Paul McCartney’s Electric Arguments, the limited-edition FIREMAN metal box set

First of all, I have to be honest with you. Though I am fully aware of Paul’s experimental nature and his occasional willingness to go out of the box in departing from his mastery of the pop tunes and wonderful melodies to record material of possible lesser interest to a mass market audience with more non-conventional experimental music.

Good tunes with great melodies will always be my main interest. Despite being initially hesitant to buy the special box set released in 2009, I was pleasantly surprised in doing so as I thoroughly enjoyed acquiring this special recording of Paul’s third Fireman release entitled Electric Arguments done in collaboration with the well-known producer named Youth.

McCartney does not abandon his commercial tendencies with this release and allows himself to be less restrictive in where he attempts to go with the tunes. Using the pseudonym the FIREMAN, this recording made in collaboration with Youth provided many sonic surprises and many mood-changing soundscapes. The special boxed deluxe edition of the Electric Arguments album was produced in an edition of only 2,000 copies. My copy is visible to you in the photos provided in this post. Hope you enjoy!

Discogs Description of the set:
The Electric Arguments box set, released in 2009, is a limited-edition release by Paul McCartney, also known as The Fireman. This box set includes a steel box, a large booklet, four CDs, two LPs, and a DVD featuring hi-definition audio recordings and videos. The set is highly sought after due to its rarity and the unique content it offers, including bonus tracks, alternate versions, and studio footage.

The Fireman – Electric Arguments – Box Set (Deluxe Edition, Limited Edition): 2 x CD, 2 x DVD, 2 x Vinyl, 2009 [r2333695] | Discogs

Electric Arguments – YouTube

My copy of the bag containing the metal box:

The metal box containing the many contents:

One of the 2 special prints in my copy of the box:

The other special print by Paul:

The LP-front cover:

The track listing on the back of the LP:

The cover of the booklet provided in the box. The booklet contains many photos of Paul working on his art projects:

The back cover of the booklet:

The container for the cds and the dvds:

The 2 cds and the 2 dvds:

The contents and track listing of the dvds and cds:

The excellent Discogs site may be able to help or assist you if you are searching for a copy of this special edition of this McCartney/Youth recording:

The Fireman – Electric Arguments – Box Set (Deluxe Edition, Limited Edition): 2 x CD, 2 x DVD, 2 x Vinyl, 2009 [r2333695] | Discogs

The description below will help you to see the contents in a more visible and readable type:

 

The Fireman– Electric Arguments Boxed Set

From the Discogs link provided above:

TRACK LISTING AND CREDITS:

