The filming of some promo clips, a press launch party for Sgt Pepper’s, and John and Yoko becoming an item are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 19th of May.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:27 – In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany.
0:38 – In 1962, the Beatles play at the Star-Club in Hamburg.
0:48 – In 1963, the Beatles and the Roy Orbison packaged tour are at the Gaumont Cinema in Hanley.
1:01 – In 1966, the Beatles film promo clips for Paperback Writer and Rain.
2:48 – In the evening, For No One receives Alan Civil’s French horn solo.
3:56 – In 1967, Brian Epstein hosts a press launch party for Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.
4:22 – BBC decides to ban A Day In The Life.
5:20 – In 1968, John Lennon and Yoko Ono become a couple.
6:03 – Two Virgins.
6:45 – Did Yoko Ono break up the Beatles?
7:34 – Several reasons for the Beatles’ breakup.
8:37 – Conclusion.

Thanks to Alessandro d’Amito, Chiara Colafemmina, Daniele Monterisi, Fabio Ingegno, and Mariella Tarantino.
Bibliography for the series.

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Some early developments in the Beatles’ career, the band’s third national UK tour, and the announcement of a special honour bestowed by BBC are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 18th of May.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:32 – In 1960, the Silver Beetles become the backup band of Johnny Gentle.
1:46 – In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany.
1:59 – In 1962, George Martin sorts out the bureaucracy for the EMI contract for the Beatles.
2:18 – At night, the Beatles play at the Star-Club in Hamburg.
2:28 – In 1963, the Beatles start their third national tour, this time with Roy Orbison.
3:21 – In 1965, the Beatles start the post-synch work on Help!.
3:41 – Paul McCartney sees Gene Barry live.
3:57 – In 1966, Got To Get You Into My Life gets a brass section part.
5:09 – In 1967, BBC announces that the Beatles will take part to the first live worldwide broadcast.
6:00 – Conclusion.

Thanks to Alessandro d’Amito, Chiara Colafemmina, Daniele Monterisi, Fabio Ingegno, and Mariella Tarantino.
Bibliography for the series.

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Residencies in West Germany, a live engagement in Norwich, and the beginning of the recording of You Know My Name (Look Up The Number) are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 17th of May.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:31 – In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany.
0:45 – In 1962, the Beatles play at the Star-Club in Hamburg.
1:43 – In 1963, the Beatles perform at the Grosvenor Rooms in Norwich.
3:03 – In 1967, the Beatles start recording You Know My Name (Look Up The Number).
4:27 – In 1968, Wonderwall premieres at the Cannes Film Festival.
4:43 – Conclusion.

Thanks to Alessandro d’Amito, Chiara Colafemmina, Daniele Monterisi, Fabio Ingegno, and Mariella Tarantino.
Bibliography for the series.

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A live appearance on national television, some studio work on Revolver, and a bit of holiday time are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 16th of May.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:29 – In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany.
0:44 – In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg.
0:55 – In 1963, the Beatles appear live on BBC’s Pops And Lenny.
2:29 – In 1966, the Beatles work on Love You To, Taxman and For No One.
3:30 – In 1969, Ringo Starr leaves for a trip on the Queen Elizabeth II.
3:55 – Paul McCartney goes to Corfu, instead.
4:19 – Conclusion.

Thanks to Alessandro d’Amito, Chiara Colafemmina, Daniele Monterisi, Fabio Ingegno, and Mariella Tarantino.
Bibliography for the series.

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A bit of live action, a chance meeting that will change a lifetime, and a lengthy interview are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 15th of May.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:27 – In 1960, the Silver Beetles are engaged at the Iron Door Club in Liverpool.
1:01 – In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany.
1:14 – In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg.
1:26 – In 1963, the Beatles are on the scene of the Royalty Theatre in Chester.
2:20 – In 1967, Paul McCartney meets Linda Eastman.
3:20 – In 1968, John Lennon and Paul McCartney fly back to London.
3:34 – In 1969, Glyn Johns keeps working on the Get Back tapes.
3:45 – Paul McCartney is interviewed for Light And Local for Radio Merseyside.
4:27 – Conclusion.

Thanks to Alessandro d’Amito, Chiara Colafemmina, Daniele Monterisi, Fabio Ingegno, and Mariella Tarantino.
Bibliography for the series.
The 1969 Paul McCartney interview.
One beginner’s guide to NFTs.

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