Subtitled UNFINISHED MUSIC NO. 1, this was the first of a series of recordings that were released near the beginning of the couple's relationship. Yoko Ono, a member of the Fluxus art movement, was a respected artist and had been producing pieces in non-traditional media (sound, video, conceptual) throughout the '60s; in fact she met Lennon when he came to one of her gallery exhibitions. With The Beatles in often-fractious circumstances at that time, John Lennon poured his energies into collaborations with Yoko Ono.

This album, subtitled UNFINISHED MUSIC NO. 2, is linked to its predecessor (TWO VIRGINS: UNFINISHED MUSIC NO. 1) by name only. Though both offer recordings that found John Lennon happily stepping into the avant-garde world of his paramour, this album departs from the sound collage approach of their debut and instead offers a range of real time recordings. The improvisational 26-minute "Cambridge 1969" is from a live performance and primarily features Yoko Ono's vocals and Lennon's feedback guitar.

The couple's third album in less than a year commemorated their wedding in Gibraltar on March 20th, 1969. It was also the final installment of a sort of trilogy of releases which brought avant-garde music further into the mainstream than ever before (excepting "Revolution No. 9" on The Beatles' WHITE ALBUM). Their subsequent releases headed more or less into the realm of traditional song structures.

Live Peace In Toronto symbolised the status and the concerns John was to later persue. A combination of old and new songs with the Plastic Ono Band who had previously never played together.

The Beatles were no more and John with the Plastic Ono Band created an album with songs of meaning. Like MOTHER, that is sung to everyone yet, really for himself and the pain he was forced to deal with. This album is a classical album for songs just being raw. Hardly any modification took place for any special sounds or enhancements. Just listen to WELL WELL WELL. Now! That is a classic raw recording.

Imagine gained the power and status of today, when John was murdered. A song with passion and feeling that in a way, everyone can relate too. We must not forget the power of the other songs on the album. John later acknowledged, that Imagine was derived from Yoko's book GRAPEFRUIT.

Many would rate this as John's greatest album. With love songs such as OUT OF THE BLUE, I KNOW (I Know ) & YOU ARE HERE are equally matched with the power of the lyrics used for BRING ON THE LUCIE ( Freeda Peeple. )

Sometime In New York City is an album full of powerful political motivated songs. SUNDAY BLOODY SUNDAY, ANGELA, JOHN SINCLAIR & WOMAN IS THE NIGGER OF THE WORLD.All are catchy in tune, yet follows John's writing pattern with powerful structure and meaning behind the words. Unlike most songs of today's generation, where the listening is seen through the eyes and not heard through the ears. However, this political based album was released in the spring of 1972.

Another album that has beauty and love in the depths of songs such as BLESS YOU, SCARED, OLD DIRT ROAD & SURPRISE, SURPRISE (Sweet Bird Of Paradox). Of course, there is John's social - hard lined hitting song in the form of STEEL & GLASS. A good album to listen too. His last album of new material until the release of DOUBLE FANTASY in 1980.

I am more enticed to John's singing when he performed covers. He seemed more at ease with the old rocking style as he returned back to the roots of Rock 'n' Roll. Unfortunately, due to legal matters occuring with the release of ABBEY ROAD back in 1969; the similiarities of COME TOGETHER & Chuck Berry'sYOU CAN'T CATCH ME forced John and the Beatles to make a decision or face the courts. John settled out of court and agreed to perform two of Berry's songs on a album. Hence the release of ROCK 'n' ROLL. In my mind, the best album of John's solo career.

SHAVED FISH was John's last album before semi - retiring to look after son Sean. Shaved Fish was a compilation album of the songs that John was known for and resembled strength and concerns of the world's social attitudes. The disappointment to the album was the incorporation of the GIVE PEACE A CHANCE (reprise). Many would agree, that the album should have been complemented with the full version of GIVE PEACE A CHANCE. We would be later satisfied with it's inclusion on THE JOHN LENNON COLLECTION.

The end of a career and a brilliant life. The last album John would make. Once again, like with SOMETIME IN NEW YORK CITY, Yoko would share the spotlight with Yoko. No one will forget the beauty involved in the album. Escpecially with the likes of songs: (Just Like) STARTING OVER & WOMAN Each possessing such inner beauty within the lyrics and music, that reflects on the entire album. For this being his last album, John surely went out in style and memory! "Beauty comes from within the heart." John surely captured this and presented it well. As Paul said once " What a suitable ending!"

An album that was in the making. It was due to become the followup to DOUBLE FANTASY. A mixture of singles and pieces from other albums as well as new songs from Yoko. GROW OLD WITH ME was made with the use of a rhythm box and piano. This is a demo, so sound quality is poor. But, it is the last recording made of the song. Unfortunately, the tapes with the alternative versions, disappeared after his death. Just listening to the demo, you can preceive what the song could have been, if John was alive to finish it off. We will never know know!

