The end of the last Hamburg residency of the Beatles, George Harrison not dressing properly, and a lawsuit are some of 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1960, the Beatles are at the Casbah Coffee Club in Liverpool. 0:58 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:48 - In 1963, the Beatles are busy with Th...
Dec 31, 2022•6 min•Ep 365•Transcript available on Metacast Two early gigs, two variety shows, and one recording session are some of 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:44 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:00 - In 1963, the Beatles are busy with The Beatles' Christmas Show. 1:24 - In 1964, the Be...
Dec 30, 2022•4 min•Ep 364•Transcript available on Metacast A couple of performances, the start of the work on Penny Lane, and a visit to Denmark are some of 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:43 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:59 - In 1964, the Beatles appear during Another Beatles Christmas ...
Dec 29, 2022•4 min•Ep 363•Transcript available on Metacast Three live appearances are 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:36 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:56 - In 1963, the Beatles are busy with The Beatles' Christmas Show. 1:09 - In 1964, the Beatles appear during Another Beatles Christmas Show. 1:24 - Conclusion. Please help me giving you even better conten...
Dec 28, 2022•2 min•Ep 362•Transcript available on Metacast The turning point in the Beatles career, a critical appraisal, and Paul McCartney defending Magical Mystery Tour are some of 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:37 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Litherland Town Hall in Liverpool. 1:34 - A career changer. 2:44 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at The Beatles' Xmas Party. 3:...
Dec 27, 2022•6 min•Ep 361•Transcript available on Metacast A couple of early concerts, a moped accident, and the premiere of Magical Mystery Tour are some of 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles perform during the Boxing Night Big Beat Ball in Wallasey. 0:51 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:07 - In 1963, the Beatles are busy with The Bea...
Dec 26, 2022•6 min•Ep 360•Transcript available on Metacast A mission meal and an engagement are 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1962, the Beatles eat at the British Seaman's Mission in Hamburg. 1:06 - In 1967, Paul McCartney and Jane Asher announce their engagement. 2:14 - Conclusion. Please help me giving you even better content ! Buy the deluxe version of the podcast . S...
Dec 25, 2022•3 min•Ep 359•Transcript available on Metacast A return to an old venue, the start of two variety shows, and an aborted attempt to take part to a sit-in 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Grosvenor Ballroom in Wallasey. 1:07 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 2:23 - In 1963, The Beatles' Christmas Show ...
Dec 24, 2022•7 min•Ep 358•Transcript available on Metacast An all-nighter, a difficult Christmas party, and a couple of political meetings 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1961, the Beatles play a slot at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:50 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:01 - In 1964, the Beatles rehearse Another Beatles Christmas Sho...
Dec 23, 2022•5 min•Ep 357•Transcript available on Metacast Previews, rehearsals, and a bit of magic happening in the studio 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:26 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 0:41 - In 1963, the Beatles are live at the Empire Theatre in Liverpool. 1:08 - In 1964, the Beatles rehearse Another Beatles Christmas Show. 2:04 - In 19...
Dec 22, 2022•5 min•Ep 356•Transcript available on Metacast A warm up for The Beatles’ Christmas Show, more Sgt Pepper’s era work and the Magical Mystery Tour launch 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 21st of December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:36 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:56 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:15 - In 1963, the Beatles are live at the ...
Dec 21, 2022•6 min•Ep 355•Transcript available on Metacast A wedding gig, more work on When I’m Sixty-Four, and John Lennon meeting Marshal McLuhan 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1958, the Quarrymen perform at the reception of Harry Harrison's wedding. 0:53 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:09 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-...
Dec 20, 2022•4 min•Ep 354•Transcript available on Metacast Two concerts and the end of a holiday 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:36 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:57 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Star-Club in Hamburg. 1:29 - In 1964, George Harrison concludes his Bahamas holiday. 1:50 - Conclusion. Please help me giving you even bette...
Dec 19, 2022•2 min•Ep 353•Transcript available on Metacast The Beatles’ last Hamburg residency, their first BBC special and the birth of Bagism 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:50 - In 1962, the Beatles fly to Hamburg for their last Star-Club residency. 1:51 - In 1963, the Beatles record their first BBC Christ...
Dec 18, 2022•8 min•Ep 352•Transcript available on Metacast A return to the stage, a photo shooting, and a third appearance on BBC’s Saturday Club 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1960, the Beatles are on the stage of the Casbah Coffee Club in Liverpool. 1:21 - In 1961, the Beatles have their first professional photos taken. 1:58 - In 1962, the Beatles appear on Gr...
Dec 17, 2022•5 min•Ep 351•Transcript available on Metacast Two Cavern Club gigs, a Pantomime, and a trip to Toronto 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:36 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:51 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Cavern Club again. 1:03 - In 1966, Pantomime: It's Christmas is shipped to the fans. 1:32 - In 1969, John Lennon and Yoko...
