The Beatles’ Apple Corps Announces New CEO

Sony Music's The Thread Shop and Apple Corps, Ltd. have created the pop-up to celebrate and showcase the first wave of products available under a newly announced licensing agreement for The Beatles merchandising rights in North America. Beatles pop-up shop, 163 Mercer Street, New York, USA - 18 Dec 2019 The Beatles products will range from holiday sweaters, hats, scarves and tree ornaments to branded toys, turntables and even a Beatles pinball machine, offering shoppers fashionable and gift-worthy items for every type of Beatles fan.

The recent appointment of Tom Greene as CEO of The Beatles’ Apple Corps Ltd. marks a significant transition for the company, reflecting the iconic band’s ongoing influence and ambition to expand its cultural footprint. Greene, set to begin his tenure in September 2025, brings a wealth of experience from previous roles in leading notable franchises…

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Aldi Renamed Manchester Store “Aldeh” in Honor of Oasis Tour Kickoff

British singer / songwriter, Liam Gallagher, performs a sold out show at the Sheffield Arena on the first night of his 'Definitely Maybe' 2024 UK tour. ..William John Paul Gallagher is an English singer and songwriter who achieved fame as the lead vocalist of the rock band Oasis from 1991 to 2009. He later fronted the rock band Beady Eye from 2009 to 2014, before starting a successful solo career in 2017. Liam Gallagher performs a sold out show at the Sheffield Arena 2024 - 01 Jun 2024

The excitement surrounding Oasis’s reunion tour has spread beyond the music world, resonating through various aspects of pop culture, as evidenced by Aldi’s creative store rebranding. Ahead of Oasis’s highly anticipated comeback gigs, supermarket giant Aldi has temporarily renamed its Prestwich branch to “Aldeh” to honor the iconic band and celebrate the rich musical heritage…

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Foreigner is No Longer Retiring it Seems

Bruce Watson and Luis Maldonado of Foreigner in concert during the Farewell Tour at The I Think Financial Amphitheater Foreigner in concert, West Palm Beach, Florida, USA - 08 Jul 2023

Foreigner, the iconic rock band known for hits like “I Want to Know What Love Is” and “Juke Box Hero,” has surprised fans by retracting their initial decision to retire. The band, renowned for its influence on the 1970s rock scene, had originally announced their farewell tour in 2022. At that time, lead vocalist Kelly…

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Keith Urban & Nicole Kidman Celebrate 19 Years of Marriage

HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA - APRIL 18: American-Australian actress Nicole Kidman and Husband/Australian-American musician Keith Urban arrive at the Los Angeles Premiere of Focus Features 'The Northman' held at the TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on April 18, 2022 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency) 'The Northman' film premiere, Los Angeles, California, USA - 18 Apr 2022

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have long been one of Hollywood’s most cherished couples, and they recently celebrated a significant milestone, marking 19 years of marriage. The pair, who first crossed paths at the G’Day USA event in Los Angeles, tied the knot in 2006. Their wedding ceremony was a private affair at the Cardinal…

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Katy Perry & Orlando Bloom Split After Many Years Together

Asset ID: 14434069ae Breakthrough Prize Ceremony, Los Angeles, California, United States - 13 Apr 2024 Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom attend the 10th annual Breakthrough Prize ceremony at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom, the celebrity couple known for their whirlwind romance and public engagements, have officially called off their wedding plans after nine years together. The high-profile pair, who share a daughter, Daisy Dove, have been the subject of breakup rumors for months, with recent confirmations solidifying the end of their engagement. The…

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Sex Pistols’ John Lydon Accused of Profiteering From Wife’s Death

JOHN LYDON AND WIFE NORA JOHN LYDON AT THE MARRIOT HOTEL AFTER WALKING OUT OF 'I'M A CELEBRITY GET ME OUT OF HERE', GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - 05 FEB 2004

John Lydon, known for his revolutionary role as the frontman of the Sex Pistols and the visionary founding member of Public Image Ltd (PiL), remains a notable figure in the music industry, characterized by his unfiltered opinions and musical explorations. Lydon’s career, marked by his rebellious nature and innovative approaches, has never shied away from…

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Bob Dylan Announces New Art Book For Fall 2025

Bob Dylan Bob Dylan in concert during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Buffalo Chip Campground, Sturgis, South Dakota, America - 10 Aug 2010

Bob Dylan, the legendary singer and songwriter, is expanding his artistic repertoire with the release of a new book titled “Point Blank,” set to be published by Simon & Schuster on November 18, 2025. This collection offers a glimpse into Dylan’s captivating artwork created between 2021 and 2022, featuring approximately 100 black-and-white drawings that capture…

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Steven Van Zandt Recovering After Emergency Surgery

Steven Van Zandt performs with Bruce Springsteen on Day 7 of American Express Presents BST Hyde Park on July 6, 2023 in London, United, Kingdom. (Photo by Dave Hogan/Hogan Media/Shutterstock) American Express presents BST Hyde Park, Day 7, London, UK - 06 Jul 2023

Renowned guitarist and actor Steven Van Zandt recently underwent emergency surgery for appendicitis, forcing him to miss several upcoming performances with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Van Zandt, affectionately known as Little Steven, experienced severe stomach pain, initially mistaking it for food poisoning before doctors diagnosed it as appendicitis. The surgery, which took…

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Sting Addresses Support Act’s Cardiac Arrest Incident

Sting Radio 2 in the Park, Day 1, Preston, UK - 07 Sep 2024

During the On The Waterfront festival at Pier Head in Liverpool, a serious incident unfolded involving The Christians’ drummer, Lionel Duke. The band was performing as a support act for musician Sting when Duke suddenly collapsed on stage two songs into their set. It was soon identified that he had suffered a cardiac arrest. The…

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Dr. Demento Retires After 55 Years

Grammy-winning musical satirist 'Weird Al' Yankovic (L) is joined by radio broadcaster Dr. Demento during an unveiling ceremony honoring Yankovic with the 2,643rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles on August 27, 2018. Weird Al Yankovic Fame Walk, Los Angeles, California, United States - 27 Aug 2018

After an illustrious 55-year career in radio, Barret “Dr. Demento” Hansen has announced his retirement, bringing to a close one of the most iconic chapters in the history of comedy and novelty music. Dr. Demento, a name synonymous with offbeat humor, has been a fixture in radio since his first broadcast in October 1970 at…

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Terry Luttrell of REO Speedwagon Survives Car Crash After Sleeping at The Wheel

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Veteran rock singer Terry Luttrell, known for his involvement with REO Speedwagon, recently survived a serious car accident after falling asleep at the wheel. The incident occurred following a one-off reunion concert held at the State Farm Center in Illinois, a significant event marking the band’s long history. Luttrell, who is 78, had been awake…

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The Who’s Roger Daltrey Knighted By King Charles III

Roger Daltrey The Who in concert at The O2, Greenwich, London, UK - 12 Jul 2023

In a moment of significant achievement, legendary rocker Roger Daltrey, renowned for his role as the frontman of The Who, has been honored with a knighthood by King Charles III. This accolade, announced in the King’s Birthday Honours, recognizes Daltrey’s immense contributions to music and his extensive charitable work. Over the years, Roger Daltrey has…

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