31.10.2007 00:00
Elvis is the richest celebrity of the year
Elvis Presley was number one in a list of richest dead celebrities of the year. He earned (or rather would have earned) an estimated $49 million in the past 12 months.
31.03.2010 14:37
Liam Gallagher named the best frontman in rock music ever
Oasis singer Liam Gallagher was named the best frontman in rock music ever in a special poll by Q Magazine. Gallagher went ahead of U2’s Bono, who became second, and Queen’s Freddie Mercury, who was put on a third place.
30.12.2010 19:45
Axl Rose was praised as greatest frontman in music history
Axl Rose is considered to be the greatest frontman in history – this is the result of the poll by famous music website Musicradar.com. Guns N' Roses' founder has beaten Freddie Mercury and Robert Plant.
30.10.2009 17:03
Michael Jackson is the richest dead singer
Forbes magazine has revealed the list of top-earning dead celebrities in 2009. Michael Jackson, who became the richest person among dead performers, has got income of £55 million since his death in June.
30.06.2009 14:15
The Flaming Lips revealed details about new album
American rockers spoke about their upcoming album. According to the frotman Wayne Coyne, some tracks would sound «like John Lennon but if he got together with Miles Davis and they went back in time, but there was a supercomputer that they could figure out how to work».
30.04.2008 00:00
John Lennon’s lyrics will go up for sale
John Lennon's handwritten lyrics for the hit song Give Peace A Chance will be sold by auction and are expected to fetch $400-$600,000.
29.11.2009 15:54
Doctor Who actor to play John Lennon
British actor Christopher Eccleston was announced to play John Lennon in an upcoming movie by BBC. Eccleston is mostly known for his 2005’s role of Doctor Who in the legendary British TV-series of the same name.
29.07.2008 13:16
Oasis were mistaken for fascists
Creation Records founder Alan McGee revealed that he thought Oasis were fascists first time he met them. «I remember looking at the Union Jack and asking: «Are they fascists?» he said.
29.07.2008 13:16
The Beatles’ laughter will be auctioned
A never heard before tape of John Lennon, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr constantly laughing during the record session will be auctioned. It will be auctioned and has an estimate of £8,000 to £12,000.
29.01.2008 00:00
Israel goverment will apologize to The Beatles
Israel foreign ministry will extend an official apology to The Beatles over cancellation of their performance in Jewish state 43 years ago. The concert was cancelled due to the firm objection of politicians who believed that The Beatles’ songs will corrupt the Israeli youth.
28.12.2010 22:07
Yoko Ono praised Lady GaGa
Yoko Ono praised Lady GaGa by saying that John Lennon would definitely like her if he was alive. "She's an artist, she's fearless and she pushes every limit, which we both always adored", claimed she.
28.12.2008 12:45
John Lennon «acted» in TV advert
John Lennon made an «appearance» in a TV advert by One Laptop Per Child charity campaign. Late The Beatles member was resurrected with digital technology.
28.11.2011 12:11
Unique movie about Michael Jackson fails to sell
Previously unseen documentary about Michael Jackson failed to sell at UK auction. The fact that the owner of the film may have problems with its commercial use is the supposed reason of the failure.
28.03.2011 20:56
Foo Fighters are "very happy" to help Japan
Dave Grohl claimed he was glad to have an opportunity to contribute to recently released Songs For Japan album. "We can not heal people or rebuild their homes, but we can donate our songs to help them", said he.
27.12.2007 00:00
Ring Starr’s house is put on sale
The former Ring Starr’s house in California is put on sale. A lot of stars were the guests of the mansion, including John Lennon and Jimmy Hendrix.
27.11.2011 21:06
Clothes by Michael Jackson and Rihanna will be sold through auction
A list of items that will be sold at Rock & Roll Pop Culture Auction was announced. It features different clothes belonging to Madonna, Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, as well as a dress worn by Rihanna in The Only Girl In The World music video.
27.10.2010 14:52
Michael Jackson is top-earning dead celebrity
Forbes magazine revealed its annual list of dead celebrities with the biggest earnings during last year. The chart was topped by Michael Jackson – his estate turned out to be bigger than income of the next twelve celebrities in the list summed up.
26.10.2011 19:26
Michael Jackson remains the top earning dead celebrity
Michael Jackson has topped the list of the highest-earning dead celebrities for the second year in a row. Second place belongs to Elvis Presley, followed by John Lennon and Jimi Hendrix.
25.05.2011 15:51
Liam Gallagher wants to make a movie featuring Johnny Depp
Liam Gallagher claimed that he would like Johnny Depp to act in his upcoming movie about The Beatles. Former Oasis fronman said that he would eagerly give him a role of Derek Taylor, the band's publicist.