CD1-1 Nothing Too Much Just Out Of Sight 4:55
CD1-2 Two Magpies 2:12
CD1-3 Sing The Changes 3:44
CD1-4 Travelling Light 5:06
CD1-5 Highway 4:17
CD1-6 Light From Your Lighthouse 2:31
CD1-7 Sun Is Shining 5:12
CD1-8 Dance ‘Til We’re High 3:37
CD1-9 Lifelong Passion 4:49
CD1-10 Is This Love? 5:52
CD1-11 Lovers In A Dream 5:22
CD1-12 Universal Here, Everlasting Now 5:05
CD1-13.1 Don’t Stop Running 5:59
CD1-13.2 (silence) 1:53
CD1-13.3 Road Trip 2:38
Bonus Tracks CD
CD2-1 Solstice Ambient Acapella 15:11
CD2-2 Travelling Light Instrumental 8:16
CD2-3 Wickerman Ambient Dub 12:41
CD2-4 Morning Mist Instrumental Dub 5:40
CD2-5 Equinox Instrumental 8:22
CD2-6 Sawain Ambient Acapella 4:51
CD2-7 Sawain Instrumental Dub 4:51
Hi-resolution Stereo Audio And Bonus Video DVD
DVD1-1.1 Nothing Much Out Of Sight 4:54
DVD1-1.2 Two Magpies 2:10
DVD1-1.3 Sing The Changes 3:42
DVD1-1.4 Travelling Light 5:05
DVD1-1.5 Highway 4:15
DVD1-1.6 Light From Your Lighthouse 2:31
DVD1-1.7 Sun Is Shining 5:12
DVD1-1.8 Dance ‘Til We’re High 3:37
DVD1-1.9 Lifelong Passion 4:47
DVD1-1.10 Is This Love? 5:50
DVD1-1.11 Lovers In A Dream 5:21
DVD1-1.12 Universal Here, Everlasting Now 5:05
DVD1-1.13.1 Don’t Stop Running 5:59
DVD1-1.13.2 (silence) 1:53
DVD1-1.13.3 Road Trip 2:38
DVD1-1.14 Highway (Electro Dynamo Lemon Sherbet Sunrise Dubstep Remix)
Keyboards [Additional] – Tim Bran
Mixed By – Clive Goddard
Remix – MyNewFleshRobot
5:42
DVD1-2 Sing The Changes
Film Director – Marco Sandeman
3:52
DVD1-3 Dance ‘Til We’re High
Film Director – Marco Sandeman
3:40
DVD1-4 In The Studio
Cameraman [Filmed By] – John Hammel
Video Editor – Dan Ruttley
17:08
Multi Track Audio Files Data DVD
Dance ‘Til We’re High (5:01)
DVD2-1a Bass Stem
DVD2-1b Drum Stem
DVD2-1c Guitar Stem
DVD2-1d Keyboards Stem
DVD2-1e Vocals Stem
Highway (5:41)
DVD2-2a Bass Stem
DVD2-2b Drum Stem
DVD2-2c Guitar Stem
DVD2-2d Keyboard Stem
DVD2-2e Vocals Stem
Light From Your Lighthouse (2:54)
DVD2-3a Backing Vocals Stem
DVD2-3b Bass Stem
DVD2-3c Drum Stem
DVD2-3d Guitar Stem
DVD2-3e Keyboards Stem
DVD2-3f Vocals Stem
Sing The Changes (3:55)
DVD2-4a Acoustic Guitar & Mandolin Stem
DVD2-4b Backing Vocals Stem
DVD2-4c Bass Stem
DVD2-4d Drum Stem
DVD2-4e Electric Guitar Stem
DVD2-4f Lead Vocal Stem
DVD2-4g Vibes Stem
Sun Is Shining (4:27)
DVD2-5a Bass Stem
DVD2-5b Drum Stem
DVD2-5c Guitar Stem

DVD2-5d Vocals Stem

A1 Nothing Too Much Just Out Of Sight 4:54
A2 Two Magpies 2:10
A3 Sing The Changes 3:42
A4 Travelling Light 5:05
B1 Highway 4:15
B2 Light From Your Lighthouse 2:31
B3 Sun Is Shining 5:12
B4 Dance ‘Til We’re High 3:37
C1 Lifelong Passion 4:47
C2 Is This Love? 5:50
C3 Lovers In A Dream 5:21
D1 Universal Here, Everlasting Now 5:05
D2.1 Don’t Stop Running 5:59
D2.2 (silence) 1:53
D2.3 Road Trip 2:38
Recorded At – Hog Hill Mill
Mixed At – Hog Hill Mill
Mastered At – Abbey Road Studios
Designed At – Metropolis Digital Media
Published By – MPL Communications Ltd.
Published By – MPL Communications Inc.
Phonographic Copyright ℗ – MPL Communications Ltd.
Copyright © – MPL Communications Ltd.
Manufactured By – One Little Indian Ltd.
Distributed By – One Little Indian Ltd.
Design – Norman Hathaway (2)
Mastered By – Alex Wharton, Steve Rooke
Photography By – Ruth Ward (2)
Producer – Paul McCartney, Youth
Programmed By – Tim Bran
Programmed By [Additional Programming] – David Nock
Recorded By, Mixed By – Clive Goddard
Technician [Sound Assistance] – Eddie Klein, Jamie Kirkham, John Hammel, Keith Smith (2)

Deluxe limited edition. Steel box contained in a paper satchel.
Includes the 200 gram vinyl release in its original gatefold sleeve (without the bag, sticker and cardsleeve CD), two exclusive art prints, a large-sized copy of the original CD’s booklet, and a cloth-bound folder containing:
· CD copy of the album
· 7 track CD containing bonus mixes and alternate versions
· DVD-Video featuring hi-definition 24bit 96Khz version of the album with an exclusive bonus track, plus a couple music videos and studio footage
· DVD-Data featuring multi-track session files for five of the songs (in VBR MP3 and 24bit 44.1Khz WAV formats)

“Road Trip” is a hidden track.

