Articles by: Kit O'Toole

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O'Toole's Top 2021 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets + More

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2021 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets + More

For Beatles fans, 2021 proved to be a bonanza.

'All Things Must Pass Away: Harrison, Clapton, and Other Assorted Love Songs' by Kenneth Womack and Jason Kruppa: Books

‘All Things Must Pass Away: Harrison, Clapton, and Other Assorted Love Songs’ by Kenneth Womack and Jason Kruppa: Books

Authors Kenneth Womack and Jason Kruppa look at a crucial year in the relationship between George Harrison and Eric Clapton — as well as the time preceding it.

Five Lesser-Known Cuts From 1966's Landmark 'Revolver' LP: Deep Beatles

Five Lesser-Known Cuts From 1966’s Landmark ‘Revolver’ LP: Deep Beatles

‘Revolver’ may have been released 55 years ago today, but there’s still much more to discover in hidden corners of the Beatles’ big-bang moment.

'Ram On: The 50th Anniversary Tribute to Paul & Linda McCartney's 'Ram" (2020)

‘Ram On: The 50th Anniversary Tribute to Paul & Linda McCartney’s ‘Ram” (2020)

Love is evident in every note, and that makes ‘Ram On: The 50th Anniversary Tribute to Paul & Linda McCartney’s ‘Ram” a must-listen for any fan.

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O'Toole's Top 2020 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets + More

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2020 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets + More

The past year was marked by twists, turns and delays, but 2020 still included many notable Beatles books, DVDs, albums and collectibles.

Grip Weeds, Richard Barone, Anderson Council + Others - 'Jem Records Celebrates John Lennon' (2020)

Grip Weeds, Richard Barone, Anderson Council + Others – ‘Jem Records Celebrates John Lennon’ (2020)

While some covers work better than others, ‘Jem Records Celebrates John Lennon’ provides a fun tribute that includes less-obvious updates of deeper cuts.

'John Lennon 80: The Last Days in the Life,' by Kenneth Womack: Books

‘John Lennon 80: The Last Days in the Life,’ by Kenneth Womack: Books

Kenneth Womack’s ‘John Lennon 80’ paints a realistic, balanced picture of his final era’s setbacks, victories and, sadly, unfulfilled dreams.

When Jeff Lynne's ELO Triumphantly Returned With 'Live in Hyde Park'

When Jeff Lynne’s ELO Triumphantly Returned With ‘Live in Hyde Park’

Released five years ago today, ‘Jeff Lynne’s ELO Live in Hyde Park’ gave fans a chance to revisit – and reconsider – the Electric Light Orchestra.

Exploring Lesser-Known Moments From 'Let It Be': Deep Beatles

Exploring Lesser-Known Moments From ‘Let It Be’: Deep Beatles

‘Deep Beatles’ author Kit O’Toole digs into five key cuts from their last-released album ‘Let It Be,’ which arrived 50 years today.

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O'Toole's Top 2019 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets and More

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2019 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets and More

Vinyl loving fans of the Beatles, rejoice: 2019 was your year. But we found plenty of books, movies, box sets and other fun stuff, too.