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Photojournalist Jorie Gracen is a McCartney maven by avocation. In this neat rock bio, her photos take center stage, and the text describes the vicissitudes of various McCartney and Wings tours. The occasional rock road show revelation is definitely included. For instance, Gracen recounts the 12-minute film used to open concerts on the 1993 world tour. "This film showcased a musical history of the rock star with some never-before-seen footage of the Beatles, . . . home movies of the McCartney family, and some graphic scenes of vivisection, animal mutilation and torture." The latter were parts of "McCartney's ongoing campaign against animal cruelty." Yow! All that and silly love songs, too.
Does the mop-top knight know how to put on a show, or what? Politics and gory visuals at rock concerts--shades of Marilyn Manson!--aside, this is a feel-good book for boomers. Uncritical and packed with pix and exasperatingly upbeat anecdotes, it is a must-have item for Beatlemaniacs.
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To be released on June 7th!
"'The Long And Winding Road' is more than a song," Ringo Starr sings on the title track of his latest album "Choose Love." And one of the most remarkable things about "Choose Love" is that this far down that long and winding road, Ringo Starr has never sounded more excited and engaged by the music he's making and the message of love that it spreads."Choose Love" is full of inspired songs of innocence and experience -- the heartfelt and heartening work of someone who's lived a little and learned a lot. This is rousing, rough and ready rock & roll that lovingly embraces the past, but has its eye very much on our shared future. And it's an album first and foremost about the best choice any of us have -- Love.
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To be released on May 31st
The 180-minute concert film of Sir Paul's Red Square concert (May 24, 2003) will be released on DVD on May 31st.
A feature-length world premiere special that tells the story of the ex-Beatle's historic visit to Russia on May 24, 2003. Marking the first time that McCartney had set foot on Russian soil, this concert and documentary also reveals the secret love affair that existed between the Russian people and McCartney during the Communist era.
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Tony Bramwell, a longtime Beatles business associate and childhood friend, offers a fond, intimate portrait of the Fab Four. His often gossipy recollections illuminate the players from their days as young "scousers" in working-class Liverpool to their formation as a group, and from their exhausting early stints in Hamburg to their astonishing stardom. Readers will be surprised to learn how much money the Beatles left on the table owing to the bad deals that Brian Epstein, the Beatles' respected but conflicted manager, made. Still, the group remained fiercely loyal to Epstein, who made them-and many others-rich beyond their dreams, cutting deals in what was then uncharted business territory. Throughout, Paul comes off as down to earth, Ringo as sophisticated and "Hollywood," and George, charming and gentle, if a bit unusual. Not surprisingly, it is John who piques the most interest. Bramwell blisters Yoko Ono, "the Princess of Darkness," and suggests that either she brainwashed John or that he was suffering from mental illness. Although music historians and Beatles collectors may feel they know the story, Bramwell's memoir is much more than Beatles history. Energetically written, this is a vivid and intensely personal look at not only the Beatles but at a storybook trip from the docks of Liverpool to swinging London and the very epicenter of the British invasion.iew.
Bramwell knew George Harrison, Paul McCartney and John Lennon from the time they grew up together in Liverpool. (He met Ringo when he joined the Beatles.) He stayed close by them for every step of the Beatles' meteoric rise - supporting them in business and, even more often, in their personal lives.Bramwell stayed with the Beatles through their time at Apple Records and their ascent to stardom, beginning with their first appearance in the U.S. in the early 1960s. Bramwell's story reveals fresh insight into the Beatles' childhoods and families, their early recordings and songwriting, Yoko's pursuit of John and her influence over the group, and much more.
"MAGICAL MYSTERY TOURS: My Life with the Beatles" is an insider look at the Beatles that rock music fans have been waiting for, for years.
Featuring Paul McCartney's Halftime Show
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Warner Home Video, the National Football League and NFL Films have joined forces to release the most anticipated DVD of the year.This exciting DVD allows fans to relive the incredible journey to Jacksonville by a team that has seen more championship seasons than any other team in sports so far this century. NFL Super Bowl XXXIX Champions, available for $17.49, contains three hours of non-stop action-packed footage including spectacular highlights from the regular season and playoffs, culminating with the Patriots' nail biting 24-21 defeat over the Philadelphia Eagles at the Super Bowl on February 6, 2005.
DVD Special Features include:
-- World Broadcast - Every play from the Super Bowl in the World TV broadcast featuring Dick Stockton and Daryl "Moose" Johnston.
-- Ameriquest Mortgage Super Bowl XXXIX Halftime Show - relive the halftime show featuring Paul McCartney
-- Media Day - Hear coaches and players comments on NFL Media Day, Tuesday before the big game.
-- Post-Game Sounds - Press conferences and post game interviews with the players and coaches.
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Liverpool Oratorio DVD includes a never released song sung by Paul called "In Liverpool!"
The Oratorio is coupled with "Ghosts of the Past" which was broadcast by the BBC shortly after the release of the Liverpool Oratorio and shows 'the making of' the work. The DVD also includes a unique program entitled 'Echoes' where Paul revisits his old school, which is now LIPA Liverpool Institute of the Performing Arts. The important feature on this DVD is that it includes Paul singing a song called 'In Liverpool' which has never before been released in any other way.
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"Each One Believing" is a revealing, access-all-areas account of life on the road with Paul McCartney. Filled with photographs never before published and insider details, Each One Believing takes you behind the scenes for an exclusive look into a private world. Based on Paul McCartney's most celebrated tour since The Beatles, it weaves Paul's own personal reflections -- along with those of his wife, Heather, his band, and his crew -- together with hundreds of dynamic images by the tour's official photographer, Bill Bernstein, showing both Paul's public appearances and the quiet, one-on-one moments. What drives him to perform? What does it feel like to sing the songs that have touched so many of our lives? This remarkable journey takes us from New York in the days following 9/11, when Paul wrote "Freedom"; across North America, Europe, and Japan; to his historic show in Moscow's Red Square, "because, having written 'Back in the USSR', I wanted to go there and play that."
Poignant and candid, funny and illuminating, "Each One Believing" is a road trip unlike any other.
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Produced and hosted by former Beatle, Paul McCartney, this video is the most complete collection of Buddy Holly material, featuring interviews with family and friends, rare film clips and unreleased performance footage.
This revealing program examines the mystique surrounding one of the most appealing public figures in mid-century America. The songs that Buddy Holly and the Crickets recorded That'll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, Oh Boy, Rave One are classics, as fresh and exciting today as when they were released in the 1950's.
His genius came early, but his voice was forever silenced on February 3rd, 1959 when he was killed in a tragic airplane crash along with Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. The Real Buddy Holly Story is the true-life chronicle of an American pop icon.
Includes rare performances and Paul McCartney performs several of Buddy Holly's songs.
"The Paul McCartney Encyclopedia" by Bill Harry is the most comprehensive book published on Paul McCartney (Book)
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Best selling author and Beatles expert Bill Harry has written an A-Z of over half a million words that will tell you everything you might want to know about one of the greatest songwriters of the twentieth century.
With almost 2000 entries covering his family history, his love affairs, his opinions about drugs, his songs, records, concerts and honours bestowed upon him, together with a full discography and bibliography, this book is packed with new material and unique insights into the life of Paul McCartney.
Taking in his many love affairs, from Linda to Heather Mills, his passion for animals and his fights for their welfare, his many charitable contributions and care for those less fortunate in society, this is an encyclopedia of all things McCartney. It covers his opinions about drugs and his various drug busts, his family history from birth, plus his songs, records, friends, concerts, schools, homes and the honors bestowed on him, together with a discography, bibliography and chronology. It tries to answer questions like why he decided to dissolve the Beatles, what life was like behind bars in Japan, the truth about his relationship with Yoko Ono, as well as examining why his former council house has become a shrine and how the relationships with John and George developed.
