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Beatles on the brink: how Peter Jackson pieced together the Fab Four’s last days
By John Harris, The Observer
26 September, 2021
The director’s new documentary weaves together hours of unseen footage to dispel many myths about the band’s final weeks.
Also: Kabir Bedi: I got an interview with The Beatles but didn't get the glory or publicity ; Rare Beatles memorabilia, John Lennon interviews uncovered during pandemic cleaning spree ; Owner of Beatles memorabilia museum in Dunedin hopes Penny Lane can find a bigger venue ; The Beatles: Ringo Starr donated beautiful gifts to local hospital after Globe gig |
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Sir Ringo Starr takes aim at world leaders attending UN general assembly
By Alex Green, Evening Standard
22 September, 2021
The drummer said he wants to change the world ‘for the kids’.
Also: Ringo talks Charlie Watts, John Bonham, and playing in Canada ; Ringo Starr Can’t Slow Down ; 'He was a beautiful human being:' Ringo Starr pays tribute to 'great guy' Charlie Watts following his death at 80... ; Ringo Starr On His ‘Change The World’ EP, Charlie Watts, And The Upcoming Beatles Doc ; Ringo Starr Reflects on Paul McCartney Friendship, Says the Former Beatles 'Regularly' FaceTime ; Ringo Starr sent Mel C special message ahead of ‘DWTS’ Beatles routine ; 'What is going on?' Spice Girl Mel C is left in shock... ; Ringo Starr Teams With Aspiring Filmmakers in Foster Care for ‘Let’s Change the World’ Video ; KMRS interviews RINGO STARR of The Beatles |
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Paul McCartney tells Bob Mortimer the bloody story behind ‘Rocky Raccoon’
By Tom Skinner, NME
22 September, 2021
A "pissed doctor" inspired the 1968 song after Macca "smashed [his] lip"
Also: Paul McCartney spotted Liverpool Lime Street station after poignant date ; Dad spots Sir Paul McCartney at the bus stop ; Sir Paul McCartney cuts a casual figure in navy shirt and shades as he arrives back in London after Liverpool trip with wife Nancy Shevell ; Sir Paul McCartney behind mystery adverts in Manchester Evening News and papers across UK ; Paul McCartney discusses new children’s book, ‘Grandude’s Green Submarine,’ and why he loves being a grandpa ; Sir Paul McCartney captures beautiful relationship with grandkids in new children's book
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Dad's disbelief at £10k find in pile of 'rubbish' for the tip
By Sophie McCoid, Liverpool Echo
15 September, 2021
A man was stunned as he discovered an incredibly rare Beatles recording while he was clearing out his dad's house after he died.
Also: Beatles ‘Let It Be’ Box Gets a Four-Track Sneak Preview With Alternate Takes and Mixes ; George's widow getting by with a little help from her friends: Olivia Harrison, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and their wives have a mini reunion in London ; ‘The Beatles and India’ Sold to HBO Max, BritBox North America, Channel 4 ; Hohner Musikinstrumente GmbH Inks Beatles Deal |
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John Lennon Honored On United Nations Stamps To Mark International Day Of Peace
By David Chiu, Forbes
21 September, 2021
Legendary musician John Lennon is the subject of new postage stamps released in the same year that his iconic song, “Imagine,” turned 50.
Also: John Lennon cassette tape fetches $58,240 at Danish auction ; Canadian journalist’s interview recordings with John Lennon and Yoko Ono sell at auction
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Dhani Harrison on the incredible story of his father George's All Things Must Pass album
By Alan di Perna, Guitar World
7 September, 2021
It’s a lot to wade through, but the wade is well worth it. |
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Paul McCartney to discuss new book at London’s Southbank Centre
By Will Richards, NME
15 September, 2021
The Beatle will appear in conversation in November to talk all about 'The Lyrics'
Also: Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Alicia Keys, Jonas Bros In $5K A Ticket Robin Hood Concert ; Noel Gallagher and Sir Paul McCartney duet for Beatles legend’s daughter Stella at her 50th birthday bash
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John Lennon And Yoko Ono‘s ‘Imagine’ For 50th Anniversary Global Events
By Paul Sexton, uDiscover Music
1 September, 2021
Yoko & Sean Ono Lennon, the Estate of John Lennon and Universal Music Group will host a Global Party to celebrate the 50th anniversary of John’s “Imagine” song, album and film on September 9.
Also: Paul McCartney paid tribute to John Lennon on monumental anniversary |
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LISTEN: Never Before Published Lennon Song & Interview
By Clint Drieberg, Nova.ie
7 September, 2021
A never before published cassette tape containing an interview and un-released song “Radio Peace” with John Lennon and Yoko Ono is soon going under the hammer in Denmark.
Also: Previously unheard John Lennon and Yoko Ono interviews to go under the hammer ; ‘I was a hypocrite on the make’: unheard John Lennon interviews up for auction ; How Newcastle's team of the 50s influenced an 11-year-old John Lennon
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