Jason Barnard and Philip Norman at The CAT Club, 25 April 2024 (Photo by Rev Reynolds)
Beatles biographer Philip Norman talks about the life and legacy of John Lennon. He shares insights into John’s childhood, personality, relationship with Yoko Ono, and the breakup of The Beatles. Philip recounts meeting The Beatles and Yoko, providing behind-the-scenes stories. He analyses Lennon’s debut solo album ‘Plastic Ono Band’, exploring its themes of vulnerability, trauma, and hope.
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The quote that Mr. Norman cites, which disparages Ringo’s drumming, is actually attributed to the comedian Jasper Carrot. It’s rather disheartening that an investigative journalist of Mr. Norman’s character would fail to mention this.