Update (12/6/05)

Steve,

There is a new UNCUT LEGENDS focusing on ed.John from 1940 to 1980 out, it has a foreward by Julian. Very nice it is too!!

Update (11/29/05)

When the world remembers the 25th anniversary of John Lennon’s death, the Brazilian magazine “Bravo!”(issue 98 of November) celebrates in nine pages his life and his music. There are articles written by Luís Antônio Giron, Maria Rita Kehl, José Flávio Júnior, Carlos Rennó, Márcio Borges and Antonio Bivar.

Update (11/22/05)

Hi Steve,

Here's the info on our FINAL TWBF fanzine (regular issue # 57), available now:

In our November / December 2005 issue, The World Beatles Forum fanzine presents our exclusive interview with Beatles price guide author PERRY COX. In the interview, Mr. Cox discusses all aspects of his Beatles Price Guides, his new edition, how the price ranges are determined, how he keeps track of new product, his grading system, counterfeiting, the GIRL and LEAVE MY KITTEN ALONE picture sleeves, the DECADE record, the effect of the Internet on prices, selling on eBay, rumored Beatles records, and much more.

Also, Frank Branchini and Mark Peters offer their reviews of two recent Paul McCartney concerts. The Courtney Reports speculates what the next Beatles album after LET IT BE might have contained. Mark Peters remembers back when Montreal DJ DAVE BOXER interviewed The Beatles in London 1965. The rare stereo gold stamped LPs issued by Capitol of Canada are revealed by Beatles author Piers Hemmingsen, and readers say farewell to The World Beatles Forum.

This issue includes 13 new reviews (CD, DVD), and don't forget our tell-it-like-it-is analysis and commentary columns.

This is our FINAL regular issue after 10 years of continuous publication. We accept PAYPAL! Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine (if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to:

Make check (cheque) payable to:

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Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com Our PayPal id is: beatles@happy.mondenet.com

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P. S. These available interview back issues are still $3 US each:
#23 - Bruce Spizer, part 1
#24 - Bruce Spizer, part 2
#25 - Bill Harry (this is a massive interview)
#29 - Sid Bernstein
#37 - Bruce Spizer, part 3
#39 - Allan Williams (this is a huge interview)

#43 - Rusty Anderson (2003)
#44 - Chas Newby (replaced Stu as The Beatles' bass player)
#45 - Pete Best (this is a huge interview)
#46 - Howie Casey, part 1
#47 - Howie Casey, part 2
#48 - Steve Holley, part 1
#49 - Steve Holley, part 2
#51 - Jackie Lomax, part 1
#52 - Jackie Lomax, part 2

The World Beatles Forum fanzine
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Dear Steve,

Just to let you know that the December 2005, issue 318, of Record Collector magazine contains my feature "Unfinished Music - John Lennon Worldwide Rarities On 45" - with an eight-page fully illustrated discography. The discography includes the extremely rare "Interview With John Lennon By Bob Mercer And A Message To The Salesmen" promo single. EMI used my copy of this scarce promo for the bonus track on the "Walls And Bridges" CD re-issue. I had to go down to Abbey Road Studios for them to dub the record...I can now say that I have attended a John Lennon recording session!!

Best regards, Pete Nash
www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk

The 10 November issue of Hello Magazine might as well be a Beatles Women issue. There is a four page spread on Stella, a page on Yoko, and a page on Heather Mills McCartney's animal rights activism. Heather has been a vegetarian for 12 years -- long before she met Sir Paul! The issue has Colleen McLoughlin on the cover. Who is she when she's at home? She is described as being "Wayne Rooney's fiancee" as if that explained anything! Thanks to our Rosemary Rieman for the heads up on this one

Update (11/05/05)

Uncut has put out an entire special issue profiling their Guitar Heroes. I didn't have time to check out just how they did the ranking, but George Harrison came in on their list at number 5 (Clapton was number 6) with Hendrix in the top spot.

There is a small photo of Yoko Ono in the current issue of Hello (3 Nov 2005, Ulrika Jonsson cover), on Page 71: "Yoko Ono has given the green-and-white striped deckchair of London's parks a makover - with a little hlep from her late husband John Lennon. Her design features the messge 'Imagine Peace' - echoing the titles of John's songs Imagine and Give Peace A Chance. 'He wanted the world to be a beautiful place for all of us,' Yoko, 72, has said of the ex- Beatle. She is among 25 artists, including film director Ken Russell and gashion designer Alexander McQueen, enlisted to liven up the iconic seats. . . ." There is also a small photo of the Imagine Peace deckchair.

Update (11/01/05)

The annual Beatles issue of Goldmine is out with George Harrison on the cover and an article about the reissue of "The Concert for Bangladesh" contained inside. Well worth picking up. Also, the Nov. 3 issue of Rolling Stone has a McCartney concert review, article looking back at the Concert for Bangladesh and a 5-star review of the new DVD/CD reissues. It's got Bono on the cover and is well worth picking up.
Tim Smith

Update (10/28/05)

The Fab Four grace the cover of the Nov. 2005 issue of Reader's Digest. The article is titled "Becoming The Beatles" by Bob Spitz from the book The Beatles. The article covers several pages and includes many pics of the boys. On page 8 is an offer for a CD, A Salute to the Beatles, featuring cover versions from Justin Hayward, Judy Collins and others. The price is $9.98 + s/h and can be ordered by calling 1-800-499-9659.

Shack

Update (10/27/05)

Hi, " UNCUT MAGAZINE " Collector's Edition, Oct., 2005, " 25 Years on Lennon Remembered" is in the books/ magazine stores now! It has a free CD, " The Beatles Press Conference 1964-66" with it.

Update (10/19/05)

Hi :-)

I just wanted to let you know that the San Diego Reader (a free glossy covered weekly newspaper/mag) will have an issue dedicated to John Lennon out on Dec. 8, available all over San Diego County and online at http://www.sandiegoreader.com beginning Dec. 7. Artwork illustrates rememberances on what people were doing when they heard John Lennon had died. Lots of great stories, particularly one from Al Kooper. Hope this info is of interest :-)

Cheers-
Bart Mendoza

Update (10/12/05)

Hello everyone!

Well, after a slight delay, it's time once again for a new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction and poetry! We have a fabulous issue for you, featuring an entirely new story from Lena King, several poems by various poets, and a new article in the "Write Thinking" section! Beginning in January of 2006, Rooftop Sessions will be going to a bi-monthly format, with new issues appearing every six to eight weeks. And please don't forget that the NEW "Rooftop Sessions Fiction Digest Volume 4" is available for purchase -- details are on the main Rooftop Sessions page, and credit cards and PayPal are accepted!

And now for our October Issue!:

"Being a Short Diversion" by Lena King - On a snowy evening early in 1980, Valerie rescues a stranded motorist, who also just happens to be the man of her greatest fantasies...

Poetry by Carol Ghesquiere - Two poems about John and Yoko.

New Poems by Sharon Richards - Two new poems about John, in time for his birthday!

More Poetry by Stan Wilson - Two poems reflecting on John's life and death.

And in the "Write Thinking" section:

"What To Do With Mary-Sue? How To Send Her Packing!" by Lisa Wilkinson -An article aimed at those authors who’ve written an original heroine for their fan fiction and would like some help to ensure that their character doesn’t make the audience cringe. It helps those writers identify Mary-Sue, explains why Mary-Sues are so irritating, and offers tips about how to turn Mary-Sue into an interesting, well-rounded character. As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are email links at the end of each story, poem or article so that you can write to the authors and tell them what you think of their work!

Enjoy the October issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions

Update (10/7/05)

The November issue of Britain's Q magazine has hit the stands. This is an "official" Lennon 65th birthday special with two cover variations. Each issue comes with a Lennon Coveed CD with fourteen songs. Thirteen songs are identical on each disc with one exclusive song on each disc. Performers include Madonna, Oasis, Paul Weller, and Stereophonics.

Inside the magazine is a Why I Love Lennon with comments from Ringo, Ray Davies, Keith Richards, Ozzy Osbourne, Chris Martin, Paul McCartney, and lots of people you've never heard of; comments from Yoko; Master At Work about John in the studio; Days in the Life with black and white photos from Yoko's archives (many I don't remember having seen before!); an article on John's final 24 hours; an article on "How to buy John Lennon" cds; and a review of "Working Class Hero - The Definitive Lennon" which they gave three stars out of five.

This is definitely worth looking for. Barnes and Noble, Borders, and Tower all carry Q. I'm pretty sure I sent an e-mail saying this was coming out in which I said it was Mojo magazine. Sorry for any confusion.

Rolling Stone 985 (October 20) has a Paul McCartney cover story. The cover photo is gorgeous! And he's also on the cover of Guitar World Acoustic.

Hi Steve,

Beatlefan #156 is out, and in the new issue, sporting a full-color Beatles lunchbox cover, readers will find:

-- A 40th anniversary salute to one of the most popular Beatles collectibles, plus Rick Glover offers his own listing of Top 40 collectibles. And we report on Paul McCartney's "Chaos and Creation in the Backyard" album and the launch of his "US" tour.

-- Also in this issue, Rip Rense reports on the unreleased John Lennon song that Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr worked on during the "Anthology" reunion sessions but haven't released. Plus Bill Harry takes on the issue of just who was the real Lucy in "Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds", Al Sussman looks back at the Concert for Bangla Desh, London editor Simon Rogers tells what it was like to be the only fan present at Paul McCartney's recent radio performance at Abbey Road Studios, and Brad Hundt winds up his overview of the films of Ringo Starr.

-- And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we have a report on how Shea Stadium marked the 40th anniversary of The Beatles' famed concert there, plus news of forthcoming CDs, DVDs and books, and fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake, including the definitive word from a highly placed source on the "Let It Be" DVD!

A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #155. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope). In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com.

Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com. And be sure to check out the offerings on the Beatlefan/PLUS! and 25th Anniversary Archive pages! Besides fan reviews from the McCartney tour, new offerings there include the beginning of a new Beatle Cities series and an interview with Ringo's producer, Mark Hudson.

COMING IN ISSUE #157: A look back at December 1980. Check it out!

There is an interview with Paul in the October/November 2005 issue of "Paste: Signs of Life in Music, Film and Culture." Joni Mitchell drew the cover illustration of Orlando Bloom, Kirsten Dunst and Cameron Crowe! FYI

Supposedly Paul is going to be on the newest issue of Rolling Stone available thursday or friday. little tidbit-This cover appearance would give Paul his 20th stone cover tying him with Mick Jagger, and putting John at 2nd with 19 and George 3rd with 14.

Update (10/5/05)

Tokio Beatles Fan Club Magazine – issue 36 – is out and contains the following subjects:

Hideo Okakura analyzes Paul McCartney’s new album “Chaos And Creation In The Backyard, track by track. And as most people ever know only Japanese version features a bonus track: the song “She Is So Beautiful”.

Canadian Keith Samarillo interviews Yoko Ono and asks about the time she and John spent in Canada. Samarillo is preparing a book for publication about this subject.

Musical “Lennon” – it is a text written by Kenji Maeda in which he shows his points of view about the musical. Maeda saw the premiere at San Francisco’s Orpheum Theatre.

The Beatles Spots (The Beatles Spots in The World) – in his article, Kenji Maeda features Munich, the German city where the Beatles played on 24th June 1966 at Circus Crone.
More the sections: Beatles Book Review, Disk News, Beatles Related CD News and much more.

Paul is on the cover of the Oct issue of Bass Player mag. Also in the Uncut special edition mag "100 greatest guitar player" George comes in at #5, beating out Clapton at #6, but edged out by Neil Young at #4! Keith Richards is #3 And of course Jimmy Page is #2 and the master Hendrix is #1.

And also, Ringo will be on the cover of the newest issue of Modern Drummer magazine. Love the site keep up the great work!

Update (10/3/05)

Hi there,

The September/October issue of Headliner, the free digest magazine available at Madison Sq. Garden and Radio City Music Hall has an article on upcoming British acts doing concerts at the Garden, including Paul McCartney.

In the Great Performances column article titled 'The British are Coming, The British Are Coming' starting on page 12 features bios and info on Paul, The Rolling Stones, Elton John and Coldplay. There's a nice photo of Paul in his U.S. jacket in the article. U2 are on the cover of the magazine and it can be found in the lobby of Madison Sq. Garden and Radio City Music Hall.

Also, the Coming Events brochure found at MSG and RCMH also has the schedule of concerts at both venues and the same photo of Paul in the U.S. jacket is on the cover too.

Since I work as a tour guide at The Garden, for those interested in going on the MSG All Access Tours the days of Paul's concerts, I have to give you fair warning: on concert days, there'll be restrictions on the tours. The tours will end by 3pm on these days, so they won't overlap into the soundchecks.

Plus, there may be limited access to the arena. You'll be able to see Paul's stage but from a distance, and no videos or flash photos will be allowed. And right up front, there is NO guarantee you'll see Paul before the concert. Heck, I work at The Garden, and there's no guarantee I'M going to see Paul before the concert! I am attending the first and last nights of the shows though.

Still, I hope I haven't discouraged anyone from going on the tours. It is a fun tour and I hope you'll consider going despite any restrictions.

Cheers,
Old Fred

Hi Steve! Paul is on the cover of the german music magazine "Eclipsed". It´s part 1; part 2 will be in the next issue. 4 pages inside this issue. http://www.eclipsed.de All The Best Markus

Octobers Uncut has front cover and major article on John Lennon, also notification of a new photo by Bob Gruen: JOHN LENNON THE NEW YORK YEARS : published in October by Stewart, Taboris and Chang and 4 star rating of Pauls new album !!
MAJOR INPUT A FREE BEATLES INTERVIEW CD !!!!!!! Q october magazine has news of a Yoko endorsed Q special, John Lennon 65th Birthday celebration curated by Yoko 1 October
October Record Collector has cover with Macca and major interview

Number 19 on "Smithsonian" magazine's list of "The 20 Most Annoying People In History" is Pete Best. Of course, the article isn't entirely accurate in its history. For exmple, it describes Pete as a belligerant in the fight that erupted at the Cavern the first time Ringo played as the band's official drummer. Steve Petrica Bethesda, Md.

Hi Steve--This month'"Mental Floss" magazine'ss a 2-page article entitled "John Lennon's First Album" about the purchase of his stamp collection by the National Postal Museum. The article can be read at http://www.smithsonianmag.si.edu/smithsonian/iss oug Richardson

The September issue of Uncut has a cover story on rock and movie icons with an interesting Paul McCartney/Keith Richards. It also has a CD of covers of the songs on Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited. Most of the performances are pretty good. I usually avoid Uncut. It is a terrible magazine with a prounounced "we're too hip to treat the Beatles with any reaspect" slant but this issue may be worth looking for. Many thanks to my Beatle pal Rosemary Rieman for the heads up on this one!

Update (8/24/05)

Hi Steve!

Thought I should let you,a0a 2 page interview with Paul in the British music trade magazine "Music week", issue dated 27/08/05. A great interview with insights into working with Nigel Godrich, and the marketing of the album. Plus, at the moment, "fine line" is getting airplay outside Pauls natural territories, at the moment he is being played on London alternative station Xfm! They play the cream of alternative and indie music - such as Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Oasis, Franz Ferdinand and Gorillaz, so to see him on their heavy rotation list is totally unusual! The Rolling stones new single, not even getting a look in! With regards to the rest of the radio networks, Paul is gaining twice as many plays as the Stones too! Nice!

Great work steve as ever, take care,

There are McCartney interviews in the September issues of both of the major UK music magazines: Q and Mojo. The interviews are very similar and neither is essential reading. The big revelations:
1) Macca admits dying his hair
2) He doesn't have kind things to say about the Press to Play album (Hey! I love the title track! It really is one of my favorite Macca tunes!)
3) He says George Martin recommended Nigel Godrich who is producing Chaos and Creation.
The rest of it is stuff you have read over and over and over.

Update (8/20/05)

The BRITISH BEATLES FAN CLUB MAGAZINE is a full colour professionally printed publication, published quarterly - www.britishbeatlesfanclubco.uk

The magazine is produced by and includes regular contributions from former Beatles Book Monthly news editor Pete Nash, Craig Smith, Richard Porter, Lucy Carter, David Bedford, Stan Williams (schoolmate of John Lennon & George Harrison), Merseybeat founder Bill Harry and Quarryman Rod Davis. Issue #19 of The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is now available with articles on:

• Chaos And Creation In the Back Yard
• Lennon Auction items
• Twin Freaks
• Live 8
• Ringo NYC & Chicago concerts
• LIPA Graduation Awards
• Day By Day Diary
• Upcoming Events
• Bootlegs, books, CD, DVD releases
• News, reviews and more...

The Annual Subscription for The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is: UK = £15 / Europe = 35 Euro's / USA = $39.oo. Payment can be made by: 1. cheque or money order (in UK pounds sterling) made payable to BBFC Publishing, 2. Cash by registered mail - US$ and Euro's accepted, 3. Credit Card via PayPal using bbfcpublishing@fsmail.net For further information, sample copies or back issues please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope or 2 x International Reply Coupons to: BBFC Publishing, PO Box 756, Bradford BD2 3WY, United Kingdom www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk

Hi, Steve--

Goldmine's annual "British Invasion Issue" (cover date August 19, 2005) is out now. This year's issue features my annual Beatles discography, chronicling every release from 2004, including promotional CDs/DVDs, etc. - all 88 of them from last year! Includes specific (month/day) release dates for those hard-to-find items, as well.

