admitted were led by his naivete. But I respect his stance and, in his last year, he made it clear he still believed in most of them.

He was a pretty neat fellow, eh? ;)

msLinds

12-15-2011, 08:16 PM

I agree with you Nico was one cool and pretty neat fellow indeed.

Fan Memories earns Grammy nomination
December 14, 2011

ASHVILLE, Tenn. -- "Fab Fan Memories - The Beatles Bond", a Beatles tribute CD produced and recorded in Nashville, Tenn., has received a Grammy nomination as one of five Grammy nominees in the "Best Spoken Word" category. Official Grammy balloting will begin Today, December 14.The CD/audio book, features songs, stories, recollections and fond thoughts about The Beatles from celebrities and everyday fans. The project, which was recorded and mastered by Dennis Scott Productions, features narration by George Harrison's older sister, Louise Harrison, with performances by The Liverpool Legends of Branson, Mo., and The WannaBeatles of Nashville."The recording helps tell The Beatles' story from the fans' perspective," said Louise, who recently appeared on several national TV programs to reflect on her brother's life. "I hope all who listen will recognize the love and sincerity."Released on WannaBeats Records, "Fab Fan Memories" was produced by Scott and WannaBeatles band mates Bryan Cumming, David Toledo and Nathan Burbank. The Liverpool Legends, hand selected by Louise and led by Marty Scott, provide several Beatles covers. Heartfelt and amusing introspections are provided by fans, including special guests such as Nancy Lee Andrews, Janis Ian, Phil Keaggy, Melissa Manchester, Ken Mansfield, Alan Menken, Wesley Orbison, Bruce Spizer, Bill Swan, and Rod Davis of The Quarrymen. The WannaBeatles perform original Beatles-flavored songs on the CD.

http://www.thewannabeatles.com/

http://www.fabfanmemories.com/

BerNews
December 15, 2011
Lennon CD Auditions On Saturday

Bermuda’s singers are being invited to audition on Saturday [Dec. 17] for a tribute album being released to commemorate an act you’ve known for all these years — former Beatle John Lennon, who composed his final songs on the island.The auditions will be held at Chewstick’s headquarters at 28 Elliott Street in Hamilton from 3 pm to 6 pm.Organizer Tony Brannon of the Catch A Wave charitable group said: “This is an opportunity for great local talent to be part of the John Lennon tribute CD being released next summer.” Those selected will be sing on a track being recorded on the island under the supervision of Felix Tod, Bermudian folk-rock star Heather Nova’s producer husband. The tribute CD will be released next June in conjunction with the unveiling of a John Lennon sculpture at the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art celebrating the Liverpool-born singer/songwriter’s creative renaissance*on the island in the summer of 1980

http://bernews.com/2011/12/lennon-cd-auditions-on-saturday/

Construction Enquirer
December 15, 2011
Kier sells home of last live Beatles concert

Kier is selling its property at 3 Savile Row, London for £31.85m.The building is famous as the former home of Apple Records where the Beatles made their last public live appearance on the roof in January 1969.The building has been sold to GHSR LLP and the deal will be finalised once Kier has completed refurbishment work.

http://www.constructionenquirer.com/2011/12/15/kier-sells-home-of-last-live-beatles-concert/

Sonic State
December 14, 2011
THAT Beatles Chord Revealed By Randy Bachman

I must say, I have never had a debate with anyone about the chord at the beginning of 'A Hard Day's Night' by The Beatles, but I have sat and wondered many times how such a beautiful sound was created.Others have debated about it however, and there is a great deal of online literature on the matter. Finally, it seems we have closure on the matter from Randy Bachman, who was privileged enough to listen to the master tracks.

http://www.sonicstate.com/amped/2011/12/14/that-beatles-chord-revealed-by-randy-bachman/

SF Weekly
December 15, 2011
Albert Maysles Reveals the Human Behind ex-Beatle Paul McCartney in The Love We Make

Some celebrities have had such a huge impact on our culture that it's difficult to imagine them as individual human beings. But filmmaker Albert Maysles has built a career out of quietly capturing the character of each of his subjects, including American Bible salesmen (Salesman), Big Edie and Little Edie Beale (Grey Gardens), The Rolling Stones (Gimme Shelter), and The Beatles (What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA). Co-directed with Bradley Kaplan, Maysles' new documentary The Love We Make follows a former Beatle (and one of the most beloved figures in pop music) during the weeks immediately following the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

http://blogs.sfweekly.com/exhibitionist/2011/12/paul_mccartney_albert_maysles.php

Blottr
December 14, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney Plays The 100 Club

Sir Paul McCartney has performed an intimate lunchtime gig at the 100 Club on London's Oxford Street, a historic music venue faced with closure.
Just 300 fans were treated to the smallest show the ex Beatle has played in over a decade. The set*lasted two hours, and included songs by the Beatles, Wings and from Sir Paul's extensive solo back catalogue.He was met by huge applause when he first stepped onstage and said: "Please Mr 100 Club, try and keep it open because it's a really cool place."

http://www.blottr.com/uk/breaking-news/sir-paul-mccartney-plays-100-club

Contact Music
December 15, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney - Sir Paul Mccartney Thanks Russian Fans

Sir Paul McCartney has thanked Russian fans for giving him a warm welcome for his third show in the country.Sir Paul McCartney has thanked Russian fans for giving him a warm welcome.The legendary Beatles musician took his On The Run tour to Moscow's Olimpiysky complex in Russia yesterday (14.12.11), and as he left, sent a message thanking fans for welcoming his show back.

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/sir-paul-mccartney-thanks-russian-fans_1275957

Ultimate Classic
December 15, 2011
Paul McCartney’s ‘Take it Away’ Video Notes Bring In Over $25,000 at Auction

Scraps of paper might cost you big bucks! That is if those scraps are handwritten notes from Sir Paul McCartney! In a recent Gotta Have Rock*And Roll auction, Paul’s script notes for the ‘Take It Away’ music video sold for a whopping $25,941.00. The starting price was $10,000, and the 7th bid was the lucky one! What basically amounts to a screenplay for the ‘Take It Away’ video was full of notations and directions from McCartney. Beatle items are always in high demand, but items like this are truly one of a kind!

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/paul-mccartney-take-it-away-video-notes-bring-in-over-25000/

msLinds

12-17-2011, 12:55 PM

Everyone have a safe and great weekend and take care.

Sean Lennon performs at annual Christmas concert with Rufus and Martha Wainwright and family

The New York Times
December 16, 2011
In the Tradition of a Matriarch, This Family Keeps Crooning and Caroling

“A Not So Silent Night,” the concert at Town Hall on Thursday, was a typical Christmastime family gathering: motley, convivial, multigenerational, jokey, affectionate, conscious of passing years and tinged with both skepticism and faith. There wasn’t any bickering, though. The family onstage happens to be packed with singers and songwriters — troupers all — and this year the next generation was resuming a tradition.Rufus and Martha Wainwright, children of the songwriters Kate McGarrigle and Loudon Wainwright III, have taken up their mother’s annual Christmas-concert-cum-family-reunion project, which was last presented in New York City in 2008; she died in 2010. This year’s show, a benefit for the Kate McGarrigle Fund for Sarcoma Research, easily reclaimed the homey charm of its predecessors, in a concert that hopscotched through the Christmas repertory, from old carols to brand-new songs, from hymns to Tin Pan Alley to rock. The wardrobe featured glitter, tinsel and quasi-medieval costumes, although Ms. Wainwright’s top was apparently from a marching band uniform.Friends were there too, including Lou Reed, Laurie Anderson and Marianne Faithfull, as well as a coterie of second-generation songwriters: Sean Lennon, who led a singalong of John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “Happy Xmas (War Is Over),” and Jenni Muldaur and Teddy Thompson, who teased through “Baby, It’s Cold Outside.”Mr. Reed had family in mind, with his guitar tolling as he sang John Lennon’s desolate “Mother,” joined by Sean Lennon on piano.

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/17/arts/music/wainwright-and-mcgarrigle-families-at-town-hall-review.html?_r=1

Mail Online
December 16, 2011

Sir Paul and a chip off the old rocker: McCartney flies from arena show to tiny pub gig... to see his son James perform

Hours after performing in front of 26,000 fans in Moscow, Sir Paul McCartney was on the plane home for an equally important concert date.This time he was in the audience – and the performer was his only son, James.The crowd in a North London bar amounted to no more than 100. But 34-year-old James was delighted with the reception he received from a family party which also included his elder sisters Mary and Stella.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2075149/James-McCartney-joined-dad-Paul-sisters-Mary-Stella-Camden-gig.html

Ultimate Classic Rock
December 16, 2011
Paul McCartney Announces New Album ‘My Valentine’

Ahh, romance. It will certainly be in the air when Sir Paul McCartney releases his brand new album titled ‘My Valentine’ on Feb. 7 via the Concord/Hear Music label.Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the album will feature romantic ballads — originals and covers — rooted in the sounds of days gone by. McCartney described the album to Direct Current as such: “This will sound like the years between 1920-1940,” he said,”these are songs I heard. My family, my uncles, everybody sang.”Last spring, McCartney talked to Rolling Stone about wanting to do a ‘pop standards’ type album saying, “I’ve wanted to do that kind of thing forever, since the Beatle days.”

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/paul-mccartney-announces-new-album-my-valentine/

Nico

12-18-2011, 02:11 AM

msLinds, check out this lovely new photo of Julian and Sean!

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-L53eq5l3MK8/Tu1-3BVyOUI/AAAAAAAAMDQ/o_cz5jZ_SoI/s522/tumblr_lwds8aV9Vn1qgv804o1_500.jpg

And this great video of Sean performing "Happy Xmas (War is Over)" with Marianne Faitfull, Lou Reed, Marta & Rufus, and others!

<iframe width="480" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/OU_5FygulzI" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

msLinds

12-18-2011, 02:37 AM

Great photograph of both brothers Sean and Julian together.Thanks Nico for posting that video. I love that song.

msLinds

12-18-2011, 01:30 PM

E Junkie - infor
December 17, 2011
'In The Memory Of John Lennon & Yoko Ono' - A Beautiful Typographic-Illustration Series

Imagine there's no heaven
It's easy if you try
No hell below us
Above us only sky
Imagine all the people living for today.."

Yes - I am talking about the album 'Imagine' by John Lennon. It's futile collecting facts that shows how hit and famous it was. Even today, it sounds divine. The above lyrics is from the opening track 'Imagine'; written and composed by John Lennon himself. And now look at your left, a beautiful typographical illustration depicting the title of this heavenly song by very talented Karina Eibatova.Karina Eibatova, aka Eika is a Russian artist and runs Dopludo Collective.*Karina specializes in drawing, illustrations, video, calligraphic and typographic art. It's commendable how she has combined John Lennon's Imagine and his love with his soulmate and wife Yoko Ono. They both shared a great love and have a beautiful love story. The alphabet 'M' in the illustration depicts John and Yoko.

http://www.e-junkie.info/2011/12/in-memory-of-john-lennon-yoko-ono.html

http://www.behance.net/gallery/Illustration-_-Typography/633527

The Style Of Sean Lennon
A Tumblr displaying the style of a dapper gentleman, Sean Ono Lennon.

http://thestyleofseanlennon.tumblr.com/

http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/sean+lennon

Herald Sun
December 18, 2011
Yoko Ono gets Emmanuel Kelly a gig in US

MELBOURNE's Emmanuel Kelly will meet the casting directors and producers of US show The Glee Project in January. Kelly, 17, attracted the attention of producers after Yoko Ono tweeted after his performance of John Lennon's Imagine on The X Factor in September.Ono's Tweet to Emmanuel read: "Thank you, Emmanuel. You sang beautifully! Thank you. John would have been proud of you. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Love, Yoko,"

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/confidential/yoko-ono-gets-emmanuel-kelly-a-gig-in-us/story-e6frf96x-1226224812679

http://www.pedestrian.tv/entertainment/news/yoko-ono-gives-x-factor-contestant-a-shot-at-glee/60531.htm

Examiner
December 15, 2011
Oh you beautiful dolls, part 2: Paul McCartney and band immortalized in Russia

Fans in Russia gave Paul McCartney a surprise gift a few minutes before the show he played in Moscow on Wednesday. Beatles.ru, a community of Russian-speaking fans with more than 20,000 members in Russia and around the world, presented the former Beatle and his band with a traditional Russian matryoshka doll. Commonly referred to in the West as nesting dolls, this is a set of dolls of increasing sizes placed one inside the other. The gift was a similar one as was given to Ringo Starr and his band in June.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/oh-you-beautiful-dolls-part-2-paul-mccartney-and-band-immortalized-russian

msLinds

12-19-2011, 08:45 PM

Ultimate Classic Rock
December 18, 2011
Beatles VI Is Here!’ Poster Sells for $6,300

An ultra-rare ‘Beatles VI’ in-store promotional poster recently sold at an eBay auction for $6,300. This could very well be the rarest Beatles promo poster in the world. Seventeen bids were placed before the 20×28 inch rarity sold late last month.“Beatles VI Is Here!” is printed in block letters across the top of the black-and-white photo of the Fab Four, with album art of the first five records printed along the bottom edge. In perfect promo fashion, each pictured record has its catalog number underneath it.

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/beatles-vi-poster-sells-big-mone/

Liverpool Echo
December 19, 2011
Sir Paul McCartney explains why he’s invited Liverpool FC and Everton FC teams to his Liverpool concert

That night Sir Paul expressed regret that the original Cavern has never been excavated.He said: “It seems a shame. Like I said on the night, if they can excavate the pyramids, why not the Cavern? It can’t be that difficult. Maybe there are too many big buildings on top of it, I don’t know. They built the replica to one side, but it seems daft that no-one will dig out the old one and at least see what state it’s in.“It’s like if you had a replica of the Houses of Parliament people would still want the real thing. Saying that, it wouldn’t be the same without Paddy, the old doorman.”

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/in-the-mix/2011/12/19/sir-paul-mccartney-tells-jade-wright-why-he-s-invited-the-liverpool-and-everton-teams-to-his-gig-100252-29976205/2/

New Blaze
December 19, 2011
A Metamorphosis of iTunes Yellow Submarine Renders It Unrecognizable !

(Verse 2) "Child-like, no one understands. Jack knife, in your sweaty hands. Some kind of innocence is measured out in miles. What makes you think you're something special when you smile? (Chorus) You can talk to me, You can talk to me, If you're lonely you can talk to me." Hey Bulldog - The Beatles.The red-velvet cake recording light is on! We're ('I am he as you are he') in the studio making our next record. Will this take be a keeper? Yes, it's a keeper! Hey Bulldog is the best song on Yellow Submarine, but the only problem I can see, is that The Beatles' classic rocker is not included on the newest version, which was just made available on itunes on December 9th.

http://newsblaze.com/story/20111219062955kays.nb/topstory.html

Dinosaur Album Guides
December 17, 2011
The Beatles - Please Please Me, The Definitive Guide

Dinosaur Album Guides launch the first in an exciting new series; a definitive guide to The Beatles debut LP, Please Please Me. For iPad & Kindle.*We leave no stone unturned as we trace the history of this seminal rock album. Each song is broken down into sub-sections of background, recording, analysis, impact and discography, as we present you with all the details you ever wanted to know. Who plays which instrument, which amplifiers were used, how many takes were involved, what were the individual influences behind each song, how were the songs recorded, and much more. In addition, quotes from the band members and EMI staff help to flesh-out the story behind each song, as well as the album itself. The

http://onlynorthernsongs.blogspot.com/2011/12/beatles-please-please-me-definitive.html

msLinds

12-20-2011, 08:28 PM

Music Feeds
December 21, 2011
Listen: Paul McCartney ‘My Valentine (Feat. Eric Clapton)’ New Song

Paul McCartney has released a track from his upcoming new solo album, due for release in February next year. Eric Clapton lends his guitar to this version of the song My Valentine, and you can also expect Stevie Wonder to pop up on another song from the album as well.McCartney has said the album will be mostly made up of cover songs, from the music that influenced him in his childhood and early song writing days. Two original songs will also be included in the tracks. The untitled album will be released around the 6th of February.

http://musicfeeds.com.au/news/listen-paul-mccartney-my-valentine-feat-eric-clapton-new-song/

Liverpool Confidential
December 20, 2011
Exclusive: Place where Beatles 'discovered' to be torn down
Most important music deal in history struck 50 years ago in NEMS building

THE building in Liverpool where the Beatles signed what has been described as the most important music contract of all time is to be demolished.John, Paul, George and their then drummer Pete Best signed up on January 24, 1962 with Epstein at the headquarters in Liverpool’s Whitechapel of family-owned NEMS.It propelled the four lads from Liverpool into the four that “shook the world” and put the Mersey Sound and the city onto the global stage. In 2008, when the piece of paper was auctioned in London for £240,000, it was described as the ‘most important music contract of all time’.

http://www.liverpoolconfidential.co.uk/News-and-Comment/Exclusive-Place-where-Beatles-were-discovered-to-be-torn-down-Liverpool

American Songwriter
December 19, 2011
Seth Swirsky

As the sole writer of the classic “Love Is a Beautiful Thing,” recorded by Al Green and several others, and a co-writer of hits by Taylor Dayne (“Tell It to My Heart”), Michael McDonald (“Tear It Up”) and more, Seth Swirsky has bragging rights to a lot of airplay and legendary artist coverage. He had writing deals with Chappell Music (which became Warner-Chappell Music) and EMI Music as he honed his craft, writing melodic and emotional music that appealed to millions. Then he decided enough was enough.Swirsky tired of the staff songwriting and pop music rat races and decided to take the road less traveled as he pursued some other loves, namely, baseball and the Beatles. Swirsky has authored three successful books about baseball, and his video documentary Beatles Stories, which features interviews with people close to, and maybe not so close to, the Fab Four, will be available in the spring of 2012 to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ signing with EMI.

http://www.americansongwriter.com/2011/12/seth-swirsky/

Nico

12-20-2011, 09:56 PM

MsLinds, thanks for the Macca song. I don't care for it, sorry. The music is pretty but the song is far too schmaltzy. Some people are ripping on his voice, it doesn't bother me because it's Paul and I will always love his voice- but I can't with this song...Julian Lennon's first single had way more punch and better arrangement, songwriting. I am shocked. Not to say Julian isn't capable of that, but I expect better from Paul.

Also, I saw this Seth Swirsky documentary and guess who he interviewed? Wait for it...

FRED SEAMAN!!!!

So that tells you exactly the worth of his doc, sad to say. There's some decent interviews, and actually Jack Douglas comes out pretty well, but overall it's average. I don't think he did all that well with John's side and that is because a lot of John people didn't want to be interviewed. :shrug:

Thank you for all the news!!!!

msLinds

12-21-2011, 10:15 PM

Your welcome Nico about the news updates. Fred Seaman is a convicted thief and scumbag.Thats all I want to say about that.I also like Julian's first single better to.I want to wish everyone a Happy Winter Solstice,Happy Hanukkah,Merry Christmas and happy Kwanza.I hope you all have a safe,positive and enjoyable and great Holiday season.Take care of yourselves.

Sean Lennon, Lou Reed and Rufus Wainwright and family - photographs
December 15, 2011

http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikeskliar/6521713649/?q=sean%20lennon

http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikeskliar/6521678901/?q=sean%20lennon

http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikeskliar/6521711035/

Noise11
December 22, 2011
Yoko Ono To Be Awarded Austrian Kokoschka Art Prize

Musician, artist and Beatle widow Yoko Ono has been chosen as 2012’s winner of Austria’s Oskar Kokoschka art prize.The jury chose Ono for her “artistic body of work and the dedicated socio-political positioning” and her “outstanding artistic personality” associated with the Fluxus movement in the ‘60s, according to a (statement from jury chairman Gerald Bast, director of the University of Applied Arts (via GoogleTranslate).The prize, named after 20th century Austrian Expressionist painter and poet Oskar Kokoschka, was established in the year of his death in 1980 and is awarded biannually to outstanding contemporary artists and comes with a nifty €20,000.

http://www.noise11.com/news/yoko-ono-to-be-awarded-austrian-kokoschka-art-prize-20111222

Heraldi.ie
December 21, 2011
Did Heather leak her own voicemail of Macca pleas ?

Paul McCartney's ex-wife Heather Mills may have leaked her own private voicemail messages to a newspaper, Britain's hacking inquiry has been told.Former Daily Mirror editor Piers Morgan was quizzed by the Leveson Inquiry about an article he wrote in 2006 detailing a "heartbreaking" message left by the former Beatle for his then wife.Mr Morgan repeatedly refused to disclose the source of the recording, prompting inquiry chairman Lord Juststice Leveson to suggest calling "the lady in question" to get to the bottom of the matter.Mr Morgan, speaking by video link from the US, said it had been "stated as a fact" that Ms Mills recorded their conver-sations and had given them to the media.

http://www.herald.ie/entertainment/around-town/did-heather-leak-her-own-voicemail-of-macca-pleas-2969618.html

The Sun
December 22, 2011
Macca falls off stage at end of gig
The music legend, 69, fell down stairs while leaving the stage after a gig in Liverpool.But ex-Beatle Sir Paul "just dusted himself down".A source said:
"He's not accident-prone so it's unusual for him to be clumsy. He saw the funny side."

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/bizarre/4014522/Sir-Paul-McCartney-falls-off-stage-Macca-falls-down-stairs-after-Liverpool-gig.html

Belfast Telegraph
December 21, 2011
McCartney honoured in home city

Sir Paul McCartney has been honoured in his home city with an "icon" award.The former Beatle, 69, returned to Liverpool yesterday (Tuesday) to stage the sell-out finale to his On The Run world tour at the city's Echo Arena.

http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainment/music/news/mccartney-honoured-in-home-city-16094015.html

Liverpool Echo
December 21, 2011
REVIEW: Paul McCartney wows a packed Liverpool ECHO Arena

SIR Paul McCartney turned back the clock at the Liverpool ECHO arena, playing songs from across his glittering career with The Beatles and beyond.Dressed in a black suit and pink shirt he kicked off with Hello Goodbye, Junior’s Farm and All My Loving on his trademark Hofner violin bass."Well hello Liverpool. This is the last night of our tour and what a place to end it," he grinned.To mark his homecoming, he delighted the capacity crowd with a three hour set of familiar hits and fan favourites.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/in-the-mix/2011/12/21/review-paul-mccartney-wows-a-packed-liverpool-echo-arena-100252-29987375/

Daily Mail
December 21, 2011
What a romantic! Sir Paul McCartney to release wedding song written for wife Nancy

Sir Paul McCartney is preparing to release the song he wrote for his new wife Nancy Shevell and performed on their wedding day. The track is called My Valentine, and will feature on a new album due for release in February.The old romantic penned the song after falling in love with Nancy, his third wife, in 2009.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2076955/Paul-McCartney-My-Valentine-Wedding-song-written-Nancy-Shevell-released.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

msLinds

12-23-2011, 12:01 AM

Ultimate Classic Rock
December 22, 2011
An Autographed ‘Meet The Beatles’ Album Can Be Yours… For $90,000

Need one last big-ticket gift for that Beatles fan in your life? How about an original copy of their debut album ‘Meet the Beatles,’ signed by all four members of the group? Looks and sounds pretty great, right? The only catch is, you’ll need almost $90,000 to play the role of Santa Claus in this manner.After the album failed to reach the minimum desired bid in their music & entertainment signature auction on Dec. 13, Heritage Auctions is hoping that a fixed price — $89,625, specifically — will help this incredible piece of rock history find a home.

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/meet-the-beatles-autographed-auction/

Scotman
December 23, 2011
Pupils make last-minute dash for ex-Beatle’s home concert

There are some last-minute bookings which are impossible to refuse.And when the call comes from an ex-Beatle and knight of the realm, you’ll pull out all the stops to make sure it comes together.The Loretto School Pipe Band got a call asking them to appear alongside Sir Paul McCartney – with just four days’ notice.The band were specifically sought out by Sir Paul’s director of music to perform at his homecoming concert at Liverpool’s Echo Arena on Tuesday night.Pipe Major Colin Pryde received the call while he was in the middle of teaching at the Musselburgh school last week, asking if the band could join Sir Paul on stage for his performance of Mull of Kintyre.

http://www.scotsman.com/news/education/pupils_make_last_minute_dash_for_ex_beatle_s_home_concert_1_2021327

Jalopnik
December 22, 2011
John Lennon drove this Amphicat at his English country estate

Tittenhurst Park was John Lennon and Yoko Ono's 72-acre estate in Berkshire county in the South of England. According to a book on Lennon's life, he often raced over the "hilly greensward" with his son Julian on an Amphicat six wheeler.In the biography John Lennon: The Life, author Philip Norman recounts Lennon's spacious home and property as a "seven-year-old's paradise." Julian would later call it a "house of fun." Norman writes:

http://jalopnik.com/5870526/john-lennon-drove-this-amphicat-at-his-english-country-estate

Tokyo Art Beat
December 21, 2011
Shining Light on Disaster

Following the presentation of the “Tragedy, Art, and Peace” talk at the Mori Art Museum in August this year, and the Yokohama Triennale that included her telephone installation, the prolific Yoko Ono has once again captivated Tokyo with new works. In not one but two exhibitions currently being displayed barely a few kilometers apart, Ono looks to address further the experience of trauma and loss, this time focusing on the mechanisms of remembrance and experience. Located in Gallery 360° is a show entitled “I WANT YOU TO REMEMBER ME”, whilst a few train stops west of this the “LIGHT” exhibition is running at Tomio Koyama Gallery. With these two shows there are some superficial as well as thematic similarities, but their approaches to a common subject deviate from each other profoundly.

http://www.tokyoartbeat.com/tablog/entries.en/2011/12/shining-light-on-disaster.html

msLinds

12-24-2011, 03:01 AM

Paper Mag
December 23, 2011
Flashback Friday: Mark Ronson and Sean Lennon's High School Band, Whole Earth Mamas

So while procrastinating on the Internet last night, we fell into a deep, dark Internet K-hole, which involved Google-Image-searching "Whole Earth Mamas," Mark Ronson's high school band (which he talked to us about in our 2008 cover story on him). The search led us to the amazing photo above, which features Sean Lennon in the background on the guitar, Mark in the front wearing a hoodie, and someone named Sean Zanni next to him (who we discovered once dated Liv Tyler -- we told you, were in an Internet K-hole!!). We love everything about this photo.

http://www.papermag.com/2011/12/flashback_friday_mark_ronson_a.php

BBC Radio
December 23, 2011
When The Beatles met Elvis

A new exhibition documents the meeting.A new exhibition at the Beatles Story Museum in Liverpool tells the story of the one occasion when the Beatles met their once hero Elvis. The exhibiton charts Elvis' influence on The Beatles, from their early days as The Quarrymen, through to their meeting in 1965. It goes on to document their subsequent careers through to Elvis' campaign to*have John Lennon removed from the country for his anti war protests. The exhibition features lots of original artefacts which have never been on display before.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/news/20111223_elvis.shtml

Daily Mail Online
December 24, 2011
The greatest musician on the planet: An awestruck JAN MOIR joins 69-year-old Paul McCartney as he completes an exhausting world tour

Before the concert begins, he stands in the shadows just to the left of the stage. In his lifetime, he has played more than three thousand shows just like this. Some bigger, some smaller, but all of them to a devoted following whose fidelity has never waned.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2078228/The-greatest-musician-planet-An-awestruck-JAN-MOIR-joins-69-year-old-Paul-McCartney-completes-exhausting-world-tour.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

The Sun
December 24, 2011
Paul McCartney doubles his earnings

PAUL McCartney can nearly afford to do a weekly food shop at Marks & Spencer now.The former Beatle has almost doubled his earnings in the past year. His income for 2011 is £29million, compared to £16.4million in 2010. The singer's company made a pre-tax profit of £12.8million, up by more than £9million from the year before.