Recorded and mixed at Hog Hill Mill
Mastered at Abbey Road studios
Disc C DVD designed and authored by Metropolis Digital Media

Published by MPL Communications Ltd./Inc.
℗ & © 2009 MPL Communications Ltd.
Manufactured and distributed by One Little Indian Ltd.

I feel it is appropriate to conclude this post with Paul’s Fireman collaborator:

Youth (artist) • The Paul McCartney Project

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This item appealed to me from a recent eBay offering, with a Rubber Soul & Revolver signed print! It is a 50-years Ago Today Tribute Beatles Rubber Soul & Revolver print 12”x16.” It was a print designed to promote the concert tour of several musical celebrities who not only performed their own individual material at the shows but also played song selections from both the Beatles Rubber Soul & Revolver albums.

The document below was signed by various artists and members of the performing group including Denny Laine, Todd Rundgren, Christopher Cross Jason Scheff and Joey Molland from Badfinger. Signatures from key figures in the music industry, held an attractive appeal to me and is now a treasured addition to my musical celebrity signature collection.

The icing on the cake for me in this regard was because of the disagreements that one of the signees of the document below had with a Beatle!!! That type of confrontation will certainly be a guaranteed factor in making the news!

From 2022: It Was 50 Years Ago Today: A Tribute to The Beatles’ Rubber Soul & Revolver – The Wellmont Theater

Bought this print at a recent eBay auction. Can you guess the signature that I was really yearning for the most on this print? Let’s just say the artist I am referring to, experienced a tug of war with Mr. John Lennon in the press!!!

Years later, Todd Rundgren was also part of Ringo’s All-Star band. A couple of others signing this poster also had Beatles-related associations. One was Denny Laine who was with Wings during the entire Wings years with Paul McCartney. He was also in the Moody Blues and was active up to the point where illness stepped in and he sadly passed away.

Then there was Joey Molland, one of the original members of Badfinger. He also played on John Lennon’s Imagine album and George Harrison’s All Things Must Pass LP. Sadly, diabetes took its toll on Joey, and he recently passed away too as a result of his illness. Two other prominent musicians, Christopher Cross and Jason Scheff also signed the print

Some links on the internet that offer background on the feud between John Lennon and Todd Rundgren:

John Lennon’s Hilarious (And Ruthless) Clapback to Todd Rundgren’s “Howl of Hate (Pain)” – American Songwriter

How John Lennon Ended His Fight With Todd Rundgren

Why John Lennon and Todd Rundgren Had a Bitter Feud – The Beatles

John Lennon’s hilariously bitchy letter to Todd Rundgren

Lennon in response to Todd Rundgren | Steve Hoffman Music Forums

Saw that someone also posted this link on YouTube:

TODD RUNDGREN, DENNY LAINE, JOEY MOLLAND, CHRISTOPHER CROSS Live, The Wellmont, Montclair, NJ 3/1/22

Hello It’s Me (2015 Remaster)

I Saw the Light (2015 Remaster)

LEO McKERN – THE ACTOR WHO PORTRAYED “CLANG” IN HELP!

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Some fascinating biographical information about Mr. McKern at Wikipedia:

Leo McKern – Wikipedia

Leo McKern was more well-known in his native Australia and in the UK, but I can recall many wonderful performances of the actor as a resident of the US. His role as a cardinal in the movie of The Shoes of the Fisherman, advising the Pope, played by Anthony Quinn, was simply brilliant.

In the UK, the role that made him a virtual household name as an actor was as Horace Rumpole, whom he played in the UK television series, Rumpole of the Bailey!

In the Beatles film, Help!, a frustrated “Clang”, played by Leo McKern, throws darts at the screen while watching The Beatles’ performance. What is not as commonly known is that the footage, minus “Clang”, was distributed by NEMS Enterprises to television companies to promote the ‘Help!’ single, released in July 1965.

