The Beatles Diary Volume 2: After The Break-Up 1970-2001

The Beatles Diary Volume 2

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THE BEATLES DIARY VOLUME 2: AFTER THE BREAK-UP 1970-2001

Out Of His Head. The Music And The Myth. The Tyranny of Oil. Noel Gallagher - The Biography. The Red Hot Chili Peppers. Liverpool - Wondrous Place. A Shirt Box Full of Songs. Dave Grohl - Times Like His: Music, Myth and Madness. Turned Out Nice Again. The Leiber and Stoller Autobiography. Look Wot I Dun. Top of the Pops 50th Anniversary.

Who Is That Man? A Little History Bleddyn Butcher. Keep Calm and Listen to Panic! Chronicles Volume 1 Bob Dylan. Wonderland Avenue Danny Sugerman. I Am the Wolf Mark Lanegan. Sacrifice and Transcendence Nick Soulsby. Salsa Rising Juan Flores. A Celebration of Coldplay Malcolm Croft. Where Did Our Love Go: Remember Us to Life Regina Spektor. Small Victories Adrian Harte. Foo Fighters Mick Wall. Inside Out Nick Mason. Phrasing and Articulation Hermann Keller. According to John, they spend a couple of John files a further appeal.

Here John begins work on the following songs: Alternative versions of several of these songs appear on the compilation album Menlove Ave. John agrees to this, feeling certain that the song would not reach number one "in a million years! The sessions produce the following tracks: The title track is written by John, who recorded a demo of the track for Ringo and supervised the recording of the song. While there, John also cuts a studio demo of 'Only You'. Then, at John's suggestion, Ringo re-records his vocals over the top for a version to appear on the album.

With John still away with May Pang, Yoko prepares for her most testing concert tour in years, a six-date tour of her homeland, Japan. Further awards are heaped on the film Little Malcolm , this time a gold medal at the annual Atlanta Film Festival. Also during this month, George is seen on holiday in Grenada, Spain, accompanied by his new female companion, year-old Kathy Simmons.

On his return to England at the end of the month, he takes time to promote his new Dark Horse Records signing, the unknown duo Splinter - Bobby Purvis and Billy Elliott. At a press gathering in London, George is asked why he signed the group. After a few words about Lord Krishna, George greets Ravi's appearance by kissing his feet. Let It Be style behind the scenes footage of the group at work and at play is also included, such as Geoff Britton performing a drum solo and practising karate, as well as Paul and Jimmy jamming a version of Paper Lace's recent hit 'Billy, Don't Be A Hero'.

The One Hand Clapping film again remains unreleased save for a brief snippet of 'Jet' being broadcast on Capital Radio in London during Christmas of One segment from these sessions is later edited into another unreleased MPL film, this time entitled The Backyard. This 9-minute short film, features Paul alone with his acoustic guitar, seated on a stool in the gardens of Abbey Road studios where he performs a version of the unreleased track 'Blackpool' as well as four rock 'n' roll classics, 'Twenty Flight Rock' which is interrupted at the end by the sound of a siren from an ambulance rushing past the studios , 'Peggy Sue', 'I'm Gonna Love You Too' and 'Sweet Little Sixteen'.

The play, originally presented for six weeks in Liverpool at the Everyman Theatre, tells the story of The Beatles from the days of the Cavern club to their break-up in The character Bert is the fictional Beatle who is booted out before the group became famous. He narrates the story in the guise of a fan who watches The Beatles develop and progress. George is the only Beatle to attend the opening but he leaves during the intermission. Paul reads the original script and decides it falsely portrays him as the villain and therefore denies Stigwood the film rights to the story.

Coincidentally, Paul's brother Mike feels the play is "worthwhile! Paul is forthcoming about his views on the play: Don't do Klein, and don't do this I'm leaving the group' and the rest of the group saying, 'Oh no I was actually the last to leave the group! As the object flies away, John screams out, "Take me with you! I didn't believe it either. It was an oval shaped object, flying left to right with red lights on top. After about two minutes, the object disappeared over the East River and went behind the United Nations building. I hadn't been drinking.

This is the God's honest truth. I only do that at weekends or when I see Harry Nilsson. John and May return to New York on August Saturday August 31 John testifies in the US Federal Court that officials of the Nixon administration sought to deport him on trumped-up charges strictly because of John's anti-Vietnam war activities and fears that he would lead anti-war demonstrations in Miami at the Republican National Convention. Following the hearing, John spoke to reporters about his drugs conviction in England, one of the stumbling blocks in his quest to stay in America: I was living with Yoko and she was pregnant and I thought they'd let her off if I pleaded guilty.

Harrison also appoints Jonathan Clyde as a director of the company. Saturday September 7 Melody Maker publishes the three-page article: The release fails to materialise. Friday September 13 In America, Screen-Gems prepare for distribution of a second Pussycats television commercial which features various animated stills of Ringo, Nilsson, Keith Moon and others, taken during the recording of the album, alongside images of the participants playing pool, relaxing and generally fooling about.

