Why John Lennon Called the Beatles’ ‘Eight Days a Week’ ‘Lousy’
This breezy rocker highlighted a subtly evolving sound, becoming their seventh U.S. No. 1.
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Revisiting John Lennon’s Frustrating ‘Live in New York City’ LP
Posthumous album collected songs from former Beatle's two final live shows.
40 Years Ago: John Lennon’s Mind-Bending Final Solo Sparks ‘Walking on Thin Ice’
He started by pulling out the famous Rickenbacker from the Beatles' appearance on 'The Ed Sullivan Show.'
Former Beatles Remember John Lennon on Anniversary of His Death
In addition to Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, family members shared tributes to the fallen legend.
How Rockers Remembered John Lennon in Song
They inevitably channeled grief over his murder into their craft.
How Rush, Tom Petty and Others Reacted to John Lennon’s Murder
In the immediate aftermath of his death, major artists scrambled to address the horror in some fashion — musically, verbally or through the press.
How John Lennon’s Death Caused a Rush on His Final LP
The music industry struggled through devastation to keep up after the former Beatle's tragic death created enormous demand.
Why Howard Cosell Didn’t Want to Announce John Lennon’s Death
Broadcaster was reluctant to break the news during 'Monday Night Football.'
The Last Time John Lennon Saw His Beatles Bandmates
The Fab Four never reunited, but they'd rebuilt their friendships by the time of his death.
Paul McCartney Still ‘In Denial’ Over John Lennon’s Murder
He reflects on “senseless” death of close collaborator along with passing of “little buddy” George Harrison.
Top 80 John Lennon Songs
The Beatles star was slow to reveal himself. Once he decided to get real, however, the floodgates opened.
John Lennon: 80 Quotes for 80 Years
A selection of things Beatles icon had to say about himself, music, fame, peace, love and life.