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Paul McCartney Looks Back at His Eventful 2024 in a New Video Feature: “Wow, What a Year!”
By Matt Friedlander, American Songwriter
28 December, 2024
As 2024 comes to an end, Paul McCartney has shared a video feature in which he looks back at the highlights of the past year. |
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EXCLUSIVE – Pete Best, the Beatles’ first drummer: “Now I’m retired from the Liverpool ANPE. I’m working a bit on my records…”
By Jerome Goulon, Entrevue.fr
22 December, 2024
Pete Best, now 83, came very close to eternal glory. |
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Final puzzle piece of John Lennon’s ‘Mind Games’ campaign unveiled
By Buddy Iahn, The Music Universe
23 December, 2024
The final puzzle piece for the John Lennon Mind Games campaign is a Through The Looking Glass Onion immersive interactive fiction adventure called Escape To Nutopia, where the fan is John Lennon, awakening in the master bedroom of The Dakota, trying to figure out what to do with their day.
Also: Long-lost chat with John Lennon to be broadcast by the BBC |
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Sir Paul McCartney, 82, warms up his iconic voice by singing Beatles hit Hey Jude ahead of his show at London's O2 before reuniting on stage with former bandmate Ringo Starr, 84
By Geraint Llewellyn, Daily Mail
20 December, 2024
Sir Paul McCartney warmed up his iconic voice by singing hits by the Beatles and fellow 60s group The Monkees ahead of his London O2 show on Thursday where he reunited on stage with former bandmate Ringo Starr.
Also: Authors of ‘The McCartney Legacy’ books on reluctant interviewees, Wings turnover, more ; The Beatles' Paul McCartney reveals new music planned for 2025 ; Sir Paul McCartney Takes Over Mexico City in PETA Latino’s Anti-Bullfighting Ad Blitz ; It's A wonderful life for Paul McCartney but musical halted over 'creative differences' ; “I’m kind of like the governor, so that makes it easier”: Paul McCartney on why he doesn’t have any conflicts with his current band |
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Ringo Starr and Ronnie Wood reflect on surprise reunion with Paul McCartney
Ellie Lorizzo, PA
20 December, 2024
Beatles drummer Sir Ringo Starr said he had a “great time” with his “old mate” Sir Paul McCartney during his surprise appearance at London’s O2 Arena, while Rolling Stones star Ronnie Wood described the experience as “wonderful”.
Also: Music producer Richard Perry, who worked with Ringo Starr, Barbra Streisand and Rod Stewart, dies ; The Beatles' Ringo Starr issues 'don't forget' message as fans send well wishes ; Ringo Starr: ‘The Beatles weren’t partying when doing the tracks. We did that occasionally, and the track was always shit’ |
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Paul McCartney fans serenade star as he's seen leaving luxury Manchester hotel
By Jenna Campbell, Manchester Evening News
16 December, 2024
While 23,500 excited fans packed into Co-op Live on both Saturday and Sunday night, some were treated to an early glimpse of the star as he left his hotel in the city centre
Also: "There is no getting around the fact that he repeats the phrase 'simply having a wonderful Christmastime' 17 times": A music professor breaks down the theory behind Paul McCartney's Wonderful Christmastime ; Watch Ringo Starr and Ronnie Wood join Paul McCartney in London for final night of ‘Got Back’ tour ; Paul McCartney delights fans as he brings former Beatles bandmate Ringo Starr... |
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When The Beatles’ George Harrison Helped Zakir Hussain Choose Tabla Over Rock Drumming: 'Can't Thank Him Enough'
By Yatamanyu Narain, News18
16 December, 2024
Zakir Hussain, the legendary tabla maestro, passed away on December 15 at the age of 73 in San Francisco. |
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John Lennon One To One Concert Is Coming For 2025
By Paul Cashmere, Noise11.com
13 December, 2024
Sean Lennon has confirmed to the BBC’s Chris Hawkins that a complete concert from the 1972 John and Yoko ‘One To One’ show from 30 August 1972 at Madison Square Garden will be released in 2025.
Also: Now caretaker of his dad’s work, Sean Ono Lennon seeks to innovate, not merely repeat ; Julian Lennon treated for cancer for second time: ‘Fingers crossed’ |
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Ringo Starr explains why he really wants to win a final Grammy for The Beatles
By Mark Jefferies, The Mirror
16 December, 2024
Beatles drummer Ringo Starr has a new solo album coming out - but first he wants to win a final Grammy with the Beatles
Also: Ringo Starr on going country, The Beatles & AI: 'The beat goes on!' ; Ringo Starr & T Bone Burnett talk through the making of Look Up ; Ringo Starr returns to country music with new album ‘Look Up’; His All-Starr Band set to perform at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel |
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Traveling Wilburys’ ‘End of the Line’ video remastered in 4K
By Buddy Iahn, The Music Universe
10 December, 2024
Craft Recordings and Traveling Wilburys are thrilled to unveil the newly restored 4K version of the iconic music video for “End of the Line.”
Also: Mixer/engineer of George Harrison’s 'Living In The Material World' set reveals its new shine |
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Paul McCartney brings all his loving to wife's ASU ceremony
By Mary Beth Faller, ASU News - Arizona State University
12 December, 2024
Beatles star mixes with students, faculty at W. P. Carey Alumni Hall of Fame induction for Nancy Shevell McCartney
Also: Paul McCartney shares emotional reason why performing final Beatles track solo is so hard ; Do we need another book about Paul McCartney? Yes ; See Paul McCartney Welcome Holiday Season With Rare Live Performance of ‘Wonderful Christmastime’ ; Paul McCartney says 'it's good to be back up North' as he opens first UK show since Glastonbury |
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Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band Announce June 2025 Tour Dates; Ringo’s New Album ‘Look Up’ Out in January
Rock Cellar Magazine
9 December, 2024
On Monday, Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band announced a handful of tour dates for June 2025, bringing the ensemble across portions of the eastern United States.
