Today In The Beatles History

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Today The Beatles History:

1962
Dezo Hoffmann takes pictures during a pre-session rehearsal. First Hoffmann's Beatles publicity shots.

2:30-5:00pm. Ron Richards leads a rehearsal of six songs, including "How Do You Do It?", "Love Me Do", "Please Please Me".

5:30-7:00pm. Restaurant Alpino. Dinner of the Beatles with Neil Aspinall and George Martin
Studio 2. 7:00-10:00pm. Recording: "How Do You Do It?" (takes unknown); "Love Me Do" (takes 1-15+). Mono mixing: "How Do You Do It?" (from take 2); "Love Me Do" (from unknown take number). Producer: George Martin; Engineer: Norman Smith; 2nd Engineer: unknown.

First session for the first single. Remixes for cutting acetates.

1963
Concert at the Gaumont, Worcester.


"She Loves You" number 1, 1st week in the ranking (UK Record Retailer).


Please Please Me LP, 24th week in the Top 10 (UK Record Retailer).

1964
Concert at the Milwaukee Auditorium.

Eric Easton, Rolling Stones joint manager, denies reports that Brian Epstein is bidding to buy their management contract.

1965

Help! number 1, fourth week (UK Record Retailer).


"Help!" single number 1, 1st week; 4th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).


Help! LP number 61 (US Billboard).

1968
Twickenham Film Studios. Filming of clips for "Hey Jude" and "Revolution". Ringo returns to the Beatles.

David Frost records the introduction for the clip of "Hey Jude", to present it later on his program "Frost On Sunday".

1971

"Bangla Desh", 2nd week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).


"Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey" number 1, 3rd week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).
McCartney had a real Uncle Albert, who he said would quote the Bible when he got drunk.

1972
John and Yoko appear on Jerry Lewis' Muscular Dystrophy Telethon Show on US television.

1976

"Let 'Em In" number 3, 4th and last week, 8th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).

1977
In Los Angeles, Ringo gives an interview, promoting his new single "Wings", with DJ Dave Herman.

1979
Ringo grants another interview to DJ Dave Herman.

1980
Day Twenty-five of Double Fantasy sessions: Additional work on "Watching The Wheels".

At Cherokee Studios in Los Angeles, Ringo resumes recording session for Can't Fight Lightning.

1982

"Take It Away", 8th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

Abbey Road's Number Two studio presents "The Beatles At Abbey Road", 3 times a day.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

1985
In London, Meta Davis, Paul's inspiration for the song "Lovely Rita", retires from her duties.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

1988
At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

1989
Ringo and his All-Starr Band concert at the Greek Theater, Los Angeles, California ("North American Tour").

UK album release: Lethal Weapon 2 (Warner Bros. 925 985-1), featuring George's song "Cheer Down".

Paul and band hold rehearsals at the Elstree Film Studios in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.

At the BBC Television Theatre in London, Linda makes her first solo appearance on the show "Wogan". She promotes her cookery book while Paul watches backstage.

1990
In New York at the Lone Star Roadhouse during the annual Buddy Holly celebrations, Paul briefly joins the band on stage and performs "Oh Boy", "Rave On" and "Lucille". The event is captured by MTV.

1992
Ringo and his All-Starr band perform at Caesar's Palace, Las Vegas, Nevada ("Return To Ameria Tour").

1995
At Abbey Road Studios in London, recording of album Help!, for the benefit of the children of Bosnia, raising money for War Child, British organization working in Mostar, Bosnia. Paul records a version of "Come Together" with Paul Weller, Noel Gallagher and the Mojo Filters.

Paul's Westwood One radio series "Oobu Joobu" ends with a two-hour special.

1997
Photographic exhibition of Linda at the Museum of the City of San Francisco.

1998
At London's Gallert 27, John's erotic lithographs are displayed for the first time in about 30 years.

2008
Auction held in London included the Beatles' first management contract, signed in 1962 by all four members of the group and manager Brian Epstein, sold for £240,00.

Фотограф Dezo Hoffmann.
04.09.1962.
Джон.Фото перед записью первого хита Битлз "Love Me Do".

Фотограф Dezo Hoffmann.
04.09.1962
Пол.Перед записью Love Me Do.

Фотограф Dezo Hoffmann.
04.09.1962
Джордж.Перед записью Love Me Do.

Фотограф Dezo Hoffmann.
04.09.1962
Ринго.Перед записью Love Me Do.

04.09.2011 "Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey" возглавила американский хит-парад синглов Hot-100 Billboard.
Это был первый сольный успех Маккартни и случилось это ровно 40 лет назад!Всех с юбилеем!

Отличнейший сингл! С юбилеем - присоединяюсь!

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1961
Performance at the Cavern, with Remo Four, the Bluegenes, and Gerry and the Pacemakers.

1962
Brian listens to the first acetates of "Love Me Do", at George Martin's office at EMI House, Manchester Square, London.

1963
Concert at the Gaumont, Taunton.

"Bad To Me" by Billy J. Kramer And The Dakotas, number 1, third and last week (UK New Music Week).

1964

Press conference before their concert at the International Ampitheatre, 42nd Street/South Halstead Street, Chicago, Illinois.


A Hard Day's Night LP number 1, 10th week (UK Record Retailer).


A Hard Day's Night number 1, seventh week (US Billboard).


"A Hard Day's Night" single, 8th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).


"Aint She Sweet", 6th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).


"And I Love Her", 5th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).


"I'll Cry Instead", 4th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).

1966
Brian and John go to West Germany for the beginning of work on "How I Won The War".

1967
Studio 1. 7:00pm-1:00am. Recording: "I Am The Walrus" (takes 1-16). Producer: George Martin; Engineer: Geoff Emerick; 2nd Engineer: Ken Scott/Richard Lush.

