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Tupac's handwritten lyrics will be up for grabs later this month at a London auction and it has been reported that the pieces are expected to bring in over $70,000. -
Yoko Ono to Organize the World's Largest Human Peace Sign for John Lennon's 75th Birthday
In order to form the world's largest human peace sign, Yoko Ono is hoping to corral a gathering between 6,000 and 10,00 people in New York's Cental Park on October 6, a date three days prior to what would've marked John Lennon's 75th birthday. -
John Lennon Honored With 'Yellow Submarine' Tapestry Unveiled at Ellis Island
Artist, activist and musician, Yoko Ono, joined forces with U2's Bono and various guests to unveil a tapestry at Ellis Island to honor her late husband, John Lennon, on Wednesday. The artwork showcases Manhattan as a yellow submarine, an ode to the Beatles, and depicts Lennon as the pilot presenting a peace sign. -
Yoko Ono's 'Yes, I'm A Witch Too' Features Death Cab For Cutie and Tune-Yards
In 2007, Yoko Ono released a star-studded LP complete with remixes and unique covers. For her 2016 follow-up album 'Yes, I'm a Witch Too,' the artist will collaborate with a number of musicians including Death Cab for Cutie, Tune-Yards, Portugal the Man, Miike Snow, Cibo Matto, Sparks and her son Sean Lennon among a string of talents who contributed to its creation. It's 2007 predecessor featured the likes of Cat Power, Antony Hegarty, Spiritualized and more. -
Ornette Coleman, Saxophonist and Free Jazz Icon, Dead at Age 85
Ornette Coleman, one of the most influential figures in jazz history, has died at the age of 85 from cardiac arrest, according to The New York Times. The saxophonist would make jazz history at the end of the '50s and during the early '60s with his audio experiments, which would form the foundation of what many now call "free jazz." -
4/20: The Beatles, Louis Armstrong and Fabolous: History's Most Notable Marijuana Arrests
Few industries have been as supportive of the 4/20 holiday as the music business, considering how often our performers (and fans) seem to enjoy the subtle joys of marijuana. If you were around for Record Store Day during 2013, you may have witnessed just how early music fans will both line up and light up. Arrests for marijuana possession are almost a non-news item at this point: Rap performers Migos and Nelly have both been incarcerated for that (and a few other charges) in the last few weeks. The reason why those stories fail to shock us? Although the Reagan administration has been criticized for its "war on drugs," it focused on much more potent drugs while society has eased off on its fear of pot. Some states even allow it to be bought, sold and smoked legally. Here are five cases of musicians who served as martyrs for the cause before we as a society began to relax, including The Beatles, Louis Armstrong and Fabolous. -
Yoko Ono Says Ringo Starr was 'the Most Influential Beatle'
Ringo Starr was recently inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, making him the final Beatle to receive the honor as a solo artist. Many musicians, including former bandmate Paul McCartney, showed their support in the weeks leading up to the ceremony. Rolling Stone caught up with John Lennon's wife Yoko Ono before the event, and she kept the compliments coming. -
Yoko Ono Speaks on the Death of Cynthia, John Lennon's First Wife
In a commentary submitted to Rolling Stone, Yoko Ono, the second wife of the Beatles' John Lennon, shared her thoughts on the death of Cynthia Lennon, John Lennon's first wife. -
5 Controversial Examples of The Beatles in Advertising: Nike, Pizza Hut and Allstate Draw Ire of Fab Four Fans
No musical catalogue is as sacred to more music fans than that of The Beatles, so it's no surprise that a storm of controversy results almost anytime one of the band members or a clip of a song appears in a commercial. Check out five of the more divisive campaigns that feature the Fab Four's music or mere presence. -
Steve Ballmer, Taylor Swift, William and Kate and More: The Best of Celebrities Dancing Awkwardly (WATCH)
Steve Ballmer has thrilled the nation with the video of himself dancing to Fergie in concert. Music Times brings you some other classic awkward-dancing clips from Taylor Swift, Prince William and Kate, Michelle Obama and more. -
The Flaming Lips Reunite With Yoko Ono For Cover Of John Lennon's "Merry Xmas (War Is Over)" [LISTEN]
A few weeks ago, The Flaming Lips released their 14th studio album 'With a Little Help from My Fwends,' a full-length tribute to the Beatles' 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band,' and today, Nov. 20, the psych-rockers have shared another tribute: a cover of John Lennon and Yoko Ono's Christmas classic "Merry Xmas (War is Over)," which you can check out below. As can be expected from Wayne Coyne and his crew, the track is a psychedelic reinterpretation of Lennon and Ono's original, replacing the acoustic guitars with synthesizers, and even features Ono herself on backing vocals. -
7 Artists Who Have Released Two Albums at Once
Recently, pop legend Prince returned with not one album, but two new albums — "Art Official Age" and "PLECTRUMELECTRUM" — both of which were released Sept. 30. Though this is typical Prince eccentricity, he is far from the first artist to do this. Here are seven other artists who have released two albums in one day, including Guns N' Roses and Bruce Springsteen. -
Paul McCartney Trying To Save Hometown Arts Venue
Paul McCartney has lent his support to a local arts venue in his native Liverpool. -
Debbie Harry, David Johansen To Perform At John Lennon Tribute In December
asdThe 34th annual John Lennon Tribute Concert will take place on Dec. 5 in New York City, and today, the concert’s lineup has been announced, Rolling Stone reports. Among the headliners are Debbie Harry of Blondie, David Johansen of the New York Dolls, and Kate Pierson of the B-52s. Rock photographer Bob Gruen, who photographed Lennon during the ‘70s, will be honored at the event with the first ever John Lennon Real Love Award. -
Broadway-Hopeful New Musical About John Lennon and Yoko Ono Seeking Funding
After a sold-out run at the Hollywood Fringe, 'Rock & Roll's Greatest Lovers' aims for bigger stages and the big screen.
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