Julian Lennon

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Julian Lennon’s sensitive and poetic vision of life courses through his exquisite photography, philanthropic pursuits, and his acclaimed music. On June 4th he returns with his first album in 15 years, the stunning Everything Changes (Music From Another Room), a masterwork of powerfully vulnerable and sophisticatedly accessible adult pop.

Julian’s melding of uplifting introspection and thoughtful social commentary with refined hooks has made for a compelling six-album body of work. His debut, Valotte (Atlantic), yielded two top ten hits—the title track and "Too Late for Goodbyes”—and was nominated for a Grammy for “Best New Artist.” He went on to have #1 singles on the U.S. album rock charts. Internationally, one of his most popular songs “Saltwater” charted successfully around the world, topping in Australia for four weeks and reached #6 in the UK. In advance of its June 4th U.S. release, his latest, Everything Changes (Music From Another Room), is already receiving national airplay and press plaudits nationally and internationally. The Sunday Press calls it a “revelation” and Herald Standard gushes Julian has “returned stronger and better than ever.”

Since 1998, Julian has devoted himself to altruistic concerns. He produced the compelling documentary whaledreamers that was shown at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival and earned 8 International Film Festival Awards. In 2007, Julian founded The White Feather Foundation whose mission "embraces environmental and humanitarian issues and in conjunction with partners from around the world helps to raise funds for the betterment of all life, and to honor those who have truly made a difference."

He has emerged a renowned photographer, applying the warm candor of his vision in music to producing iconic images. Julian has worked extensively with U2, his brother Sean, and photographed his friend Charlene Wittstock, exclusively for Vogue, prior to her civil wedding to Prince Albert II of Monaco. His debut exhibition at the esteemed The Morrison Hotel Gallery in New York City garnered many outstanding reviews. He has followed this with two successful exhibitions at Art Basel Miami 2010 and 2012, among other venues internationally. He is currently preparing for a collaborative opening with Chinese artist Simon Ma, for the Venice Biennale 2013.

Everything Changes is a stunning achievement. It’s stately and intimate, and thoughtfully paced. Lyrically, it covers romance, introspection, and humanitarian concerns with artistic concision, mixing clever wordplay with emotional directness. The poignancy and poise of “Everything Changes” opens the album and sets a universally spiritual tone. The beautifully crafted lead off single “Someday” features mystical Eastern melodic motifs and boasts guest vocalist Steven Tyler. It engagingly combines Julian’s lifework as a philanthropist and gifted songwriter. Here, Julian sings pristinely with earnestness the timeless message: “We’re all in it together / One love, now and forever.” Other album standouts are the mesmerizing piano pop ballad "Lookin' 4 Luv" and the euphoric rocker “Just For You.”

Besides Steven Tyler, also guesting on the album is musician/producer Peter Vettese (Jethro Tull, Annie Lennox, Pet Shop Boys), singer-songwriter Paul Buchanan (Blue Nile), legendary songwriter Mark Spiro (Heart, Laura Branigan, Lita Ford), singer/producer/composer Tim Ellis, as well as longtime friends Justin Clayton, Gregory Darling, Matt Backer and Guy Pratt. Julian and Grant Ransom jointly produced the album.

Julian recently sang backing vocals on Aerosmith’s critically acclaimed comeback album. He returns to his music fans with new confidence and renewed purpose. Everything Changes has all the hallmarks of Julian Lennon’s classic, sublime lifestyle music, yet glows with tender wisdom gleaned from his many life explorations
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  • VH1 News: Julian Lennon Pays Tribute to a Beatles Icon with "Lucy"
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    VH1 News: Julian Lennon Pays Tribute to a Beatles Icon with "Lucy"

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    Sean and Julian Lennon rumors unfounded
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    the headline Fox News - Usual Bull, "sorry to say, but the news today about Sean & I playing together at the UN Awards, came directly out of Roger Fri...
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    Song Debut: Julian Lennon's 'Lucy' | Billboard.com
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    After a decade-plus hiatus, Julian Lennon is making music again and on his own terms. The singer/songwriter is prepping a new album for spring 2010, a...
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    Julian Lennon On His New Photos of U2, Kate Hudson
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    , so if they're on the road and I'm in the neighborhood, I'm there." For music, Lennon played the instrumental version of his first full album since 1...
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    Song Premiere: Julian Lennon Celebrates a Milestone With 'Someday'
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    Click to listen to Julian Lennon's 'Someday' Julian Lennon turns 50 today and to celebrate, he's released the new single "Someday," an uplifting track...
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    Julian Lennon Celebrates a Milestone With 'Someday' - Song Premiere
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    Julian Lennon on His New Album
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    Fifteen years after the release of his last album, Julian Lennon was ready Friday night to celebrate his return to public life as an artist, both musi...
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    Q&A; With Julian Lennon: 'I'm Quite Happy Where I Am'
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Discography

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  • Everything Changes (2011)
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    Everything Changes (2011)
    Conehead
  • Photograph Smile (1998)
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    Photograph Smile (1998)
    Varese Sarabande
  • Help Yourself (1991)
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    Help Yourself (1991)
    Atlantic
  • Mr. Jordan (1989)
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    Mr. Jordan (1989)
    Noble Rot
  • The Secret Value of Daydreaming (1986)
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    The Secret Value of Daydreaming (1986)
    Virgin
  • Valotte (1984)
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    Valotte (1984)
    Atlantic
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