Recording of rythm track of "I Am The Walrus". Proper first "Magical Mystery Tour" session.

1968
Studio 2. 7:00pm-3:45am. Recording: "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" (overdub onto take 16); "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" [re-re-make] (takes 17-44). Producer: not assigned; Engineer: Ken Scott; 2nd Engineer: John Smith.

Ringo returns to the studio. His drum kit is decorated with flowers.

1969
End of negotiations of Allen Klein and EMI Records.

1971
The London Art Spectrum screens the films "Cold Turkey", "The Ballad Of John And Yoko", "Give Peace A Chance", "Instant Karma" and "Up Your Legs".

1975

UK single release: "Letting Go"/"You Gave Me The Answer" (Capitol R 6008).


In the US, "Listen To What The Man Said" is awarded a gold disc by the RIAA.

1977
In New York, production continues for the film "The Rutles". The first scenes shot in July and August are being edited in London.

1979
In New York, John begins recording verbal memoirs of his life on a small portable recorder.

1980
Day Twenty-six of Double Fantasy sessions: Additional work on "I'm Losing You" and "Cleanup Time".

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

Abbey Road's Number Two studio presents "The Beatles At Abbey Road", 3 times a day.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

1986
At the Odeon in London, the Handmade Films premiere of "Mona Lisa".

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.


CD issue of The Beatles number 18 (UK Record Retailer).


CD issue of Yellow Submarine number 60 (UK Record Retailer).

1988
At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

In the UK, Paul helps launch BBC2's "DEF II - Animation Week". He introduces excerpts from "Oriental Nightfish", "Rupert And The Frog", "Seaside Woman" and "Once Upon A Long Ago". The Beatles' film "Yellow Submarine" is divided into three parts with Part One being transmitted this evening.

1992
Ringo and his All-Starr band perform two shows at Caesar's Palace, Las Vegas, Nevada ("Return To Ameria Tour").

Paul and Linda host a lavish 21st birthday party for Stella, similar as the party for Mary's 21st birthday. Linda dresses as Queen Elizabeth I and Paul as a highwayman.

1993
Paul performs in concert at Stadhalle, Vienna, Austria ("The New World Tour").

In the UK, the BBC2 series "Hollywood UK" screens excerpts from the 1964 program "Follow The Beatles", a documentary on the making of "A Hard Day's Night".

1997
Photographic exhibition of Linda at the Museum of the City of San Francisco.

Paul drops by to visit the ailing Derek Taylor at his Suffolk home.

1998
Ringo and his Fourth All-Starr Band in concert at the Wintershall '98 Rock Extravaganza, Kent ("1998 Summer Tour").

At London's Gallert 27, John's erotic lithographs are displayed for the first time in about 30 years.

2002
Heather Mills, Sir Paul McCartney's second wife accepted £50,000 libel damages over an article in the Sunday Mirror. The paper had suggested that Mills acted dishonestly over cash collected for an earthquake appeal.

2009
BBC Two airs the documentary "Beatlemania" and the programs "The Beatles on Record" and "The Beatles: The First US Visit".

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1961
Performance at the Cavern, with Sandon and the Searchers, and Ian and the Zodiacs.

1962
Performance at the Riverpark Ballroom, Chester.

The "Mersey Beat" publishes the article "On Safari With Whide Hunter", written by John, under the pseudonym Beatcomber.

EP release: "The Beatles' Hits" (Parlophone GEP 8880).

Concert at the Odeon, Luton.

"The Beatles Christmas Show" is announced.

Brian signs his first girl singer, Cilla Black. At his home, 380 Scotland Road, Liverpool, her father is convinced by Brian of the convenience of her changing her artistic surname to "Black".

1964
Concert at the Olympia Stadium, Detroit.

1965
Brian announces he has signed the Moody Blues to a management and agency contract with NEMS Enterprises.

US release of orchestral Help! LP, by George Martin.

Duke of York's Theatre, London. Paul sees the play "The Killing Of Sister George".

1967
Studio 2. 7:00pm-3:00am. Recording: "I Am The Walrus" (tape reduction take 16 into take 17, overdub onto take 17). Mono mixing: "I Am The Walrus" (remixes 1-4, from take 17). Recording: "The Fool On The Hill" (take 1); "Blue Jay Way" (take 1). Producer: George Martin; Engineer: Geoff Emerick; 2nd Engineer: Ken Scott.

Remix of "I Am The Walrus" for cutting acetates. Recording of "The Fool On The Hill" demos (only Paul and his piano), and rythm track of "Blue Jay Way".

1968
UK single releases: "Sour Milk Sea"/"The Eagle Laughs At You" (Apple 3).

Studio 2. 7:00pm-2:00am. Recording: "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" (overdub onto take 25). Producer: not assigned; Engineer: Ken Scott; 2nd Engineer: John Smith.

Recording of Eric Clapton's guitar solo for "While My Guitar Gently Weeps". First session of Chris Thomas as producer, due to Martin's vacations.

1974
In London, George holds a press conference to announce the launching of his own record label Dark Horse.

1975
On Stage 5 at the Elstree Film Studios in Hertfordshire, Paul and Wings perform a special concert for 1,200 EMI employees, tour associates and 100 members of the Wings fan club. Also present for this event are Ringo, Victor Spinetti, Twiggy, Elton John, Harry Nilsson, Richard Chamberlain, Dave Mason, Long John Baldry and the group Queen.

"Melody Maker" publishes an article on George, entitled "George Bounces Back". The article promotes his latest album Extra Texture (Read All About It).

On BBC Radio One's program "Rockweek", George discusses his new album track by track.

