A well-paid gig, a second appearance on a top TV programme, and a seminal release 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 the 17th of February.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:27 – In 1961, the Beatles play the St. John’s Hall in Liverpool for their highest fee yet.
1:13 – In 1962, the Beatles perform an evening concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
1:45 – In 1963, the Beatles record their second appearance on Thank You Lucky Stars.
2:44 – In 1964, the Beatles relax in Miami, FL.
3:13 – In 1965, the Beatles record The Night Before and You Like Me Too Much.
3:54 – In 1967, Penny Lane/ Strawberry Fields Forever is released.
5:04 – The Beatles record Being For The Benefit Of Mr Kite!.
6:27 – In 1970, a 15-piece orchestra is overdubed on I’m A Fool To Care and Love Is A Many Splendored Thing.
6:49 – Conclusion.

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

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A meeting with a future MP, a live appearance at The Ed Sullivan Show, and a trip to India 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 the 16th of February.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:26 – In 1961, the Beatles play at The Cassanova Club and at the Litherland Town Hall, in Liverpool.
0:46 – In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Technical College Hall in Birkenhead and at the Tower Ballroom in Wallasey.
1:13 – In 1963, the Beatles are at the Cafax Assembly Rooms in Oxford. They meet Jeffery Archer.
2:09 – In 1964, the Beatles appear live at The Ed Sullivan Show.
3:43 – In 1965, the Beatles receive gold records and gifts from EMI’s Joseph Lockwood and complete their work on I Need You and Another Girl.
4:55 – In 1967, the Beatles continue their work on Good Morning Good Morning.
5:30 – In 1968, George Harrison and John Lennon arrive in New Delhi, India, and get to Rishikesh.
6:17 – Conclusion.

Thanks to Alessandro d’Amito, Chiara Colafemmina, Daniele Monterisi, Fabio Ingegno, and Mariella Tarantino.
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Some early concerts, a lengthy recording session for Help! and John and George leaving for India 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 the 15th of February.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:26 – In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Aintree Institute and at the Hambleton Hall, in Liverpool.
0:51 – In 1962, the Beatles play at the Cavern Club at lunchtime, and at the Tower Ballroom in Wallasey at night.
1:13 – In 1963, the Beatles play at the Ritz Ballroom in Birmingham.
1:41 – In 1964, the Beatles give a telephone interview and have a dressed rehearsal for their appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show.
2:20 – After that, the band relaxes going fishing, perhaps with some shady types.
2:58 – In 1965, John Lennon gets his driving license.
3:29 – New procedures in the studio.
4:18 – The Beatles record Ticket To Ride and start working on Another Girl and I Need You.
5:43 – In 1968, George Harrison and John Lennon fly to New Delhi, India.
6:18 – Lady Madonna is mixed in mono.
6:28 – In 1969, George Harrison is free to leave the hospital after his tonsils have been removed.
6:39 – Conclusion.

Thanks to Alessandro d’Amito, Chiara Colafemmina, Daniele Monterisi, Fabio Ingegno, and Mariella Tarantino.
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A commotion to get a kiss, relaxing by a pool in Miami, and the preparation for a trip to India 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 the 14th of February.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:25 – In 1961, the Beatles perform at The Cassanova Club and at the Litherland Town Hall, in Liverpool.
0:37 – Fighting for a kiss from Paul McCartney.
1:39 – In 1962, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
1:49 – In 1963, the Beatles play the Locarno Ballroom in Liverpool.
2:32 – In 1964, the Beatles have a reheasal, a photoshooting and rest a bit in Miami Beach, FL.
3:14 – In 1967, the Beatles work on Only A Northern Song.
3:41 – In 1968, Mal Evans fly to New Delhi to set things up for the Beatles upcoming arrival.
4:18 – Conclusion.

Thanks to Alessandro d’Amito, Chiara Colafemmina, Daniele Monterisi, Fabio Ingegno, and Mariella Tarantino.
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Brian Epstein meeting George Martin for the first time, a trip to Miami, and the launch party of an album produced by Paul McCartney 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 the 13th of February.

Episode Description

0:00 – Introduction.
0:27 – In 1962, Brian Epstein meets George Martin for the first time.
1:38 – The Beatles perform at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
1:48 – In 1963, the Beatles play the Majestic Ballroom in Hull.
1:55 – In 1964, the Bealtes fly from New York City to Miami, FL.
2:32 – In 1967, the Beatles start recording Only A Northern Song.
3:35 – In 1969, Paul McCartney is at the launch party of Mary Hopkin’s album, Postcard.
4:14 – Conclusion.

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

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