It's just come out, so may not be on the newsstand yet, but for those in need, might want to keep an eye out for it. Matt Hurwitz

Update (8/17/05)

Hi Steve, Beatlefan #155 is out, and in the new issue, sporting a full-color "Help!" cover, readers will find:

--We take a look back 40 years at the events of late summer 1965, which brought us a new Beatles movie and tour. We also salute the historic Shea Stadium concert with detailed reminiscences from fans who were there. And the man who wrote the book on The Beatles TV cartoon series explains his lifelong devotion to the program.

--Also in this issue, Bruce Spizer details just exactly how much The Beatles got paid for their "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and how their pay compared with other acts performing on the show. And Tony Perkins of "Good Morning America" gives a backstage report on what it was like to host Ringo Starr and the Roundheads on the ABC program. Plus we present the first in a series on Ringo's movie career, with lots of great pictures from his early films.

--And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we have a complete report on Ringo and the Roundheads' mini-tour (with detailed fan reports also available on the Beatlefan/PLUS! page at www.beatlefan.com), and have an on-the-scene report on Paul McCartney's private two-hour concert at Abbey Road Studios and a preview of his "Chaos and Creation in the Back Yard" album. Plus we have news of forthcoming CDs, DVDs and books, and fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake.

A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #155. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope). In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com.

Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com. And be sure to check out the offerings on the Beatlefan/PLUS! and 25th Anniversary Archive pages! Besides the fan reports on Ringo's promotional tour, new offerings there include a report on The Smithereen's Beatles tribute concert and an interview with original "Beatlemania" cast member Leslie "George" Fradkin!

COMING IN ISSUE #156: Lunchtime with The Beatles, "Chaos and Creation" and the kickoff of the McCartney tour! Check it out!

Update (8/16/05)

Dear Readers,

Now it is time for another new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction! We have a great one for you, featuring two stories and two poems, including two brand-new authors!

* ROOFTOP SESSIONS Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Susan Ryan will once again be a guest at the upcoming Chicago Fest for Beatles Fans, to be held August 19-21 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Rosemont, IL. As in past years, she will be joined by Poetry Editor Sharon Richards, Tina Kukla (author of the acclaimed novel The Beatles: Live at 12 Cold Creek Street) and Illustrator Kristin Turberville. She will be moderating discussion panels devoted to the art and craft of fan fiction and the ins and outs of self-publishing, and will have a table in the London Room on the lower level near the dealer room where you can purchase signed copies of the brand-new Rooftop Sessions Fiction Digest Volume Four! We look forward to seeing many of you there -- please stop by and say hello!

* If you can't come to the Fest and purchase a copy in person, the new Fiction Digest is available to be ordered on the Internet directly from the publisher, Virtual Bookworm. ( http://www.virtualbookworm.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=rooftopsessions4&Category_Code= ) MasterCard, Visa and PayPal are all accepted, and the books can be shipped all over the world. This high-quality trade paperback features a color cover and eleven stories formerly featured in the pages of ROOFTOP SESSIONS by some of your favorite authors. The stories have been removed from the web, so the only way you can continue to enjoy them is to purchase a book.

* The SUBMISSION GUIDELINES ( http://www.rooftopsessions.com/guidelines.htm ) have been updated.

And now, we proudly present our August issue:

"Gotta Give The Other Fella Hell" by James Ryan - Linda and Paul McCartney have a rude encounter with this ever-changing world in which we live in.

"I Still Remember" by Suzanne McNiece - A song-story inspired by Paul McCartney's "Here Today."

Two Poems by Jesse Neubauer - Two brand-new poems about John and his son Sean. As usual, there are email links at the end of each story or poem for you to write to the authors. Please do take the time to write to them and let them know what you think -- feedback is the greatest reward for an author!

As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com -- enjoy the new issue!!!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief

Issue 875 (14 July 2005) of UK magazine Hello has 32 pages (including ads) of Live 8 coverage with several outstanding photos of Paul. If you have any interest at all in Live 8 coverage this is definitely the one to look for. Very highly recommended. By the way, I learned that Stella designed the white dress that Madonna wore in the show. Barnes and Noble and Borders carry Hello.
The Summer issue of PETA's Animal Times has a Paul McCartney cover. Nice black and white picture. There is a one page interview inside. The full interview is posted at peta.org

Update (7/13/05)

* The brand new Rooftop Sessions Fiction Digest Volume 4 is now available for purchase! Just published by Virtualbookworm, it features eleven stories from some of your favorite Rooftop authors and new, never-before-seen illustrations by Kristin Turberville. And now, you can use Visa, MasterCard or PayPal to place your order directly from the publisher!! Follow the link in the big yellow box on the main Rooftop Sessions page, or go to http://www.virtualbookworm.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=rooftopsessions4&Category_Code= to place your order!

* Additionally, I will be a guest again at the upcoming Fest for Beatles Fans in Chicago, to be held from August 19-21 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare. Once again I will be moderating discussion panels about the art and craft of Fan Fiction, as well as the nuances of self-publishing. I will be joined by Rooftop Sessions Poetry Editor Sharon Richards and Author Tina Kukla ("The Beatles: Live at 12 Cold Creek Street"), and I will have copies of the new book available for purchase at my table in the London Room on the Lower Level. Be sure to stop by, say hello, and buy a book -- we will be happy to sign it for you! I will also be participating in the Evening Poetry Session, hosted by Deco Freeman. If you have any poetry or fanfic you would like to share with an appreciative and non-judgemental audience, then this is the place for you! People who have been there for the past three years can attest to what an extraordinary experience this session can be!

And now, without further ado, we proudly present the July issue:

"Baker's Dozen - Sixth Batch" by Lisha Goldberg and Cheryl Mortensen - A continuation of the "Baker's Dozen" series, this time featuring Jodi and Dianne's teenage daughters in the year 2023!

"Going Live" by Lisha Goldberg - Some very interesting guests show up to be interviewed on a local cable-access talk show!

"You Still Sing For Me, Mr. Lennon" by Jennifer Alward - A poem reflecting on John's life.

Two New Poems by Sharon Richards - More new poetry from our Poetry Editor! As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are email links for each author at the end of each story! Enjoy the July issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions

Hi Steve,
 
Here's the info on our latest TWBF fanzine (regular issue # 55), available now: 

In our July / August 2005 issue, The World Beatles Forum fanzine presents an interview with songstress Nanette Workman.  Nanette discusses leaving NYC, moving to Quebec, moving to England and recording an Elton John demo - Rebecca, her career as a model, singing backup on the Rolling Stones' You Can't Always Get What You Want, Honky Tonk Women, and Country Honky, working as a backing vocalist with Doris Troy and George Harrison at Apple Records on the Doris Troy album, singing backup on Ringo's You Know It Don't Come Easy and John's Power To The People, and lots more.
 
Author Piers Hemmingsen offers a quick history of Canadian record labels (with pictures) of releases covered by The Beatles.  Many are quite different from their American counterparts.  Also, he covers the Canadian Vee Jay Records releases.  In another fascinating column, Piers talks about Beatles records imported into Canada.  Both articles are outtakes from his new book, The Beatles Canadian Discography (1962 - 1970) Part Two: The Albums.
 
The Courtney Report, by Chris Courtney, offers a detailed analysis of the Lennon Legend DVD. 
         
We have a contest, open to paid-up subscribers (it's not too late to become a subscriber for the remaining issues), with a chance to win a copy of Steven D. Stark's new book, Meet The Beatles - contest closes September 15, 2005.
 
Columnist Frank Branchini (Frankly Speaking) speaks his mind about MTV/VH1's first airing of Live 8.  In a calmer moment (in his From Capitol Hill column), Frank reviews Ringo's recent NYC concert and reveals his experience at the Pop! gallery where Ringo's art prints are on display.      

This issue includes 9 new reviews (CDs, bootleg, DVDs, books), and don't forget our tell-it-like-it-is analysis and commentary columns.
  
Now in our 10th year and final year, The World Beatles Forum does NOT contain major advertising AND we have never had a price increase.

We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine 
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P. S. These available interview back issues are still $3 US each:
#23 - Bruce Spizer, part 1
#24 - Bruce Spizer, part 2
#25 - Bill Harry (this is a massive interview)
#29 - Sid Bernstein
#37 - Bruce Spizer, part 3
#38 - Allan Williams
#43 - Rusty Anderson
#44 - Chas Newby (bass player with The Beatles)
#45 - Pete Best
#46 - Howie Casey, part 1
#47 - Howie Casey, part 2
#48 - Steve Holley, part 1
#49 - Steve Holley, part 2
#51 - Jackie Lomax, part 1
#52 - Jackie Lomax, part 2
 
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Hi :-)

a minor mention, but New York fashion magazine Talent In Motion's latest issue (Vol. VIII #2) has a full page of coverage on a launch party for cartoonist R. Crumb at Stella McCartney's store. The items debuting included a line of t-shirts from Stella as well as Crumb's latest book, and the article includes a nice picture of him at the party with Yoko Ono on page 39. www.TIMMAG.com

Cheers:-)
Bart

Update (6/27/05)

The BRITISH BEATLES FAN CLUB MAGAZINE is a full colour professionally printed publication, published quarterly www.britishbeatlesfanclubco.uk The magazine is produced by and includes regular contributions from former Beatles Book Monthly news editor Pete Nash, Craig Smith, Richard Porter, Lucy Carter, David Bedford, Stan Williams (schoolmate of John Lennon & George Harrison), Merseybeat founder Bill Harry and Quarryman Rod Davis. Issue #18 of The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is now available with articles on:

• Choose Love - Ringo Interview
• May Pang Interview
• The "Shea" Vox Organ
• Lennon's Guitars
• Beatles In Las Vegas
• Day By Day Diary
• Upcoming Events
• Bootlegs, books, CD, DVD releases
• News, reviews and more...

The Annual Subscription for The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is: UK = £15 / Europe = 35 Euro's / USA = $39.oo. Payment can be made by: 1. cheque or money order (in UK pounds sterling) made payable to BBFC Publishing, 2. Cash by registered mail - US$ and Euro's accepted, 3. Credit Card via PayPal using bbfcpublishing@fsmail.net For further information, sample copies or back issues please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope or 2 x International Reply Coupons to: BBFC Publishing, PO Box 756, Bradford BD2 3WY, United Kingdom www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk

Hi -
Haven't seen this mentioned anywhere else, but the current Record Collector #311 / June 2005 with Morrissey on the cover has a two page interview with May Pang and covers all the usual Lennon related topics.-
cheers:-)

Update (6/11/05)

Hi Steve,

The latest in the series of NME originals magazines focuses on the Beatles solo years: 1970-1980. The magazine features original NME articles from the 70's, including interviews and album reviews, and loads of great photos. It costs £5.99. Highly recommended!

Cheers,
Paul

Update (6/9/05)

Hi Steve, Beatlefan #154 is out, and in the new issue, sporting a full-color McCartney tour poster cover, readers will find:

--We take a look at the Macca tour ticket problems fans are complaining about, plus Al Sussman provides an overview of McCartney's past tours and we compare set lists from six of Macca's major tours -- including their high and low points -- and pick what we think is his best overall set list

--We provide an in-depth look at Ringo Starr's new "Choose Love" album and present a lengthy interview with longtime Beatles pal and associate Tony Bramwell, who talks about growing up the Fabs in Liverpool, working for Brian Epstein, the "invention" of the music video by The Beatles, Paul and Linda getting together in the Apple days. We also offer an excerpt from Belmo's new "The Beatles DisCovered" book examining whether the Fabs were influenced by bluegrass music.

--And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we offer news on the upcoming Ringo concerts and McCartney tour, Ringo's art exhibition, the "Lennon" stage musical, Macca's "Twin Freaks" album and Hole in the Wall benefit performance; look at Web sites for Beatles offspring and McCartney tour collectibles; and have fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake and more Beatle mysteries solved by The Word.

A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #154. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope). In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com.

Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com. And be sure to check out the offerings on the Beatlefan/PLUS! and 25th Anniversary Archive pages!

COMING IN ISSUE #155: A trip back in time to August 1965! Check it out!

Update (6/4/05)

It's June 1st, and time once again for another new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction. We have two new stories and a poem for you this month, as well as a new technical article in our "Write Thinking" section for your perusal! Here's an important announcement -- a new ROOFTOP SESSIONS FICTION DIGEST has been submitted to the publisher! Watch this space for further announcements about the publication of this, our fourth compliation book, including when it will be available for purchase!

And now, the June issue:

"I Went and Lost That Girl" by Sharon Richards - A cautionary tale from the perspective of a husband who lost his wife to a Beatle.

"TV or Not TV" by Lisha Goldberg - The author seems to have a possessed cable box...or at the very least, a very strange public access station!

"Paradise Road" by Mandy Turner - A poem about George's Friar Park And in the "Write Thinking" section: "Fixing a Hole: Overcoming the Proofreading and Grammar Abyss" by Tina Kukla - A discussion of proofreading and grammar for the fanfic writer, including resources to help you learn these very important tasks!

As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual there are email links for all the authors at the end of each story. Please do consider dropping them a line; they love to hear from readers!

Enjoy the June issue!
Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief

ate (5/28/05)

From Gaylene:

Hi Steve, Did you see the very lovely Richard Starkey Jr and his equally lovely wife, Barbara, in Hello mag (online) at the Chelsea Flower show? Very nice pixy of both. Dear Richie will be 65 this year. Where does the time go? HePaulolanet features the following subjects:

Cristiana Bonfanti interviews Paul McCartney’s photographer Bill Bernstein.

Stefania Delle Fratte writes an article about the book “Le Canzoni dei Beatles”. The author is Micheangelo Iossa.

Also, Cristiana Bonfanti and Fabio Marino interviews Mark Fea

therstone-Witty, Chief Executive of the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA).

“Un Salto Nel Passato” an article about the album CHOBA B CCCP written by Davide Montialbo.

Paul McCartney has criticized Scotland for not banning ritual slaughter of animals, reports the Times Online.

From Marion Higgins:

This week's People Magazine (May 23, 2005 with Zellweger & Chesney on the cover) has an excerpt from Peggy Lipton's memoir, Breathing Out, with details of her affair with Paul McCartney ... she dubs him the Best Kisser ... she also dismisses Elvis as the Worst Bedmate. Apparently, he couldn't, ummmm, perform. Marnie

Update (5/20/05)

From Brad Howard of World Beatles Forum:

Hi Steve,
 
Here's the info on our latest TWBF fanzine (regular issue # 54), available now: 

In our May / June 2005 issue, The World Beatles Forum fanzine presents our exclusive on the rarest of the Apple Films - Little Malcolm And His Struggle Against The Eunuchs.  Written by someone who has seen the film, the article takes readers, step-by-step, from the original play to the finished motion picture.
 
Also, we offer an interview with Brad Howard, the publisher of The World Beatles Forum.  Brad discusses the tricks, trials and tribulations of having produced a Beatles fanzine, every two months for almost ten years.  Along the way, he talks about Beatlemania in Canada - as he remembers it, collecting Beatles records, his involvement in organizing a Beatles convention, outsmarting a con-artist dealer,  why TWBF is shutting down in November 2005, and lots more.
 
Author Piers Hemmingsen has a treat for our readers: an outtake from his new book, The Beatles Canadian Discography (1962 - 1970) Part Two: The Albums.  Piers presents fact-after-fact on The Family Way album.
 
The Courtney Report, by Chris Courtney, follows the guest star appearances on Ringo's recordings. 
         
We have a contest, open to paid-up subscribers (it's not too late to become a subscriber for the remaining issues), with a chance to win one of Bruce Spizer's 12-page, CD-size, companion booklets for The Capitol Albums Vol. 1.     

This issue includes 6 new reviews (CD, DVD, book), and don't forget our tell-it-like-it-is analysis and commentary columns.
  
Now in our 10th year and final year, The World Beatles Forum does NOT contain major advertising AND we have never had a price increase.

We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine 
(if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to:

make check (cheque) payable to:

Brad HOWARD 

c/o The World Beatles Forum
69 Dalecroft Cr.,
Ottawa, ON
CANADA, K2G 5V7

Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com  
Our PayPal id is: beatles@happy.mondenet.com

Thank-you,
Brad Howard
Publisher/Editor
The World Beatles Forum fanzine
beatles@happy.mondenet.com

P. S. These available interview back issues are still $3 US each:
#06 - Len Garry, part 1
#08 - Len Garry, part 2
#09 - Joe Sunseri, part 1 (a Tony Sheridan manager)
#11 - Joe Sunseri, part 2  
#13 - Paul White (first Capitol executive to sign The Beatles)
#15 - Doug Thompson, part 1 (radio producer for Ringo, Yoko)
#16 - Doug Thompson, part 2 (plus a great interview with Roger McGuinn)
#17 - Lon Van Eaton (Apple recording artist)
#18 - Dan Matovina (Badfinger guru and author)  
#23 - Bruce Spizer, part 1
#24 - Bruce Spizer, part 2
#25 - Bill Harry (this is a massive interview)
#29 - Sid Bernstein
#37 - Bruce Spizer, part 3

The World Beatles Forum fanzine
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Update (5/17/05)

From Michael Cooper on paulmccartney.fm:

Here info on the new issue:

The latest issue of "paulmccartney.fm" is from March 2005 (no. 9). - the first part of our interview with Bruce Spizer (the great expert of the Beatles' US discography), author of the most important books on this subject; - interview with WG "Snuffy" Walden (Emmy winner and TV soundtrack composer); - McCartney Japanese singles (pt. 2); - the presentation of the book "Each One Believing" in London with Paul McCartney; - Paul at the SuperBowl; - 1979 Chronocycles; - latest news on McCartney and the new tour; - our interview with the "Best MaccaFan of the year" trivia winner; - the Mandela single, exclusive photos, and many other things.