1978
In London, Paul and Linda host the third annual Buddy Holly Week. A midnight screening of "The Buddy Holly Story", starring Gary Busey, is shown at the Odeon Theatre. Keith Moon leaves before the end of the movie to return to the Mayfair flat he was sharing with Harry Nilsson. The next morning he is found dead in his bed. Some articles of clothing belonging to Ringo are found in the flat.

1980
Day Twenty-seven of Double Fantasy sessions: Yoko records vocals for her track "Every Man Has A Woman Who Loves Him".

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

Abbey Road's Number Two studio presents "The Beatles At Abbey Road", 3 times a day.

In London, Paul and Linda host their annual Buddy Holly Week extravaganza.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

1985
In the Bahamas, the final steps are made to make Michael Jackson the owner of ATV Music, which includes the bulk of Northern Songs.

In the UK, MCA Records re-release the box set of Buddy Holly singles, to coincide with the annual Buddy Holly Week celebration.

1986
"Twist and Shout", 2nd week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

1988
The Beatles' film "Yellow Submarine", divided into three parts, airs Part Two this evening.

At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

In the US, NBC TV's program "Today" airs Part One of an interview with Albert Goldman, author of "The Lives Of John Lennon".

1991
In London, the High Court case between EMI and Apple resumes. EMI makes an appeal to release the compilation albums The Beatles 1962-1966 and The Beatles 1967-1970 as a box set, which does not require Apple's approval under the terms of their 1989 agreement. The judge rules in favor of Apple and blocking EMI's attempts to release the box sets.

1992
Ringo and his All-Starr band perform at Caesar's Palace, Las Vegas, Nevada ("Return To Ameria Tour").

1993
Paul performs in concert at Stadhalle, Vienna, Austria ("The New World Tour").

1994
US album release: Old Wave (The Right Stuff T2-29675).

1995
In London, Klaus Voorman sets up shop at Apple's Ovington Square offices to begin work on the cover for Beatles Anthology.

1997
Photographic exhibition of Linda at the Museum of the City of San Francisco.

1998
The "Sunday Mail" publishes the results of the poll of "The All Time Top 1,000 Albums". The Beatles hold four of the top five positions. Number 1 is Revolver, number 2 is Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, number 3 is The Beatles and at number 5 is Abbey Road. Sitting at number 20 is Rubber Soul.

2009
BBC Four airs the programs "How The Beatles Rocked the Kremlin" and "The Beatles on Record".

6 cентября 1968 года
Eric Clapton записывает партию соло-гитары для песни Джорджа Харрисона "While My Guitar Gently Weeps"
(Фото Джона и Эрика после представления "Rock-n-Roll Circus" 1968 года).Первая сессия звукозаписи,где продюссер -Chris Thomas(George Martin в отпуске).

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Performance at the Cavern. No other acts.

1963

Please Please Me LP number 1, 18th week (UK Record Retailer).

Concert at the Fairfield Halls, Croydon, Surrey.

Broadcast of ABC-TV's "Big Night Out", with performance recorded September 1, 1963.

The Playhouse Theatre, London. 1:00-4:00pm. Recording for BBC's "Saturday Club": "I Saw Her Standing There"; "Memphis, Tennessee"; "Happy Birthday Saturday Club"; "I'll Get You"; "She Loves You"; "Lucille".

Recording for the 5th anniversary edition of "Saturday Club".

1964
Concert at the Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto.

US album release: The Big Hits From England And The USA (Capitol DT 2125). This is the second compilation album to feature Beatles songs.

1965
Brian attends an evening at the Finchley Jewish Youth Club, presenting various cups and trophies.

1966

"Eleanor Rigby", 5th week in the Top 10 (UK Record Retailer).
"Yellow Submarine", 5th week in the Top 10 (UK Record Retailer).

1967
Studio 2. 7:00pm-3:15am. Recording: "Blue Jay Way" (tape reduction take 1 into take 2, overdub onto take 2, tape reduction take 2 into take 3, overdub onto take 3). Producer: George Martin; Engineer: Peter Vince; 2nd Engineer: Ken Scott.

1968

"Hey Jude", 2nd week in the Top 30 (US Billboard).

1974
"Melody Maker" publishes a three-page article entitled "Do We Still Need The Beatles?"

1975
Paul and Linda attend Dave Mason's concert at the Hammersmith Odeon in London.

1976
George is found guilty of unconscious plagiarism of "He's So Fine" on "My Sweet Lord", and given a fine of $587,000 for damages.

Having owned the song publishing right of Buddy Holly for five years, Paul organizes the first Buddy Holly Week, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Holly's birth.

1980
Day Twenty-eight of Double Fantasy sessions: Additional work on "(Just Like) Starting Over" and "Give Me Something".

Paul makes preparations for the annual Buddy Holly Week celebration.

1982
Dressed in genuine fifties attire, Paul and Linda kick off the annual Buddy Holly Week at Londond's Lycreum.

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

Abbey Road's Number Two studio presents "The Beatles At Abbey Road", 3 times a day.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

1985
Ringo becomes the first Beatle to be a grandfather. Ringo's daughter-in-law Sarah, wife to Ringo and Maureen's son Zak, gives birth to Tatia Jayne Starkey.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

Paul and Linda visit the annual EMI Records sales conference in Brighton. He reveals the tracks to be on his upcoming greatest hits album.

1988
In the US, NBC TV's program "Today" airs Part Two of an interview with Albert Goldman, author of "The Lives Of John Lennon".

At Stefano's restaurant in London, Paul joins the Crickets on stage to start the annual Buddy Holly Week celebration. Camera crews from TV AM and NBC TV's "Today" capture the event.

1989
Paul, Linda and band take a break from rehearsals to attend the Buddy Holly Week luncheon, held at the Talk Of The Town in Parker Street, near Holborn, London.

