John Lennon

He read the news all day, oh boy: how Beatles ‘froze out’ George Martin on White Album

He was the producer often referred to as the fifth Beatle. But George Martin was “frozen out” by the band while they were making the <i>White Album</i> in 1968, a new biography claims.<p>Its author, Kenneth Womack, said that a “cold war” between Martin and the band led to him turning up to those recording …

Inside SiriusXM’s 24/7 Beatles Channel

“Beatlemania is a temporary state of mind that can only be accurately described by the state of one under its influence.”<p>This snippet from an old …

Why August 18th Matters In Rock History

It’s August 18th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history:<p>In 1969, <b>Crosby, Stills and Nash</b> played at Woodstock at 3 AM with …

Is Paul McCartney filming his new music video in Liverpool?

Film crews were spotted close to the Beatles legend's former home<p>Film crews spotted in Liverpool close to Paul McCartney’s childhood home have …

From bling to downright weird, these celeb-owned items made a mint when flogged off at auction

FANCY sticking your crockery in David Bowie’s cupboard or dozing in Patrick Swayze’s rocking chair?<p>You could do just that – because celeb stuff is …

Toto’s Steve Lukather on that Weezer ‘Africa’ thing, being friends with Ringo Starr

Thirty-five years ago, Steve Lukather’s band Toto ruled the airwaves.<p>The rock group’s fourth release “Toto IV” spawned the hits “Africa” and …

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals hack to help you avoid paying drop-off parking charges at Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Across the UK, the majority of airports now operate parking tariffs - which can often leave holiday makers with huge charges.<p>But Money Saving Expert …

Why Nobody Sang the Beatles Like Aretha

Aretha Franklin’s genius took so many forms — as a singer, a songwriter, an album-crafter, a live performer. But the Queen was also one of history’s …

John Lennon Fans Protest His Killer's Possible Release as Parole Hearing Nears

It was a crime that shook the world nearly 40 years ago. John Lennon was gunned down in front of his New York City apartment building by a deranged …

John Lennon - Oh My Love (Elements Mix) from 'Imagine - The Ultimate Collection'

Death Cab For Cutie Go For the 'Gold' With 'Late Late Show' Performance: Watch

Death Cab for Cutie paid a visit to The Late Late Show with James Corden on Thursday (Aug. 16) to perform their bittersweet single "Gold...

John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s sons team for selfie

Music<p>Lenny Kravitz: Aretha Franklin’s music ‘brought so much joy to the world’<p>02:01<p>John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s sons team for selfie<p>00:16<p>Social media can’t get enough of Chrissy Teigen’s ‘Headband of the Day’<p>01:57<p>‘Gravely ill’ Aretha Franklin said to be surrounded by friends and …

Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr Remember Aretha Franklin’s ‘Beautiful Life’

The two surviving Beatles paid tribute to Aretha Franklin today following the news of the Queen of Soul’s death. Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr …

Music Legends Honor Aretha Franklin With an Outpouring of R-E-S-P-E-C-T: ‘Goodbye Queen of Soul’

The musical world is in mourning today over the news that <b>Arethra Franklin</b> has passed away at the age of 76.The R&B legend was surrounded by family …

After you listen to Aretha’s greatest hits, take a few minutes to play her beautiful Beatles covers:

After you listen to Aretha’s greatest hits, take a few minutes to play her beautiful Beatles covers.

John Lennon’s killer up for parole for 10th time

The man who shot and killed John Lennon is again up for parole.Mark David Chapman is scheduled to go before New York’s correctional board next week, …

Fears of Bank Holiday chaos at John Lennon Airport as union announces strike

This will be followed by a further 12 hour strike beginning at 7am on Monday September 3.<p>A total of 80 workers from aviation rescue and firefighting …

'Grease' hype was 'like The Beatles' arrival in the U.S.'

The MV Podcast: Revisiting The Beatles (With The Beatles)

Part 2 of our Revisiting The Beatles series focuses on the second UK album, <i>With The Beatles</i>. We talk how certain originals could be seen as toxic …

John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ Album to Get Six-Disc Boxed Set Treament

On October 5, <b></b>Geffen/UMe will release “John Lennon: Imagine: The Ultimate Box Set,” just ahead of what would have been the late musician’s 78th …

John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s ‘embassy’ sells for $8M

A Tribeca townhouse linked to John Lennon and Yoko Ono has sold for $8.12 million. While the couple never lived in the landmarked home at 1 White …

The Number Ones: The Beatles’ “Yesterday”

<i>In The Number Ones, I’m reviewing every single #1 single in the history of the</i> Billboard <i>Hot 100, starting with the chart’s beginning, in 1958, and</i> …

BBC Band honored by Buffalo mayor

Thursday is BBC Band Day in the City of Buffalo. Mayor Byron Brown proclaimed the day during a noon concert at Niagara Square, featuring the popular …

Two Cars with Beatles History to Hit Auction in Indiana

By<p>Aug. 15, 2018 5:18 p.m. ET<p>Here is an auction that car collectors and fans of The Beatles should not miss out on: Two cars that were previous …

Musicals: 'Beat Bugs: A Musical Adventure'

Casting "Beat Bugs: A Musical Adventure," a musical based on the original Netflix series by Josh Wakely and inspired by the music of The Beatles. …

You can buy Ringo Starr's art at a Milwaukee gallery — and take a photo with him

You can get some "Peace and Love" from Ringo Starr — literally — and meet the legendary Beatle himself in Milwaukee next month.<p>Ringo Starr & His All …

Hear Yoko Ono’s Stark Reimagining of ‘Where Do We Go From Here?’

Yoko One has shared another preview from her upcoming new album <i>Warzone</i>, “Where Do We Go From Here?”<p>The experimental artist paired the ominous piano …

Here come the sons: Will Beatles' kids form own band?

<i>UPDATED 7:10 a.m. ET:</i> James McCartney has clarified some of the statements he made to the BBC on his Facebook page, noting: "Well, looks like quite some attention being given to my BBC interview! Honestly, I was just thinking out loud about playing with Beatles family friends, nothing more. My …

Ringo Starr celebrates the 56th anniversary of John, Paul and George asking him to join The Beatles

The drummer says it was "a great day" for him<p>Ringo Starr has celebrated the 56th anniversary of John Lennon, Paul McCartney and George Harrison …

John Lennon’s, Paul McCartney’s sons take Beatles fans down memory lane

Is this the onset of a second wave of Beatlemania? But then again, did it ever leave? Many Beatles fans were in a frenzy when Sean Ono Lennon, the …