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/bizarre/4017167/Paul-McCartney-doubles-his-earnings.html

Truth Dive
December 22, 2011
Heather Mills denies disclosing McCartney’s ‘heartbreaking’ message to Piers Morgan

London, Dec 22 (ANI): Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney’s ex-wife Heather Mills has denied she had never disclosed her private voice mail messages to former Daily Mirror editor Piers Morgan.At the Leveson Inquiry into press standards, it was revealed that Mills might have leaked her own private voice mail messages from Sir Paul to Morgan.Mills, however, said in a statement that Morgan was using her as a “scapegoat”.“For the avoidance of doubt, I can categorically state that I have never ever played Piers Morgan a tape of any kind, never mind a voice message from my ex-husband,” The Telegraph quoted Mills, as saying.

http://truthdive.com/2011/12/22/Heather-Mills-denies-disclosing-McCartney-s-heartbreaking-message-to-Piers-Morgan.html

msLinds

12-26-2011, 01:21 AM

Hindustantimes
December 25, 2011
Inspire me, India: Yoko Ono

Yoko Ono is Delhi-bound. The avant-garde artist, best known as the wife of late Beatles legend John Lennon, will be in the Capital in January to introduce India to her art. The 78-year-old, who is a singer, bestselling author, pioneering artist and keen activist, says she’s looking forward to being “inspired” by the land. “The visit in the past was just to appreciate and enjoy India’s land and culture; this time I am coming for encouragement and inspiration,” she says in an interview from New York.

http://www.hindustantimes.com/Entertainment/Music/Inspire-me-India-Yoko-Ono/Article1-786956.aspx

NME
December 26, 2011
The Beatles Through The Years - video

The new issue of NME - on sale Wednesday December 28th 2011 - celebrates a lesser-known chapter of The Beatles' career. To celebrate, here's a look at the changing look of the band throughout the '60s.

http://www.nme.com/nme-video/the-beatles-through-the-years/1343261953001

NPR
December 23, 2011
Christmas With The Beatles' Opens In Kreuzberg

Artist and gallerist Manfred Kirschner's favorite toy is a portable orange record player.Kirschner often uses his player, made in the 1970's, to listen to "Yellow Submarine." The Beatles record was a Christmas present from his older brother."My first records were Beatles records because I love this music," Kirschner says. "It was played in the radio, and it was different to the other stuff. Not really like what was in the hit parade, so it's very personal."The 44 year-old runs "Crystal Ball," a gallery for contemporary art in Kreuzberg. It's a bit like a living room for artists.At openings, Kirschner likes to DJ and often serves home made soup. For the last show of the year, he treated himself to a Christmas gift, inviting artists to interpret the Beatles.

http://www.npr.org/2011/12/22/144144357/christmas-with-the-beatles-opens-in-kreuzberg

The Sacramento Bee
December 23, 2011
'Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles' comes to Sacramento

At the beginning and at the end, the Beatles were a rock 'n' roll band – not just any band of course, but arguably the greatest, most enduring, most influential and certainly one of the most successful. They've sold more albums in the United States than any other artists and had more No. 1 albums on the British charts while holding on to No. 1 longer than any other musical act. Due to that popularity, their lasting cultural impact is undeniable.Still they were a band, starting out playing Elvis Presley covers in dark little clubs before finding massive fame and fortune, then ultimately breaking up as most bands do. The individual talents, though considerable, never quite matched the sum of the collective parts, but having gone their separate ways, fate intervened so there never could be a reunion. The band's music has lived on, inspiring generations of musicians to imitate the sounds and styles. It also still engages fans, from those who remember tearing the plastic sleeves off new copies of the "Abbey Road" LP to those not yet born when John Lennon was killed.

http://www.sacbee.com/2011/12/23/4138788/rain-a-tribute-to-the-beatles.html

msLinds

12-26-2011, 02:12 PM

Examiner
December 24, 2011
Having a 'Wonderful Christmastime' with Wings guitarist Laurence Jube

On the day after Christmas, Paul McCartney's former lead guitarist Laurence Juber is immersed in finishing his latest studio album. *From 1978 through 1981, Juber was a member of the third most successful act of the 1970s*– Wings.During the talented guitar virtuoso's tenure, Wings had incredible hit singles, including "Goodnight Tonight," "Arrow Through Me," "Getting Closer," and the massive success of "Coming Up." Since then, Juber continues to release albums on a regular basis, perform studio and soundtrack sessions, and tour.

http://www.examiner.com/pop-culture-in-national/having-a-wonderful-christmastime-with-wings-guitarist-laurence-juber

Noise11
December 26, 2011
Paul McCartney In The Beatles Birthplace

Paul McCartney has returned home to Liverpool, the birthplace of The Beatles. Liverpool welcomed back its most famous son last night as Sir Paul McCartney closed out his World tour with a sell out performance at the Echo Arena. There was fire, snow, pyrotechnics, a youth choir, a full scottish pipe band oh… and the small matter of three hours worth of some of the best pop music ever written. Rich Denton joined those lucky enough to get a ticket for the show of the year.Macca rolled back the years with a three hour set of musical wonderment, jam packed with songs from across his vast repertoire. Opening the final show of the 19 date World tour with Hello Goodbye and Junior’s Farm, Sir Paul got the party started and brought the crowd to their feet straight from the off.

http://www.noise11.com/news/paul-mccartney-in-the-beatles-birthplace-20111226

msLinds

12-27-2011, 12:28 PM

Musicology
December 27, 2011
Flaming Lips' Awesome "I Am The Walrus" Cover

Prepping for their upcoming New Year's Eve concerts with Yoko Ono Plastic Ono Band, acid-rock heroes The Flaming Lips recently dropped by Pink Floor Studios in their hometown of Oklahoma City to cut a killer rendition of the original acid-rock song,The Beatles' still-trippy-to-this-day "I Am The Walrus".

http://www.ology.com/music/watch-flaming-lips-awesome-i-am-walrus-cover/12272011

Manchester Evening News
December 27, 2011
Flixton fan's new tattoo came with a little help from a friend ... Sir Paul McCartney

A Beatles fan has a permanent reminder of the moment he joined his idol Sir Paul McCartney on stage.Phil Blanchard met Sir Paul after standing on the front row, five yards from the star at his show the M.E.N. Arena last week.The music legend spotted his hat of baubles, tinsel and Christmas lights – and pulled him up onto the stage to sign his arm.Phil, 50, from Flixton, then took his devotion to Macca a step further than most – by having the signature tattooed into place.He has something of an ‘ink-fatuation’ with the Beatles – with 11 tattoos of McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr all over his body.

http://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/news/s/1469011_flixton-fans-new-tattoo-came-with-a-little-help-from-a-friend--sir-paul-mccartney

Contact Music
December 27, 2011
Michael Crawford - Michael Crawford Became Fifth Beatle During Spanish Trip

Actor/singer Michael Crawford became an honorary member of the Beatles during one magical summer sharing a house in Spain with John Lennon.The Phantom of the Opera star became friends with the musician on the set of How I Won The War and when the production moved from Germany to the south of Spain, Crawford took Lennon up on his offer to live with him.Crawford recalls, "I remember how all the press were hanging around because The Beatles were at their peak and you were living with these guys in a house in Almeria."George (Harrison) came out and stayed; Ringo came out and stayed; Paul came out and stayed - and, they were writing songs. John was writing songs with them."Crawford can't be sure what the Fab Four were working on but he thinks he heard the beginnings of Strawberry Fields Forever.

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/michael-crawford-became-fifth-beatle-during-spanish-trip_1279325

msLinds

12-27-2011, 09:56 PM

BBC Radio
Food For Thought
Series 2
December 27, 2011
Yoko Ono Lennon

Yoko Ono discusses the virtues of vegetables with journalist Nina Myskow .Although reluctant to let even the tiniest piece of inferior confectionery pass her lips, artist and musician Yoko Ono reveals why she finally fell in love with one particular food. She explains that one of husband, John's pleasures was chocolate and how it came to comfort her.A long time devotee of macrobiotics, Yoko tells Nina about the experiences that shaped her tastes: from a Japanese diet low in animal fat to the years, during World War II, when she was evacuated from Tokyo. She made rice and miso soup for her siblings, longed for butter and was forced to barter for food.Odd then perhaps that several years later she would go on a forty day fast with John Lennon. She explains why.

5 days left to listen
15 minutes

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b018g6wz

msLinds

12-28-2011, 12:48 PM

Examiner
December 25, 2011
Film project on former Beatle Pete Best turns to fans for funds

in the wake of the success of the funding of "Good Ol' Freda"*through Kickstarter.com, there's a second movie about the Beatles now in the middle of a campaign on the website to raise money.*The movie, called "The Beatles at Their Best," is a documentary about Pete Best's stint with the Beatles. The Kickstarter campaign hopes to raise $5,000 by 4:24 p.m. EST Jan. 20.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/film-project-on-former-beatle-pete-best-turns-to-fans-for-funds

Examiner
December 25, 2011
Interview : For Julia Baird, John Lennon will always be a rock 'n' roller

The year 2011 was a busy one for Julia Baird, John Lennon's half-sister, who has remained outspoken about her brother and the Beatles. She opened up a website this year at www.juliabaird.eu It's[/url] not a big one, it's only small. It's quite specific,” she said. “Mal Holmes of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark is a friend and he's actually done it for me.”The image of the Beatles has changed a lot from their days in Liverpool. And Julia says that John and the Beatles have survived and have even become a Las Vegas show with “Love.”“John was essentially, I think, I believe, he thought himself a rock 'n' roller. When he was out there being raucous as a rocker, he said himself that when the Sex Pistols were onstage, that's what he still wanted to be. He said, 'That was us. That's who we were." You know that type of raucous, raw energy. *And they had by that time become something else, which is why the Beatles split up, isn't it ?

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/interview-for-julia-baird-john-lennon-will-always-be-a-rock-n-roller

msLinds

12-29-2011, 07:22 PM

BBC 4 looks at the Beatles and Christmas tomorrow 12/3/2011

British stand-up comedian, actor and author Alexei Sayle will a Beatles Christmas special tomorrow on BBC4. In the show, Sayle takes on a musical journey through the Fab Four's special Christmas appearances. He meets former Beatles publicist Tony Barrow to discover how the band recorded their seasonal fan-club messages and how they took to the stage in pantomimes in 1963 and 1964 alongside the likes of Elkie Brooks and Barron Knights guitarist Peter Langford. He also hears from film editor Roy Benson about the making of the group's TV movie Magical Mystery Tour.The show airs from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm on BBC4 tomorrow, Friday, December 30, with a repeat on BBC 4 LW, and can also be heard online.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b018g6ws/Beatles_Christmas/

Click Liverpool
December 29, 2011
Hari Krishmas! Beatles themed cocktails served up at Hard Days Night

The mixologists at the Hard Days Night hotel have created a Beatles themed cocktail menu that is a lot stronger than John Lennon's favourite tipple, a Brandy Alexander.Using names that are inspired by Fab Four songs, their spiritual leanings and a take on the classic Christmas favourites, a festive drink in the four star hotel is a welcome treat.

http://www.clickliverpool.com/culture/reviews/1215032-hari-krishmas-beatles-themed-cocktails-served-up-at-hard-days-night.html

Donewaiting
December 29, 2011
Thursday: Joe Peppercorn & friends perform entire Beatles catalog @ KOBO

For the second year in a row, Joe Peppercorn (The Whiles, Watershed) will perform the Beatles catalog in it’s entirety AND in chronological order. It’s a massive undertaking and, fortunately, Peppercorn will get by with a little help from his friends (Parker Paul, Jesse Cooper, David Murphy, Branden Barnett, Chris Bolognese).

http://www.donewaiting.com/2011/12/29/thursday-joe-peppercorn-friends-perform-entire-beatles-catalog-kobo/

http://614columbus.com/article/a-really-hard-days-night-3899/

Ultimate Classic Rock
December 26, 2011
Paul McCartney Pays Tribute to Late Beatles Mates at Tour Finale In Liverpool

To conclude his 19-date On The Run World Tour, Paul McCartney returned to his stomping ground of Liverpool, England on Dec. 20 for a sold-out, three-hour performance at the Echo Arena. During the show, McCartney played more than 30 Beatles and Wings songs, as well as some of his recent solo material. McCartney dusted off ‘Penny Lane’ for the special performance, and between numbers he spoke about growing up in Speke, his fondness for Liverpool and his friendship with late Beatles guitarist George Harrison. The concert opened with ‘Hello, Goodbye’ and ‘Junior’s Farm’ and closed with ‘Hey Jude.’ Other highlights included ‘Drive My Car,’ ‘Paperback Writer,’ ‘The Long and Winding Road,’ ‘Eleanor Rigby,’ ‘Band on the Run,’ ‘Back in the USSR,’ ‘Day Tripper,’ ‘Helter Skelter’ and ‘A Day in the Live/Give Peace a Chance.’

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/paul-mccartney-pays-tribute-to-late-beatles-mates-at-tour-finale-in-liverpool/

Nico

12-30-2011, 01:29 PM

msLinds

12-30-2011, 02:52 PM

Your welcome Nico.I am looking forward tp all the photographs,video's and articles that will coming out for the POB and Flaming concerts.I want to wish everyone and their family and friends a safe,positive and great upcoming new years eve and year. Happy New Years.

Mystical Weapons (Greg Saunier, Sean Lennon and Martha Colburn) will be appearing at the Kitchen in New York on Jan 27 & 28th 2011

An Evening with Martha Colburn, Sean Lennon, Greg Saunier (Mystical Weapons)

This New York trio of improvisers includes Martha Colburn (film artist, on video projections), Sean Lennon (of The Ghost Of A Saber Tooth Tiger / Plastic Ono Band, on guitar and bass), and Greg Saunier (of Deerhoof, on drums). Wild and hallucinatory, recent performances have featured Colburn manipulating clips drawn from her own puppet and collage-filled animated films, and her own verite documentation of street events; Lennon brandishing his guitar in a virtuosic and violent fashion that might surprise those familiar with his delicate solo work; and a pummeling Saunier fanning Lennon's flames in an allmost telepathic fashion. Their first album will be released in 2012 on Lennon's own Chimera Records.

http://www.thekitchen.org/event/294/0/1/

msLinds

12-31-2011, 02:47 AM

Express
December 30, 2011
FAB TWO IN FESTIVE REUNION

There was a Beatles reunion for the festive season when Sir Paul McCartney got together with Ringo Starr to exchange Yuletide gifts.The two surviving bandmates
met up for a quiet dinner at an exclusive Italian restaurant in London.

http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/292513/Fab-Two-in-festive-reunion

Examiner
December 29, 2011
George Harrison honored with special tribute in new magazine

The British Beatles Fan Club is paying tribute to the memory of George Harrison with a new 80-page magazine they've just published.The magazine features memories about the Quiet Beatle and contributions by Beatle authors and some who knew Harrison personally. Those featured are David Bedford ("Liddypool"),*Terry Bloxham, Michele Copp ("[Still Just] Four Liverpool Lads: A Mad Day Adventure Out"), Andy Davis ("The Beatles Files"), Peter Doggett ("You Never Give Me Your Money: The Battle For The Soul Of The Beatles"), Robert Downs, David Koppell, Jake Mills, Pete Nash, Martin O'Gornman, Dennis Taylor, Denise Theophilus and Ian Watts.The magazine also includes a number of "thank yous," including to Pattie Boyd, who gave an exclusive interview for the issue, the Harrison family, Paul McCartney, Craig Smith and Paul Saltzman, who donated photographs for the issue.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/friends-remember-george-harrison-new-tribute-magazine

Borderzine
December 29, 2011
Light itself is a spiritual quest for famed Beatles photographer Mike Mitchell

EL PASO – A sense of adventure, a camera and a little bit of luck marked the beginning of a young photographer’s career, tools that paid off nearly 50 years later for Mike Mitchell.At the age of 18, Mitchell was living in Washington, D.C, and starting his career as a photojournalist. Having already developed a love for photography in his early teens, he set off to do what naturally comes next –find a way to get paid for doing what he loved.In 1964 he began an internship at the Washington Star newspaper and also did freelance photography for magazines and other publications.That year also saw the first Beatles U.S. concert tour. Their first stop was the Washington, D.C. Coliseum on February 11, where they were greeted and adored by thousands of screaming fans.

http://borderzine.com/2011/12/light-itself-is-a-spiritual-quest-for-famed-beatles-photographer-mike-mitchell/

Borderzine
December 29, 2011
Light itself is a spiritual quest for famed Beatles photographer Mike Mitchell

EL PASO – A sense of adventure, a camera and a little bit of luck marked the beginning of a young photographer’s career, tools that paid off nearly 50 years later for Mike Mitchell.At the age of 18, Mitchell was living in Washington, D.C, and starting his career as a photojournalist. Having already developed a love for photography in his early teens, he set off to do what naturally comes next –find a way to get paid for doing what he loved.In 1964 he began an internship at the Washington Star newspaper and also did freelance photography for magazines and other publications.That year also saw the first Beatles U.S. concert tour. Their first stop was the Washington, D.C. Coliseum on February 11, where they were greeted and adored by thousands of screaming fans.

http://borderzine.com/2011/12/light-itself-is-a-spiritual-quest-for-famed-beatles-photographer-mike-mitchell/

msLinds

12-31-2011, 11:26 PM

Examiner
December 31, 2011
Yoko Ono honored with New Year's Eve Yoko-lahoma City Day proclamation

The city of Oklahoma City has honored Yoko Ono's appearances in the city today and Jan. 1 by proclaiming Dec. 31 as "Yoko-lahoma City Day."Ono and the Plastic Ono Band will appear with the Flaming Lips, who hail from the city, at the group’s New Year’s Eve Freak Out #5 today and January 1 at Coca Cola Bricktown Events Center in Oklahoma City.*

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/city-proclaims-dec-31-yoko-lahoma-day

Examiner
December 31, 2011
Year in review: John Lennon and Beatles news stories from 2011

December 31, 2011 –As we welcome the New Year, let’s look back on the biggest John Lennon and Beatles stories of 2011. From Paul McCartney’s wedding, to tribute concerts and museum exhibits, it was an exciting year for Beatle and Lennon fans.In February, the Beatles proved they are still at the top of their game--The 2009 Beatles Remastered Box set won a GRAMMY for Best Historical Album. March 11 brought the sad news of the worst earthquake and tsunami to hit Japan’s coast in its history. Both Sean Lennon and Julian Lennon expressed their shock and concern on their Facebook and Twitter feeds, and Yoko Ono posted her heartfelt message to her Japanese brethren. A benefit concert by the Plastic Ono Band was organized by Ono and peformed on March 27.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/year-review-john-lennon-and-beatles-news-stories-from-2011

Flaming Lips' After-Party Changes Venues
Wayne Coyne Talks To KOCO Eyewitness News 5
December 30, 2011

http://www.koco.com/r-video/30106612/detail.html

http://newsok.com/fire-marshal-says-no-to-flaming-lips-party-at-downtown-gallery/article/3635998

msLinds

01-01-2012, 02:32 PM

Happy New Years everyone.I will post more articles,photographs and video's.Of "The Flaming Lips with Sean Lennon,Yoko and the " Plastic Ono Band " at the New Years Eve Freak Out 5 concert when they get posted online.Everyone have a safe and great week and take care.

News OK
January 1, 2011
Flaming Lips Freakout 5

Yoko Ono and Sean Lennon join the Flaming Lips on stage during the Flaming Lips New's Year's Freak Out at the Coca Cola Event Center in Oklahoma City, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2011

Ringing in the New Year with The Flaming Lips seemed too perfect of an idea back when it was hatched in 2007. Oklahoma City's favorite freaky sons were psychedelic rock gods, and big happy ballads like "Do You Realize??" were tailor made for late night sing-alongs. The first crowd agreed, and the show attracted an audience that moved past Oklahoma borders. A tradition was born.Four years later, The Flaming Lips are still doing The Freakout, and it's just as fun, exciting and unpredictable as the first, and just like The Flaming Lips' respective years, no two have been the same. Whether it be performing "The Dark Side of the Moon" or "The Soft Bulletin" in its entirety, Oklahoma City's favorite freaky sons have made sure to offer something new to their faithful fans.This year found The Freakout changing more than ever, expanding to two nights and bringing along music/art/historical legend Yoko Ono for the ride.

http://newsok.com/concert-review-flaming-lips-freakout-5/article/3636870

Flaming Lips ring in the new year playing "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" with
Sean Lennon and @waynecoyne Christmas song.

http://www.twitvid.com/KU1D9

Sean and Yoko

http://twitpic.com/81nxax

http://futureheart.tumblr.com/

Examiner
January 1, 2012
The Beatles: A year in review, the year ahead

The year 2011 won't go down as one of the biggest Beatle years, but it did have its moments.For John Lennon, in the aftermath of the remasters in 2010, there really wasn't much to follow. Yoko Ono, Sean Lennon and the Plastic Ono Band played a few shows. Yoko also continued to make philanthropic contributions. And Sean made news by appearing at an Occupy Wall Street rally.Yoko was to spend New Year's Eve 2011 in Oklahoma City as part of a two-night concert stand.Martin Scorsese's much-anticipated documentary on George Harrison aired on both sides of the ocean. The documentary, a disjointed portrait of his Beatle and spiritual sides, received mixed reviews from fans. But apparently due to HBO licensing agreements (and possible repeats in the U.S.), was only released on DVD in the UK, an unnecessary move. Fans also questioned the small amount of audio bonus material included in the expensive bonus package.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/the-beatles-a-year-review-a-year-ahead

msLinds

01-01-2012, 07:02 PM

Yoko Ono and The Flaming Lips at NYE Freak Out‬ on 12/31

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aNEXmKeiK8

photograph of Yoko

http://imaginepeace.com/archives/16396

msLinds

01-02-2012, 01:53 AM

‪New Year's Eve Freakout #5 - The Flaming Lips singing "Strawberry Fields Forever"‬ at Oklahoma City at the Coca Cola Event. Center 12/31/2012

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzUH-uJkPTs&context=C3dee1aeADOEgsToPDskJCXf8acFs-DQziZtJamiuv

New Year's countdown with The Flaming Lips, Yoko Ono, Plastic Ono Band and Sean Lennon‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHY0W3QtXfU&context=C3c30b37ADOEgsToPDskK3DCUTEu5du99CtjIvifVz

msLinds

01-02-2012, 12:47 PM

‪The Flaming Lips,Sean Lennon and Yoko Ono - Happy Xmas (War is‬ Over if You want it )

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9mGZatxUhs

Sean Lennon with Yoko Ono, singing "Happy Christmas (War is Over)" NYE Freakout #5 Night One, featuring Phantogram, Plastic Ono Band, and the Flaming Lips

http://www.flickr.com/photos/sufjancarney/6613591333/in/photostream/

msLinds

01-02-2012, 03:28 PM

NME
January 1, 2011
Paul McCartney hits out at 'naughty' bands who play gigs with backing tapes

Paul McCartney has hit out at bands who play live using backing tapes - and vowed to never rely on them during his own gigs.  The former Beatle told the Sunday Express he was dismayed when his sound engineer Paul Pablo Boothroyd revealed many major artists rely on tapes for much of their shows.

http://www.nme.com/news/paul-mccartney/61199

Showbiz 411
January 2, 2012
Justin Bieber’s Beatle Chords, Lady Gaga’s Ping Pong Paddle Mask

Dick Clark‘s kinda sad Rockin’ New Years Eve with Ryan Seacrest was an Interscope special on Saturday night. From Times Square: Lady Gaga was interviewed by Seacrest while wearing some kind of silky white Versace gown and a Ping Pong paddle mask. When she returned to sing her medley, she was in a whole different get up: all black with a hood and black party mask. The hood lifted up. It looked like Gaga, who can sing, actually sang, since she did not do much dancing. (It’s nearly impossible to sing and simultaneously perform the calisthenics known as dancing these days.) Good for her.Justin Bieber was not so lucky. His rendition of “Let it Be” certainly seemed performed to a track, even though there was a band on stage. IParticularly unconvincing was Bieber supposedly playing a piano while he warbled. The cameras made sure not to show much of his fingers on the keys, and when they did, he was barely touching them. He also slouches at the piano in a way that would make pounding out that song very hard. Ask Paul McCartney, who wrote it, and leans in, spine straight, as he guides the other musicians.

http://www.showbiz411.com/2012/01/02/justin-biebers-beatle-chords-lady-gagas-ping-pong-paddle-mask

msLinds

01-02-2012, 06:44 PM

Examiner
January 2, 2012
New McCartney album title confirmed, now artwork leaked ?

You can stop wondering. Paul McCartney's new album to be released Feb. 7th is called "Kisses on the Bottom," according to a report on NME.com. The paper said the title was confirmed with McCartney press representatives.The title of the album reportedly comes from the song "I'm Gonna Sit Write Down and Write Myself a Letter," which is one of the tracks on the album, according to an early leaked but unofficial tracklist. If there was any hope of keeping information about the album secret, that seems to have gone. In addition to the tracklist, the entire album seems to have been leaked. A mono audio stream, which first reportedly showed up on streaming sites, confirmed the leaked tracklist, though the order of the songs was different. It began with what, according to the leaked tracklist, was supposed to be track 9, then went back to the beginning of the album and included the rest of the tracks. (A second unofficial rumored tracklist runs in the same order as the stream, starting at the first list's track 9.) As the leaked versions aren't in stereo, the released versions could have some differences.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/new-mccartney-album-title-confirmed-but-artwork-leaked

Examiner
January 1, 2012
Beatle news briefs: Beatle songs ring in the New Year in N.Y., Oklahoma

A BEATLE NEW YEAR: What's a party without the Beatles? And what's a New Year's party without celebrities doing Beatle songs? Justin Bieber took on "Let It Be," which he performed with Carlos Santana backing him on guitar. (See video at left.) As much as one wanted to cringe hearing Bieber sing the song, Santana's guitar made the song listenable. But Bieber wasn't the only one doing the Beatles in Times Square. Cee Lo Green sang "Imagine". But he changed the lyrics from "And no religion, too" to "And all religion is true." Comments on YouTube were extremely critical of both the revision and the sentiment.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/beatle-news-briefs-beatle-songs-ring-the-new-year-n-y-oklahoma

Mail Online
January 2, 2012
Cee Lo Green changes lyrics to Lennon's Imagine to include pro-religion message enraging fans

New Years Eve performer Cee Lo Green dropped a bomb on John Lennon fans Saturday night after changing lyrics to his song Imagine while on live television.The last words of lyrics 'Nothing to kill or die for And no religion too,' by the late Lennon were changed to 'And all religion's true' by the hip-hop artist who sang in New York's Times Square.Broadcast before 2.304 million viewers of NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly right before the ball dropped, Mr Green's change didn't go unnoticed and attracted immediate criticism.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2081011/Cee-Lo-Green-changes-lyrics-Lennons-Imagine-include-pro-religion-message-enraging-fans.html

msLinds

01-03-2012, 02:50 AM

International Beatles Freak Day
January 2, 2011

It has been announced that International Beatles Freak Day has been given a new name and a new date. The new name for the world's original Beatles celebration day is International Beatles Fan Day, which will now be celebrated worldwide on June 6."Since its inception in 2008, some fans have expressed their dislike of being referred to as 'freaks'", says Jennifer of I-BFD. "Though many embrace it, I thought it was time to gather all the 'fans' into one category and rename the holiday. Also, our original date, January 14th, had no meaning in Beatles history. Now the annual celebration will be held on June 6, which is the anniversary of the day the Fab Four auditioned for George Martin."There is also now a new newsletter to go along with the new name and date. The original I-BFD.com mailing list was lost in a computer crash in August 2011, so fans are asked to sign up for the new newsletter on the homepage to keep up with news and updates.

http://www.i-bfd.com/

Ultimate Classic Rock
January 2, 2011
Paul McCartney – 2011 Artist of the Year Winner

Paul McCartney had a banner year in 2011 — and now has one more accolade to show for it. The former Beatle has been named the first-ever Ultimate Classic Rock Awards Artist of the Year.McCartney received 34% of the vote, edging out Motley Crue mastermind Nikki Sixx, who snagged 29% of the vote. Chickenfoot‘s Sammy Hagar came in a close third with 25%, followed not far behind by Alice Cooper with a respectable 10%.

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/paul-mccartney-2011-artist-of-the-year/

msLinds

01-03-2012, 02:05 PM

Spyvibe
January 3, 2012
GEORGE MARTIN

It's interesting to see how one person can make a difference in so many lives. For anyone who saw Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life again over the holidays, the idea is probably fresh in your mind. As a person can act as a catalyst for others in daily life, like a conductor of sorts, so can a person conduct mass culture over the course of their career. Sir George Martin is the man with the golden ears. Blessed with musical genius and a sense of humor, Martin is a bit like the Wizard of Oz- the man behind the curtain- whose work as a producer and arranger defined the music and humor of the last half of the 20th Century and beyond. The artists he worked with include Flanders and Swann, Peter Ustinov, The Goons, Peter Sellers, Sophia Loren, Beyond the Fringe (with Peter Cook and Dudley Moore), Matt Monro (of From Russia With Love), Gerry and the Pacemakers, Cellia Black, Billy J Kramer and the Dakotas, Jeff Beck, Elton John, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Paul Winter Consort, and America. In addition to multiple Grammys and other major awards, George Martin has scored 30 #1 hits in the UK and 23 #1 hits in the US.

http://spyvibe.blogspot.com/2012/01/george-martin.html

Ultimate Classic Rock
January 3, 2012
Ringo Starr, ‘Wings’ – Song Review

Ringo Starr exposes his own Achilles heel on his first single from ‘Ringo 2012,’ the solo album expected to be available in stores and at digital retailers on Jan. 31 ‘Wings’ is a less passionate, border-line lifeless vocal performance of a previously released song from the 1977 ‘Ringo the 4th’ album.Listen to the remake below and then find the original on YouTube. No one will claim the Beatle was ever the most talented singer in the world, but in the past he’s been able to overcome his shortcomings with yearning performances and urgent lyrics.

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/ringo-starr-wings-song-review/

Express
January 3, 2012
STARR AND STEWART WRITE NEW STAGE SHOW

RINGO STARR has teamed up with former EURYTHMICS rocker DAVE STEWART to write a musical - and they're hoping to stage the show on Broadway.The Beatles legend called on his fellow musician for help penning tracks on his new album, Ringo 2012, and their creative output was so high they managed to write an entire theatre show as well.

http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/293342/Starr-and-Stewart-write-new-stage-show

msLinds

01-04-2012, 02:21 AM

‪YOKO ONO PLASTIC ONO BAND & THE FLAMING LIPS, " GIVE PEACE A CHANCE " OKLAHOMA CITY NYE‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lY-guc2eu0E&feature=player_embedded

THE FLAMING LIPS - "I Am The Walrus" live 1/1/12‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlWoMiVFgLM&feature=player_embedded

THE FLAMING LIPS - "A Day In The Life" live 1/1/12‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ll1AA3YFU_I&feature=related

Flaming Lips " Day in the Life " 12/31/2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUA1DhcwO2w&feature=related

msLinds

01-04-2012, 07:09 PM

Stereo Gum
Stream The Flaming Lips & Plastic Ono Band’s Joint EP
January z4, 2012

Psych-rock kings the Flaming Lips did a ****-ton of collaborating in 2011, releasing EPs with Neon Indian, Prefuse 73, and Lightning Bolt. And they ended their year with another one, releasing an extremely limited-edition extended-player with a group of fellow experimental explorers, Yoko Ono’s Plastic Ono Band. The group only pressed up 2000 copies of the EP, selling them all at their Oklahoma City New Year’s Eve show, which the Plastic Ono band opened. But thanks to the magic of the internet, we can still hear all four songs from the EP. Stream them below.

http://stereogum.com/915151/stream-the-flaming-lips-plastic-ono-bands-joint-ep/mp3s/

NME
January 4, 2012
Abbey Road opens doors to iconic studio used by The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Kate Bush

London's Abbey Road Studios are set to welcome members of the public into the legendary Studio Two, which has been used by The Beatles, Pink Floyd and Kate Bush.Two tours and talks will take place on March 10 as part of the studio's 80th anniversary celebrations. Led by Brian Kehew and Kevin Ryan, authors of Recording The Beatles, the pair will deliver an audio visual presentation entitled 80 Years of Recording at Abbey Road Studios using archive photos, film and audio.

http://www.nme.com/news/the-beatles/61245

Julian Lennon in for the Old Grey Whistle Test 40, October 2011 - photograph

http://www.bobharris.org/pages/gallerypics.asp?artist=Julian+Lennon

msLinds

01-05-2012, 02:25 AM

Dinosaur Album Guides
January 4, 2012
The Beatles Road Manager and Gentle Giant Remembered, 36 Years After His Death
Article first published as The Beatles Road Manager and Gentle Giant Remembered, 36 Years After His Death on Blogcritics.