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Choosing a compassionate lifestyle that makes you feel good and positively impacts on the environment and on animals has never been easier. In this practical and accessible handbook, loaded with resources for all products that are mentioned, Ingrid Newkirk president of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), presents fabulous options that will not only enhance your life, but those of your neighbors, your community, animals, and the earth itself.From comfortable home furnishings, to delicious foods, to fashionable clothing there are a myriad of choices to be made that can have a lasting positive effect on the well-being of animals and the environment.
Paul McCartney writes in the foreword about the turning point in his attitude towards food, "I was sitting with Linda eating a dinner of roast lamb and watching the sheep that lived in the field outside our window."Seeing the lambs running up and down the field with such joy made us question the wisdom of eating such beautiful creatures."
This is a re-release of the orginal "Get Back" video (VHS) released in 1991.
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His Magical Tour Is Now A Motion Picture...The legendary performer's triumphant return to the world stage. McCartney's first world tour in 13 years. Features 22 complete live musical performances. All-time favorites from the Beatles era and his latest smash mega hits.
Filmed before sell-out crowds in 45 cities in 13 countries - including the Guiness record for the largest audience ever to see a solo performance: 18,368 in Rio de Janeiro.
Languages: English (Dolby Digital Surround) (Dolby Digital Stereo)
Paul McCartney - Put It There (DVD - US and Canada) Available as 'used' only
Paul McCartney - Put It There (DVD - UK, Japan and Europe - Region 2 PAL)
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Focusing on the making of the Flowers In the Dirt album, "Put It There" features a combination of interview footage, full renditions and segments of some 23 songs, this brand new version contains 20 minutes of unseen footage and four extra tracks. It also includes songs from every phase of Paul McCartney's career; from his rock 'n' roll roots, through his years with the Beatles and Wings, his collaboration with artists such as Elvis Costello to his solo work.
Featured tracks include such all-time classics as Fool on the Hill, The Long and Winding Road, Lucille and Let It Be. In addition to the music, McCartney's candid comments on everything from the Beatles to his music and his band to his concerns for the environment, reveal a whole new side to the musical legend.
Aiding the superstar is a brilliant line-up including ex Average White band member Hamish Stuart (guitar, bass, vocals); the late Linda McCartney (keyboards, vocals); ex-Pretenders Robbie McIntosh (lead guitar, vocals); Chris Whitten (drums) and top session keyboard player, Paul 'Wix' Wickens. McCartney is also joined by Elvis Costello on My Brave Face and by Trevor Horn.
Track Listing : - C Moon - My Brave Face - Rough Ride - Figure Of Eight - Fool On The Hill - The Things We Said Today - I Saw Her Standing There - The Long An Widing Road - How Many People - That Day Is Done - This One - Put It There - Hello Goodbye - Twenty Flight Rock - Just Because - Summertime - Lucille - Ain't That A Shame - Distractions - Party Party - Let It Be.
"Can't Buy Me Lunch" The Rutles 2 (DVD US & Canada)
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Release date March 1, 2005
The Pre-Fab 2: Can't Buy Me Lunch. A welcome sequel to Monty Python star Idle's 1978 mockumentary The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash, Can't Buy Me Lunch looks back on the mythical Liverpool quartet's long and winding road. Meet anew the group's caustic leader Ron Nasty (Neil Innes), cute bassist Dirk McQuickley (Idle), quiet guitarist Stig O'Hara (Rikki Fataar), and lovable drummer Barry Womble (John Halsey) as they sprint from the Cavern Club through "A Hard Day's Rut," "Tragical History Tour" and beyond.
Krammerhead combines new celebrity interviews (Conan O'Brien, Tom Hanks, Bonnie Raitt) with re-edited footage and outtakes from the first film, and while the result isn't as sharp or urgent as Idle's original parody, Can't Buy Me Lunch has many funny moments and good inside jokes for Beatles enthusiasts.
Four are back, and severely earnest television journalist S.J. Krammerhead (Eric Idle) is hot on their story once again in The Rutles.
DVD Special Features:
* Additional interviews
* Extensive deleted scenes
* Never-before-seen alternate ending
* Bonus "Easter egg"
* Running time: 56 minutes
"Paul Is Live in Concert on the New World Tour" (DVD US & Canada)
A documentary of his 1993 world tour, first released in 1993 on VHS
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TRACK LISTING:
01. Drive My Car, 02. Let Me Roll It, 03. Looking For Changes, 04. Peace in The Neighbourhood, 05. All My Loving, 06. Good Rockin' Tonight, 07. We Can Work It Out, 08. Hope Of Deliverance, 09. Michelle, 10. Biker, Like An Icon, 11. Here, There and Everywhere, 12. Magical Mystery Tour, 13. C'mon People, 14. Lady Madonna, 15. Paperback Writer, 16. Penny Lane, 17. Live And Let Die, 18. Kansas City, 19. Let It Be, 20. Yesterday, 21. Hey Jude
Approx. runtime: 88 mins.
Special features: Photo gallery, Biographies, Rare McCartney family footage
Audio channels: Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0Following the success of the Beatles 'Anthology', Paul McCartney's 'Wingspan' and his 'Back In The USA Concert Film', Rounder/Liberty International Entertainment will release PAUL IS LIVE, concert performances from Paul McCartney's famed "New World Tour" - on DVD.
Fans of Paul McCartney and the Beatles will cherish this timeless "New World Tour" package, available August 12, 2003 for the first time on DVD, with concert footage remixed & remastered in 5.1 Dolby® Digital Surround Sound.
Captured live from McCartney's last celebrated world tour, this DVD features over 20 McCartney, Wings & Beatles classics such as: "Michelle", "Good Rockin' Tonight" & "Hey Jude" plus impromptu and non-concert music segments.
Rare Paul McCartney family footage (check it out after the concert chapters and credits), showing Paul as dad, husband and talented musician, is priceless. A biography, photo gallery and Sir Paul's humanitarian message to the world make this DVD a must for every fan's collection.
This classic DVD package also features spontaneous backstage footage of Paul with his band, including Linda McCartney (in her last concert with Paul), Robbie Macintosh, Hamish Stewart, Wix Wickens and Blair Cunningham.
Offering favored Dolby® Headphone technology, this DVD is "Good Rockin'...".
A video montage at the end candidly reveals Paul's passion to abolish animal cruelty and amplifies his creed towards "respect for all fellow species on this planet."
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In the fall of 1969, the story seemed to come out of nowhwere. Was Beatle Paul McCartney dead?
This was no ordinary death rumor. It was believed that McCartney had died years earlier and been replaced by a lookalike. What's more, the surviving Beatles were thought to have planted "clues" to his death on their record albums."Paul-Is-Dead" mania swept the United States as people attempted to solve the riddle of Paul's alleged demise.How did this happen? Beatles scholar and journalist Andru J. Reeve has gotten to the bottom of this intrigue. After years of research, Reeve has assembled "Turn Me On, Dead Man" to tell the strangest tale ever told in the history of rock 'n' roll.
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A must for every Paul McCartney fan, this terrific collection contains full-page photos and 47 of McCartney's best songs.
