Topic: John Lennon

American Idol: Steven Tyler predicts a Jessica Sanchez win (+video)

American Idol: The final three contestants each performed three songs Wednesday night. After her first performance, Steven Tyler predicted that Jessica Sanchez would take home the American Idol title. Did he speak too soon?

The Beatles: Here come the sons?

Rumors swirl that the sons of the Beatles are considering starting a band.

A valentine message: 'All you need is love'

A Christian Science perspective: Valentine's Day or not, in God's love for each of His children, no one is left out.

Mitt Romney breaks into song, serenading Florida voters (+video)

Mitt Romney usually recites lyrics to 'America the Beautiful' during his stump speech. But on Monday, the eve of Florida's GOP primary, he broke into song – and the crowd joined him.

5 best books about John Lennon

More than three decades after his death, the Beatles member is still the subject of many biographies.

George Harrison's sister Louise plans a book about the Beatles

Louise Harrison's new book will detail the band's rise to fame and offer insight into Harrison's later years.

Who was John Lennon? Interview with biographer Tim Riley

Lennon biographer Tim Riley talks about John, his relationships with Yoko Ono and Paul McCartney, and the mystique that surrounds them all.

Top Picks: Putumayo's 'African Beat' CD, Spanish tenor on PBS, 'Bridesmaids' the DVD, and more

Putumayo launches new World Beat music series including 'African Beat', Spanish tenor Placido Domingo retrospective airs on PBS, Judd Apatow's comedy 'Bridesmaids' comes out on DVD, and more top picks.

Paul McCartney at Wrigley Field: Concert review

McCartney is on a barnstorming tour of five of North America’s top baseball stadiums this summer, an itinerary that may look sparse in a datebook but is ending up to be the most exhilarating performance run of his career.

Mick Jagger: closet conservative?

A new 2012 biography of Mick Jagger promises to show a tamer side of rock-and-roll's bad boy.

Elections 101: Ten facts about Thaddeus McCotter and his run for president

Thaddeus McCotter, the GOP’s surprise dark horse, is stirring up the race. The five-term Michigan congressman declared his candidacy for president on July 2 in his home state.

A Beatles-loving, guitar-playing son of the heartland, Representative McCotter has strong conservative credentials and populist appeal. But there’s a problem. Thaddeus who?

Top Picks: Music from Sasquatch, Jennifer Lopez, Lord of the Rings, and more

Live recordings from the Sasquatch Music Festival, J-Lo and Marc Anthony look for talent in Latin America, Lord of the Rings returns to theaters, and more recommendations

A Jane Austen Education: How Six Novels Taught Me About Love, Friendship, and the Things That Really Matter

William Deresiewicz was sure that he despised Jane Austen – until she became the woman who changed his life.

Reading My Father

Alexandra Styron searches his writings and her memory in an attempt to piece together the puzzle that was her father, author William Styron.

Michael Jackson estate earns millions after artist's passing

Michael Jackson estate: The late artist was in substantial debt when he died in 2009, but the Michael Jackson estate has since earned $310 million and industry players expect the estate will continue to earn millions for years to come.

The Super Bowl just aggravates our addiction to hyperbole

The Jets are out, the Steelers are in. The Green Bay Packers ousted the Chicago Bears. And now we'll be subjected to weeks of adrenaline-pumping adjectives – a trend that has spread to politics and media, corroding our discourse.

Classic review: The Beatles

What can there possibly be that we don't already know about the Beatles? Read this book to find out.

You Never Give Me Your Money

Veteran music reporter Peter Doggett offers a heartbreaking but fascinating account of the postbreakup Beatles.

Jared Lee Loughner: seeking insight from his reading list

Jared Lee Loughner's favorite books include many with anti-government themes.

An icon of the American road finds a home in South Africa

One South African man has built an eco-friendly trailer park in Western Cape with American Airstreams, paying homage to an icon of the American road.

John Lennon: Top 6 most influential songs

The 30 years that have passed since John Lennon's death have done little to diminish him as one of the most respected musicians of the 20th century. Here are six of his most influential songs.

John Lennon fans remember former Beatle in New York

John Lennon fans celebrated his life Wednesday by visiting Strawberry Fields, the Central Park garden dedicated in his memory. Wednesday marks the 30th anniversary of John Lennon's death.