The US release takes place on November 6.

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The US release takes place on November 7. Shouting about revolution and acting like a cunt, it just makes people feel uncomfortable. All he really wants to do is get attention for himself and if revolution gets him that attention, he'll get attention without revolution. Hitting a waitress in the Troubador. What kind of revolution is that? He's an important figure, sure, but so was Richard Nixon.

Nixon was just like another generation's John Lennon. Someone who represents all sorts of ideals, but was out for himself underneath it all. Like The Beatles had no style other than being The Beatles. So the Nazz used to do, like heavy rock, and also these light, pretty ballads, with complex ballads. Melody Maker publishes his reply on October Today's issue of MM also features a lengthy article on John under the headline: I'm going to be an ex-Beatle for the rest of my life, so I might as well enjoy it.

We did it all. Christ, we can't even get the four of us together for a meeting, let alone play! The other month Paul and Ringo and me met in Los Angeles and we wanted George to be there but they wouldn't let him in at that time.

So there was three of us and everybody says, 'Beatles getting back together'. Hey, hey, we can't even meet man! The brainchild behind this event is year-old record shop assistant Mark Lapidos. From that point on, it was on the road. False rumours suggest that John, in heavy disguise, attends the New York event but May Pang is there, sent by John to acquire interesting Beatles memorabilia.

Melody Maker 's American correspondent Chris Charlesworth advises her on what to buy. John will later use one of these for the front of his Apple album Rock 'N' Roll. For the Beatlefest '74 auction, John and Paul supply guitars, George sends over a table while Ringo sends over some autographed drumsticks. Tuesday September 17 In Los Angeles, Ringo announces that over the next twelve months he is to campaign against drug taking by young people. Friday September 20 Two weeks after the launch of George's new label comes the news that Polydor Records will, in the future, be distributing records released on Ringo's new label Ringo O'Records.

The single is released in the UK on October 4. The concert is filmed and recorded by Dark Horse Records the film, though, remains unreleased. The UK release takes place on October 4. As part of a huge advertising campaign on both sides of the Atlantic, items bearing the "Listen to this The elaborate cut-up interchangeable headshots for the album sleeve, based on John's idea, are designed by Roy Kohara. To also help promote the release, the Califomian based Vidtronics Co.

The advert features a voice-over by Ringo, who tells viewers to "Listen to this television commercial," accompanied by an animated sequence of the interactive album cover. The latter is dropped from the line-up of the album at the last minute and subsequently given to Ringo for inclusion on his album Goodnight Vienna. The item concludes with Ringo announcing: Paul is asked about the album: I know he can do better than Walls And Bridges. I reckon 'Walrus' is better. John also reads out commercials for Tobias Casuals. Following the broadcast, John records a telephone interview for a Detroit radio station then boards a plane and flies back to New York.

Among the many topics of conversation, John and Denis discuss The Beatles' original recordings, in particular the recent EMI greatest hits compilations: I didn't even listen to it, until it was out and I took it back and listened to it and I played it and it was embarrassing! Some of the tracks survive but it was embarrassing. Some fool had tried to make it stereo and it didn't work! The fast version of 'Revolution' was destroyed! I mean it was a heavy record, but they made it into a piece of ice-cream! It's ladies night, featuring the eight-piece all female group Isis.

All females admitted at half-price Bowie can get in! Nothing like a joint in the woods That's a good band. Buy a couple of his records Couldn't resist adding a few "islands of truth" of my own, in answer to Turd Runtgreen's howl of hate pain. I have never claimed to be a revolutionary. But I am allowed to sing about anything I want! I never hit a waitress in the Troubador.

I did act like an ass, I was drunk. I guess we're all looking for attention Rodd, do you really think I don't know how to get it, without "revolution"? I could dye my hair green and pink for a start! I don't resent anyone but my SELF. It sounds like I represented something to you, or you wouldn't be so violent towards me. Yes Dodd, violence comes in mysterious ways, it's wonders to perform, including verbal. But you'd know that kind of game, wouldn't you?

Of course you would. So the Nazz used to do "Like heavy rock" then suddenly a "light pretty ballad". Which gets me to The Beatles, "who had no other style than being The Beatles"!! That covers a lot of style man, including your own, To Date Yes Godd, the one thing those Beatles did was to affect Peoples' Minds. Somebody played me your rock and roll pussy song, but I never noticed anything.

I think that the real reason you're mad at me is cause I didn't know who you were at the Rainbow LA. Remember that time you came in with Wolfman Jack? When I found out later, I was cursing, cause I wanted to tell you how good you were. I'd heard you on the radio. Anyway, however much you hurt me darling; I'll always love you, J.