Includes: Band on the Run * C'mon People * Ebony and Ivory * Jet * Let 'Em In * Listen to What the Man Said * No More Lonely Nights * Say, Say, Say * Silly Love Songs * Take It Away * With a Little Luck * So Bad * Coming Up *Pipes of Peace * and more. Arranged for piano, voice and guitar.
"Acoustic" John Lennon (Audio CD)
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John Lennon was celebrated for the ornate and avant-garde adornments he brought to the Beatles, but he also at times responded to a powerful impulse to strip his music to its raw essence. Indeed, Lennon would have flourished in the unplugged era, when the nakedness of his best lyrics and the cutting directness of his astonishing voice would have been in the fore.
Since John never got around to doing an acoustic collection, the task has fallen to Yoko Ono, who's pulled together 16 skeletal Lennon tracks, including seven previously unreleased selections. Of particular note are riveting newly surfaced Plastic Ono Band demos of "Well Well Well," "God," and "My Mummy's Dead," and a harsher-than-the-electric version of "Cold Turkey." Three early '70s live recordings and a smattering of later demos flesh out the collection. The booklet includes lyrics, tablature, and chord diagrams, though the liner notes are unfortunately skimpy.
The CD collection comes with a chord chart that shows where to place your fingers on the frets of a guitar so you can play along with the album.Track Listings
1. Love (Acoustic)
2. Working Class Hero (Acoustic)
3. Well Well Well (Acoustic)
4. Look at Me (Acoustic)
5. God (Acoustic)
6. My Mummy's Dead (Acoustic)
7. Cold Turkey (Acoustic)
8. I'm a Man (Acoustic)
9. Luck of the Irish (Live) (Acoustic)
10. John Sinclair (Live) (Acoustic)
11. Woman is the Nigger of the World (Acoustic)
12. What You Got (Acoustic)
13. Watching the Wheels (Acoustic)
14. Dear Yoko (Acoustic)
15. Real Love (Acoustic)
16. Imagine (Live) (Acoustic)
17. It's Real (Acoustic)
Rock N Roll - John Lennon (Extra Tracks) Remastered (Audio CD)
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Digitally Remastered Edition - John Lennon's 1975 Tribute to Some of his Rock N Roll Heroes Including Chuck Berry, Gene Vincent, Fats Domino, Little Richard, Ben E. King, Larry Williams and Buddy Holly. This re-release has been remixed and remastered for the Digital Media and now includes four bonus tracks that didn't appear on the original edition.
Track Listings
1. Be Bop a Lula Listen
2. Stand by Me Listen
3. Rip It Up/Ready Teddy (Medley)
4. You Can't Catch Me
5. Ain't That a Shame
6. Do You Wanna Dance?
7. Sweet Little Sixteen
8. Slippin' and Slidin'
9. Peggy Sue
10. Bring It on Home/Send Me Some Loving (Medley)
11. Boney Moronie
12. Ya Ya
13. Just Because
14. Angel Baby (From Menlove Avenue, Not Remixed)
15. To Know Her Is to Love Her (From Menlove Avenue, Not Remixed)
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BEATLES '65- Limited edition Box Set
- Each album has it's own disc with BOTH Mono & Stereo mixes.
- Compiled from the original stereo & mono master tapes, using custom valve playback-Many songs available for the first time in true stereo
-Special 60-page booklet written by Mark Lewishon
-Premium longbox package features 2 boxes joined by creased hinge encased by O-card (1 box contains the discs, the other has the hardcover book)
-There will be "a massive press campaign across all media strata" as well as TV-related entertainment and news programs. A promotional video will be serviced to video outlets (MTV, VH1 etc..)
20 YEARS AFTER THE FROG SONG PAUL McCARTNEY is to release his first single for children in 20 years - recording a flipside to the "Frog Song." A limited edition single will be issued by EMI Records on September 20th in the UK. The CD will feature "Tropic Island Hum" along with the original recording of "We All Stand Together," to mark the 20th anniversary of the long-ago deleted amphibian anthem.
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The Beatles "Yellow Submarine" (childrens' book)
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This 40-page book illustrated book contains reproductions from the film. The book design is by Fiona Andreanelli based on artwork by Heinz Edelmann, the artist who created "Yellow Submarine" film animation.
The animated classic -- now in a spectacular picture book!Once upon a time (or maybe twice), some 80,000 leagues beneath the sea, there lay a colorful land of song and laughter called Pepperland, where Sergeant Pepper's Band was always playing your song -- until the Blue Meanies burst on the scene and chased all the music and magic away. So began the classic 1968 film Yellow Submarine, inspired by a song and hailed as an avant-garde amalgam of pop art, Beatles music, and highly innovative animation. Now that film's dazzling images -- and its lighthearted, witty tale -- is showcased in a glorious picture book sure to be savored by fans of all ages.
Check out the new "Yellow Submarine" Web page at Beatles.com
"Gettin' In Over My Head" by Brian Wilson (Audio CD)
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Brian Wilson Returns With First New Studio Album in Six Years. "Gettin' In Over My Head" features guest appearances by Eric Clapton, Elton John, Paul McCartney, and Carl Wilson.
The album features a duet with Paul McCartney on the song "A Friend Like You" and guest appearances by Eric Clapton, Elton John and Carl Wilson.
"Paul McCartney: Now and Then" by Tony Barrow and Robin Bextor (Book)
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In this book, Paul McCartney - the most prolific member of the Beatles, founder of Wings, enduring solo artist of the '80s, '90s, and beyond, speaks in his own words of his private life, of his life as a singer, musician, composer, and businessman, of how the greatest band in the world came to be, and how and why they broke up.
"Paul McCartney Now and Then" is the inside story from the man himself. Complimented throughout by a selection of rare photography shot over a career spanning more than four decades. Robin Bextor is a well-known documentary film maker and writer who has formed a close relationship with Paul McCartney over the years. Tony Barrow was the head of the Beatles' former Press Office. He is the editor of the book. Both live in London, England.
"Paul McCartney: Music and Animation Collection" (DVD North America and Canada)
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This collection features, "Tuesday," "Tropic Island Hum" and "Rupert and the Frog Song."
McCartney worked with long-time collaborator Geoff Dunbar to create additional special effects in order to enhance the animation. In addition, newly recorded live-action footage -- featuring McCartney himself -- will be included.CONTAINS EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH PAUL McCARTNEY
This special DVD includes three classic children's stories magically brought to life through classic animation and the original music of Paul McCartney. Presented in collectible packaging and loaded with bonus features, including an exclusive interview with Paul as well as never-before-seen footage taken from behind the scenes, this musical collection of enchanting animated tales will provide hours of enjoyment for the entire family, and is a must-have for Paul McCartney fans of all ages.
This collector's item edition is loaded with original songs (including the award-winning song "We All Stand Together") and music from Paul. It includes three magical, animated tales produced by Paul McCartney: "Tropic Island Hum," "Tuesday," and "Rupert And The Frog Song."
Bonus DVD Materials· Exclusive Interview - Paul McCartney Talks About The Animation Collection
· The Making of "Tropic Island Hum"
· "Tropical Island Hum" Layouts and Storyboards
· The Making of "Tuesday"
· "Tuesday" Line Test and Storyboards
· "Rupert And The Frog Song" Line Tests
"Give My Regards to Broad Street" (DVD - US & Canada Only) $10.49
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Paul McCartney's 1984 film, "Give My Regards to Broad Street" has been released for the first time on DVD. Unique to this remastered version is a separate full screen version with the original theatrical aspect ratios in tact and a trailer.