1993
At Abbey Road Studios in London, Ringo records a guest appearance for the ITV special "Cilla - A Celebration".

1995
UK album release: Help!, charity album to raise money for War Child, British organization working in Mostar, Bosnia.

At Sotheby's auction in London, the latest auction is entitled "The Cynthia Lennon Collection - Part 2".

1996
In the UK, the ITV network program "Chart Show" airs a color version of the Beatles promo film for the song "Paperback Writer". Apple releases the clip to promote the forthcoming Anthology video box set.

1997
Derek Taylor dies at his home in Suffolk, England, of cancer of the esophagus.

Photographic exhibition of Linda at the Museum of the City of San Francisco.

1998
Ringo and His All-Starr Band perform on the annual "Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Telethon".

2009
BBC Four airs an encore performance of the program "How The Beatles Rocked the Kremlin".

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1962
Performance at the Majestic Ballroom, Birkenhead.

1963
Concert at the ABC Theatre, Blackpool.

1964
Concert at the Forum, Montreal.

Evening: Tele-recording of the final of the Rediffusion Television's "Ready Steady Win!" contest. On the panel are Bill Haley, Brian Matthew and Georgia Brown. Brian is the chairman of the panel.

1965

"Help!" single, 7th week in the Top 10 (UK Record Retailer).


Help! LP number 1, 5th week (UK Record Retailer).

1966

"Yellow Submarine"/"Eleanor Rigby" number 1, fourth and last week (UK Record Retailer).

1967
Studio 3. 7:00pm-2:45am. Recording: "Aerial Tour Instrumental" (working title of "Flying") (takes 1-6, tape reduction take 6 into takes 7, 8, overdub onto take 8). Mono mixing: "Aerial Tour Instrumental" (working title of "Flying") (remixes 1-4, from take 8). Producer: George Martin; Engineer: Geoff Emerick; 2nd Engineer: Richard Lush.

1st Beatles instrumental theme released for EMI. 1st theme credited to all Beatles. Last session of uninterrupted work of Geoff Emerick as Beatles' balance engineer.

An official report states that Brian's death was accidental, due to accumulation of bromide contained in a drug known as Carbitral.

1968
Performance on the David Frost TV show, "Frost On Sunday", singing "Hey Jude" (filmed September 4, 1968).

1969
Start of Ringo's stay for observation at the Middlesex Hospital, London.

1971
John and Yoko appear on ABC TV's program "The Dick Cavett Show". A clip from this show is included in the Tom Hanks film "Forrest Gump".

1973

"Live And Let Die", 8th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).

1974

Band On The Run number 1, seventh and last week (UK New Music Week).

Final date for John to leave the US, as ordered by the US Immigration Service.

1976
Capitol Radio in London broadcasts the Beatles' version of "Love Of The Loved", from their Decca Records audition on January 1, 1962. This is the very first time the Beatles' version is aired on any radio station in the world.

1977
Jimmy McCulloch leaves Wings to join Small Faces, whose tour begins in four days.

1980
Day Twenty-nine of Double Fantasy sessions: Overdubbing work on "Woman".

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

Abbey Road's Number Two studio presents "The Beatles At Abbey Road", 3 times a day.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

In the US, MTV airs the MPL documentary "The Music Lives On". Also included is Paul's September 14, 1979 performance of "It's So Easy" and "Bo Diddley" from the Hammersmith Odeon in London. The show is also aired on Channel Four/ITV network in the UK. It coincides with the begining of the annual Budddy Holly Week celebration.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

1988
The Beatles' film "Yellow Submarine", divided into three parts, airs Part Three this evening.

At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

In the US, yesterday's interview with Paul at the Buddy Holly luncheon in London is aired on the NBC TV program "Today". Paul gives his ideas about Albert Goldman's book on John.

Also aired is a segment with George Martin, live via satelitte from London. He also dismisses Goldman's book as "the book has grave inaccuracies about himself."

In the UK, John's sister Julia Baird appears on TV AM to promote her book "John Lennon: My Brother".

1995
Klaus Voorman, at Apple's Ovington Square offices in London, finishes work on the cover for Beatles Anthology.

1997
Photographic exhibition of Linda at the Museum of the City of San Francisco.

Rykodisc releases the first batch of Yoko's albums on CD: Seasons Of Glass (Ryko RCD10421), It's Alright (I See Rainbows) (Ryko RCD10422) and Starpeace (Ryko RCD10423).

1999
A Eurostar cross-Channel train custom-designed with artwork from the Beatles' "Yellow Submarine" album left London's Waterloo Station at 11:57 a.m. GMT for Paris to promote the September 14 release of the album.

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1946
Billy Preston is born in Houston, Texas.

1962
Performance at the Cavern, with Billy Kramer and the Coasters, and Clinton Ford.

1964

"A Hard Day's Night" single, 9th week in the Top 30 (UK Record Retailer).

1965
Broadcasting of a performance recorded for the Ed Sullivan Show.

1966

"Yellow Submarine"/"Eleanor Rigby", number 1 (UK BMRB chart).

1967

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band number 1, 11th week (US Billboard).
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band number 1, 14th week (UK Record Retailer).


"All You Need Is Love", 7th week in the Top 40 (US Billboard).

1968
Studio 2. 7:00pm-2:30am. Recording: "Helter Skelter" [re-make] (takes 4-21). Producer: Chris Thomas; Engineer: Ken Scott; 2nd Engineer: John Smith.

Released version. A session with out-of-control Beatles.

1971

US album release: Imagine (Apple SW 3379).

1972
The "Evening Standard" publishes an interview with Ringo, conducted by Ray Connolly.

1974
At Abbey Road Studios, a 6-track acetate is made in preparation for a proposed "Wings Live In The Studio" EP. It is not released.

