New York Times — Probably the oddest thing about a university’s decision to offer the first degree in Beatles studies was that it took so long to hit on the idea. more info

Pitchfork — Yesterday, we reported on the release of "The Beatles: Rock Band". But the Beatles aren't the only A-list quartet with a video game in the works. And I'm probably going to hell for saying it, but I'm way, way more amped for the imminent release of "G... more info

Guardian Music — Eminem's lawsuit against Universal over the nature of download royalties is a landmark that could benefit all artistsLast week, Eminem's lawsuit against Universal entered the court in downtown LA. His production company, FBT Productions, claims that ... more info

AngryApe — Featuring a "journey" from their debut to their final album more info

Music News Net — MUSIC NEWS - The makers of "Rock Band", MTV Games and Harmonic have announced a September 9, 2009 release date for the previously reported Beatles edition of the top selling game. As you know, this is the first time the... more info

Rolling Stone — • American Idol Expands to Top 13 With Wild Card Top stories from the last three days: • Chris Brown Charged With Two Felonies • Michael Jackson Confirms 10-Date London Run • The Beatles: Rock Band Due 9/9/09 • Eminem Confirms Two 2009 Albu... more info

Guardian Music — Here's where to get your best Beatles fixes this year. One is a credit crunch-busting video game, the other is a wallet-busting benefit gig featuring a whole half of the Fab FourWe have two important new dates for Beatles fans. 9 September is the day... more info

Roadrunner - Blabbermouth — Milwaukee's Decider recently conducted an interview with Jaymz Lennfield (vocals, guitar) of the Milwaukee-based band BEATALLICA — a satirical mashup act whose hilarious schtick marries the songwriting prowess of THE BEATLES to the deep-throat... more info

The Independent — Rock Band is getting perhaps the greatest rock group of all time: The Beatles. more info

Undercover, Australia — The Beatles Rock Band computer game will be released worldwide on number 9, number 9, number 9. (09 09 09) more info