An engaging musical fantasy about a famous rock star who discovers that the master tapes from his latest album have been stolen. During his frantic search, a number of popular songs are performed, including "Yesterday," "Here, There and Everywhere," and "Eleanor Rigby."A musician races to retrieve his stolen master tapes before mean businessmen seize control of his record company.
CLICK LINK TO ORDER !!!Whenever John, Paul, or George went on a trip, they would send Ringo a postcard. Now, for the first time, Ringo Starr is opening his private archive to share this delightful and very intimate correspondence.
Whether it's John advising Ringo to record a "great & simple" song like Blondie's "Heart of Glass," Paul and Jane Asher dropping a note from Rishikesh to report on their meditation lessons with the Maharishi, or George writing from the Great Barrier Reef to confirm plans for Christmas dinner, each postcard is a warm and personal snapshot of life in (and after) The Beatles. The 51 postcards -- many of which are covered in whimsical drawings -- are colorfully reproduced, both front and back. Ringo's droll commentary fills in the blanks, though he does confess that at times he had to consult the Internet for details! Often funny, occasionally bittersweet, and always revealing, "Postcards from the Boys" is a must for Beatles lovers.
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Ringo Starr was the genuine working-class member of the Beatles. Born in abject poverty in a tiny terraced house in Liverpool's Dingle, deserted by his father, he suffered years of illness and hospitalization which affected his schoolwork. When he returned to the school to receive a reference, they didn't even know who he was! With a set of drums bought for him by his stepfather, he taught himself to play and soon became one of the most acclaimed drummers in Liverpool as the famed 'Mersey Sound' was being created. As a member of Rory Storm and the Hurricanes, a group billed above the Beatles, he first appeared with the Fab Four in Hamburg during a recording session. He accepted the drum seat with Kingsize Taylor and the Dominoes, but decided to join the Beatles instead when they offered him £5 a week more!
Ringo didn't have the conventional handsome looks, but such an engaging personality and sense of humor, that he became the most popular member of the Beatles in America during the heyday of the 'British Invasion', the subject of numerous tribute records, some of which touted 'Ringo For President!'
Ringo Star & his All-Starr Band - TOUR 2003 DVD (Region US & Canada)
Ringo Star & his All-Starr Band - TOUR 2003 DVD (Region 2 - PAL)
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Fronting his eighth All-Starr Band, the cheerful singer and drummer brought new direction to a concept that's served him well since 1989. Filmed live at Casino Rama in Toronto, Canada - All Starr 2003 members are John Waite (The Babys, Bad English), Colin Hay (Men at Work), Paul Carrack (Squeeze, Mike & The Mechanics), Sheila E. (Prince), Mark Rivera (Billy Joel.)
During this summer 2003 tour, Ringo Starr allowed a cameraman to follow him and the All-Starrs throughout the course of their travels for the first time ever! This DVD is your ticket to an unscripted, uncensored and unprecedented look at a Rock Legend at work -and at play, behind-the-scenes footage brings you up close and personal with the boys - and girl - in the band.
Join in with Ringo as he gets a little help from his friends on classics like Honey Don't, Boys and Yellow Submarine! Plus, experience an All-Starr take on 80s Hits like Mike & The Mechanics' graceful Living Years, Sheila E.'s funk-pop Glamorous Life and Men At Work's cult favorite Down Under.
CLICK LINK TO ORDER !!!Recorded in July of '03, "Tour 2003" features 70 minutes of material culled from the Casino Rama show in Canada. It includes some of Ringo's hits -- "It Don't Come Easy," "Yellow Submarine," Don't Pass Me By," and others. In addition, each of the guest musicians steps out on their own with an eclectic array of tunes that includes chart toppers like "Missing You," "Who Can It Be Now," "Glamorous Life," "Living Years" and much more.
TRACK LISTING:
1. It Don't Come Easy 2. Honey Don't 3. Memphis In Your Mind 4. How Long (w/ Paul Carrack) 5. Down Under (w/ Colin Hay) 6. When I See You Smile (w/ John Waite) 7. Love Bizarre (w/ Sheila E.) 8. Boys 9. Don't Pass Me By 10. Yellow Submarine 11. Living Years (w/ Paul Carrack) 12. Missing You (w/ John Waite) 13. Glamorous Life (w/ Sheila E.) 14. I Wanna Be Your Man 15. Who Can It Be Now (w/ Colin Hay) 16. With A Little Help From My Friends
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In this captivating cultural history, Martin Goldsmith recreates the excitement of that first Beatles visit, which came less than three months after the tragedy of President Kennedy's assassination, and explains how four lads from Liverpool came together to create a sound and a style that would win America's heart.
From the roots of John and Paul's songwriting partnership and the band's first Liverpool appearances to their grueling Hamburg apprenticeship and their climb to the top of the British charts, Goldsmith brings to life the hardships, hard work, and joy that made the Beatles' music without parallel in the twentieth century. He describes the initial difficulty they had getting their records released in Americauntil "I Want to Hold Your Hand" took off when a British copy was smuggled to a DJ in Washington, D.C. And he tells the story of the Beatles' most resounding American triumphtheir unforgettable first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, an event that drew 73.9 million viewers, at the time the largest audience in television history.Engagingly written, thoroughly researched, and embellished with personal recollections and trenchant reflections, The Beatles Come to America recounts a magical and important time in our nation's history. Whether you've loved the Beatles for forty years or are meeting them anew, a splendid time is guaranteed for all.
"Once There Was A Way: Photographs of the Beatles" by Harry Benson (Book)
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The Beatles are always in the news and in our hearts. February 2004 marks the 40th anniversary of the Beatles' first trip to America, an historic event that was captured by the young photojournalist Harry Benson.Benson was commissioned to accompany the Beatles to Paris in January 1964, where he took his famous photograph of the pillow fight the night they learned that "I Want to Hold Your Hand" had climbed to number one on the U.S. pop charts. He was with them on February 7, when they stepped out of their plane in New York and into the pandemonium of Beatlemania, American-style.
In Miami, he introduced the Beatles to Muhammad Ali, and later that year he covered the filming of "A Hard Day's Night."
He was with them in Chicago in 1966, when John Lennon was quoted as saying that the Beatles were more famous than Jesus Christ, and covered their last tour as a band.
He documented the eye of the hurricane: four guys in their twenties at the center of the known universe.
"The Beatles in Rishikesh" by Paul Saltzman (Hardcover Book)
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A rare photographic portrait of the world's greatest bandWhen the Beatles first incorporated an Indian string instrument called the sitar in the first notes of their classic song Norwegian Wood, they would forever change the sound and direction of pop music. They were beginning a love affair with Indian mysticism and music that would take them on a historic pilgrimage to the ashram of the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.
"The Beatles in Rishikesh" is photographer Paul Saltzman's unique and beautiful record of his historic meeting with Lennon, McCartney, Harrison, and Starr at this special moment in their musical and personal lives.Because no professional photographers were allowed in the ashram, Saltzman has captured the only quality photographs of the band during this time period. Featuring 75 original, previously unpublished photographs as well as personal anecdotes of encounters with the hip and beautiful personalities of the 1960s who visited the ashram such as Mia Farrow, Donovan, and Mike Love of the Beach Boys, The Beatles in Rishikesh is an exclusive and intimate look at the world's most influential band. It is the perfect gift book for Beatles fans, pop music aficionados, and anyone fascinated by this historic moment in music.
"Blackbird Singing" Poems and lyrics by Paul McCartney (Hardcover Book)
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To actually read Paul McCartney's poems, whether exuberant love ballads or poignant messages of deepest grief, is to revel in the sheer power of language and to appreciate the electrifying confluence of dream and song. His words are as pure and magical as we remember them. Here, in his first collection of poems and lyrics, McCartney emerges with a dreamlike yet thoroughly mature voice that confirms his stature as one of the most original and best-loved poets of our time.
