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What A Fab Day: A Podcast About The Beatles

Simon Maswww.simonmas.com
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!

Episodes

The Beatles 1966 Philippines Fiasco

The completion of the Beatles’ fourth single, a catastrophe in the making and the continued work on Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da and Golden Slumbers 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 July. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:43 - In 1963, George Martin mixes She Loves You. 1:04 - The Beatles watch the Rolling ...

Jul 04, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 185

The Beatles Tape Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da

A return home, the start of a nightmare, and the recording of two McCartney classics 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 July. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles finally arrive in Liverpool. 0:57 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:14 - In 1963, the Beatles appear in The Beat Show. 1:49 - In 1965, the Beatles pla...

Jul 03, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 184

Pop Go The Beatles Renewed!

The second series of Pop Go The Beatles, a bit of police brutality, and the continuation of the work on Abbey Road 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 July. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In July 1960, the Silver Beetles play the Grosvenor Ballroon in Wallasey, England. 1:03 - Johnny Gentle joins the Beatles on the stage. 1:39 - In 1961, the Beatles sta...

Jul 02, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 183

Abbey Road: The Sessions Begin

A name change, two recording sessions, and a car crash 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 July. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:37 - In July 1960, the Silver Beetles became the Silver Beatles. 0:46 - A peculiar engagement. 2:06 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club for the last time. 3:07 - In 1962, the Beatles open for Gene Vincet at the Cavern Club,...

Jul 01, 202215 minSeason 1Ep. 182

The Beatles 1966 Live At Budokan

A 1963 Italian TV special, the end of the 1964 Australasian tour, and the live debut of Hey Jude 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles play The Institute in Neston, England. 0:53 - In 1961, the Beatles are on the stage of the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:10 - In 1962, the Beatle...

Jun 30, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 181

John Lennon's Road Trip To Scotland

The Beatles graduating from small act to world touring sensation, some problems down under, and quite a bit of travelling 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:44 - In 1962, the Beatles play at the Cavern Club and for Operation Big Beat I...

Jun 29, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Beatlemania's On The Rise

A brilliant idea from Brian Epstein, with various developments on the 1964 and 1965 tours, and with the start of the recording of Good 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 28th of June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:44 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Majestic Ballroom in Bir...

Jun 28, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 179

The Beatles Hot In Rome

The composition of She Loves You, another day of madness in New Zealand, and the completion of the basic track for Everybody’s Got Something To Hide Except Me And My Monkey 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:35 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:54 - In 1962, the Beatles p...

Jun 27, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 178

The Beatles' Last Hamburg Gig

The beginning of the composition of one of the Beatles’ most beloved early singles, three different tour dates around the world, and a bit of studio work 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:48 - In 1963, the Beatles perform at the Majes...

Jun 26, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 177

The Beatles In 1967 First Satellite Broadcast

Two tours, a historical satellite broadcast, and some extra studio work 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles perform at the Grosvenor Ballroom in Wallasey, England. 0:48 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:03 - In 1962, the Beatles are engaged twice in ...

Jun 25, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 176

The Rough Start Of The Beatles' 1966 World Tour

The last performance at the Casbah Coffee Club, the start of the 1966 world tour, and the debut of George Harrison as producer 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:50 - In 1962, the Beatles have their last concert at the Casbah Coffee Club in Live...

Jun 24, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 175

Family Time In 1968 And 1969

A birthday, the preparation for the Beatles’ last world tour, and a couple of family moments 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1940, Stu Sutcliffe is born. 1:13 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles play The Institute in Neston, England. 1:45 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germa...

Jun 23, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 174

How The Beatles' Hamburg Tapes Came To Be

The first live performance of the Quarrymen, the first recording session of the Beatles, and the start of the love affair between Paul and Linda 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:35 - In 1957, the Quarrymen have their first live engagement in Liverpool. 1:19 - A little street fighting problem. 2:04 - In 1961, the Beatl...

Jun 22, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 173

Inspiring John Lennon

A supporting gig, a peculiar visit, and three glorious studio 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 21st of June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles hit the stage of the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:45 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Tower Ballroom in Wallasey supporting Bruce Channel. 1:34 - Delbert McLinton's harmonica pla...

Jun 21, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 172

The Beatles' 1965 Paris Concert

Early gigs, the start of the 1965 European tour, and the creation of Revolution 9 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:49 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool twice. 1:07 - In 1963, The Beatles Limited is created. 1:32 - ...

Jun 20, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 171

John Lennon Illiterate?!?

