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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

Managing The Beatles?

The Beatles return to Hamburg, a TV special being filmed, and the aborted plans to get the Beatles back on a stage 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 November. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:43 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 1:05 - Koshmider terminates their contract. 2:12 - In November 1960, the Beatles start going to the To...

Nov 01, 202212 minSeason 1Ep. 305

London Explodes For The Beatles

A premature death, further work on Magical Mystery Tour, and George Harrison’s first A-side 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1956, Mary McCartney dies. 0:59 - In 1960, the Beatles play another night at the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 1:22 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Litherland Town Hall in Liverpool....

Oct 31, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 304

Hamburg Problems For The Beatles

The Beatles getting in trouble in Hamburg, concluding their stay in Sweden, and working on Magical Mystery 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 30th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:36 - In 1960, the Beatles have an audition in Hamburg... 1:39 - ...or maybe they don't. 2:23 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 2:34 - In 1962, the ...

Oct 30, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 303

The Beatles Return On Granada TV

An appearance on Granada Television, the completion of We Can Work It Out, and more filming for Magical Mystery 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 29th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:51 - In 1961, the Beatles are on the stage of the Hambleton Hall in Liverpool. 1:05 - In 1962...

Oct 29, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 302

Epstein Discovers The Beatles

Brian Epstein first taking notice of the Beatles, the Beatles getting their first spot in a packaged tour, and the continuation of the Beatles’ 1963 Swedish 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 28th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:33 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:52 - In 1961, Raymond Jones asks for a Beatles r...

Oct 28, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 301

The Beatles' First Radio Show!

The Beatles' first radio interview, on more work on Beatles For Sale, and on Ringo starting to record his first solo 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 27th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:49 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Village Hall in Knotty Ash. 1:02 - In 1962, the Beat...

Oct 27, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 300

The Beatles From Failure To Heroes

Regional finals, a couple of studio sessions, and the Beatles getting their MBEs 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1959, Johnny and the Moondogs don't make it to TV Star Search. 1:38 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 1:51 - In 1961, the Beatles are on the stage of the Cavern...

Oct 26, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 299

The Beatles Invade Sweden!

The start of the first Beatles tour outside UK, two studio sessions, and a happy announcement 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:52 - In 1961, the Beatles are on the stage of the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:07 - In 1962, the Beatles record an appearan...

Oct 25, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 298

Is Paul McCartney Alive, Or...

The Beatles record an appearance for Sveriges Radio, continue their 1964 British Tour, and record I’m Looking Through You 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1960, the Beatles are engaged at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:49 - In 1961, the Beatles play a lunchtime concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. ...

Oct 24, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 297

The Beatles 1963 Swedish Tour

The continuation of a residency, some studio work, and a trip to Sweden 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1960, the Beatles are engaged at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:52 - In 1963, the Beatles complete With The Beatles... 1:22 - ...and leave for Stockholm. 2:12 - In 1964, the Beatles British Tour sto...

Oct 23, 20224 minSeason 1Ep. 296

George Harrison Produces Jackie Lomax

The Beatles crossing paths again with Pete Best, George Martin being a protagonist of two studio moments, and George Harrison producing Jackie Lomax 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1960, the Beatles are engaged at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:54 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Casbah Coffee Club ...

Oct 22, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 295

Was John Lying On Purpose?

Two gigs around midnight, three studio sessions and a 1969 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 21st of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1960, the Beatles are engaged at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:44 - In 1961, the Beatles play two slots at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:07 - In 1962, the Beatles are again at the Cavern Club in Liv...

Oct 21, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 294

A Special Beatles TV Appearance

Live gigs, a TV preview of new compositions, and the completion of the first Plastic Ono Band 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 20th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1960, the Beatles are engaged at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:53 - In 1961, the Beatles play two gigs in a day. 1:23 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Maje...

Oct 20, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 293

A Not-So-Merry Beatles Christmas Message

A unique live performance, two recording sessions, and a day in court 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1960, the Beatles continue their residency at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:48 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Litherland Town Hall in Liverpool. 1:50 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the C...

Oct 19, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 292

John Lennon Arrested For Drug Possessions

A new face showing up with the Quarrymen, the recording of new songs for Beatles For Sale, and John Lennon’s drug bust 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1957, Paul McCartney debuts with the Quarrymen. 1:06 - In 1959, Johnny and the Moondogs passes an audition. 1:51 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkelle...

Oct 18, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 291

The Beatles' Debut On People And Places

The first ever Beatles fan club event, 4-track recording machines arriving at the EMI Studios, and a memorial service for Brian Epstein 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg. 0:53 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the David Lewis Club in Liverpool. 1:12...