Update (5/10/05)

From Susan Ryan about the new issue of Rooftop Sessions:

Many apologies for the nine-day delay in the publishing of the new issue. One very important announcement first: My webhost, which handles all the correspondence to the Rooftop Sessions website, including the submissions address, has been having delivery problems, and many emails have possibly not been received. If you have sent any correspondence or submissions to me in the past three weeks, please resend them.

And now, here is the May issue!:

"Sir Paul Flies Solo" by Lisha Goldberg - Forced to take a commercial airline flight in coach class, Paul has no idea what kind of insanity awaits...

"This Must Be Home" by Anna Carolina Fagundes - In the sequel to "A Man, Imagined," two years have passed since George Harrison met Jonathan Brown and his family, but the relationship between them is still a bit distant and cold. What can happen to their friendship when George falls ill - and looks for help? As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com -- and as usual there are email links for the authors at the end of the stories. Please let them know what you think of their work!

Enjoy the May issue!
Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ "War is over if you want it." -- John Lennon "Nothing in all the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity." - Martin Luther King, Jr. "A little rebellion now and then is a good thing." -- Thomas Jefferson Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of ROOFTOP SESSIONS - The Finest in Beatles-Related Fiction -- http://www.rooftopsessions.com

Update (5/2/05)

From he_thinks_I_look_alike:

I was at the store tonight when I noticed that Paul is on the cover of the current issue of Grand magazine--- the magazine for grandparents. There is an artical that has the 10 Reasons We Still Love Paul McCartney. The link below shows a picture from the magazine. http://www.grandmagazine.com/currentissue.asp

Update (4/21/05)

From João Paulo Petersen:

Tokio Beatles Fan Club Magazine – issue 35 – is out:

This issue features the following subjects:

The recent interview made by Brad Howard with Mark Lewisohn, the most famous Beatles expert in the world.

Macca At The Superbowl – Maryan Borgon reported the show of Paul McCartney at the half-time of Super Bowl on February 6 this year.

Fan Clubs in the World: Part One “The Apple Corp” (Argentina Beatles Fan Club) The president of fan club, Horacio Daniel Dubini, tells the story of the fan club and mentions some of his meetings with Beatle personalities such as Sir George Martin, Alistair Taylor, Bill Harry, etc.

Otohei Shima, one of TBFC magazines editors, talks to the person in charge at Toshiba-EMI in Japan of the re-release of Apple albums. The five albums of Badfinger released by Apple label were re-released first with paper sleeves, bonus tracks, etc.

The Beatles Spots in the World Special – Toronto, Canada.

Miki Narita reveals all places where the Beatles performed and stayed in the city.

More the sections: Beatles Book Review, Disk News and much more informations you can find on 48 pages.

João Paulo Petersen from Brazil

Update (4/6/05)

From Susan Ryan:

There is one special announcement this month -- Rooftop Sessions Editor Susan Ryan will be a special guest at next week's New York Metro Fest for Beatles Fans, to be held at the Crowne Plaza Meadowlands in Secaucus, New Jersey. I will be moderating a fan fiction/poetry reading on Saturday night at 9:45, and a fan fiction discussion panel on Sunday at 12:15. I will be joined by another special guest, Linda Schultz, editor of the fab book "Tales of the Awesome Foursome." Additionally, Linda and I will have a table in the Dealer Room -- please stop by to say hello! It is always a pleasure to meet readers face to face, and the Fest is one of the best ways to do that!

And now, without further ado, we present the April issue -- which contains four stories for your enjoyment!:

"The Answer's At The End" by Lisa N. Collins - A young woman, born in the Golden City during the height of Flower Power, discovers more than 35 years later that she met her favorite Beatle when he made a short visit to San Francisco the Summer of 1967.

"Nowhere Man - Part 10" by Angel Godiva - In the conclusion, the last remaining obstacle that could betray John and Mavis to the outside world is removed.

"Paul's Boxers - Part 5" by Elizabeth Darcy - Paul realizes he's gotten in way over his head with Charley, and determines to help her win the REAL man of her dreams...

"Please Hold" by Lisha Goldberg - It's funny what can happen due to those mix-ups at the phone company...

As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com. Enjoy the April issue -- and if you're going to be at the Fest next weekend, please do stop by and introduce yourself!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ "War is over if you want it." -- John Lennon "Nothing in all the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity." - Martin Luther King, Jr. "A little rebellion now and then is a good thing." -- Thomas Jefferson Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of ROOFTOP SESSIONS - The Finest in Beatles-Related Fiction -- http://www.rooftopsessions.com

Update (4/5/05)

From Bill King:

Hi Steve, Beatlefan #153 is out, and in it readers will find:

--"Hello/Goodbye," a special photo feature from our archives showing a fascinating selection of solo Beatle airport shots through the years, with a succession of fashion looks and companions.

--Al Sussman reminisces with Mark Lapidos of the Fest for Beatles Fans about the long and winding road to the 100th in the series of fan conventions; Rip Rense talks with Chris Carter of the Los Angeles "Breakfast With The Beatles", the Beatles radio show with a different menu from most such offerings; Rick Glover looks at all those special goodies inserted "between the covers" of Beatles and solo Beatle LPs over the years; we present a sample of a special new column, My Beatles, now appearing on the Beatlefan/PLUS! page at www.beatlefan.com; and we look at the latest in Beatles video, CDs and books, including the new Rutles DVD; the best-quality bootleg DVD from last year's McCartney European tour; "Revolved", a new Beatles mashup album; and Bruce Spizer's long-awaited "The Beatles Solo on Apple Records".

--Also, in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we offer the latest news plus the previously untold story of Ringo Starr's New Year's Eve performance with Eric Clapton, a report on Pattie Boyd's San Francisco photo exhibition, talk with Bruce Spizer about the challenges of documenting the solo Beatles releases on Apple Records for his new book, plus fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake and more Beatle mysteries solved by The Word. A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #153. For more information on subscribing to Beatlefan, go to www.beatlefan.com.

Coming in Issue #154:Looking back with longtime Beatles friend and associate Tony Bramwell. Check it out!

From Scott Miller:

Hi Steve,

I just got my subscriber's copy of the latest issue of Goldmine (#645, April 15, 2005) and it contains the new Beatle Beat column by Gillian Gaar. Not much new news for anyone who's been following your newspage, but a nice addition to the magazine nonetheless. It runs in every other issue, alternating with a column on Elvis. In addition to that, there's also a great interview with Bruce Spizer about "The Beatles Solo On Apple Records," and a review of same (Mark Wallgren, the reviewer, says that it's automatically the top candidate for Best Beatles Book of 2005), along with a great photo of Macca performing with Tony Bennett at last year's Bridge School Benefit on page 16. There's also a nice article on Chris Curtis, which I thought would interest other British Invasion fans. Quite a lot of Beatle-related stuff in this issue! take care,

From Doug Richardson:

Hi Steve--Rolling Stone has a cover story on "The Children of Rock" which includes Sean Lennon. An excerpt can be read at www.rollingstone.com (Click on the "The Children of Rock" headline.)

Update (3/23/05)

From J. Carpenter:

Noticed Paul McCartney on the cover of a magazine called "Grand". As in Grand-parents... At last check the website didn't have anything but the magazine itself is in stores now. http://www.grandmagazine.com/

Keep up the good work!

Update (3/11/05)

From Pete Nash:

The BRITISH BEATLES FAN CLUB MAGAZINE is a full colour professionally printed publication, published quarterly www.britishbeatlesfanclubco.uk .

The magazine is produced by and includes regular contributions from former Beatles Book Monthly news editor Pete Nash, Craig Smith, Richard Porter, Lucy Carter, David Bedford, Stan Williams (schoolmate of John Lennon & George Harrison), Merseybeat founder Bill Harry and Quarryman Rod Davis. Issue #17 of The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is now available with articles on:

• Eric Griffiths Tribute
• Beatles Over London
• Majestic Ballroom
• 14 Unreleased Beatles Songs
• Abbey Road Wall
• Bridge School Benefit Concert
• Upcoming events
• Bootleg, book, CD, DVD releases
• News, reviews and more...

The Annual Subscription for The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is: UK = £15 / Europe = 35 Euro's / USA = $39.oo. Payment can be made by: 1. cheque or money order (in UK pounds sterling) made payable to BBFC Publishing, 2. Cash by registered mail - US$ and Euro's accepted, 3. Credit Card via PayPal using thebeatlecellar@hotmail.com . For further information, sample copies or back issues please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope or 2 x International Reply Coupons to: BBFC Publishing, PO Box 756, Bradford BD2 3WY, United Kingdom. www.britishbeatlesfanclubco.uk

From Maria Ribera:

Hi Steve!

Just saw on http://www.hellomagazine.com, that Heather is on the cover of their new printed edition. The cover says: "HEATHER MILLS McCARTNEY: SIR PAUL'S WIFE TALKS ABOUT MOTHERHOOD, MODELLING AND THE BELIEFS THAT DRIVE HER." A photo and index of the issue can be found here: http://www.hellomagazine.com/magazine/2005/03/08/0858cover/ She also says: "Motherhood is the most demanding and rewarding job in the world."

Thanks for keeping a fabulous website! Maria

Update (3/9/05)

From Carl Savich:

http://www.hellomagazine.comckquote>Magazine alerts: GOURMET magazine has a parody of the ABBEY ROAD album on its cover in its current issue, available on news stands.

http://www.hellomagazine.com/magazine/2005/03/08/0858cover/858cover/" TARGET="new">http://www.hellomagazine.com/magazine/2005/03/08/0858cover/

Hello Readers! Well, it's March 1st, and time again for another new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction on the Web. And now, we proudly present our March issue, ushering in our sixth year!:

"Nowhere Man - Part 9" by Angel Godiva - John's closely guarded secret is discovered -- and the people of Harmony rally around him.

"Paul's Boxers - Part 4" by Elizabeth Darcy - Charley takes Paul up on his offer to help her nab Nathan, but she doesn't count on falling for the wrong man...

"Starr Trek - Part 2" by Lisha Goldberg - There are some very strange goings-on happening in outer space...

"1960s" by Helen Marketti - A poem reflecting on a turbulent time. As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com -- please do consider writing to the authors; email links appear at the end of every story for you to contact them, and it is really terrific if you take the time to comment. Enjoy the March issue, and thank you all again for making Rooftop Sessions the most successful Beatles fan fiction website on the 'net!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief

Update (2/27/05)

From Joseph DiCupillo:

The Beatles are on the cover of the new issue of Record Collector with the story-worldwide Rarities. Also John is supposedly on the cover of the new Acoustic Guitar Magazine

Update (2/24/05)

From Daytrippin' Magazine:

Dear Daytrippin¹ Readers,

Many of you have already received a letter in the mail stating that, due to financial considerations, Daytrippin¹ Magazine will no longer be published in print form. However, we will still maintain a free online version of our magazine and fan club at http://www.daytrippin.com. Visit the Daytrippin¹ website for the latest Beatles news, special interviews and articles from our Daytrippin¹ staff, reviews of new Beatles products, and of course, free giveaways of Beatles merchandise.

A letter is in the mail for all current subscribers offering them instructions on how to claim back issues in exchange for the number of issues left in their subscription. As you know each issue of Daytrippin¹ contains timeless articles and interviews which are relevant in understanding Beatles¹ history and therefore will never be out of date.

Our talented Daytrippin' writers will continue to contribute original and exclusive Beatle-related content to the Daytrippin' website. Check out the latest article and great photos by musician Jan Owen about his recent trip to Miami and the Deauville Hotel where the Beatles made their second appearance live on the Ed Sullivan Show 41 years ago this month at http://www.daytrippin.com/beatles_fan_club.htm.

And from Lou Sessa:

Hi Steve,

Spotted the March 2005 Gourmet Magaizine today at my local library. The familiar-looking cover caught my eye. Here is a link to their website, but the cover photo is rather small: http://www.epicurious.com/gourmet/.

And from Bruce Muni:

There was a small picture and a one line mention of Ringo in the current issue of ESPN the Magazine. In a joke NFL off season odds speculation it was printed that the odds would be 11 to 1 that NFL commisioner Paul Tagliabue would be receiving a call from Ringo.

Thanks for your great web site.

Update (2/18/05)

From Kris Tash:

Steve,

The current issue of People mag with Julia Roberts on the cover (2/21/05) has a cute picture of Paul from the Super Bowl in the Star Tracks section. <http://www.epicurious.com/gourmet//bhttp://www.epicurious.com/gourmet/lSpotted the March 2005 Gourmet Magaizine today at my local library. The familiar-looking cover caught my eye. Here is a link to their website, but the cover photo is rather small: http://www.epicurious.com/gourmet/http://www.epicurious.com/gourmet/ockquote>

Update (2/11/05)

From Bruce Howard:

Hello Steve,

Here's the info on our latest TWBF fanzine (regular issue # 53), 
available now: 

The World Beatles Forum fanzine is proud to announce that in a spirit 
of cooperation, The World Beatles Forum fanzine AND Beatlology 
magazine are simultaneously publishing a NEW interview with author 
Mark LEWISOHN.  Please contact each publication separately for more 
information.   

Our March / April 2005 issue features Brad Howard's interview with 
Mark Lewisohn.  Mark discusses his new multi-book project on The 
Beatles, the possibility of a Hollywood Bowl CD, sonically enhancing 
The Beatles' catalogue, more on his participation in the John Lennon 
Anthology project, the so-called suitcase from Australia discovery, 
the possibility of updating his Beatles recording sessions and 
chronicle books, how he got involved with the Capitol Albums project, 
the Let It Be DVD release, his future plans and more.

Also in this issue, we have a NEW conversation with author Mitch 
Axelrod.  Mitch talks about his background and how he came to write 
his book on the Beatles Saturday morning cartoons.  He also discusses 
the planning of the cartoon series from its inception to its 
conclusion, the famous Al Brodax washroom story, Peter Sander and the 
look of the characters, the biggest error in the series, the 
repeating of locales for different episodes, the reuse of specific 
cels, Sweet Pea from the Popeye series "guesting" on The Beatles 
cartoon show, the editing of the Beatles music, cartoon ideas that 
didn't happen, storyboards, the censoring and editing of the show, 
the original cartoon cels, new discoveries since his book was first 
published, the syndication of the show, The Beatles reaction to the 
show, the possibility of the show on DVD, the counterfeit DVDs, the 
past and present marketing of the cartoon characters, and much more.

Also, Mark Peters tells the tale of how the Rock And Roll Circus 
video release almost never was, Chris Courtney takes a warm look back 
at George Harrison's Extra Texture album.  Author Piers Hemmingsen 
reveals more from his new book with two exclusive extracts on the 
Canadian versions of the Chart Busters Volume 4 and The Big Hits From 
England & U.S.A. albums.

We also offer 5 new reviews - CDs and DVDs, and don't forget 
our tell-it-like-it-is analysis and commentary columns.
  
Now in our 10th year, The World Beatles Forum does NOT contain major 
advertising AND we have never had a price increase.

We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine 
(if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to:

make check (cheque) payable to:

Brad HOWARD 

c/o The World Beatles Forum
69 Dalecroft Cr.,
Ottawa, ON
CANADA, K2G 5V7

Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com  
Our PayPal id is: beatles@happy.mondenet.com

Thank-you,
Brad Howard
Publisher/Editor
The World Beatles Forum fanzine
beatles@happy.mondenet.com

P. S. These available interview back issues are still $3 US each:
#13 - Paul White (first Capitol executive to sign The Beatles)  
#23 - Bruce Spizer, part 1
#24 - Bruce Spizer, part 2
#25 - Bill Harry (this is a massive interview)
#29 - Sid Bernstein
#37 - Bruce Spizer, part 3
#39 - Allan Williams (this may be his finest interview)
#43 - Rusty Anderson 
#44 - Chas Newby (bassist with The Beatles)
#45 - Pete Best
#46 - Howie Casey, Part 1
#47 - Howie Casey, Part 2 
#48 - Steve Holley, Part 1
#49 - Steve Holley, Part 2
#51 - Jackie Lomax, Part 1
#52 - Jackie Lomax, Part 2

From Susan Ryan:

We have a terrific issue for you this month, featuring four stories, including the long-awaited return of Lisha Goldberg! And so, without further ado, we proudly present the February issue:

"A Man, Imagined" by Anna Carolina Fagundes - Jonathan Brown, a talented young musician, is linked through a tabloid invention to George Harrison. Jonathan knows there is no way such a foolish story could be true - but the Beatle himself is not exactly sure about it...

"Nowhere Man - Part 8" byAngel Godiva - When Yoko is shot, John is forced to leave Harmony Island and return briefly to his former life. But it is the precious burden he brings back with him from New York that could threaten to expose his secret...

"Paul's Boxers - Part 3" by Elizabeth Darcy - Charley gets her big break with a London gallery showing her artwork -- and realizes that she's falling in love with Cindy's boyfriend, while Cindy is still obsessed with Paul!

"Starr Trek - Part 1" by Lisha Goldberg - In the year 2024, Paul wants to do something really special for the Beatles' 60th Anniversary...only he has to deal with George and Ringo first...
As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are email links at the end of each story for you to contact the authors. Please do consider dropping them a line, they love to hear from you! Enjoy the February issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions
http://www.rooftopsessions.com

Update (2/8/05)

From Bill King of Beatlefan:

Hi Steve,

Beatlefan #152 is out, and in it readers will find: Al Sussman takes a look at the musical transformation that came over The Beatles from late 1964 and throughout 1965, as the The Beatles and Bob Dylan influenced each other, the result being the Fabs' brand of folk-rock. Also in this issue, Yoko Ono talks with Jody Denberg about the two sides of John Lennon reflected in the "Acoustic" album and the reissue of "Rock 'n' Roll", Wally Podrazik examines how Capitol Records' treatment of The Beatles' recordings in the 1960s may have been a precursor to the future of Beatles music in the digital age, Bill King provides A Fan's Notes on those early Capitol Beatles LPs, the second part of Jorie Gracen's interview with tour photographer Bill Bernstein talks about Paul McCartney offstage and backstage, and Belmo provides a preview of his next book with a look at Beatles tribute recordings. And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we offer news on the upcoming McCartney tour, Ringo's DVD project with comic book legend Stan Lee, an on-the-scene report on the McCartney's stint on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?", a chat with photographer Jack Mitchell about his 1980 sessions with John & Yoko, fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake and more Beatle mysteries solved by The Word.

