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2 days ago · John Lennon (born October 9, 1940, Liverpool, England—died December 8, 1980, New York, New York, U.S.) was a leader or coleader of the British rock group the Beatles, author and graphic artist, solo recording artist, and collaborator with Yoko Ono on recordings and other art projects. John Lennon and Yoko Ono.
- Robert Christgau
2 days ago · John Winston Lennon was born on 9 October 1940 at Liverpool Maternity Hospital, the only child of Julia (née Stanley) (1914–1958) and Alfred Lennon (1912–1976). Alfred was a merchant seaman of Irish descent who was away at the time of his son's birth.
Jun 22, 2024 · Alfred "Alf/Freddie" Lennon (14 December 1912 – 1 April 1976) was the father of English musician John Lennon. He spent many years in an orphanage—with his sister, Edith—after his father died. He was known as being very witty and musical throughout his life—he sang and played the banjo—but not as being very dependable.
Jun 12, 2024 · Julia Lennon was the mother of English musician John Lennon, who was born during her marriage to Alfred Lennon. After complaints to Liverpool’s Social Services by her eldest sister Mimi Smith, she surrendered the care of her son to Mimi.
Jun 16, 2024 · Over the last 38 years, I’ve heard John Lennon’s mate and noted Beatles author Bill Harry say many times, “Fred Lennon is the most maligned character in the entire Beatles story.” And I agree.
Jun 16, 2024 · The full story of that 1964 meeting between Fred Lennon and his son can be found in the “Sample Chapter” from Vol. 4, Should Have Known Better on The John Lennon Series website. Here is a link to that chapter, the sources, and the endnotes that fully explain the events of the day.
Jun 2, 2024 · Forty-one years ago, John Lennon was shot by a deranged fan outside of the Dakota Building (his home in New York City). The event shocked the entire world. In order to honor his life and legacy, I invite you to read ten intriguing facts about the founder of the Beatles.
