A name change, the tiring continuation of the filming for Help! and the recording of two guitar solos 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 5th of May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1960, the Beatals (sic) acquire a new drummer and become the Silver Beetles. 1:22 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:39 - In 1962, the Beatl...
May 05, 2022•4 min•Season 1Ep. 125
A holiday, a mixing session, and a party 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 4th of May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:40 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:52 - In 1964, John Lennon, George Harrison and their partners fly to Tahiti. 1:22 - In 1965, the Beatles k...
May 04, 2022•4 min•Season 1Ep. 124
The first contact with Allan Williams, the continuation of the filming of Help!, and a slightly goofy recording session 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 3rd of May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1960, the Beatals (sic) attend a Gene Vincent concert in Liverpool. 1:26 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:40 - In 1962, ...
May 03, 2022•4 min•Season 1Ep. 123
A couple of holiday breaks, several interviews and a recording session 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 2nd of May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:39 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg.0:49 - In 1964, the Beatles go on holiday. 2:52 - In 1965, the Beatles travel t...
May 02, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 122
The start of a love affair for John Lennon, the last proper UK concert of the Beatles’ career, and the plotting of a new album 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 1st of May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:37 - In May 1956, John Lennon first listens to Elvis Presley. 0:51 - In May 1958, Colin Hanton leaves the Quarrymen... perhaps. 1:52 - In 1961, the Beatles play ...
May 01, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 121
An idea for a Radio show centred on the Beatles, a busy day in Scotland, and the return 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 30th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles have another night of their second Hamburg residency at the Top Ten Club. 0:49 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Star...
Apr 30, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 120
Some early concerts, a couple of fruitful recording sessions and a trip to the 14-Hour Technicolor Dream 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 29th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles have another night of their second Hamburg residency at the Top Ten Club. 0:44 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Star-Club for their third Ha...
Apr 29, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 119
A couple of Spanish holidays, a TV special, and the start of the work on Eleanor Rigby 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 28th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:26 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club for their second Hamburg residency. 0:40 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg for their third German residency. 0:51 - In 1963, ...
Apr 28, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 118
A dressed rehearsal, a look at the future and some heartbeats 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 27th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club for their second Hamburg residency. 0:43 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg for their third German residency. 0:55 - In 1963, the Beatles are on the st...
Apr 27, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 117
Early gigs in West Germany and England, the 1964 NME Poll Winners concert, and three different recording sessions 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 26th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club for their second Hamburg residency. 0:46 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg for their third German ...
Apr 26, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 116
The preparation for a TV special, the start of the Magical Mystery Tour project, and a couple of quick and dirty mixing sessions 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 25th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club for their second Hamburg residency. 0:48 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg for thei...
Apr 25, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 115
We have some early concerts, a hint about an aborted first feature film, and the end of the work on A Hard Day’s Night 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 24th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1960, John Lennon and Paul McCartney have a second performance at the Fox And Hounds pub in Caversham. 1:02 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club...
Apr 24, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 114
A formative pub gig down south, more filming, and a very short public speech 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 23rd of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1960, John Lennon and Paul McCartney perform an acoustic set at the Fox And Hounds pub in Caversham. 1:06 - Mike Robbins gives them pointers. 1:31 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club fo...
Apr 23, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 113
Some early residencies, the completion of two Revolver songs, and John Lennon changing his name 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 22nd of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, for their second German residency. 0:43 - In 1962, the Beatles perform another night at the Star-Club in Hamburg for their third ...
Apr 22, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 112
The Beatles playing their biggest concert to date, film more scenes, and have the final recording for Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band 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 21st of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:33 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, for their second German residency. 0:47 - In 1962, the Beatles perform another night a...
Apr 21, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 111
An irate letter, several studio sessions and an unseen scene 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 20th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1961, the Beatles get a bitter letter from Allan Williams. 1:41 - In 1962, the Beatles enjoy a day off. 1:54 - In 1963, the Beatles are on the stage of the Mersey View Pleasure Grounds in Frodsham. 2:11 - In 1964, Pa...
Apr 20, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 110
The second Mersey Beat Showcase, some recording and mixing session, and an incredible marketing result 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 April. 0:00 Introduction. 0:28 In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:42 In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:56 In 1963, the Beatles top the bill of the sec...
Apr 19, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 109
The first Beatles appearance at the Royal Albert Hall, the rehearsals for ITV’s Around The Beatles, and a lengthy late recording session 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 April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:47 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:55 - In...
Apr 18, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 108
Two TV appearances, two studio sessions, and two residencies 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 April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:40 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:50 - In 1963, the Beatles are engaged at the Majestic Ballroom in Luton. 1:21 - In ...
Apr 17, 2022•4 min•Season 1Ep. 107
Two TV appearances, two studio sessions, and two residencies 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 April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:26 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:45 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:58 - In 1963, the Beatles appear on Scene At 6.30. 1:45 - In 1964, the Beatles film...
Apr 16, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 106
Three early gigs and the shooting of A Hard Day’s Night, and Paul McCartney having his first solo interview on 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 15th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:46 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:58 - In 1963, the Beatles are...
Apr 15, 2022•3 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Meeting the Rolling Stones for the first time, completing the recording Paperback Writer, and that of the band’s first stereo single 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 14th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:46 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:09 - In 196...
Apr 14, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Two Hamburg residencies, the Beatles’ debut on BBC, and the recording of John Lennon’s first serious song 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 13th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:43 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:13 - In 1963, the Beatles film their d...
Apr 13, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 103
An 8-hour marathon, Paul creating the basic plan for Magical Mystery Tour, and George and John leaving Rishikesh 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 12th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:43 - In 1962, George Harrison and Brian Epstein travel to Hamburg. 1:06 - In 1963, the Beatles t...
Apr 12, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 102
Several live performances, the first Indian flavoured song of the band and the first time another musician is credited on a Beatles’ single 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 11th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:43 - In 1962, Pete Best, John Lennon and Paul McCartney left Liverpoo...
Apr 11, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 101
A tragic and sudden death, the last appearance on Top Of The Pops, and the announcement of the Beatles' breakup 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 10th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:35 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg. 0:49 - In 1962, Stuart Sutcliffe dies of brain haemorrhage. 2:41 - In 1963, the Beatles give their last perfor...
Apr 10, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Radio and TV appearances, the shooting of a scene that will make Ringo as an actor, and the penultimate photo session of the Fab Four together 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 9th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg. 0:44 - In 1963, the Beatles give an interview for BBC Radio's Pop Inn. 1:22 - Th...
Apr 09, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Some early gigs, a birth, and the remake of one of the band’s most iconic songs 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 8th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg. 0:38 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Casbah Coffee Club, without George Harrison. 0:57 - In 1963, Julian Lennon is born. 1:26 - In 1964, ...
Apr 08, 2022•3 min•Season 1Ep. 98
A precautionary defection, the birth of the Magical Mystery Tour, and the fine tune in for a single 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 on what happened to the Fab Four on the 7th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg. 0:42 - In 1962, the Beatles perform twice without George Harrison. 1:16 - In 1963, the Beatles play the Savoy Ballr...
Apr 07, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 97
A farewell ball, a pirate radio prize, and a ground breaking recording session 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 6th of April. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:26 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg. 0:41 - In 1962, the Beatles perform a "Beatles Farewell Ball" at the Tower Ballroom in Wallasey. 1:09 - In 1963, the Beatles are engaged at the ...
Apr 06, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 96