A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #152. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope). In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com.

Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com. And be sure to check out the offerings on the Beatlefan/PLUS! and 25th Anniversary Archive pages! . . .

COMING IN ISSUE #153: Hello/Goodbye, a unique feature from our photo archives. Check it out!

Update (1/18/05)

From Doug Richardson:

Hi Steve -- The February 2005 issue of Playboy has an article on Jerry Lee Lewis entitled "Natural Born Killer," by Robert Gordon with a brief Ringo anecdote. According to Lewis, Ringo was supposed to play on Lewis's 1973 "London Sessions" album; however, "we kept him waiting--not on purpose, but it just happened--until he couldn't get in the room and he announced, ' Y'all can shove this record up your butts,' and he walked out of there." Gordon adds "Ringo Starr probably didn't say 'y'all,' but Lewis sure did, cackling."

Update (1/13/05)

From Shawn Rubenfeld:

Issue 4 Now Available!!! Inside this Issue: Beatallica! What happens when you mix the music of the Beatles with the music of Metallica? The exclusive interview inside, The Beatles by the numbers, The Top 20 Beatles songs, Weird Al and the Beatles, Book Reviews and DVD Reviews and MUCH MORE!!! This issue is available for only $4 which can be paid by check (made out to Shawn Rubenfeld), Money Order or Cash to Shawn Rubenfeld, 778 Truman ave, East Meadow, NY 11554. Issue 3 is also available for just $3 and so are $20 yearly subscriptions...please visit www.geocities.com/beatlezine for details.

Update (1/12/05)

From Kelly Shackleton:

John Lennon graces the cover of the Feb/March 2005 issue of Tracks.

Update (1/7/05)

From João Paulo Petersen in Brazil:

Tokyo Beatles Fan Club Magazine - issue 34 - is out. This issue features the following subjects:

The label Toshiba organized in Tokyo on November 14th of 2004 an event called "The Preview of 'The Beatles '64 Box': Let's Hold Their Hands in Roppongi, Tokio" to promote the release of the boxed 4-CD set "The Capitol Albums Vol. 1". The report was written by Hideo Okakura.

Otohei Shima looks at the latest releases: More details about the boxed 4-CD set "The Capitol Albums Vol. 1", the 4-DVD set "Live Aid"and the CD single "Do They Know It's Christmas?" Paul McCartney plays bass in the new version of this song.

Kenji Maeda did a report about Liverpool Convention 2004 and its special guests such as: Julia Baird, John Lennon's half-sister, the sculptor Tom Murphy, who created a huge statue of John Lennon at Liverpool's John Lennon Airport, Freda Kelly, the former secretary of the Beatles Fan Club. (she was there for the first time)

Kenji Maeda wrote an article called "One of the Oldest Autographs of the Beatles". When the Beatles toured with the singer Johnny Gentle to Scotland in May 1960, they used others names on the stage. As we know Paul, for example, was Paul Ramon and George was Carl Harrison. One rare Beatles' autograph using these names was found recently. Kenji explains all the story.

Also, Kenj Maeda remembers letter which he received from the actor Leo McKern in 1995. He acted as Clang in film "Help!". McKern passed away in July of 2002.

"The Beatles Spots in the World: Part 3. Hamburg. Ton Hoofwijk decribes the important places the German city in the Beatles carrer. The Indra, the Kaiserkeller, the Top Ten Club, among others.

Other sections: Beatles book review, disc news and much more. João Paulo Petersen from Brazil

And Brad Howard of World Beatles Forum:

Hello Steve,
 
Here's the info on our new fanzine (regular issue # 52), available now: 

The World Beatles Forum fanzine is proud to announce that our January / February 2005 issue features part 2 of our interview with former Apple recording artist, Jackie LOMAX.  Jackie discusses his time at Apple with George and Paul, working with Denny Laine in a group called Balls, recording with Doris Troy, doing session work for Apple artists, getting Pete Ham and Tom Evans to record with Heavy Jelly, the Three album, recording with Badger, working with Allen Toussaint, Klaus Voormann's famous album cover design for Did You Ever Have That Feeling?, the new CD - The Ballad Of Liverpool Slim, his official web-site - www.jackielomax.com, and his current and future plans, and much more.

Also in this issue, we highlight George Martin's contributions as a musician for The Beatles.  Chris Courtney takes a look back at Wings' early singles.  Author Piers Hemmingsen gives us a peek at his new book with an extensive extract featuring the Very Together LP on 
Polydor Canada.

We also offer 9 new reviews - CDs, DVDs, and book, and don't forget our tell-it-like-it-is analysis and commentary columns.
  
Now in our 11th year, The World Beatles Forum does NOT contain major advertising AND we have never had a price increase.

We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine 
(if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to:

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Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com  
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P. S. These exclusive interview back issues are still available
(just $3 US each):
#13 - Paul White (Capitol of Canada exec. who first signed The Beatles)  
#23 - Bruce Spizer, part 1
#24 - Bruce Spizer, part 2
#25 - Bill Harry (this is a massive interview)
#29 - Sid Bernstein
#36 - Doug Sulpy
#37 - Bruce Spizer, part 3
#39 - Allan Williams (this may be his finest interview)
#43 - Rusty Anderson 
#44 - Chas Newby (bassist with The Beatles)
#45 - Pete Best
#46 - Howie Casey, Part 1
#47 - Howie Casey, Part 2 
#48 - Steve Holley, Part 1
#49 - Steve Holley, Part 2
#51 - Jackie Lomax, Part 1

From Susan Ryan:

Happy New Year! The new issue is now up and running, and we hope you will enjoy our offerings for January, consisting of four new stories for your perusal!

"Ivonne - Part 2" by Linda Cooper - As Paul's relationship with Ivonne intensifies, he discovers that she has a horrifying secret...

"Nowhere Man - Part 7" by Angel Godiva - As the truth about "Joshua's" fate becomes known, John's carefully guarded secret is threatened.

"Paul's Boxers - Part 2" by Elizabeth Darcy - Cindy finally gets her chance to meet Paul -- only to cause serious complications and humiliation for Charlotte!

"Ring Out The Old, Ring In The New" by Beth Shorten - The sequel to "Winter Rose," in which Jennifer spends New Year's in Hawaii with the Harrisons, only to run into someone else on her way home...

As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are email links at the end of each story for you to contact the authors. Please do consider dropping them a line, it is the sincerest form of praise for their work!

Enjoy the January issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions
http://www.rooftopsessions.com

Update (12/19/04)

From João Paulo Petersen in Brazil:

The issue 17 of the Italian magazine Macca Planet is out:

It features exclusive interviews with Rusty Anderson and Brian Ray, both from Paul McCartney's band. There are three reviews of Paul's live shows in his '04 Summer Tour made in Europe. The first review is about Paris show on June 24th written by Elena Savio, the second is about Zurich show on June 2nd written by Cristiana Bonfanti and Stefania Delle Frate and the third is about Oslo on 14th June written by Angela Franni. Also, Alessandro Franzini did a report about artists which recorded songs of the Beatles. You can find much more on Macca Planet's pages.

Update (12/10/04)

From Jeremy Blackmore in the UK:

Saw your magazine update on Guitar World Acoustic. Just a quick note to let you know that the same interview with Paul appears in its sister magazine Guitarist plus a serious in-depth look at John's guitar playing which is very positve and points up how innovative some of John's fretwork was, despite his modesty in this area. The magazine also includes a lesson in how to play Here Comes the Sun including a demonstration on its free CD and a video section demonstrating Macca's unique acoustic guitar playing style. Keep up the great work Steve,

Update (12/8/04)

From Bill King of Beatlefan:

Hi Steve,

Beatlefan #151 is out, and in it readers will find:

--Bruce Spizer takes readers behind the scenes for an inside look at how and why "The Capitol Albums Vol. 1" reissue box set of American Beatles albums came to be, and he also debunks a lot of popular myths about The Beatles' Capitol albums.
--Also in this issue, meet "The Beetles" as Jim Yoakum takes a look at the '60s phenomenon of "cash-in" records inspired by The Beatles, go backstage with Paul McCartney as Jorie Gracen interviews official tour photographer Bill Bernstein, find out about how hard-core Beatles fan Eddie Deezen came to play the quintessential Beatles geek in the movie "I Wanna Hold Your Hand", and find out about George Harrison's career as a film producer in an interview Robert Sellers, author of a book about HandMade Films. Plus reviews of new DVDs (bootleg and legit), the new John Lennon "Acoustic" album and the "Rock 'n' Roll" reissue, and two new coffee-table books that a lot of fans will be giving and getting for the holidays.
--And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we offer detailed on-the-scene reports from McCartney's recent Adopt-A-Minefield and Bridge School benefit performances and offer tips on checking out Beatles "mash-ups" online, plus all the rest of the latest Beatlenews, answers to readers' questions in The Word and fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake (who have even more Beatles gossip on the Devil's Radio page).

A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #151. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope). In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com.

Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com. And be sure to check out the offerings on the Beatlefan/PLUS! and 25th Anniversary Archive pages! . . . COMING IN ISSUE #152: How The Beatles got into folk-rock, and an interview with Yoko Ono. Check it out!

Update (12/6/04)

The BRITISH BEATLES FAN CLUB MAGAZINE is a full colour professionally printed publication, published quarterly www.britishbeatlesfanclubco.uk The magazine is produced by and includes regular contributions from former Beatles Book Monthly news editor Pete Nash, Craig Smith, Richard Porter, Lucy Carter, David Bedford, Stan Williams (schoolmate of John Lennon & George Harrison), Merseybeat founder Bill Harry and Quarryman Rod Davis. Issue #16 of The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is now available with articles on:

Each One Believing - Bill Bernstein interview

The Pretty Nurse of Penny Lane

Beatles Channel Islands concerts

Capitol Albums on CD - Bruce Spizer

Beatles Day Trips

Convention Round-Up

Upcoming events

Bootleg, book, CD, DVD releases

News, reviews and more...

The Annual Subscription for The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is: UK = £15 / Europe = 35 Euro's / USA = $39.oo. Payment can be made by: 1. cheque or money order (in UK pounds sterling) made payable to BBFC Publishing, 2. Cash by registered mail - US$ and Euro's accepted, 3. Credit Card via PayPal using thebeatlecellar@hotmail.com . For further information, sample copies or back issues please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope or 2 x International Reply Coupons to: BBFC Publishing, PO Box 756, Bradford BD2 3WY, United Kingdom www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk

Hi,

FYI...There's a new interview with Paul McCartney in the Dec/Jan 2005 issue of "Guitar World Acoustic". Of interest on pg 52, McCartney states his next album would be released around now of 2005. (Laurence Juber is also featured in that issue. For more details, .)

Update (12/4/04)

It's December 1st, and time again for another issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fan fiction! We've got a fabulous, jam-packed issue for you this month, featuring four stories and three poems. We hope that all our American readers had a happy and healthy Thanksgiving and that everyone has a wonderful Holiday Season!

A few announcements:

We have added a few updated LINKS to our LINKS PAGE ( http://www.rooftopsessions.com/linkpage.html ) -- Abbeyrd's Beatle Page (thank you!), The Fest for Beatles Fans, Marmalade Skies and the Guide to Grammar and Writing. Please be sure to check out these fab links, as well as all the other wonderful pages of interest on the list!

As always, if you are a fan fiction writer who would like to submit your work for consideration, be sure to read our SUBMISSION GUIDELINES (http://www.rooftopsessions.com/guidelines.htm ) and our FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ( http://www.rooftopsessions.com/FAQ.htm ) before doing so. These pages contain all the information and instructions you need in order to properly submit your work to Rooftop Sessions.

And now, without further ado, we proudly present our December issue!:

"The Honeymoon Song - Part 1" by Lena King - John and Lee return home from Venice with the secret of their marriage intact -- but who is threatening to expose them in more ways than one?

"Ivonne - Part 1" by Linda Cooper - He was only with her for six short weeks...but Paul was consumed by her...

"Nowhere Man - Part 6" by Angel Godiva - The young stranger they have taken in develops an unhealthy obsession with Mavis...and it is up to John to save her, with serious consequences.

"Paul's Boxers - Part 1" by Elizabeth Darcy - Charlotte moved to London to study art -- little did she know that she would end up with a Paul McCartney-obsessed roommate!

"Abbey Road Song" by Anna Carolina Fagundes - A poem inspired by a trip to Abbey Road.

"Anyroad (My Scale For You)" by Lacey Michelle - A poem inspired by the Beatles and their music.

"What I Understand" by Sharon Richards - Another inspirational poem from our Poetry Editor! As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are e-mail links at the end of each story so that you can write to the authors and let them know what you think of their work. Please do consider writing to them, they love to hear from readers! Enjoy the December issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions

The January 2005 issue of Trains magazine has an article titled "Night Train to Beatlemania" written by Ron Flanary about taking the train to see the Beatles perform in Cincinnati on August 20, 1966. This article is mostly of interest as an oddity. I didn't find Flanary's comments about the show to be particularly interesting his train commentary was nerdy even by railfan standards. Accompanying the article are five photos by Gordon Baer.

TV Guide has one of it's many multiple cover weeks coming up to celebrate the Greatest TV Moments and the Beatles with Ed Sullivan are one of the covers (Captain Kirk and Lieutenant Uhura are another cover due to the famous interacial kiss episode of Star Trek back in the 60's). Love your site,

Update (12/1/04)

Here's the info on our new fanzine (regular issue # 51), available now: 

The World Beatles Forum fanzine is proud to announce that our November / December 2004
 issue features part 1 of our interview with former Apple recording artist, Jackie LOMAX.  Jackie 
discusses his early years in Liverpool, joining the Undertakers, playing in Hamburg, beinging
 on the same bill as The Beatles, touring North America and beinging stranded in Canada, 
being signed by Brian Epstein, the Lomax Alliance, recording for Apple, George Harrison
 as a producer, singing backup on The Beatles' Dear Prudence, recording the album Is 
This What You Want?, having 3 Beatles on the album, and much more.
 
Also in this issue, we highlight the history of the four New Musical Express Poll Winners
 Concerts that include The Beatles.  Lloyd Monaghan visits the cover songs on the Long
 Tall Sally EP, and A Collection Of Beatles Oldies and the Help! albums.  Frank 
Branchini is back with commentary in Frankly Speaking, while Chris Courtney
 critiques a recent Pete Best concert.  And, Ringo fans will delight in 
K. B. Rambler's (The Completist) article on Ringo's solo acting appearances. 

We also offer our puzzle page, Beatles Bits, 8 new reviews - CDs, bootleg, 
DVDs, and don't forget our tell-it-like-it-is analysis and commentary columns.
  
Now in our 10th year, The World Beatles Forum does NOT contain major
 advertising AND we have never had a price increase.

We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine 
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P. S. These exclusive interview back issues are still available ($3 US each):
#13 - Paul White (the Capitol of Canada exec. who first signed The Beatles)  
#19 - Mark Lewisohn (now in its 7th printing)
#23 - Bruce Spizer, part 1
#24 - Bruce Spizer, part 2
#25 - Bill Harry (this is a massive interview)
#26 - Geoffrey Giuliano (the second most hated man in Beatledom) 
#29 - Sid Bernstein
#36 - Doug Sulpy
#37 - Bruce Spizer, part 3
#39 - Allan Williams (this may be his finest interview)
#43 - Rusty Anderson 
#44 - Chas Newby (bassist with The Beatles)
#45 - Pete Best
#46 - Howie Casey, Part 1
#47 - Howie Casey, Part 2 
#48 - Steve Holley, Part 1
#49 - Steve Holley, Part 2

The Beatles are on the cover of the December 2004 issue of Discoveries. The title of the article is "Bill Carlson Redisovers The Beatles. Nice cover layout.

Update (11/24/04)

The Mojo John photo was taken in the summer of '67, with John very much in the 'Sgt' Pepper' look. He's carrying Julian's bucket and spade, with Julian and Mimi. The photo was taken in the seaside resort of Bournemouth, on the south coast of England. Particuarly interesting to me, as I live in Bournemouth.

Update (11/23/04)

Steve, I love and read your news every day! I think the Mojo picture in the December issue must be John, Mimi and Julian in 1967, as Sean was not born until 1975. Thanks for all your hard work!

Hi Steve,

I thought you might be interested in a couple of Beatles related items that had appeared over here in England. The December issue of Mojo magazine has a previously unpublished photo of John, Sean and Aunt Mimi taken while on a day out to the seaside in 1967. It's worth seeing, not least as John's fly appears to be wide open.

George's garden was featured in a BBC 2 television programme "Gardens Through Time." It didn't mention George but Sir Francis Crisp, the original owner, was profiled. The garden is fantastic. It's a shame that so few people get to see it. But of course it's still a family home and closed to the public.

