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Keith Richards on why Paul McCartney’s collaboration with the Rolling Stones meant so much
By Phil Weller, Guitar World
12 July, 2026
Keith Richards has reflected on the Rolling Stones' latest collaboration with Paul McCartney, revealing why he thinks it meant so much to the legendary Beatle.
Also: ‘We Enjoyed a Lot’ — Ex-MLB Pitcher Reveals New Details on Paul McCartney’s Role at Taylor Swift- Travis Kelce’s Wedding ; Bon Jovi at MSG; Paul McCartney, wife Nancy Shevell attend concert ; Paul McCartney’s Animated Film “High in the Clouds” — Which I Announced in 2011 — Was Finally Scored This Weekend, We May See it Soon
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Controversial Beatles in Manila 60 years after
By Yugel Losorata, Manila Standard
15 July, 2026
This month’s Fourth of July was a milestone for Americans and, for that matter, every soul on U.S. soil.
Also: Museum of Liverpool confirms huge exhibition celebrating 70 years of The Cavern Club ; It was 60 years ago today: Japan’s top Beatles fan keeps the Budokan flame burning |
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How The Beatles Shea Stadium Concert Changed Live Music Forever
By Paul Cashmere, Noise11.com
9 July, 2026
The Beatles’ landmark performance at Shea Stadium on 15 August 1965 transformed the economics and logistics of live rock concerts, while exposing the technical limitations of concert sound that would reshape the industry for decades.
Also: Quality Beatles books are in abundance for Summer reading ; Beatles’ early mentor Lord Woodbine to feature in new BBC drama ; Doc ‘Real Love: The Story of International Beatleweek’ Due on Disc, Digital Aug. 18 ; Hey Jude! Bellingham's extra-time heroics spark Beatles tribute as England reach World Cup semis ; Mick Jagger Says the Beatles Were in a League of Their Own as Songwriters ; The Beatles Hold Record for Most No. 1 Albums and Singles in Billboard History
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John Lennon's Lost Weekend girlfriend on his favourite takeaway, Yoko's proposal and what he'd think of the world today
By Danny Gutmann, Liverpool Echo
12 July, 2026
It was just five years before John was shot dead in 1980
Also: ‘The John I knew:’ May Pang stops in Missoula with photos of her ‘lost weekend’ with John Lennon |
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Happy 86th Birthday, Ringo Starr — Help Ringo and Friends Share His ‘Peace and Love’ Message Worldwide at Noon PT
Rock Cellar Magazine
7 July, 2026
Ringo Starr celebrates his 86th birthday today, July 7 — and as has been the custom for years, the legendary Beatles drummer and his friends will gather in Southern California for a birthday celebration for the ages.
Also: Ringo Starr celebrates 86th birthday ; Ringo Starr can’t quit touring: ‘I’m out again’ ; Ringo Starr praises Barry Keoghan in Beatles biopic: 'I'm in good hands' ; Beatles legend, 86, hasn't aged a day as fans can't believe his youthful appearance at birthday celebration ; Peace, Love…and an Honorary Degree for Ringo ; Ringo Starr talks almost moving to Texas at age 18 and that time his drum kit went missing at the Cavern Club
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‘We can’t beat you up for peace’: Ringo Starr shares a universal message on his 86th birthday
By Tod Perry, Upworthy
8 July, 2026
Starr wants his remarkable legacy to extend far beyond his music.
Also: Ringo Starr Jokes About Making New Song with Paul McCartney: ‘It’s Not Like We Don’t Know Each Other’ (Exclusive) |
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Ringo Starr announces annual Peace & Love birthday celebration
ABC Audio
2 July, 2026
Ringo Starr wants to make sure fans don’t forget his birthday.
Also: For More Than a Century, and Through Beatlemania, Ludwig Drums Have Kept the Beat ; Ringo Starr's Reluctant Drum Solo in 'The End' Ranked Among the Greatest of All Time ; Ringo Starr Fall 2026 Tour Dates Announced for the All Starr Band ; 'Best Drummer of All Time,' Ringo Starr, Celebrates 86th Birthday ; Huge crowds gather at Liverpool's Albert Dock to honour Scouse legend |
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Beatles museum strikes new chord in downtown St. Pete
By Jenna Bass, WFLA News Channel 8
3 July, 2026
The Penny Lane Beatles Museum is getting ready to open a new chapter in downtown St. Petersburg.
Also: Beatles museum strikes new chord in downtown St. Pete ; Sex Pistols signatures and Beatles ticket at Tennants auction ; A presidential snub? The mix-up that left the Beatles feeling fear in the Philippines ; Photographer Shimpei Asai's unseen Beatles images collected in new edition ; The Beatles seemingly confirm rumors of Paul McCartney’s historic performance at Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce’s wedding
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Inside Paul McCartney’s The Boys of Dungeon Lane artwork
By Adam Woodward, Creative Review
1 July, 2026
Creative director David Lane and printmaker Kate Gibb reveal how they transformed more than 100 photos from McCartney’s personal archive into an evocative collage
Also: Mick Jagger tells us it was “very easy” working with Paul McCartney on The Rolling Stones’ ‘Foreign Tongues’ ; Taylor Swift Reportedly Performing at Her Madison Square Garden Wedding With Stevie Nicks, Paul McCartney ; Her wildest dreams! Taylor Swift marries Travis Kelce in 'moving' ceremony... ; The Beatles song Paul McCartney performed at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding revealed |
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“I think of it as maybe the first really heavy guitar riff.” Sean Lennon says his dad deserves more credit for shaping heavy music
By Phil Weller, Guitar Player
1 July, 2026
The son of John Lennon traces his love of dark, dissonant music to Fantasia and the Beatles' “I Want You (She's So Heavy),” which he calls one of rock's most groundbreaking riffs |
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