December 2010

Abbey Road's zebra crossing given Grade II listed status

The zebra crossing on Abbey Road in north London, made famous by The Beatles on the cover of their Abbey Road album, has been given listed status by the UK government.

Paul McCartney live at O2 Academy, Liverpool

Sir Paul McCartney got back to where he once belonged, performing a homecoming show at Liverpool's O2 Academy.

Paul McCartney live at Hammersmith Apollo, London

Sir Paul McCartney praised fans for making the journey to see his concert at London's HMV Hammersmith Apollo despite heavy snow in England's capital.

Paul McCartney live at the 100 Club, London

Sir Paul McCartney performed a special lunchtime concert at London's legendary 100 Club before an audience of just 300 lucky people.

Paul McCartney live at the Apollo Theater, New York

Sir Paul McCartney performed an intimate concert before 1,400 people at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York City, as part of Sirius XM Radio's celebrations on aquiring 20 million subscribers.

Paul McCartney appears on Saturday Night Live

Sir Paul McCartney made an appearance on the US TV show Saturday Night Live, contributing to several skits and performing songs.

Tributes held worldwide to mark 30 years of John Lennon's passing

Fans of John Lennon gathered in Liverpool and New York City to pay tribute to the musician on the 30th anniversary of his murder.