1975
Wings perform in concert at the Gaumont, Southampton. Start of 13-month Wings world tour.

1980
Day Thirty of Double Fantasy sessions: Recording "Dear Yoko" and "Every Man Has A Woman Who Loves Him". Final day of recordings.

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

Abbey Road's Number Two studio presents "The Beatles At Abbey Road", 3 times a day.

"The Sun" reports that George is buying a greenhouse worth £50,000. It was originally built in 1902.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

In New York, Yoko and Sean attend the US Open finals.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

During the annual Buddy Holly Week, at the Dolphin Brasserie in London, Paul joins an impromptu jam session with Alvin Stardust, Mike Green and DJ Tony Prince. They perform the songs "What'd I Say", "Mean Woman Blues" and "Twenty Flight Rock".

1988
At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

1992
At the annual Buddy Holly Week celebration, Paul performs a medley of Buddy Holly tunes. Joining Paul are Big Jim Sullivan, Willie Austin, Malcolm Mortimer and Andy Crossheart, with Gary Glitter sharing vocals with Paul. Later that afternoon, Paul performs again. This time with the Crickets, Gary Glitter, Leo Sayer, Allan Clarke, Mike Green, Henry Spinetti and Blair Cunningham. Linda, Chrissie Hynde, Hamish Stuart and DJ Tony Prince supply backing vocals.

1993
Paul performs in concert at Olympiahalle, Munich, Germany ("The New World Tour").

At Abbey Road Studio Two, a press conference is held for the launch of The Beatles 1962-1966 and The Beatles 1967-1970 albums on CD.

1996
John Lennon's handwritten lyrics to "Lucy In the Sky With Diamonds" sold for $48,300 at a San Francisco auction.

1997
Photographic exhibition of Linda at the Museum of the City of San Francisco.

1998
At the end of the annual Buddy Holly Week, a National Rock 'N' Roll Dance Championship concert is held at The Empire in London.

1999
In San Francisco, the remastered version of the Beatles' film "Yellow Submarine" premieres at the Castro Theater.

2005
Liverpool City Council confirmed it was to demolish Ringo Starr's birthplace because it had "no historical significance." The house in Dingle, was one of 460 properties to be demolished for a regeneration project. The council said Madryn Street had no significance because Ringo had spent only three months of his life there.

2009
The Beatles' UK albums are remastered and released in stereo and mono boxed sets. Also released is Rock Band: The Beatles game, featuring 45 Beatles songs.

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1939
Cynthia Powell is born in Blackpool.

1950
Brian starts working at his family furniture store, I. Epstein & Sons, Walton Road, Liverpool.

1962
Performance at the Queen's Hall, Widnes, along with Rory Storm and the Hurricanes, Geoff Stacey and the Wanderers.

1963
Savoy Hotel. Luncheon hosted by the Variety Club Of Great Britain. The Beatles are awarded "Best Vocal Disc Of The Year" ("From Me To You"), as voted by readers of "Melody Maker".

After the luncheon, the Beatles, Billy J. Kramer and Susan Maughan pose for photographers in Victoria Embankment Gardens, behind the Savoy.

Early afternoon. John and Paul go by taxi from the Savoy Hotel to their apartment (57 Green Street). While riding down Jermyn Street, they see Andrew Oldham, who invites them to see the Rolling Stones.

Afternoon. The Rolling Stones rehearse at the Ken Colyer Club. John, Paul and Andrew Oldham attend. John and Paul offer "I Wanna Be Your Man" to them.

The "Daily Mirror" publishes the first long interview with the Beatles.

5:00-5:29pm. BBC's "Pop Go The Beatles" broadcast (recorded September 3, 1963, 2:00-4:30pm).

1965
It is reported that Brian is handling negotiations for the British screenings of "The Beatles", US television cartoon series.

1966

"Yellow Submarine", 5th week in the Top 30 (US Billboard).


Yesterday... And Today, 12th week in the Top 30 (US Billboard).


Revolver number 1, fifth week (UK Record Retailer).


Revolver number 1 (US Billboard).

1968
Studio 2. 7:00pm-3:00am. Recording: "Helter Skelter" (overdub onto take 21). Producer: Chris Thomas; Engineer: Ken Scott; 2nd Engineer: John Smith.

1969
Two films produced by John and Yoko are exhibited at the Institute of Contemporary Arts, London: "Rape" and "Self-Portrait".

During the evening (7:00pm-about 12:00pm), two people sit on stage shrouded in a white bag.

1971
At their St. Regis Hotel room, John and Yoko begin recording the soundtrack to their unreleased film "Clock".

1973
In England, by orders from John via the phone, estate agents put his Tittenhurst Park mansion up for sale.

1975
Wings perform in concert at the Hippodrome, Bristol ("Wings World Tour").

1980
Day Thirty-one of Double Fantasy sessions: Vocal overdubs on Yoko's tracks with a black teenage chior. End of sessions.

John agrees to an interview with David Sheff for "Playboy".

1982
UK album release: The Complete Silver Beatles (Audiofidelity Enterprises AFELP 1047).

In New York, a Manhattan woman files suit against Yoko for over $1,000,000. The woman claims her child's arm was broke during a dispute on the front lawn of the Lennon's property.

1983
Part 15 of "Ringo's Yellow Submarine" series on the ABC Radio Network.

New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

Abbey Road's Number Two studio presents "The Beatles At Abbey Road", 3 times a day.

The 20th anniversary issue of "She Loves You" number 45 (UK Record Retailer).

In the US, MTV broadcasts the 1979 Concert For Kampuchea, featuring Wings.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

1988
At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

1990
In the UK, the home videos of "Thomas The Tank Engine And Friends" are released as part of the "Watch & Play" children's series.

