Rest In Peace John Lennon

30 years ago today, in New York City, John Lennon was gunned down, but his dream and artistry still lives on today. The Beatles are the most influential and greatest musical group of all time, representing a promise of youth and changing the world through sound. Leaving behind a legacy of peace advocacy, art, love, and a constant striving for freedom and redefining of his role in life, John was a complex, not alway likeable, but alway real man. He was really the jealous guy, who sang I'm a loser and cried for Mother; He was the dreamer who imagined a world of peace; You could count him in (out) of a revolution, singing power to the people right on!; he was a househusband who was so devoted to his children, his beautiful boy Sean and his Jules; in the middle of a bath he called Oh Yoko!; he was the Walrus; he was Beatle John. All of these characteristics make John Lennon a complex and beloved figure who inspired, and continues to inspire us all. We miss you John, as much now as ever.


Check out this wonderful article in the New York Times by Kinks frontman Ray Davies on Lennon.

One of Lennon's most powerful songs, here in the superior World Wildlife Fund version:



Paul McCartney, in wonderfully '80's clothing, does a medley of Lennon songs in honor of his 50th



One from his Fab Days



An anthem for the ages

Breaking News- Beatles on iTunes at Long Last!

"In 1964 they came to America, now they're coming to iTunes."
Well, fanatics, the day has finally come! The four lads from Liverpool have entered the digital age with their entire catalogue, including their 2009 remasters box set and some video exclusives, including the concert film  "Live at the Washington Coliseum, 1964", and a series of ads welcoming the British rock legends to iTunes. 
"We’re really excited to bring the Beatles' music to iTunes," said Sir Paul McCartney. "It's fantastic to see the songs we originally released on vinyl receive as much love in the digital world as they did the first time around."
"I am particularly glad to no longer be asked when the Beatles are coming to iTunes," said Ringo Starr. "At last, if you want it—you can get it now—The Beatles from Liverpool to now! Peace and Love, Ringo."
Thanks Ringo. As Paul wrote in his song that was a hit for Badfinger, "If you want it, here it is, come and get it!"
It's the British invasion all over again, ya ya ya! Announced 7:00 this morning, Los Angeles time via apple.com, the Apple website and iTunes home pages were plastered with Beatles related images and features.