What A Fab Day: A Podcast About The Beatles

Let's tell the story of The Beatles, focussing on what they did day by day. From the prehistory of the band to its final demise in 1970. All the facts you need, a little speculation, and zero conspiracy theories!

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The Beatles Record Carnival Of Light

A debut on bass, a "sweetening" session, and the completion of the rarest of all the Beatles pieces 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 will focus on what happened on the 5th of January. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, Paul McCartney first plays bass for the Beatles on a stage. 1:23 - In 1962, Tony Sheridan's My Bonnie, backed by the Beatles, comes out in UK. 2:30 - In 1963, the Beatles perform at...

Jan 05, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The Beatles Win The 1962 Popularity Poll

Some prizes, a flop, 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 will focus on what happened on the 4th of January. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:33 - In 1962, the Beatles won the first Mersey Beat popularity poll for bands. 1:01 - In 1963, the Beatles play the Dingwall Town Hall, in Dingwall. 2:51 - In 1964, the Beatles record bits of interviews. 3:41 - In 1965, Paul McCa...

Jan 04, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 4

George Martin Is Born

A birthday, the start of a tour, and a second day of rehearsals 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 will focus on  what happened on the 3rd of January. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:22 - In 1926, George Martin is born. 2:00 - In 1962, the Beatles perform twice at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 2:37 - In 1963, the Beatles begin their Scottish tour. 3:18 - In 1964, there is a sharp disagreement ...

Jan 03, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The Beatles' Start Filming Get Back

A stall due to bad weather and the start of a troubled project 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 will focus on what happened on the 2nd of January. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:35 - In 1963, the Beatles cancel the first date of their Scottish tour. 1:41 - In 1964, the Beatles play the 8th night of The Beatles' Christmas Special. 2:35 - In 1965, the Beatles play the 8th night of Another Beatles Christm...

Jan 02, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 2

The Beatles' Infamous Decca Audition

An audition at Decca, performances for a couple of Christmas productions, and the arrival of a director 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 will focus on what happened on the 1st of January of each and every year, plus those events taking place during the various Januaries (if a specific date couldn't be pinned down). 0:00 - Introduction. 1:03 - In January 1958, the Quarrymen become a more o...

Jan 01, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 1

What A Fab Day: Introduction

An introduction to What A Fab Day, why I think you want to follow the podcast and a little promise to you, the listeners. It is a lot of listening but I think you'll find the ride worth your time! You'll find a brief summary of the episode below. If you need subtitles, I'd advise you to check the episode out on YouTube. Please, remember that What A Fab Day, like all my other series, is a labour of love. If you happen to have suggestions, please contact me: it might take time for me to reply, but...

Dec 11, 2021•6 min

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