John Lennon

The Beatles unearth John Lennon's solo acoustic demo of "Yellow Submarine" (listen)

”Yellow Submarine” almost became something much more sad and serious than the version we all know.

The Beatles announce 'Revolver' box set with tons of unearthed material

The box includes John Lennon’s home demo for ”Yellow Submarine,” a new mix using the ”de-mixing” technology from Peter Jackson’s ‘Get Back,’ and much more…

Militarie Gun release cover of John Lennon's "Gimme Some Truth"

It’s the other side of the split 7” with Gulch’s Pixies cover.

Paul McCartney got back to NJ with Bruce Springsteen, virtual John Lennon, Bon Jovi & more

Two days before his 80th birthday, Paul McCartney wrapped up his ‘Got Back’ tour at NJ’s MetLife Stadium with a nearly-three-hour, 39-song set filled with Beatles classics and multiple surprises. Review, setlist, and videos here…

John Peel's personal records and memorabilia being auctioned

The items include a signed mono pressing of John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s 1968 album ‘Two Virgins’ that’s estimated to sell for between £15,000 and £20,000, along with rare items from Nirvana, Joy Division, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, and more…

Spoon played Hammerstein, brought out Dan Boeckner to cover Wolf Parade (pics, video, setlist)

It was a Divine Fits reunion in NYC on Friday night as Dan Boeckner, who was in town with Arcade Fire, joined Spoon for two songs.

With 'Help!' and 'Summer Days,' The Beatles & The Beach Boys were on the cusp of their masterpieces

With ‘Rubber Soul,’ the album-oriented pop era would begin and The Beatles and The Beach Boys’ race to the ultimate pop album was on. But right before that, both released albums that were closer to the band’s masterpieces than they usually get credit for…

'Pet Sounds' vs 'Sgt. Pepper's' vs 'Smile' - who had the ultimate psychedelic pop album?

The Beatles and The Beach Boys’ race to write the ultimate pop album peaked with Pet Sounds, Sgt. Pepper’s, and the abandonment of Smile. Here’s a look back on that crucial moment in pop history…

15 Essential Classic Rock Reissues & Box Sets from 2021

From heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath to legendary singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell to a little band called The Beatles, here are 15 classic rock reissues and box sets from 2021 that are very worth owning…
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