Tag: John Lennon

Pop Music And Social Change: Songs That Made A Difference

July 26, 2024

Pop music has long been a powerful medium for expressing social and political ideas, often serving as a catalyst for change. Throughout history, musicians have used their platforms to address pressing issues, raise awareness, and inspire action. This blog post explores how pop songs have contributed to social movements and influenced public opinion on various topics.

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LIVING COLOUR- Brian Jonestown Massacre’s 20th Album ‘The Future Is Your Past’ Review

January 31, 2023

Emerging from the same post-writer’s block flurry as 2022’s Fire Doesn’t Grow On Trees, Brian Jonestown Massacre’s 20th album comes with a pack of…

Aftermath Release New Video For Re-Imagining Of Lennon Classic ‘Give Peace A Chance’

March 25, 2020

AFTERMATH has released their new video for their re-imagined version of the John Lennon classic – ‘Give Peace a Chance’.

The Walt Disney Studios To Release Acclaimed Filmmaker PeterJackson’s Documentary ‘The Beatles: Get Back’

March 11, 2020

THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS TO RELEASE ACCLAIMED FILMMAKER PETER JACKSON’S DOCUMENTARY, ‘THE BEATLES: GET BACK’ IN THEATERS NATIONWIDE SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 11

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 11 – Jon Patrick Walker Pays Homage To John Lennon With ‘Happy Xmas (In The Edge Times)’

December 11, 2019

Who’s behind door number 11 in the Essential Advent Calendar? Why it’s Jon Patrick Walker with his song, ‘Happy Xmas (In The Times)’, a seasonal tune which you can easily imagine being part of a Broadway musical.

The Beatles Announce New Limited Edition Collection Of Remastered Seven-Inch Vinyl Singles – ‘The Beatles: The Singles Collection’

October 18, 2019

Following the huge success of the re-release of ‘Abbey Road’, The Beatles have announced that their 46 singles will be released on 23 180-gram seven inch vinyl singles. ‘The Beatles: The Singles Collection’ is out on November 22nd through Apple Corps Ltd./Capitol/UMe.

BAD MEN RISING – Protest Singer and Occupy Activist Tom Moriarty On Britain, Brexit and The Battle Against Injustice

August 8, 2019

Neither Boris Johnson nor Jeremy Corbyn can save Britain from the divisive mess of Brexit – that’s the view of up and coming protest…

Slow Down Slicky: Earl Slick On Music, Bowie, And Being A Tough Cookie Touring With Glen Matlock

July 30, 2019

Lisa spoke with Earl Slick about passports, answering machines, the music industry and Bowie – as well as his upcoming tour with Glen Matlock and the Tough Cookies. The band will perform at 229 The Venue on August 10.

AURORA KUDA – ‘VIVO PERSA’

March 23, 2019

Italian artist Aurora Kuda explores the conflict and confusion which are parts of the highs and lows of chasing and holding onto love, with her latest song, and accompanying video, ‘Vivo Persa’. The title roughly translates into English as meaning, ‘Life Is Lost’, and tells a tale which will be instantly recognisable to anyone who has experienced the complications implicit with their desire to be wanted and needed.

Musical Legends Phil Keaggy, Tony Levin And Jerry Marotta Collaborate On Debut Album, ‘The Bucket List’

February 21, 2019

‘The Bucket List’ is the collective effort of guitar extraordinaire Phil Keaggy, legendary bassist Tony Levin, and rhythm master Jerry Marotta. Their debut album, released January 11, features 12 original instrumentals showcasing the strengths of these three musicians.

Rebecca Blasband – ‘Fools Heaven’

November 5, 2018

Rebecca Blasband is an American singer-songwriter and screenwriter. Known as a first season cast member of MTV reality show, ‘The Real World: New York’, she released her debut album, ‘RAPT’, in 1997. This was recorded with a full band, and produced by Warren Bruleigh, known for his work with Lou Reed, and the Violent Femmes. The album, which featured Gordon Gano on electric guitars, was met with great reviews from the press, as well as saw play on college radio.

The Beatles Reveal Three Versions Of ‘Glass Onion’ And Brand New Video!

November 2, 2018

In November 1968, millions of double LPs were shipped to record stores worldwide ahead of that tumultuous year’s most anticipated music event: the November 22nd release of ‘The BEATLES’ (soon to be better known as ‘The White Album’).