GREEN CARD FOOTAGE OF JOHN LENNON FOUND

The directors of the new documentary The U.S. vs. John Lennon found a key piece of archival footage only weeks before the film was scheduled to wrap production. The film, which was released last month, chronicles Lennon's four-year fight to legally remain in the U.S. For years, the footage of Lenon and wife Yoko Ono appearing on July 27th, 1976 at the Department of Neutralization and Immigration in New York City was thought to have been lost forever.

David Leaf, who co-directed the film which documents Lennon's harassment by the Nixon administration, told us that the footage was discovered during the production's eleventh hour: "You know, we had interviewed people who were there and they had told us what John said outside the building, but to find John saying that, it's so impactful. You know, he thanks his fans, he makes the classic comment, 'Time wounds all heels.' We found that three weeks before we finished the movie. It was in a mismarked reel."

The footage of Lennon was shot for WABC-TV in New York.

The U.S. vs. John Lennon, which was produced with the cooperation and participation of Yoko Ono, is in theatres now.

WORLD FAIR TRADE DAY WITH SIR PAUL

On Saturday May 9, World Fair Trade Day will celebrate its 60th birthday. “Big Bang” is the celebration theme this year, which means everyone’s invited to "bang something (anything) with spoons, sticks, hands, fingers, friends, family, neighbours, a crowd, an audience, a solution. Beat poverty beat climate change beat economic crisis." The day of global celebrations in over 80 countries will kick off at dawn with a solo drummer in New Zealand starting the beat, with the intent to continue the rhythm around the world until reaching Samoa at sunset for the close of the celebrations.
Major supporter of the global event Sir Paul McCartney says, “Fair Trade is essential for millions of people who work and struggle for survival every day. It’s all about justice and human rights.”
Aside from banging your drum all day on May 9, you can support Fair Trade everyday by buying Fair Trade products like chocolate, bananas, rice, coffee, sugar, clothing and flowers. Look for the Transfair Fair Trade logo on products in your local stores, or go online to look for Fair Trade retailers close to you.

ACORNS OF PEACE

Yoko Ono intends to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of John Lennon's "Acorn Peace," in which she and the ex-Beatle planted acorns for peace in 1969, by calling 123 world leaders and urging them to reflect on world peace. Ono will send the leaders two acorns each, in a transparent box with the inscription "Acorn Peace by John and Yoko, Spring 2009."

SIR PAUL AND PAM

But when trusty BEATLES legend PAUL MCCARTNEY gets involved, curves and cleavage are swapped for climate change and crop yields.

The animal-rights activist penned a two-page "letter regarding livestock and greenhouse gases" calling on the Baywatch actress to help spread the word of vegetarianism.

BEATLES ROCK BAND

Game Stop just announced details of the Beatles Rock Band Limited Edition Premium Bundle. According to an email sent out, the Bundle will include a a Hofner bass, "The Beatles-inspired and Ludwig-branded Rock Band drums with classic pearl finish, a metal kick pedal and a vintage replica drum head," a microphone and stand, as well as "additional special content." We're guessing that the drum set's careful description means it'll be an embellished Rock Band 2 drum set, rather than an accurate replica of Ludwig drums.

BEATLES BIOGRAPHY PLAQUE

This Beatles biography collector plaque eloquently tells the story of America's most cherished musical idols! It proudly features the biography of the legendary Beatles, accompanied by a colorful classic photo. A fitting testament to the everlasting appeal of these beloved heroes! Plastic frame; glass cover. 10" x 1/2" x 8" high.
Great collector item.

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THE BEATLES REUNITE

Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr have performed together for the first time in seven years at an all-star benefit concert in New York City.

The surviving members of the Beatles performed a selection of Beatles and Wings classics from Can't Buy Me Love to Let It Be in the fundraiser for at-risk youth.

BEATLES MEMORABILIA