John Lennon took inspiration for the melody of the song from George McCrae’s “Rock Your Baby” that had been released in May 1974, before later topping the Billboard chart. According to John ...
Playing off Lennon’s self-deprecating skepticism, John got him to agree to a bet: If the single reached #1 on the charts, Lennon had to promise to come play with him at one of his shows.
Dual legends initially grew up around John Lennon's Nov. 28, 1974, appearance onstage with Elton John at Madison Square Garden: That he only appeared there after losing a bet. And that a backstage ...
A handwritten letter that John Lennon wrote to Eric Clapton inviting him to be part of a new supergroup is to be offered at auction next month. The eight-page letter sees Lennon express his ...
In ’74, Lennon released his fifth album Walls and Bridges, featuring Elton John on background vocals and organ on “Surprise, Surprise (Sweet Bird of Paradox)” and piano and harmony on ...
John Lennon’s yellow gold Patek Philippe 2499/100 needs little introduction. This interview with Julian De Simone shares Mr A's side of the story, with special photos.
Instead, Harrison rose to the occasion and unequivocally stole the show with ‘Here Comes The Sun’ and ‘Something’. While Lennon did continue to harbour warm feelings towards his signature track, ‘Come ...