Dec 16, 2022•3 min•Ep 350•Transcript available on Metacast A meeting about the future of the Beatles, more work on Strawberry Fields Forever, and a 1969 concert 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 15th of December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:33 - In 1960, the Beatles talk about their future. 1:17 - The plan to go forward. 1:56 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at the Cavern Club and at the Tower Ballroom. 2:41 -...
Dec 15, 2022•9 min•Ep 349•Transcript available on Metacast A concert in a famous venue, one for a Beatles fan club, and a mimed performance on ITV 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:29 - In 1962, the Beatles are live at the Music Hall in Shrewsbury. 0:47 - In 1963, the Beatles play a concert for their Fun Club at the Wimbledon Palais. 1:31 - A Beatles meet and greet. 1:50 -...
Dec 14, 2022•4 min•Ep 348•Transcript available on Metacast A good performance for a Decca A&R man, the end of a tour and a discussion about the Beatles’ third film 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles land an audition for Decca Records. 1:47 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Corn Exchange in Bedford. 2:12 - In 1963, the Beatles are on the stage of ...
Dec 13, 2022•5 min•Ep 347•Transcript available on Metacast The end of a tour, a record release, and the end of a collaboration onstage 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:26 - In 1962, the Beatles perform twice at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:53 - In 1963, the Beatles are on the stage of the Odeon Cinema in Nottingham. 1:01 - In 1965, the Beatles perform at the Capitol Ci...
Dec 12, 2022•4 min•Ep 346•Transcript available on Metacast A warm crowd in London, John Lennon on The Rolling Stones’ Rock And Roll Circus, and a world première for 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:31 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 0:44 - In 1962, the Beatles return to La Scala Ballroom in Runcorn. 0:58 - In 1963, the Beatles are on the st...
Dec 11, 2022•5 min•Ep 345•Transcript available on Metacast A return to Liverpool, the signing of a contract, and a world premiere 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:27 - In 1960, John Lennon returns to Liverpool. 1:19 - In 1961, the Beatles sign with Brian Epstein... 1:51 - ...then they have a shabby performance at the Hambleton Hall. 2:43 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at ...
Dec 10, 2022•7 min•Ep 344•Transcript available on Metacast A first gig in the south, a scouting for a first album, and an ok first compilation 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:28 - In 1961, the Beatles play their first show in the south of England. 1:06 - An aborted Battle Of The Bands gets the Beatles down. 2:07 - The Beatles play London. 2:42 - In 1962, George Martin wat...
Dec 09, 2022•8 min•Ep 343•Transcript available on Metacast The Beatles’ first encounter with a new drug, the release of Magical Mystery Tour in UK, and a tragic 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 8th of December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Tower Ballroom in Wallasey supporting Davy Jones. 1:34 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Oasis Club in Manchester. 1:43 - In 1963, the B...
Dec 08, 2022•7 min•Ep 342•Transcript available on Metacast The Quarrymen have a better than usual gig, the Beatles appear twice on BBC, and George Harrison records a “Mysterioso” 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 7th of December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1957, the Quarrymen are live at the Wilson Hall. 1:20 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1:39 - In 1963, the Beatles app...
Dec 07, 2022•7 min•Ep 341•Transcript available on Metacast Brian Epstein trying to secure the Beatles’ signatures, a 1965 million seller, and the start of the work of Sgt Pepper’s 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:34 - In 1961, the Beatles meet Brian Epstein again. 1:53 - The Beatles play the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 2:07 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at the Club Django i...
Dec 06, 2022•7 min•Ep 340•Transcript available on Metacast Cavern Club engagements, the last Beatles concert in Liverpool, and John and Yoko busy at 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 5th of December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:30 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Cavern Club at lunchtime. 0:45 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Cavern again. 1:03 - In 1965, the Beatles perform in Liverpool for the last time. 1:46 ...
Dec 05, 2022•5 min•Ep 339•Transcript available on Metacast The Beatles' debut on London-area TVs, the release of Beatles For Sale, and George Harrison allowing the Hell's Angels to stay at Apple 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1962, the Beatles appear on ITV's Tuesday Rendezvous. 1:18 - In 1964, Beatles For Sale is released in UK. 2:33 - In 1965, the Beatles are l...
Dec 04, 2022•8 min•Ep 338•Transcript available on Metacast Brian Epstein talking business with the Beatles, the release of Rubber Soul, and the start of Ringo’s acting career 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:32 - In 1961, the Beatles meet with Brian Epstein. 1:12 - In 1962, the Beatles appear on ITV's Disc A Gogo. 1:48 - In 1963, the Beatles play the Guildhall in Portsmout...
Dec 03, 2022•8 min•Ep 337•Transcript available on Metacast The Beatles discovering theatrical makeup, George Harrison losing his County Gentleman, and John Lennon named Man Of The Decade 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 December. 0:00 - Introduction. 0:33 - In 1961, the Beatles perform their 30th evening at the Cavern Club. 0:49 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Embassy Cinema in Peterborough. 2:00 - In 196...
Dec 02, 2022•10 min•Ep 336•Transcript available on Metacast