John Lennon/Beatles Mega Thread

[msLinds]

I have 3 more new articles this evening.Everyone have a safe,positive and great weekend.Take care

Gibson.com
July 8, 2011
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Builds Better Beatles Exhibit

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, Ohio, has put together “the most comprehensive, artifact-driven Beatles exhibit in the world,” according to what Jim Henke, vice president of exhibitions, told Billboard.com.Henke said that the organization has developed relationships with George Harrison’s widow, Olivia, and Ringo Starr’s representatives to bring more original items into the museum. He said the Rock Hall already had a good relationship with Yoko Ono, who ensured John Lennon was well-represented.

http://www.gibson.com/en-us/Lifestyl...les-0708-2011/

iamrogue.com
July 8, 2011

IAR EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Producer Vivek Tiwary talks 'The Fifth Beatle
Paul McCartney once said, "If anyone was The Fifth Beatle, it was Brian."He was referring to Brian Epstein, the legendary manager of The Beatles. Epstein has been credited with their discovery as well as their success.Broadway Theatre Producer Vivek Tiwary has secured $25 million in financing for his much-anticipated and long-awaited foray into film entitled THE FIFTH BEATLE. A story ripe to be told, the film will be centered on the Fab Four’s manager, a closeted homosexual in the days when being so was illegal in the UK.*The film will focus on how Epstein suffered with his outsider status and dealt with his pain all while The Beatles became world famous.

http://www.iamrogue.com/news/intervi...th-beatle.html

Spinner.com
July 7, 2011
Ringo Starr Celebrates Birthday With 'Peace and Love

Ringo Starr has asked fans to spread "peace and love" in honour of his turning 71 on Thursday, July 7. The drummer wants fans around the world to mark the day by tweeting, saying or just thinking what has become Starr's mantra.The former Beatle has made a habit of asking fans to spread the message over the last few years. The tradition started in 2008 when, after reprimanding fans for sending him memorabilia to sign, he concluded with his by-now-familiar catchphrase "peace and love.

http://www.spinner.com/2011/07/07/ri...eace-and-love/

I think this is great.That a high school student is a fan of Sean Lennon the Goastt and
gave a positive review of their album.Its a older article I found.

The Colonel :Roosevelt High School , Ken Ohio
Monday, April 04, 2011
With his new project “Ghost Of A Saber Tooth Tiger”, Sean Lennon is starting to become famous for more than just being John Lennon’s son. He’s finding his own style, and though critics say this new album still sounds like the Beatles it’s merely because he inherited his father’s voice. Though the lyrics are somewhat mystical and thought provoking, --like the Beatles-- the instrumentation and the overall sound of the music is entirely different. “Acoustic Sessions” has certain elements of indie music but it’s also quite experimental


http://my.hsj.org/Schools/Newspaper/...20/GOASTT.aspx

[msLinds]

Dailymail.com
July 9, 2011
I still get a touch of stage fright': Beatles Ringo Starr admits to nerves before before a performance at 71-years-old successful groups of all time and has been performing for half a century. But that hasn’t stopped Ringo Starr getting stage fright every time he plays in public.The 71-year-old said he still felt nervous before concerts - but he gets by with a little help from his friends.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz...=feeds-newsxml

I haven't seen the first photograph on this link of Sean and his brother Julian posted anywhere before.I think its a very recent photograph. So I wanted to share it here.



http://lwsuelitherbe.blogspot.com/20...an-lennon.html

photographs of Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl at their South Street Seaport, NY performance on June 24th 2011


http://www.amydavisphoto.com/index.php?/music/ghostt/

more photographs

http://www.qromag.com/concert_gallery/?g2_itemId=356311

‪River To River Festival, 2011 - The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger‬
The River To River Festival 2011 presents The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger live at the South Street Seaport. Recorded June 24, 2011.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7e89c...embedded#at=31

[Nico]

MsLinds, I have seen that pic of Julian and Sean! They were in Cannes together, I believe, and attending something...it's cute. I think they're such sweet brothers.

I adore this pic of Sean that was in the link you posted!

[msLinds]

I agree with you Nico they are indeed sweet brothers.Thats a great photograph of Sean you posted to.I have 3 new articles.Everyone have a safe, positive and great week.

Scoop today.com
July 10, 2011

Beatles reunion at the 2012 London Olympics ?
Imagine this for a second: You decide to go to the 2012 London Olympics, and not only do you get to see an amazing international sporting event, but you get to see the closest possible thing to a Beatles reunion, too. That's what organizers of the London event are reportedly hoping for, anyway.The remaining living members of the Fab Four -- Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr -- have reportedly been approached to sing at the games next summer, according to*British press. As for the late John Lennon and George Harrison, they could be represented by someone from their families.

http://scoop.today.com/_news/2011/07...pics?GT1=43001

International Business Times
July 7, 2011
News of The World: One of the Beatles Favorite Papers