What one would define as an autobiography, Leo McKern’s JUST RESTING, published in 1983 by Methuen. It appears that the book may be out of print but there are used copies available on both Amazon US and Amazon UK. The book is difficult to find but I have also seen copies listed at both eBay and at Abe Books.

AMAZON UK:

Just resting: McKern, Leo: 9780413521200: Amazon.com: Books

AMAZON US:

Just resting: McKern, Leo: 9780413521200: Amazon.com: Books

LEO McKERN’S LETTER TO A FAN:

Recently purchased on eBay this letter actor Leo McKern wrote to a fan about his performance in the play The Wolf.

BEATLES HELP ACTOR LEO McKERN AUTOGRAPH LETTER

Autographed letter signed written from the Apollo Theater in London.  McKern writes that he is delighted that the writer liked the play “The Wolf” which would probably date the letter to the Oct-Dec.1973-time frame.

I love obtaining items like this for the collection. Hope you enjoy this note to a fan by actor Leo McKern!

In closing, remember McKern’s Clang character will probably always be remembered for that command line he repeats in the move Help!, “GO TO THE WINDOW”!!! That line from Help! resonates in my mind every time I view the film. It will always stick in my consciousness. I don’t know why, but mysteriously, it still does!!!

Best Wishes!

Be Healthy and Be Happy!

Buzz

OUR FEATURED BOOK AT THE BEATLES BOOKSTORE

MACCAZINE’S NEW ISSUE IS OUT NOW: MACCAWARDS

My favorite Paul McCartney magazine/fanzine is based in the Netherlands, and it only needs one word to adequately describe it: FANTASTIC!!! Maccazine is published twice a year, but the issues are better described as being more like receiving softcover books rather than being attributed as being magazines. (The new issue is 160 pages long, for example) They are wonderful titles that are thematic and extremely informative giving detailed information about the illustrious career of James Paul McCartney! The latest issue of the magazine (written in English) deals with the truckload of awards that Paul has earned during his stellar career. I became a subscriber to this beautiful magazine (book) several years ago and I have never regretted my decision. If you get the opportunity to become a subscriber, I firmly believe that you will be very pleased and you will probably be excited and inspired to pass the word on to your friends that share your love of Paul McCartney!

The Cover of the New Issue:

RECENTLY RECEIVED THIS NOTIFICATION FROM THE MACCAZINE VIA EMAIL:

In a new lavishly illustrated Maccazine —merrily titled ‘MACCAWARDS’— we proudly present a comprehensive compilation of the awards and honours bestowed on our protagonist, exemplifying his reputation as a lauded composer and being the single most important living musical legend. Most probably not all awards and honours but —certainly— all relevant and importantones (and some minor ones too). Earning a plentitude of gold and platinum discs, more than a few Grammys, a knighthood and many more accolades throughout his career, we decided against just a chronological enumeration. To promote readability, there are several summarizing chapters (e.g., IVORS, GRAMMYS, BRITS), but at the conclusion of these 160 pages, there’s a long chronological list of all individual awards discussed.

Enjoy and be amazed!                                                                                                               

160 pages, 500+ illustrations

René Termeer, editor

This wonderful MACCAWARDS Maccazine is part of the 2025 membership.

If you’re a member the new Maccazine is on the way to you or reached you already

You can also order this Maccazine:  https://www.maccazine.com/order-page/

Do you want to become a member for 2026? Use this link: SUBSCRIBE TO MACCAZINE

THREE SAMPLE PAGES FROM THE NEW ISSUE:

This magazine/book is one of my favorite items that I anxiously wait to receive each and every year. I know in advance that I will be receiving QUALITY! Sounds like the man that the magazine is inspired by! Top of the line!!!

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THE DOWNTOWN SINGER, PETULA CLARK – HER AUTOBIOGRAPHY “IS THAT YOU, PETULA?”