1992
In the US, Ringo appears in a comedy sketch during the annual "MTV Music Video Awards Show".

1995
In the UK, the documentary on the making of the Help! charity album is transmitted on Channel 4.

1996
Music journalist Ray Coleman dies of cancer. Coleman had worked with the Beatles and the Rolling Stones and had been the editor of the UK music weekly Melody Maker throughout the heyday of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, into the era of Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin.

1998
In London, VH-1 Europe hosts a press conference for the upcoming 20-part sreies "Ed Sullivan Rock 'n' Roll Classics".

1999
Paul McCartney made headline news after being seen at a New York City party minus one of his front teeth after a crown broke off when he was eating. He'd lost the tooth in a motorcycle accident in 1967.

2005
"A Day In The Life" from Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band was voted the best British song of all time by music experts. The survey by Q magazine called the track "the ultimate sonic rendition of what it means to be British". "Help!" came in at #12.

2009
BBC Four airs the program "The Beatles: The First US Visit" and the documentary "Filming The Beatles' First US Visit: Albert Maysles".

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1961
Lunchtime performance at the Cavern Club.

1962
Studio 2. 10:00am-1:00pm. Recording: "P.S. I Love You" (takes 1-10); "Love Me Do" [re-make] (takes 1-18); "Please Please Me" (takes unknown). Mono mixing: "P.S. I Love You" (from take 10); "Love Me Do" (from take 18). Producer: Ron Richards; Engineer: Norman Smith; 2nd Engineer: unknown.

End of sessions for the first single. Andy White on drums.

1963
Studio 2. 2:30-6:00pm. Recording: "I Wanna Be Your Man" (take 1); "Little Child" (takes 1-2); "All I've Got To Do" (takes 1-15).

Studio 2. 7:00-10:15pm. Recording: "Not A Second Time" (takes 1-9); "Don't Bother Me" (takes 1-7). Producer: George Martin; Engineer: Norman Smith; 2nd Engineer: Richard Langham.


"She Loves You" number 1, 2nd week (UK Record Retailer).


Please Please Me LP, 25th week in the Top 10 (UK Record Retailer).

1964

Concert at the Gator Bowl, Jacksonville, Florida, USA.

In Jacksonville, the Beatles demand that the audience would not be color segregated, as authorities intended.

UK single release: "One Way Love", 1st single of Cliff Bennett and the Rebel Rousers since Brian became their manager.

UK single release: "I Don't Want To See You Again"/"I Would Buy You Presents" (Columbia DB 7356), by Peter and Gordon.

Harrisongs is incorporated.

1965

"Help!" single number 1, 2nd week (US Billboard).


Help! LP number 1 (US Billboard).


Help! number 1, fifth week (UK Record Retailer).

1967

First day of filming for Magical Mystery Tour around London, Hampshire, and Devon. 10.45am. The "Magical Mystery Tour" bus leaves from Allsop Place, London. Start of the Magical Mystery Tour. The bus visits Somerset, Cornualles; Devon; West Mailing Airport, Kent.

Day of the eventual end of Brian's stay at the Waldorf Towers, New York, during his planned trip to North America. (The alternative was September 12.)


"All You Need Is Love", number 1 (US Billboard).

US Gold certification for "All You Need Is Love"/"Baby You're A Rich Man".

1968

"Hey Jude", number 1 (UK Record Retailer).

Studio 2. 7:00pm-3:30am. Recording: "Glass Onion" (takes 1-34). Producer: Chris Thomas; Engineer: Ken Scott; 2nd Engineer: John Smith.

1969
Studio 3 (control room only). 2:30-5:30pm. Stereo mixing: "What's The New Mary Jane" (remixes 1-3, from take 4). Tape copying: "What's The New Mary Jane" (of stereo remixes 1-3). Producer: Malcolm Davies; Engineer: Tony Clark; 2nd Engineer: Chris Blair.

Copies of "What's The New Mary Jane" for John, to refresh his memory, in order to release it as a POB single.

End of Ringo's stay for observation at the Middlesex Hospital, London.

1971

"Bangla Desh" number 10 (UK Record Retailer).


"Bangla Desh" number 23 (US Billboard).

1975
Wings perform in concert at the Cardiff Capital ("Wings World Tour").

1978
At Lympne Castle in Kent, recording sessions resume for Back To The Egg.

1980
At his Dakota apartment, John's interview with "Playboy" continues.

In London, Capitol Radio broadcasts a Beatles special featuring several of their biggest recordings on the program "Making Waves".

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

Studio 2. End of the show "The Beatles at Abbey Road", 3 times in the day, while the upstairs control room is being equipped with a new recording console.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

1985
In London, Paul and Linda host a luncheon for Buddy Holly Week.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

1988
At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

In London, Linda tapes her final scenes for "Bread", before a studio audience.

In the US, a feature on John is aired on the show "Entertainment Tonight".

1992
In the US, George is featured on the ABC program "In Concert '92". His December 1991 concert in Japan is highlighted with the live tracks of "Taxman" and "Pigges".

1993
Paul performs in concert at Earl's Court, London ("The New World Tour"). [Extra date added to tour]

During the afternoon sound check, three acoustic tracks are transmitted on Johnny Walker's BBC Radio One program.

1995
Brian Eno's War Child charity album Help! (PolyGram/Go! Discs PY 900) is released.

Capitol Records issue a press release stating that a new Beatles single will be released soon, first new song in 25 years.

1998
Yoko releases a press statement announcing her feelings on the upcoming CD box set of John Lennon Anthology.

2001
Paul McCartney and Heather Mills are at JFK Airport when the terrorist attack of the World Trade Center towers happens. Paul begins to think of something to do for the people of New York and for America. From this tragedy, he wrote "Freedom".

2009
BBC Four airs the program "The Beatles on Record".

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1959
The Quarry Men perform at the Casbah Coffee Club.