There are many contenders for the coveted title of "Fifth Beatle." Some qualify due to their brief yet influential period as a fifth musical component of the Beatles' early career. Candidates include Stu Sutcliffe (bass) and Pete Best (drums) and to a lesser degree Chas Newby, who temporarily replaced Sutcliffe on bass, and who declined John Lennon’s request to join the group permanently in Hamburg in favour of returning to University.Others qualify due to their business relationship with the group, Brian Epstein and Neil Aspinall spring to mind. Then you have production candidates: Geoff Emerick, Norman Smith and of course "Fifth Beatle" extraordinaire, George Martin. There is one candidate however who fits almost all criteria as "Fifth Beatle", and who spent more time with the group than possibly anyone else in their short professional career. Road manager, bouncer, minder, nursemaid, travelling companion, loyal friend, session musician, talent scout, producer and general dogsbody: step forward, Mr. Fixit, otherwise known as Mal Evans.

http://onlynorthernsongs.blogspot.com/2012/01/beatles-road-manager-and-gentle-giant.html

http://blogcritics.org/music/article/the-beatles-road-manager-and-gentle/

Connecticut Beatles celebration set for Beatles anniversary
January 4, 2012

Milford, CT. -- January 4, 2012 -- On Friday night, February 10th, in celebration of The Beatles arrival in the U.S., Connecticut-based Beatles fan club Liverpool Productions will present their annual "Twist & Shout Dinner Dance Party" at Aldarios Restaurant, 240 Naugatuck Avenue in Milford. The Beatles first landed on U.S. soil in February of 1964 and played their very first Ed Sullivan Show on February 9, 1964.Headlining the evening's festivities is New York-based The MerseyBeat, one of the finest Beatles tribute bands on the circuit, propelling audiences to Liverpool in 1960s. The sound of their vintage guitars and amps, the matching suits and the legendary Beatle vocal harmonies are all there.Pening for The MerseyBeat will be a French group called Les Scarabes: A Beatles Tribute. Les Scarabes translates to "the beetles" in French. Also entertaining between sets will be Boppers DJ Charles F. Rosenay, who is the host for the evening.Admission includes Aldarios' all-you-can-eat buffet, open bar, the concert, door prizes and all the Fab fun festivities for $40 per person. For reservations for this event, call (203) 874-6096. For more information, call (203) 795-4737.

http://david-holmes.blogspot.com/

msLinds

01-05-2012, 09:50 PM

Investors.com
January 5, 2012
Brian Epstein Managed The Beatles To The Pantheon

On Nov. 9, 1961, Brian Epstein left his Liverpool record store and walked a block to a seedy dive called the Cavern Club.The entertainment? A local band's lunchtime show. As he made his way into a cellar packed with grungy teenagers, this urbane 27-year-old looked conspicuously out of place in a pinstripe suit and dress shoes.Little did the crowd know that he was a step ahead of the times, like the four young musicians on the tiny stage — the Beatles.

http://news.investors.com/Article/596805/201201051330/beatles-manager-brian-epstein-was-a-visionary.htm

Music News.com
January 6, 2012
The Beatles Abbey Road album tops vinyl chart in 2011

The biggest selling album on vinyl in the USA in 2011 was The Beatles 'Abbey Road'.'Abbey Road' shifted 41,000 during the year beating new releases from Fleet Foxes, Adele, Wilco and Black Keys according to Nielsen SoundScan.

http://www.music-news.com/shownews.asp?H=The-Beatles-Abbey-Road-album-tops-vinyl-chart-in-2011&nItemID=47532

Popcrush
January 3, 2012
Weird Al Performs the Beatles’ ‘Come Together’ With Steven Tyler + Alice Cooper

As strange as it sounds, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Steven Tyler and Alice Cooper rang in the new year together in Hawaii with a cover of the Beatles‘ ‘Come Together.’ The unlikely trio came together at the Mala Wailea Restaurant in Maui “Your Weirdness,” Tyler said as Yankovic raced onto the stage. Weird Al did not break out his accordion, but he and Cooper added vocals to the song, which Tyler recorded years ago with Aerosmith. Cooper sang the second verse with the help of a lyric sheet, while a cheat sheet-free Yankovic summoned up his most fierce rock voice for verse number three.Cooper and Weird Al were on the same bill for New Year’s Eve, performing as part of a charity show with soul crooner Michael McDonald. The newly-engaged Tyler showed up as an unannounced guest for several tracks, including the unusual collaboration.

http://popcrush.com/weird-al-beatles-come-together-steven-tyler-alice-cooper/

msLinds

01-08-2012, 12:48 PM

Everyone have a safe,positive and great week and take care.

Liverpool Beat
Mike Smith Passes On 50 years after Turning Down The Beatles

Mike Smith sadly passed on in December 2011 almost fifty years after that momentous day when he turned down the Beatles and instead gave a recording contract to Brian Poole & The Tremoloes.Mike however, had some tremendous successes in his career, and I must say that having heard the Beatles recordings completed on 1st January 1962, I can understand why he might have made his decision. Whether it was the fact that The Beatles had a bad day or perhaps, as I suspect, it was a little too early in their career, is open to opinion. One thing is for sure, the band were an entirely different proposition just a few months later.
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http://www.liverpoolbeat.com/Mike-Smith-The-Man-Who-Turned-Down-The-Beatles.html

Examiner
January 7, 2012
LPO 'Live and Let Die' event was crowd pleaser

If one could only go by the incessant applause and several encores at last night's "Live and Let Die" Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) event, the homage to Sir Paul McCartney and the Beatles was a resounding success. If one could understand that 90 percent of the crowd would probably not be found at a work of Mahler or Stravinsky that the LPO might present, then the intent of putting on a musical event with broad and popular appeal was fully accomplished.

http://www.examiner.com/performing-arts-in-new-orleans/lpo-live-and-let-die-event-was-crowd-pleaser-review

Examiner
November 11, 2012
REVIEW: 'If You Like the Beatles ...' an unwitting handbook on the Beatles music

Bruce Pollock's "If You Like the Beatles ..." sounds, on the surface like one of those "If you enjoyed this product, you'll enjoy this" suggestions.But it's also a subtle course in the music that influenced the Beatles and the music that was influenced by them.*It starts off with some of the British artists who were on the scene at the same time and who they competed with, such as Tommy Steele, Helen Shapiro, Cliff Richard and skiffler Lonnie Donegan, one of their native influences.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/review-if-you-like-the-beatles-an-unwitting-handbook-on-the-beatles-music

http://blogcritics.org/books/article/book-review-if-you-like-the/

Beatle Freaks Reviews
January1, 2012
Short Story (ebook) Review: ‘Paul McCartney’s Coat and Other Stories’ by Michael White

http://beatles-freak.com/2012/01/01/review-short-story-ebook-paul-mccartneys-coat-by-mark-white/

City Journal
January 7, 2012
India-Japan friendship gala
While commemorating the 60th anniversary,we hope to share our various traditional and cultural aspects with our Indian friends

NEW DELHI: Conceptual and multi-media artist Yoko Ono, wife of late Beatles icon John Lennon, is the shining star at the 60th anniversary celebrations of Indo-Japanese friendship.The three-month celebrations, "Passage to the Next Generation" will bring to the capital Yoko Ono's "Our Beautiful Daughters" an art project to spread the message on gender empowerment.

http://www.cityjournal.in/Newspaper/20120108/Edit%20Plus/Edit%20Plus_1.html

msLinds

01-09-2012, 05:53 PM

Music News
January 9, 2012
Abbey Road Studios add exclusive presentations after sell out

Abbey Road Studios exclusive presentations sell out in under 24 hours. Two extra sessions announced for 11th March 2012.The talks due to take place on 10th March 2012 at Abbey Road's iconic Studio Two sold out at a staggering rate. This ultra-rare opportunity for the public to visit the revered studios and attend an insightful and entertaining talk from the authors of the acclaimed book 'Recording the Beatles' has proved hugely popular. Due to this demand, two more talks will take place on 11th March.As part of their 80th Anniversary celebrations, on 10th March Abbey Road Studios will be opening its doors to the public for a unique experience. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for members of the public to visit the world's most famous working recording studios.Brian Kehew and Kevin Ryan - authors of the critically-acclaimed, definitive book 'Recording the Beatles' will give an insightful and highly-enjoyable presentation, specifically for the anniversary event. 'Recording The Beatles' has won huge praise from Abbey Road Studios alumni including Alan Parsons, Norman Smith, Ken Townsend and John Kurlander, whose engineering/production CVs count The Beatles, The Hollies, Pink Floyd, The Pretty Things and the Lord Of The Rings trilogy between them.

http://www.music-news.com/shownews.asp?H=Abbey-Road-Studios-add-exclusive-presentations-after-sell-out&nItemID=47566

The Telegraph
January 8, 2012
Beatles-themed eatery owner pleased with new location

EDWARDSVILLE - The popular, Beatles-themed Sgt. Pepper's Cafe may not have moved "Across the Universe," but it has moved across Edwardsville."I had the opportunity to buy this building," restaurant owner Tarek Samara said. "At the old location, I was renting, plus I was surrounded by other restaurants and businesses and I felt cluttered with everyone else. I think we fit better in a downtown atmosphere."Sgt. Pepper's moved on Dec. 13 from its former location at 1027 Century Drive to its new home at 218 North Main St., close to the Wildey Theater.

http://www.thetelegraph.com/articles/samara-64269-sgt-pepper.html

Antiquiet
January 8, 2012
Listen To The Flaming Lips And Yoko Ono’s Collaborative EP

One week ago, we were at The Flaming Lips & Yoko Ono’s New Year’s Eve Freakout, and we told you how crazy that was. The collaboration between the group and the singer wasn’t limited to her stage appearance, as the artists collaborated on a 4-track EP that’s every bit as odd as you’d expect it to – while remaining in the confines of “listenability.” And now you can listen to it in full.

http://www.antiquiet.com/news/2012/01/flaming-lips-yoko-ono-ep/

http://www.antiquiet.com/pictures/flaming-lips/

Paul McCartney
January 8, 2012
Paul confirms brand new album title and reveals full tracklisting and artwork

http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/news/-/blogs/paul-confirms-brand-new-album-title-and-reveals-full-tracklisting-and-artwork?_33_redirect=http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/blogs-home%3bjsessionid=747F5AEAAB969C37839C88FDDBC383A0.lr2PR?p_p_id=115_INSTANCE_cA00&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-2&p_p_col_count=1&%23p_115_INSTANCE_cA00&#p_33#top

Here are 3 older interesting articles about the closing of La Fortuna in New York City.

http://www.amny.com/urbanite-1.812039/in-search-of-john-lennon-s-new-york-1.2524292

http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/02/21/a-beatles-haunt-cafe-la-fortuna-to-close-its-doors/

http://lostnewyorkcity.blogspot.com/2008/02/crowds-and-lennon-at-cafe-la-fortunas.html

msLinds

01-10-2012, 12:41 PM

Examiner
January 4, 2012
Veteran rockers to headline Abbey Road on the River Beatles festival

A group whose history includes the songs "White Rabbit" and "Somebody to Love" will add a different flavor to a Beatles fan festival when Jefferson Starship headlines this year's two Abbey Road on the River fests. They'll be held May 24th - 28 -2012 in Louisville, KY., and Aug. 30 to Sept. 3rd in Washington, D.C.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/veteran-rockers-to-headline-abbey-road-on-the-river-beatles-festival

Examiner
January 9, 2012
Roberta Flack's new album of Beatles songs has some John Lennon links

Roberta Flack's album of Beatles songs, "Let It Be Roberta", due out next month, makes an interesting choice in the tunes it covers.The album will contain 12 songs. It will feature 11 Lennon & McCartney songs done by the Beatles, and one by George Harrison, though "Isn't It a Pity" from his solo career.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/roberta-flack-s-new-album-of-beatle-songs-has-a-couple-of-john-lennon-links

Examiner
January 3, 2012
First preview of new Ringo album online; radio show to feature more

A track from Ringo Starr's forthcoming album "Ringo 2012," the first preview of a song from the album, can now be heard online. "Wings" is available on the Ultimate Classic Rock site.The song is one of two remakes of songs he previously recorded on the album.However, the site disses the track in the text on the page. Gee, guys, how about a little courtesy for the first preview of an album track ? In our opinion, the new version is an improvement and livelier than the original one on "Ringo the 4th." (You can hear it at left.)Want to hear more from the new Ringo album? More tracks from "Ringo 2012" album will be played Wednesday from 8-10 p.m. EST on 88.7 WNHU on the live broadcast of "Every Little Thing." The show can be heard online at www.wnhu.net

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/first-preview-of-new-ringo-album-online-radio-show-to-feature-more

Examiner
January 9, 2012
First songs from McCartney's 'Kisses on the Bottom' album now on the radio

The first tracks from the upcoming Paul McCartney album "Kisses on the Bottom" have now been hit radio stations, both on land and on the internet.Fab4Radio.com and WXRT in Chicago are playing "Get Yourself Another Fool," the 12th song on the album's tracklist. WXRT premiered the song during their "Breakfast With the Beatles" show hosted by Terri Hemmert on Sunday.In addition, Fab4Radio.com is also playing one of the two McCartney original songs from the album, "My Valentine," which is song #8. McCartney streamed that song on his website in late December.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/first-songs-from-mccartney-s-kisses-on-the-bottom-getting-radio-play

Examiner
January 9, 2012
Beatle news briefs: James McCartney to debut on Letterman show

JAMES McCARTNEY LETTERMAN DEBUT: James McCartney will be performing Jan. 23-24 at Sundance ASCAP Music Cafe in Park City, Utah, the Viper Room on Jan. 27, Feb. 1 at Rockwood Music Hall (a free show) in New York City and Feb. 3 as Wonder Bar in Asbury Park, N.J. But the bigger news is that he'll be making his debut on "Late Night With David Letterman" on Jan. 30. His dad, Paul McCartney and sisters Stella and Mary, recently popped in for his club gig in London, reported the Daily Mail,

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/beatle-news-briefs-james-mccartney-to-debut-on-letterman-show

msLinds

01-10-2012, 09:11 PM

BC Blogcritics
January 10, 2012
49 Years Ago This Week, The Beatles Release Their Second 7” Single: Please Please Me

Released during one of the bitterest winters in British history, "Please Please Me," The Beatles' second 7" single release, helped to initiate a post-war sociocultural thaw among British youth. The release had a similar effect on its U.K. audience that "I Want To Hold Your Hand" would have upon a U.S. audience almost 12 months later.

http://blogcritics.org/music/article/49-years-ago-this-week-the/

Daily Star
January 11, 2012
SIR PAUL MCCARTNEY ON THE BUSES

MULTI-Millionaire Sir Paul McCartney is still thinking of ways to make money.The former Beatle wants to set up a new tourist company in his home city of Liverpool.Macca, 69, told us: “I would really love to start up a sightseeing business.“I have my own magical mystery tours of the city, my own special route I go on, and I think other people would love it too.

http://www.dailystar.co.uk/goss/view/229510/Sir-Paul-McCartney-on-the-buses/

Daily Mail
January 10, 2012
That's a VERY glossy posse: Liv Tyler, Kristen Wiig and Anna Wintour toast Stella McCartney's new SoHo store

As the daughter of a Beatle and designer of some of the hottest gowns on the red carpet, Stella McCartney is not short of celebrity friends.And the A-list were out in force last night as she celebrated the opening of her brand new boutique in New York's SoHo.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2084783/Liv-Tyler-Kristen-Wiig-Anna-Wintour-toast-Stella-McCartneys-new-SoHo-store.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

AnnArbor.com
January 10, 2012
Fab Faux will return to the Michigan Theater to play entire 'Sgt. Pepper' album

The Fab Faux—the don't-call-them-a-tribute-band band that recreates the music of the Beatles in concert settings—will play the Michigan Theater on April 21 in a show featuring the entire "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" album, concert promoter LiveNation has announced.The band won over Ann Arbor fans last March, when it performed the Beatles' "Abbey Road" at the Michigan.Although Beatles tribute bands are a fairly common phenomenon, the Fab Faux set themselves apart in a couple ways: First, they don't dress like the Beatles and make no pretense of "playing" the original musicians. And second, they play a lot of the Beatles' later, much more complex music—so complex that the Beatles themselves didn't attempt to perform it on stage.

http://www.annarbor.com/entertainment/fab-faux-will-return-to-the-michigan-theater-to-play-entire-sgt-pepper-album/

msLinds

01-11-2012, 02:11 AM

RollingStone
January 10, 2012
Sean Lennon Chats about 'Alter Egos' soundtrack

Sean Lennon has teamed up with filmmaker Jordan Galland to write the music for Alter Egos, a forthcoming comedy about superheroes in a setting that resembles real life a bit more than movies, starring the likes of Batman, the X-Men, Iron Man and Spider-Man. (You can watch the trailer for the movie above.) Lennon's soundtrack, a pastiche of familiar superhero movie orchestration and a variety of pop styles, further cements his reputation as a musical chameleon. Lennon chatted with Rolling Stone recently about working on the film, as well as his other projects with his girlfriend, musician and model Charlotte Kemp Muhl.

http://www.rollingstone.com/videos/new-and-hot/sean-lennon-chats-about-alter-egos-soundtrack-20120110

msLinds

01-11-2012, 01:50 PM

Music Week
January 11, 2012
US rights to six Beatles songs sold for first time in 50 years

The US rights of six of The Beatles’ earliest songs will change hands for the first time in almost half a century.A portfolio of copyrights including hits such as She Loves You, I Saw Her Standing There and From Me To You has been snapped up by small music publisher Round Hill Music despite interest from larger global groups.Round Hill Music is a year-old US start up and bought the catalogue with Adage Classics, an intellectual property rights group. It declined to disclose the terms of the deal.Music lawyer Michael Sukin said that the songs could be worth up to $10m or 500,000 times what they were once offered for in 1964.

http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1048081&c=1

HitFix
January 11, 2012
Bob Dylan, Leonardo DiCaprio and Olivia Harrison to participate in Critics' Choice Martin Scorsese tribute

Tomorrow's 17th annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards ceremony just went electric.The Broadcast Film Critics Association has announced that singer/songwriter Bob Dylan, along with Leonardo DiCaprio and Olivia Harrison (widow of Beatle George Harrison), will participate in Martin Scorsese's Music+Film Award tribute. DiCaprio and Harrison will present the award, while Dylan (who was featured briefly in Scorsese's "The Last Waltz" in 1978 and in depth in the 2005 documentary "No*Direction Home") will toast the director with a performance.

http://www.hitfix.com/blogs/in-contention/posts/bob-dylan-leonardo-dicaprio-and-olivia-harrison-to-participate-in-critics-choice-martin-scorsese-tribute

msLinds

01-12-2012, 04:07 PM

Globalgrind
January 12, 2012
Abbey Road Is The Most Parodied Road Of ALL TIME ! (PHOTOS)

They say that no idea is original, but when it comes to recreating an iconic album cover it's safe to say that reimagining the Beatles Abbey Road*is the most unoriginal of them all.We've seen it replicated by everyone from tourists visiting the English road, to the cast of Sesame Street doing their own version on the 1995 Sesame Road The seemingly basic album cover features all four members of the Beatles walking across Abbey Road in London, England. Some have said the record was the Beatles best and although the photographer, Iain Macmillan, only had 10 minutes to shoot, it has become one of the most iconic album covers of all time.

http://globalgrind.com/style/abbey-road-most-parodied-road-all-time-the-beatles-photos

Southport Visitor
January 12, 2012
Beatles memorabilia valuation day at the Royal Clifton Hotel, Southport

HOURS of standing outside the Kingsway waiting to get an album autographed by the Fab Four could earn an avid fan up to £20,000.On the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ first appearance in Southport, a collectors’ firm is holding a valuation day for memorabilia collected by fans over the years.The prices of memorabilia have rocketed in recent years and the current prices are as follows:A poster hastily taken off the wall of a Beatles concert 50 years ago could now be worth up to £10,000.A treasured ticket stub kept for half a century could fetch £150A flyer, made to be thrown away, could make £600.Programmes are worth £25 to £35.

http://www.southportvisiter.co.uk/southport-news/southport-southport-news/2012/01/12/beatles-memorabilia-valuation-day-at-the-royal-clifton-hotel-southport-101022-30103019/

This is Grimsby
January 12, 2012
Budget Beatles film gets re-mastered after 15 years

A FEATURE film made in Grimsby is being re-mastered and re-released on DVD.The one-hour, 50-minute picture was made on a budget of £3,000 and was first premiered in 1999.The movie, called All Those Years Ago, follows the early days of the 1960s rock and roll band The Beatles.Script writer and director Stuart Hall, 40, from Great Coates, said: "We are re-releasing the film to celebrate its 15 year anniversary.

http://www.thisisgrimsby.co.uk/Budget-Beatles-film-gets-mastered-15-years/story-14399727-detail/story.html

Outlook India
January 12, 2012
India Will be Learning Experience: Yoko Ono

Artist and musician Yoko Ono is showcasing in India a new special project that pays tribute to Indian women, in her first visit to the country after the death of late husband and Beatles' legend John Lennon.The project comprises an exhibition titled "Our Beautiful Daughters," a series of public art projects spread over 20 venues including schools and hospitals in the city and "To India with love", a performance by the Ono who is renowned for her conceptual and live art work."I did not bring anything to India apart from myself. This visit will be a great learning experience... This beautiful very very grand land will teach me," said Ono here today, a day before the unveiling of her first ever exhibition in the country at the Vadehra Art Gallery here.Sitting against backdrop of a white canvas sporting two words 'Dream' in English and 'Sapna' in Hindi, the 78-year-old.Japanese born artist dressed in a black suit and sporting a hat and trademark sunglasses, told reporters that she is here on a 10-day visit to explore experiences of women in society."I am very very happy to be here...It is fantastic that India has already woken up already to women in the art field..... I have to learn a lot from them about what is happening in India," she said.

http://news.outlookindia.com/items.aspx?artid=747445

Examiner
January 12, 2012
Lennon donates "Children of the World" for Charity  

If you are a Julian Lennon fan yet have never heard of the song 'Children of the World' don't be too surprised. The song was initially created back in 2007 for a Japanese anime movie. Although Japan might have been thrilled at the time, it is unlikely to have reached a global audience. Recently, however, Julian Lennon, the son of Beatles member John Lennon, decided to donate the song to help children in Japan

http://www.examiner.com/music-in-chicago/lennon-donates-children-of-the-world-for-charity

Music Rooms
January 12, 2012
Ringo Starr still hangs out with Sir Paul McCartney

The drummer is still in close contact with his ex-Beatles band mate, but while they still like to get together from time to time, they don't have any immediate plans to work together again in the future.Ringo told BBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright: "He surprised me when I was playing Radio City Music Hall, and he got up and he played 'Birthday', which I played with him because I wanted the opportunity to ply with him again, and he's on the last record, he's not on this one."We do hang out a bit but we're not in each other's pockets, and if the opportunity is real, I've played on a couple of his records, he's played on mine."

http://www.musicrooms.net/rock-and-pop/44473-ringo-still-hangs-out-with-mccartney.html

msLinds

01-13-2012, 02:31 AM

Blogger News
January 12, 2012
CD Review: Everything Changes by Julian Lennon
JULIAN LENNON-“EVERYTHING CHANGES”

I was pleased to learn that Julian Lennon had returned to the recording studio after an extended absence. I had always liked him personally and had purchased most of his previous releases. Reports are that he had retreated from music due to unpleasant experiences with the business aspects of recording.I recall my first listen to a Julian Lennon song in 1984. Putting on the headphones, I closed my eyes and felt that his father John had returned to earth. Did this enhance my interest in Julian’s music? Of course, but I liked it on its own merits as well.

http://www.bloggernews.net/127564

Nico

01-13-2012, 02:33 AM

msLinds

01-13-2012, 01:48 PM

That was a good review Nico of Julian's new album.Everyone have a safe,positive and great upcoming weekend and take care.

Realscreen
January 13, 2012
Scorsese scores at Critics’ Choice Awards

Legendary helmer Martin Scorsese received two honors last night at the 17th Annual Critics Choice Movie Awards – one for his most recent documentary, and another recognizing his efforts in combining music and film. Scorsese’s George Harrison: Living in the Material World, a loving tribute to the multi-faceted Beatle and solo artist, was named best documentary feature during the ceremony in Los Angeles. Also, the director received the second annual Music*+ Film award from the Broadcast Film Critics Association (BFCA).

http://realscreen.com/2012/01/13/scorsese-scores-at-critics-choice-awards/

Contact Music
January 13, 2012
Beatles - Son Of The Man Who Snubbed The Beatles Acquires Fab Four's Early Hits

The son of the man who famously turned down the Beatles has now acquired John Lennon and Paul Mccartney's early hits as a partner at boutique music publisher Round Hill Music.Richard Rowe, whose father DICk passed on signing the Fab Four when he was an executive at Decca Records, and Round Hill founder Joss Gruss have landed the songs She Loves You, I Saw Her Standing There, Misery, From Me to You, There's a Place and I Wanna Be Your Man - one of the first hits for The Rolling Stones - among a catalogue of classics as part of a new partnership with Adage Classics.

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/son-of-the-man-who-snubbed-the-beatles-acquires-fab-fours-early-hits_1283268

Wiki Collecting
January 2012
Top 10 music memorabilia sales of 2011

Michael Jackson memorabilia dominated auction sales in 2011, with six of the top ten most expensive items sold once belonging to the King of Pop. The list clearly illustrates how Jackson’s legacy has continued to grow since his death, and that fans and collectors are willing to pay record prices to own a piece of his legend.The Top 10 list also features items from regular auction best-sellers The Beatles, with handwritten lyrics, the famous 'Yesterday' piano and John Lennon's 'Bed Peace' sign all selling at auction.The list is completed with a now-iconic dress worn by Amy Winehouse on the cover of her seminal album ‘Back to Black’, before her tragic death in July 2011.

http://en.wikicollecting.org/top-10-music-memorabilia-sales-of-2011

msLinds

01-13-2012, 08:59 PM

Rollingstone Music
January 13, 2012
Documenting John Lennon's Love for Cats

The website Mental Floss has put together an exhaustive list of all of John Lennon's cats, from his childhood on through his career with the Beatles and up to his final days living in Manhattan with his wife, Yoko Ono. As it turns out, Lennon totally adored felines, and his distinctly acerbic wit came through in how he named them.

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/documenting-john-lennons-love-for-cats-20120113

http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/112920

msLinds

01-14-2012, 02:31 AM

eWeek
January 13, 2013
McCartney's Cloud-Based Archive Getting Better All the Time

The new interactive portal showcases the former Beatle's newly digitized assets from a half-century of trotting the globe and impressing millions of Phase II of Sir Paul McCartney's evolving personal cloud archive and CRM system, designed and built by Hewlett-Packard's cloud group, launched on Jan. 12, showcasing what IT now can provide in a cloud service. The new portal contains most of McCartney's newly digitized collected assets from a half-century of trotting the globe and impressing millions of people with his singular composing and performing talents.

http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Cloud-Computing/McCartneys-CloudBased-Archive-Getting-Better-All-the-Time/

msLinds

01-15-2012, 03:12 AM

Contact Music
January 13, 2012
Flaming Lips - Yoko Ono And Bon Iver To Work On Flaming Lips Album

The Flaming Lips are set to work with Yoko Ono and Bon Iver on their new album, frontman Wayne Coyne has confirmed.The Flaming Lips are set to work with Yoko Ono and Bon Iver on their new album.The psychedelic rockers frontman Wayne Coyne has named a list of stars who will appear on their upcoming release - expected for April - including Nick Cave and Edward Sharpe.He told Rolling Stone magazine: "All these things happen within a couple of days."You set up these collaborations in your mind and immediately get to work."

