Band on The Run 50th Anniversary!
Band on the Run is back and better than ever, though it's new incarnation is being called by Sir Paul an "underdubbed" mixes.
Gary Wright Interview w Joe Johnson
Sad to learn that Gary Wright "The Dream Weaver" passed away on Monday September 4, 2023 from complications of another condition. In 2010 Beatle Brunch host Joe Johnson spoke with rock legend Gary Wright about his then new album "Connected", plus his connection to George Harrison. This interview was recorded in 2010 along with Tom Frangione of The Beatles Channel.
Louise Harrison Intv by Joe Johnson
Sad to hear of George's sister Louise Harrison passing at the age of 91. In 1997 she spoke at length with Joe Johnson and talked about The Beatles role in peace, recalls being the nurse for George their first weekend here when he had pneumonia. Louise shares a memory of the day George was born and tells us about the first time she heard "All Things Must Pass", and whom it was written for. #RIPLouiseHarrison
Wings Legend Denny Laine Dies at age 79
The rock world is saddened to learn of the passing of guitarist singer songwriter Denny Laine who died at 79 of Interstitial lung disease. Our hearts go out to his lovely wife Elizabeth and fans around the world.
Join Beatle Brunch and Jude Kessler in a Live Online Xmas Party
Join Joe and Jude Tuesday night DECEMBER 12th @ 8:30 eastern! We'll play Beatles Holiday songs and tell ya how they came about with some inside information on each! Look for the link in the story.
NEW Beatles Song Now & Then / Red & Blues
Every "NOW AND THEN" Capitol EMI releases a monstrous project and this one almost takes the cake! A "new" and final Beatles song created from a John Lennon demo in 1978, the audio disassembled and remixed with new drumming from Ringo, historic guitar from George then bass, vocals and some indian styles from Paul. Read all about it and share here.
Ringo is Honored as All Starrs are BACK!
Ringo still touring at 83? Here are Ringo;s new dates and an eye witness review from a recent show in Nashville from Beatle Brunch member Dr. Jennifer Sandi.
Plastic Ono Band RADIO SPECIAL
John & Yoko's Plastic Ono Band 50th anniversary remix remaster is OUT. Here this this 1-hour radio show hosted by noted British archivist, author and radio personality, Kevin Howlett, featuring interviews with Ringo Starr, Klaus Voorman, Yoko Ono, Alan White and many others, PLUS historic recollections from John Lennon. Enjoy this commercial free special honoring John & Yoko's favorite project together: Plastic Ono Band.
Paul McCartney Concert for NY Intv Joe Johnson
Paul McCartney calls into Beatle Brunch to talk with Joe Johnson after The Concert for New York, 2001. Joe has a chance to thank him for putting the show together and lining up performers.
Fest Fans Get Together in Chicago
The Windy CIty of Chicago hosted a reunion of Beatle fans at the Chicago Fest, on hold for the past few years due do Covid. A gaggle of Brunch listeners attended the annual summer fest, "TheFest for Beatles Fans". See you in the Meadowlands in February.