1962
Evening performance at the Cavern Club.

1963

"She Loves You" number 1 (UK Record Retailer).

Studio 2. 2:30-6:30pm. Recording: Messages To Australia (takes 1-4); "Hold Me Tight" [re-make] (takes 20-29).

Studio 2. 7:00-11:30pm. Recording: "Don't Bother Me" [re-make] (takes 10-19); "Little Child" (takes 3-18); "I Wanna Be Your Man" (takes 2-7). Producer: George Martin; Engineer: Norman Smith; 2nd Engineer: Richard Langham.

1964

A Hard Day's Night LP number 1, 11th week (UK Record Retailer).


A Hard Day's Night number 1, eighth week (US Billboard).

Concert at the Boston Garden, Boston.

1965
Broadcast of a performance for the Ed Sullivan Show, recorded August 15, 1965.

1966

US Gold certification for "Yellow Submarine"/"Eleanor Rigby".

1967

Second day of filming for Magical Mystery Tour around Widecombe, Plymouth, Liskeard, Bodmin, and Newquay. On their journey north, the "Magical Mystery Tour" convoy causes traffic jams. John rips off the posters from the sides of the bus.

Date for the end of Brian's stay at the Waldorf Towers, New York, during his planned trip to North America (alternative day: September 11).

1968
Studio 2. 8:30pm-1:30am. Recording: "Glass Onion" (overdub onto take 33). Producer: Chris Thomas; Engineer: Ken Scott; 2nd Engineer: John Smith.

1969
John accepts to participate in the Toronto Peace Festival.

1972
The "Daily Mirror" publishes an article on the making of Ringo's latest film "Count Downe".

1975
Wings perform in concert at the Manchester Free Trade Hall ("Wings World Tour").


UK single release: "You"/"World Of Stone" (Apple R 6007).

1977
James Louis McCartney is born at the Avenue Clinic in St. John's Wood, London.

1980
Third day of John's interview with "Playboy".

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

On the BBC1 program "Film '83", George gives an interview on his new Handmade film "Bullshot". It is George's first UK TV appearance since February 1979.

In the UK, Linda's book "Photographs" is released in paperback by Pavilion Books.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

1985
In England, BBC2 broadcasts a short extract of the Quarry Men's acetate recording of "That'll Be The Day" on the MPL/BBC TV co-production "Arena" special "Buddy Holly".

1986
For the first time in ten years, BBC1 airs the 1967 film "How I Won The War".

BBC2 broadcasts the photography program "Landscapes". Linda McCartney makes an appearance on the show.

In London, Ringo and Barbara attend a "Bond Girls" fashion show at the Savoy Hotel.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

1988
At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

In the US, CBS TV's show "Entertainment Tonight" features Part One on the "Imagine" film and book.

1995
ITV and Laser, throw a Beatles-theme party to launch "The Beatles Anthology" series.

1997
In London, the private funeral of Derek Taylor is held. George is the only Beatle to attend.

1998
In the UK, the "Daily Mail" publishes the results of the "Top Ten Voices" poll. John comes in at number four and Paul is number 13.

2009
BBC Four again airs the program "How The Beatles Rocked the Kremlin".

Фото Пола в перерыве съёмок фильма Magical Mystery Tour,который снимался в сентябре 67-го(12 сентября был второй день съёмок).

Пол в перерыве изучает прессу.

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1961
Performance at the Cavern, with The Remo Four, and the Pressman.

1963
Concert at the Public Hall, Preston.

1964
Concert at the Civic Center, Baltimore.

NEMS Enterprises Limited buys a controlling stake in the "Mersey Beat".

1965

8:00am. Maureen gives birth to her and Ringo's first child, 8 pound son Zak, at Queen Charlotte's Maternity Hospital, Hammersmith, London. Ringo names him with a name from a western film that he likes because it can't be shortened like his own name.


US single release: "Yesterday"/"Act Naturally" (Capitol 5498).

1966
"Star Scene '66", Brian's promotion tour, is cancelled.

The "Melody Maker" editor signs the certificate of the Beatles as winners in the 1966 poll in British and International Sections of the magazine.

1967



Third day of filming for Magical Mystery Tour around Watergate Bay, Holywell, and Porth.

The Beatles formed an electronics company called Fiftyshapes, Ltd. appointing John Alexis Mardas (Magic Alex) to be the company's director.

1968
Studio 2. 8:00pm-1:45am. Recording: "Glass Onion" (overdub onto take 33). Producer: Chris Thomas; Engineer: Ken Scott; 2nd Engineer: John Smith.


US Gold certification for "Hey Jude"/"Revolution".


The Beatles appear on cover of magazine "Life", under the headline: "The Days In The Lives Of The Beatles".

1969
Trip of the Plastic Ono Band to Toronto.

Rock and Roll Festival at the Varsity Stadium, Toronto. Filmed.

1970

Ringo and Maureen hold a party at home for son Zak's 5th birthday.

1971
Stella Nina McCartney is born at the King's College Hospital, London.

In London, a new range of Ringo O'Robin designs are unveiled, including a stainless steel dining table for £45, a Cylinder of Sound, eqiupped with stereo, for £2,000, a fireplace design for £350 and two Rolls Royce radiators used as legs for a stainless steel table top for £1,200.

1974
In the US, Screen-Gems prepares a commerical for Harry Nilsson's new album Pussycats, featurings stills of Nilsson, Ringo, Keith Moon and others.

UK single release: "I Am Missing You"/"Lust" (A&M AMS 7133), by Ravi Shankar & Friends, produced by George.

UK single release: "Costafine Town"/"Elly-May" (A&M AMS 7135), by Splinter, produced by George.

