Paul Liberatore

2 months ago | mercurynews.com | Paul Liberatore

For the past decade or more, rock ‘n’ roll preservationists have worried about the fate of the Record Plant, a historic recording studio on the Sausalito waterfront that has been shuttered since 2008. They feared that it could be turned into an office complex or a condo project, an espresso bar or a trendy new restaurant. Worse yet, they imagined the horror of waking up one morning to the news that the iconic Marin landmark had burned down. I’m happy to report that those anxious years are over.

2 months ago | mercurynews.com | Paul Liberatore

For most of her long life, Yoko Ono has been reviled by many rock critics and music fans as the dragon lady who glommed on to a lovesick John Lennon and broke up the Beatles. According to a new biography, “Yoko,” by West Marin author David Sheff, nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, Sheff argues, Lennon, her lover and later her husband, would have quit the band even earlier if she hadn’t been by his side in the studio for what would be the Beatles’ final two albums.

2 months ago | marinij.com | Paul Liberatore

For most of her long life, Yoko Ono has been reviled by many rock critics and music fans as the dragon lady who glommed on to a lovesick John Lennon and broke up the Beatles. According to a new biography, “Yoko,” by West Marin author David Sheff, nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, Sheff argues, Lennon, her lover and later her husband, would have quit the band even earlier if she hadn’t been by his side in the studio for what would be the Beatles’ final two albums.

2 months ago | si.com | Paul Liberatore

Paul Liberatore is the founder of Golfers Authority, which reviews the world's best golf products and gear. This post contains affiliate links, where we may receive a percentage of any sale made from the links on this page. Prices and availability are accurate as of the time of publication. Masters week is here, and several golf companies have gotten creative to offer extremely cool Masters-themed gear. Here are a few that caught our eye.

Mar 28, 2025 | mercurynews.com | Paul Liberatore

Len Dell’Amico, left, and Jerry Garcia at a press conference for the “So Far” video in 1987. (Photo by Susana Millman)Jerry Garcia, left, and Len Dell’Amico in 1980. Dell’Amico writes about their friendship in “Friend of the Devil.” (Courtesy of Len Dell’Amico)Fairfax resident Len Dell’Amico wrote “Friend of the Devil.” (Courtesy of Len Dell’Amico)Show CaptionLen Dell’Amico, left, and Jerry Garcia at a press conference for the “So Far” video in 1987.