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/yoko-ono-and-bon-iver-to-work-on-flaming-lips-album_1283316

Gibson Lifestyle
January 13, 2012
New Flaming Lips Album to Feature Yoko Ono, Bon Iver and Nick Cave

The Flaming Lips’ Wayne Coyne has revealed that the band are working on a new collaborative LP with numerous guests. According to Rolling Stone, Bon Iver, Yoko Ono, Nick Cave, Ke$ha, Lykke Li and Erykah Badu are all set to appear on the album, which is scheduled to be released in April.Coyne confirmed that he had already recorded collaborations with Cave and the Plastic Ono Band for the record, while Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon is due to send the Lips two tracks he had been working on.

http://www.gibson.com/en-us/Lifestyle/News/flaming-lips-album-0113-2012/

India Today
January 14,2012
Yoko Ono bonds with Bikaner craftswomen

For an artist and performer with a history of causing shock and awe, 78-year-old Yoko Ono oozed grandmotherly vibes as she bonded with eight woman embroiderers from Bikaner at the Vadehra Art Gallery in Okhla.The fire was in her spirit and not in her body language as she championed the cause of the exploited Everywoman. She's in the city to work on an elaborate project called 'Our Beautiful Daughters'. A highlight of this multi-exhibition project is the installation of female body parts created out of silicon and packed in coffin-like boxes filled with charcoal. It's called 'Remember Us' and is scattered in a room whose bare walls are gaily decorated with colourful odhnis hand-embroidered by the women from Bikaner.

http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/yoko-ono-new-delhi-bikaner-vadehra-art-gallery-okhla/1/168809.html

msLinds

01-16-2012, 01:44 PM

Liverpool Echo
January 16, 2012
Liverpool's world-famous Cavern club marks 55th anniversary

Liverpools world-famous Cavern Club - the birthplace of The Beatles - celebrates its 55th birthday today. Events are planned throughout the year to celebrate the anniversary of the Mathew Street cellar – made famous by its historic links with the Beatles who made 292 appearances there.The original Cavern club opened its doors on January 16, 1957, and was Liverpool’s first venue dedicated to live popular music.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/local-news/2012/01/16/liverpool-s-world-famous-cavern-club-marks-55th-anniversary-100252-30129079/

The Dallas Post
January 15, 2012
Beatles’ on display

During the month of January, the Back Mountain Memorial Library will showcase “The Beatles” collection of Natalie Marshallick, of Dallas, who has collected Beatles memorabilia for the past eight years.“A friend at work bought me a book about the Beatles,” she said, and that’s how the collection began.Now besides receiving items from friends and family, Marshallick also buys pieces herself. Her collection includes albums, 45 records, pins, stamps and figurines. One of her favorite pieces is a set of the four band members in its original stage box.

http://www.timesleader.com/TheDallasPost/community/_lsquo_Beatles_rsquo__on_display_01-15-2012.html

Timeslive
January 16, 2012
Fairmont joins music hotel trend with Abbey Road

Luxury hotel chain Fairmont has partnered with Abbey Road Studios, the iconic recording studio made famous by the Beatles.As part of a new collaboration, guests at the hotel chain will be offered exclusive experiences at Abbey Road, which famously featured on the front of the 1969 Beatles album of the same name.In a statement, the hotel chain said that its guests would be able to enjoy 'once-in-a-lifetime' experiences ranging from behind-the-scenes studio visits to recording their own songs at the studios.In return, the brand announced that The Savoy, perhaps London's most famous hotel and one that is managed by Fairmont, will be helping the studios out with a refurbishment project.

http://www.timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2012/01/16/fairmont-joins-music-hotel-trend-with-abbey-road

Examiner
January 15, 2012
A Monkee, a couple of Wings and more at N.Y. Metro Fest for Beatle Fans

An interesting mix of guests has just been announced for the New York Metro Fest for Beatles Fans March 23-25 at the N.J. Crowne Plaza Meadowlands Hotel in Secaucus, N.J.*Ex-Monkee Micky Dolenz, who spent time with the Beatles and Harry Nilsson, will be one of the guests. Also in attendance will be Peter Asher of Peter & Gordon, who was guest in Chicago last year, and for whom Paul McCartney wrote "A World Without Love" and other songs.*Former Wings Henry McCullough and Denny Seiwell will also appear. Seiwell's Wings drum demonstrations have attracted a lot of attention at past Fests and he'll do another this time. McCullough and Seiwell will also perform music from an upcoming CD of Wings and Beatle songs they're making.*

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/a-monkee-a-couple-of-wings-and-more-at-n-y-metro-fest-for-beatle-fans

Examiner
January 16, 2012
Thirty artists to sing 'All You Need Is Love' for Japan earthquake relief

A group of 30 Japan-based musicians will participate in a project that will see the release of a cover version of the Beatles' "All You Need Is Love"to benefit earthquake relief in that country.According to the website comtrya.com, the participants will include Ryuichi Sakamoto, Yukihiro Takahashi and Haruomi Hosono from the Yellow Magic Orchestra and GAMO, Masahiko Kitahara, NARGO and Atsushi Yanaka of Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, Ryota Fujimaki of Remioromen and Kazuhisa Sakurai of Mr. Children.The song will be released digitally first on Jan. 25th. A DVD/CD set featuring a music video is to be released March 7th.Proceeds from the recording are to help children affected by the quake.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/thirty-artists-to-cover-beatles-song-for-japan-earthquake-relief

‪Deccanherald
January 16, 2012
My art reflects my affair with Lennon: Yoko Ono

From the "world's most famous unknown artist" to the "woman who broke up the Beatles", Yoko Ono has had her share of bouquets and brickbats.The conceptual artist, who is putting up her maiden exhibition in India, says her work is an extension of her "karmic love affair" with late Beatles icon John Lennon."Yes...I met him at an art show. He was recording music at his studio on 3, Abbey Road. Number three is a number connected to music. He came to 6, Mason Yard where I was having my gallery show. Six is a number of love. It was the beginning of a life-long* love affair, and karmic too," Ono told IANS in an interview during her visit to India.

http://www.deccanherald.com/content/219590/my-art-reflects-my-affair.html

Yoko Ono in India for 'Our Beautiful Daughters'‬
January 15, 2012
Yoko is in Delhi to exhibit her art work at the Vadhera Art Gallery which is largely inspired by Indian women

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wh3kGWLoW0

NDTV
January 16, 2012
Transcript of Yoko Ono's interview with NDTV

New Delhi: Often seen as the woman responsible for the break-up of the Beatles, Yoko Ono - the widow of the legendary John Lennon - says that she has been made the scapegoat. In an interview to NDTV, she says that she was victimised because she was a woman and an Asian.Here is the transcript of an excerpt from the interview.

http://www.ndtv.com/article/india/transcript-of-yoko-ono-s-interview-with-ndtv-166315

The New York Times International Tribune
January 15, 2012
At Yoko’s Show, Funeral Pyres and Tributes to Mommy

Yoko Ono’s first exhibition in India, called “Our Beautiful Daughters,” at the Vadehra Art Gallery in New Delhi, could also be called “Art Under Construction.”* All seven exhibits in the show, which opened Thursday night, ask the spectators to participate in them.“Remember Us” on the first floor is the special installation Ms. Ono made for India, consisting of a large, dimly lit room with casts of beheaded, dismembered women’s bodies of different ages laid on pyrelike platforms. Small containers of ash at one end of the room seem to invite viewers to rub it on themselves or the bodies. At the end of the day, the bodies are covered with traditionally embroidered cloth made by Indian artisans – an important part of the art installation. One wall has “I am uncursed” splashed across it in black paint in different languages. Sounds from the Indian streets form the aural backdrop, making the experience at once provocative and surreal.

http://india.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/13/at-yokos-show-funeral-pyres-and-tributes-to-mommy/

The Times of India
January 16, 2012
The world is realising it was unwise to ignore woman-power'

Yoko Ono was once described by her husband John Lennon as 'the world's most famous unknown artist'. The last time she visited India in the 1970s, legend has it that Lennon and she locked themselves up in a Mumbai hotel suite - for five undisturbed days. But in the public eye for her own work today, the avant-garde conceptual and performance artist returns to India for her first show here. Ono spoke with Neelam Raaj about art, acti-vism and woman-power, surviving Lennon - and how she felt on being blamed for breaking up the Beatles.

What memories do you have of your first India visit with John Lennon ?

After he got back from his trip to Rishikesh with the three Beatles, John told me what he liked about India... eventually the two of us came here together. We went to Sai Baba's retreat in the mountains. It was a beautiful experience but we also saw that men and women had to sit separately. John insisted we sit together and held my hand. I don't know whether that was considered rude..for me, this is my first opening to India as an artist. When i came with John, it was more to do with religion. This is very important to me and a lot of things will happen from here - things i am not sure i know about.

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/opinion/edit-page/The-world-is-realising-it-was-unwise-to-ignore-woman-power/articleshow/11501032.cms

India Blooms News Service
January 16, 2012
Didn't break Beatles: Yoko Ono

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IBNS): Musician and artist Yoko Ono has said she was not responsible for the break up of iconic English rock band The Beatles.Ono is in India to host her first art exhibition in the country. She has always captivated the attention of her fans for being the wife of The Beatles' singer-songwriter John Lennon.In fact, it is often alleged that Ono was responsible for the break-up of The Beatles.

http://www.indiablooms.com/BollywoodDetailsPage/2012/bollywoodDetails140112a.php

msLinds

01-17-2012, 01:05 PM

Yoko Ono is in a coloring book for a fundraiser. Stevie Nicks is in it to.

Girls Rock! Rhode Island is a program that seeks to help girls and women to empower themselves through music, and they just published Women Who Rock Coloring Book. The book celebrates a variety of female musicians, from those who paved the way to the ladies who are influencing today’s vibrant music scene. An eclectic mix of performers are represented in its pages, including Cyndi Lauper, Patti Smith, Nina Simone, Yoko Ono, Joan Jett, Esperanza Spaulding and many more.

http://girlsrockri.org/blog/view/1/45

http://girlsrockri.org/blog/view/1

http://www.etsy.com/listing/87568745/girls...-women-who-rock

Wayne Coyne’s been spending some time with Yoko Ono and the Lennon family, and as always, posting plenty of photos to twitter.

http://s3.amazonaws.com/data.tumblr.com/tumblr_lxf51paACa1qgxspxo1_1280.jpg?AWSAccessKeyId=AKIAJ6IHWSU3BX3X7X3Q&Expires=1326872391&Signature=D4uWAcDnub8s8hiNF9zxCYxfJkc%3D

msLinds

01-17-2012, 09:13 PM

The Beatles.com
January 17, 2012
The Guitar Collection: George Harrison iPad App To Be Released February 23rd

BANDWDTH Publishing, in conjunction with the George Harrison Estate, announces the release of a special iPad app celebrating the guitarist and his historical guitar collection. The Guitar Collection: George Harrison iPad app will be released through iTunes on February 23, two days before George’s birthdate.The app brings George Harrison’s private guitar collection to life through photographs, detailed descriptions, audio, and video footage.For the first time, with the help of unique 360° imaging by photographer Steven Sebring, fans can see the scratches, dings, and worn threads on the guitars as if they were themselves holding the instruments.

http://www.thebeatles.com/#/news/The_Guitar_Collection_George/

Digital Journal
January 17, 2012

Roberta Flack Gearing Up for Release of New Album "LET IT BE ROBERTA: ROBERTA FLACK SINGS THE BEATLES," an Album of Beatles' Classics
Her First Recording In Over 8 Years Set For Release February 7th 2012

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Roberta Flack, the four-time Grammy Award-winning artist, is back after an eight year absence with a brand new album, "LET IT BE ROBERTA: ROBERTA FLACK SINGS THE BEATLES"—a collection of Beatles song interpretations. The first single "We Can Work It Out" is currently being worked at several different radio formats including AC, Urban AC and Smooth Jazz. Buzz continues to build as key press such as NPR, Billboard, Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, AARP and More Magazine are already confirmed.

http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/551623

The Bellington Herald
January 17, 2012
Peter Asher has been in the right place at the right time

MINNEAPOLIS - If Peter Asher were trying to condense his remarkable resume, he could simply write: the Forrest Gump of rock.Since the 1960s, he's been nearly everywhere.John Lennon and Paul McCartney played their just-penned "I Want to Hold Your Hand" for him on his parents' piano.He introduced Lennon to Yoko Ono and Mick Jagger to Marianne Faithful.

http://www.bellinghamherald.com/2012/01/17/2354048/peter-asher-has-been-in-the-right.html

msLinds

01-18-2012, 09:30 PM

PaulMcCartney.com
Paul McCartney to launch new album with live webcast tomorrow
January 18, 2012

Tune in live to PaulMcCartney.com tomorrow at 4pm (GMT) to get an exclusive live behind-the-scenes broadcast of Paul answering questions from some of the world's media. Paul will be spending the afternoon in London talking with press from around the world to promote the release of his new album.

http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/news/-/blogs/exclusive-paul-mccartney-live-webstream?_33_redirect=http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/blogs-home%3bjsessionid=FADE7AEC1EF231E4E5E19C67BA287849.lr1PR?p_p_id=115_INSTANCE_cA00&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-2&p_p_col_count=1&%23p_115_INSTANCE_cA00&#p_33%23top

Bernews
January 18, 2012
Maxi Priest Joins Lennon Tribute

British reggae superstar Maxi Priest, a fixture on the Bermuda entertainment scene since the 1990s, will be lending his voice to the upcoming John Lennon tribute CD being released to mark the former Beatle’s creative resurgence on the island.Maxi Priest [pictured] is one of several international acts with strong Bermuda ties who has been recruited to sing on the CD, set to be released in June when a sculpture commemorating Mr. Lennon’s local sojourn is unveiled at the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art in the Botanical Gardens.Producer Tony Brannon and the Ride The Wave charitable foundation are keeping a lid on some of the other international stars who have agreed to assist the project by contributing songs Mr. Lennon wrote either as a Beatles or during his solo career. Mr. Brannon said: ”Let’s just put it this way — there are some very big surprises in store. We’ll be releasing further information asto the talent involved — world-class talent, I might add — as the release date approaches.”

http://bernews.com/2012/01/maxi-priest-joins-lennon-tribute/

The Royal Gazette online
January 18, 2012
Maxi Priest records song for John Lennon ‘Double Fantasy’ tribute

Work on a tribute album to celebrate John Lennon’s Bermuda-inspired ‘Double Fantasy’ album is moving forward, with international recording star Maxi Priest agreeing to record a song.Executive Producer for the tribute CD Tony Brannon said the British-born reggae singer has not yet decided which song to tackle, but one of the option’s being considered is the iconic ‘Imagine’.The singer is best known for his version of the Cat Stevens song ‘Wild World,’ along with duets with Roberta Flack and Shaggy.The tribute album, which will be released this June, will feature local and international performers singing songs by Mr Lennon.Joining Maxi Priest are Heather Nova, Rebecca Faulkenberry, Joy T Barnum and Uzimon, among others.And while singer Cee Lo Green recently drew the ire of Mr Lennon’s fans by changing the lyrics to ‘Imagine’ during a televised performance, Mr Brannon said that all the songs will stick with the original lyrics.“Uzimon had done a version of a song and we sent it up to New York and the first thing they said was ‘You changed the lyrics. You can’t change the lyrics’,” Mr Brannon said.“Now he has done a different song with the original lyrics.”The tribute album is just one of a series of events being organised to mark Mr Lennon’s 1980 visit to the Island, which reportedly inspired his final album.

http://www.royalgazette.com/article/20120118/NEWS/701189978/-1

Examiner
January 17, 2012
Seattle's Creme Tangerine to perform 4th annual Beatles rooftop concert Jan 27

January 17, 2012, Seattle, Wa – Crème Tangerine, lively and popular Beatles tribute band in Seattle, will perform their annual “rooftop concert” atop the Copacabana Café in Pike Place Market Friday, January 27, at noon. The concert is their 4th annual tribute to the Fab Four’s last public concert on January 30, 1969, which was held spontaneously on the roof of their Apple offices in London, also at noon.It was a bitter cold Friday the day the Beatles ascended to the roof of their office to play for fans one last time. John Lennon wore a huge fur coat, and Ringo Starr*shook with cold at his drums. It’s bound to be a chilly one in Seattle as well, given the snowfall occurring as we speak with more frigid temperatures on the way.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/seattle-s-creme-tangerine-to-perform-4th-annual-beatles-rooftop-concert-jan-27?CID=examiner_alerts_article

Examiner
January 17, 2012
Review: For Beatles drummer, it's only rock 'n' roll in new album 'Ringo 2012'

For a guy who'll be 72 in 2012, you'd expect former Beatle Ringo Starr to be kicking back. But he's got a new album, out Jan. 31 in the U.S., with the unassuming title of "Ringo 2012"*that rocks better than its low key name.*(The album is also available in import versions from*the UK,Japan*and*Canada.)As with his last album, "Y Not," Ringo has the producer's credit with Bruce Sugar and Ned Douglas credited for recording. And as with "Y Not," there's a lot of vitality on "2012." The album, however, has only nine tracks, with one, "Think About It," a carryover from the recent Buddy Holly tribute that Ringo was a part of. Two tracks are also updates of songs he'd done on his past albums. *But that doesn't stop the album from having some great moments.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/review-for-beatles-drummer-it-s-only-rock-n-roll-new-album-ringo-2012

Examiner
January 17, 2012
Liverpool Beatles landmark celebrates its 55 year past with a look at its future

Liverpool’s famed Cavern Club celebrated its 55th birthday on Monday by inviting 200 music students from Solihull Music Services to perform on the same stage where the Beatles, Paul McCartney, David Gilmore, the Arctic Monkeys and Adele all once played.“We have an ongoing relationship with Solihull Music Services after they started bringing pupils to visit us almost four years ago," said Cavern Club owner Dave Jones. "We were extremely impressed with the musical ability we saw and since then we have honored our commitment to fostering new music talent by inviting them back for our birthday."*

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/liverpool-s-cavern-club-celebrates-its-past-with-a-look-at-its-future

The Huffington Post - Books
January 17, 2012
7 Ways The Beatles Changed Rock And Roll (PHOTOS)

In my latest book,I discuss how the British rock sensation gave the cast of Rain and Beatlemania, as well as the Fab Faux and a phone book's worth of other tribute and cover bands a way to earn a living. The Beatles were also responsible for at least six milestone achievements in the development of rock and roll, starting from the moment they arrived here in 1964, and lasting well beyond their demise as a group in 1970.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bruce-pollock/beatles-changed-rock-and-roll_b_1210599.html

The Tower
January 18, 2012
Unexpected DC History Goes Unnoticed At Parking Garage

http://www.cuatower.com/ae/2012/01/18/unexpected-dc-history-goes-unnoticed-at-parking-garage/

msLinds

01-19-2012, 08:04 PM

Examiner
January 19, 2012
LENNONOLOGY - 4-book set on Lennon and Yoko's solo careers, new site launched

January 19, 2012 –Breaking news for fans of John Lennon’s solo work. A new website has been launched by author Chip Madinger, devoted to his upcoming 4-book project called LENNONOLOGY .Volumes 1 and 2 are scheduled for Fall of 2012, and Chip projects that Volumes 3 and 4 will be probably follow a year later in the Fall of 2013.Th e set will cover every aspect of Lennon’s solo life, from live performances and interviews, the details of his recording sessions, and John and Yoko’s independent films and home recordings. Chip told us, “I’ve been working on this project since 2004.”The 4-volume set consists of the following .

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/lennonology-4-book-set-on-lennon-and-yoko-s-solo-careers-new-site-launched

http://www.lennonology.com/

DigitalSpy.com
January 19, 2012
Paul McCartney to perform at Grammy Awards 2012

Paul McCartney will perform at this year's Grammy Awards ceremony, it has been confirmed.The former Beatles star and Grammy nominee will play a set at the 54th annual event, which will take place in Los Angeles on February 12.cCartney is nominated for 'Best Historical Album' for his collection Band On The Run. If he walks away with the award, it will be his 15th Grammy win in his career.

http://www.digitalspy.com/music/news/a361004/paul-mccartney-to-perform-at-grammy-awards-2012.html

Billboard.com
January 19, 2012
Rihanna, Coldplay, Paul McCartney Added To Grammys Lineup

http://www.billboard.com/events/rihanna-coldplay-paul-mccartney-added-to-1005925752.story

TheCelebrityCafe
January 19, 2012
Paul McCartney hints at possible Summer Olympics role

McCartney also said that he believes he will be involved with the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.Former Beatle Paul McCartney was announced as one of the performers for this year’s Grammy Awards, but he may also get a chance to perform on a much bigger stage. The “Band on the Run” singer hinted that he may have a role in the 2012 Summer Olympics, which will be held in London.According to The Associated Press, McCartney told the media at a promotional event for his new album that he “might be doing something” for the Olympics, but was not sure what that would be. He added that on Friday, he is set to have a meeting with the Games’ organizers about “something they want me to do.”

http://thecelebritycafe.com/feature/paul-mccartney-hints-possible-summer-olympics-role-01-19-2012

Digitalspy Music
January 19, 2012
Russell Brand to interview Ringo Starr for Sirius XM Radio

Russell Brand will interview Ringo Starr for Sirius XM Radio, it has been announced.Brand will join moderator Don Was for the radio special Town Hall With Ringo Starr, airing live from Los Angeles. Starr will take questions about his life as well as sing during the live event.

http://www.digitalspy.com/music/news/a361062/russell-brand-to-interview-ringo-starr-for-sirius-xm-radio.html

Forbes.com
January 19, 2012
Vinyl Continues Unlikely Recovery, According To New Numbers

For vinyl records, the tables are continuing to turn. Earlier this month Nielsen released its 2011 Music Industry report, and there were plenty of newsworthy takeaways–industrywide album sales were up for the first time since 2004, while Adele’s 21 was the best-selling album, moving an astonishing 5.8 million copies in the U.S. alone.Lost amid the thicket of stats, however, was the fact that vinyl continued its unlikely comeback in 2011. For the fourth year in a row, more LPs were sold than in any other year in the SoundScan era; last year, sales soared to 3.9 million, up from 2.8 million LPs in 2010. Of the 228 million physical albums sold in 2011, nearly 2% were vinyl.*Two-thirds of those albums were purchased at independent music stores.The top-selling vinyl album wasn’t much of a surprise–The Beatles’ Abbey Road moved 41,000 units to claim the honor.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/zackomalleygreenburg/2012/01/18/vinyl-continues-unlikely-recovery-according-to-new-numbers/

Nico

01-20-2012, 03:02 AM

'Best historical album?'

Man, they like to pull random Grammys out of a hat these days.

Still, great Paul is performing. Probably will only tune in if Black Keys, Adele, or PJ Harvey are performing though!

msLinds

01-20-2012, 04:45 PM

Everyone have a safe,positive and great upcoming weekend and take care.

Metro.UK
January 20, 2012
Artist pays tribute to John Lennon and JFK in bullet casings portraits

It may not be the most tasteful way to pay tribute to gun crime victims John Lennon and John F Kennedy but one eccentric artist is hoping fans won't go completely ballistic.David S Palmer creates these amazing images with bullet casings – and believes they are a great way to immortalise the dead.The self-confessed Beatles fan began experimenting with brass casings after John Lennon was gunned down.Since then, he has expanded his ‘bullet portrait’ repertoire to include Tupac Shakur and Abraham Lincoln - whose fates were all sealed by the barrel of a gun.The 58-year-old used 8,000 40-calibre bullets for his John Lennon piece, which is 120cm (48in) wide and weighs more than 72kg (11st). The casings are stuck to a strong wooden base before metal paint and a blowtorch is used to create the finished ‘canvas’.The artist, from California, said: ‘I wanted to create a memorial that would remind us how John Lennon died with the aim of taking what destroyed the person and turning it into an enduring monument of strength.I was not sure how the public would respond but I was happy to find there was a very positive response. ‘I truly feel Lennon would like the piece and would probably say something like, “If all bullets were used for art, there would be a lot less orphans”.’

http://www.metro.co.uk/news/887931-artist-pays-tribute-to-john-lennon-and-john-f-kennedy-in-bullet-casings-portraits

The Guardian
January 20, 2012
Paul McCartney's new album: 'I wanted to do this with the Beatles'

Paul McCartney's new album is the album he always wanted to make with the Beatles, he has revealed. After bonding with John Lennon over 30s pop songs, McCartney said he dreamed of putting together a collection of old favourites. "I never got round to it because we were writing Sgt Pepper [or] The White Album," he explained.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2012/jan/20/paul-mccartney-new-album?newsfeed=true

PasteMagazine
January 20, 2012
From the Vault : John Lennon & Yoko Ono : Interview from 1969

As a member of the Wolfgang’s Vault family, Paste has access to a rich archive of historic audio interviews from a variety of sources. Many of these interviews have never existed in text form. Our new From the Vault series will publish a different interview each week from our favorite rock ’n’ roll icons. We begin with John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s famous Bed-in at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel on May 26, 1969.Knowing that there would be a huge amount of publicity surrounding their wedding on March 20, John Lennon and Yoko Ono decided to use the opportunity to promote a cause close to their hearts. Their first Bed-In for Peace took place in late March during their honeymoon in Amsterdam, where they sat in a hotel bed and allowed members of the media to swing by during the day to discuss their ideas for achieving world peace. Hoping to reach a larger audience, a second Bed-In was scheduled for late May in New York, but because of John’s conviction for possession of marijuana and resultant inability to enter the U.S., it ended up taking place in Montreal.This interview was recorded over the phone during this second Bed-In with a friend of the couple, journalist (and Oscar-winning filmmaker a few years later) Howard Smith.

http://mplayer.pastemagazine.com/issues/week-28/articles#article=/issues/week-28/articles/from-the-vault-john-lennon-yoko-ono-1969

Examiner
January 19, 2012
A day in the Beatles' lives: Jan. 20: Frayed edges show at Rock Hall induction

Jan. 20, 1988: The Beatles are inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono, Sean Lennon and Julian Lennon attend. Paul McCartney sends a letter saying he's not attending because of his business differences with the other Beatles. Also inducted: the Beach Boys, the Drifters, Bob Dylan and The Supremes. (You can see a video of the speeches given by George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono, Julian Lennon and Sean Lennon).

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/a-day-the-beatles-lives-beatles-frayed-edges-show-at-rock-hall-induction

The Beatles are inducted in the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame, 1988 - Video

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/the-beatles-are-inducted-the-rock-n-roll-hall-of-fame-video

msLinds

01-20-2012, 07:26 PM

PJSTAR
January 20, 2012
U of I professor uses Beatles as a teaching tool

Michael Cheney, a professor at the University of Illinois at Springfield, is no newcomer when it comes to computer classes.He can recall the PLATO (Programmed Logic for Automated Teaching Operations) system at the University of Illinois that was born way back in 1960 and went through several refinements on the U of I campus. Although the PLATO version that Cheney, 60, recalled had “400 wires, going in every direction,” the idea of using technology to teach was born with that system, he said.The problem with online learning is that since students have different learning styles, you need to try different things to reach them, said Cheney. “Oral is one element. Since I’m not a big books-on-tape guy because I get tired of listening after 25 minutes, I suspected that students might be the same,” he said.Cheney decided that three to five minutes was the ideal length for podcasts he offered to students. As a child of the 60s, Cheney mined the iconic Beatles for his podcast material. But Beatles history — not their music — is what he captured in the podcasts. “We covered subjects such as ‘Why Liverpool?’ and ‘What’s skiffle?’ among other topics,” he said. Cheney even devoted a four-minute podcast to the “Paul is Dead” controversy from the 60s.

http://www.pjstar.com/blogs/mindingbiz/x1192848524/U-of-I-professor-uses-Beatles-as-a-teaching-tool

The Sun
January 20, 2012
The Monkees aimed for The Beatles

MISCHIEVOUS members of The Monkees used to chuck DARTS at a picture of British legends The Beatles, a new BBC documentary reveals.Revealing a hint of envy towards the Fab Four, Monkee Micky Dolenz tells BBC4's How The Brits Rocked America: Go West, screened on January 29: "We had a poster of The Beatles on the wall and we used to throw darts at it."Remembering his US band's Sixties TV show, Micky adds: "It was a show about a band that wanted to be The Beatles and never made it.

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/tv/4073828/The-Monkees-news-Sixties-band-aimed-for-The-Beatles.html

The Tennessean
January 20, 2012
The WannaBeatles campaign to meet Paul McCartney at Grammys

A Grammy nomination doesn't come along every day for most folks - nor does the chance to be under the same roof as former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney.Nashville Beatles tribute act (and 2012 Grammy nominees) The WannaBeatles are well aware of this, and they're making the most of both opportunities with their "We Wanna Meet Paul" campaign.The band will attend this year's Grammys as producers of Fab Fan Memories - The Beatles Bond, a collection of Beatle stories and songs, which is nominated for Best Spoken Word Album. McCartney will also be at the Grammys: he'll be honored as Musicare's "Person of the Year," and the reissue of his Band On The Run is nominated for "Best Historical Package."

http://blogs.tennessean.com/tunein/2012/01/20/the-wannabeatles-campaign-to-meet-paul-mccartney-at-grammys/

msLinds

01-23-2012, 12:24 AM

Everyone have a safe,positive and great week and take care.

Watch multi-media artist Yoko Ono Lennon at D12 conference in Berlin, Germany from January 22, 2012

http://new.livestream.com/channels/546/videos/112251

http://www.dld-conference.com/speakers/art...o_aid_2908.html (http://www.dld-conference.com/speakers/art-design/yoko-ono_aid_2908.html)

Chime.in
January 22, 2012
Yoko Ono Lennon on Stage at DLD in Munich

http://chime.in/user/Bill/chime/98595222807474176

Interview Magazine
January 2012
Trailer Face Off ! Alter Egos vs. GI Joe: Retaliation

Welcome to Thursday Trailer Face-Off, a feature in which we cast a critical eye on two similar upcoming film releases, pitting them against each other across a variety of categories to determine which is most deserving of your two hours. This week: Alter Egos vs. G.I. Joe: Retaliation, two movies that dissect the meaning of the superhero with some cheap chuckles, dastardly villains, and hot ladies along the way.

http://www.interviewmagazine.com/film/trailer-face-off-alter-egos-vs-gi-joe-retaliation#_

Examiner
January 21, 2012
Report: Paul McCartney heading back to Mexico for concert

Paul McCartney will play a concert in Chichen Itza on the Yucatan Peninsula sometime this year, Yucatan's Gov. Ivonne Ortega Pacheco announced on her Twitter account this week according to a report in the Yucatan Times, However, the paper said the governor admitted no signed contract has been signed and that negotations are still ongoing.Rumors have been circulating that McCartney would be appearing in the city. A source told Paul McCartney Examiner that the concert has been under study for about two years.

http://www.examiner.com/paul-mccartney-in-national/report-paul-mccartney-to-play-mexican-city

msLinds

01-23-2012, 02:40 AM

The house was owned by John's aunt, Mimi Smith.