1975
Wings perform in concert at the Hippodrome, Birmingham ("Wings World Tour").

The UK music newspaper "Record Mirror & Disc" publishes an interview with Paul.

1979
Once again George flies to New York to handle more legal matters.

1980
John's "Playboy" interview continues.

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

In London, the play "John, Paul, George, Ringo" opens at the Young Vic Theatre.

In the US, rumors abound that George paid $3,000 for a specially designed toilet for his Hawaiian home. The rumor is proved false.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.


US album release: Every Man Has A Woman (Polydor 823 490-1 Y-1).

1986

"Press" number 21 (US Billboard).

Ringo throws a 21st birthday party for Zak on the grounds of his Tittenhurst Park mansion in Ascot.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

In the US, HBO (Home Box Office) airs the "1987 Prince's Trust Concert", featuring George and Ringo.

1988
In the US, CBS TV's show "Entertainment Tonight" features Part Two on the "Imagine" film and book.

At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

1991
In London, at the "Orangery" in Holland Park, Paul and Linda hold a lunch party to celebrate the annual "Buddy Holly Week". It's held at the exact same venue as the very first Buddy Holly party back in 1976.

1998
On VH-1 Europe, Julian appears in a pre-recorded interview on the program "Talk Music".

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1961
Performance at the Litherland Town Hall, Liverpool.

John Lennon's new column "Around and About" began appearing in "Mersey Beat", under the pseudonym "Beatcomber".

1963

Please Please Me LP number 1, 19th week (UK Record Retailer).

Marriage of Clive John Epstein and Barbara Mattison, at the Greenbank Drive Synagogue, Liverpool. Brian is best man.

Concert at the Memorial Hall, Nantwich.

1964

US release of interview album Hear The Beatles Tell All (VeeJay PRO 202). Jim Steck interviews John Lennon; Dave Hull interviews all of The Beatles.

Concert at the Civic Arena, Pittsburgh.

Brian returns to the US, to attend the end of the Beatles' tour.

It is announced that Brian will soon record his first LP, with readings from "A Cellarful Of Noise".

The press informs that a Beatles record and some other contemporary objects currently in fashion will be buried under the New York Universal Exposition for future civilizations.

1966
George and Pattie fly to India, on vacation.


"Eleanor Rigby", 6th week in the Top 10 (UK Record Retailer).
"Yellow Submarine", 6th week in the Top 10 (UK Record Retailer).

1967
Filming continues for the Beatles "Magical Mystery Tour" in South West England.

1968

"Hey Jude", 3rd week in the Top 30 (US Billboard).


"Hey Jude" number 1 (UK Record Retailer).

Tony Palmer produces the TV program "All My Loving" for the BBC, with interviews and performances of the Beatles.

1970
In Las Vegas, Vice President Spiro Agnew publicly attacks the Beatles for drug references in their songs.

The Beatles' film "Let It Be" is released in Sweden.

1974
"Melody Maker" publishes an interview with John Lennon during the recording sessions for Walls And Bridges.

The first "Beatlefest '74" opens in New York at the Commodore Hotel. Mark Lapidos masterminds the two-day event and receives the blessing of the BBC TV and Apple. For the auction, John and Paul send guitars, George sends a table and Ringo supplies some autographed drumsticks.

1979
Performance at the Hammersmith Odeon of Paul, Wings, Crickets (Jerry Allison, Joe B. Mauldin, Sonny Curtis), Albert Lee, Bob Montgomery, Rick Gretch, Don Everly, in London, as part of the grand finale for the fourth annual Buddy Holly Week. The event is captured on videotape by MPL Communications.

1983
New York's Museum of Broadcasting showcase Beatles achieve clips documentary "The Beatles Early Days" and several other films from the museum's personal collection, including the "Ed Sullivan Show" appearances and excerpts from their Washington, D.C. concert on February 11, 1964.

1984
The "Art Of The Beatles" Exhibition, portraying 30 years of the group in the form of cartoons, paintings, photographs, album covers, lithographs and sculptures, continues.

1985
Paul and Linda attend the annual Buddy Holly Week festivities.

1987
The "Beatle City" exhibition runs at the West End marketplace in Dallas, Texas.

1988
In the US, CBS TV's show "Entertainment Tonight" features Part Three on the "Imagine" film and book.

At the NFT (National Film Theatre) in London, a celebration honoring Handmade Films. All of Handmade films are shown from "Monty Python's Meaning Of Life" to the current release, "Track 29".

In the US, Westwood One Radio broadcasts the special program "Westwood One Special Repot: Yoko's Response". Hosted by Elliot Mintz, Yoko speaks out about Albert Goldman's book "The Lives Of John Lennon". Also included is an exclusive interview with Yoko, from her Dakota apartment.

1991
In Los Angeles, Ringo records the song "You Never Know", which will be heard during the closing credits of the film "Curly Sue".

1993
Paul performs in concert at Earl's Court, London ("The New World Tour").


US album release: Ringo Starr And His All-Starr Band Volume 2: Live From Montreaux (Rykodisc RCD 20264).

1995
In London, the Sotheby's auction sets a record when Paul's handwritten lyrics to "Getting Better" sells for £161,000.

1996
In the UK, the ITV network program "Chart Show" airs a color version of the Beatles promo film for the song "Rain". Apple releases the clip to promote the forthcoming Anthology video box set.

1997
Paul and Linda send a bouquet of flowers to mark the unveiling of the English Heritage Blue Plaque in honor of Jimi Hendrix, at his former house in London.

1999
At Sotheby's rock 'n' roll auction in London puts on the auction block several unpublished
photos from the "Get Back/Let It Be" sessions.


The worldwide release of the newly remastered album Yellow Submarine (UK Apple 5214811 on LP and Apple 5214812 on CD) (US Capitol/EMI 21481).