Inspired by his late wife, Linda McCartney, "Blackbird Singing" gives us extraordinary access to the inner life of one of the most influential figures of twentieth-century culture. Whether commenting on the strange unpredictability of life ("Little Willow") or the heinous folly of nuclear weapons ("Chasing the Cherry"), no one is more able than McCartney to use language to soar above the selfishness and intolerance that can bring us down. The poems here demonstrate, against an acknowledgment of the solitariness of existence, an irrepressible belief in the power of words and music "to take a sad song and make it better."
"The Dark Horse Years, 1976 1992" (Box Set) George Harrison (Audio CDs with bonus DVD)
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Album Description
Box set includes six CDs: "Thirty Three & 1/3," "George Harrison," "Somewhere In England," "Gone Troppo," "Cloud Nine," and "Live In Japan" (SACD). Also includes "The Dark Horse Years" exclusive DVD, available only as part of this set. Includes 24-page booklet.DVD running time: 89 minutes, includes Dark Horse Feature, promo videos, previously unreleased live footage, and selections from the movie "Shanghai Surprise."
Sound: Stereo except four concert pieces which are in 5.1 surround sound, in both Dolby Digital and DTS formats.
DVD TRACKLISTINGS: 1. Dark Horse Feature 2. This Song 3. Crackerbox Palace 4. Faster 5. Got My Mind Set On You - Version I 6. Got My Mind Set On You - Version II 7. When We Was Fab 8. This Is Love 9. Taxman (from Live In Japan) 10. Cloud 9 (from Live In Japan) 11. Devil's Radio (from Live In Japan) 12. Cheer Down (from Live In Japan) 13. Shanghai Surprise 14. Someplace Else 15. Hottest Gong In Town
"Beatles First US Visit" (DVD US & Canada only)
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APPLE CORPS PRESS OFFICE -- Official Press ReleaseNEW DVD REVEALS THE INSIDE STORY OF THE BEATLES FIRST U.S. VISIT
The only film revealing the inside story of The Beatles conquest of America is to be released next month (February) on a new DVD to mark the anniversary of the birth of Beatlemania in the USA.
"The Beatles First US Visit " DVD, which includes never-seen-before footage, chronicles the remarkable two weeks in February 1964 that began America's still-enduring love affair with the group.
The film of the frantic fortnight records the hysterical reaction to The Beatles US debut in a documentary that was the real-life inspiration for the Beatles movie "A Hard Day's Night." Closely shot at the shoulders of John, Paul, George and Ringo by the pioneering Maysles Brothers, "The First US Visit "innovated intimate film-making that set a benchmark for rock and roll cinematography.
Albert and David Maysles were granted all-areas access the like of which is now unknown, filming The Beatles in the eye of their own hurricane as the band besotted America and lifted the nation from its gloom in the wake of President John Kennedy's assassination.
"The First US Visit" will be released by Apple Corps/Capitol Records on February 3rd in the USA and by Apple Corps/EMI Records on February 9th in the UK and rest of the world. The DVD release will follow exclusive theatrical premieres in New York, Los Angeles and London.
The Maysles film captures the manic moments from when thousands of fans greeted The Beatles as Pan Am Flt.101 touched down in New York on February 7th and sparked a two-week frenzy.
BEATLES FIRST US VISIT 2
As The Beatles became the first British act to conquer America - with "I Want To Hold Your Hand" at No.1 in the US charts - the Maysles Brothers shadowed the band off-guard and off-duty in dressing rooms, hotels and night clubs, at photo-sessions and press conferences, travelling together in limos and on trains as the then-wide-eyed lads from Liverpool sped from New York to Washington and Miami revelling in the wild reception to their first US trip.
Besides the revealing footage of The Beatles offstage, the DVD also features their first concert at The Washington Coliseum and their three historic performances on The Ed Sullivan Show - including the seminal night of February 9th when the band first exploded into the homes of a then-world record 73 million TV viewers.
Beatles performances on the DVD include "All My Loving," "Till There Was You," "She Loves You," "From Me To You," "This Boy," "Twist And Shout," "Please Please Me," "I Saw Her Standing There," "I Wanna Be Your Man" and the hit that began it all for America, "I Want To Hold Your Hand. "
The original black and white film - which was first shown on US and UK TV in 1964 as a 40-minute program - has been re-graded and the sound re-mastered for the new 80-minute version. The DVD also includes a 50-minute "Making Of The Beatles First US Visit," featuring footage that has never been seen before. The DVD also includes a new and revealing interview with cameraman Albert Maysles.
Subtitled in nine languages, The Beatles First US Visit DVD chronicles one of the greatest cultural events of the 20th Century and is a permanent record for generations who still remember where they were when the legend began.
Live in Japan - George Harrsion (Audio CDs)
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Dark Horse Records, the record label started by George Harrison, is planning to release their first 5.1 Surround Sound Super Audio CD. As a hybrid SACD, it will feature SACD Surround Sound, SACD Stereo and CD Stereo versions of the music on the album. Distribution will be handled by EMI.Live in Japan
The initial release will be a 2-disc set entitled "Live in Japan". It features live performances of 19 of Harrison's hits as both a solo artist and as a member of the Beatles. The concert from 1991 also features several guest musicians including Eric Clapton and Andy Fairweather Low.
Track Listings
Disc: 1
1. I Want to Tell You 2. Old Brown Shoe 3. Taxman 4. Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth) 5. If I Needed Someone 6. Something 7. What Is Life 8. Dark Horse 9. Piggies 10. Got My Mind SetDisc: 2
1. Cloud 9 2. Here Comes the Sun 3. My Sweet Lord 4. All Those Years Ago 5. Cheer Down 6. Devil's Radio 7. Isn't It a Pity 8. While My Guitar Gently Weeps 9. Roll over Beethoven
"The Beatles Are Coming! The Birth of Beatlemania in America," by Bruce Spizer (Book)
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"The Beatles Are Coming!" is the fifth book by Beatles author/historian Bruce Spizer. The book covers the Beatles first visit to the United States and the events leading up to the group's arrival on February 7, 1964. The book is 246 pages and contains over 450 images, including over 50 previously unpublished photos of the Beatles and never-seen-before documents.The Beatles Are Coming! is the most thorough and accurate book ever published on how Beatlemania evolved in America. It details why Capitol Records turned the group down four times before finally agreeing in late November, 1963, to release the Beatles records. It tells the stories of two small record labels, Vee-Jay and Swan, who issued the group's records without success in 1963. It details the American media coverage of the Beatles in late 1963, when Beatlemania was viewed as a curious fad happening in England that could never catch on in the United States. It explains how the Beatles were booked for appearances on The Jack Paar Program and The Ed Sullivan Show, as well as two concerts at Carnegie Hall. The book concludes with stories and pictures of the Beatles historic first U.S. visit in February, 1964.
In researching the project, the author reviewed hundreds of documents, magazines, and pictures as well as television news stories from 1963 and 1964. His interview subjects included influential newsmen such as Walter Cronkite, who wrote the foreword ot the book, and Edwin Newman, staff members of The Ed Sullivan Show, former president of Capitol Records Alan Livingston, employees of Carnegie Hall and numerous others with first-hand memories.
"Harrison" by Rolling Stone - Foreword by Olivia Harrison (Book)
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George Harrison once half-jokingly referred to himself as an "economy-class Beatle." Many music fans and writers took that label to heart, recasting Harrison as little more than a serviceable sideman. Harrison's death last year has prompted a reevaluation of his contributions to his former band's artistry, as well as his often dismissed solo career.