Ironic that Ringo Starr’s birthday falls on the same day that Rupert Murdoch decided to close down publication of the “News of the World” tabloid newspaper.The Beatles were inveterate readers of the tabloids, especially the News of the World and others, and often gleaned inspiration from them for their songs. Tabloids have a special place in British society and their circulation have always exceeded that of the more serious, mainstream publications. They are an integral part of English society (at least among the working class).However, the News of the World has a special place in Beatles lore because the tabloid’s name actually appears in the lyrics of one of their songs: Polythene Pam, which was on the Abbey Road album.

http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/1761...il-beatles.htm


Have a Beatles name? Stay at Hard Days Night Hotel for free
July 6, 2011

Liverpool's four-star Hard Days Night Hotel is inviting the public, with the same names as the four members of the Beatles, to stay at the hotel for free. George Harrisons, Paul McCartneys, John Lennons and Ringo Starrs will be given the chance to stay in one of the hotel's 110 luxury bedrooms as a way to thank Beatles fans for their support.

http://www.clickliverpool.com/living...to-bed-in.html

[msLinds]

Yoko Ono threatens to sue Scots John Lennon themed pub in copyright row
Lennons, in Dundee, was set up seven years ago to show 'appreciation' for the former Beatle.

The owners of a Scots pub are facing legal action from Yoko Ono over the use of her late husband John Lennon’s name and image.Lennons, in Dundee, was set up seven years ago to show “appreciation” for the former Beatle.The pub has recently received a letter from Ms Ono’s lawyers accusing it of infringing copyright.

http://news.stv.tv/scotland/tayside/...copyright-row/

http://exclaim.ca/News/yoko_ono_thre....ca+-+News+%29

[msLinds]

Gibson lifestyle
July 11, 2011
Thats good to see that both John and Yoko and Stevie and Lindsey are on the list of
Legendary Rock Couples.

Two of Us: Top 10 Legendary Rock Couples

Oftentimes it seems rock and roll couples fall into one of two categories. On the one hand, there’s the tempestuous relationship that produces music reflective of that turbulence. On the other, there’s the subdued partnership that yields batches of sublime music and love songs, while offering up little fodder for the press. Both sides of that spectrum are represented among the 10 couples below. Please tell us who we missed, but keep in mind that we’ve limited our choices to couples in which both partners make music. Hence, no Sid and Nancy, and no Ozzy and Sharon.

1. JOHN LENNON/ YOKO ONO
John Lennon’s solo career, and perhaps new wave music as well, would have charted a far different course were it not for Yoko Ono’s profound influence. From the searing introspection of Plastic Ono Band to the romantic fare on Double Fantasy, Lennon’s work reflected Ono’s muse-like sway. Furthermore, as a musician in her own right, Ono is revered to this day by legions of rockers who possess an avant-garde slant.

10. Lindsey Buckingham / Stevie Nicks
9. Thurston Moore / Kim Gordon (Sonic Youth)
8. Win Butler / Regine Chassagne (Arcade Fire)
7. Debbie Harry / Chris Stein (Blondie)
6. Jack White / Meg White
5. Ray Davies / Chrissie Hynde
4. Ike Turner / Tina Turner
3. Paul McCartney / Linda McCartney
2. Kurt Cobain / Courtney Love
1. JOHN LENNON/ YOKO ONO

http://www.gibson.com/en-us/Lifestyl...-us-0711-2011/

[msLinds]

Goldmine
July 7, 2011
Limited-edition Harrison replica guitar impressed many

A musician never forgets his first really good instrument. George Harrison is on record as saying that the black Gretsch Duo Jet he purchased second-hand in 1961 was “the first real decent guitar that I ever had.” This particular Gretsch wasn’t something he used sparingly or just for practice. It served as Harrison’s main guitar during the early years of The Beatles, both in concert (at hometown gigs in Liverpool, England, and during the band’s residencies in Hamburg, Germany) and in the studio (he played it on most of his band’s debut album).

http://www.goldminemag.com/features/...impressed-many

Liverpool Echo
July 9, 2011

Rare Beatles memorabilia found in handbag to go up for sale at auction in Liverpool

A SURPRISE discovery of rare Beatles memorabilia found in a Merseyside attic will go under the hammer.The items, which came out of an old handbag, are expected to fetch £15,000 in total for the Fab Four fan, from Wirral.The star lots will be two signed singles, which have an estimate of £6,500 to £8,000.Other items from the same collection are a Hard Day’s Night premiere ticket for Liverpool’s Odeon cinema in Liverpool and a Beatles and Joe Brown handbill.

http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liver...0252-29021741/

NME.com
July 11, 2011 17:47

Paul McCartney has hinted that he and Ringo Starr may put together a new version of The Beatles for the Olympic opening ceremony

Speaking on US TV, he nodded when asked whether he would appear at the London games. But after quickly realising he may have said too much he backtracked. 

McCartney then said: "I hear there's a rumour that I might be involved." However when referring to The Beatles he said: "I hear they're planning this sort of music." 

According to The Sun an insider said: "Macca was just being coy about the details. He has been speaking to organisers and has said he'd love to be involved with the games in some way. The organisers want the music legend to appear alongside other big British acts. And they also want Ringo onstage as well to make it extra special."

http://www.nme.com/news/the-beatles/57943