An album that most fans were eagarly awaiting. The best of the best. This is the first time we see INSTANT KARMA! & MOVE OVER MS.L on an album. But, who could really go past the live atmosphere captured with INSTANT KARMA! Then there is the superb brilliance of WATCHING THE WHEELS. This is an album for those who are curious or just want a taste. This is the album to get!! Today, you can chose from either LENNON LEGEND or the THE LENNON COLLECTION.

Lennon's last live performance. Performed at Madison Square Gardens, NY August 30th 1972. It wasn't until 14 years later when the songs were digitally re-mastered for release. Most of the songs performed are of his hard hitting political style, with John venturing back to the past just once with: COME TOGETHER & HOUND DOG. An album that captures the feeling of what it was like at the concert, to an extent though. To hear a live performance with no dubbing tapes used, vocals raw and sudden changes to the song both with the music and lyrics is just music!

An album with early studio takes of songs heard from WALLS AND BRIDGES. Included on the album; two songs never heard before. HERE WE GO AGAIN & ROCK AND ROLL PEOPLE. We also get to hear the writing talent of engineer, PHIL SPECTOR with his song TO KNOW HER IS TO LOVE HER. That some of you may remember, The Beatles perfroming during their live sessions at the BBC. Again, John perfroms covers. Menlove Ave is the road where John lived with his Aunt Mimi and Uncle George. A bit of trivia for some of you. In this album, you can hear in John's voice the roots of the music he loved. There is the American influence arising from Fats Domino, Elvis and Phil Spector. Also, you can hear the Liverpudlian within his voice.

This is the soundtrack album to the motion picture. Songs range from his years with the Beatles: TWIST AND SHOUT, HELP! A DAY IN THE LIFE & REVOLUTION through to his solo career with, IMAGINE (rehersal), MOTHER, WOMAN & IMAGINE. We hear for the first time the demo of what would be later heard on ANTHOLOGY 2 - The Beatles. REAL LOVE. This album, if you are looking for classic John, then this is it! Right from PLEASE PLEASE ME to DOUBLE FANTASY.

Released in 1990 under the Parlophone label, this 4 CD box set was the first such compilation of Lennon's songs. Each CD representing fragements of songs from Imagine to Double Fantasy. This collection pays respect and homage to Lennon. Each song holds its own spotlight, without being clouded over by any other song. Truly a collection for those who like Lennon. There is never a disappointing song. This box set has been discontinued.

Imagine a place where the personal, political, and emotional elements of John Lennon's music converge together seamlessly in one cohesive production. An assortment of his finest solo work, LENNON LEGEND: THE VERY BEST OF JOHN LENNON is of great interest to anyone who's ever been a fan of the Beatles, the Plastic Ono Band, Yoko Ono, or simply the genius himself. Ranging from a rendition of Ben E. King's "Stand By Me" to the sounds of the Plastic Ono Band and the Harlem Community Choir on "Happy Xmas" and the classic anti-war anthem "Give Peace A Chance." The recordings assembled here stand as a testament to one of rock's most complex and influential musical talents. If you believe that Lennon's greatest period of creativity came to an end with the Beatles, you owe yourself a listen to this album.

Released late 1998. It is an album full of live performances, demos created within John's home (Ascot)and the recording studio, including some wild sessions. The four discs really do give you an insight on how John was at home with his family and at work with his passion in the studio. Each disc represents stages of his life as well as representing his albums and years. The first disc is from John's solo days in England, the Plastic Ono Band and Imagine years. Disc 2 is from John's early days in NYC: Sometime in New York City and Mind Games years. Disc 3 is from the time John spent in Los Angeles. The Walls and Bridges and Rock & Roll years. The 4th and final disc is from John's years in the Dakota Apartment building in New York. The Double Fantasy and Milk and Honey years. Words of descritption do not give credit to this collection. The best way to give credit to this collection is for you to listen. You will surely feel an appreciation, even if you are not a fan. It is worth the buy! There are some tracks that never made any of John's albums. I'm The Greatest, Goodnight Vienna, Serve Yourself and Be My Baby. There are some tracks that involve the family.

If the corresponding Lennon Anthology box (4 CDs) gives you more inside information than you ever wanted about anyone--even he of former Beatle fame--then WONSAPONATIME is your ticket. With these select out-takes and demos Yoko Ono has compiled the aural equivalent of a snap shot "brag book." From shaming Paul on "How Do You Sleep" to wooing Yoko on "Oh My Love;" from the minimalist screed of "I Found Out" to the utopian yearning of "Imagine," Lennon vents and reflects in mostly familiar tunes with alternative settings.

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