Steve: Just wanted to pass along this one. The December/January '05 issue of GUITAR WORLD-ACOUSTIC has a McCartney cover, interview (a way excellent picture of Sir Paul along side his Epiphone Texan acoustic.., which Gibson will be replicating to sell with proceeds going to Adopt-A-Minefield. There will be several classifications of rarity on those for sale, so if you're interested, hurry!) Fairly nice interview with a small exert from ex-Winger Laurence Juber, a positive review of Lennon's "Acoustic" CD, plus transcriptions of "Mother Nature's Son" & "Strawberry Fields Forever". As a closing note, let's see if Paul plays "Blackbird" on his next tour, and if so if he introduces it as "Bachbird"!

Issue 840 of Hello (2 November 2004, Hugh Grant cover) is full of Beatle photos and articles: photos of Paul, Heather and Beatrice (whose face is pixillated) on the Beach in California (P. 24), Sir George and Lady Martin (P. 31), a yellow submarine related photo (P. 38), Ringo and Barbara (P. 47) and an article about Joe Brown where he talks about his friendship with George Harrison (P. 112). Barnes and Noble and Borders carry Hello. Since this is a weekly magazine if you are looking for it you better move fast. Thanks to Rosemary Rieman for the heads up on this one. Frank C. Branchini

Update (11/2/04)

Hello Friends!

It's November 1, and time once again for the brand-new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction. We have an outstanding issue for you this month, featuring three stories and a poem, and including work from two authors who are being published on Rooftop for the first time. Here are our offerings for November!:

"The Morning After The Night Before" by Jennifer Darling - Exactly what DID happen at that party last night?

"Nowhere Man - Part 5" by Angel Godiva - The outside world threatens to encroach upon Mavis and John's idyllic life on Harmony Island.

"Your Spirit's Watching Over Me" by Jennifer Alward - A young girl meets her hero, then learns that he’s been much closer to her than she ever realized.

"Live At The London Palladium" by Liz Bergen - A poem inspired by a photo on a vintage poster. As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com . Enjoy the November issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions

Hi, Steve--

The November issue of ICE Magazine has a "Compact News" story on the two new Lennon albums, which includes some previously-unknown recording dates for some "Rock and Roll" tracks. There's also a piece about the new "For the Lady" CD for Burma, which features a previously-unreleased single version of "Freedom."

Update (10/25/04)

The Beatles issue of Goldmine magazine is hot off the press. It contains an irreverent career overview by British writer Sean Egan, an article on a Toronto John Lennon art exhibit, an article on how the Beatles affected punk music, book reviews, articles on the Al Brodax revisionist history book on Yellow Submarine, an interview with Tom Wilkes (the graphic designer behind George's first few albums), a funny story from a collector who thought he had a John Lennon autographed sleeve to Yoko only to finally realize it was the standard P.O.B. inner sleeve and much, much more. Oh yeah, it also has an article on the first four U.S. albums by some tax attorney from New Orleans. In the article, the obsessive author provides the names of the Capitol engineers who mastered the mono and stereo albums, making this information public for the first time. (Like, duh, who really cares about that stuff!!!!) The wrap-around back cover features a ad for some books that everyone in this group should own. Nuff Said!!!!!

Bruce "Buy the Goldmine Beatles issue (and the books advertised on the back cover)" Spizer

Update (10/22/04)

Hi :-) Anyone in the San Diego area might want to pick up a copy of the Reader, the free local weekly magazine this week. The Oct. 21 (available until Oct. 27) issue has a major cover story called "Curse of the Ranch," the story about Ralph Whitworth, the man who paid $1,000,000 to have Paul McCartney play at a local club for his wife's 50th Birthday party. The article focuses on the couple's recent split, but includes info on that secret gig, and the issue sports a full color picture of Paul McCartney with Wendy Whitworth from that night on the cover. You can also see it onlinehttp://www.sdreader.com - click on the cover to read the article- thanks again for a great site! :-)

Hi Maccafans!

The new issue of paulmccartney.fm is off the presses and ready to mail out. As we explained before, we held back this issue in hopes that there would be news about the new McCartney album. Although we are still awaiting word on that project, this issue was well worth the wait. Three exclusive interviews are spotlighted in the magazine. Tony Barrow, the Beatles PR man, talk about his new book about McCartney and discusses his unique view of the Beatle years. Brian Ray talk about being on tour with Paul, the new album, and his other projects. Bill Bernstein, who provided the exclusive cover photo along with MPL, talks about his new book on the "Driving" tours and about photographing Paul from 1989 to now.

In addition, we have the second part of our focus on the unique Japanese Macca single, other Paul new and new releases, and much much more . In order to subscribe to the FULL version and receive the magazine, you can simply send Euro 15.00 (or US $15.00). Back issues are sold for Euro 7.00 (US $7.00) each. If you do not have a credit card, you can pay directly with cash by sending the money in a closed envelope to our address: AC Off the Web - Via Guido Zanobini 21 - 00175 Rome (Italy).

For further information you can contact our staff at the email address: fanclub@paulmccartney.fm

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Update (10/15/04)

The Beat Magazine has a feature this month on Beatlemania.

Update (10/8/04)

We have another fine issue for you this month, featuring three stories and some poetry. ... And so, without further ado, here are our offerings for October:

"Backstage Pass" by Jennifer Darling - John takes a stroll backstage during rehearsals for the first Ed Sullivan Show appearance, and has run-ins with a future Monkee, a Welsh singer with "tons of talent," and a stubborn television producer.

"In Spite Of All The Danger - Part 3" by Suzanne Warren - With George in the hospital, the show must still go on...even though the days and nights in Hamburg are taking their toll...

"Nowhere Man - Part 4" by Angel Godiva - Mavis has to break some unexpected news to John, and she just is not certain how he will react...

More Poetry by Robin Roberts - Two new poems!

As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are e-mail links at the end of each story for you to contact the authors regarding their work. Please consider dropping them a line -- they love to hear from readers! Enjoy the October issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions

Hi Steve,

Beatlefan #150 is out, and in it readers will find:

Al Sussman reveals the Top 25 most popular covers versions of Beatles songs in American and Britain, based strictly on chart showings. Here's a surprise: The oft-played Beatles cover used as theme song for a popular TV series a few years ago didn't make the U.S. Top 25! We throw in our own honorable mentions of songs that didn't make the list but are worthy of your attention, too.

Also in this issue, we present an exclusive interview with "Let It Be" director Michael Lindsay-Hogg, excerpted from Belmo's new book "The Beatles Artifacts", in which he talks about shooting the "Paperback Writer"/"Rain" and "Hey Jude"/"Revolution" promos, the inside story of how "Let It Be" was filmed, what happened when George Harrison walked out of the sessions and why it's taken so long for Apple to prepare the long-awaited "Let It Be" DVD! We also present the never-before-revealed story of the Man Who "Killed" Paul McCartney -- in other words, the guy who inadvertently may have launched the Paul-Is-Dead phenomenon and the story of the real car crash behind it! Rip Rense also speculates about the One After "Abbey Road" -- the Beatles album that might have been. And Vicki Peterson of The Bangles tells Beatlefan readers all about meeting and being honored by Paul McCartney in Liverpool this summer!

And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we offer a roundup of upcoming CD and DVD releases and reissues and new Beatles books, and report on the Apple Computer vs. Apple Corps battle, McCartney's firing of his chief aide, and Yoko Ono's controversial nude banners in Liverpool, plus all the rest of the latest Beatlenews and fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake! A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #150. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope). In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com.

Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com. And be sure to check out the offerings on the Beatlefan/PLUS! and 25th Anniversary Archive pages!

Cheers,
Bill

The Tokio Beatles Fan Club Magazine issue 33 is out. This issue features the following subjects: "Paul McCartney Summer Tour 2004" - with a special review of the St. Petersburg' s show on 20th June 2004 written by Sergey Shmelev. Kenji Maeda wrote an article "Paul McCartney at the Cavern 1968". Paul and Linda McCartney visited Cavern Club in Liverpool on 25th October 1968 "The Beatles Spots Part 2" - the report of Kenji Maeda features the important places of New York in the Beatles career and lives. Also, Otohei Shima wrote an article "John Lennon's New Albums" - "Accoustic" and the reissued "Rock 'N' Roll" album. And the sections: Beatles Book Review, disc News, etc.

Update (9/26/04)

A sort of obscure one, but for those who collect magazine's with Beatle cover stories. The Sept/Oct '04 issue of AIRLINERS (#89) has an article with a few pix detailing info on the 'American Flyers Airline-AFA', which the group used for their '64 & '65 U.S. tours. Not essential reading by any means, but a few nice first hand recollections by those who were involved with the airline at that time. The website for the 'zine is www.airlinersonline.com & an 800 number to see who might sell it in your area, 800-221-3148. Cheers!

Update (9/23/04)

Thank you for mentioning our first issue on your site! I thought you might like to know that our second issue is now online, and has more Beatles content - an article about Paul McCartney playing "Mull of Kintyre" in Toronto on the Drivin' USA tour. That article can be found here: http://www.beingtheremag.com/content/0409/beenthere.html

Thanks again -
Cari Crosby
Media Relations and Marketing
Being There Magazine www.beingtheremag.com

Hi Steve,

Here's the info on our new fanzine, available now: 

The World Beatles Forum fanzine is proud to announce that our September / October 2004 issue contains three (3) interviews!  One is with authors Franck Leenheer and Ed Dieckmann.  They wrote the book on Dark Horse and Ring O' Records and have just released their new George Harrison discography.  They answer questions about the DH and ROR labels and about George Harrison records.  Our second conversation is with Canadian discography author Piers Hemmingsen who has just released Part 2 (the albums) of his The Beatles Canadian Discography (1962-1970).  The final discussion is from Liverpool with Neil Rankin who plays Ringo Starr in the Australian clone band, the Beatels.
 
Also in this issue, we feature the band The Pleasure Garden, aka The Iveys, and their recording: Permissive Paradise.  We talk about the cult film, Son of Dracula, and its very rare, legitimate release on VHS.   
 
Lloyd Monaghan visits the cover songs on The Beatles For Sale, while K. B. Rambler offers his opinion on 3 excellent All Things Must Pass bootlegs.  The Courtney Report examines all around London Town (the album).  

We also offer 9 new reviews - CDs, bootleg, DVDs, book, and don't forget our tell-it-like-it-is analysis and commentary columns.
  
Now approaching our 10th year, our publication does NOT contain major advertising AND we have never had a price increase.

We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine 
(if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to:

The World Beatles Forum
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CANADA, K2G 5V7

subscriptions:
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Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com  
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Thank-you,
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beatles@happy.mondenet.com

P. S. These exclusive interview back issues are still available ($3 US each):
#19 - Mark Lewisohn (now in its 7th printing)
#26 - Julia Baird
#28 - John "Duff" Lowe
#31 - Gordon Waller (of Peter & Gordon)
#33 - Jerry G. Bishop (DJ)
#35 - Andre Perry (Give Peace A Chance producer)
#39 - Allan Williams
#44 - Chas Newby (bassist with The Beatles)
#45 - Pete Best
#46 - Howie Casey, Part 1
#47 - Howie Casey, Part 2 
#48 - Steve Holley, Part 1
#49 - Steve Holley, Part 2

Hi readers!

Here is the September issue:

-- "Confessions of a Painted Man" by Melanie Silver - An exploration of what might have been had Stuart Sutcliffe not died in 1962. -- "In Spite of All the Danger - Part 2" by Suzanne Warren - Things are still dangerous in Hamburg -- and George finds himself in a German hospital. -- "Nowhere Man - Part 3" by Angel Godiva - John starts to reconnect with his old life, and Mavis wonders if life on Harmony Island will really be enough for him -- "40 Years Ago" by Stan Wilson - A poem reflecting on the passage of time... As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are email links at the end of all the stories and poems for you to contact the authors if you so desire. Please consider dropping them a line and letting them know what you think of their work -- they love hearing from you! Enjoy the September issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of ROOFTOP SESSIONS - The Finest in Beatles-Related Fiction
-- http://www.rooftopsessions.com

The October issue of Macworld has a interesting cover: A picture of an Airport Express and an iPod that displays a curious song choice on "Now Playing" screen. The song selection? "Revolution," credited to "The Beatles Past Masters."

Update (9/9/04)

Just a note to let you know that Hello mag's Sept. 7 issue, has part 2 of the interview with Pattie Boyd. Also there is a new large size paperback book in the stores called Paul McCartney: Now and Then, co-authored by Tony Barrow. You can order it from Amazon for $19.!

Here is the link to a new piece I did for Mix Magazine on Geoff Emerick's work for new artist Nellie McKay. Very interesting music, if you haven't had a chance to hear (there's some links at the bottom where you can hear some clips). Hope you enjoy it.

The BRITISH BEATLES FAN CLUB is a full colour professionally printed magazine, published quarterly. The magazine is produced by and includes regular contributions from long term Beatles aficionado Craig Smith, former Beatles Book Monthly news editor Pete Nash, Mersey Beat founder Bill Harry, Quarryman Rod Davis, Liverpool tour guide David Bedford, London tour guide Richard Porter and school friend of John & George Stan Williams. www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk Issue #15 of The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is now available with articles on:

• Paul at LIPA graduation.
• '04 Summer Tour Special.
• The Pretty Nurse of Penny Lane.
• Robert Whitaker interview.
• Crap Photo of the Month!
• News, reviews and more...

The Annual Subscription for The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is: UK = £15 / Europe = 35 Euro's / USA = $39.oo. Payment can be made by: 1. cheque or money order (in UK pounds sterling) made payable to BBFC Publishing, 2. Cash by registered mail - US$ and Euro's accepted, 3. Credit Card via PayPal using thebeatlecellar@hotmail.com . For further information, sample copies or back issues please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope or 2 x International Reply Coupons to: BBFC Publishing, PO Box 756, Bradford BD10 8GZ, United Kingdom. www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk

Issue 3 of the Beatlezine has been completed and all copies will ship within coming weeks...Inside you will find: Censoring the Beatles, an article on Tribute Bands (The Mersey Beatles, and Fab Four), The Cold War and the Beatles, Music Before the Beatles, Exclusive pictures of Sean Lennon, Here, There and Everywhere (a guide to the Beatles key performances), plus reviews of new DVD's, CD's and MUCH MORE!!!!

Also note that we have switched publishers and now look nothing like we have ever done before, You will be blown away by the new look...So as a sort of celebration SUBSCRIPTIONS WILL BE ONLY $10 for TWO WEEKS ONLY...so act fast!!! Go to www.geocities.com/beatlezine or email beatlezine@yahoo.com for all info on subscriptions or issue 3. Otherwise you can send $4 for Issue 3 (cash, check (payable Shawn Rubenfeld), money order) or $10 for a full subscription to: Shawn Rubenfeld, 778 Truman Ave., East Meadow, NY 11554.

Update (8/31/04)

From Barb Siler:

Hi Steve- Hello Magazine has an article "My Life with George Harrison - Pattie Boyd's Memories" in the 8/31/2004 issue #831. Madonna is the main picture on the cover. I can't comment on the contents as I don't have a copy yet - got info from website.

Update (8/24/04)

Being There Magazine, an online journal, this month features a debate on which is the better album: Rubber Soul or Revolver? You can find it here. (Thanks to Cari Crosby of the magazine.)

Update (8/14/04)

More on the new MOJO with the Beatle covers CD (thanks to Terry Ott and Dirk Van Damme for the link).

Update (813/04)

From Dirk Van Damme:

Just got this information from a British friend: The latest edition of Mojo landed on my doormat today, a Beatles in the USA special, with a free CD of various Beatles covers by American artists (there's 2 volumes, I got no. 1). Track 1 is a previously unreleased version of I'm Looking Through You, recorded by The Posies in 2002 for the soundtrack of The Royal Tenenbaums. And it's a good version. Nice one!!!

Update (8/7/04)

From Bill King of Beatlefan:

Steve, Beatlefan #149 is out, and in it readers will find:

We pay tribute to the 40th anniversary of The Beatles' first film, "A Hard Day's Night", and talk to movie director Richard Lester, who did "AHDN" plus "Help!" and John Lennon's "How I Won the War", and also to popular Beatles movie co-star Victor Spinetti, plus musicologist John Stevens looks at the title song of "A Hard Day's Night".

Also in this issue, we wrap up Paul McCartney's recent European tour with reports from each city in a special picture-packed section . . . Bob Hieronimus looks at how the producer of "Yellow Submarine" is trying to submerge Beatles history in his new book .

And we look at the new "Chronology" bootleg DVDs of Beatles promo films, two Beatles-related radio specials and the latest books and CDs.

And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we report on McCartney's tour plans and his work on his next album, Apple's plans for "Let It Be", new and upcoming releases, Pete Best in concert, new and upcoming releases and books, plus all the rest of the latest Beatlenews and fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake! (Plus there's more on the Devil's Radio page at our Web site!)

A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #149. Check it out! Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope). In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com.

Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com. And be sure to check out the offerings on the Beatlefan/PLUS! and 25th Anniversary Archive pages!

Cheers,
Bill

Update (8/2/04)

From Susan Ryan on the new issue of "Rooftop Sessions":

Hello Readers!

We have a great issue for you this month, featuring two fiction pieces, a non-fiction true story, and some poems! And now without further ado, we proudly present our August issue!:

"Big Sky" by Linda Cooper - Amanda has an unscheduled visitor to her ranch in Montana, and the attraction is undeniable...

"I'll Be There For You -- A True Story" by Angel Godiva - The true story of how Angel met John Lennon when she was a young woman in Los Angeles.

"In Spite of All the Danger" by Suzanne Warren - Hamburg is a really tough town -- and when the local Teds decide the groups from Liverpool pose a threat to them, life on the Reeperbahn is about to get tougher still...

More Poetry by Sharon Richards - Some more inspiring poems by our Poetry Editor! As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are email links at the end of each story so you can contact the authors and tell them what you think!