The British Invasion has predominantly been associated with being an exclusively male domain! That was not the case! Petula Clark had numerous hits in the 60’s that mirrored the success and prominence of the many male rock groups of the 60s. With the release of this book which Petula Clark states will be her one and only book title, it gives her the opportunity to tell her story directly from the primary source. Growing up as a first-generation Beatles fan, I remember that Petula Clark released so many excellent songs during the British Invasion time frame that helped to define that wonderful era. I have many of her songs permanently etched in my memory as being important ingredients in the musical milieu of the time.

Now in her 90s, Petula has chosen this as the time to share her memories with us. We will all benefit from reading about her recollections…

You will even learn about her association with John Lennon and how she became a backing singer on one of John Lennon’s first solo songs!

ONE OF THE BACKING SINGERS ON GIVE PEACE A CHANCE

The story of how Petula Clark ended up singing on John Lennon’s ‘Give Peace a… – Gold Radio

NOT JUST MALE SINGERS IN THE BRITISH INVASION:

If you are interested in acquiring the new book here are a few links for your convenience:

AMAZON US:

Is That You, Petula?: An Autobiography: Clark, Petula: 9781529955095: Amazon.com: Books

AMAZON UK:

Is That You, Petula?: An Autobiography : Clark, Petula: Amazon.co.uk: Books

The cover of the new book:

Back cover of the book:

My copy of the book was signed by Petula Clark:

The front flap of the dustjacket of the book:

The back flap of the dustjacket of the book:

Some excellent examples of Petula’s career as a female pioneer during the British invasion, a few Beatles-related cover songs, and a few samples of some of her classic songs featured on YouTube:

Petula Clark: How John Lennon Inspired Novel & Turning Down Elvis | Loose Women

Petula Clark and John Lennon

Petula Clark “I Want To Hold Your Hand” (The Beatles Cover) on The Ed Sullivan Show

Petula Clark – Downtown (Official Audio)

I Know a Place —– Petula sings about the Cavern

A Sign of the Times

Petula Clark “The Fool On The Hill” (The Beatles Cover) on The Ed Sullivan Show

Petula Clark – We Can Work It Out

Rain

Petula Clark Come Together %28Medley%29

Petula Clark Meets The Beatles

Petula Clark “Colour My World” on The Ed Sullivan Show

Petula Clark sings the Beatles’, ‘Please Please Me’ (in French).

Imagine

Don’t Sleep in the Subway

Petula Clark – Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band

There is a quick glimpse of Petula Clark at the Bed-In in this video:

Plastic Ono Band – Give Peace A Chance (1969)

Hope you enjoyed this post of a wonderful UK singer who has given so much for so long!!!

Be Healthy and Be Happy!

Buzz

MORE BOOKS ABOUT JOHN LENNON

A SORTABIOGRAPHY BY GEORGE HARRISON’S GOOD FRIEND ERIC IDLE

THEY SAY “AN IDLE BRAIN IS THE DEVIL’S WORKSHOP” PART OF THE FULL MONTY (PYTHON) – ERIC IDLE’S GENESIS BOOK

As most of the members of this blog are aware, I not only collect Beatles books but I also collect titles that have a connection or an association to the band. In this case, Eric Idle, a former member of the Monty Python comedy troupe was a good friend of ex-Beatle George Harrison and he also was one of the primary creative minds that put together the Beatles spoof known as the Rutles, which spawned two excellent album releases of Rutles Beatles-satirizing music written by former Bonzo Dog member, the late Neil Innes!

The musical releases were a result of Eric Idle’s wonderful video script he wrote, created and directed the Rutles film known as All You Need is Cash.

Here is the slipcase of the Genesis title the “sort of biography” of comedian Eric Idle. The man who can break you up without a word. His facial expressions alone can leave you in need a surgeon to deal with the stitches…

Here is the special 500 copy signed edition offered by Genesis Publication Ltd., the same company that published the limited edition of I Me Mine by George Harrison. Within this book you will see what a close friendship that Eric Idle had with former Beatle, George Harrison. You will notice that most great comedians are also very sensitive people harboring a lot of sadness within their psyche which they express through their comedy. Eric Idle has always given me that impression and it is only pure conjecture on my part. The photos you see on this post are from my copy of the book:

The Slipcase that holds the book:

The cover of the book:

Copyright info:

