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| July 2006
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JULIAN LENNON NEWSLETTER SHOP OPENING - - - SHOP OPENING - - - SHOP OPENING Today our new online shop goes live! The shop can be accessed through www.lennon.net and will be selling merchandise connected with my last album, ‘Photograph Smile' along with Mum's book (more signed copies available) and a limited edition photograph of me with my father which comes from my own personal collection. Many of you will be aware of a new Cirque du Soleil show in Las Vegas called, ‘Love'. It features 130 Beatles songs and I attended the premiere at the Mirage hotel on 30 th June. I can assure you this is a once in a lifetime experience and well worth a visit if you can make it to Las Vegas. Hopefully some pictures from the opening night will be on the website soon. Tickets for the show are now available through the website. All the very best Jules xxxxx |
June 2006
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JULIAN LENNON NEWSLETTER This month is hotting up to be one of our busiest ever on the website. The new online shop is nearly ready and should be available over the next couple of weeks. I will alert you when it goes live. Along with a chance to buy the ‘Photograph Smile’ CD and associated merchandise, we will be adding some very new and exclusive products throughout the year. Firstly, I have convinced my mother to sign some more copies of her book, ‘John’. A limited number of these will be on sale to celebrate the release of the paperback edition of the book. The copies for sale will still be in hardback though.
Jules xxxxx |
| April 2006
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JULIAN LENNON NEWSLETTER So far this month I’ve been
writing in I’m going to be at home in Jules XXXX |
| March 2006
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PAPERBACK OF CYNTHIA LENNON’S ‘JOHN’ IS
PUBLISHED IN THE U K The
paperback edition of Cynthia’s book ‘John’ is published in the U K on
Monday 10th
April. She will be promoting the book via
various newspaper and radio interviews including a 1 hour special on Capital Gold on
Monday 10th April. Look out for her
appearance on The Paul O’Grady Show on Channel 4 on Thursday 13th April, All
are welcome! |
| March 2006
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JULIAN LENNON NEWSLETTER A bit of a late newsletter this month I'm afraid. I've had a few days off skiing in France to get my head clear after so much writing. I've written about 30 new songs for the album and need to begin sorting out which ones will make it onto the final release. I think in April I may spend some time in the studio recording tracks to see how they are going to sound with a full band playing on them. Hopefully that will help ascertain what sort of direction this album will take. I will be back in a few weeks with an update for April. Take care in the meantime. Speak to you soon, Jules XXXX |
February 2006 |
JULIAN LENNON NEWSLETTER Welcome to the fist in a series of what I hope will be more regular communications from me. I will be sending out newsletters on a monthly basis, keeping you up to date with my plans and activities during what promises to be a very busy and exciting year for me. I have been preparing tracks at my home studio for use on a new album. Over the next couple of months I shall be deciding which songs will make it onto the album aswell as getting a producer in place. Hopefully the album will be finished by the end of this year. I will keep you up to date with what happens. In the meantime, keep visiting the sites and using Fanspeak. We have been welcoming many new members to our community and there will be lots for you all to discuss this year! Coming Soon We are currently working on a new online shop. We will be able to accept credit cards again and there will be some very unique opportunities to purchase some fantastic stuff. Speak to you soon, Jules XXXX |
December 2005 |
Holiday Newsletter, December 2005 Hi folks! Happy New Year everyone! And it's been quite a year. For Mum especially. Her book, ‘John', was published in September to great reviews and wonderful feedback from the fans. She has asked me to pass on her thanks for all your letters and emails and your support and kindness over the past few months. I know she especially enjoyed meeting so many people at her signings both in Europe and in the US . Thank you! I genuinely felt that the time was right for Mum to write her story, that her side was long overdue, and so I was really heartened by your positive response to the book. I sincerely commend ‘John' to all of you who in Mum's words want to know “the real story of the real John, the man who made such an impact on the world.” Many people have said how much they enjoyed reading my Foreword to Mum's book.So, I
thought I would put a clip from the audio version of that Foreword here. For me, the most exciting thing this past year has been the completion of my home-studio. I've been having a great time these last few months, writing new songs and collaborating with Greg Darling and other musicians and friends. I was recently in the UK for a few weeks trying to finalise “The Team” I've been putting together over the year, and it seems, so far, that my dream team is really coming together. They're all very talented people in their own right; details of who they are will be announced once everyone signs on the dotted line! If all goes according to plan I'll be in the studio this spring recording with my producer of choice, and hopefully, once PR and marketing are organised, you will be hearing something new from me, either by year's end 2006, or first thing 2007. In the meantime … All the best and Happy New Year – see you on the other side! Love Jules x |
| September 2005 | Statement from Julian Lennon on the 25 th
anniversary of John Lennon's death As the anniversary of Dad's death approaches, I have, inevitably, started receiving many requests for interviews. I am not going to give any interviews on the subject; I genuinely feel that I have talked about Dad enough. But I do appreciate the enormous interest people have in my father and his legacy and so, in lieu of interviews, I am going to say just this: “Dad was a great talent whose music and ideals are an inspiration to millions. Yet I have always had very mixed feelings about Dad. He was the father I loved who let me down in so many ways. Who knows how our relationship might have developed if he had not been murdered … it's painful to think that his early death robbed me of the chance for us to know each other better. What can never be taken away are his words and music, that's his legacy for me. It's in my blood for a start. Like Dad I became a musician too, and as with many other artistes in this world his words and music continue to influence me today and probably forever more.” Also, I can direct you to two projects to which I have made a contribution. First, Mum's book. As you probably know by now, Mum has written a biography about Dad and her time with him and I have provided the Foreword. I am immensely proud of her achievement – it's an honest and truthful account of the ten years they shared together – half his adult life! I recommend this book to anyone who wants to know the truth, the real truth about Dad and his life with Mum. The book is called ‘John' and is published on 26 September 2005 . And the second is a TV profile of Dad which will transmit on BBC Television in October. I very, very rarely take part in shows like this but I was impressed with the integrity of the company who are making it for the BBC and their commitment to making it a balanced and thoughtful programme. I expect there will be lots of other programmes and profiles commemorating and celebrating Dad on and around 8 December … for Mum and me that day will be one of private remembrance. |
| 10th April 2002 | Matt Backer performs a rare one-off solo gig in Chicago
on April 10th at Lakeview Links, on-stage at the implausibly early hour of 8:00 PM.