The Northern Times
January 20, 2012
Durness folk deny anger over 'John Lennon house' plans

DURNESS residents deny they are "angry" at any proposals to demolish the house where John Lennon spent many of his school holidays, contrary to national newspaper reports over the weekend.Members of the local community council, at their meeting on Tuesday night, discussed the articles which claimed that the current owners of 54 Sangomore, Richard and Vanessa Stanton, were looking at knocking it down.Planning permission to alter and extend the house was approved in 2010, but it is understood that subsequently, because of the state of the property, it would now need to be demolished and a new house built..Community councillors agreed that the house is in a state of disrepair and are sympathetic to the Stantons' belief that there needs to be a complete rebuild.The members hope, though, that a commemorative plaque on the wall of the house will remain.

http://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/Durness-folk-deny-anger-over-John-Lennon-house-plans-7524410.htm

msLinds

01-23-2012, 03:00 AM

The Star Phoenix
January 23, 2012
Beatles tribute brings psychedelia to TCU Place

It was the night the symphony got psychedelic, classical, magical, mysterious and then - ended in a dance party.On Saturday night, a sold-out crowd of Saskatoon music lovers came together at TCU Place to pay tribute to the music of the Beatles in a surreal, intergenerational happening that paid homage to one of the greatest rock bands of all time.The excitement wasn't for the Beatles themselves, but a group of tribute artists who have their act down to a science. The exciting concert - complete with three costume changes - was occasionally campy but always incredible. The globe-trotting members of the Los Angeles-based Classical Mystery Tour, backed by Saskatoon's Symphony Orchestra, performed the songs of the Beatles as they were recorded, with live musicians acting as dead-ringer doppelgangers of a subdued John Lennon (David Leon), handsome George Harrison (John Brosnan), a cheeky Paul McCartney (Paul Lawson) and a quirky Ringo Starr (Joe Bologna).

http://www.thestarphoenix.com/entertainment/Beatles+tribute+brings+psychedelia+Place/6035615/story.html

msLinds

01-23-2012, 07:30 PM

Something Else !
January 21,2012
In new interview, Paul McCartney says: ‘I didn’t expect to be singing and playing at the level I am now’

Paul McCartney met with the world media this week to talk about his new album Kisses On The Bottom. Here are some highlights from that webstream, including his thoughts on playing with Stevie Wonder again, on returning to the songs of his youth, and on becoming one of rock’s elder statesmen.

http://somethingelsereviews.com/2012/01/21/in-new-interview-paul-mccartney-says-i-didnt-expect-to-be-singing-and-playing-at-the-level-i-am-now/

Express.UK
January 24, 2012
SIR PAUL MCCARTNEY MAKES A US BLUNDER

SIR PAUL McCARTNEY has scored an own goal with his recent comments about the US, especially given that his new wife Nancy Shevell is American.And as his musings have come only a few weeks before he appears at the Grammy Awards in LA the timing couldn’t be worse.Giving his opinion of the US in the Sixties on new BBC show How The Brits Rocked America, Macca, 69, claimed: “We felt it was a little bit backwards.”

http://www.express.co.uk/features/view/297523

Suburban Journals
January 23, 2012
REVIEW: Rain hits all the right notes in Beatles tribute

Tribute bands are nothing new, nor are they particularly unique. In fact, I'm sure that on any given Friday night here in St. Louis you could drive around and find some local musicians performing exact song facsimiles of the artists they love.Tribute bands are like lo-cal substitutes of your favorite foods, and if you can't have exactly what you want, a little "I Can't Believe It's Not Van Halen" will do in a pinch.Perhaps nobody does the tribute thing better than Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles. The group was in St. Louis for two shows last Friday and Saturday at the Fox Theatre.Rain has performed in many incarnations for years and even enjoyed a recent successful run on Broadway (the group is an official offshoot of the notorious Broadway show "Beatlemania").

http://www.stltoday.com/suburban-journals/illinois/life/matdekinder/review-rain-hits-all-the-right-notes-in-beatles-tribute/article_ac776bcf-8dc0-55cc-9726-d0491e25b92f.html

Kirkland Reporter
January 20, 2012
Kirkland band Crème Tangerine to perform Beatles rooftop concert

Following their 2009-11 blockbuster performances attended by thousands in Seattle’s Pike Place Market, Kirkland’s favorite Beatles cover band, Crème Tangerine, will once again climb up on the rooftop balcony of the Copacabana Cafe to celebrate the anniversary of The Beatles last performance famously known as “The Rooftop Concert."In what has become an annual tradition in Seattle, Crème Tangerine will perform songs from that concert, as well as the rock masterpiece “Abbey Road," and more at noon on Friday, Jan. 27 on the rooftop balcony of the Copacabana Café in the Pike Place Market (1520 *½ Pike Place) in Seattle.This location was voted “Best Rooftop Balcony in Seattle” by Seattle Weekly readers for 2008-09.

http://www.kirklandreporter.com/entertainment/137797358.html

The Washington Post Lifesyle
January 23, 2012
Ringo Starr is back, but not better in ‘2012

Back in 1973, beloved ex-Beatle drummer Ringo Starr released “Ringo,” which featured appearances from all of his former bandmates and several members of his eventual All-Starr band, and which remains the signal work of his solo career.From its title down, “Ringo 2012” is meant to induce nostalgia for “Ringo” and for Ringo, a musician of limited range and endless charm who doesn’t have to do much except show up, pound the skins a little and wink knowingly at his audience, which is pretty much what happens. Despite the throwback album title, you can guess which era Starr is really nostalgic for, and it’s not the early 70s.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/ringo-starr-is-back-but-not-better-in-2012/2012/01/20/gIQAa0rtLQ_story.html

msLinds

01-24-2012, 07:51 PM

unseenfilms blogspot
January 23, 2012
The New York International Children's Film Festival has announced it's first films for 2012

The NYICFF has announced the first crop of films for the festival which starts March 2. I think the best way to describe it is as : ITS ALL GOOD.

SLATE PREVIEW:
A Monster in Paris, Opening Night Film – US Premiere, France, Bibo Bergeron. NYICFF 2012 opens with a classic misunderstood-monster tale set in Paris 1910, a warm-hearted animated musical about the power of song featuring Django Reinhardt-style gypsy guitar and honey-toned vocals courtesy of Sean Lennon.

Yellow Submarine – Special Event, UK, George Dunning. First NYC Screening in Over 10 Years! An icon of psychedelic pop culture, Yellow Submarine is a colorful musical spectacle and an exhilaratingly joyful cinematic experience – filled with visual invention, optical illusions, word play, and glorious, glorious music.

http://unseenfilms.blogspot.com/2012/01/new-york-international-childrens-film.html

http://www.gkids.com/

msLinds

01-25-2012, 01:18 AM

The Washington Times Communities
January 24, 2012
Living in the Material World: George Harrison exhibit at the Grammy Museum at LA Live

LOS ANGELES, Ca,January 23, 2012 - Honoring the ten-year anniversary of the passing of legendary Beatle George Harrison, the Grammy Museum at LA Live in downtown Los Angeles hosts an engaging and powerful exhibit featuring many of the musician’s personal effects, iconic pieces of wardrobe, letters, sketchbooks and of course many of the infamous musician’s instruments.

http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/payne-full-living/2012/jan/24/living-material-world-george-harrison-exhibit-gram/

prMac
January 23, 2012
The Lads from Liverpool - Puts Beatles Fans to the Test

Portland, Oregon - Do you know all there is to know about the Beatles ? TourBuddy Systems LLC asks that question with the launch of "The Lads from Liverpool" - the largest collection of Beatles trivia and information on the App Store. This interactive quiz offers Beatles Buffs a treasure trove of over 500 questions about the band, their music, the members and their lives both on and off the stage. Dynamic scoring means that harder questions earn players more points and updates - including Beatles Anagrams -are slated to be included in the next version of the app.

http://prmac.com/release-id-37406.htm

The Examiner - Washington
January 24, 2012
Review: Ex-Beatle longs for Liverpool on new album

"Ringo 2012," Ringo Starr.
One look in the mirror was all it took for ex-Beatle Ringo Starr to find the best producer for his 17th solo record, "Ringo 2012," Starr claims. Unfortunately, looks can be deceiving and Starr might have done better shopping around someone to make this release more interesting.

http://washingtonexaminer.com/entertainment/2012/01/review-ex-beatle-longs-liverpool-new-album/2130011

Gibson
January 23, 2012
20 Essential Facts About the Gibson J-200

Ask a guitarist to name the ultimate Gibson acoustic, and many will reply – it’s the J-200. Elegant and flamboyantly curvaceous even by Gibson’s top-line standards, the J-200 has found fame in the hands of numerous legends: Elvis Presley, John Lennon, Pete Townshend, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jimmy Page, Neil Young and The Edge, to name but a few. Heck, even kids’ TV cowboy Rex Traylor played a J-200.The J-200 entered production in 1937, and continues to this day as one of the most-desirable guitars in history. The J-200 is known as the “king of the flat-tops” for good reason.

http://www.gibson.com/en-us/Lifestyle/Features/gibson-j-200-facts-0123-2012/

Nico

01-25-2012, 02:52 AM

msLinds

01-26-2012, 01:11 AM

I'm looking forward Nico to seeing the new film, 'A Monster in Paris'.When it finally gets released to be shown in the US here to.

HULIQ
January 25, 2012
Paul McCartney's new single to drop Feb. 7

Paul McCartney is in the news for a repeat collaboration with Stevie Wonder. Their single is ready to drop next week, entitled Only Our Hearts, from his new album Kisses From the Bottom.Sir Paul went back in the studio after 30 years with Stevie Wonder, reported the UK Telegraph. Although their duet "Ebony and Ivory" was not as well received by music critics, it hit #1 on the charts on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.

http://www.huliq.com/10061/paul-mccartneys-new-single-drop-feb-7

Reuters
January 25, 2012
Paul McCartney's wife resigns from New York transit board

Nancy Shevell, the American heiress married to former Beatle Paul McCartney, on Wednesday resigned from the board of New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority where she served since 2001.

http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/01/25/us-mccartney-wife-idUSTRE80O2IK20120125

Look to the stars
January 25, 2012
Rare Paul McCartney Print Up For Auction

Beatles fans are in for a treat next month, as a very special piece of memorabilia goes under the hammer when Paul McCartney is awarded Person Of The Year by MusiCares.Rock Paper Photo, the largest online gallery of pop culture, fine art photography and Tom Murray, renowned Beatle’s photographer have joined together to donate one of Murray’s highly sought after Beatles prints for the GRAMMY-affiliated MusiCares 22nd annual benefit gala on Friday, February 10, 2012 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.The gala will recognize 14-time GRAMMY winner, Paul McCartney, for his creative accomplishments and ch

http://www.looktothestars.org/news/7733-rare-paul-mccartney-print-up-for-auction

PRLOG
January 25, 2012
World’s Greatest Beatles Artist - Shannon MacDonald Goes Green !

Shannon MacDonald has taken her concern of enviromental issues to heart and is now using a ‘green’ paint called Envirobase® by PPG. The waterborne paint is the safest on the market for keeping toxins out of the environment. Currently, Shannon is the only artist in the custom paint world using this product for illustration as demonstrated when she recently turned heads at SEMA 2011 in Las Vegas with her newest ‘green’ painting titled ‘Angelic John’.

http://www.prlog.org/11780953-worlds-greatest-beatles-artist-shannon-macdonald-goes-green.html

GENERO
January 25, 2012
Ringo Starr : MAKE THE OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR WINGS FROM HIS NEW ALBUM RINGO 2012

Ringo Starr is giving filmmakers the opportunity to make the official promo for his new single*Wings, from his new album RINGO 2012.This is an opportunity for filmmakers to make a music video for one of the world’s most influential artists, and get their work in front of Universal Music Enterprises, one of the industry's leading record labels. Ringo will personally choose the winner, which will be serviced to media as the official promo video for Wings.

http://genero.tv/ringo/

msLinds

01-26-2012, 09:04 PM

PopMatters
January 25, 2012
Paul McCartney: The Family Way (Soundtrack)

August 1966 saw the Beatles deliver what would be their final live performance. Shortly thereafter the Fab Four took a break of sorts—John Lennon flew to Spain to star in How I Won The War (Ringo flew over later to lend support), George Harrison traveled to India and, somewhere in all of this, Paul McCartney worked with George Martin on the soundtrack to The Family Way. Based on the 1963 play by Bill Naughton, All In Good Time, the Roy Boulting-directed picture starred John Mills, Hayley Mills, and Hywel Bennett. It is the story of two newlyweds who have a difficult time starting their new life as the real world seems only too happy to continue intruding.

http://www.popmatters.com/pm/review/153224-paul-mccartney-the-family-way-soundtrack/

Examiner
January 26, 2012
Paul McCartney may give his regards to a new video game

Paul McCartney may be looking to write music for a video game. The former Beatle told the German newspaper Die Zeit in an interview the computer game market is a innovative one."This is a fascinating market," he told the paper in a rough translation of the German text. "A new computer game is selling these days so much better than a new CD. And you reach a different audience.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/paul-mccartney-may-give-his-regards-to-a-new-video-game

ONTD
January 26, 2012
Charlotte Muhl Face of Odd Molly

Spring Summer 12 collection from Odd Molly presented to the American model Charlotte Kemp Muhl as a new image of the firm.This collaboration began in the New York Fashion Week, when she appeared with her boyfriend, musician Sean Lennon, with the group "The Ghost Of A Saber Tooth Tiger" to present the SS11 collection.Per Holknekt, Director Creative of Odd Molly, explains:"After working with our beloved and multidisciplinary Helena Christensen, Odd Molly has decided to work now with Charlotte Kemp Muhl for the campaign of 2012. She acted in the last parade of Odd Molly at New York Fashion Week and when they had to elect a new model, chosen her was a quick decision. When we saw entertain the audience singing and playing the accordion with Lennon on our show, we immediately fell in love with her.The Top Model has not only a personal look extraordinary, but is also talented in many other disciplines. Odd Molly celebrates a woman has many qualities and Charlotte Kemp Muhl see in a perfect successor to Helena Christensen. And yes, Charlotte loves our designs and our values, so that the admiration is mutual. This collaboration is very exciting for us. "

http://ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com/66060050.html

The Wall Street Journal
January 27, 2012
It's Alive! Vinyl Makes a Comeback

The digital revolution was supposed to do away with a lot of fusty old relics. First compact discs took their toll on the long-playing (and long-played) vinyl record; then iPods and digital downloads began doing the same to CDs. But long after the eulogies had been delivered, the vinyl LP has been revived.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970204573704577184973290800632.html?mod=googlenews_wsj

msLinds

01-27-2012, 08:15 PM

Everyone have a safe, positive and great weekend and take care.

Gloucestershire
January 27, 2012
Auctions: Beatles memorabilia

MONEY can't buy you love, insisted John Lennon, but bidders at a Cotswold auction proved last week that money can buy you Beatles collectables.A large collection of Beatles ephemera made over £7,000 when it was sold by auctioneers Moore Allen & Innocent in Cirencester on Friday, January 20.The collection, which included books, posters, china plates, drinks mats, guitars, pin badges, fridge magnets and even a gift box of men's socks and a telephone that sang Yeah, Yeah, Yeah at an incoming call, was amassed by a single collector over a half century.

http://www.thisisgloucestershire.co.uk/Auctions-Beatles-memorabilia/story-15053947-detail/story.html

Seattle PI
January 27, 2012
Beatles coming to Wallingford in 45-foot mural

The Beatles are coming to Wallingford – kind of.Beginning this week, a 45-foot long mural of the Beatles' "Abbey Road" album cover will be painted on the west wall of Golden Oldies music store next to the original Dick's Drive-In. Expected to be completed in early February, owner Dean Silverstone hopes it will become a recognizable neighborhood*landmark.

http://www.seattlepi.com/local/article/Beatles-coming-to-Wallingford-in-45-foot-mural-2697275.php

OLOGY
January 27, 2012
Listen In: Joseph Gordon-Levitt Sings 'Hey Jude' At Sundance

Well, it really isn't difficult trying to figure out what Joseph Gordon-Levitt would have wanted to be if not a film star. The Dark Knight Rises actor showed his music talent once again this past week in front of a full crowd at the Sundance Film Festival. This time he did a cover of the Beatles hit "Hey Jude."Strumming on his guitar isn't new to Gordon-Levitt. He's previously performed and uploaded a video with friend and 500 Days of Summer co-star Zooey Deschanel.

http://www.ology.com/celebs-and-gossip/listen-joseph-gordon-levitt-sings-hey-jude-sundance/01272012

Anglotopia.com
January 27, 2012
Guest Post: Visit Liverpool for the True Beatles Experience – Top Beatles Attractions in Liverpool England

Liverpool is famous for many things – the Mersey ferry, the unique ‘scouse’ dialect and for being awarded the prestigious title of ‘European Capital of Culture’ in 2008. More famous than all these factors combined though, is the fact that Liverpool is the birthplace of one of the most successful and critically acclaimed bands in rock and roll history – The Beatles.For all die hard Beatles fans a pilgrimage to Merseyside is a must – and with Liverpool hotels available at great prices if you book early, plus the great selection of transport links to the city, there is no better weekend away for a Beatles die-hard than a couple of days in the ‘pool.’

http://www.anglotopia.net/british-entertainment/guest-post-visit-liverpool-for-the-true-beatles-experience-top-beatles-attractions-in-liverpool-england/

Paul MCartney.com
January 27, 2012
Tiffany&Co. Offer Exclusive Preview and Complimentary Download of 'Only Our Hearts' Today!

http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/news/-/blogs/tiffany&co-offer-exclusive-preview-and-complimentary-download-of-only-our-hearts-today!?_33_redirect=http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/blogs-home%3bjsessionid=696C1627ABA688D86031B5A9BB05C00A.lr1PR?p_p_id=115_INSTANCE_cA00&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-2&p_p_col_count=1&%23p_115_INSTANCE_cA00&#p_33%23top

msLinds

01-28-2012, 01:09 AM

Interview Magazine
January 2012
Unloading with Mystical Weapons

Mystical Weapons, a band that has only played five shows so far, is significantly adding to its résumé this weekend with engagements tonight and tomorrow at The Kitchen. But the band is comprised of two members who cumulatively have played thousands of shows: Sean Lennon (Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger, Plastic Ono Band) and Greg Saunier (Deerhoof), alongside video artist Martha Colburn. The band feels seasoned—a barrage of noise, a flaying drummer, and a hallucinatory display of improvisational video projections.Interview sat down with Saunier, who offered the history of the band, some heartfelt remarks, and his boasting love of improvisation and collaboration.

http://www.interviewmagazine.com/music/mystical-weapons-greg-saunier-sean-lennon

msLinds

01-29-2012, 11:02 AM

Everyone have a safe,positive and great upcoming week and take care.

andPOP
January 28, 2012
The Beatles ‘Here Comes The Sun’: Lost Solo Discovered

Here comes the Son.Dhani Harrison, the son of George (the late and great Beatles guitarist) visited Abbey Road studio with long-time Beatles producer George Martin and his son, Giles *to discover something sacred. Deep in the master tracks of “Here Comes The Sun” from 1969′s Abbey Road, Dhani stumbles upon a lost solo from his father’s ballad. It completely changes the texture of the song, not to mention how freakin’ cool it is.
It’s chilling, but doesn’t compare to the moment when George Martin turns to Dhani and says, “You’re like your father.

http://www.andpop.com/2012/01/28/the-beatles-here-comes-the-sun-lost-solo-discovered/

Examiner
January 28, 2012
Ringo Starr plans intense media blitz over next few days to promote new album

Ringo Starr, getting ready for the release of his new album "Ringo 2012" Jan. 31 in the U.S., will be all over TV and radio starting Sunday. Here's a rundown of where you can catch him.
On Sunday, he'll be a guest on Chris Carter's "Breakfast With the Beatles" on KLOS-FM sometime between 11 a.m. and noon PT, host Chris Carter told us. The show will be streamed online on www.955klos.com. On Monday, Jan. 30, he'll be at the Troubadour (yes, the same club that was the site of John Lennon's infamous "Lost Weekend" incident) for a*Town Hall interview by Russell Brand and selected fans. The radio event, sponsored by SiriusXM, will be moderated by record producer (and Ringo friend) Don Was.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/ringo-starr-will-be-all-over-radio-and-tv-to-promote-his-new-album

Examiner
January 27, 2012
Ringo Starr attends club show by fellow Beatle's son

There was a Beatle in the audience for James McCartney's show at the Viper Room in Hollywood Friday night, but it wasn't his dad Paul McCartney.*Chris Carter, host of "Chris Carter's 'Breakfast With the Beatles" on SiriusXM and KLOS-FM, tells us Beatles drummer Ringo Starr, his brother-in-law Joe Walsh, Ringo's wife Barbara Bach and Joe's wife, Marjorie Bach, Barbara's sister, all were at the younger McCartney's show at Hollywood's Viper Room. *(You can see a clip of the show at left.)

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/ringo-starr-attends-show-by-fellow-beatle-s-son

The Globe and Mail
January 28, 2012
Paul gets back to where he once belonged

When you consider who Paul McCartney might be jealous of, the list seems rather short. Nelson Mandela? Mick Jagger? God? He doesn’t have a lot of rivals in the most-beloved, putting-smiles-on-people’s-faces-for-50-years category. So the answer’s a bit of a shock, because it turns out that the person Sir Paul is fretting over is Rod Stewart.Yes, the king of tight pants and young wives, that Rod Stewart. It seems that for years McCartney has wanted to record an album of standards, but each time he thought about it, he backed away, because you-know-who had been there first.“It’s difficult when you use old songs, like Cheek to Cheek or The Way You Look Tonight,” said McCartney, talking to reporters last week in London. “Rod Stewart’s done them all. That’s really why I didn’t do the album – I though, Rod’s already done all the songs!”

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/arts/music/paul-mccartney-gets-set-for-kisses-on-the-bottom/article2317338/

Examiner
January 27, 2012
Exclusive preview of new Beatles toy taxis, buses, plush dolls (pics)

Some new Beatles items will be hitting the market in the next 30 days. Included in the new items, which come from Factory Entertainment, will be diecast taxis and double decker buses and also plush toys. You can see them pictured in the slideshow at left.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/exclusive-preview-of-new-beatles-toy-taxis-buses-plush-dolls-pics

Examiner
January 28, 2012
Creme Tangerine joined by Roger Fisher and Alan White for Beatles rooftop show

January 28, 2011, Seattle, Washington – The 44th anniversary of the Beatles’ infamous “rooftop concert” was celebrated in Seattle Friday afternoon with a free lunchtime concert given by tribute group Crème Tangerine. The show, the band's 4th annual event, took place on the rooftop patio of the Copacabana Café in Pike Place Market. Seattle rock legends, Heart’s Roger Fisher and Yes drummer Alan White (former drummer for John Lennon and George Harrison), were special guest performers. Don Wilson of theVentures was unable to attend as originally planned.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/creme-tangerine-joined-by-roger-fisher-and-alan-white-for-beatles-rooftop-show

msLinds

01-30-2012, 03:41 PM

Mother Jones
January 30, 2012
8 Videos to Commemorate The Beatles' Final Concert, 43 Years Later

"January 30" means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. In 1649, Charles I of England marked the date by getting his head lopped off by angry parliamentarians. On the same day in 1882, Franklin Delano Roosevelt was born. Exactly 51 years later, Adolf Hitler was sworn in as chancellor.And on January 30, 1969, some British rock band played its last concert on some rooftop in some part of London. There were four guys in the band, we think. One of the songwriters was from Liverpool. They might have done a show in Hamburg once or twice. Oh, and the group also had this peculiar affinity for never-ending pasturage of soft, red fruit with seed-studded façades....

http://motherjones.com/mixed-media/2012/01/beatles-rooftop-concert-video

Examiner
January 30, 2012
What Paul McCartney, Yoko, Brian Epstein, George Martin take to a desert island

The long-running BBC radio program "Desert Island Discs" celebrated its 70th birthday Sunday. It continues to this day.For Americans who have never heard it, the idea is for the selected "presenter" to reveal the music they'd take with them on a desert island. The Beatles as a group never gave their choices, but they and their music have figured often on the

[http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/paul-mccartney-made-his-desert-island-disc-choices-40-years-ago-today

Examiner
January 30, 2012
Full premiere of Paul McCartney's 'Kisses on the Bottom' album now online

Fans waiting for Paul McCartney's "Kisses on the Bottom" album have heard several individual tracks in the past couple of weeks. Now you can hear the whole album.*National Public Radio (NPR), as part of its "First Listen" series, has streams of both the full album and individual tracks for public listening.*

http://www.examiner.com/paul-mccartney-in-national/full-premiere-of-paul-mccartney-s-kisses-on-the-bottom-album-now-online

James McCartney makes US TV debut on Letterman tonight
January 30, 2012

James McCartney is set to make his US national television debut on Late Show with David Letterman tonight, January 30th. He'll also be playing at NYC's Rockwood Music Hall February 1st.McCartney's appearances celebrate the recent release of "The Complete EP Collection" on Engine Company records, which combines McCartney's two previous EP's with five never-heard bonus tracks. The special two-disc set was produced by David Kahne and Paul McCartney.

http://www.rockwoodmusichall.com

http://jamesmccartneyfanclub.com/en/news

http://trueoldiesabilene.com/paul-mccartneys-son-james-on-letterman-video/

The Financial Express
January 30, 2012
My Father Inspired the Beatles :Paul McCartney

London: Beatles legend Paul McCartney says his father was one of the main inspirations behind the sound of the band.The 69-year-old praises his dad James for introducing him to music while growing up in Liverpool, reported Contactmusic."My first musical memories come from my dad. He would play the piano at home - he and his friend Freddie Rimmer, both of whom worked at the cotton exchange in Liverpool as salesmen.

http://www.financialexpress.com/news/my-father-inspired-the-beatles-paul-mccartney/905594/

Alldaytech
January 30, 2012
NAMM 2012: John Lennon Educational Tour Bus celebrates 15 years

Anyone who’s attended the NAMM Show in the last several years has seen the big blue bus that settles in for the four days of the show in front of the Anaheim Convention Center. It’s the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus, a state of the art, non profit rolling recording studio and HD production hub with a sole altruistic purpose: to bring free, hands-on music education to students across the nation. This year the bus celebrated its 15th anniversary at the NAMM Show and we caught up with bus co-founder and executive director Brian Rothschild to learn more about the bus and the technology within.

http://www.alldaytech.com/namm-2012-john-lennon-educational-tour-bus-celebrates-15-years/

Feelnumb
January 29, 2012
Story Behind The Yellow Submarine Sculpture At Liverpool John Lennon Airport

In 1984, this 51 foot Yellow Submarine metal sculpture was built by apprentices from the UK shipyard Cammell Laird for the International Garden Festival held in Liverpool, home of The Beatles. *Here’s an old photo of the submarine at the festival.

http://www.feelnumb.com/2012/01/29/story-behind-the-yellow-submarine-sculpture-at-liverpool-john-lennon-airport/

Hungeree
January 30, 2012
The Art of John Lennon exhibition in Hungary

A lithograph of musician John Lennon by Andy Warhol went on display with other Lennon-inspired works at the Reök Palace in Szeged, Hungary, which was built in 1907 and renovated as a cultural center in 2007. The exhibition features artwork by and for John Lennon from the private collection of a collector named Michael-Andreas Wahle.
http://hungeree.com/culture/the-art-of-john-lennon-exhibition-in-hungary/

msLinds

01-31-2012, 12:09 AM

NME
January 30, 2012
Hear Ringo Starr's new album 'Ringo 2012' exclusively on NME.COM – audio

The drummer's 17th solo effort is out in shops today.You can hear The Beatles' drummer Ringo Starr's new album 'Ringo 2012' in full and exclusively on NME.COM by scrolling down to the bottom of the page and clicking. The album, which is officially released today (January 30), is the sticksman's 17th solo effort and features nine tracks in all. It includes guest performances from The Eagles' Joe Walsh, Benmont Tench from Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers and Eurythmics' Dave Stewart.

http://www.nme.com/news/ringo-starr/61722

USA Today
January 29, 2012
Ringo Starr stays positive on 17th solo album 'Ringo 2012'

BEVERLY HILLS – "This is an anthem of peace and love," Ringo Starr sings with irony-free fervor on the opening track of his 17th solo album.It's a fitting sentiment from the celebrated drummer who flashes a peace sign at the click of a camera shutter and wears the hippie-era mantra like a second skin. Sometimes literally. Today, lounging on the patio of his Beverly Hills Hotel suite, he's sporting a "peace and love" T-shirt as part of a natty ensemble that's casual chic from the shades and earrings to the black-and-white high tops.

http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/news/story/2012-01-29/ringo-starr-new-album-beatles/52876400/1

429 Records
January 30, 2012
Roberta Flack's Single "We Can Work It Out" Debuts On 2 Radio Charts
NEW ALBUM "LET IT BE ROBERTA: ROBERTA FLACK SINGS THE BEATLES" AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 7TH

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Roberta Flack the four-time Grammy Award-winning artist is back after an eight year absence with a brand new album, "LET IT BE ROBERTA: ROBERTA FLACK SINGS THE BEATLES"—a collection of Beatles song interpretations. The first single "We Can Work It Out" made a spectacular debut on two different radio charts this past week garnering #1 Most Added at Mainstream AC Chart and #2 Most Added at Urban AC. In addition, the single moved into the Top 20 at Smooth AC radio. Buzz continues to build as key press such as NPR, Billboard, Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, AARP and More Magazine are already confirmed. Newly signed to a partnership of 429 Records, Sony/ATV Music Publishing and Flack's RAS Records, the album which was produced by Sherrod Barnes, who has also produced Beyonce' and Angie Stone, with contributing producers Jerry Barnes and Barry Miles, is slated for release on February 7th worldwide (Sony Music will release the album in Japan).

http://www.virtualpressoffice.com/publicsiteContentFileAccess?fileContentId=709765&fromOtherPageToDisableHistory=Y&menuName=News&sId=&sInfo=

Statesman Journal
January 28, 2012
Ballet performs show based on Beatles music

The Eugene Ballet Company comes to Salem on Saturday with "All You Need Is Love," based on The Beatles' music, and "Concerto Grosso," inspired by the late Oregon composer Ernest Bloch.Choreographer Toni Pimble said the 18 dance pieces in The Beatles set will range from poignant ("Eleanor Rigby") to "pure crazy dance" ("Why Don't We Do It in the Road").The show will be the season's final in Salem. If there's sufficient interest —*by audiences and major donors — the company may offer more performances and student outreach in Salem next year, Pimble said.

http://www.statesmanjournal.com/article/20120129/LIFE/201290334/Ballet-performs-show-based-Beatles-music?odyssey=nav

msLinds

01-31-2012, 08:51 PM

Paste Magazine
January 30, 2012
The 10 Best Beatles Solo Albums

The Beatles were bigger than the sum of their parts, but those parts were still pretty amazing: John Lennon’s blunt, personal lyrics, Paul McCartney’s powerhouse vocals and memorable bass lines, George Harrison’s legendary lead guitar work and Ringo Starr’s thumping, solid drums.Tied together with now-legendary producer George Martin, the group made some of the most beloved music of the ’60s. To celebrate the release of Ringo Starr’s new album, Ringo 2012, we’ll take a look the best solo accomplishments from the Fab Four.

http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/lists/2012/01/the-10-best-beatles-solo-albums.html?fb_comment_id=fbc_314972151871790_4001689_315436741825331

TheNewsClick
January 31, 2012
Photo: The shot before 'Abbey Road'

Making the rounds on Facebook, is something that intrigues me more than the usual viral video of the day.Perhaps the most iconic image by The Beatles, is the four walking across 'Abbey Road." Unseen by many, the site fstoppers.com posted the photo taken prior to the shot that we all have come to know and love. They were oblivious to the importance of the image which is about to be captured. Moments later, the cover of Abbey Road was made and sealed into history.

http://mynorthwest.com/646/619712/Photo-The-shot-before-Abbey-Road

Yale Daily News
January 31, 2012
Composer explores origins of Beatles songs

Composer and producer Scott Freiman ’84 used audio and video material from the Beatles, which he has collected over the course of several years, to analyze the origin and evolution of a hit Beatles song at an Ezra Stiles College master’s tea Monday night.About 50 students and faculty members attended Freiman’s hour-long multimedia presentation about “Strawberry Fields Forever,” a Beatles song released in 1966. In his presentation, which featured early versions of Beatles songs, Freiman said the Beatles’ willingness to experiment with their music was instrumental in their achievement of extreme popularity.“What makes the Beatles so pertinent to the evolution of music is that they liked breaking the rules and constantly looking for new sounds,” Freiman said.

http://www.yaledailynews.com/news/2012/jan/31/composer-explores-origins-of-beatles-songs/

James McCartney - Angel - David Letterman 1-30-12‬

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=6jPQhqzloRM

The Telegraph
January 27, 2012
Paul McCartney, Kisses on the Bottom, CD review

Paul McCartney abandons the guitar and pays homage to the music of his youth.John Lennon famously disdained Paul McCartney’s music hall tendencies as “nice little folk songs for the grannies to dig”. But the Beatles’ appeal owed as much to solid roots in Tin Pan Alley tunemanship as rock bite and experimentalism, lessons in classic song structure embedded in them from their parent’s generation.For his 35th post-Beatles album (counting Wings, classical, soundtrack and electronic works), McCartney pays homage to songs he first heard his father play on the family piano. The mood is of warm and cosy nostalgia, laced with the qualities of magic and emotion familiar from McCartney’s own works of whimsy. He loves this material, and it shows.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music/cdreviews/9044179/Paul-McCartney-Kisses-on-the-Bottom-CD-review.html

Something Else
January 29, 2012
Gimme Five: Ringo Starr singing songs by the Beatles

As with the decades-old hit solo album for which it’s named, Ringo Starr’s forthcoming Ringo 2012 includes an array of name guest stars. Unfortunately, unlike 1973′s Ringo, none of those friendly assists come from his fellow ex-Beatles. Joe Walsh, Dave Stewart and Kenny Wayne Shepherd are fine, and all. But the truth is, the combination of Starr and material written by Paul McCartney, John Lennon and George Harrison has provided Ringo with many (some might say most) of his career highlights.Here’s our take on the Top 5 — with five more honorable mentions. We’ve left off, but only reluctantly, songs written by Starr or others that simply featured fellow Beatles — namely, “King of Broken Hearts” with Harrison from 1998′s Vertical Man; 1960s-era Beatles cover songs like “Matchbox” and “Act Naturally,” which hit for Carl Perkins and Buck Owens, respectively; Ringo’s fun 1974 take on the Platters’ “Only You” with Lennon; or the terrific “Walk With You” with McCartney from Y Not in 2010.

http://somethingelsereviews.com/2012/01/29/gimme-five-ringo-starr-singing-songs-by-the-other-beatles/

msLinds

02-01-2012, 02:12 AM

Manchester Evening News
January 31, 2012
50 years on from the Beatles first real gig in Manchester - and an old poster could be worth £10k

Their name is inextricably linked with that other city Liverpool. But the Beatles were regular visitors to Manchester too, and this week marks the 50th anniversary of their first proper professional gig here, writes Paul Taylor. Pauline Clegg remembers well how Ringo Starr liked his fried eggs...flipped over onto the yolk. She remembers chatting with a young John Lennon, and thinking that he found the business of being a rising pop star “quite daft”. “They were ordinary lads, dead cheeky. John was fascinating to talk to,” recalls Pauline, known affectionately to the Beatles as “Mrs Cloggie”.

http://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/tv_and_showbiz/s/1472521_50-years-on-from-the-beatles-first-real-gig-in-manchester---and-an-old-poster-could-be-worth-10k

Contact Music
January 31, 2012
Beatles - The Beatles Considered Final Gig At The Pyramids

The Beatles considered wrapping up their career with a gig at the Pyramids outside Cairo, Egypt, according to drummer Ringo Starr.Promoting his new album at SiriusXM's Town Hall radio event on Monday night (30Jan12) - the 43rd anniversary of the Fab Four's final performance - Starr revealed he and his bandmates thought about going out in style with a spectacular final gig.