A key meeting, a discussion in the parliament, and a revelation about drugs 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:49 - In 1962, the Beatles play a lunchtime and an evening concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:14 - In 1963, Derek Taylor ...

Jun 19, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 170

Happy Birthday, Paul McCartney

A birthday, the first of several sold out shows in Sydney, and a day of interviews in 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 18th of June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1942, Paul McCartney is born. 1:59 - In 1956, Paul McCartney gets his first guitar. 2:43 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles play at the Grosvenor Ballroon in Wallasey. 3:02 - In 1961, the Be...

Jun 18, 202210 minSeason 1Ep. 169

The Beatles' Final Gig In Melbourne

The recording of the fourth Pop Go The Beatles radio show, a final night in Melbourne, and the completion of Yesterday 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:58 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:14 - In 1963, the Beatles record their fourth Pop Go The Beatles radio show. 2:03 - I...

Jun 17, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 168

The Beatles Live On Top Of The Pops

A historical last Mersey Beat Showcase, the first appearance of the Beatles on Top Of The Pops, and the remake of Here, There, And Everywhere 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles play at The Institute in Neston. 0:59 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germa...

Jun 16, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 167

John And Yoko Planting Trees For Peace

A concert that couldn’t be cancelled, the recording of It’s Only Love, and the planting of some acorns 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles are at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:45 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool at lunchtime and at night. 1:04 - In 1963, th...

Jun 15, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 166

The Beatles Get Together Again

A one-year driving suspension for breaking the speed limit, a Fab Four reunion, and a massive Paul McCartney day in Abbey Road 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1961, the Beatles are at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:51 - In 1963, the Beatles perform in a Mersey Beat Showcase. 1:39 - In 1964, Ring...

Jun 14, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 165

The Beatles Lose Another Drummer

More live performances, the last set with Jimmy Nicol and a written plea 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles reunite with Tommy Moore for a live at the Jacaranda Coffee Bar in Liverpool. 1:20 - In 1961, the Beatles are at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg. 1:32 - In 1962, the Beatles have two c...

Jun 13, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 164

The Beatles Members Of The British Empire!

A robust intake of live appearances, including a triumph down under, and a press conference 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles are at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:44 - In 1962, the Beatles have a lunchtime and an evening concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:59 - In 1963, t...

Jun 12, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 163

Paul McCartney Records Blackbird

Some problems in the drum department, a prestigious honour, and more work on the White 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 11th of June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles lose their drummer. 1:26 - When they arrive at the Grosvenor Ballroom to play, John Lennon commits a mistake. 2:41 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten...

Jun 11, 202210 minSeason 1Ep. 162

The Start Of A New Beatles Era

A couple of concerts, the release of a single and some studio work 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:26 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:46 - In 1963, the Beatles are on the stage of the Pavilion in Bath. 1:00 - In 1964, George Martin mixes down I'll Be Back. 1:21 - The Bea...

Jun 10, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 161

The Beatles Live In Hong Kong

The first audition by the Quarrymen, a record-breaking concert in Liverpool, and a concert in Hong Kong 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1957, the Quarrymen play an audition for ATV's Mr. Star-Maker. 1:35 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles are at The Institute in Neston, England. 2:05 - In 1961, the Beatles perform ...

Jun 09, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 160

Brian Jones Plays With The Beatles

The Beatles arrival in Hong Kong, two recording sessions, and a wedding 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 0:46 - In 1963, the Roy Orbison packaged tour, featuring the Beatles, touches the City Hall in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. 1:01 - In 1964, the...

Jun 08, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 159

The Beatles Enter Abbey Road For The First Time

Some early live dates, the first EMI recording session for the Beatles, and the continuation of the band's 1964 tour 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles appear at a "Jive and Rock" night at the Grosvenor Ballroom in Wallasey. 1:04 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hambu...

Jun 06, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 157

The 1964 Dutch Stage Invasion

The preparation of the Beatles first EMI recording session, the continuation of the Beatles 1964 world tour, the debut of Ringo Starr as a composer 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:35 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Top Ten Club in Hamburg. 0:51 - In 1962, George Martin receives the signed contract tying the Beat...

Jun 05, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 156

The Beatles Record Revolution

The start of a world tour, a live homage to the Beatles paid by Jimi Hendrix, and more recording on Revolution 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 June. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1960, the Silver Beetles perform at the Grosvenor Ballroom in Wallasey, England. 0:59 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Top Ten Club in Hamburg, West Germany. 1:18 - In 1...

Jun 04, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 155