25.02.2010 13:31
The Black Eyed Peas will go on tour with John Lennon bus
The Black Eyed Peas announced that famous John Lennon Educational Tour Bus would accompany the band during tour across North America. It will help to promote educational projects in each city where The Black Eyed Peas are set to perform their gigs.
25.02.2009 14:23
Unreleased version of The Beatles’ song revealed
Previously unheard version of The Beatles' song Revolution 1 was posted online. This song doesn't differ widely from the released one, but it is seven minutes longer than well-known version.
24.10.2011 10:50
Soundgarden singer to release acoustic album
Chris Cornell unveiled plans to release solo album. The record features musicians from the bands in which singer performed during his career – Soundgarden, Audioslave and Temple Of The Dog.
24.08.2009 15:05
Michael Jackson’s portrait sold for $1 million
Famous portrait of Michael Jackson, painted by Andy Warhol, was sold yesterday at the auction that took place in New York. An anonymous bidder has bought the picture for over a $1 million.
23.12.2008 12:52
John Lennon’s unknown record was sold at the auction
A recording of a supposedly drunk John Lennon was sold at the auction. On this tape The Beatles member is trying to cover Lloyd Price's song Just Because, improvising lyrics.
22.01.2010 12:12
Movie about John Lennon's childhood nominated for BAFTA
The movie which tells about childhood and adolescence of John Lennon was nominated for two BAFTA cinematographic awards. The film about famous rock singer Ian Dury can also win one award.
21.12.2009 10:22
The Beatles’ production to be staged in Glasgow
The work on the special production about The Beatles’ history has begun in Glasgow. It was already announced that John Lennon would be portrayed by Andrew Knott, an actor mostly known for his role in 2006’s The History Boys movie.
21.09.2009 13:30
A movie about John Lennon’s childhood is being filmed
The movie that tells about early years of John Lennon’s life is being filmed in Britain. The biopic will be directed by Matt Greenhalgh, who previously worked on the Joy Division film Control.
21.07.2008 00:00
John Lennon's biopic details revealed
Director of the John Lennon's biopic revealed details of the upcoming film and promised a «controversial retelling of Lennon's early life».
20.11.2008 11:49
Paul McCartney still thinks about John Lennon
McCartney also claimed that he was considering what Lennon would say about his music. «You reference most things you do, saying: «Would that work with The Beatles, or would this be a good song?»» said he.
20.08.2008 15:43
Noel Gallagher spoke about Oasis album
Noel Gallagher said that Oasis new album Dig Out Your Soul would take more experimental and less mainstream way.
20.04.2011 15:51
Lady GaGa to release Judas music video this Sunday
Lady GaGa announced that she would premiere music video for her new single Judas this Sunday. Singer also compared herself to John Lennon, who once said he was never satisfied with his songs.
19.05.2010 14:58
Paul McCartney wished The Beatles could reform
Sir Paul McCartney claimed that The Beatles would reunite today if all members of the band were alive. «It could have been a charity thing. Or it could have been because we just met up and said: «Let's do it». You never know», said he.
16.06.2009 16:42
Mark Ronson is working with John Lennon's son
Famous British producer revealed that he will work on a new album by Ghost Of A Saber Toothed Tiger, a band established by Sean Lennon, son of the late The Beatles’ member John Lennon.
13.12.2007 00:00
A lock of John Lennon's hair was sold for $48,000
A lock of John Lennon's hair was sold for $48,000 at an auction of The Beatles memorabilia. Items were sold by the band's former hairdresser Betty Glasow.
13.10.2009 14:03
Barack Obama praised Lady GaGa
Barack Obama praised Lady GaGa during his speech at the Human Rights Campaign official dinner. «It's privilege to be here tonight to open for Lady Gaga», said United States president.
13.05.2009 15:25
John Lennon's bloodied clothes will be displayed on a new exhibition
The bloodied clothes that John Lennon was wearing when he was shot is set to be featured on an upcoming exhibition in New York. Named John Lennon: The New York Years, it was created by Yoko Ono.
12.09.2008 17:27
Yoko Ono and Paul McCartney are angry with John Lennon’s new biography
Paul McCartney and Lennon's widow Yoko Ono both expressed their displeasure with the new book telling ex-The Beatles member biography. Titled John Lennon: The Life, this book claims Lennon was gay.
11.11.2010 17:10
Kanye West prefers British music acts
Kanye West has compared American and British music industry. "We have had amazing bands like Nirvana and Guns N' Roses but it's the British who have had the cream setting the standard", said he.
11.07.2008 00:00
Give Peace A Chance hand-written lyrics were sold for £421 thousand
Hand-written lyrics of John Lennon’s song Give Peace A Chance were auctioned for £421 thousand. Another lot was a hand-painted drumm from the Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album cover.