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/the-beatles-considered-final-gig-at-the-pyramids_1289285

RollingStone Music
January 31, 2012
Meet the Beatle: Russell Brand Interviews Ringo Starr in L.A.

Drummer on digital music: 'If you made a record, I’d probably pick out tracks that I like and download that'.Ringo Starr will never write a book about his life, he insisted during a "Town Hall" broadcast live yesterday on SiriusXM from the Troubadour in West Hollywood, Calif. "I've been asked to write an autobiography of myself, but they really only want those eight years," he said with a laugh, referring to his time in the Beatles. "And I say, 'But there are 10 volumes before we get to that, and 20 afterwards.'"

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/russell-brand-interviews-ringo-starr-at-los-angeles-town-hall-20120131

Heritage.com
Janautry 31, 2012
ANN ARBOR: U of M Museum of Art to host exhibit 'Fluxus and the Essential Questions of Life' featuring work of Yoko Ono

"Fluxus and the Essential Questions of Life," an exhibition of more than 100 works by major artists, including George Maciunas, Yoko Ono and Nam June Paik, will be on view at the University of Michigan Museum of Art from Feb. 25 through May 20.The exhibition is designed for visitors to experience the influential cultural development that was Fluxus, an international network of artists, composers and designers that emerged as an art (or "anti-art") phenomenon in the early 1960s and was noted for blurring the boundaries between art and life.

http://www.heritage.com/articles/2012/01/31/life/doc4f2591a1a8d14120132308.txt

Kool Radio
January 31, 2012
John Lennon Talks About The Beatles Infamous “Butcher Cover” - Audio

When The Beatles Yesterday And Today album was originally issued in the United States, it featured a cover that caused such outrage that Capitol Records immediately withdraw it and replaced the picture thus creating an instant collectors item fetching big $ today from collectors.

http://kool.radio.com/2012/01/31/listen-to-john-lennon-talk-about-the-infanous-butcher-cover/

msLinds

02-01-2012, 03:54 PM

Iceland Review Online
January 1, 2012
Dhani Harrison to Wed Iceland deCODE Chief’s Daughter

Dhani Harrison, the son of late Beatle George Harrison and his wife Olivia, is set to marry Sólveig Káradóttir, the daughter of Icelandic neurologist Kári Stefánsson, chief and co-founder of deCODE Genetics, in June.

http://www.icelandreview.com/icelandreview/daily_news/Dhani_Harrison_to_Wed_Iceland_deCODE_Chief%E2%80%99s_Daughter_0_386957.news.aspx

Digital Spy
February 1, 2012
Ringo Starr: 'I'll retire when I can't hold a drum stick'

Ringo Starr has insisted that he has no plans to retire.The Beatles drummer celebrated his 71st birthday last July, but recently told USA Today that he doesn't need to stop performing in order to enjoy his golden years."As long as I can hold the sticks, I can play… I want to put a jam band together, where we do a two-minute song and a 40-minute fade like the Grateful Dead," Starr quipped.He went on to say: "I joke that I'll end up in a blues band and play very, very slow."

http://www.digitalspy.com/music/news/a363357/ringo-starr-ill-retire-when-i-cant-hold-a-drum-stick.html

La Jolla Light
February 1, 2012
Magical Mystery Tour: Quilted Beatles homage comes to Visions Museum

Over the years, The Beatles have been honored by film, stage, and musical tributes, but probably never before in the medium of*quilts. On Feb. 3, the small but mighty Visions Art Museum will present 43 pieces in homage to the Fab Four at an artists’ reception, part of the monthly First Friday event at Liberty Station.*“Magical Mystery Tour” is the theme of this year’s “challenge competition” from Canyon Quilters, a University City group that includes many of Visions’ members. The challenge: To come up with a 14-inch-square quilt inspired by the Beatles.

http://www.lajollalight.com/2012/01/31/magical-mystery-tour-quilted-beatles-homage-comes-to-visions-museum/

msLinds

02-01-2012, 08:45 PM

The Hollywood Reporter
February 1, 2012
Paul McCartney to Receive Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Nearly 20 Years After Being Chosen

Although first nominated in 1993, the Musicares Person of the Year honoree is the only Beatle without a star on the famous boulevard.It may be hard to believe, but Sir*Paul McCartney, one of two surviving members of The Beatles and arguably the game-changing foursome's most successful solo graduate, is the only Beatle who doesn’t have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/paul-mccartney-star-hollywood-walk-fame-284443

24H
February 1, 2012
Stars shining for Macca tribute

Paul McCartney may not need a little help from friends to get by these days - but he’s going to get plenty of it anyway.The lineup for the Grammy-week tribute concert to the former Beatle has just been announced, and includes everyone from jazz legends and hard-rock heroes to pop divas.Neil Young and Crazy Horse, Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Katy Perry, Norah Jones, Diana Krall, Tony Bennett and Alicia Keys are among the performers who will celebrate the 69-year-old McCartney when he’s honoured as MusiCares Person of the Year in Los Angeles in February.

http://vancouver.24hrs.ca/Entertainment/music/2012/02/01/19325361.html

The Guardian
February 1, 2012
Paul McCartney's Kisses on the Bottom: Jamie Cullum's review

Paul McCartney's new album, Kisses on the Bottom, which you can listen to here, sees him turning his hand to jazz-age standards. And the result, writes Jamie Cullum, is a triumph
The Beatles always had a soft spot for the era of songwriting that came before they invented the modern rock band. It's nice of them really, considering that by the 70s the genre they helped define had made dinosaurs of the likes of Frank Sinatra (who later sang the Beatles' Something and Yesterday). Among the many things that made them unique, the ghosts of Cole Porter, Fats Waller and Harold Arlen helped give the Beatles the tools to experiment with the kind of structure and melody that gave birth to some of their greatest songs.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/musicblog/2012/jan/30/paul-mccartney-jamie-cullum?newsfeed=true

msLinds

02-02-2012, 09:05 PM

Tampa Bay online
February 2, 2012
Lennon's other artistry on display in Hyde Park

John Lennon left an indelible mark on the music world, first as one of the "Beatles," then as a solo artist before his death in 1980 after being shot by Mark David Chapman in New York City.The iconic singer also had a strong passion for art, but he found it difficult to be taken seriously by the art world."He was looking for galleries in New York and Canada (to exhibit his artwork)," says Lennon's widow, Yoko Ono. "It was very frustrating because we couldn't find one."

http://www2.tbo.com/entertainment/events/2012/feb/02/2/fxnewso12-lennons-other-artistry-on-display-ar-353995/

Big Cartoon News
February 2, 2012
“The Beatles” writer Bruce Howard dead at 86

Emmy-nominated TV writer Bruce Howard, an uncredited story man for all 39 episodes of King Features Syndicate’s 1965–67 The Beatles cartoon series, died Monday in Studio City, California of natural causes. He was 86.

http://blog.bcdb.com/the-beatles-writer-bruce-howard-dead-86-2896/

Stereo Board
February 2, 2012
Ringo Starr Denies Rivalry Between Him And Ex-Bandmate Paul McCartney

Ex-Beatles legend Ringo Starr has denied that there is a rivalry between him and ex-bandmate Sir Paul McCartney – despite the pair both releasing new albums within the same week.Starr’s 16th studio album ‘Ringo 2012’ came out two days ago, with the drummer claiming that he “has no plans to retire” and would ‘play as long as he could hold the sticks’. McCartney’s new record ‘Kisses on the Bottom’ will be out from Monday – exactly a week after Ringo’s hit shelves.But, in an interview with Spinner, Starr claimed the two were the best of friends – and there was no rivalry.

http://www.stereoboard.com/content/view/170345/9

Prefix Magazine
February 2, 2012
Watch Conan Cover Buck Owens' "Act Naturally" With Ringo Starr

Conan O'Brien's main guest last night was Beatle Ringo Starr, and he totally geeked out during the interview. Watch those down below. It reminds me of when Conan was first starting and he was so awkward around his guests.But that's not all: Conan joined Ringo's band for a cover of Buck Owens' "Act Naturally" that features Conan smiling so hard his head might fall off. My favorite part? The fact that Conan is like four feet taller than Ringo. Just the best imagery here

http://www.prefixmag.com/news/watch-conan-cover-buck-owens-act-naturally-with-ri/61346/

msLinds

02-03-2012, 01:52 AM

Paul McCartney Jazz Interview with Jamie Cullum on BBC Radio 2. The interview will be aired on Jamie's show on Tuesday February 7th at 7 pm (GMT). If you miss the live show you can listen again on the BBC 's website here:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00rr86v/episodes/upcoming

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00rr86v

http://www.macca-central.com/news/3728/Rare-Paul-McCartney-Jazz-Interview-with-Jamie-Cullum-on-BBC-Radio-2/

msLinds

02-03-2012, 03:47 PM

Everyone have a safe, positive and great upcoming weekend and take care.

NPR Music
January 30, 2012
World Cafe Looks Back: The Beatles - Audio
This segment originally aired on October 7, 2011.

Throughout the month of October, we celebrated the 20th anniversary of World Cafe by revisiting some of the best and most memorable interviews of the past 20 years.This episode of World Cafe pays tribute to The Beatles, featuring past interviews with Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, original drummer Pete Best and Beatles producer George Martin (one of the Best of World Cafe). McCartney's 2007 interview explores how changes in the music industry have led him to look for new ways to release his albums. He reflects on his career and competing with his own past hits, and shares memories of writing "A Day in the Life" with John Lennon.

http://www.npr.org/2012/01/30/141125040/world-cafe-looks-back-the-beatles?ft=3&f=2,3,5,7,10,13,35,39,46

Herald Patch
February 3, 2012
Meet the Beatles You Thought You Knew

Musician, composer and producer Scott Freiman takes us inside Abbey Road's Studio Two with his "Deconstructing Sgt. Pepper" at the Raven. Everybody knows about the Beatles, right? Four guys, Liverpool, took the world by storm in the 1960s. Eight years, 13 albums, three movies, billion-dollar song earnings, countless books, documentaries as well as spin-off and tribute bands from the Plastic Ono Band to Wings to, well, Sonoma County's own Sun Kings.Even though they broke up in 1970, it's almost impossible to have missed the impact of John, Paul, George and Ringo. Still, admit it, you've been wondering what the program "Deconstructing Sgt. Pepper" is all about, the one coming to the Raven Theater next Tuesday, Feb. 7.

http://healdsburg.patch.com/articles/meet-the-beatles-you-thought-you-knew

CNN Entertainment
February 2, 2012
Former Beatle Ringo Starr on his new album

Ringo Starr walks into the hotel suite at the Beverly Hills Hotel carrying a brown paper bag.It's his sack lunch, and he's packed it himself. He's also driven himself to the hotel and arrived alone -- no entourage, no bodyguard, no assistant, no fuss.It's fitting that CNN's interview with the iconic music star is taking place at an iconic hotel, which is like a second home to the former Beatle. This is where the Fab Four stayed when they first came to Hollywood in 1964, no doubt trailed by dozens of screaming girls and photographers as they ushered in the British Invasion.

http://www.cnn.com/2012/02/02/showbiz/music/ringo-starr-2012-album/index.html

GazetteTimes
February 2, 2012
Beatles ballet: Eugene company brings to life 19 songs by the Fab Four

CORVALLIS - Over the years, choreographer Toni Pimble’s taken ballet in countless innovative and interesting directions, from jive, jazz and the blues to silk and steel, and even past our planet entirely, to the outer reaches of post-psychedelic album rock.Her most recent undertaking, however, is positively Fab, marrying interpretive dance to the equally innovative and interesting works of The Beatles.

http://www.gazettetimes.com/entertainment/beatles-ballet-eugene-company-brings-to-life-songs-by-the/article_1fb62dea-4e09-11e1-9114-0019bb2963f4.html

msLinds

02-04-2012, 09:34 PM

This Saturday February 4th 2012 was 4 years since this song was transmitted into space.

NASA
January 1, 2008
For the first time ever, NASA beamed a song -- The Beatles' "Across the Universe" -- directly into deep space at 7 p.m. EST on Feb. 4.

The transmission over NASA's Deep Space Network commemorated the 40th anniversary of the day The Beatles recorded the song, as well as the 50th anniversary of NASA's founding and the group's beginnings. Two other anniversaries also are being honored: The launch 50 years ago this week of Explorer 1, the first U.S. satellite, and the founding 45 years ago of the Deep Space Network, an international network of antennas that supports missions to explore the universe. The transmission was aimed at the North Star, Polaris, which is located 431 light years away from Earth. The song will travel across the universe at a speed of 186,000 miles per second. Former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney expressed excitement that the tune, which was principally written by fellow Beatle John Lennon, was Amazing! Well done, NASA! Send my love to the aliens."Geldzahler, the network's program executive at NASA Headquarters, Washington. "What a joy, especially considering that 'Across the Universe' is my personal favorite Beatles song."

http://www.nasa.gov/topics/universe/features/across_universe.html

Examiner
January 4, 2012
Beatle Ringo Starr to join Paul McCartney at Grammy Awards

There will not one but two Beatles at the 54th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles Feb. 12. Ringo Starr has just been announced as one of the newest presenters. Fellow Beatle Paul McCartney has already been scheduled to perform at the event. McCartney, the 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year and a 14-time Grammy winner, is nominated this year for a Grammy for Best Historical Album for "Band On The Run (Paul McCartney Archive Collection — Deluxe Edition)". Will Ringo be introducing McCartney ?

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/ringo-starr-added-to-list-of-grammy-presenters

Examiner
February 3, 2012
Hollywood Walk of Fame says fans can't camp out for McCartney ceremony

In a city that holds regular ceremonies honoring celebrities on its Hollywood Walk of Fame, the upccoming Paul McCartney ceremony Feb. 9 in Los Angeles will be a popular event as fans come to see the ceremony and the honoree.*But Ana Martinez, media representative for the Walk of Fame and also known as Star Girl, who has staffed the Walk for more than half its history and has produced the previous three solo Beatles star ceremonies, is putting out the word early that camping out at the Capitol Tower won't be allowed.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/hollywood-walk-of-fame-says-don-t-plan-on-camping-out-for-mccartney-ceremony

NJ.com
February 3, 2012
James McCartney impresses at NYC club debut

The face was awfully familiar. The main attraction at the tiny Rockwood Music Hall in New York on Wednesday night had the same small, hooked nose, slight pout and inquisitive eyes we’ve all seen on albums and magazine covers. If James McCartney sat next to you on a train, there’s a good chance you’d do a double-take, convinced you’d stepped into a time machine.

http://www.nj.com/entertainment/music/index.ssf/2012/02/james_mccartney_impresses_at_n.html

Danconia Creative
February 2, 2012
“MAGICAL MYSTERY LIFE” – JOHN LENNON Pop-Fusion ART

If being an egomaniac means I believe in what I do and in my art or music, then in that respect you can call me that… I believe in what I do, and I’ll say it.”
- John Lennon

My first Art piece of 2012 is for Blunt Graffix’s “DEAD ROCKSTARS Group Show”. I’ve contributed a John Lennon work entitled- “MAGICAL MYSTERY LIFE” -that pays homage to the man himself, and the psychedelic visual style that defined his generation.always loved John’s music, and his incredible talent was tragically cut short at the height of his creative powers. This piece re-imagines a new album, and a new John – combining his youth with his later years…examining what might have been… sometime down the (Abbey) road.

http://www.danconiacreative.com/2012/02/john-lennon-pop-art/

Examiner
Febuary 4, 2012
Yoko Ono adds song to Occupy Wall Street album, says Lennon sends movement smile

This spring, a compilation album inspired by the Occupy Wall Street movement called "Occupy This Album" that will feature music by a wide variety of artists will be released. A short list of the artists featured include Crosby and Nash, Chroma, Jackson Browne, Tao Rodriguez Seeker (Pete's grandson), Arlo Guthrie and family, Third Eye Blind, Toots and the Maytals, Lloyd Cole and Loudon Wainwright III. Also on the album will be Yoko Ono, who has expressed her support of the movement several times in her weekly Twitter posts. Though no details are available yet about Ono's song, Jason Samel, president of Music for Occupy and executive producer of "Occupy This Album," told us in a phone interview that he'd wanted to include her. She was finally brought in to the album by Richard Barone of the Bongos, who's also on the album and knows her.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/yoko-ono-adds-song-to-occupy-wall-street-album-says-lennon-sends-movement-smile

Flock and Kohl
February 4, 2012
The Goastt - nothing dead about these two

Ok, so its a little clichéd - son of a rock star and his undeniably gorgeous girlfriend hook up to create beautiful, folky rock music and spend their time gigging and posing for fashion magazines together in a variety of OTT clinches.The Goastt, (The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger) was formed in 2008 by John Lennon's son, Sean and his model girlfriend, Charlotte Kemp Muhl, and they are apparently living the rock and roll dream. But look a little deeper and their music is actually very good, so expect to hear more from The Goastt in time and for all the right reasons too.

http://frockandkohl.blogspot.com/2012/02/goastt-nothing-dead-about-these-two.html

msLinds

02-05-2012, 05:01 PM

Everyone have a safe,positive and great upcoming week and take care. :wavey:

Kentnews.co.uk
February 4, 2012
Previously unseen photos of The Beatles go on display

One of Britain’s best known photographers has rediscovered some historic shots of The Beatles in action – and after an exhibition in Kent, they will be on sale for around £2,000 each.The series of five newly discovered photographs of John Lennon, Paul McCartney and George Harrison were taken a staggering 48 years ago by Faversham’s John Farrier, who is due to photograph US president Barack Obama soon.He was raking through old negatives of AGFA film and was stunned at what he’d found.The pictures were taken at the Odeon Cinema in Lewisham during a live concert in December, 1963. They were developed with the help of some modern day imaging technology and readied for display.All five 20ins x 16ins Gelatin Silver black and white photographs will be on show for three weeks only at the Lilford Gallery, Palace Street, Canterbury, from February 11-March 3.

http://www.kentnews.co.uk/news/previously_unseen_photos_of_the_beatles_go_on_display_1_1194724

Delaware County News Network
February 4, 2012
The Beatles experience at the Academy of Music delights all generations

The latest fare at the Academy of Music is the return of Rain: The Beatles Experience, now in a touring version though it’s been running on Broadway since 2010.It’s a night filed with Beatle-mania. On side screen, early arrivals were treated to numerous trivia facts about the famed British group. It’s a show minus any lip-singing as all four of the performers vocalize.There are also videos on the side screen of trivia of the Beatles, and the quartet on stage in different types of clothing as the show develops. They go from matching Edwardian suits to those candy colored Sgt. Pepper jackets.

http://www.delconewsnetwork.com/articles/2012/02/04/entertainment/doc4f2c4584c893a179526508.txt

Performing ' Beatles for Sale' + Hits in NYC and Wilmington
February 4, 2012

It’s been over a year since Bubble have performed any indoor Beatle shows, and we return this February with two back to back performances of “Beatles For Sale” (plus hits from A Hard Day’s Night, Help, Rubber Soul and Revolver) in Wilmington, DE and New York, NY! On Saturday, February 18th, it will be our first time ever at the World Cafe Live @ The Queen…anyone in the vicinity, please help spread the word! And we will return to NYC’s 92YTribeca and the Bring Your Own Kid series. Hometown fans, please come out and show your support…we’ve missed you! “Beatles For Sale” is one of our favorite Fab albums and contains acoustic gems and raw rock n’ roll. We’ll capping that off with some of our favorites from the albums that came before and after. Bring the whole family!

http://www.bubbleland.com/beatles/

http://www.bubbleland.com/beatles/about/

http://queentickets.worldcafelive.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=291

Jamaica Observer
February 3, 2012
D Major covers John Lennon's Woman

Reggae singer D Major has a potential hit in his latest single, a cover of John Lennon's Woman."I always liked this song and how emotional Lennon sounded when he sang it. I am a big fan of John Lennon and the Beatles so covering the song was truly an honour," D Major explained.

http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/D-Major-covers-John-Lennon-s-Woman_10685768

Geekadedelphia
Janaury 31, 2012
Interview with Steve Landes, John Lennon in the Musical Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles

The music of the Beatles is something that, no matter whom you are or what you are into, everyone knows and can appreciate. They are one of the few things on this planet that is truly universal.So imagine stepping into the shoes of one of these icons to play their music and pay tribute to what they accomplished. This is the situation Steve Landes finds himself in every night as he portrays John Lennon in the Broadway smash Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles. The show returns to Philadelphia from Jan. 31st to Feb. 5th at the Academy of Music and, since Steve is a local guy (from Lansdale) he agreed to answer a few questions about being John Lennon, his own music and returning to Philly.

http://geekadelphia.com/2012/01/31/interview-with-steve-landes-john-lennon-in-the-musical-rain-a-tribute-to-the-beatles/

Examiner
February 4, 2012
McCartney's Walk of Fame ceremony is one step of many for star maven Martinez

Paul McCartney's upcoming Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony will make a lot of people happy. That especially includes*Ana Martinez, who for 25 years this June has been vice president of media relations and in charge of all the Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremonies. She had been trying to get McCartney's ceremony scheduled for several years. But it's something she does for celebrities every week.She gets to brush with the most famous celebrities in the world on a daily basis and get paid for it in setting up the Walk of Fame star ceremonies. And she'll be in charge of things at 2 p.m. Feb. 9 when Paul McCartney comes to collect his award, the 2,460th star, at the Capitol Records tower on Vine Street. Hollywood Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Leron Gubler will emcee the event.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/mccartney-hollywood-ceremony-is-one-step-of-many-for-walk-of-fame-s-martinez

msLinds

02-06-2012, 08:06 PM

Examiner
February 6, 2012
Unreleased Sean Lennon track included in new David Lynch vinyl set

A four-volume 34-track limited edition vinyl collection, "Music That Changes the World," to be released to benefit Record Store Day by the David Lynch Foundation on April 21, will include an unreleased track from Sean Lennon and contributions from a few friends and associates of the Beatles. The set, to be limited to 2,500 copies worldwide, will feature songs from Beatles friend (and fellow Maharishi Mahesh Yogi meditator) Donovan, former Apple Records artist Mary Hopkin, Peter & Gordon, who had top 10 hits with several Lennon & McCartney songs. Others to be in the set are Iggy Pop, Peter Gabriel, Moby, Maroon 5, Tom Waits and Nancy Sinatra. Also included will be a previously unreleased bonus track, "Formica," from Sean Lennon’s The Ghost Of A Saber Tooth Tiger.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/unreleased-sean-lennon-track-included-new-david-lynch-vinyl-set

http://consequenceofsound.net/2012/02/david-lynch-foundation-to-release-record-store-day-limited-edition-boxset/

http://flavorwire.com/257053/david-lynch-to-release-charity-box-set-for-record-store-day

Liverpool loses another Beatles landmark
February 6, 2012

The building located on Whitechapel that housed Brian Epstein's NEMS (North East Music Stores), and also the law offices of Rex Makin who was Brian's neighbor on Queen's Drive and had gave Brian legal advice on the Beatles, is being torn down and will be demolished in phases over the next few weeks.According to a local source familiar with the demolition project, the building was in need of major repairs, and the building office/store layout was poorly designed and unrentable for commercial tenants.NEMS was one of the top grossing record stores in the NorthWest and Epstein utilized his London based record company contacts established thru NEMS to setup auditions for the Beatles in early 1961 with Decca and later with EMI.The Epstein family's NEMS store was located less than a block away from the landmark Mathew Street Cavern Club where Brian Epstein heard the Beatles play for the very first time on November 9, 1961.NEMS played a critical role for Brian who used the upstairs offices to meet privately with the Beatles to discuss managing them and later formed NEMS Management.

Huffington
February 6, 2012
Meet The Beatles Again: A Conversation With Roberta Flack

A Conversation with Roberta Flack
Mike Ragogna: Roberta, how are you ?
Roberta Flack: Doing well, Mike. How are you?
MR: Very well, thanks. Your new album is Let It Be: Roberta Flack Sings The Beatles, so maybe we should start by talking about your early memories of The Beatles?
RF: Well, you know, we sort of popped out of the oven at the same time musically. I mean, they'd been around for a while by the time I came out, but around the time that I came onto the scene, my name may have been listed with the likes of them. I think it was probably because of the type of music that people associated with me. I mean, "The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face" was one of the all-time great lyrical ballads. Then you had songs in a similar vein coming from The Beatles like "Hey Jude" and "Let It Be." All of those songs were flowing so easily off of everyone's tongues at the time.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-ragogna/meet-the-beatles-again-a_b_1256439.html

Daily Record
February 6, 2012
Harry Benson talks about iconic Beatles Pillow Fight snap as he appears in a new book about greatest photographers of our time

FOUR deliriously happy young men larking about in a hotel room to celebrate the best news they have ever heard.It was the picture that captured the mood of a generation and launched the career of one of Scotland’s greatest photographers.When Harry Benson captured the image of The Beatles’ pillow fight in a Paris hotel 48 years ago, the Glasgow-born snapper was on his*way to becoming the hottest*photographic talent in the*world, while the likeable Scousers were set to become the biggest pop band in history.

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/editors-choice/2012/02/06/harry-benson-talks-about-his-iconic-beatles-pillow-fight-snap-as-he-appears-in-a-new-book-about-the-greatest-photographers-of-our-time-86908-23737626/

Paul McCartney.com
February 6, 2012
iTunes Live from Capitol Studios: Paul McCartney
Free Worldwide Live Streaming Performance From Famed Capitol Studios February 9 at 7 p.m. PST Exclusively On iTunes

Paul will commemorate the release of his forthcoming Kisses On The Bottom (out February 7 on Hear Music/Concord) with a once in a lifetime free streaming performance taking place live at 7:00 p.m. PST Thursday 9th February, from the famed Capitol Studios where much of the new album was created. Fans can watch the intimate concert through iTunes on their Mac or PC.

http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/blogs-home

News Blaze
February 6, 2012
Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney Issue Complimentary Singles Simultaneously !

