December 8, 2009 -- John Lennon, founding member of the Beatles, was shot to death by Mark David Chapman at the entry to his Dakota apartment in New York City 29 years ago yesterday (December 9). Still, heartfelt feelings continue to run high around the world. Yes, sadly, the great musician is gone but not forgotten, especially as experienced in a fine exhibit now showing in Liverpool, England -- John's birthplace.
To see what I mean, when you are in the United Kingdom, do your best to stop by the Beatles Story, situated just off Albert Dock next to the infamous Mersey River.
This ode to John -- as well as Paul, George, and Ringo -- is housed in a modern building where the newest temporary exhibit has been curated by Julian and Cynthia Lennon.
Filled with John's personal possessions and Beatle memorabilia like no other, a recent visit personally introduced me to Lennon's hippie Afghan coat, his memorable Help! cape, and a cool Honda motorcycle John owned. Also on hand were a lot of old photos, some of which are of John when Julian was a baby.
And the coup de gras?
Paul McCartney's handwritten "Hey Jude" recording notes.
White Feature: Spirit of Lennon runs until years' end, a true tribute to the late, great John Lennon.
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I haven't been to all the Beatles stuff in Liverpool, even when I've been back there to visit relatives. As my conservative old auntie said, "They are just good Liverpool lads, you know."
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