September - October George begins work on his album Dark Horse. The four-week sessions, carried out at his Friar Park studios in Henley, produce the following tracks: Additional recording and overdubbing on one track is carried out in Los Angeles. George's laryngitis mars the recordings. By the end of October, his voice has deteriorated further and his North American tour in November and December is thrown into grave doubt. It is also reported that George has had an affair with Ringo's wife, Maureen. George writes new lyrics to the old Everly Brothers recording 'Bye Bye Love', in which he publicly criticises Eric and Patti and then, cheekily, asks them to take part on the recording of the song for his album.

George will soon find a new girlfriend, the year-old Olivia Trinidad Arias, a secretary from Dark Horse Records in Los Angeles, whom he will eventually marry. The film is neither completed nor released. Tuesday October 1 In England, Paul and Linda are at the Wembley ringside to watch year-old boxer John Conteh become the world light heavyweight boxing champion, the first British boxer to do so in a quarter of a century.

Before the fight, the McCartneys had sent John a telegram, which reads: Now You Be Number One! The UK release takes place on November 8. Shortly afterwards, Paul, Linda and Wings head off to the States to announce the details of their forthcoming US tour. Saturday October 5 The solo album from Paul's brother Mike, entitled McGear is released by Warner Brothers and features Wings playing on the backing tracks and production from Paul himself.

The UK release takes place on October Wednesday October 9 John celebrates his 34th birthday at an exclusive New York club with his close friends. We get on fine Those in attendance are given a free Beatles Fan Club International magazine and various free Beatles pictures. He was 72 years of age and is survived by one daughter.

Friends of the legendary newspaper reporter and television personality say he never fully recovered from the death of his wife, Sylvia Weinstein, who died last year. The American release takes place on December 2. He announces to the waiting press: Really, the feeling in the band was that we should do a gig in London. I'm very happy about it.

I'm still very friendly with him I'd rather she was with him than with some dope. I spoke to him a lot on the telephone. He's in great shape. I met Paul recently, and everything is very friendly. It doesn't mean everybody is going to form a band. I mean it's nice. I realise that The Beatles did fill a space in the Sixties. All the people that The Beatles meant something to have grown up. It's like anything you've grown up with; you get attached to things. I understand The Beatles, in many ways, did nice things and it's appreciated that the people still like them. They want to hold on to something.

People are afraid of change. You can't live in the past.

The Beatles Diary, Vol 2: After the Break-Up, 1970-2001

If we ever do that, it's because everyone is broke. With all respect to Paul, since The Beatles I've been in a box, taking me years to be able to play with other musicians. Paul is a fine bass player, but he's a bit overpowering at times. That's not personal, but from a musical point of view. On February 7,, the single is re-issued with the sides reversed, as Paul reveals: It's only to get a bit of exposure on that song. Otherwise, it just dies a death, and only the people who bought 'Junior's Farm' get to hear 'Sally G'.

I like to have hits, that is what I am making records for. Wednesday October 30 The famous picture of John, taken by Bob Gruen, giving a "peace" sign in front of the Statue of Liberty, is taken this morning. Friday November 1 John requests court permission to question the Immigration and Naturalisation Service regarding its motivation for deporting him and the former US Attorney General John Mitchell's role in the proceedings. The sessions are due to continue in New Orleans during January.

Friday November 1 "I would like," said John Lennon, drawing deeply on his cigarette, "The Beatles to make a record together again. The programme is first transmitted on November 11 between 11pm and midnight. Saturday November 9 Today's Melody Maker pre-empts the other music tabloids by announcing: I am often reputed to be over critical, and my comments do not reflect my personal respect for him.

I would like to dissipate the idea that I am involved in a feud with anyone, as our prime interest, I'm sure, is the same, that being a little honest communication. The UK release takes place on November With the picture taken, the show's host Eamonn Andrews pounces, to say "John Conteh, this is your life" while Paul and Linda stand laughing and applauding.

The minute show, the first in the latest series, is transmitted across the ITV network this evening between 7: Earlier in the day, Paul and Wings record a jingle intended for the soundtrack of a second Mother's Pride bread commercial. Unfortunately, due to a controversy over increases in the price of a loaf of bread, the TV commercial is never screened and remains un-transmitted to this day.

Thursday November 14 The stage play Sgt. Produced by the Califomian based Vidtronics Company Inc. The second and re-edited second clip ends with Ringo, alongside the ship, waving from the top of the tower. To an accompaniment of the tracks 'Goodnight Vienna' and 'Only You', John assists Ringo with the narration of the commercial. Incidentally, at the end of the day's shoot, Ringo, still in his space suit, treats the neighbouring streets to a free laser show from the tower, when beams of lights are projected onto a star shaped mirror attached to his chest.

The lights, reportedly, are visible for hundreds of miles beyond the Los Angeles city limits. For this wonderful piece of cinema verite, John wanders aimlessly round the city and sets about capturing on film whatever comes his way. Dressed all in black with a large floppy hat, long coat, flared trousers and platform shoes, John supervises the filming of street beggars, truck drivers, a father carrying his small child on his back and even the city's cent adult peep shows at 42nd Street.

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