Beatles Still Headline News

Even though it has been 38 years since the Beatles recorded together as a group, they continue to generate news and headlines in one way or another. First of all - Paul McCartney has announced that negotiations to make the Beatles studio recordings available online are nearly finalized.This rumor has had legs since the early part of 2007 - and now looks like it will be a reality by spring of 2008. The timing of which means it will coincide with the 2008 Capitol of Culture ceremonies planned for the city of Liverpool. Speaking of which, there is a new place to stay in town if you decide to make a trek to see the birthplace of the Beatles - A Hard Days Night Hotel - a completely Beatles themed experience that includes not only a bar and restaurant, but also themed rooms (including two top dollar suites - a John Lennon room complete with an all white piano, and a McCartney suite that includes a suit of armor). The dwelling looks top notch, and is located adjacent to the Cavern Club in a part of town that is now known as "the Beatles quarter." The hotel is covered in artwork depicting the band from various periods of their history.