Enjoy the August issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions
http://www.rooftopsessions.com

Update (7/31/04)

From Brad Howard:

Hello Steve,

Here's the info on our latest issue:

The World Beatles Forum fanzine is proud to announce that our July / August June 2004 issue contains Part Two (7,500 words) of our exclusive interview with the last Wings drummer, Steve Holley. In our interview, Steve discusses the Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reggae and Wonderful Christmastime recordings, the Cold Cuts album, recording the Rupert The Bear soundtrack, the 1979 Wings Tour, the Concert for Kampuchea, working with Joe Cocker, the 1980 Paul McCartney arrest and the aborted Japanese Tour, the beginning of the end of Wings, working with Ian Anderson and Jethro Tull's A album, playing in Berlin when the wall came down, recording the Valotte album with Julian Lennon, the new Steve Holley CD - The Reluctant Dog, working with Elton John and Paul McCartney, and so much more. (Note: Part One of the Steve Holley interview is still available, separately.)

Also in this issue, Mark Peters critiques an unreleased MPL film, Rockestra. Helen Foster tells of her days with Ringo Starr and Ring O' Records. Lloyd Monaghan visits the cover songs on With The Beatles, while Frank Branchini reports on The Searchers live concert in the DC area. The Courtney Report is back with Chris Courtney. This time Chris takes issue with The Best Of George Harrison vinyl LP and offers his suggestions for a proper presentation of George's work. We also offer 12 new reviews - CDs, bootlegs, DVDs, books, and don't forget our tell-it-like-it-is analysis and commentary columns. Now in our 9th year, our publication does NOT contain major advertising AND we have never had a price increase. We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine (if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to: The World Beatles Forum 69 Dalecroft Cr., Ottawa, ON CANADA, K2G 5V7

subscriptions: CANADA : $15 CAN for 1 year (6 packed issues) U.S.A. : $15 U.S. for 1 year The World : $20 U.S. for 1 year (our prices always include 1st-class airmail!)

Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com. Our PayPal id is: beatles@happy.mondenet.com

Thank-you,
Brad Howard
Publisher/Editor
The World Beatles Forum fanzine
beatles@happy.mondenet.com

P. S. These exclusive interview back issues are still available ($3 US each):
1. MARK LEWISOHN (now in its 7th printing!)
2. Julia BAIRD (John's half-sister)
3. Howie Casey (request Part 1 or Part 2 - $3 each)
4. Chas Newby (bass player for The Beatles!)
5. Howie CASEY (request Part 1 or Part 2 - $3 each)
6. Pete BEST
7. Bruce SPIZER (interviews with Bruce are featured in 3 different issues)
8. Allan WILLIAMS (this is one of the finest interviews with Allan)
The World Beatles Forum fanzine
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Update (7/28/04)

The new issue of THE HARRISON ALLIANCE popped into our mailbox today. The cover has the picture of George from "Concert For George" and the issue has news about the movie's premiere.

Update (7/27/04)

From JoelTLE515:

Got the August issue of MOJO magazine (Jimmy Page on the cover) and it includes a list of the 20 greatest British guitarists with George in at no. 1 and it says that the September issue will have a cover story on the 40th anniversery of the beatles' first US visit as well as a free CD of 15 Beatles songs covered by American artists. Other articles in the August issue is one on photos from their exhibit (that became the special edition "MOJO" with those rare shots in there) going up for sale and a flashback to 1976 that mentions the charges against George for plagiarizing "He's so Fine" on "My Sweet Lord".

Update (7/16/04)

From Peter Nash:

The BRITISH BEATLES FAN CLUB MAGAZINE is a full colour professionally printed publication, published quarterly. The magazine is produced by and includes regular contributions from long term Beatles aficionado Craig Smith, former Beatles Book Monthly news editor Pete Nash, Mersey Beat founder Bill Harry and Quarryman Rod Davis. See our fabulous fab four website at www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk

Issue #14 of The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is now available with articles on:

The Quarryman at Dovedale.

Collecting Beatles Memorabilia.

Magical Mystery Tour Project.

Macca Animated collection webchat.

News, reviews and more...

The Annual Subscription for The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is: UK = £15 / Europe = 35 Euro's / USA = $39.oo. Payment can be made by: 1. cheque or money order (in UK pounds sterling) made payable to BBFC Publishing, 2. Cash by registered mail - US$ and Euro's accepted, 3. Credit Card via PayPal using thebeatlecellar@hotmail.com . For further information, sample copies or back issues please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope or 2 x International Reply Coupons to: BBFC Publishing, PO Box 756, Bradford BD10 8GZ, United Kingdom. www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk

Update (7/10/04)

From João Paulo Petersen:

The issue 16 of Italian magazine Macca Planet is out:

Davide Montialbo wrote the article "With The Lovely Flowers In Her Hair" about the couple Linda and Paul McCartney.

Roberto Romagnoli analyzes in detail the album "McCartney II", released in May of 1980.

A report written by Alessandro Franzini which features 31 Beatles songs covered by others singers and groups.

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Tokio Beatles Fan Club Magazine - issue 32 - is out:

Otohei Shimma wrote an article about the Japanese discography on lps.

Kenji Maeda wrote "Little Richard Was The Guy Who Shook John Lennon", an article about the 2 CD set "John Lennon's Jukebox," released in March this year, which countains 41 old rock'n'roll songs which influenced Lennon.

A report of Kenji Maeda about the ex-Wing guitarist Laurence Juber show at the live house "Back In Town", in Shinjuku, Tokio, on March 19th of 2004. More the sections Beatles Book Review, Disk News, etc.

Update (7/8/04)

From Trina Yannicos of Daytrippin' Magazine:

The Summer 2004 issue (#27) of Daytrippin' (Special Beatles Travel Issue) has just been released and includes in-depth articles such as:

--McCartney European tour report from Gijon and Madrid, Spain

--Interview with "First U.S. Visit" filmmaker, Albert Maysles

--Liverpool and Memphis celebrate 50th anniversary of rock and roll

--Seattle celebrates Beatles Fab 40th U.S. Anniversary

--Tour the Hard Rock Vault in Orlando, Florida

Plus enter Daytrippin's Summer Giveaway to win a FREE TRIP TO ENGLAND IN AUGUST 2005. Sponsored by The Beatle Pilgrimage Tour (www.beatletour.com) Visit Liverpool and London for 10 days including hotel, airfare from NYC and tour attractions. Visit http://www.daytrippin.com for more information

And from Susan Ryan of Rooftop Session:

Hi readers! Many thanks to you for your patience regarding the delay of the July issue. We have another fine issue for you this month, featuring three stories, including one from a brand-new author, the second part of Angel Godiva's new series, and the next story in Lena King's popular "Perchance To Meet" series!

And now, without further ado, we proudly present our July issue:

"In The Pub" by Sean Douglas - A youthful John Lennon runs into a cheeky left-handed bloke in a local pub.

"Nowhere Man - Part 2" by Angel Godiva - Now that Mavis has discovered the truth about John's identity, she helps to reunite him with some old friends.

"Promise Not To Tell" by Lena King - When the tabloids have a field day after discovering the relationship between Lee and John, they escape to Venice for an unexpected romantic adventure!

As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com. Enjoy the July issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions

Update (6/21/04)

From Cristiana Bonfanti:

Dear Steve,

Joao Paulo Petersen told me that you add my Zurich report on your wonderful site. I would like to thank you for your support and I really hope that you liked it.

As you probably know, I manage the Italian Paul McCartney fan club "Macca Planet" from 8 years now. We have a quite good web site (http://www.maccaplanet.it), a big mailing list and a magazine, Macca Planet, in Italian language.

Thank you very much again!
All the best,
Cristiana
Macca Planet
c/o Cristiana Bonfanti
Via Giovanni da Milano, 7
20133 Milan, Italy
http://www.maccaplanet.it info@maccaplanet.it

Update (6/18/04)

The press release for the special August Guitar Player magazine:

IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GUITAR PLAYER MAGAZINE TO CELEBRATE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF BEATLES ARRIVAL IN AMERICA

AUGUST 2004 COLLECTORS ISSUES OFFERS FANS CHANCE TO WIN INSTRUMENTS MADE FAMOUS BY THE BEATLES

Los Angeles, June 6, 2004: It's been forty crazy years since four mop-topped lads-George, John, Paul and Ringo set foot in the Ed Sullivan Theatre in 1964 and shook up the world of modern music. In honor of that historical occasion, Guitar Player Magazine, Gibson, Vox and Backbeat Books are honoring the legacy of the Liverpudlian band with a series of collectors issues available nationally on newsstands June 29th .

The special issues will feature a series of five covers with rare photos of the Fab Four together as well as individual covers of Paul, John and George and Ringo. Readers will also have the opportunity to win one of 40 prizes including boxed set editions of all five covers, "Beatles Gear: All the Fab Four's Instruments, from Stage to Studio" books and one grand prize worth over $5,000. The grand prize winner will receive a rig of gear including the the Epiphone Casino model guitars that John Lennon and Paul McCartney played and Vox's Valvetronix amplifier that captured the unique sound of the British invasion.

"It is said that the Beatles appearance on the Ed Sullivan show in 1964 launched 1,000 bands," said Michael Molenda, Editor in Chief of Guitar Player. "I think the main reason was because John and George showed millions of viewers how cool and sexy it was to bash out rock and roll on a guitar. On the 40th anniversary of the Beatle's first trip to America, the Guitar Player staff thought it appropriate to really study the affect that moment had on guitarists and the guitar craft in general. It was a world changing moment and made Guitar Player Magazine possible."

More on the Uncut CD from Doug Brown:

Hi Steve,

The version of Temporary Secretary found on the Uncut magazine disc was taken from a CD called "A Secret History" released Nov. 17, 2003 under the artist name New Religion. A large sample of this mix is used in the McCartney 2004 pre-show. Here is a write-up and track listing:

There's no denying the awesomeness of New Religion's compilation of '80s left-field dance music, A Secret History. It would be ridiculously revelatory if it had come out before compilations/series like Tommy Boy's Perfect Beats, Strut's Disco Not Disco, Soul Jazz's Mantronix-curated That's My Beat, and Tigersushi's More GDM. Most of the tracks on this disc were made available on those earlier comps; to that extent, it doesn't fully live up to the name of the title. Still, it doesn't make much sense to have a bone to pick with another set that surveys a point in time when risk-taking club jocks were spinning a very disparate range of artists - artists who were all discovering the possibilities of new, more affordable technologies. Italo-disco, new wave, industrial, electro, and the avant-garde all cross-sected to soundtrack underground clubs with audiences that didn't care where it all came from. This is how we've ended up with a disc that includes both Paul McCartney and Throbbing Gristle. With the increasing compartmentalization of dance music that began in the late '80s and continued throughout the early 2000s, with no foreseeable end, A Secret History is another valuable reminder that club music's lines of separation have grown far too thick. - Andy Kellman

1. Hypnotic Tango performed by My Mine
2. Problemes d'Amour performed by Alexander Robotnick
3. Temporary Secretary performed by Paul McCartney
4. Frequency 7 performed by Visage
5. Peut Etre...Pas performed by Liaisons Dangereuses
6. Secret Life performed by Material
7. Riot in Lagos performed by Ryuichi Sakamoto
8. Brainwash performed by Telex
9. Wonderful performed by Klein & MBO
10. Hot on the Heels of Love performed by Throbbing Gristle
11. I.C. Love Affair performed by Gaz Nevada
   
Dan Sicko - Liner Notes 
Alex Bond - Compilation 
Dan Keeling - Compilation

Update (6/17/04)

The August issue of Guitar Player will feature a tribute to the 40th anniversary of the Beatles' arrival in the U.S, complete with different covers. Here's the press release. (Thanks to Joe Caldwell.)

From Chris Kelly:

Hi Steve,

Got my copy of Uncut yesterday and had a listen to the free CD. The version of Temporary Secretary on it is an otherwise unavailable 6.19 edit of a 7.25 promo dance mix issued as a one sided 12” single to 500 DJs by Parlophone at the beginning of the year. Copies of the 12” single have been surfacing on EBay over the past few months.

Keep up the good work,
Chris Kelly
Glasgow, UK

Update (6/10/04)

Richard Sinclair informed us that there's actually a third McCartney tune on the CD -- Spiral.

Update (6/9/04)

Uncut's website features the McCartney cover along with a tracklisting (and brief sound clips) from the CD Paul compiled for the issue. The songs include a Brian Wilson solo version (not from "Pet Sounds") of "God Only Knows," Nat King Cole singing "The Very Thought of You," Donovan's "Sunny Goodge Street," Frank Sinatra's "Lovely Way to Spend an Evening", Fred Astaire's "Cheek to Cheek," George's "Marwa Blues" and two McCartney tracks -- "Calico Skies" and a "Radioslave Mix" of "Temporary Secretary." (Thanks to Miki Narita.)

Update (6/7/04)

The June issue of Rooftop Sessions, an online journal devoted to fan fiction, isp, reports editor Susan Ryan. Here's her rundown on the issue:

"I Am The Walrus" by Wendy Slater - In early 1967, Paul becomes addicted to Jane Asher's mother's raspberry buns. While hiding away from the fans in Surrey, an old friend whom he left to go to Hamburg catches up with him...

"Nowhere Man" by Angel Godiva - In 1980, John survives his shooting, but must fake his own death in order to protect himself and his family...

Poetry by Angel Godiva - Some poems by one of Rooftop Sessions' favorite authors! As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com , and as usual, there are email links at the end of each story for you to contact the authors and let them know what you think of their work! Please don't hesitate to contact the authors -- they love hearing from readers. Enjoy the June issue!

Update (6/6/04)

From Bill King of Beatlefan:

Steve,

Beatlefan #148 is out, and in it readers will find:

--Director Geoff Dunbar, who's been making animated films with Paul McCartney for more than 20 years, talks with Jorie Gracen and Jeff Rosado about those years of working together and their latest DVD release, and McCartney himself talks about why he loves animation and his future plans for a feature film starring his creation Wirral the Squirrel . . . Longtime Beatle friend and sideman Klaus Voormann talks about his Beatle album cover designs, his days of living with various Beatles and his close friendship with George Harrison . . . Songwriting professor John Stevens (author of "The Songs of John Lennon") looks at the song "Tomorrow Never Knows" . . . What's it like to be concert sound engineer for McCartney? Get the lowdown from the men who twiddle the dials for Macca on tour and find out how the current band differs from his previous group.

--Also in this issue, Al Sussman goes back and looks at how we reviewed George Harrison's Dark Horse albums in the past and how perceptions have changed over the years . . . We hear a different viewpoint in the debate over sampling The Beatles and whether releases like Danger Mouse's "The Grey Album" really serve the Fab Four's legacy . . . And among our reviews are the two new McCartney DVDs, Ringo's "Postcards From the Boys" book and the return of a rare Harrison track!

--Plus in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we report on the opening of McCartney's summer European tour, Ringo and Paul's latest recording sessions, a major new Beatles biography in the works, new and upcoming releases, we check in with Peter Frampton on what has to say about the All Starr Band plus all the rest of the latest Beatlenews and fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake!

A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #148. Check it out! A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #148. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope).In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com. Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com.

Update (5/30/04)

From Brad Howard of the World Beatles Forum:

Hi Steve,

Here's the info on our latest issue:

The World Beatles Forum fanzine is proud to announce that our May / June 2004 issue contains Part One (6,700 words) of our exclusive, massive interview with the last Wings drummer, Steve Holley. In our interview, Steve discusses why he added the "e" to his name, his early interest in the drums, recording with Kiki Dee, Elton John, meeting Denny Laine, how he met Paul at a party and jammed with Denny and Paul, his Wings audition, why he chose to join Wings instead of the Elton John band, music rivalries, recording Back To The Egg, recording the aborted Hot Hits Cold Cuts album, Paul as a band-mate, songwriter, and producer, how Paul developed songs, and so much more.

Also in this issue, we reveal a rare Stu Sutcliffe painting. Frank Branchini's column reviews the Mike McCartney talk and presentation in Washington, DC. The Completist goes on a fringe binge when he presents the non-Apple artists Apple Publishing discography (with pictures) from groups like the Cups, Second Hand, the Fire, Sands, Denis Couldry and 11 others. Lloyd Monaghan offers a brief overview of The Beatles cover songs found on the Please Please Me album.

We also offer 11 new reviews - CDs, CD-ROM, bootleg, DVDs, books, and don't forget our analysis and commentary columns. Now in our 9th year, our publication does NOT contain major advertising AND we have never had a price increase.

We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine (if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to: The World Beatles Forum 69 Dalecroft Cr., Ottawa, ON CANADA, K2G 5V7 [THIS IS OUR NEW ADDRESS]

subscriptions:
CANADA : $15 CAN for 1 year (6 packed issues)
U.S.A. : $15 U.S. for 1 year
The World : $20 U.S. for 1 year
(our prices include 1st-class airmail!)

Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com. Our PayPal id is: beatles@happy.mondenet.com

Thank-you,
Brad Howard
Publisher/Editor
The World Beatles Forum fanzine
beatles@happy.mondenet.com

P. S. These exclusive interview back issues are still available ($3 US each):
1. MARK LEWISOHN (now in its 7th printing!) 
2. Julia BAIRD (John's half-sister)
3. Doug SULPY - Beatles bootlegs expert 
4. Chas Newby (bass player for The Beatles!)
5. Howie CASEY (request Part 1 or Part 2 - $3 each)
6. Pete BEST
7. Bruce SPIZER (interviews with Bruce are featured in 3 different issues)
8. Allan WILLIAMS (this is one of the finest interviews

Update (5/27/04)

A great shot of John Lennon from the current Mojo as reprinted by the London News Review.

