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'Fifth Beatle' Aspinall Dies at 66

First road manager became guardian of group's legacy

(Newser) - "Fifth Beatle" Neil Aspinall, the first road manager of the legendary band who later ran the Beatles' recording company, has died from lung cancer. Aspinall, 66, was the chief guardian of the group's musical legacy after the Beatles broke up. "He vigorously fought to protect the Beatles franchise,... More »

Beatles Fight to Stop Historic Bootleg

Group sues to prevent release of 1962 tape; Ringo's first gig

(Newser) - The Beatles are fighting to stop the release of recordings made at a German club just before they became the world's most famous band, the Miami Herald reports. The 1962 gig is historic for music buffs because it's the first time Ringo Starr played live with the band. A Miami... More »

Sex Trade Dying Out on Hamburg's 'Mile of Sin'

Red lights are going out on the Reeperbahn

(Newser) - Hamburg's Reeperbahn has been one of the world's most famous red light districts for as long as anyone can remember, but the "Mile of Sin's" flamboyant brothels are dying out, the Independent reports. Discos and cheap bars attracting binge-drinking teens are taking their place. The seedy street's old-timers lament... More »

Divorce Judge Blasts Mills as 'Inaccurate'

Sir Paul's ex 'less than candid' in case but 'kindly', he says

(Newser) - Heather Mills was an “inconsistent and inaccurate” witness in her divorce hearings with Paul McCartney, the case judge said today. He described the ex-Beatle’s ex as “less than candid” and “less than impressive,” but tempered his critique by noting that Mills is a “kindly... More »

McCartney Ordered to Pay Mills $48.7M to Settle Divorce

Sir Paul had reportedly offered $50M

(Newser) - A UK court today ordered Paul McCartney to pay Heather Mills $48.7 million to settle their protracted divorce case, in which the former model represented herself after firing her lawyers. "It was an incredible result to secure mine and my daughter's future and that of all the charities... More »

McCartney, Mills Can't Seal Deal

Despite earlier reports, couple fail to reach an agreement

(Newser) - Paul McCartney and Heather Mills again failed to strike a divorce agreement today, and the judge hearing their case will announce a decision in a few weeks, opening up the possibility that the action will be heard in open court. If either side contests the judge's ruling, the case will... More »

McCartney Coughs Up $108M to Mills

British tab says divorce settlement done; Mills promises not to dish

(Newser) - Maybe all you need is love, but when that fails, $108 million isn’t bad either. That’s how much Heather Mills will get from her ex-Beatle ex-hubby Paul McCartney in a divorce settlement both have agreed to, the Daily Mail reports. But Mills will have to sign a confidentiality... More »

McCartney Divorce Hearing Drags Into 2nd Week

Record financial settlement could be snagged on confidentiality deal

(Newser) - Divorce proceedings between Paul McCartney and Heather Mills will continue into next week, the BBC reports, amid media speculation that a confidentiality pact is holding up what is likely to be a record financial settlement. The private hearing in a London court was scheduled to end today but will extend... More »

Rock on! EU May Extend Song Copyrights

Ditties from Beatles, Who, Stones at play

(Newser) - Early hits from the Beatles and the Stones are only a few years away from falling out of copyright and into the public domain, but the European Commission wants to change that and keep royalties flowing to rock stars in their golden years, reports the Times of London. Plans to... More »

Indian Guru to the Beatles Dies

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi brought Transcendental Meditation to the West

(Newser) - Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the Indian guru who inspired the Beatles and founded the Transcendental Meditation movement, died yesterday at his Dutch home, the Guardian reports. He was believed to be 90. Maharishi—known as the “giggling guru” for his playful witticisms—hosted the Beatles for a highly publicized retreat... More »

Beatles Hotel Opens in Liverpool

'Interest has been unbelievable,' says manager

(Newser) - Move over, Penny Lane: Liverpool’s latest draw is the Hard Day's Night, a Fab Four-styled hotel that boasts 110 rooms and two swanky penthouses near the fabled Cavern Club, the BBC reports. The hotel also displays rare band photos and art by Beatles painter Shannon. “The bookings are... More »

NASA Tests Beatles' Star Power

Agency will beam 'Across the Universe' into space as dual anniversary celebration

(Newser) - NASA will send the Beatles song "Across the Universe" into deep space Monday, the Houston Chronicle reports. In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the founding of both the space agency and the band, NASA’s Deep Space Network will transmit the song toward the North Star, Polaris—which... More »

Sir Paul Denies Heart Surgery

On website, former Beatle says ticker tests, not angioplasty, was the call

(Newser) - Sir Paul McCartney has publicly denied claims that he was hospitalized for heart surgery, NME reports. Earlier this month, the Sun reported that the legendary former Beatle had undergone a coronary angioplasty. But today, McCartney reassured fans and friends on his website that he had simply been tested for a... More »

Xiu Xiu's Women Breaks Ground

Intense indie musician drops electronics in 6th album

(Newser) - One of indie music’s most intense projects, Xiu Xiu is always innovating, and sixth album Women as Lovers is no slouch—at least its first half, says Tiny Mix Tapes’ Julie. Frontman Jamie Stewart has dropped electronics, hired a virtuoso drummer and reversed his recent “stasis.” But... More »

Killing of John Lennon Is So-So

Critics praise the craft, but question the subject matter

(Newser) - Critics are decidedly mixed on "The Killing of John Lennon," Andrew Piddington's movie reconstructing events surrounding Mark David Chapman's 1980 murder of the Beatles beloved frontman. While “a well-made film" that doesn't ask you to sympathize with Chapman, Stephen Holden writes in the New York Times, ... More »

McCartney Had Secret Heart Op

'No need to worry' about ex-Beatle despite September angioplasty

(Newser) - Paul McCartney had a heart operation in secret in September, sources close to the former Beatle tell the Guardian. "Paul is in excellent health" after the coronary angioplasty, a source said. "Fans certainly have no need to worry." A filament tube is passed through the heart’s... More »

Beatles Works Set for 2008 Online Debut

Long-awaited move follows settlement of Apple trademark case

(Newser) - The long and winding road leads to your computer: The Beatles' catalogue should finally arrive online in 2008, says Paul McCartney. The release has been expected since February’s settlement in the trademark dispute between record label Apple and iTunes-provider Apple. The Beatles' work is among the most high-profile still... More »

Beatle's Wife Furious Over Paul's New Girl

Tryst caught on film enrages McCartney's soon-to-be-ex

(Newser) - When paparazzi caught Paul McCartney smooching millionaire heiress Nancy Shevell last weekend in the Hamptons, Heather Mills told the press her soon-to-be-ex-husband could do whatever he wanted. But in a private call, she let the former Beatle have it, a friend told the Mirror. "Heather demanded to know what... More »

Harrison's Catalog Goes Online

Nine albums released, more to come

(Newser) - George Harrison today became the final Beatle to release material online, as nine albums from his solo catalog were made available through iTunes and Amazon.com. Calling the release "exciting," Harrison's widow, Olivia, said: "He had begun digital remastering but had no idea how the digital world... More »

Pattie Boyd Spills About Rocker Loves

Ex-wife of George Harrison and Eric Clapton tells her story in new book

(Newser) - Pattie Boyd, ex-wife of rock legends George Harrison and Eric Clapton, opens up for the first time about their love triangle and her two tempestuous marriages in her new book Wonderful Tonight, ABC reports. A model who met Harrison when she played an extra in the "A Hard Days... More »

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