Recently, Ringo dispelled rumors of a Beatles reunion; after all, John and George left us many years ago. Yet, it's still possible that Ringo and Paul can reunite in some kinetic interactive symbiosis of popish tune-smithing in very short order. (Well, you know what me means by Beatling!) With the free and easy access of song digital downloading on itunes, being what it is nowadays, I mustered up my own creation of a new Beatles' single (both A sides, of course), with Ringo's Wings (from Ringo 2012) on one side and Paul's My Valentine (from Kisses On The Bottom) on the other side.

http://newsblaze.com/story/20120206100904kays.nb/topstory.html

msLinds

02-07-2012, 03:58 AM

I just got this off of David Lynchs official Facebook page about pre ordering the box set for those interested.

Unreleased Sean Lennon track included in new David Lynch vinyl set

Music That Changes The World out on Record Store Day 2012
February 6, 2012

The David Lynch Foundation announced plans today to release the physical version of DOWNLOAD FOR GOOD: MUSIC THAT CHANGES THE WORLD as a SPECIAL LIMITED EDITION BOX SET to celebrate Record Store Day, Saturday April 21, 2012.MUSIC THAT CHANGES THE WORLD is a deluxe, four-volume vinyl collection featuring 34 exclusive tracks by world-renowned artists such as Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Donovan, Iggy Pop, Peter Gabriel, Moby, Maroon 5, Ozomatli and others.

Originally released in mid-July 2011 via iTunes as DOWNLOAD FOR GOOD, the MUSIC THAT CHANGES THE WORLD, SPECIAL LIMITED EDITION BOX SET is a wonderfully eclectic, star-studded vinyl music compilation benefitting the David Lynch Foundation—a non-profit educational organization founded by iconic filmmaker David Lynch. The compilation has been re-mastered for vinyl, and includes a previously unreleased bonus track from Sean Lennon’s “Ghost of the Saber Tooth Tiger,” as well as an exclusive new release from Julio Iglesias Jr. via digital download.

Pre-sale orders for the MUSIC THAT CHANGES THE WORLD, SPECIAL LIMITED EDITION BOX SET can be made here beginning February 14th through Altavoz Distribution (www.altavoz.com). Only 2,500 units will be released worldwide, making MUSIC THAT CHANGES THE WORLD*an instant collector’s item. The pre-sale effort will be directed to Record Store Day participating stores and will close on March 5, at which time remaining units will be made available to all retailers via the NARM EDI.

http://altavozdistroco.com/2012/02/06/music-that-changes-the-world-out-on-record-store-day-2012/

msLinds

02-07-2012, 05:42 PM

The Odds
February 7, 2012
Sean Lennon to Serve as Artistic Director of L.A. Animation Fest

New screenings of "Team America: World Police" and "Shrek," a tribute to Bill Plympton and programs curated by musician Sean Lennon will highlight the third annual Los Angeles Animation Festival, which announced the lineup for its March festival on Tuesday. Lennon will serve as artistic director of LAFF, introducing screenings of "Akira, "Fantastic Planet" and other films. "Fantastic Planet" will feature a live score performed by onstage musicians and actors.Veteran animator Plympton will be the subject of a world-premiere documentary, "Adventures in Plymptoons," as well as a 20th anniversary screening of his first animated feature, "The Tune."Lennon will serve as artistic director of LAFF, introducing screenings of "Akira, "Fantastic Planet" and other films. "Fantastic Planet" will feature a live score performed by onstage musicians and actors.

http://www.thewrap.com/awards/column-post/sean-lennon-serve-artistic-director-la-animation-fest-35151

Variety
February 7, 2012
Sean Lennon named animation fest a.d.

March L.A. toon showcase to honor Plympton.West Coast premiere of "A Monster in Paris" and docu "Adventures in Plymptoons" are among the highlights of the third annual Los Angeles Animation Film Festival next month.Sean Lennon has been tapped artistic director of the fest and will host screenings of films he has chosen, including "Akira" and "Fantastic Planet," which will feature a live score. Fest runs from March 7-11 at the Regent Showcase in Hollywood.

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118049809

www.laafest.com

Guitar World
February 6, 2012
Paul McCartney Still Finds It Hard to Believe He Was in The Beatles

In an interview with the Metro, Paul McCartney said he sometimes finds it hard to believe he was actually in The Beatles.McCartney added that he's happy the novelty of being in the Fab Four still hadn't faded for him."I'm lucky I've always retained a sense of wonder," he said. "I was looking at the George Harrison book accompanying Martin Scorsese's Living In The Material World recently and opened it at a picture George had taken of me and the other guys on an airplane. I took me right back; I was like, 'Was I really there, in The Beatles? Bloody hell!'

http://www.guitarworld.com/paul-mccartney-still-finds-it-hard-believe-he-was-beatles

msLinds

02-07-2012, 07:04 PM

ShowBiz
February 8, 2012
Stella McCartney wants Delhi fashion week to be leather free

New Delhi: Fashion designer Stella McCartney wants fashionistas to shed fur and leather this fashion week at New York, London, Paris, Milan, Delhi and Mumbai.
Daughter of Beatles legend Paul McCartney, Stella, along with PETA is passing on her message to shun leather in a video."As a designer, I like to work with fabrics that don`t bleed; that`s why I avoid all animal skins. Please join me in exploring the huge variety of fashionable shoes, belts, purses and wallets that aren`t the product of a cow`s violent death," Stella says in the video.

http://zeenews.india.com/entertainment/glamtalk/stella-mccartney-wants-delhi-fashion-week-to-be-leather-free_105440.htm

PaulMcCartney.com
February 7, 2012

Paul To Rock The Palace For The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert!

http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/blogs-home;jsessionid=7C399D66832043BB7908AA5DE9235254.lr2PR

My Wallingford
February 7, 2012
Beatles ‘come together’ in Wallingford mural

For three years, the exterior wall of Golden Oldies in Wallingford was home to five musical icons spanning just as many generations.Elvis, Chuck Berry, Jimi Hendrix, Debbie Harry and Kurt Cobain were immortalized in a graffiti-style mural until 2010. Early one morning in August, the driver of an SUV, presumed by police to be texting behind the wheel, plowed through the record store. Casualties included 3,000 records, 2,000 CDs and hundreds of 8-track tapes.Store-owner Dean Silverstone was heartbroken, he told Seattle P-I reporter Casey McNerthney. Since then, time, good music and an outpouring of community support have helped to mend his distress.*Soon, the store’s west wall will be graced with musical greatness once again: The Beatles are slated to take to the figurative stage next, thanks to mural artist David Heck.

http://www.mywallingford.com/2012/02/07/beatles-%E2%80%98come-together%E2%80%99-in-wallingford-mural/

msLinds

02-08-2012, 03:23 PM

Examiner
February 8, 2012
Ringo Starr announces 13th All-Starr Band and summer tour dates

February 8, 2012 – Ringo Starr has today announced his 13th All Starr Band and tour dates for this summer. The former Beatle will launch the tour on June 14, 2012 from Niagara Falls, Ontario at Fallsview Casino, ending at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, California on July 21. More dates are in the works.This year’s All Starrs include newcomers Steve Lukather (Toto) and Gregg Rolie (Santana & Journey), and veterans Richard Page, Todd Rundgren, Mark Rivera, and Gregg Bissonette.Promising to deliver a “Jukebox full of hits,” expect to hear Ringo classics such as “It Don’t Come Easy”, “Photograph”, “Little Help From My Friends”, “Yellow Submarine” as well as new song“Wings", from Starr’s new solo album, Ringo 2012. Hits from the All Starrs will include “Rosanna,” “Broken Wings,” “Hello It’s Me,” and “Black Magic Woman.”

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/ringo-starr-announces-13th-all-starr-band-and-summer-tour-dates?CID=examiner_alerts_article

Something Else
February 7, 2012
Ringo Starr won’t be part of a Beatles reunion involving children of George Harrison and John Lennon

For some time, there’s been a rumor floating around of a possible reformulation of the Beatles, with surviving members Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr being joined by Dhani Harrison and Julian Lennon — sons of the late George Harrison and John Lennon. Starr has nixed his own involvement in any such reunion under his old band’s name, though he says he’d happily work with McCartney again.“The door is open that Paul and I might play together, but it is not like a reunion,” Starr says, as he continues to meet with the media to talk about his new release, Ringo 2012. “It is not going to be the Beatles, you know? They have those crazy ideas that maybe we could use their children. It is never going to happen.”Last summer, Julian Lennon expressed a similar reluctance to performing together as “the Beatles”: “There will NEVER be a Beatles reunion, because two of the members of the band have since passed … and NO ONE could, or should try to replace them,” Lennon wrote on his Facebook page in July.

http://somethingelsereviews.com/2012/02/07/ringo-starr-wont-be-part-of-a-beatles-reunion-involving-children-of-george-harrison-and-john-lennon/

Liverpool Echo
February 7, 2012
Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney to play concert to mark Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

SIR Paul McCartney is set to play at the official concert to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.According to reports the former Beatle is being lined up to open and close the show planned to celebrate the Queen’s 60 years on the mthrone.Other names mentioned as possible performers include Sir Tom Jones, Dame Shirley Bassey and boyband JLS.Macca raised the possibility of getting involved in the Jubilee during an interview last month when he said he “could easily” make an appearance.  The rock legend, who performed at the party in Buckingham Palace for the Golden Jubilee in 2002, said he was a “big fan of the Queen”.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-entertainment/beatles/2012/02/07/beatles-legend-sir-paul-mccartney-to-play-concert-to-mark-queen-s-diamond-jubilee-100252-30282226/

Examiner
February 8, 2012
Paul McCartney news: Kisses on the Bottom released--and his date with the Queen

February 7, 2012 – 48 years ago today, the Beatles landed in America for the first time to thousands of fans. Today, Paul’s 15th solo album, Kisses on the Bottom,is released. The album contains fourteen songs, comprised of twelve "standards" and two original compositions. Last week, prior to release, the album could be heard for free on-line.

http://www.examiner.com/john-lennon-in-national/paul-mccartney-news-kisses-on-the-bottom-released-and-his-date-with-the-queen

RTE
February 7, 2012
S.W.A.L.K. This Way

Paul McCartney is in love again and he's also released a new album that's a love letter to the golden era of songs he grew up listening to in Liverpool. Alan Corr meets the once and forever Beatle in London and talks about his old band (not Wings), growing up in Liverpool, and the future."I took piano lessons when I was 21 and they wanted to take me back to the basics but by then I'd written Eleanor Rigby and I did not want to go back", says Paul McCartney. He raises his eyebrows in mock surprise and an impish smile plays across his curiously youthful face. This is classic Macca - an acknowledgment that hey, he's just a normal lad from Liverpool but hey, let's face it, he's also a Beatle.

http://www.rte.ie/ten/2012/0207/mccartney.html

Uncut
It All Began in Hamburg
Marxh 2012

I went to the Star-Club once, but I didn’t see The Beatles. They'd long since left the building, playing their last residency there 50 years ago, in 1962.By the time I fetched up on Hamburg's Reeperbahn, that legendary strip where The Beatles and many more like them served their rock'n'roll apprenticeships, the Star-Club itself was also a place of fond memory. It was by then a sex club, called The Salambo. This was May 1978. I was in Germany on assignment for what used to be Melody Maker. My mission, as it was explained to me, was to "take the temperature of the German rock scene". To this end, I get in touch with a jovial soul named Teddy Meier, European Artist Development Manager for Chrysalis Records. Teddy has an office on Feldbrunnenstrasse. I tell him I can be there in half an hour, but Teddy's having none of it. He’ll come to me. "At once!" he adds with high-pitched urgency. Not long after this, Teddy’s on his third or fourth huge stein of a powerful local brew, quaffing for the fatherland from a glass so heavy he has to hoist it from the table in a double-handed grip, like a Viking.

http://www.uncut.co.uk/magazine/march-2012

msLinds

02-08-2012, 06:58 PM

GeekWire
February 8, 2012
Paul McCartney jets from streaming music services; Rhapsody calls it a ‘shock’

Paul McCartney appears to be a “Band on the Run” … at least when it comes to popular music streaming services. The former Beatle has pulled his tracks from the likes of Spotify, Rdio and Rhapsody just a few days after releasing a new album,*Kisses on the Bottom.Rhapsody, the Seattle-based music streaming service, said that it received a take-down notice from Universal Music Group/Concord last night and is complying with the request to remove works by McCartney.

http://www.geekwire.com/2012/paul-mccartney-jets-streaming-music-services-rhapsody-calls-shock

CMD Media
February 8, 2012
NJ Devils To Hold “Beatles Night” Feb. 9

NEWARK—Get a “Ticket to Ride” with the New Jersey Devils for their evening tribute to the Beatles at Prudential Center on Feb. 9 when the team faces off against the St. Louis Blues at 7 p.m.Throughout the evening, fans will be treated to live performances by The Return: A Beatles Tribute Band. The band will perform the National Anthem, as well as sets during both intermissions. The Return perform a song list packed with all the Beatles classics people love. From their Cavern Club days in their hometown of Liverpool to their last concert together at Candlestick Park in 1966, the Return is the closest you can get to a real Beatles show.

http://njtoday.net/2012/02/08/nj-devils-to-hold-beatles-night-feb-9/

ABC 7 Sarasota
February 7, 2012
George Harrison's sister heads to the Grammys

SARASOTA, Fla. - How does a trip to California sound ? One that includes attending the Grammys, where a CD you've worked on is nominated ? It may sound like a dream, but it's a reality for one Suncoast woman.When Louise Harrison was eleven years old, her younger brother George was born. She didn't know it then, but George of course became part of one of the most famous bands in history. " There's probably not much I can tell you that people think they do not know about George Harrison of the Beatles," says Harrison.

http://www.mysuncoast.com/news/local/story/George-Harrisons-sister-heads-to-the-Grammys/vjhHgVu4fUOyBqEfw8qHRQ.cspx

Dinosaur Album Guides
February 8, 2012
Please Please Me: The Beatles Debut Album At 49

What did you do today? If you spent 12 hours creating a body of work in your name which would launch your artistic career and, almost half a century later was still the discussion of critics and fans, then you are either a genius, extremely hardworking, fortunate, or a little of all three.Yet, when they recorded the bulk of their debut album on Monday February 11th 1963, that is exactly what a hopeful, young band of rock 'n' roll musicians with rough edges and a head full of ambition did, at EMI's recording studios in London's St John's Wood.With its lyrical themes of teen angst, insecurity, euphoric joy, love and depression, combined with the high octane rock ‘n’ roll of its loud guitars and trashy open high-hats, the release of Please Please Me in March 1963 was a seminal moment in the history of British rock music.

http://onlynorthernsongs.blogspot.com/2012/02/please-please-me-beatles-debut-album-at.html

Collider
February 7, 2012
2012 Los Angeles Animation Festival to Feature TEAM AMERICA: WORLD POLICE, THE IRON GIANT, AKIRA, and More
Check out the teaser video below and read up on the full schedule of events for 2012 LAAF:

http://collider.com/2012-los-angeles-animation-festival/143724/

msLinds

02-09-2012, 02:45 AM

PR Web
February 8, 2012
Lennon and Other World Class Artists Spread Joy to Children in Japan

World renown musicians produce charitable album that aims to bring hope to children with cancer in Japan and their families.A group of internationally established musicians and producers joined forces to kick off the season of giving early last year by producing an album that aims to bring hope to children with cancer in Japan and their families. The CD is called 'Shine On! Songs Volume One' and has uplifting songs from a variety of genres.They were brought together by the Tyler Foundation, a Japan based NPO that has established a number of innovative psycho-social support programs since 2006 throughout the country for children with cancer and their families. After a devastating earthquake and tsunami rocked north-eastern Japan in March 2011, the Foundation sought to use its experience in treating stress in children with cancer, to help children in these areas recover psychologically. All proceeds from the album's sales will go to fund the organization's programs.One of the album artists is the Grammy nominated Julian Lennon, son of famed Beatles member John Lennon. Lennon is known for his charitable works, so when the Tyler Foundation approached him with the idea of donating a song for their album, he was all too willing to help. Lennon re-recorded his 1993 song 'Children of the World' which was also featured on the Japanese anime movie 'Coo' and can be heard
here:  http://youtu.be/IqXiimwFHf0

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/2/prweb9170575.htm

msLinds

02-09-2012, 09:30 PM

Broadway World.com
February 9, 2012
Paolo Nutini Tapped to Write Score for John Lennon-Inspired NOWHERE BOY Adaptation

The UK Daily Mail is reporting that Scottish rocker Paolo Nutini is being courted to write the score and possibly the lyrics to a musical adaptation of the film Nowhere Boy, based on John Lennon. Nowhere Boy (2009) is a British biopic about John Lennon's adolescence, his relationships with his guardian aunt and his birth mother, the creation of his first band, the Quarrymen, and its evolution into the Beatles. The film is based on a biography written by Lennon's half-sister Julia Baird. The film was released in the US on October 8, 2010.According to the report, Rupert Goold is attached to direct the project. It is being produced by Sally Greene, who is also attached to Billy Elliot and is an executive at The Old Vic Theatre, and Ecosse Films, who produced the film.

http://broadwayworld.com/article/Paolo-Nutini-Tapped-to-Write-Score-for-John-Lennon-Inspired-NOWHERE-BOY-Adaptation-20120209

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2099029/Chart-topping-singer-Paolo-Nutinis-road-Nowhere.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

AZCentral.com
February 9, 2012
Roberta Flack's glad, sad ties to Beatles

On "Let It Be: Roberta Flack Sings the Beatles," the mellow-voiced songstress works her way through the Fab Four songbook, including such tunes as "The Long and Winding Road" and "We Can Work It Out."The album, out this week, features liner notes from Yoko Ono, John Lennon's widow. It seems that Flack lives in the Dakota, the New York co-op perhaps best known as the location where Lennon was killed."Yoko lives right across the hall from me," Flack tells the Huffington Post. "I had the privilege of knowing both her and John because we all moved in the same year. We've been neighbors all these years and had some wonderful, beautiful and interesting moments together. Also some very sad moments, of course."

http://www.azcentral.com/thingstodo/music/articles/2012/02/09/20120209roberta-flack-beatles.html

Ultimate Rock
February 9, 2012
Ringo Starr Launches ‘Wonderful’ Valentine’s Day Contest

Want to impress your beloved or your Valentine this Feb. 14 with a personalized message from Ringo Starr? Well, you have the chance. The former Beatle has kicked off his ‘Wonderful Valentine’ campaign on Facebook. We love it when a classic rock legend embraces technology and the digital space.Fans can visit the contest tab on Facebook and tell friends they think they are ‘Wonderful.’ Aw, how sweet, right? The contest obviously ties in with Starr’s new song ‘Wonderful.’ Fans are encouraged to enter to win a personalized message the former Beatles drummer and share it with that special someone on Valentine’s Day!Starr wants ‘Wonderful’ from his new album ‘Ringo 2012′ to be a Valentine’s Day anthem, having said, “I hope this will be my big Valentine’s Day song. I see a whole ad campaign – ‘Roses and Ringo’ – because women love both and don’t forget it.”

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/ringo-starr-launches-wonderful-valentines-day-contest/

Fox News
February 9, 2012
Heather Mills says McCartney calls were hacked

LONDON – She squared off against former Beatle Paul McCartney in divorce court; on Thursday, Heather Mills took on Piers Morgan at Britain's media ethics inquiry.The ex-model trashed Morgan's earlier testimony, saying that one of her private voicemails, which was played to the CNN interviewer and former tabloid editor, could have been obtained only through phone hacking.

http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/2012/02/09/heather-mills-says-mccartney-calls-were-hacked/

msLinds

02-10-2012, 05:40 PM

Everyone have a safe,positive and great weekend and take care. :wavey:

Los Angeles Times
February 9, 2012
Paul McCartney gets his star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

There's no shortage of stars, real and imagined, visible along Hollywood's Walk of Fame, but even by Tinseltown standards, Paul McCartney ramped up the quotient Thursday in getting his own belated star.The former Beatle drew several hundred fans who packed a cordoned-off section of Vine Street outside Capitol Records for the ceremony.He brought several Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member pals along for the ride, including Neil Young, who gave McCartney a cheery introduction, Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh and pop music power couple Elvis Costello and Diana Krall. Jazz great Herbie Hancock was there as well as musician-producer Don Was and former Electric Light Orchestra leader/Traveling Wilburys member*Jeff Lynne. McCartney's wife, Nancy, and son, James, also attended the ceremony.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2012/02/paul-mccartney-star-hollywood-walk-of-fame.html

NME
February 10. 2012
Paul McCartney: 'Criticism for 'Kisses On The Bottom' title reminds me of The Beatles'
Singer says he isn't worried because people mocked the Fab Fours' name, too

Paul McCartney says he's ignoring criticism of the title of his new album 'Kisses On The Bottom' because it's no different to how people used to mock the name of his old band, The Beatles.  McCartney, who released the LP earlier this week (February 6), told BBC Radio 2 that he stood by the LP's cheeky name even though it had proved unpopular with some fans.  "I remembered people really sort of cringing when we told them we were called The Beatles. Everyone went 'Ughh, creepy-crawly insects," he said, before adding:

http://www.nme.com/news/nme/61955

BookTrade.info
February 7, 2012
Polygon Signs Sir Paul McCartney Biog

Polygon is delighted to announce the signing of Man on the Run by Tom Doyle from Kevin Pocklington at Jenny Brown Associates. The book covers McCartney's life after the Beatles during the 1970s, a period often thought of as McCartney 'in the wilderness' and which featured his time with Wings, his retreat to the Mull of Kintyre and his post-Beatles-split nervous breakdown and multiple drug busts.Polygon Publishing Director, Neville Moir said, " Tom's new book on Paul McCartney in the 70s, Man on the Run, will be the highlight of our autumn 2013 programme".

http://www.booktrade.info/index.php/showarticle/38738

Paul McCartney launches Valentines Day Facebook app
February 10, 2012

PaulMcCartney.com today announced the launch of a brand new Facebook app called "Share The Love." With the app, Paul invites you to create your own themed greeting for friends and family. Fans can choose from a special selection of photographs, personalize the message and add a clip from Paul's new album, Kisses on the Bottom.

http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/blogs-home

Paul McCartney has officially announced his first live show dates for 2012
February 10, 2012
They are March 24 in Rotterdam, Holland, March 26 in Zurich, Switzerland and March 28 in Antwerp, Belgium. Paul first played in Holland, Switzerland and Belgium. First Live Shows of 2012 Announced:

March 24th Ahoy, Rotterdam, Holland
March 26th Hallenstadion, Zurich, Switzerland
March 28th Sports Paleis, Antwerp, Belgium

http://www.paulmccartney.com/web/guest/news/-/blogs/paul-gets-back-out-on-the-run?_33_redirect=http%3a%2f%2fwww.paulmccartney.com%2fweb%2fguest%2fblogs-home%3fp_p_id%3d115_INSTANCE_cA00%26p_p_lifecycle%3d0%26p_p_state%3dnormal%26p_p_mode%3dview%26p_p_c ol_id%3dcolumn-2%26p_p_col_count%3d1%26%23p_115_INSTANCE_cA00&#p_33#top

Nashville Public Radio
February 10, 2012
For Beatles Tribute Band, Belief in Yesterday Leads to Grammy Nomination

Among the Nashville musicians in this year’s Grammy nominations is a Beatles tribute band. The Wannabeatles’ nomination isn’t for music, it’s for a collection of memories from Beatles fans.This year marks the 50th anniversary of The Beatles first getting together. By that standard, The Wannabeatles are relative newcomers; they’ve only been around for about two decades. Instead of John, Paul, George and Ringo, there’s Dennis, Bryan, David, and Nathan. Their first gig was playing at a Mexican restaurant, but nowadays you’re more likely to find them playing at venues like Puckett’s in Franklin.

http://wpln.org/?p=33900

This is Staffordshire
February 10, 2012
New Lennon steps into amazing shoes

For Adam Hastings it was either going to be a career in football or music.Thankfully the 24-year-old from Newcastle upon Tyne plumped for the latter and now belongs to one of the best-known tribute acts in the world.The Bootleg Beatles formed more than three decades ago and have since performed around the globe.The group has taken to the stage at Wembley Stadium, Glastonbury and were booked as the warm-up for Oasis at their 1996 Knebworth concert.Last year long-serving band member Neil Harrison stepped down from the role of John Lennon.And after several nerve-wracking auditions, Adam was eventually chosen to take his place.

http://www.thisisstaffordshire.co.uk/New-Lennon-steps-amazing-shoes/story-15189804-detail/story.html

msLinds

02-12-2012, 02:24 AM

International Business Times - Entertainment & Stars
February 9, 2012
The Beatles on Ed Sullivan: It Was 48 Years Ago Today

Forty-eight years ago, an event occurred that shattered the American psyche and permanently altered society as we know it.The Beatles, a long-haired quartet from Liverpool, England, appeared on the Ed Sullivan show in New York and introduced a huge audience of some 73-million people (more than one-third of the entire U.S. population) to the joyous melodies and excitement of the Fab Four.

http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/295802/20120209/beatles-ed-sullivan-1964-new-york-john.htm

http://theprodigalscribe.com/rr-saturday-the-beatles-take-manhattan-feb-9-1964/

The independent
February 12, 2012
The man who rejected the Beatles

Exactly 50 years ago, Decca's Dick Rowe turned down the Fab Four, so heading an unenviable club of talent-spotters who passed up their biggest chance. But is it all an urban myth? A new book suggests so"Guitar groups are on their way out, Mr Epstein." With that airy dismissal of the Beatles, supposedly directed 50 years ago this month at the group's manager Brian Epstein, Dick Rowe of Decca made himself unwittingly but enduringly synonymous with catastrophic commercial misjudgements.He might be honorary president of an unenviable club that includes all the publishers who turned down a book about a boy wizard by a hopeful young writer called Joanne Rowling, and indeed William Orton, the president of the Western Union, who in 1876 decided not to pay $100,000 for Alexander Graham Bell's patent for the telephone, declaring the apparatus little more than a toy. Two years later an anguished Orton admitted that he would consider the patent a bargain at $25m.

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/the-man-who-rejected-the-beatles-6782008.html

Mail Online.uk
February 11, 2012
I Feel Fine! Paul McCartney beams as a host of stars come together to honour him (including Yoko Ono)

The stars aligned so Sir Paul McCartney could enjoy a Hard Day's Night tonight.For a host of famous faces turned out for a special tribute event honouring the Beatles legend.But front and centre was the 69-year-old Kisses on the Bottom favourite himself, who was accompanied by his wife Nancy.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2099692/Paul-McCartney-smiles-stars-come-honour-including-Yoko-Ono.html

‪GRAMMY Live - Yoko Ono‬
Catching up with Yoko Ono at the MusiCares Person of The Year Event, honoring Paul McCartney.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFAOofhxQls

Rollingstone Music
February 11, 2012
Paul McCartney Rocks His Own Tribute

How can anyone not be a Paul McCartney fan? Rolling Stone put the question to Bonnie Raitt last night on the red carpet of the MusiCares Person Of The Year gala honoring McCartney. "Are you kidding? This is the time I make no bones about it, I get completely gobsmacked," Raitt said. "I watch the show, I go like this, I do the Scream face by Edvard Munch." The red carpet for this benefit raising funds to help musicians in need inspired many surreal moments. There was Elvis Costello greeting Smokey Robinson with a hug, Neil Young chatting with Yoko Ono, James Taylor dropping by our interview with Raitt to say hello, and on and on. Even Dave Grohl lost it.

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/paul-mccartney-rocks-his-own-tribute-20120211

msLinds

02-13-2012, 03:54 PM

Ice News
February 12, 2012
Lennon drawings coming to Denmark

A collection of drawings by John Lennon are to be exhibited for the first time in Denmark. Yoko Ono has announced that some 100 pieces, depicting the Beatle’s life with his friends and family, will be on display at the Hotel Crowne Plaza, Copenhagen Towers.Before The Beatles became a worldwide pop sensation, Lennon went to art school in Liverpool, and apparently harboured dreams of being recognised as an artist until his death in 1980.Some of the drawings are from Ono’s private collection, and several have been coloured by her.“They give pleasure and show people what a great artist he was. All artists want recognition, and we didn’t draw anything specifically to put it away and forget it,” Ono told Kulturen on News.“Artists want to communicate and John can communicate even now, so I am doing what he wanted to do,” she added.

http://www.icenews.is/index.php/2012/02/12/lennon-drawings-coming-to-denmark/

The Beatles Bournemouth
February 13, 2012
Rare Beatles photos on display in Poole

Poole, England -- An exhibition of rare previously unpublished photographs of The Beatles in Bournemouth and Poole are on display on the top floor foyer at Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts, now through March 10th.The exhibition features photographs, posters and stories from author Nick Churchill's recent publication Yeah Yeah Yeah: The Beatles & Bournemouth, the definitive account of the connections between the greatest rock 'n' roll group that ever was and a small town on the south coast of England. Did you know that the band played more shows at Bournemouth Gaumont than any other UK theatre outside London ? With stunning images of The Beatles taken in and around Bournemouth, photos licensed from Beatles Monthly and never-before-seen images of John Lennon's aunt Mimi at home in Sandbanks, the story is told using first-hand accounts from the people who were there, the fans, reporters, photographers, venue staff and musicians. The exhibition features more than 40 photographs taken of the Fab Four when they appeared in Bournemouth in the 1960s, including Robert Freeman's iconic half-shadow photo that adorned the With The Beatles album sleeve which was taken in the restaurant at the Palace Court Hotel in Westover Road (now a Premier Inn) during the Beatles' week-long summer residency at the Gaumont in August 1963. Other exhibition highlights include posters from Beatles shows at the Bournemouth Gaumont and Winter Gardens, plus a remarkable colour photograph of John Lennon by the Sandbanks Ferry in Poole with his Aunt Mimi and four-year-old son Julian.Lighthouse are also hosting a Beatles Film Special on February 28th, with a screening of Richard Lester's classic A Hard Day's Night, which perfectly captures The Beatles in all their irreverent glory on the road to mega-stardom, while giving a real sense of Sixties London.

http://www.beatlesandbournemouth.com/

Digital Spy
February 13, 2012
Beatles were huge influence on Nirvana, says Dave Grohl

The Foo Fighters star spoke of The Beatles' impact on his life with Access Hollywood at the 2012 MusiCares benefit on Saturday when Sir Paul McCartney was named the organization's 'Person of the Year'. When I was young, that's how I learned how to play music - I had a guitar and a Beatles songbook," he recalled. "I would listen to the records and play along. Of course, it didn't sound like The Beatles, but it got me to understand song structure and melody and harmony and arrangement."Grohl added: "I never had a teacher - I just had these Beatles records… Even in Nirvana - the Beatles [were] such a huge influence.

http://www.digitalspy.com/music/news/a365526/beatles-were-huge-influence-on-nirvana-says-dave-grohl.html

NewBury Today
February 12, 2012
Beatle signature turns up in clear-out
Statement signed by George Harrison to "keep Berkshire beautiful" during Newbury bypass creation

IT is amazing what you can find in an old drawer. This ‘Keep Berkshire Beautiful’ slip referencing the Newbury bypass and signed by legendary former Beatle George Harrison was found during a clean-up of the Campaign To Protect Rural England (CPRE) office in London on Tuesday.Dated 1988, the statement outlines a resistence to housing being built across Berkshire at the time, and mentions “the likely route of the Newbury bypass which will destroy some of our finest scenery”, eight years before the construction of the bypass became national news.

http://www.newburytoday.co.uk/News/Article.aspx?articleID=19190

NME
February 12, 2012
Paul McCartney: 'John Lennon and I had the same premonition about The Beatles' success

Songwriting duo both had dream about digging up gold coins, he saysPaul McCartney has revealed that he and John Lennon both had the exact same dream about achieving worldwide success with The Beatles.In an interview with The Big Issue, McCartney – who released his new studio album 'Kisses On The Bottom' last week (February 6) – said that both he and his songwriting partner experienced the same premonition about digging up gold coins in a garden. The singer, who suggested that the dream was a metaphor for the fame they'd achieve with the Fab Four, said: "Life gives you minor premonitions. You don't think of them as premonitions until the dream comes true and you think, 'Hey, I wonder if that was a sign?'.

http://www.nme.com/news/paul-mccartney/61985

Daily Mail
February 11, 2012
Walk on by: Sir Paul McCartney will have a cameo role on hit TV show Mad Men

Rock and roll legend Sir Paul McCartney is set to appear in 1960s drama Mad Men.The singer was approached by the producers of the successful show because they wanted to use some of his solo material in the programme.However, following long talks Sir Paul, 69, ended up agreeing to take on a walk-on role as well as giving the hit TV show permission to use his songs.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2099684/Sir-Paul-McCartney-cameo-role-hit-TV-Mad-Men.html

The Telegraph
February 11, 2012
Stars perform for Paul McCartney at party in his honour

Music stars from several generations lined up to pay tribute to Paul McCartney on Friday night by performing songs from his 50 year long musical career at a ceremony to honour the former Beatle.Coldplay, Katy Perry, Alicia Keys, Neil Young, Foo Fighters and Tony Bennett all performed in front of the 69-year-old as he received the MusiCares' 2012 Person of the Year award ceremony.The star-studded event was hosted by the Grammy Awards organisers ahead of the major music awards.McCartney himself opened the ceremony with his own rendition of the Beatles hit "Magical Mystery Tour".