Rolling Stone magazine does its part with this tribute, which includes a lengthy biographical essay, reprints of Harrison interviews and articles dating from 1968 to 1987, an annotated discography, and eulogies by Bob Dylan, Yoko Ono, Elton John, Mick Jagger, and Keith Richards. The text was put together by some of the magazine's most accomplished writers, with Harrison's widow, Olivia, supplying the foreword. It is pleasing enough, but the book really triumphs with its wealth of stunning, career-spanning photographs many of which have seldom or never been seen. Occasionally, the writers unnecessarily revise history in Harrison's favor. Also, the haste in preparing the book is evident in incorrect photo captions, some amateurish misspellings, and the perpetuation of debunked myths. On the flip side, there are many insightful and moving moments, and ultimately the book succeeds in giving Harrison just recognition for his innovations and unswerving artistic integrity.
"Behind Sad Eyes: The Life of George Harrison" by Marc Shapiro (Book)
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Shrouded in a sea of mystery, the elusive George Harrison has long been the most private and enigmatic member of the Beatles. From his hard knock childhood in Liverpool to his ascendance into rock infamy, George Harrison's life has been a torpid ride filled with legendary success and heart crushing defeat.
New York Times bestselling author Marc Shapiro sheds new light on this paradoxical rocker, whose reputation for unusual religious practices and drug abuse often rivaled his musical notoriety.
A man whose desire was to be free rather than be famous, Harrison's battle against conformity lead him to music making, a soulful and creative expression that would be his ticket to success and the bane of his existence. Behind Sad Eyes is the compelling account of a man who gave the Beatles their lyrical playing style and brought solace to a generation during turbulent times.
"I, Me, Mine" by George Harrison (US Hardcover Book)
"I, Me Mine" (UK Paperback)
"I, Me, Mine" (UK Hardcover)
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Originally published in 1980 and cherished by fans and collectors, "I, Me, Mine" is the closest we will come to George Harrison's autobiography. It is "a sly paradox of a title," to quote Derek Taylor, The Beatles' spokesperson, "chosen by a man concerned for many years and for many reasons to send his ego packing...a book which tells a story of growing up, not necessarily the hard way, but certainly not the easy way."
Featuring George Harrison in conversation with Taylor, it touches on everything from early Beatlemania to India and Ravi Shankar to his love of gardening. The lyrics to over 80 of his songs, many in his own hand, are accompanied by his uniquely intimate and humorous commentary. As well, 50 archival photographs of George with the Beatles and solo capture a journey of creative and spiritual transformation.
Brimming with the wit, warmth, and grace that characterized his lyrics and his life, "I, Me, Mine" is a treasured portrait of George Harrison and his music."Let It Be... NAKED" The Beatles (Audio CD) 2 Discs
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At last revealed - The Beatles album that has taken more than 30 years to finish, "Let It Be...Naked," just the bare sound of the band inside The Beatles."Let It Be...Naked" is the no frills, back-to-basics album that The Beatles first set out to make back in 1969 - but which was never released as they intended, the band back to the bone.
Now, through the smart digital technology of Abbey Road studios, the never-heard band's take of the original sessions will be finally released worldwide by EMI Records in November.
Naked is "Let It Be" brought right up to now for the "1 Generation," de-mixed and re-mixed, un-dubbed of orchestration, choirs and effects and stripped-back to the raw to reveal The Beatles simply as what they were very best at being just a great band.
"If we'd have had today's technology back then, it would sound like this because this is the noise we made in the studio," said Paul McCartney "It's all exactly as it was in the room. You're right there now."
"When I first heard it, it was really uplifting. It took you back again to the times when we were this band, the Beatle band," said Ringo Starr.
When The Beatles first set out to make the album in 1969, they intended to record an album that would be a return to live performance of just the bare necessities of the band, no studio effects or overdubbing of voices or instruments would be allowed. However, caught in the turmoil of the break-up of the band, the album was re-produced by Phil Spector and never released as The Beatles had originally meant it to sound. Until now."Let It Be...Naked's" track listing differs from the 1970 release; background dialogue, "Dig It" and "Maggie Mae" have been taken off the album and "Don't Let Me Down" has been added to the running order, which now is as follows: "Get Back," "Dig A Pony," "For You Blue," "The Long And Winding Road," "Two Of Us," "I've Got A Feeling," "One After 909," "Don't Let Me Down," "I Me Mine," "Across The Universe," "Let It Be."
"Let It Be...Naked" will be issued together with a bonus fly-on-the-wall disc that features extracts from tapes of The Beatles at the time of first making the "Let It Be" album and movie in the Sixties.
The 20-minute bonus disc is a unique insight into of The Beatles at work in rehearsal and in the studios in January 1969.
"Let It Be...Naked" will also come with a booklet that features historic photography of the recording sessions and extracts of band dialogue from the original booklet that first accompanied early copies of the 1970 album.
Released worldwide from November 17th, (November 18th in the US) "Let It Be...Naked" is the sound of The Beatles as nature intended; raw and rocking.
Track listings
1. Get Back
2. Dig A Pony
3. For You Blue
4. The Long And Winding Road
5. Two Of Us
6. I've Got A Feeling
7. One After 909
8. Don't Let Me Down
9. I Me Mine
10. Across The Universe
11. Let It Be
"Undressing Underwater" - Rusty Anderson (Audio CD)
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Featuring guest appearances by Paul McCartney and Stewart Copeland, Undressing Underwater shines the spotlight on the guitarist/singer/songwriter career of a consummate musician, who continues to break ground while working with some of the best of his peers.
Undressing Underwater showcases Anderson's musical background, which spins through Oscar-nominated and Grammy-winning work, from Paul McCartney, Perry Farrell and the Wallflowers, to Elton John, Joe Cocker and Sinead O'Connor. The ten songs on Undressing Underwater pair Anderson's vocal range with showcase of his talents, from rock guitar to hammered dulcimer and pedal steel.
Hurt Myself is the lead track, which is also the culmination of a childhood dream of playing with the Beatles, only in this case it's Paul McCartney playing on Rusty's own album, plus the rest of McCartney's touring band and producer David Kahne.
Anderson's background also includes a stint with Stewart Copeland and Stanley Clarke's Animal Logic, and over the years he and Stewart have continued working together. The former Police drummer returns the favor on rocker Catbox Beach.
"My house is filled with billions of cassettes, little scraps of paper and journals. Somehow these bits bonded together and became the CD," said Anderson. "Most of the recordings were done in between touring with Paul. In fact, the Hurt Myself session was booked in lightning speed, because after Paul said he wanted to record something, I realized we only had three days in LA before flying to Mexico City to play shows. The songs are mostly about facing one's demons and attempting to bottle them."
"Ed Sullivan Presents the Beatles" (DVD US & Canada)
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DVD Features:* Includes shows from February 9, February 16, and February 23, 1964, and September 12, 1965
* Restored original mono or Dolby 5.1
* Full-screen format
* Number of discs: 2
A great concept: The Beatles appeared four times on CBS' The Ed Sullivan Show, and while one is tempted to skip through this collection to watch only the Fab Four's 20 performances, there is historic value in seeing Sullivan's complete programs. With America reeling from the murder of a popular president, JFK, less than three months prior, the Beatles' Sullivan debut on February 9, 1964, ushered a renewing joy into the country's living rooms. The band kept it up another two weeks, sharing Sullivan's variety-show bills with the likes of impressionist Frank Gorshin, comedians Allen & Rossi, future Monkee Davy Jones (in a scene from Oliver!), and sundry unrepentant vaudevillians, magicians, and acrobats. Various problems with microphones and bad direction (one barely sees John Lennon on 2/9) couldn't stop the magic, and by the time the Beatles made a return trip in September 1965, the group's brilliance and wit outsized their television surrounding.
