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Post by nowheregirl on May 4, 2008 17:19:07 GMT 1
Imagine you had a friend who knew nothing about John Lennon. Which albums, books and DVDs would you recommend to him or her?
You can choose no more than 3 albums, 3 books and 3 DVDs.
Post your lists here (and give reasons for your choices if you want to).
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Post by nowheregirl on May 4, 2008 17:19:37 GMT 1
Albums1. Imagine 2. John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band 3. Lennon Legend I consider the first two to be John's best albums and should be essential listening for any fan. For the third album, I've chosen a compilation as it's a good way to introduce a new fan to his music. Books1. Lennon: The Definitive Biography by Ray Coleman 2. John by Cynthia Lennon 3. In His Own Write/A Spaniard in the Works by John Lennon No, I haven't cheated! In His Own Write & A Spaniard in the Works are available as a double volume. www.amazon.co.uk/His-Own-Write-Spaniard-Works/dp/071266615XDVDs1. Imagine 2. The US vs John Lennon 3. Gimme Some Truth
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Mrs. O'Boogie
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Post by Mrs. O'Boogie on May 4, 2008 22:23:40 GMT 1
Albums
1. Imagine
2. Lennon Legend
3. Walls and Bridges
Books
1. Lennon Legend by James Henke
2. John and A twist of lennon by Cynthia Lennon
3. In His Own Write/A Spaniard in the Works by John Lennon
Yes, they are available as a double volume and with an introduction by Paul McCartney
DVDs
1. Imagine
2. The US vs John Lennon
3. Gimme Some Truth
( Have to agree in this same 3 choices)
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Post by Euan Buchan on May 5, 2008 11:26:10 GMT 1
Albums
Imagine
Double Fantasy
The Definitive Lennon
Books
Lennon by Ray Coleman
Lennon Legend
Lennon Revealed
DVD
Imagine John Lennon
Gimmie Some Truth
The US VS John Lennon
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Post by onolennon on May 5, 2008 13:53:24 GMT 1
Albums
- Lennon Legend
- Imagine
- Double Fantasy
I also think that a compilation would be good for the beginners. That way they can hear his most famous songs. I picked 'Imagine' and 'Double Fantasy' because I think they're a bit more... 'accessible'. The songs are well-known and that way, the beginner will certainly feel more comfortable and confident on hearing the records.
Books
Now, this is no easy task. I love reading about John, but certain books may be a bit too specific to newbies. Therefore, I would reccomend:
- Lennon Revealed (which I think is a great book for both beginners and 'hardcore' fans)
- In His Own Write/A Spaniard In The Works (hilarious book, a must-read for everybody!)
- Imagine This (I think it's a good place to start: people will be able to understand his reactions and will start loving him very deeply)
DVD's
- Imagine: John Lennon (amazing documentary on his life and music)
- The US VS. John Lennon (I agree, mates)
- Gimme Some Truth (excellent)
I also think that watching the Beatles films may help, so that you can notice John's wit and laugh at his funny faces.
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Post by nowheregirl on May 10, 2008 20:17:50 GMT 1
Thanks all of you for replying to this thread. I'm hoping it might be useful to any new fans who are wondering what to buy first.
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Post by onolennon on May 11, 2008 16:58:08 GMT 1
I think that 'Lennon' by Johnny Rogan should be a good book for beginners. It's easy to read and still amazing.
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Post by Oh Yoko on Sept 24, 2008 6:28:31 GMT 1
Cds:
Lennon Legend
A hard day's night
Double Fantasy
Books:
In his own write
John Lennon:in his own words
Spaniard in the works
Dvd's
Lennon Legend
Imagine
a hard day's night
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Post by taylor on Nov 8, 2008 18:07:04 GMT 1
DVD's
The Beatles Anthology
Lennon Legend
Gimme Some Truth
Imagine
BOOKS
John by Cynthia Lennon
Lennon Revealed
Lennon by Ray Coleman
In His Own Right & Spaniard In the Works by John Lennon
CD's
The John Lennon Anthology
The John Lennon Collection
Any of John's Beatles or solo work
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Post by onolennon on Nov 28, 2008 23:08:36 GMT 1
A Hard Day's Night... Interesting!  |
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