Here's a summary from Beatlefan editor Bill King of what you'll find in Beatlefan #186, which is now out:
- A special commemorative section devoted to John Lennon, including thoughts on what John would be like at 70, a 20-something's look at what Lennon means to the younger generation, a reflection on the many facets of Lennon's career and personality, assessments of the best and worst books about Lennon and an excerpt from Ken Sharp's new "Starting Over" book, with his colleagues talking about working with John in the studio during the "Double Fantasy" sessions. Plus a lot of photos!
- Rick Glover writes about seeing his 100th McCartney concert and being acknowledged from the stage by Paul.
- Howie Edelson talks with guitarist Laurence Juber about his studio work with McCartney and Wings, and Edelson also chats with Phil Collins and David Foster about some of their Beatle connections.
- Also in the issue: a fan's viewpoint on why he'd like to see McCartney once again part of a real band; a review of "Double Fantasy Stripped Down" by former "Good Morning America" personality Tony Perkins; critiques of the new "Come and Get It: The Best of Apple Records" and the "Nowhere Boy" film; a report on a Sean Lennon concert; a consumers guide to the recent John Lennon "Gimme Some Truth" reissue releases, and more.
A sample issue costs $7 in the U.S. or $8 abroad. A year's subscription in the U.S. costs $28 for six issues or $32.50 if sent First Class Mail in an envelope. More information at www.beatlefan.com.
And you can now follow Beatlefan on Twitter at http://twitter.com/BeatlefanExtra, on Facebook at http://bit.ly/1fxld3.
COMING IN ISSUE #187: Paul McCartney talks about the "Band on the Run" reissue.
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disappointed that there was no "Fandago" column in this issue.
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