"Ringo Rama Deluxe" 3-Disc Set (Audio CDs including 70-minute DVD)
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Koch Entertainment is pleased to announce the re-release of "Ringo Rama Deluxe," Ringo Starr's first new studio album in over six years. Upon its release in March of 2003, the CD was universally hailed as one of the drummer's best studio albums in over two decades. Rolling Stone called it "his best work since 1973's hit-filled Ringo," and The New York Post proclaimed it "Ringo's best album since The Beatles shattered."
"Ringo Rama Deluxe" has been upgraded to include:
*Three new bonus tracks ("OK Ray," "I'm Home" and a re-mixed/re-mastered version of "Blink"
*A 40 minute interview disc
*A 70-minute DVD which includes the original "Ringo Rama" sessions with Eric Clapton, David Gilmour, Timothy B. Schmit, Shawn Colvin, The Roundheads.
*Plus 20 minutes of new footage from the making of the "Never Without You" video with extensive commentary by Ringo. The rarely seen video is also included and features a performance clip of Ringo and The Roundheads mixed-in with classic Beatles footage in this moving tribute to George Harrison.
"Ringo Rama Deluxe" will also feature completely re-vamped artwork and will come in a beautiful deluxe soft-digi- pack.
Bob Frank, President of KOCH Entertainment says, "This deluxe edition of Ringo Rama is truly a must for all Ringo fans. It's a multi-media extravaganza. Ringo has outdone himself once again with this beautiful album."
"Venus and Mars" (DTS Surround Sound - DVD format--AUDIO ONLY!!)
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This a Digital Surround Sound remix of the "Venus and Mars" album. It order to play this audio disc you will need a DVD player or a DVD-Audio player that has a DTS Decoder.DVD-Audio discs are playable on most DVD players as well as all DVD-Audio players.
Track listing:
1.Venus And Mars 2. Rock Show 3. Letting Go 4.You Gave Me The Answer 5. Love In Song 6. Magneto And Titanium Man 7. Venus And Mars-Reprise 8. Spirits Of Ancient Egypt 9. Call Me Back Again 10. Crossroads 11. Medicine Jar 12. Listen To What The Man Said 13. Treat Her Gently-Lonely Old People
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"Lennon Legend" DVD
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Never-before-seen footage of former Beatle John Lennon will highlight the DVD "Lennon Legend," executive produced by the artist's widow, Yoko Ono. The release will arrive Nov. 18 in North America via Capitol.The DVD is a companion to the 1998 "Lennon Legend" greatest hits album, which has sold 951,000 copies in the U.S., according to Nielsen SoundScan. In addition to rare newsreel and private footage from the Lennon/Ono archive, the DVD will feature 15 new and remastered music video clips, newly created animations of Lennon's drawings and an extensive photo gallery.
Material unearthed for the "Lennon Legend" DVD includes "Everybody Had a Hard Year" -- an excerpt from Lennon and Ono's "Film #6," a home movie made in December 1968. A rarely-seen live version of "Imagine" filmed at the 1975 "Salute to Lew Grade" concert was also found for the DVD, representing Lennon's final live performance before his murder in 1980.
Other videos on "Lennon Legend" include "Instant Karma!," "Mother," "Jealous Guy," "Power to the People," "Cold Turkey," "Mind Games" and "#9 Dream."
"Lennon Legend" by James Henke (Book)
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Presented in a handsome slipcase, "Lennon Legend" is both an illustrated and an interactive biography of the creative genius - songwriter, artist, social activist - who changed his times. Created with the cooperation of Yoko Ono Lennon, who has opened her archives for this project, the book offers insightful details about every era of John's life, from his early days at art school to the height of Beatlemania to "Imagine." A live recording of that song is included, along with several interviews of John talking about his life and art, on the audio CD contained in this package. The hour-long CD included with the book has Lennon talking about his work in his unmistakable combination of sly wit and engaging self-deprecation, a wonderful reminder of why John Lennon is still beloved more than 20 years after his murder.
Throughout, the book features archival photographs and reproductions of John's handwritten song lyrics, drawings, memorabilia, and personal papers. In all, 40 removable facsimiles can be enjoyed by the reader, several previously unpublished, including an intimate self-portrait in pen and ink and a plea for world peace. It's been said that John Lennon's was the voice of a generation. Lennon Legend celebrates that voice's power to resonate across the generations.
"Best of the Beatles Book" 1963 - 2003
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All the Beatles Monthlies have been put together in this wonderful 288 page book. The now defunct magazine started in 1963 and included rare photographs, entertaining stories about the band, candid interviews, letters from fans, and was sanctioned by the Beatles Official fanclub. When the magazine came to an end in the '80s they were reprinted with four new pages placed in such a way that when removed the 'original' magazine remained intact. The new pages reflected the current news about the Beatles as solo artists. The original and reprints are highly sought after by collectors.
"The Best of Ringo Starr : The Christmas Collection : 20th Century Masters" (Audio CD)
Remastered re-release of Ringo's "I Wanna Be Santa Claus" 1999 CD.
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Ringo is the only member of the Fab Four to release an album of holiday music and, if this 12-song collection is any indication, Richard Starkey has certainly found his niche. This elegantly sparse production finds Ringo re-roasting old chestnuts such as "Winter Wonderland" and "White Christmas" with his zany, playful, rollicking sense of humor. Jazzy flourishes, rockabilly piano, and Scottish bagpipes go a long way toward lifting these classics out of mothballs. And the skinbeater in him makes "The Little Drummer Boy" irresistible. Even better are the six songs he and Mark Hudson (of the Hudson Brothers) penned for the disc, especially the sophisticated "Christmas Eve," which conjures up the ghost of Cole Porter. Aerosmith's Joe Perry provides soaring guitar work on two cuts, while former Eagle Timothy B. Schmit provides candy-cane sweet vocals throughout. As an added treat, Ringo covers the Beatles' "Christmas Time is Here Again."
"The George Harrison Encyclopedia" by Bill Harry (Book)
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The encyclopedia is the most comprehensive book written on George Harrison.
Following the A - Z format Bill Harry has adopted so successfully for his other Beatles encyclopedias he provides an exhaustive list of entries covering the people, the places,the recordings, the event, the individual concerts, tours television and radio appearances, filmtography, chronology, discography and bibiiography for the life of George Harrison.
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"Concert for George" DVD (2-DVDs)
"Concert for George CD" (2-CDs Audio only)
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Performances by Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr are included.The two-DVD set will contain the entire concert on one DVD. The other DVD will have the edited version of the concert shown in theaters.
All profits from the evening, and the DVD will go to The Material World Charitable Foundation, founded by George in 1973.