Update (5/24/04)

From Frank C. Branchini:

The June issue of Mojo (Morrisey cover) includes six pages of black and white John Lennon photos taken on a walkabout in New York in 1974. It is pretty interesting. Barnes & Noble, Borders, and Tower Records all carry Mojo.

Update (5/15/04)

From nowhereman:

Just to let you know this months Uncut ( June) mentioned next months will have an exclusive interview with Paul, talking about touring, the Beatles etc and also a special cd with songs picked by Paul

Update (5/3/04)

From Frank C. Branchini:

UK music mag Mojo has put out a special limited edition:

The Beatles: Classic, Rare & Unseen

This is a collection of 100 photos from the touring years. It is spectacular. This is NOT a collection of photos that all look familiar. Lots and lots of new stuff. It is beautifully put together, organized by photographer. This is a MUST HAVE ITEM. Really first class. I give this one my highest recommendation.

I found it in Borders for $11.50. Worth every penny!!!!! Borders, Barnes and Noble, and Tower Records all carry Mojo so they are the most likely places to find this.

From Susan Ryan:

Happy May Day! Spring is definitely in the air here in New York City, and with the new month comes the new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction. We have a really fab issue for you this month, chock-full of stories, poems, and a new article in our "Write Thinking" section about the art and craft of writing!

And now, without further ado, we proudly present our May issue!:

"And In The End" by Angel Godiva - In this last installment of the John and Mary saga, more family blessings are a wonderful part of their rich, full life.

"Broken Dream" by Mica Brewer - As George and Pattie's marriage flounders, both of them try to figure out exactly what became of their dreams of life together.

"I'm The Man" by Kate Hagston - A mysterious messenger must make an extremely important pronouncement!

"The Pink Rose of Liverpool" by Beth Shorten - Rosalind's drab existence comes to life in the confines of a dark movie theater...

More Poetry by Robin Roberts - Two new poems!

More Poetry by Sharon Richards - More poems by Rooftop's Poetry Editor!

And in the "Write Thinking" section:

"Beta-Reading: The Final Step" by Tina Kukla - What is a beta-reader, and why is it valuable for you to employ the services of one? This article explains the specific reasons why a writer should take advantage of this most important resource.

As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are e-mail links at the end of every story and article so that you can contact the authors and let them know what you think of their work. Enjoy the May issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions

Update (4/27/04)

You can see the contents of the latest issue of the German mag Beatlemania here. (Thanks to Danny Colfax.)

From Shawn Rubenfeld:

Beatlezine Issue 2 is complete! Included are 32 pages of pure Beatles perfection! Inside This Issue: Beatles song parodies and poems, A fan's journey to Liverpool, 2 in depth reviews of the Dark Horse Years Box Set, an in depth look at the Grey Album, info on the new McCartney summer tour, A brand new rooftop digest story, an interview with Bruce Spizer, Reports on the 2004 Beatlefest (with pictures), seeing Ringo Starr live, plus our usual columns. You can order Issue 2 for only $3 and have it delivered first class in a protective envelope. Just email me at beatlezine@yahoo.com or visit the site www.geocities.com/beatlezine Otherwise just send $3 with your address, name and email to Shawn Rubenfeld, 778 Truman Ave., East Meadow, NY 11554.

Update (4/22/04)

The first new issue of the Harrison Alliance since last summer popped into our mailbox this week. It has extensive coverage of the Concert For George.

From Jean Garello:

Yoko is featured in this week's issue of French magazine "Elle". There is a one page long article entitled "A day with Yoko Ono". It's a nice little piece about her daily life in which she speaks about a typical Yoko day, waking up at 7, having just an espresso and nothing else, going out for a walk in Central Park with her bodyguard and much more. She says that nothing has changed in the Dakota till John died. She still has his clothes where they were.

About the four Beatles she says "George was an Indian from India, Paul a producer, Ringo down to earth, and John a priest...as for me, a good witch!"

She listens to Indian music when she needs to relax. The article is accompanied by a photo of her sitting cross-legged on a white bed.

I think you might be able to access the article by going to elle.fr.

Keep on the good work!

Update (4/20/04)

From João Paulo Petersen:

The issue 31 of Tokio Beatles Fan Club Magazine is special. It celebrates the 40 years of the Beatles' first visit in USA. The magazine describes chronologically everything the Fab Four did during the two weeks that they remained there in February of 1964. There are also rare photos of the trip. The sections Beatles Book Review and Disk News feature the recent releases of books and CDs. The issue 31 of TBFC Magazine countains others interesting subjects.

From Joe DiMuro:

Hi Steve,

I'm not sure how long the lastest Mojo Magazines have been on the newstands but I bought my copies today. May 2004 issue has John on the cover with an article that covers from Beatles to bed-ins. The second is a special editon photo gallery called The Beatles Classic, Rare & Unseen. There are 140+ pages featuring many photographers including Astrid Kirchherr, Terry O'Neill, Jurgen Vollmer, Bob Whitaker among others. The magazine starts with 1960 and ends with 1966 and Candlestick Park. Mojo did a nice job and there are a few photos that even this Beatle fan has not seen!

An upcoming issue of Uncut will have a CD created by Paul. (Thanks to MooreD1.)

Update (4/18/04)

From Peter Nash:

Issue #13 of The British Beatles Fan Club magazine www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk is now available: The BRITISH BEATLES FAN CLUB MAGAZINE is a full colour professionally printed publication, published quarterly. The magazine is produced by and includes regular contributions from Craig Smith, former Beatles Monthly news editor Pete Nash, Mersey Beat founder Bill Harry and Quarryman Rod Davis. Issue #13 of The British Beatles Fan Club magazine contains articles on: Beatles In America 40th Anniversary, Day By Day Diary, New Releases (books, CDs, DVDs, bootlegs), News, reviews and more... The Annual Subscription for The British Beatles Fan Club magazine is: UK = £15 / Europe = 35 Euro's / USA = $39.oo. Payment can be made by: 1. cheque or money order (in UK pounds sterling) made payable to BBFC Publishing, 2. Cash by registered mail - US$ and Euro's accepted, 3. Credit Card via PayPal using thebeatlecellar@hotmail.com . For further information, sample copies or back issues please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope or 2 x International Reply Coupons to: BBFC Publishing, PO Box 756, Bradford BD10 8GZ, United Kingdom. www.britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk

From Frank C. Branchini:

The April 27, 2004 issue of the Advocate has a cover story on 42 musicians who support gay marraige including Barbra Streisand, Moby, Ice-T, Cyndy Lauper, the B-52's, Beastie Boys, opera star Jessye Norman,Peter, Paul, and Mary, and Yoko Ono. There is a small photo of Yoko on the cover and a great photo of her inside. Her quote:

"I find it strange that there should be so much controversy about this issue in a modern society. In these turbulent times, how wonderful it is for anyone, reagrdless of sexual orientation or gender, to find love. We should embrace, share, celebrate, and validate that love. Every man has a man who loves him! Every woman has a woman who loves her!"

Yoko is identified as "singer, composer, artist, legend"

Update (4/4/04)

From Susan Ryan:

Hi Rooftop Readers! Well, it's April 1st, but this is no April Fool's joke -- it's time once again for a new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction! We have another terrific issue for you this month, featuring three stories (two from brand-new authors) and some poetry (including some from a new poet) for your perusal. A brief announcement before we discuss the new issue: REMINDER: Rooftop Sessions Publisher and Editor-in-Chief will be a guest at the NY Metro Fest for Beatles Fans this weekend, April 2-4, at the Meadowlands Crowne Plaza Hotel in Secaucus, NJ. I will be moderating discussion panels about fan fiction, as well as hosting a fanfic/poetry reading session on Saturday night! Please look for me at the Rooftop Sessions table.

And now, we proudly present our April issue:

"Baby, You're a Rich Man" by Angel Godiva - John and Mary's family keeps on increasing, making their lives even more full...

"Memories of a 365" by Tom Austin - John's prized guitar tells its own story.

"Uplifting" by Lindsey Hagston - Interesting things can happen in elevators, as a young secretary finds out when she gets stuck in one along with George.

"A Tree For George" by Susan Hancock - A poem about a beautiful memorial in the Hollywood hills...

Poetry by Robin Roberts - Three poems.

More Poetry by Anna Carolina Fagundes - Three new poems.
As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are email links for each author at the end of every story. Please do write to them and let them know what you think of their work -- there's nothing like a little encouragement! Enjoy the April issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions

Update (4/1/04)

From Paul Soper:

Hi Steve,

The May issue of Mojo magazine, out April 15, has John on the cover with the headline: 'Lennon: Revolution in his head >From the Beatles to Bed-ins'

Update (3/31/04)

We omitted part of the Beatlefan item from yesterday, so here it is again, this time in the long(er) version:

Hi Steve,

Beatlefan #147 is out, and in it readers will find:

--We look back 35 years at The Beatles in March through May 1969, a season of beginnings and endings for The Beatles with two weddings, a drug bust, a new movie role, battles with businessmen and a return to the studio. Included is an excerpt from the acclaimed new book "That Magic Feeling", detailing audio and video recording sessions during April '69 . . . We also Jorie Gracen's interview with Brian Ray of the McCartney band and we talk with Sam Brown, Harrison family friend and backup singer, who was involved in George's last recording sessions. (There's more with Sam Brown on our Beatlefan/PLUS! page at www.beatlefan.com.)

--Also in this issue, we look at media coverage of the Fab 40 anniversary, Rick Glover talks about one of the more unconventional aspects of his Beatles collection and we discuss Danger Mouse's controversial "Grey Album", combining tracks from rapper Jay-Z and The Beatles.

--And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we have reports from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction of George Harrison and a detailed report on Ringo Starr's recent appearance on public TV, in which he talked about work on his new album. Plus all the rest of the latest Beatlenews and fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake!

Check it out! A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #147. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope).In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com. Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com.

From Brad Howard of World Beatles Forum:

Hi Steve,

Here's the info on our latest fanzine issue:

The World Beatles Forum fanzine is proud to announce that our March / April, 2004 issue contains part 2 (5,200 words) of our exclusive interview with Beatles' contemporary, Howie Casey. In our interview, Howie discusses working with Paul McCartney on tour and in the studio, being on tour with The Who, recording with John Entwistle, Paul as a musician, the early concerts in Liverpool, Stu Sutcliffe's ability to play bass, moog synthesizers and how concert tours have changed, how he and Tony Sheridan and Roy Young were tricked into making the dubious Legend CD, and so much more.

Also in this issue, we feature Frank Branchini's column about the Fab 40 celebrations across the nation, a scathing review of the President's Award presentation at the Grammys, a tribute to Alf Bicknell, and the illustrated Grapefruit (signed to Apple Publishing) discography. We also offer 10 new reviews - CDs, CD-ROM, bootleg, DVDs, book, and don't forget our analysis and commentary columns. Our publication does NOT contain major advertising.

We accept PAYPAL!

Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine (if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to: The World Beatles Forum, 69 Dalecroft Cr., Ottawa, ON, CANADA, K2G 5V7
[THIS IS OUR NEW ADDRESS]

subscriptions:
CANADA : $15 CAN for 1 year (6 packed issues)
U.S.A. : $15 U.S. for 1 year
The World : $20 U.S. for 1 year
(our prices include 1st-class airmail!)
Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com. Our PayPal id is: beatles@happy.mondenet.com

Thank you,
Brad Howard
Publisher/Editor
The World Beatles Forum fanzine
beatles@happy.mondenet.com

P. S. These exclusive interview back issues are still available ($3 US each):
1. MARK LEWISOHN (now in its 7th printing!)
2. Julia BAIRD (John's half-sister)
3. Doug SULPY - Beatles bootlegs expert 4. Hunter DAVIES
5. Sid BERNSTEIN
6. Pete BEST
7. Bruce SPIZER (interviews with Bruce are featured in 3 different issues)
8. Allan WILLIAMS (this is one of the finest interviews with Allan)

The World Beatles Forum fanzine
beatles@happy.mondenet.com

Update (3/26/04)

From Chris Ridges:

The new Rolling Stone just hit the stands (Thursday) and has The Beatles as the greatest artist of all time. There is a great essay on them by Elvis Costello. I won't give away the rest of this top 50 "Immortals" list, as it will spoil it for you. So just go and buy it!

Thanks as always,
Chris Ridges

Update (3/24/04)

From Trina Yannicos of Daytrippin':

The Spring 2004 issue (#26) of Daytrippin' Magazine has just been released and includes in-depth articles such as:

---Interview with Robert Freeman about photographing The Beatles
---Interview with Paul's guitarist, Rusty Anderson
---The Beatles Invade America Again (in Seattle)
---Report on Fab 40th Anniversary Celebrations in the U.S.
---Armchair Beatles Scholarship: Examining Documented History

Plus for this month's FREE Beatles Giveaway we are giving away an autographed copy of Rusty Anderson's new CD, Undressing Underwater. Visit www.daytrippin.com for more info.

Update (3/16/04)

From nowhereman:

Hi Steve:

Just got the new Mojo mag, April's edition, not only has it got a full page ad for the George box, but also a two page teaser for THE BEATLES IN PICTURES a Mojo special out on March 26 ! Photos by Astrid Kirchherr, Jim Marshall, Mike McCartney, David Redfern, Terry O'Neill and Robert Whitaker

(Thanks also to Paul Soper.)
Update (3/2/04)

From Susan Ryan:

Hi Readers!,

It's March 1st, and it's a beautiful springlike day here in the Northeast U.S.A. Nothing better for the launch of the new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction! With this March issue, we begin our FIFTH YEAR of presenting the highest-quality Beatles fan fiction on the World Wide Web!

And now, without further ado, we proudly present our March issue:

"All You Need Is Love" by Angel Godiva - The return of the saga of Mary and John finds life going on for the Lennon clan -- and this time it's their youngest, Emily, who is finding romance!

"All The Nights Before" by Vanessa Jayne Brand - Paul helps a young journalist overcome a terrible case of writers' block.

"The Tie That Binds" by Cheryl Mortensen - During the Beatles' trip to Paris, a journalist must keep his true feelings hidden...

More Poetry by Sharon Richards - More inspiring poems from the Rooftop Sessions Poetry Editor!

As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com, and as usual, there are email links at the end of each story for you to contact the authors. Please consider sending them a note if you enjoy their work -- it really does wonders for morale when they know people are reading!

Enjoy the March issue!
Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions
http://www.rooftopsessions.com

Update (2/29/04)

From Marshall Fish:

John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band Magazine Alert: The March 2004 issue of Record Collector magazine arrived in the mail last Wednesday. There's a nice article by Keith Badman in the "Transmission Impossible?" page about the February 1970 tapings of Instant Karma for Top of the Pops. The two promo videos of the song are looked into, and a 16mm Instant Karma promo is mentioned.

On the opposite page is an article semi-linked to Paul. It's a one page history of the UK Now That's What I Call Music releases.( I have several of the older UK Now CD's in my collection). Pipes of Peace was one of the tracks on 1983's Now Music 2, followed by No More Lonely Nights Arthur Baker dance mix on 1984's Now Music 4. After that, Wonderful Christmastime, My Brave Face, Hope of Deliverance, and Young Boy were tracks on future Now Music compilations.Coming Up and No More Lonely Nights were featured in the 1980 and 1984 Now Music Millennium CD's. If I've missed some songs, please correct me.

Update (2/27/04)

From Tim Smith:

Steve,

Rolling Stone's March 4 issue, with Beyonce on the cover, has a nice spread on George's reissues. It is a pretty positive overview, although I don't understand why "Live In Japan" never gets a good review!

Take care,
Tim Smith

Update (2/26/04)

From Barbara Kassay:

The March 2004 issue of Prevention magazine has an article titled "We test it: Healthy Frozen Meals". One tested in the vegetarian category was Linda McCartney's Spicy Thai Veggie Pizza. The comment from one tester was "out of this world" who raved about the crust which is a real problem with most microwave pizzas. The article is also online at prevention.com. Search healthy frozen meals on their site and you will find it.

Update (2/22/04)

From Kevin:

Steve, I thought this might be of interest.

The Feb. 2004 Guitar World -Special Collectors Issue- "Guitar Legends" #66, in an article re-printed from Gutar World -Jan. 2002, entitled "Fab IV - The Making Of Led Zeppelin IV", with Jimmy Page, on page 45, has a reference to George Harrison. The interviewer asks Page, " Finally is there any truth to the rumor that George Harrison inspired the Zeppelin anthem ("Stairway To Heaven")?. Page scratches his head and laughs in sudden recognition: "You've got the right story, but the wrong song! George was talking to Bonzo (drummer John Bonham) one evening and said, 'The problem with you guys is that you never do ballads'. I said, 'I'll give him a ballad!' and wrote 'The Rain Song', which appears on "Houses Of The Holy." In fact, you'll notice I even wrote 'Something' in the song's first two chords!"

Love your site, thanks for everything!

Update (2/21/04) From James Marien:

My wife found the specialty mag published by AMI of Boca Raton, Florida "40th Anniversary Collector's Edition: The Beatles". Since she was flying home on a business trip, she actually looked at and read every word in the mag. She found an incredibly glaring (and what she termed "stupid") error. For those who have the mag, look at pages 102-103 and read the caption under the picture of The Beatles with The Marharishi. "UNIDENTIFIED WOMEN" ?????

Update (2/20/04) There's an article on Paul in the latest edtion of Popular Music and Society, "McCartney at 60: A Body of Work Celebrating Home and Hearth." (Thanks to John Dempsey.)

Update (2/18/04)

From Patti Murawski:

Found a specialty mag published by AMI of Boca Raton, Florida "40th Anniversary Collector's Edition: The Beatles" on the newsstand of my local supermarket. Cost is $6.00. It's a nice looking mag, heavy glossy cover and glossy pages. Most of the photos we have seen before or variations thereof. Oh, almost forgot, Pete Bennett does the introduction.