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music/music-news/9076225/Stars-perform-for-Paul-McCartney-at-party-in-his-honour.html

Customer retailer
February 13, 2012
Harman Debuts Lopez, McCartney Ads on Grammy Awards

As announced last week, Harman International debuted a pair of high-profile television commercials during Sunday's broadcast of the Grammy Awards. The company debuted the "Beautiful Sound" ad, for its Harman Kardon brand and featuring Jennifer Lopez ; the ad had debuted in Europe but Sunday marked its first U.S. broadcast:Also airing for the first time Wednesday was an ad, for the JBL "Hear the Truth" campaign, featuring Sir Paul McCartney. The former Beatle sang his new song "My Valentine," which he also performed on the Grammy broadcast. Video

http://www.customretailer.net/article/harman-debuts-lopez-mccartney-ads-grammy-awards-25028681/1

Examiner
February 12, 2012
Beatles 54th Grammys scorecard: McCartney 15th win makes it one out of two

It was one win, one loss for the two Beatles-related nominations included in the 54th Annual Grammy Awards, which were given out Sunday night in Los Angeles. *Paul McCartney won the Grammy for Best Historical Album for the "Band on the Run" reissue (Paul McCartney compilation producer, Sam Okell and Steve Rooke mastering engineers). This was the second Grammy for "Band on the Run," which had won one in 1974 for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus. The new award also makes him a 15-time winner.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/beatles-grammy-scorecard-mccartney-15th-win-makes-it-one-out-of-two

msLinds

02-13-2012, 09:30 PM

CraicOn.com
February 13, 2012
Double Irish BeatlesFest on the Lough this year
Moville

The idyllic little town of Moville in Donegal, which since 2007 has hosted Ireland's only annual festival of Beatles music, has a double treat for Beatles fans this year.The usual BeatlesFest on the Lough will take place in mid-August this year, from the 16th to the 19th, but organiser Gerry McLaughlin has been asked to put on an extra one at the same as the Irish Open Golf tournament across the Lough in Portrush is taking place, but also at the same time as the Clipper Round the World yacht race will be in town.

http://www.craicon.com/moville/1/double-irish-beatlesfest-.shtml

Examiner
February 13, 2012
Why Sir Paul McCartney didn't have a Walk of Fame star sooner

LOS ANGELES - Sir Paul McCartney received a star on Hollywood's renouned Walk of Fame recently.* It's not a surprise that the star was awarded in conjunction with Sir Paul performing at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards 2-12-12, Clive Davis' annual pre-Grammy party 2-11-12, and his being celebrated as the MusiCares Person of the Year on 2-10-12.* It's been an exciting trip for the former Beatle.Many reacted to Sir Paul not having had a star sooner as something of a personal insult or a lack of recognition.* The Beatles have a star.* All of the other former Beatles have stars - Ringo Starr, George Harrison, and John Lennon.* Why not Paul McCartney - he's even been knighted by Her Majesty, the Queen of England

http://www.examiner.com/rock-music-in-los-angeles/why-sir-paul-mccartney-didn-t-have-a-walk-of-fame-star-sooner

msLinds

02-14-2012, 05:21 PM

Happy Valentines Day Everyone. :wavey:

http://amonsterinparis.tumblr.com/

AOL Music
February 14, 2012
Yoko Ono: John Lennon and Paul McCartney Are Together in Spirit -- Potent Quotables

"Dear @PaulMcCartney. At last all four stars shine brightly together. I know John is very happy for you on this special day. Lots of Love, Yoko." -- Yoko Ono

http://blog.music.aol.com/2012/02/14/yoko-ono-paul-mccartney-star/

Tripping With Marty
February 14, 2012
John Lennon Walking Tour

Al Rizo, the man who was my co-pilot on the 365 Bars blog, gave me an idea about doing a post of going to John Lennon places in New York, back when I was doing MAD. I already had the idea for this blog when he told me, so I told him it would be better suited for this blog, since I could do it in the afternoon, as well as evening. And today’s the day. Here we go off on a John Lennon walking tour of New York City. Can you imagine ?

http://www.trippingwithmarty.com/almost-live-from-new-york-city/2012/2/14/john-lennon-walking-tour.html

Examiner
February 13, 2012
Rare program from Ringo Starr's pre-Beatles days being auctioned on EBay

A pre-Beatles Ringo Starr program for a British holiday camp from 1962 when his group Rory Storm and the Hurricanes was playing there is up for auction on eBay.Pete Nash of the British Beatles Fan Club told Beatles Examiner the program for Butlin's Holiday Camp is from the week of July 21, 1962. Ringo Starr was the drummer for Rory Storm's group as they were playing the 1962 summer season at Butlin's in Skegness in the UK.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/rare-program-from-ringo-starr-s-pre-beatles-days-being-auctioned-on-ebay

Oxford University Press
February 14, 2012
Brian Epstein and the quest for a contract

On a cold winter’s day in early 1962, Brian Epstein and the Beatles huddled together contemplating their failed bid for a Decca recording contract and the bitter aftertaste of rejection that left emptiness in their stomachs. But hunger can feed ambition. Disappointments would ensue, but almost immediately Epstein would be the proverbial right man in the right place at the right time and meet a string of people who were looking for something not-quite-exactly unlike the Beatles.

http://blog.oup.com/2012/02/brian-epstein-beatles-contract/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+oupblog+%28OUPblog%29

Lasorda's Lair
February 13, 2012
50 Years of Dodger Stadium: The Beatles Rock the Ravine

There’s only a few things that I love as much as baseball. Cinema and music are two of them. If there was one concert which I could have had the privilege of attending it would have been the Beatles concert at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, August 28, 1966 at 8:00 pm. The Beatles are my all-time favorite band. I even took a Beatles course in college (yes, that in fact exists). A couple lesser known ska bands, Goldfinger and The Toasters, are also on my permanent soundtrack of life. Yet the music of the Beatles influenced those bands and most other musicians to follow. The Fab Four are forever the quintessential boy band. A Day in the Life is my favorite Beatles song, and I have fond memories of listening to my mother’s Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album on my record player over and over again in high school. It almost sounded better than the CD version I listen to today. Perhaps I am a bit of a flower child at heart.

http://lasordaslair.com/2012/02/13/50-years-of-dodger-stadium-the-beatles-rock-the-ravine/

Guitar World
February 13, 2012
Video: McCartney, Springsteen, Grohl, Walsh Jam on Beatles 'Abbey Road' Medley at Grammys

One of the highlights from last night's 54th Grammy Awards broadcast on CBS was the event's final moment -- a performance of The Beatles' "Golden Slumbers," "Carry That Weight" and "The End" by Paul McCartney and his band.The medley is from side two of Abbey Road, the last album recorded by The Beatles.During "The End," McCartney was joined on stage by Bruce Springsteen, Joe Walsh and Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl, and all six guitarists (including Rusty Anderson and Brian Ray from McCartney's band) took turns playing brief solos, just as McCartney, George Harrison and John Lennon did on the original 1969 recording.

http://www.guitarworld.com/video-mccartney-springsteen-grohl-walsh-jam-beatles-abbey-road-medley-grammys

9th Annual Tribute to George Harrison in Westport this Saturday February 18, 2012

The 9th Annual Tribute to George Harrison will take place this Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Whites of Westport, in Westport, Massachusetts beginning at 6:00 (Doors open at 5:30). This annual event is a night filled with music from the 60's, focusing around George Harrison and the Beatles, and includes Beatles memorabilia and artwork available for purchase and raffles.This year's line up include The British Yankees, Sherman & the Waybacks, Psychedelic Relics, Wayne Cabral (former member of Octopus's Garden, a John Lennon Songwriting Contest semi-finalist and performer at the 2011 New England Pop Festival), the Oh Nos, a plastic sporko band! (featuring members of the band GIRL, the first all female Beatle Tribute band to play the Cavern Club in Liverpool).Also appearing will be Beatletracks, the Mockers (Fred Grady and members of CBNE and Stacy Pedrick of THE FOOLS) and from New Jersey, The Cryers (backing band for Denny Laine of Wings and Terry Sylvester of the Hollies) with special acoustic welcome starting at 5:40 by 10 year old guitarist Thatcher Harrison.Advanced tickets ($10.00) are available for purchase at Whites of Westport box office (Route 6, Westport, MA). Tickets ($15.00) will be available at the door the night of the show. Please send any questions by email to [email protected]. All proceeds from the event are donated to St. Jude's Hospital and Bristol County Hospice for cancer research and support.

For more information check out Harrison Tribute page on Facebook, Whites of Westport website and Pictures & video of previous Tributes on MySpace.

http://www.myspace.com/officialsiteoftributetogeorgeharrison

msLinds

02-15-2012, 01:12 AM

The Gazette
February 14, 2012
LOVE director Dominic Champagne gets Peace Award on Valentine’s Day

Quebec theatre director Dominic Champagne was honoured today as the 2011 Artiste pour la paix.Champagne has had a long and varied career that includes two Cirque du Soleil shows (Varekai, and LOVE, the Beatles show in Las Vegas), and numerous theatrical works, including, most recently Le Boss est mort, by Yvon Deschamps, and HA ha!…, by Rejean Ducharme. The award is given annually to artists who have displayed a social conscience, in some way. Champagne has been active in protests against the development of the natural gas industry through fracking in Quebec.

http://blogs.montrealgazette.com/2012/02/14/love-director-dominic-champagne-gets-peace-award-on-valentines-day/

AZCENTRAL
February 12, 2012
Paul McCartney lays wreath for Whitney Houston

Sir Paul McCartney has personally laid flowers for Whitney Houston.The Beatles legend was in Los Angeles when the 48-year-old singer was found dead at the city's Beverly Hilton hotel on Saturday and wanted to leave a personal tribute to the 'I Will Always Love You' star. He was seen with wife Nancy Shevell at the makeshift memorial created outside the hotel Monday dressed casually, and left a bouquet of yellow roses at the scene.When fans tried to congratulate Paul on his performance at the Grammy Awards the previous night, he shrugged it off.Website TMZ reports he insisted: ''This is about Whitney, not me.''

http://www.azcentral.com/ent/celeb/articles/2012/02/14/20120214paul-mccartney-lays-wreath-whitney-houston.html

msLinds

02-15-2012, 05:19 PM

Sun Sentinel
February 15, 2012
'All you need is….art;' Yoko Ono presents work by John Lennon

Yoko Ono, an influential artist and the widow of John Lennon, will present "Remember Love: The Artwork of John Lennon" on Feb. 17-19. For the past 20 years Yoko Ono and Legacy Fine Art and Productions have brought this exhibit across the U.S. as a way to honor the memory of John Lennon and celebrate his messages of peace, love and truth. Visitors will have an opportunity to take a look into his mind and experience him through his drawings, sketches and written words from his days as a Beatle until his death.The exhibit will be on display at 1018 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. For more information, call 888-278-1969 or email [email protected] the spirit of Lennon and Ono's kindness, the exhibit will benefit the The Pantry of Broward, a local nonprofit that is dedicated to serving seniors on low fixed incomes, and grandparents raising their grandchildren throughout Broward County. A $2 donation at the door is requested. For more information, visit http://www.ThePantryofBroward.org or call 954-358-1481.

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/community/custom/society/broward/fl-societyse-johnexhibit-0215-20120215,0,2469078.story

The Hook
February 14, 2012
Betsey Johnson Catches Beatlemania

Betseymania broke loose in the tents at Lincoln Center! In true Betsey Johnson style, the funky designer paid homage to the 1960's and The Beatles with her whacky touch when she revealed her fall collection Monday (Feb. 13) at New York Fashion Week.Not one for subtlety, Johnson's inspiration was clear from the very beginning as the Rolling Stones reverberated throughout the venue and black and white footage of teenaged girls screaming for some mysterious off-camera icon played. Fab four or Betsey? As the show started, each ensemble appeared to have walked straight from Abbey Road to Lincoln Center, carrying titles such as "Lennon Lux" and "Eleanor Rigby."

http://www.billboard.com/column/the-hook/betsey-johnson-catches-beatlemania-1006184352.story#/column/the-hook/betsey-johnson-catches-beatlemania-1006184352.story

JAMROCK Magazine
February 14, 2012
Betsey Johnson Shows London Mod Set To The Beatles

http://www.jamrockmagazine.com/?p=2957

Broadway World - Talk Tunesworld
February 15, 2012

BWW CD Reviews: HERE COMES THE SUN, A Lovely Tribute to the Beatles by David Lanz and Friends. Pianist David Lanz, with able assistance from Gary Stroutsos (woodwinds), Walter Gray (cello) and Keith Lowe (bass), has put together a sequel of sorts to his wonderful album of Beatles songs, Liverpool, with a new collection called Here Comes the Sun. This time around he includes a terrific cut from the quiet Beatle, the late George Harrison (who was/is actually my favorite of the fab four). It's another masterpiece of subtlety and charm, perhaps even more lovely from than the first. Lanz is going to promote the new work with a small tour, so be sure to catch him live if you have the opportunity.

http://tunes.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-CD-Reviews-HERE-COMES-THE-SUN-A-Lovely-Tribute-to-the-Beatles-by-David-Lanz-and-Friends-20120215

Examiner
February 14, 2012
Smithsonian / The Ed Sullivan Show: ‘The Beatles' Debut on American TV’, 1964

The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery reveals the history of America throughout the generations of individuals who help to shape its culture through each of their unique contributions.*Ed Sullivan posed for a photograph with the Beatles during their rehearsal for the first live Beatles’ U.S. television debut.

http://www.examiner.com/smithsonian-museum-in-washington-dc/smithsonian-the-ed-sullivan-show-the-beatles-debut-on-american-tv-1964

Laughing Squid
February 14, 2012
The Beatles’ Abbey Road Photo Shoot Outtakes

The Beatles’ iconic (and widely imitated) album cover Abbey Road shows all four band members walking across London’s Abbey Road. At that time The Beatles were recording the majority of their songs and albums at Abbey Road Studios (was then called EMI Studios). On August 8, 1969, Scottish photographer Iain MacMillan captured them simply walking across the street for the album’s cover. The shoot reportedly took just ten minutes but, as you can see, they had walked back and forth across the street before catching that now-famous image. Here is a gallery of outtakes from that legendary photo shoot.

http://laughingsquid.com/the-beatles-abbey-road-photo-shoot-outtakes/

Guitar Worl
February 15, 2012
Spring 2012 Guitar Aficionado Available Now: The George Harrison Collection

The brand-new Spring 2012 issue of Guitar Aficionado features an up-close look at George Harrison’s greatest guitars and the new iPad app, "The Guitar Collection: George Harrison."The app, which was created by Harrison’s son, Dhani, showcases many of the guitarist’s Beatles-era axes in loving detail.

http://www.guitarworld.com/spring-2012-guitar-aficionado-available-now-george-harrison-collection

"Louise Harrison's Help Keep Music Alive
February 15, 2012

"Louise Harrison's Help Keep Music Alive, Inc.," her new non-profit organization that is dedicated to help bring music and the message of the Beatles to kids. Louise incorporated the new non-profit in the State of Florida on Jan 23rd of this year.The goal of "Louise Harrison's Help Keep Music Alive, Inc." is to bring her broadway class Liverpool Legends show to schools, and have the music students play a large role in the second half of the concert by playing on stage with Liverpool Legends. The proceeds of each of their previous high school shows went to the respective schools where the concerts were held, minus the costs of putting on the show, like travel costs and hotel rooms. Through the new non-profit organization, Louise is now looking for sponsors to help defray these costs, so that more of the money taken in at these concerts can go directly to the actual school's music department.Louise wants to hear from you if you're a school music director or school administrator and you'd like to arrange for one their shows to happen at your school. Also, please contact Louise if you're part of a company that can sponsor services to Louise's cause, like air fares and hotel rooms. Louise can be reached at [email protected] or visit their website at www.lh-hkma.org. You can also learn more about the band Liverpool Legends at their official website, www.liverpoollegends.com.

POP DASH
February 15, 2012
Paul McCartney Is NOT A Mad Man
The star will not be making a cameo appearance in the hit US show...

Despite recent reports suggesting otherwise, it has been confirmed that Sir Paul McCartney will NOT be making a cameo in US television show 'Mad Men'.Sir Paul McCartney may have signed a deal with the producers of 'Mad Men' giving them permission to use his songs on the show, but the rocker does not intend to make an on-screen appearance anytime soon.The Sun reported that the Beatles legend would be making a cameo appearance in the programme himself, but a source close to the show has denied that Macca will appear.

http://popdash.com/news/8988/paul-mccartney-is-not-a-mad-man

msLinds

02-16-2012, 12:15 AM

The Royal Gazette
February 15, 2012
Do you have any Lennon stories to tell

Were you in Bermuda in 1980 and did you come across former Beatle John Lennon and his son Sean ? Preparations are underway for a number of events this June to commemorate the late musician’s two-month stay on the Island.Organisers are keen to hear from anyone who met or remembers seeing Lennon during his final summer vacation, or who has Lennon memorabilia from that time.The singer stayed in Bermuda in June and July of 1980. He rented a house in Fairylands, Pembroke, and is known to have visited a variety of places on the Island, including the former Disco 40 nightclub, The English Sports Shop on Front Street and Stuart’s electronics store on Reid Street. He also visited Spanish Point and St Peter’s Church in St George. He and his son were also photographed watching the Queen’s Birthday Parade on Front Street.

http://www.royalgazette.com/article/20120215/ISLAND04/702159904

John Lennon Double Fantasy Burmuda Tribute this June 21, 2012

http://www.doublefantasybermuda.com/

msLinds

02-16-2012, 03:10 PM

PR Newswire
February 16, 2012
Big Time Rush Releases Soundtrack to Big Time Movie, Pre-order Now Available on the iTunes Store

Six Beloved Beatles Classics Covered for Soundtrack to First-Ever Big Time Rush TV Movie Premiering March 10

NEW YORK, Feb. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Columbia Records international recording artists and Nickelodeon TV stars Big Time Rush*bring the Fab Four's legacy to a new generation with the release of an iTunes exclusive soundtrack to their first-ever Nickelodeon movie, Big Time Movie on Tuesday, March 6, available now for pre-order. The Big Time Movie Soundtrack features covers of the beloved Beatles classics Help!, A Hard Day's Night, We Can Work It Out, Revolution, Can't Buy Me Love*and*I Want To Hold Your Hand* (see below for track listing.)*Big Time Movie*will premiere Saturday, March 10 on Nickelodeon.

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/big-time-rush-releases-soundtrack-to-big-time-movie-pre-order-now-available-on-the-itunes-store-139429503.html

Charleston Daily Mail
February 16, 2012
Beatles tribute band to play library concert series

Sunday's free concert series at the Kanawha County Public Library features Rubber Soul, the Beatles tribute band led by Mark Scarpelli.Scarpelli, also known for the musicals he writes with Dan Kehde for the Contemporary Youth Arts Company, organized Rubber Soul in 2003.

http://www.dailymail.com/Entertainment/201202150212

Spinner
February 16, 2012
Paul McCartney Quits Smoking Pot for Daughter, Is Happy Beatles Didn't Reunite

Parental responsibility means sacrifice, even if you're one of the biggest rock stars of all time. To that end, Paul McCartney has revealed that he's quit smoking pot, mainly out of a sense of duty to his 8-year-old daughter, Beatrice."I did a lot, and it was enough. I smoked my share," McCartney said in an interview with Rolling Stone. "When you're bringing up a youngster, your sense of responsibility does kick in. Enough's enough."

http://www.spinner.com/2012/02/16/paul-mccartney-quits-marijuana-pot/

Music Week
February 16, 2012
McCartney camp planning ‘big event’ for streaming return

Paul McCartney’s management is planning a big unveiling of the former Beatle’s solo catalogue on streaming services in the spring.The news comes from Concord’s director of digital and mobile sales Phillip Bailey, who has commented on Macca’s records being pulled from the few streaming platforms it was still available on last week.

http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1048518&c=1

msLinds

02-17-2012, 02:35 AM

Scroll down the page for the photographs of Sean Lennon with his Mom Yoko at the 'ThreeAsFour ' fashion show.

PaperMag
ThreeAsFour Blast Off to Outer Space
February 16, 2012

Threeasfour spun the concept of functionality and design to the far reaches of outer space for their F/W '12 show. The avant designers applied over-sized, Milky Way-like swirls and beads to metallic coats and leather lace overlays on skintight dresses and knee-high boots looked both celestial and extraterrestrial at once. With artists Sean Lennon, Yoko Ono, Chuck Close, Terence Koh and Kathy Grayson in attendance, it makes us wonder if the look was befitting of a star? See the backstage photos of the Threeasfour show below.

http://www.papermag.com/2012/02/three_as_four.php

Fashion Indie
February 16, 2012
ThreeASFOUR Fall 2012 Comes Full Circle

ThreeASFOUR moves right around in a circular motion, looping from the printed wearability from Spring 2012 to the more experimental outer layers of Fall. The circular thematics broke garments into fragments to assemble spherically. Leather cut laser allowed for a precise interconnectedness, as the pattern looks particularly like a spine spinning in spirals, also partially like wheels turning in a machine. The machine of threeASFOUR –Gabi, Ange, and Adi – work insulated amongst themselves, not adhering to trend cycles, but to their own spherical vision. When Sean Ono Lennon releases the threeASFOUR documentary he is filming, perhaps we will learn more how these circular parts began to turn.

http://fashionindie.com/threeasfour-fall-2012-comes-full-circle/

msLinds

02-17-2012, 03:22 PM

Everyone have a safe, positive and great weekend and Presidents day holiday this monday. Take care.:wavey:

Genemyers
February 16, 2012
“We All Shine On” an interview with Yoko Ono on John Lennon’s art

Yoko Ono knows what it’s like to have people second guess her work because of who she is. Many who are unfamiliar with her success in ability as a visual artist.“Many people still consider him not a very professionally valuable artist. I’d really like to say that you should get what you can from John’s work because it’s really unique and beautiful,” Ono said. “There’s a spirit shining in it.”And it’s naysayers like that she’s vowed to campaign against. It was a promise she made to Lennon before he died.When John passed away I realized that both of us were artists and we wanted to communicate with the world. John can no more in a way, so I wanted to make sure that his work would be communicated. That is my pledge to John,” she said.

http://genemyers.wordpress.com/2012/02/16/we-all-shine-on-an-interview-with-yoko-ono-on-john-lennons-art/

The Go Guide
February 17, 2012
Yoko Ono: Come together with John Lennon art
 
Yoko Ono calls from the kitchen of her Manhattan home. Her voice is small but words tumble out at a New York pace, like an overturned box of nuts and bolts and deck screws.She is “up to my neck” in projects, she admits, “but we don’t talk about my things, we talk about John’s work.” And for the next few minutes, her voice softens into a graceful glide. After 20 years of talking about it, Ono has lost none of her affection for the touring exhibition “Remember Love: The Artwork of John Lennon.”

http://weblogs.sun-sentinel.com/entertainment/thingstodo/2012/02/yoko_ono_come_together_with_jo.html

SouthWest Riverside News Network
February 17, 2012
John Lennon tribute concert planned in Palm Springs

The songs, sounds, and the sight of John Lennon will come to life on stage in “Starting Over: The Lennon Experience” at 7 p.m. on* Mar. 1-2 at Spa Resort Casino in Palm Springs, it was recently announced.The tribute concert starring Joe Stefanelli as John Lennon is a musical performance for the record books.Stefanelli looks, sounds, and acts just like Lennon.* So much so, that Hollywood Film Director Robert Zemeckis handpicked Stefanelli as the official “voice” of John Lennon in the hit film “Forrest Gump.”

http://www.swrnn.com/2012/02/17/john-lennon-tribute-concert-planned-in-palm-springs/

theCMUwebsite
February 17, 2012
Media Junction chief to oversee estate of fifth Beatle

The MD of London based entertainment marketing agency Media Junction, Giles Cooper, has been appointed CEO of the estate of Stuart Sutcliffe, the founder member of The Beatles, whose influence on the band is widely recognised, despite him leaving before the fab four found fame.Sutcliffe, of course, died aged just 21 after suffering a brain haemorrhage in 1962, but he had already created a substantial collection of paintings, visual art being his true passion. Those artworks form a bulk of the estate, which is valued at £5 million, along with an array of memorabilia from The Beatles’ early days performing in Hamburg.

http://www.thecmuwebsite.com/article/media-junction-chief-to-oversee-estate-of-fifth-beatle/

ML Jackson
February 16, 2012
Beatles tribute Toppermost set to bring Fab Four's sound to Michigan Theatre

JACKSON — Nearly 50 years has passed since the Beatles first appeared on “The Ed Sullivan Show” and took America by storm.Yet, the Fab Four from Liverpool remain almost as popular and influential as they’ve ever been, which is why tribute bands, such as Toppermost, are such an attraction.Toppermost, whose members are from the Detroit area, will perform at the Michigan Theatre on Saturday in what the group is calling a 50th anniversary celebration of the Beatles.“It’s universal music, really, much like Mozart,” said Toppermost member Tom Diab, 41, who portrays Paul McCartney. “This is a big year for the Beatles.

http://www.mlive.com/entertainment/jackson/index.ssf/2012/02/beatles_tribute_toppermost_set.html

Examiner
February 16, 2012
Cruisin' With the Beatles -- a ride on Beatles Tribute Cruise 2012

The man behind the just-concluded Beatles Tribute Cruise, Woody Lifton, says the 2012 edition, which ran from Feb. 4-11 and was highlighted by seven concerts in seven nights for 200 Beatle fans, began with a surprise. "Stepping in as George for the house tribute band Revolution was Jimmy Pou, who I consider to be the best George Harrison impersonator in the world," he said. "Jimmy is an old friend of mine and we hit it off right from the start."Lifton said he approached Tim Piper, who plays John Lennon and was the leader of Revolution, and asked him if former Wings guitarist Laurence Juber and former Ringo Starr producer Mark Hudson could join the band on stage for a few numbers. He agreed and that night the trio played on three songs with Revolution. Lifton says the party went on until until the wee hours of the morning.

http://www.examiner.com/beatles-in-national/cruisin-with-the-beatles-a-ride-on-beatles-tribute-cruise-2012

Contact Music
February 16, 2012
Sir Paul McCartney - McCartney: 'Don't Believe Everything About The Beatles'

Paul Mccartney has urged Beatles fans old and new not to believe everything they read or watch about the Fab Four - because books and TV documentaries about the band are often full of errors.The Love Me Do singer admits he can't believe how often so-called students of the Beatles and historians get their facts wrong.

http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mccartney-dont-believe-everything-about-the-beatles_1295485

Lost Paul McCartney track unearthed
February 17, 2012
Full-length collaboration with Art of Noise to be released for the first time

"McCartney called in the Art of Noise to remix the track in the summer of 1985," explains project curator (and author of the 2001 biography 'The Unknown Paul McCartney'), Ian Peel. "It was a mad, cut-and-paste retake that turned the song – McCartney's last US top ten hit – into a left-field electronic collage. Members of the band have since recalled how both Paul and Linda McCartney joined them – Anne Dudle, JJ Jeczalik and Gary Langan – in the studio for what sounds like a very experimental session. The finished remix was released on 12" vinyl in November 1985 and has never appeared on CD. Art of Noise are the linchpin to ZTT's Art of the 12" series, so their remix of Spies Like was top of my list of inclusions for this new Volume II."

http://www.macca-central.com/news/3736/%27LOST%27-PAUL-MCCARTNEY-TRACK-UNEARTHED!/