My copy is #499 of 500 signed by Mr. Idle:

Notification of some of the contents within this special book:

My copy of The Order of the Rutland Goat Certificate:

Signed lyrics to Eric Idle’s The Meaning of Life:

Part of the Galaxy Song by Eric Idle-this page of the lyrics is signed by Eric Idle:

Part of Eric’s sterling resume in the Genesis version of his biography:

The Mass Market Edition:

Always Look on the Bright Side of Life: A Sortabiography Hardcover – 2 Oct. 2018
by Eric Idle (Author) Crown Archetype

Publication date-Oct.2, 2018

AMAZON US

Always Look on the Bright Side of Life: A Sortabiography: Idle, Eric: 9781984822581: Amazon.com: Books

Amazon’s Description of the book:

From the ingenious comic performer, founding member of Monty Python, and creator of Spamalot, comes an absurdly funny memoir of unparalleled wit and heartfelt candor.

We know him best for his unforgettable roles on Monty Python & from the Flying Circus to The Meaning of Life. Now, Eric Idle reflects on the meaning of his own life in this entertaining memoir that takes us on a remarkable journey from his childhood in an austere boarding school through his successful career in comedy, television, theater, and film. Coming of age as a writer and comedian during the Sixties and Seventies, Eric stumbled into the crossroads of the cultural revolution and found himself rubbing shoulders with the likes of George Harrison, David Bowie, and Robin Williams, all of whom became dear lifelong friends.

With anecdotes sprinkled throughout involving other close friends and luminaries such as Mike Nichols, Mick Jagger, Steve Martin, Paul Simon, Lorne Michaels, and many more, as well as John Cleese and the Pythons themselves, Eric captures a time of tremendous creative output with equal parts hilarity and heart. In Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, named for the song he wrote for Life of Brian and which has since become the number one song played at funerals in the UK, he shares the highlights of his life and career with the kind of offbeat humor that has delighted audiences for five decades. The year 2019 marks the fiftieth anniversary of The Pythons, and Eric is marking the occasion with this hilarious memoir chock full of behind-the-scenes stories from a high-flying life featuring everyone from Princess Leia to Queen Elizabeth.

AMAZON UK EDITION OF THE MASS MARKET EDITION OF THE BOOK:

Always Look on the Bright Side of Life: A Sortabiography: Amazon.co.uk: Idle, Eric: 9781474610292: Books

Publisher W&N Publication date May 2, 2019

The first Rutles cd:

AMAZON US:

The Rutles – The Rutles – Amazon.com Music

AMAZON UK:

The Rutles (Us Import): Amazon.co.uk: CDs & Vinyl

THE FIRST CD

Back Cover of the CD:

THE FOLLOW-UP CD ARCHAEOLOGY

AMAZON UK:

Archaeology: Amazon.co.uk: CDs & Vinyl

Track Listings

1	Major Happy’s Up And Coming Once Upon A Good Time Band
2	Rendezvous
3	Questionnaire
4	We’ve Arrived! (And To Prove It We’re Here)
5	Lonely – Phobia
6	Unfinished Words
7	Hey Mister!
8	Easy Listening
9	Now She’s Left You
10	The Knicker Elastic King
11	I Love You
12	Eine Kleine Middle Klasse Musik
13	Joe Public
14	Shangri – La
15	Don’t Know Why
16	Back In ’64

HANDMADE FILMS BOOKS

An amazing book about George Harrison’s Handmade Films and how he helped to finance Monty Python’s Life of Brian. Also learn how Handmade Films mismanagement by one of their executives helped to make the Beatles Anthology a possibility!

The book details many of the films produced by George’s film company. The story of George’s willingness to put up the money to film The Life of Brian which turned out to be a great success despite/because of the surrounding religious controversy! George’s willingness to help the Pythons finance the film by putting up his palatial home Friar Park as collateral, surely permanently endeared GH as a friend of Eric Idle for life!

