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Lennon Citroën ad – original audio

Written by admin on March 6, 2010 – 11:06 pm -

The appearance of John Lennon in a commercial for the Citroën DS-3 car has caused some predictable controversy, with some offended by Lennon being used to endorse a product from beyond the grave.

John Lennon Citroen advert controversy The Citroën DS-3 is being promoted with the slogan “Anti Retro.” In keeping with this, footage is shown of Lennon criticizing people’s nostalgia for the 1960s and 70s. He says “Once a thing’s been done it’s been done. Looking backwards for inspiration, copying the past – how is that rock ’n’ roll? Do something of your own. Start something new. Live your life now. Know what I mean?”

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Classic Elvis Presley jacket up for auction

Written by admin on March 4, 2010 – 11:57 am -

An iconic red suede jacket worn by Elvis Presley in the 1950s is one of 578 items featured in an online Rock ‘N’ Roll auction from GOTTA HAVE IT® Collectibles .

The auction features original 45s, movie posters, rare photographs, handwritten lyric sheets, signed memorabilia, and jewellery and clothing worn by some of the greats of popular music, including Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, James Brown and many more.

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Tales from a rock ‘n’ roll life – Robert Hilburn

Written by admin on February 16, 2010 – 11:19 am -

Thanks to likethebike of the FECC forum for his permission to post this review.
Stopped into Barnes and Noble tonight and noticed Robert Hilburn, the famous rock critic, had written a memoir, “Corn Flakes With John Lennon: and Other Tales from a Rock n’ Roll Life.” Being that I know Hilburn has written often and very well of Elvis in the past, I figured there would be some Elvis content. I was very surprised to find though that Elvis in spirit and flesh is a major player in the book.

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Classic love songs for Valentine’s Day

Written by admin on February 14, 2010 – 7:41 am -

Happy Valentine’s Day from Classic Pop Icons. Today is a good excuse to look back at some of the classic love songs of the 50s and 60s. Enjoy these timeless performances from Jackie Wilson, Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, The Shirelles and The Beatles.

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Ringo Starr 2010 tour

Written by admin on February 11, 2010 – 11:17 pm -

Six new dates have been announced for the 2010 Ringo Starr All Starr Band tour.

Ringo Starr The new dates are:

07/05/2010 New Brunswick, NJ
07/06/2010 Lancaster, PA
07/28/2010 Calgary, AB
07/30/2010 Airway Heights, WA
08/05/2010 Rancho Mirage, CA
08/06/2010 San Diego, CA .

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