Also: Ringo Starr Getting His All Starr Band Back Together for a 2025 U.S. Tour ; Ringo Starr launches new album with a little help from his A-list friends ; Ringo Starr is supported by famous pals Mel C, Eric Clapton and Ronnie Wood as he launches new country album with star-studded London bash |
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Paul McCartney warns AI ‘could take over’ as UK debates copyright laws
By Robert Booth, The Guardian
10 December, 2024
Former Beatle speaks out amid fears the rise of AI threatens income streams for music, news and book publishers
Also: Paul McCartney, 82, wears hearing aids as he happily greets fans outside his hotel in Madrid during his Got Back Tour ; Paul McCartney fans in tears as he sends 'bye' message ; Sir Paul McCartney’s Anti-Bullfighting Appeal Takes Over Madrid’s Gran Vía ; Paul McCartney / More Japan ‘Paper Sleeve’ CD reissues – explored ; Without Equal: Paul McCartney's Journey From Ex-Beatle to Stadium Rock Lifer |
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Doctor who tried to save John Lennon's life speaks out on death anniversary | Banfield
NewsNation
7 December, 2024
Dr. David Halleran, the young surgeon who attempted to save Beatles legend John Lennon’s life after he was shot, joins “Banfield” just days ahead of the 44th anniversary of the musician’s murder.
Also: Elton John Reflects on Collaborating with John Lennon in New Preview of His ‘Never Too Late’ Doc: “It Was a Dream Come True” ; Remembering John Lennon on the Anniversary of His Death ; John Lennon, Howard Cosell and a magical ‘Monday Night Football’ moment ; John Lennon fans gather at Strawberry Fields in Central Park to remember Beatles legend, who was murdered in NYC 44 years ago |
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The Beatles have a 'new' release in the charts 60 years after it was recorded
By Dan Haygarth, Liverpool Echo
7 December, 2024
The new release has made its debut in the UK vinyl charts
Also: Beatles Christmas jumper and knitwear collection launched to celebrate new ’64 documentary ; Paul Mescal is definitely playing Paul McCartney in new Beatles biopic, Ridley Scott says ; Beatles fan finds unusual vintage memorabilia in thrift shop – with disappointing detail ; Documents revealing insight into break-up of The Beatles auctioned for £9,000 |
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How two new books look at the lives of Paul McCartney and John Lennon
By Stuart Miller, Orange County Register
6 December, 2024
Elliot Mintz, the author of 'We All Shine On: John, Yoko & Me,' takes part in a discussion with 'The McCartney Legacy: Volume 2' author Allan Kozinn.
Also: ‘It’s like they were smoking something potent’: the ‘bizarre’ Paul McCartney alien musical that never was |
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"The guitar and its case were smashed to bits. We never even bothered to pick it up." Was George Harrison's 1963 Country Gentleman really destroyed in a Beatles road mishap? The evidence says no
By Christopher Scapelliti, Guitar Player
6 December, 2024
The discovery of Paul McCartney's stolen Höfner bass this past year offers new clues to the Gretsch guitar's fate |
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Sean Ono Lennon on Yoko’s life after John: “She never has moved on from that relationship”
By Tom Skinner, NME
3 December, 2024
He explained that he doesn't think his parents "ever really broke up"
Also: Sean Ono Lennon: 'All my dad was thinking about was Yoko' ; Sean Ono Lennon thinks mother Yoko ‘never moved on’ from relationship with John ; Elliot Mintz on lifelong friendship with Lennon & Ono | Sunrise ; May Pang of John Lennon's 'Lost Weekend' coming to Charleston, setting the record straight |
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Sky Arts enter the 1970s world of Paul McCartney and Wings
By Michael Garrett, ATV Today
3 December, 2024
Step back in time to 1974 and witness the magic of Paul McCartney and Wings: One Hand Clapping…
Also: Why Paul McCartney cannot let it be ; Très Bien: Watch Paul McCartney Perform Beatles Classic For 1st Time Since 2018 In Paris ; Paul McCartney says 'it's a wrap' as he sends special message to fans ; Specially minted Paul McCartney UK coins to go on sale as part of legends collection ; Beatles Legend McCartney Stars In New UK Coin Collection ; Sir Paul McCartney appears on new £5 coin |
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'Real story' of The Beatles' break-up detailed in never-before-seen legal documents
By Imogen Howse & Eve Beattie, Daily Record
1 December, 2024
The legal papers are being auctioned off after being discovered in a wardrobe.
Also: ‘Beatles ’64’: Director David Tedeschi on Making Beatlemania Something to Scream About Again for New Disney+ Documentary ; Beatles ‘64 director David Tedeschi and producer Margaret Bodde on The Beatles and their rock and roll legacy ; Beatles ’64’: Director David Tedeschi, Producer Margaret Bodde on New Beatlemania Doc ; I'm the taxman!: New docs reveal legal woes behind Beatles split ; Beatles present limited-edition carrying case for set of 3-inch records |
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George Harrison: Dark Horse At the White House
By Steven Valvano, CultureSonar
2 December, 2024
Given the election season we just experienced, I had a jag to re-watch the 2016 film Elvis & Nixon, a light comedy about the real-life meeting in December 21, 1970, between Elvis Presley and President Richard Nixon.
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