11.05.2010 16:44
The Beatles will appear in a zombie horror movie
All members of The Beatles are set to appear as zombies in upcoming horror movie, an adaptation of a famous graphic novel by Alan Goldsher. The film also features zombie hunter Mick Jagger and Yoko Ono as a ninja.
11.05.2009 21:40
John Lennon's song will be played by cathedral bells in Liverpool
Eight bell ringers at Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral are set to perform John Lennon's song Imagine. «Allowing Imagine to be pealed on our bells does not mean we agree with the song lyric», said a spokesman for the cathedral.
11.04.2011 12:06
First ever The Beatles recording to be auctioned
The first recording in the career of The Beatles is set to be auctioned this week on Thursday, April 14. It will go on sale along with the first publishing contract signed by the band.
10.08.2010 16:53
John Lennon's killer asked for parole
Mark David Chapman is up for parole – the hearing will take place in New York in the nearest future. It will be the sixth appeal by Chapman since his imprisonment in 1980.
08.12.2009 13:00
Paul McCartney would like to perform a duo with John Lennon
Sir Paul McCartney revealed that he would be eager to perform a duo with his late The Beatles’ bandmate John Lennon. «We were always a bit nervous of that. Had he lived it might have happened», said he.
08.11.2009 20:48
Movie about John Lennon's childhood will be premiered on December 26
The creators of Nowhere Boy, the movie which tells about John Lennon's childhood and adolescence, has finally named the release day for the film. The screening in cinemas will start on December 26.
07.12.2010 15:17
Michael Jackson's glove sold for $300,000
Michael Jackson's glove which he was wearing during his Bad World Tour in 1987-1989 was sold for $300,000. The auction also featured such items as Johnny Cash's denim jumpsuit or military-style jacket worn by John Lennon.
07.08.2009 13:09
Yoko Ono contributed to Basement Jaxx’s new album
UK electronic music duo revealed details about the upcoming album Scars. The record will feature guest appearances by Santigold, Lightspeed Champion, Yo! Majesty and Jamaican singer Grace Jones.
06.07.2009 14:46
The Beatles’ unheard tracks to be showcased in August
Apple Jam announced the special gig titled The Beatles And Solo Years. It will feature a number of previously unheard tracks by The Beatles, as well as unreleased tracks written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
06.03.2011 09:55
New York Dolls announced new album
Members of American rock band announced the release of their next studio effort. The album was recorded in collaboration with famous American guitarist Earl Slick, who has worked with David Bowie, John Lennon and other artists.
06.02.2008 00:00
The hotel dedicated to The Beatles has opened in Liverpool
The Hard Day's Night Hotel, dedicated to The Beatles, has opened in Liverpool. It has 110 rooms, and two luxury Lennon and McCartney suites.
06.01.2009 15:19
Lost Lennon's medal was found
John Lennon’s MBE medal was found at St James' Palace. He returned his award in 1969 in protest against the Vietnam war. The medal was discovered together with a personal letter from Lennon to the Queen.
05.03.2010 14:50
Portishead will write a soundtrack for 80-years old movie
Portishead's Adrian Utley and Goldfrapp's Will Gregory will work on the new soundtrack for the The Passion Of Joan Of Arc movie. Shot in 1928, it is considered to be one of the most notable movies ever.
05.02.2008 00:00
NASA has beamed The Beatles’ song to the stars
NASA has beamed The Beatles' Across The Universe song into deep space. It will travel across the universe at a speed of 186,000 miles per second.
04.01.2011 12:55
John Lennon's suite sold for $46,000
John Lennon's white two-piece suit that he wore on the famous Abbey Road album cover was sold through the auction. Unknown bidder bought it for $46,000.
03.11.2007 00:00
John Lennon's Hair was put up to the auction
A lock of John Lennon’s hair is put up to the auction with the estimated price from £2,000 to £3,000. Auction will take place on December 12.
02.12.2009 15:41
Goldfrapp revealed details about new album
British electronic music duo announced details about the fifth studio album. The record, titled Head First, is set to hit the stores on March 22. The band also revealed plans to go on a huge tour in support of the new album next spring.
02.07.2009 13:25
The Flaming Lips revealed more details about new album
The Flaming Lips continue to speak about their upcoming record Embryonic. The album will feature a number of collaborations, including songs recorded together with MGMT and Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ singer Karen O.
01.11.2010 18:02
A movie based on Thriller to be filmed
The horror movie based on classic music video Thriller by Michael Jackson is set to be filmed in Hollywood. The film is set to feature actor Vincent Price, who recorded spoken text for the Thriller music video in 1984.
