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John Lennon’s sister shares her thoughts on casting of Sam Mendes’ Beatles films

ABCJohn Lennon’s half sister Julia Baird has some opinions about the casting of Sam Mendes’ upcoming films about The Beatles.Although the band originated in Liverpool, none of the actors cast in the film — including Babygirl actor Harris Dickinson, who'll play Lennon — are from the area. And Baird thinks that's a mistake.When asked by The Telegraph if Mendes should have cast actors from Liverpool, she replied, “Yes, of course. No one else can get that Liverpool intonation. Nobody.”But Baird doesn’t think her opinions will matter regarding the films. Asked what advice […]

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Joan Jett, Steve Van Zandt and more pay tribute to Blondie’s Clem Burke

Dave J Hogan/Getty ImagesJoan Jett, Steve Van Zandt and Duran Duran are among the artists paying tribute to Blondie drummer Clem Burke, who died following a private battle with cancer. He was 70.“So sad to hear of Clem’s passing. He was an awesome musician who was such a part of my early musical life,” Jett wrote on Instagram, next to a picture of the two of them together. “Rest in peace my friend.”E Street Band guitarist Van Zandt shared that Burke […]

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Madonna reveals she and Elton John have made up: ‘Forgiveness is a powerful tool’

Richard Corkery/NY Daily News Archive via Getty ImagesOver the years Elton John has publicly said numerous nasty things about Madonna. But the two have finally made up — and may even collaborate in the future.To recap: In 2012 Elton told an interviewer that Madonna looked like a "fairground stripper," adding, "She’s such a nightmare. Her career is over." He also accused her of being "horrible" to his friend Lady Gaga. In addition, at an 2004 awards show where Madonna was nominated for best live […]

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Original Beatles drummer Pete Best retiring

Bill Tompkins/Getty ImagesOriginal Beatles drummer Pete Best is retiring.The news was announced on social media by Pete’s brother Roag Best.“Well what an absolutely wonderful ride we’ve had. However, everything comes to pass,” the post reads. “My brother Pete Best has announced today he is retiring from personal appearances and performing with the group. His daughter has informed me it’s due to personal circumstances.”Pete, who had been performing with his brother under the name The Pete Best Band, later responded to […]

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Tracy Chapman on ‘Fast Car,’ Chappell Roan & Charli XCX, and why she won’t stream music

Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesTracy Chapman reissued her self-titled debut album on vinyl on April 4, which is why the reclusive artist is doing some interviews. And while the socially conscious album, which originally came out in 1988, still seems relevant today, Tracy tells The New York Times that she wishes it wasn't."There’s a part of me that wishes certain songs on the record were not relevant right now. My expectation was that we wouldn’t be here," she says of such songs as "Talkin' Bout a […]

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Tommy Thayer & more added to KISS Army Storms Vegas

Kevin Mazur/Getty ImagesThe upcoming KISS event in Las Vegas just got bigger.Tommy Thayer, KISS guitarist from 2002 to 2023, will now join Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley at KISS Army Storms Vegas, taking place Nov. 14 to Nov. 16 at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.The event, which celebrates the 50th anniversary of KISS and the 30th anniversary of the first KISS fan convention, will feature a special "unmasked" electric performance from the band, their first performance since their farewell show at New York’s Madison […]

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Paul Stanley, Billy Idol appear in new Workday ‘rock star’ ads

Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of FameBilly Idol and KISS’ Paul Stanley both appear in a new set of “rock star” commercials for the company Workday.The latest ads — “Carmen The Rock Star” and “Goodnight Rock Stars” — also feature Gwen Stefani and promote Workday’s AI agents. They are set to debut during The Masters golf tournament, with coverage airing on ESPN and CBS between April 7 and April 13."So you corporate types think you're rock stars?” Idol says in […]

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Elton John on his vision issues: ‘You have to get used to it. … There is a lot more to do’

Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Elton John AIDS FoundationElton John seems resigned to the fact that he only has partial vision at the moment, due to an infection in his right eye — but he says the thing that bothers him the most about it has to do with his sons, Zachary and Elijah.“I can’t see the telly! I haven’t been able to see anything since last July," Elton tells The Times of London. He can see someone sitting in front […]

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Neil Young, Joan Baez set for Bernie Sanders rally

Gary Miller/Getty ImagesRock & Roll Hall of Famers Neil Young and Joan Baez are confirmed to appear at an upcoming rally for Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders.The rally, Fighting Oligarchy: Where Do We Go From Here, is scheduled for April 12 at Los Angeles’ Gloria Molina Grand Park, with New York congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and singer Maggie Rogers also taking part.Those interested in attending can sign up for the rally at act.berniesanders.com. Doors open at 9 a.m. PT, with a scheduled start time of […]

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