She Owned “The World’s Most Famous Club”
A new memoir recalls a part of Cavern Club history even ardent Beatle fans likely don’t know. It’s a love letter to Liverpool.
Some Time in New York City and POEM: 50 Years Later
John Lennon wanted something different from his Beatle days. This interview with a member of Elephant’s Memory shows how that came together.
“I’m goin’ to Strawberry Field”: The Journey of Julia Baird
The real “Strawberry Field” inspired both John Lennon — and his sister Julia. She’s now using the site as a place of help and healing.
Exploring “The Country of Liverpool”
American music made its way to Liverpool. But ancient English music influenced things centuries earlier. Here’s how it all came together.
1964: Why It Was The Worst Election Ever
Think 2020 politics is wild? Jude Kessler talks with a journalist who covered both the Beatles and the insane 1964 Democratic convention.