AMAZON US:

Very Naughty Boys: The Amazing True Story of HandMade Films: Sellers, Robert: 9781781167083: Amazon.com: Books

AMAZON UK:

Very Naughty Boys: The Amazing True Story of Handmade Films eBook : Sellers, Robert: Amazon.co.uk: Books

HARDCOVER LIMITED EDITION BOOK–HANDMADE FILMS-BEHIND THE FILM MAKING

A special limited edition hardcover book about Handmade‘s collection of films. One thousand copies were issued of this limited-edition book: I have been told that the publication is still being offered at the following website:

https://www.handmadefilms.com/product/handmade-films-behind-the-film-making-limited-edition-book

Special thanks to Seamus Hayes in the UK for obtaining a copy for me!!!

The introduction to the hardcover book:

THE ALL YOU NEED IS CASH RUTLES DVD

The dvd of the Rutles movie

Amazon.com: The Rutles – All You Need is Cash : Aykroyd, Dan, Bayler, Terence, Belushi, John, Charles, Jeannette, Fataar, Ricky, Franken, Al, Halsey, John, Harrison, George, Idle, Eric, Innes, Neil, Jagger, Bianca, Michaels, Lorne, Murray, Bill, Palin, Michael, Radner, Gilda, Taylor, Gwen, Weis, Gary, West, Carinthia, Wood, Ron, Woolf, Henry, Idle, Eric, Weis, Gary: Movies & TV

The back cover of the Rutles dvd All You Need is Cash:

A BOOK WRITTEN BY THE WIFE OF RON NASTY

A Neil Innes biography written by his wife, Yvonne:

AMAZON US:
Dip My Brain in Joy: A Life with Neil Innes: The Official Biography: Innes, Yvonne: 9781785121692: Amazon.com: Books

AMAZON UK:

Dip My Brain in Joy: A Life With Neil Innes: The Official Biography: Amazon.co.uk: Innes, Yvonne: 9781785121661: Books

The back cover of the book:

Neil Innes’s wife Yvonne signed this copy of the biography she wrote about her husband:

A SPECIAL RUTLES PUBLICATION

They also issued a special Rutles book which I have lurking somewhere in the archives:

The More Than Compleat Rutles Forever Paperback – 30 Jun. 2019
by David Louis Rosenbaum (Author), Eric Idle (Author), Neil Innes (Author)

Available on AMAZON UK:

The More Than Compleat Rutles Forever : Rosenbaum, David Louis, Idle, Eric, Innes, Neil: Amazon.co.uk: Books

AMAZON US:
Amazon.com: The More Than Compleat Rutles Forever: 9798482435311: Rosenbaum, David Louis, Idle, Eric, Innes, Neil: Books

AMAZON DESCRIPTION:

Rutles Forever, The Official Rutles Fanzine featured exclusive interviews with Eric Idle, musician and songwriter Neil Innes, and of course Neil’s close friend Ron Nasty. Reprinted here, for the first time ever in a glorious facsimile edition. Extremely rare, with an original run of one hundred copies each. Presented as originally seen, four issues, 1978 to 1980. Making this collection more than complete is Archeology, selections from what would have been Rutles Forever Issue 5 and choice tidbits from the official RutleManiacs International fan archive. Digitally remastered for your enjoyment.

Back Cover:

Found some assorted videos on YouTube that give some proper context to this post: Thank you for all of the smiles over the years, Eric Idle . You, and your great circle of friends!!!

Eric Idle performs ‘Always Look on the Bright Side of Life’ – The Graham Norton Show – BBC

George Harrison – “The Pirate Song” on Rutland Weekend Television

The Beatles talk about the Rutles

Rutles All You Need is Cash Q&A Eric Idle 2001 Neil Innes Gary Weis Rikki Fataar

Neil Innes Talks About Eric Idle Singing The Rutles

Eric Idle and Terry Gilliam on George Harrison and Life Of Brian

THE RUTLES – Cheese And Onions (1969)

An excellent couple of interviews on YouTube from a great podcast series entitled Without The Beatles

What did Michael Palin think of The Beatles?

Monty Python without The Beatles!

The Beatles Are My Therapy

And a special treat from that wonderful YouTube site – an interview with our wonderful blog administrator, David Bedford: God Bless You, David! You are the best!!!

The Beatles are my therapy (w Dave Bedford)

Be Healthy and Be Happy!

Buzz

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