Following the lengthy gestation, his solo debut "Is That All" is beginning to
receive critical acclaim. February's MOJO said "...Backer steps centre stage with a
janglesome rock record full of wise, chunky guitar and the sort of songs that only come
with experience and a large record collection...vitality of the playing and the sheer
depth of Backer's facility provide the necessary uplift..." What's On in London said
"...high time he released a solo album - the excellent, quirky, 60's inflected
pop-rock of Is That All..." and the New York IPO journal described him as "A
gentleman from the UK who would definitely be an industry darling if he was based in the
States. His songs combine a radio friendly edge with some of the catchiest melodies this
side of Buckingham Palace." For more information, check www.mattbacker.com and www.warmfuzz.com |
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| 25th June 2001 | Guitarist Matt Backer has signed to Warm Fuzz Records and his latest work, "Is That All" can be found at www.warmfuzz.com |
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| 13th November 2000 | "This year the fashion industry came together with Olympus cameras to raise money for people affected by HIV/AIDS. Many celebrities were asked to take a picture of whatever they pleased and these then went on sale in London on November 1st. Julian was among the contributors and helped raise £30, 000. Other fundraisers included Elton John, Britney Spears, Bryan Adams and Richard Branson." |
| 9th November 2000 | Julian has donated gifts to the Brooklands Special School in Surrey, England. They held an Autographed Celebrity Memorabilia Auction and raised £4, 425 |
| 10th October 2000 | 'ALL YOU NEED IS...' The Concert Event at The Palace Theatre, London to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of John Lennon's tragic death. Percentages of proceeds going to the BBC 'Children In Need' Appeal & Greenpeace. TICKETS Onsale from Monday October 2nd. To BOOK call 0207 494 5098 or any TICKET MASTER OUTLET. |
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October - 15th October, 2000 |
"Love & Betrayal: The Mia Farrow Story". Was Julian in this film playing John? No. But if you dont believe us you will be able to see for yourself. Time and channel details to follow. |
| 9th October, 2000 | If it wasn't for his tragic death it would have been John Lennon's 60th Birthday today. Our best wishes to all of John's family and all his fans. |
| 8th October, 2000 | Bravo TV profiles "The Real
Yoko Ono", featuring a brief interview with Julian. Showing at 6 am and 1 am. |
| 4th October, 2000 | As you may already know, this year sees the 20th anniversary of John Lennon's death. The parole hearing of his killer, Mark Chapman, is also upon us. Thus far Julian Lennon has declined all interview requests pertaining to these subjects. He will commemorate his fathers death in his own private way and believes that Mark Chapman's situation is for the parole board to decide. |
| April 28th, 2000 | VH1 will be re-airing the "Behind the Music" on Julian in the US on Friday, April 28th at 3pm EST. |
| April 2000 | After spending Christmas and New Year abroad, Julian has been back in the studio in London working on various material with a view to releasing an album later in the year. There is also the possibility that a 'best of' album could be released before the Summer. |
| December 16th , 1999 | "The ABC documentary on Julian Lennon, scheduled for Dec 16th has been postponed once again. No explanation has been given. Whenever a new transmission date is announced it will be published here and subscribers to the Newsletter will be advised. We apologise for any inconvenience." |
| November 29th - December 3rd, 1999 | ChoiceRadio.com present a week long tribute to Julian Lennon topping off the week on Friday, December 3rd with an intimate Live Chat Event with Julian himself! |
| November 7th, 1999 | VH1 Will be airing the Julian Lennon, "Behind The Music" special at 3pm. |
| October 8th, 1999 | VH1 will be repeating Julian Lennon's - Behind The Music at 11.30pm Eastern time |
| September 26th, 1999 | Julian will be headlining the AES Convention at the China Club in New York. This is an invite only affair |
| September 6th, 1999 | Julian has now returned back home to London after his successful tour of the USA, where he will take a short break before promotion of "Photograph Smile" resumes. Also this week, Music From Another Room welcomes ABC's "20/20" crew to London where they are filming for a show on Julian. |
| August 11th, 1999 | Julian will again be appearing on the Jay Leno show. |
| July 13th, 1999 | Julian and his band depart London for Chicago, in preparation for the upcoming US tour which begins Thursday. |
| July - August, 1999 | Julian's US '99 promotional tour |