"The Beatles in Washington DC Feb 11, 1964" (DVD US & Canada)
Original Theatrical Release Date: 1964
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Run Time: 155 minutes
Black & White
As if there were any doubt, this February 11, 1964 show (just days after their triumphant debut on Ed Sullivan's TV show) proves that the Beatles were one rockin' little combo, whatever the situation. The sound was awful, the din of the audience almost constant. Also, the concert set-up was in-the-round--but only Ringo Starr's rickety little drum riser could rotate, so during several songs the other three Fabs were obliged to turn their backs on their own amps to face the rest of the audience! No matter; they roar through their eight-tune set with palpable, irresistible energy--just check out "I Saw Her Standing There." Sure, the black-and-white footage is grainy, and the audio's lousy. But this document of the group at their early peak is a must-have for true believers. Considerable file footage and audio clips from the period help fill out both the concert program and an accompanying trivia quiz
"The Beatles Digest" (2nd Edition) from Goldmine (Book)
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It's been more than 30 years since the break up of the Fab Four. So why does their music still touch our hearts and move our feet? Find out in this new compilation.This exciting book features articles on and interviews with members of the most influential band in the history of rock 'n' roll. The impact of The Beatles is illustrated through everything from the collectibles-such as concert tickets, autographs, and bobble head dolls-to the extensive price guide to recordings that can be found in this guide.
Also includes an excerpt from Inside The Yellow Submarine by Dr. Bob Hieronimus, as well as a stirring tribute to George Harrison, whose death in 2001 touched music lovers around the world.
- New photos and articles
- Complete history of The Beatles and the members' respective solo careers
- Profiles of and interviews with members of the most influential band in the history of rock 'n' roll
"Two Us" starring Adian Quinn and Jared Harris (DVD-US & Canada)
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Since many movie depictions of famous figures are cringe-worthy, it is pleasant to report that Two of Us creates a smart, informed, and intimate portrait of two music gods.
This made-for-TV feature is a fictional speculation about a day in 1976 when Paul McCartney popped into John Lennon's New York apartment by surprise. With Yoko away on business, it's just the two giants spending a day together--bickering, goofing, toking, and eventually coming to a bittersweet reconciliation.
There are awkward TV-movie moments, and some psychobabble, but the film respects its characters too much to round them off into simpletons. Director Michael Lindsay-Hogg made Let It Be, so he could draw on first-hand experience, and Jared Harris and Aidan Quinn are totally committed to their roles.
"Ticket to Ride" by Larry Kane. (Book with bonus audio CD)
CLICK LINK TO ORDER !!!It was 40 years ago today--more or less--that a 22-year-old broadcast journalist from Florida was invited by manager Brian Epstein to travel with The Beatles to every stop on their first North American tours. The only American reporter in the official press party, Larry Kane obtained exclusive, revealing interviews with John, Paul, George, and Ringo. Fortunately, Kane saved his original notes and tapes, and shares them here for the first time. That material provides the basis for his intimate look back at the phenomenon of the Fab Four, and insights into the humor and personality of each group member. Ticket to Ride, illustrated with more than 30 photographs, captures a rare time in history, gracefully melding the story of the Beatles revolution with the changing tenor of the country. Hear John Lennon's early public criticism of the Vietnam War, and learn about the night the Beatles met Bob Dylan. "We had a crazy party the night we met [Dylan]," Paul recounts. " I thought I got the meaning to life that night." Ticket to Ride includes a 60-minute audio CD featuring rare interviews.
The broadcast journalism career of Emmy Award winner Larry Kane has spanned more than 45 years, including anchor positions at all three of Philadelphia's network television affiliates and a stint with the ABC-TV network in New York City.
"Revolution in the Head: The Beatles Records and the Sixties" by Ian MacDonald (Book)
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Updated to include material from "The Beatles Live at the BBC" and the "Anthology" series, this book goes to the heart of "The Beatles" - their records. Ian MacDonald reads their 241 tracks chronologically, from their first amateur efforts in 1957, to "Real Love" in 1995.
Comment from a reader about the book:
Having read tons of books and column inches about the Fab Four, I can honestly say that this book was a real breath of fresh air. It is a thoroughly interesting an entertaining read for anyone with the slightest interest in the Beatles. The introductory essay about the sixties helps to put the Beatles firmly into context, but the real pleasure comes from McDonald's analysis of the Beatles songs.
Thousands of words have been written about The Beatles recordings all in an effort to capture for fans and collectors the fascinating truth about the singles and albums by The Beatles.
Here at last is the definitive story about The Beatles albums and singles by Bruce Spizer in four hardcover volumes that covers all aspects of the records including rare labels with photographs, and the real stories behind the music.
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"Band On The Run: A History of Paul McCartney and Wings" by Garry McGee (Book)
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In this text, Garry McGee traces the history of Wings, the group Paul McCartney formed after the break-up of the Beatles. The text delves into the inner dynamics of the group, the role of Linda McCartney, its commercial and artistic success and its demise.
Just as Disney fans are either "Mouse" or "Duck" people, Beatlemaniacs are either John or Paul people. Although perhaps not without interest to both camps, McGee's book aims at Paul people who are also Wings fans, which raises some special challenges, such as evaluating Linda McCartney's contribution to the band and Paul's willingness to share credit and remuneration for Wings' commercial success. McGee is frank about the latter. For instance, he cites Denny Laine's situation vis-a-vis "Mull of Kintyre," for which he should have been paid millions but, as a contractual collaborator, got very little. Such was doing business within Wings. As for Linda's musicianship, while no one lauds her keyboard virtuosity, and some disdain her singing, Wings guitarist Henry McCullough says, "it didn't make any difference because she was playing a part"-- rather like hired hand Sid Vicious in the Sex Pistols, eh? McCartney says he doesn't regret Wings or think it was "that much of a mess." High praise. As a book-length exploration of McCartney's first post-Beatles band, this is the stuff.
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"Beatles for Sale: The Musical Secrets of the Greatest Rock 'n' roll Band of All Time" by David Rowley (Book)
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Find out the tricks The Beatles used in the studio, their songwriting formulas, the music they stole from others and the commercial compromises they made to get hit singles. This volume also aims to get behind the personalities of the fab four. Find out what songs should have been McCartney/Lennon rather than Lennon/McCartney, about their inter-band rivalries and how John Lennon and Paul McCartney sidelined George Harrison's songwriting.
Marketed as cynically as any boy band of today, the Beatles may be the most extraordinary music phenomenon of the last century-but not everything is known about their songs. Here, for the first time, their songwriting and recording secrets are disclosed: their studio tricks, their songwriting formulas, the music they "stole" from others, and the commercial compromises they made to achieve hit status. Including a chronological survey that reveals something new about every song released, "Beatles for Sale" may be the most informative and frank account of their music ever written.
Journalist David Rowley writes for numerous publications, including The Guardian, Time Out and the Independent on Sunday.
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"The Beatles Gear" by Andy Babiuk (Book)
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Babiuk takes a unique approach to the Beatles' story by documenting the history of their music equipment. The Beatles are forever associated with particular instruments, and thoughts of them immediately conjure images of John's Rickenbacker, George's large, hollow-bodied Gretch, Paul's signature custom Hofner violin bass (the first left-handed bass the company ever produced), and Ringo on a Ludwig drum kit.
Babiuk begins with Lennon's first guitar in 1956 and follows through to the band's final 1969 sessions at the Abbey Road studios. As he shows, their choice of instruments were outlets for their personalities and creativity, and they selected a particular make and model for its individual sound, used that sound to its fullest, and then progressed to the next. Though dubbed "the quiet one," Harrison proved the maverick, continually experimenting with guitars and instruments from other nationalities, leading to the important Eastern influence on the Beatles' music.
Babiuk provides marvelous technical detail on all of the Fab Four's gear, with numerous photos of either their own instruments or identical models. A fresh perspective on the group's well-documented history will appeal to hardcore fans and interested lay readers alike.
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The George Harrison audio single "Any Road" comes with the video promo of the song on an enhanced CD.
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