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 | Tapes recorded 52 years ago by Ringo Starr's first band, Rory Storm & the Hurricanes, will be released as an album--the first ever from the group. |
 | On September 8th, Sir Paul McCartney will receive France's highest public award, the Legion of Honour, from French president Francois Hollande. Non-French entertainers such as Jerry Lewis, Liza Minelli and Clint Eastwood have also been so honored. |
The Beatles' third feature film, 1967's Magical Mystery Tour, comes to Blu-Ray and a restored DVD version on October 8th and 9th, featuring a remixed soundtrack.
 | Over a rollercoaster ten years, I saw Freddie’s relationship with John go through terrifying highs and lows. When times were good, they shared a home, they sang songs together and they had great times in pubs and nightclubs. |
 | Wanted: Accomplished musician for touring rock band. Minimum 25 years' professional experience. Ideal candidate has at least two Top 40 hits, maximum four from the 1960s or '70s; '80s may be acceptable. Plays one or more instruments -- not drums. Compensation: to be determined. Fringe benefits: playing with a Beatle. |
 | James McCartney’s The Complete EP Collectionis a killer assortment of tightly-crafted rock anthems. Produced by David Kahne and his famous Beatle father (Paul McCartney, you may have heard of him), the album has rightfully racked up critical acclaim on both sides of the pond. |
 | She left the gig in Norwich of 1963 with a name written on the inside of her left wrist... and although it faded away after a couple of weeks her memory of that amazing night is as vivid as ever. The name was Paul McCartney. The chirpy young pop star had signed his name on Jan’s wrist at the end of The Beatles’ one and only Norwich show. |
Book Review: Abbey Road To Ziggy Stardust: Off the Record with The Beatles, Bowie, Elton and So Much More by Ken Scott 23 July, 2012 - 0 Comments
 | Abbey Road To Ziggy Stardust is a fascinating rock 'n roll first person account by a guy who not only engineered The Beatles' Magical Mystery Tour and The Beatles ("The White Album"), but as if that isn't enough crowning achievement, went on to produce some of the most highly regarded music from rock 'n roll's most exciting era... |
One for Beatles fans: Now we can all sleep in a Yellow Submarine in Liverpool 23 July, 2012 - 0 Comments
 | Fans looking for the full Beatles experience can book accommodation in the unusual hotel, which is painted to look like the vessel on the cover of their record Yellow Submarine, and floats on a mooring in Albert Dock. |
 | Back story: About 15 years ago, I did a freelance job for Ono. When I was finished, her representative called and asked how much I was going to charge her. I said, "Nothing. I'm a huge Beatles fan. I can't take her money." |
