The Beatles rehearsing for the second recording audition of their career, a hospitalisation, and a new way to record bass 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:49 - In 1962, the Beatles have an afternoon rehearsal at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:...
Jun 03, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 154
The first ever concert for the Beatles, three recording session and two different coming back homes 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles perform at The Institute in Neston, England. 2:05 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 2:19 - In 1962, the Beatles retur...
Jun 02, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 153
The first recording session of the Quarrymen, Sgt Pepper’s coming out in UK, and the recording of the first Plastic Ono Band 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 1st of June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:43 - In mid 1958, the Quarrymen record two songs in an amateurish recording studio. 1:29 - In June 1959, the Quarrymen stop rehearsing or playing gig...
Jun 01, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 152
The conclusion of the Beatles’ third residency in Hamburg, a photo shooting, and a couple of 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 31st of May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:46 - In 1962, the Beatles conclude their third Hamburg residency. 1:07 - In 1963, the Bea...
May 31, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 151
A fresh engagement for the Silver Beetles, the first recording session for the White Album and the first Beatles single to be released in stereo 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles perform at the Jacaranda Coffee Bar in Liverpool. 1:48 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club...
May 30, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 150
The Beatles returning to Liverpool after their first tour, early concerts and a single issued by Polydor 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles return to Liverpool. 1:16 - The silver lining of a bad experience. 1:40 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg. 1:53 - In ...
May 29, 2022•3 min•Season 1Ep. 149
The end of the Beatles’ first tour, a drug fuelled party in 1967, and the compilation of the first master of the Get Back projects 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:33 - In 1960, the Johnny Gentle Scottish tour arrives at the Rescue Hall in Peterhead. 1:18 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hambur...
May 28, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 148
An angry appeal for money, a visit from a future music star, and the filming of a car trip to London 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1960, the Johnny Gentle Scottish tour is on the stage of the Regal Ballroom in Nairn. 1:21 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:38 -...
May 27, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 147
The last exclusive BBC session, the recording of Yellow Submarine, and the start of the second John and Yoko bed-in for peace 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1960, the Johnny Gentle Scottish tour arrives at the Town Hall in Forres. 1:14 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Ge...
May 26, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 146
Several concerts, a recording session for the Yellow Submarine feature film, and a relocation to Canada 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1960, the Johnny Gentle Scottish tour stops at the St. Thomas Hall in Keith. 1:02 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:16 - In 19...
May 25, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 145
A recording session in Hamburg, another in London, and a trip to the Bahamas to promote world peace 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:45 - In 1962, George Martin sends the Beatles' contract to Brian Epstein. 1:04 - The Beatles record 2...
May 24, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 144
A car accident while on tour, some live performances, and one of the first serious documentaries about rock 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1960, the Johnny Gentle tour arrives at the Dalrymple Hall in Fraserburch, Scotland. 0:56 - Johnny Gentle crashes the tour van into a car. 2:17 - In 1961, the Beatles are ...
May 23, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 143
The birth of NEMS, the continuation of the recording of You Know My Name (Look Up The Number), and two intercontinental flights 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:43 - In 1962, Brian and Clive Epstein form NEMS enterprise. 1:16 - In 1963, t...
May 22, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 158
The Beatles becoming the de facto headliners of their third packaged tour, the recording of a piano part for You Can’t Do That, and the first public appearance of John Lennon and Yoko Ono as a couple 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:36 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:52 - In 196...
May 22, 2022•4 min•Season 1Ep. 142
Three live performances, two of which took place in Hamburg, and the recording of two live radio appearances for 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 21st of May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1960, the Johnny Gentle tour arrives at the Northern Meeting Ballroom in Inverness. 1:27 - The Lathom Hall problem. 1:55 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten C...
May 21, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 141
The Beatles first ever tour, the filming of more Paperback Writer and Rain videos, and the UK premiere of Let It Be 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles appear for the first time as support band of Johnny Gentle in Alloa, Scotland. 1:37 - Taking on stage names. 2:23 - In 1961, the Beatles a...
May 20, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 140
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. 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 th...
May 19, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 139
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. 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, W...
May 18, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 138
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. 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 -...
May 17, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 137
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. 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 P...
May 16, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 136
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. 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...
May 15, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 135
Several engagements in the gigging years of the band’s career and another round of New York interviews 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1960, the Silver Beats are on the stage of the Lathom Hall in Liverpool. 1:23 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:39 - In 1962, the Beatles...
May 14, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 134
The usual two residencies in Hamburg, a day with the press, and the premiere of the Let It Be film in New York 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles are on the stage of the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:41 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:02 - In 1968, John L...
May 13, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 133
The return of the Beatles on Thank Your Lucky Star, a couple of fast studio sessions, and a business meeting on a very peculiar venue 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles are on the stage of the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:46 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg....
May 12, 2022•4 min•Season 1Ep. 132
The end of the Beatles work for their Help! feature film, some studio work, and a business trip to New York 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles are on the stage of the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:43 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:01 - In 1963, the Beatl...
May 11, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 131
An audition for a Scottish tour, a couple of concerts in Hamburg, and a 1965 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 10th of May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles audition before Larry Parnes and Billy Fury. 2:23 - In 1961, the Beatles are on the stage of the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 2:37 - In 1962, the Bea...
May 10, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 130
A breakthrough for the recording career of the Fab Four, a meeting with Bob Dylan, and another bitter argument during the band’s long death 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:43 - In 1962, Brian Epstein meets George Martin to follow through his...
May 09, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 129
A management contract, an explanation about troubles ahead, and the release of the Beatles’s last album in UK 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:46 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:00 - In 1969, Allen Klein...
May 08, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 128
Two residencies in Hamburg, a bit of filming for Help! and a session focussing on studio chatter 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:19 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:31 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:50 - In 1965, the Beatles are at the T...
May 07, 2022•2 min•Season 1Ep. 127
Old concerts, the completion of I’m Only Sleeping, and the recording of You Never Give Me Your Money 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 May. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Top Ten club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:45 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:58 - In 1965, the Beatles leave th...
May 06, 2022•4 min•Season 1Ep. 126