Oct 17, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 290

The Beatles' Longest Studio Session

The renewal of a contract, the Beatles performing at La Scala, and a 24-hour studio 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 16th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1960, Bruno Koshmider extends the contract of the Beatles. 1:21 - In 1961, the Beatles play a lunchtime concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:38 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at...

Oct 16, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 289

The Beatles Recording Together For The First Time

The first time George, John, Paul, and Ringo ever played together, the media going even more crazy about the Beatles, and the Beatles’ political stances in 1964 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:35 - In 1960, Allan Williams visits the Beatles in Hamburg. 1:09 - The first time John, George, Paul, and Ringo record tog...

Oct 15, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 288

The Beatles On Scene At 6.30

The filming of a TV appearance, a holiday, 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 14th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 0:47 - In 1964, the Beatles film an appearance for Scene At 6.30. 1:11 - Later on, the band's British Tour stops in Adwick. 2:18 - In 1968, Ringo S...

Oct 14, 20224 minSeason 1Ep. 287

The Night Beatlemania Was Born

The official birth of Beatlemania, the release of a dodgy single, and the recording of the last song of 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 13th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 0:48 - In 1962, the Beatles perform an evening gig at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:02 - In 1963, the...

Oct 13, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 286

The Beatles Meet Little Richard

Several live events, the first time of a Beatles record on the charts, and the beginning of the official recordings of Rubber Soul 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 0:45 - In 1962, Love Me Do enters the Record Retailer chart at number 49. 1:07 - At night, t...

Oct 12, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 285

George And Ringo Hard At Work In 1968

Ringo unsuccessfully trying his luck with his first serious band, NEMS announcing a Christmas tour, and the focus on some songs by George and Ringo 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:36 - In 1959, Ringo Starr's first band auditions for TV Star Search. 1:12 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg...

Oct 11, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 284

The 12-Hour White Album Session

A fight, the continuation of a tour, and the feverish 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 10th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1959, the Quarrymen play the Casbah Coffee Club... 1:07 - ...and then they break up. 1:49 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 2:02 - In 1962, the Beatles have two gigs at...

Oct 10, 20226 minSeason 1Ep. 283

John Lennon's Birthday

John Lennon’s birthday, the Beatles starting a British tour, and more work 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 9th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1940, John Lennon was born in Liverpool. 1:04 - In 1960, the Beatles continue their first residency in Hamburg. 1:19 - In 1962, the Beatles visited some newspaper offices in London. 1:37 ...

Oct 09, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 282

A Spectacular Beatles Friday!

The Beatles busy with early gigs and three recording sessions, and George Harrison giving an interview to BBC Radio 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 0:52 - In 1962, the Beatles are in London for a recording session... 1:25 - ...for Radio Luxemburg's The Fri...

Oct 08, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 281

The Long Long Long Wine Incident

A launch party, the end of a mini-tour, and a fruitful studio 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 7th of October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 0:43 - In 1962, the Beatles have the launch party of Love Me Do. 1:18 - In 1963, the Beatles perform at the Caird Hall in Dundee. 2:14 - In 1968, the Beat...

Oct 07, 20224 minSeason 1Ep. 280

The Beatles Record Eight Days A Week

The first official autograph session of the Beatles, the first time they completed a song in the studio, and the completion of Blue Jay Way 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 0:55 - In 1962, the Beatles have two autograph sessions... 1:33 - ...before their ev...

Oct 06, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 279

Love Me Do Is Released

The release of the Beatles’ first single, more work on the White Album, and on Cold Turkey 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 0:44 - In 1962, Love Me Do is released in UK. 1:34 - A mystery about its sales. 2:11 - In 1963, the Beatles perform at the Concert Ha...

Oct 05, 20225 minSeason 1Ep. 278

Ready, Steady, Beatles!

A fresh start in Germany, the Beatles’ first appearance on Ready, Steady, Go!, and a visit from a friend 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1960, the Beatles debut at the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg. 1:32 - In 1962, the Beatles perform an lunchtime concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:46 - In 1963, the Beatl...

Oct 04, 20227 minSeason 1Ep. 277

Beatles Club Shut Down By The German Police

The closing of the Indra Club, the participation to The Public Ear, and a very quick chocolate 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 October. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1959, the Quarrymen play the Casbah Coffee Club in Liverpool. 0:53 - In 1960, the Indra Club in Hamburg closes down. 1:51 - In 1962, the Beatles perform an evening...

Oct 03, 20228 minSeason 1Ep. 276