From Doug Richardson:

Hi Steve--The February 20, 2004 issue of The Week has two Beatle items. In "The Comedy Team Ruined by the Beatles" Charlie Brill and Mitzi McCall recall being upstaged by the Beatles on the Sullivan show. Editor Eric Effron also contributes a short piece on seeing the Beatles on Sullivan as a boy, and sharing his love of the group with his own kids.--Doug Richardson

Update (2/15/04)

From Kris Tash:

Steve,

The new issue of Entertainment Weekly (2/13/04) has a six-page article on the Fabs, with a banner headline that sez: "The Beatles: America's Hottest Cult Band." It talks about their influence on the young people of today, and even their influence on rap!

Also, I went to Barnes & Noble where I found a new Alan Clayson book, this time about Paul, simply titled "Paul McCartney."

Fun stuff! Happy Valentines to you!
Kris

Update (2/12/04)

From Sam Oakey:

The Beatles are featured on the cover of the February 20th Goldmine 'zine/paper with several articles about them inside. Thanks for all you do in Beatledom!

Update (2/6/04)

From Bill, about Entertainment Weekly Feb. 13:

The magazine called the Beatles, "America's Hottest Cult Band."

10 Beatle Songs that Changed the World:

• I Want to Hold Your Hand
• TIE: Twist and Shout and Oh! Darling
• Help !
• Yesterday
• Norwegian Wood
• Strawberry Fields Forever
• A Day in the Life
• Hey Jude
• Revolution
• Helter Skelter

Overall, a very good article on how the Beatles are again becoming relevant to today's generation. Let me know if you need more details/ review

The January 2004 issue of Guitar World had an interview with Dhani Harrison. (Thanks to Claudio Dirani.)

Update (2/4/04)

From Bill King of Beatlefan:

Hi Steve, Our Fab 40th Issue, Beatlefan #146, is out and celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Beatles' conquest of America with a special package of articles, including: Acclaimed Beatles book author Bruce Spizer tells how The Beatles came to be on "The Ed Sullivan Show" and Sullivan staffer Vince Calandra gives an insider's view, including how he stood in for George Harrison during a rehearsal . . . Al Sussman re-creates what it was really like to be a fan when The Beatles' first hit the U.S. . . . We talk to Albert Maysles, the man who filmed The Beatles' "First U.S. Visit" . . . Rick Glover runs down the Top 10 Beatles collectibles of 1964 . . . Wally Podrazik looks at the very personal way fans remember Beatles history . . . We present some of those first-hand fan memories of what it was like to get hit by a case of Beatlemania in '64 . . . We look at how the U.S. media covered The Beatles on the road to February '64 . . . We examine the tangled history of The Beatles' first U.S. concert on video . . . And we review the new book "The Beatles Are Coming! The Birth of Beatlemania in America"!

Also in this issue, we have an exclusive interview with lead guitarist Rusty Anderson of Paul McCartney's band, talking about work on the next McCartney album, looking back at last year's European tour and discussing working in the studio with Macca on Anderson's own album . . . Tom Frangione offers a DIY sampler of Beatles-related releases from 2003 . . . And we look at a pair of new bootleg releases with tracks from Wings' "Wild Life". And in this issue's Beatlenews Roundup, we report on the expanded reissue of The Beatles' "First U.S. Visit" on DVD, run down plans for the Dark Horse George Harrison reissues and the new DVD collection of McCartney animation plus a report on 1964 — The Tribute at Carnegie Hall and all the rest of the latest Beatlenews and fresh Beatlejuice from Norm and Shake!

Check it out! A sample issue costs $4.00 in the U.S. or $6 abroad. U.S. funds only. If you want the latest issue, be sure to specify #146. Send to P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Subscription info: In the U.S., six issues a year for $21 (or $25.50 sent 1st Class in envelope).In Canada, $28.25. Elsewhere: $37 (sent Air Mail). U.S. funds only. CREDIT CARDS AND PAYPAL ACCEPTED (goodypress@mindspring.com). For credit card orders, you can fax 404-321-3109 or call 770-492-0444 or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com. Otherwise, send payment to Beatlefan Subscriptions, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033. Back issues are available; there's an ad in each issue with details. For more information, go to www.beatlefan.com.

Cheers,
Bill

From Carl Savich:

Steve, in the current issue of GUITAR ONE magazine, George Harrison placed at no. 16 as one of the "50 Greatest Superstars of the Stratocaster". The magazine listed the 50 greatest musicians who played the Fender Strat. Jeff Beck came out no. 1 in the poll. Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, and Buddy Holly (the first famous musician to play a Strat) made the list. The Strat is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

The magazine also had a special section on "Rocky", Harrison's psychedelic 1961 Strat with a photo of the instrument. Harrison played the Strat on "Nowhere Man" and is seen playing it in the "I am the Walrus" sequence in the movie MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR. Harrison also played it on his 1974 World Tour and brought it out again in the 1990s. He is shown playing "Rocky" in the studio in the ANTHOLOGY 3 album booklet so the guitar was used on Beatles studio sessions.

Harrison played a variety of guitars, including a black Gretsch Duo Jet and a black Country Gentleman (probably most famous), a reddish sunburst Rickenbacher 12 string, a dark red Gibson SG Standard, a red Gibson Les Paul, and a custom rosewood Fender Telecaster at the Let it Be sessions. Nevertheless, "Rocky" the 1961 Sonic Blue Fender Strat was one of his favorite guitars. John Lennon also had a matching 1961 Sonic Blue Fender Strat as well.

Update (2/3/04)

From Brad Howard of the World Beatles Forum:

The World Beatles Forum fanzine is proud to announce that our January / February, 2004 issue contains an exclusive, sixty-two hundred word interview with Beatles' contemporary, Howie Casey. Howie Casey, through fate, was at several crossroads with The Beatles. Their early careers were intertwined. Events in which Howie participated had a direct effect on The Beatles. In our interview, Howie discusses his early days in the Army, forming Derry & the Seniors, the Larry Parnes - Billy Fury audition and hearing The Beatles for the first time, Allan Williams, going to Hamburg, The Beatles in Germany, breaking the Star Club stage, Howie Casey & the Seniors, his first records, playing with Jimi Hendrix, and so much more.

Also in this issue, we feature Frank Branchini's regular column and The Completist is back with four of his most memorable purchases, including the very rare, Alice In Wonderland soundtrack album. Author Piers Hemmingsen reports on a recently rediscovered Beatles article and advertisement from an April 1964 hockey magazine! We also offer 21 new reviews - CDs, CD-ROM, bootleg, DVDs, books (including the hot, new Bruce Spizer effort - The Beatles Are Coming!), and don't forget our analysis and commentary columns. Our publication does NOT contain major advertising.

We accept PAYPAL! Receive your copy (mailed FIRST-CLASS) by sending $3 U.S. per fanzine (if you live in Canada, then $3 CAN. is fine) to:

The World Beatles Forum
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subscriptions:
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(our prices include 1st-class airmail!)

Credit card payments can now be made through PayPal: www.paypal.com. Our PayPal id is: beatles@happy.mondenet.com

Thank-you,
Brad Howard
Publisher/Editor
The World Beatles Forum fanzine
beatles@happy.mondenet.com

P. S. These exclusive interview back issues are still available ($3 US each):
1. MARK LEWISOHN (now in its 7th printing!)
2. Julia BAIRD (John's half-sister)
3. Doug SULPY - Beatles bootlegs expert
4. Hunter DAVIES
5. Sid BERNSTEIN
6. Pete BEST
7. Bruce SPIZER (interviews with Bruce are featured in 3 different issues)
8. Allan WILLIAMS (this is one of the finest interviews with Allan)

And from Susan Ryan of Rooftop Sessions:

Greetings, Readers!

Well, it's February 1st, and time again for a new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fiction! We have an extra-special issue this month, commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the Beatles' arrival in America. All the stories are somehow related to that time in history when music (and we) were changed forever!

And now, without further ado, we proudly present our offerings for February:

"And Suddenly, Everything Changed" by Angel Godiva - Carol's whole life was turned upside-down after that day in 1964 when she met the Beatles at the Plaza Hotel...

"Born With A Jealous Mind - Part 3" by Lena King - When she runs away from John, Lee decides to go visit his Aunt Mimi for a while. Will she forgive him when he finds her?

"The Man Who Tried to Preempt the Ed Sullivan Show" by Lisha Goldberg - An essay, presenting the true story of Frank, a concert promoter who almost got the Beatles to perform in the small town of Ogdensburg, New York before they were on Ed Sullivan.

"Press Conference, 1964" by Anna Carolina Fagundes - The American press gets ready to meet the Beatles for the first time!

"The Roar of the Crowd" by Cheryl Mortensen - In the midst of the chaos and insanity of Beatlemania, all they have is each other when they face the roar of the crowd...

Even More Poetry by Sharon Richards - Two poems -- one describing the profound influence of John Lennon on the poet's life, and one song parody.

As usual, the main Rooftop Sessions URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com and as usual, there are e-mail links for all authors at the end of each story. Please do write to them and let them know what you think of their work; it is gratifying for the authors to know that people are reading and enjoying their stories.

Enjoy the February issue!

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
Rooftop Sessions
http://www.rooftopsessions.com

Update (1/31/04)

The new Rolling Stone has the Beatles on the cover (thanks to Christopher Chardi and Trini Schultz.)

Update (1/28/04)

From Carl Savich:

Steve,

Q Magazine in the UK has released a 50 years of rock and roll issue that lists the 20 top rock records in the 54-69 period. The Beatles are at no. 2 with SHE LOVES YOU in this Q poll. Here are the top 7 rock records in the Q poll:

• 1. That's All Right on Sun by Elvis, Scotty, and Bill
• 2. She Loves You on EMI/Parlophone by The Beatles
• 3. Little Red Rooster on London by The Rolling Stones
• 4. Respect by Aretha Franklin
• 5. What'd I Say by Ray Charles
• 6. Blue Suede Shoes on Sun by Carl Perkins
• 7. Rock Around the Clock on Decca by Bill Haley and the Comets

In the album category, REVOLVER was no.1 while SGT. PEPPER was no. 3

And from João Paulo Petersen:

The "Jornal do Rock" is the greatest sensantion of rock'n'roll world in Brazil actually. It is in its fith issue and features a full page article about "Let It Be… Naked" written by the journalist Jamari França. The "Jornal do Rock" is edited and directed by Marcos Petrillo. He is one of most experienced producers of rock shows in Brazil. The events which Petrillo organizes and produces to help always in the appearance of new rock'n'roll bands. Marcos Petrillo spent his teenage listened to the Beatles and John Lennon is his idol. In the "Jornal do Rock", he gathered the most experts of rock in the country, such as Silvio Essinger, Toninho Buda, Pedro de Luna among others.

Update (1/27/04)

From Doug Richardson:

The February 2004 issue of Smithsonian has a 2-page article--"Winner by a Decision" by Robert Lipsyte--about the Beatles' 1964 meeting with Cassius Clay (now Muhammad Ali.) It includes quotes by photographer Harry Benson, who arranged the meeting.--Doug Richardson

Note: That may be the same story mentioned in this link sent by Trini Schultz:

This story from Smithsonian Magazine tells how photographer Harry Benson pulled a fast one on the Fabs in '64.

Update (1/26/04)

From João Paulo Petersen:

The issue 15 of the Italian magazine Macca Planet is out. The main subjects are the following:

• Press To Play - Roberto Romagnoli analyzes the tracks of the album released in August of 1986.
• The complete transcription of Paul McCartney's interview in CNN Larry King Live Show on September 13th of 2003.
• Also, the complete transcription of Heather Mills 's interview in CNN Larry King Live Show on September 22nd of 2003.
• Davide Montialbo wrote a special article about the famous story "Paul Is Dead". He mentioned all the clues which made several fans around the world to believe in this rumour.

The website of Macca Planet is updated. It is much more informative and visually better. Visit at www.maccaplanet.it

Also, Tokio Beatles Fan Club Magazine - issue 30 - is out and countains the following features:

• Otohei Shima was invited to listen to "Let It Be… Naked" album in its premiere party on November 4th of 2003 at the Capitol Tokio Hotel in ToKio. He told in the article his impressions about the new Beatles album.
• The writer Ian Forsyth interviewed Alistair Taylor, ex Brian Epstein's personal assistant. This interview occurred on April 10th of 2002.
• Kenji Maeda made a special report about the places which the Beatles were in Italy in June of 1965, such as Teatro Adriano where the Beatles played.
• A coverage of Beatleweek 2003 in Liverpool and its special guests: Astrid Kirchherr, Tony Sheridan, ex-Wings Henry McCullough, etc.
• Juan Agueras interviewed Sir George Martin. The fifth Beatle spoke about his autobiography "Playback".

The issue 30 of TBFC magazine still features the sections: Beatles book review, Disk News and much more.

Update (1/24/04)

From Bill King of Beatlefan:

Steve,

Guitarist Rusty Anderson of Paul McCartney's touring band tells Beatlefan/EXTRA! in an exclusive interview that about 10 songs have been worked on so far for McCartney's next album during sessions in September and October, and the band is due to join Macca and producer David Kahne in the studio again in February when Sir Paul's "paternity leave" comes to an end. Details are available in Beatlefan/EXTRA! #197. (Free sample available by sending a SASE to Free Sample #197, Beatlefan/EXTRA!, P.O. Box 33515, Decatur GA 30033). The complete Bill King interview with Anderson will be appearing only on the Beatlefan/PLUS! page at www.beatlefan.com. For information on getting Beatlefan/EXTRA!, and to find out about Beatle fan/PLUS!, go to www.beatlefan.com or e-mail goodypress@mindspring.com. Cheers, Bill

And from Barbara Pazmino, about February's Good Housekeeping:

On a story about Hollywood Celebrity Couples marriages and how they met and proposed, etc. P&H are one of the featured couples with a two page "titled-paragraphs" interview. The cover has Kelly Ripa and her husband Mark Consuelos.

Update (1/17/04)

More on Beatlezine from Shawn:

I have some new news concerning the newly announced Beatlezine magazine. ON my website www.geocities.com/beatlezine there is now a sample article from the issue and the first issue is being offered for only $2!!! A great deal to check out. Also I am looking for writers and contributors for the mag. Can you put in a shout - out (along with that news) for writers and contributors. Please direct all to beatlezine@yahoo.com

Update (1/16/04)

A new Beatle fan magazine, Beatlezine, is being announced. (Thanks to Shawn.)

Update (1/5/04)

We were in our neighborhood Borders today and picked up another neat Uncut mag that archives material from the New Musical Express (previous volumes have featured the Beatles, John Lennon and the Stones). This one has the title Swinging London and it includes articles about a wide range of people, including the Beatles, Stones, Hendrix, the Who, Steve Marriott, Cream, the Byrds, Dusty Springfield and Pink Floyd, among others. Well worth a peek.

Update (1/2/04)

From Susan Ryan:

Happy New Year!

It is start of a new month -- and not only that, the start of a brand new year! And with it comes the new issue of ROOFTOP SESSIONS, the monthly e-zine featuring the finest in Beatles-related fan fiction, this month featuring four stories and a poem for your enjoyment!

There are several announcements before I tell you about the contents of the January issue, so I will get the housekeeping items out of the way first.

* Due to excessive spam and viruses coming in to my personal Rooftop Sessions e-mail address, it has been eliminated and replaced with a new one. If you need to reach me, you must go to the new "Contact The Editor" page at http://www.rooftopsessions.com/mailme.html to get the proper procedures to get in touch with me.

* Rooftop Sessions is currently looking for stories set during the time of the Beatles' arrival in America to be included in a special February 2004 issue devoted to the 40th Anniversary of this event. If you have any "Beatlemania" themed stories, please think about submitting them for consideration before January 25.

* A story from the Rooftop Sessions archives, "She's Got A Ticket" by Elizabeth Darcy (http://www.rooftopsessions.com/Shesgotaticket.html), has been featured in the Winter 2004 issue of Daytrippin' Magazine, available now at Tower Records locations and by subscription. Many thanks to Trina Yannicos, Daytrippin's editor, for her wonderful support, and for helping to make fabulous fan fiction available to all!

* Yet more revisions have been made to the SUBMISSION GUIDELINES (http://www.rooftopsessions.com/guidelines.htm), so if you are considering a submission, please go and read them beforehand.

And now, without further ado, we proudly present to you the January issue:

"Born With A Jealous Mind - Part 2" by Lena King - In the aftermath of their disastrous New Year's Eve, Lee disappears -- leaving John and the others frantically searching for her.

"Harrison" by Amy Dashwood - A short free verse poem, told from the perspective of a fan at a Beatles stadium show.

"Julia" by Angel Godiva - Wedding bells (and bills!) are ringing for Mary and John's daughter Julia, and the other kids are growing up fast -- too fast!

"Life As Art" by Britt Terry-Smith - Valerie Moore, a potter, takes up a second job in late '60s London. She meets new friends and her life begins to change almost immediately.

"Looks Like We Made It" by Linda Cooper - When Shea finally returns to London after spending a year away, she doesn't know how she's going to handle seeing Paul again...until she realizes that the pull of the heart is a very potent thing. As usual, the URL is http://www.rooftopsessions.com -- and as usual, there are e-mail addresses for each of the authors at the end of every story. Please feel free to contact them and tell them what you think of their work -- they love to hear from readers, and your comments mean a lot.

Enjoy the January issue, and may 2004 be a year of great joy for all...and may it be the year we finally see world peace.

Susan Ryan
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Rooftop Sessions

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