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Artist: The Beatles

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The fab-four; Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr are widely regarded as the most influential band of all time. With a sound rooted in skiffle and 1950's rock n roll their eclectic pop tendencies lead them to explore classical music, rock and eastern music in innovative ways.
After Mozart no other musician has come up with as many unique melodies as Lennon and McCartney. They cut their teeth at a nightclub in Hamburg six nights a week from 1960-62 and even took Preludin to maintain their energy through all-night performances. As the worlds first supergroup they were knighted by the Queen of England and dominated the world of music.
From the chart-topping White Album and Abbey Road to the wildly innovative, eastern-inspired Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band, it contained a 40-piece orchestra and ranked at No.1 in the Rolling Stones '500 Greatest Albums Of All Time'.
Towards the end of The Beatles' relatively short career, the tensions that were the source of the band's creative output developed into chasms. After going their separate ways in 1970, the band's chief songwriters and George Harrison went onto to have successful solo careers, with the musical output of each differing wildly.
The world was shocked when John Lennon, aged only 40, was gunned down outside his New York apartment in 1980. His death caused an unprecedented outpouring of grief, which was indicative of his impact as a songwriter on the world. George Harrison died of cancer in 2001, leaving Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney as the only surviving members of The Beatles.
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Beards, wives and denim: Take a peek inside the Beatles’ last photo shoot ever and feel the tension

by Happy

Shot in August 1969, days after their last recording session together, take a look at the final photoshoot featuring all four of the Beatles. The…

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The 9 most drug-fuelled albums of all time

by David Burley

Music and narcotics have a long, complex history, but some of the greatest albums of all time were also the most drug-fuelled. As part of…

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New to Spitfire’s Originals series: the iconic Mrs Mills piano

by Daniel Croft

Continuing their work of recording all of Abbey Road, Spitfire Audio have released samples of the renowned Mrs Mills Piano. The Beatles discography is full…

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Music producer Phil Spector dies while serving life sentence for murder

by Jasmine Kassis

Former music producer and convicted murderer Phil Spector passed away from COVID-19 at 81 years old. The Wall of Sound creator Phil Spector was diagnosed…

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Mary McCartney is directing a documentary on Abbey Road Studios

by Phil Hanlon

In honour of the legendary studio’s 90th birthday, Mary McCartney is releasing a documentary on Abbey Road Studios stacked with behind-the-scenes footage and in-depth history….

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8 iconic tracks that showcase the melodica in all its glory

by Dave Stano

It might look like a toy, but as these tracks show us, the humble melodica has made a sizeable contribution to music around the world….

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Peter Jackson releases unseen footage from upcoming Beatles documentary

by Jasmine Kassis

Set for release in August 2021, Peter Jackson’s Get Back sifts through 55 hours of footage and 150 hours of recordings to deliver a rare look into…

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First journalist on the scene recounts the day of John Lennon’s death, 40 years on

by Phil Hanlon

As many around the world remember John Lennon on the 40th anniversary of his death, the first journalist on the scene recounts the tragic day…

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LISTEN: Billie Eilish – ‘Something’ (The Beatles cover)

by Jasmine Kassis

Billie Eilish has offered up a smooth cover of George Harrison’s 1969 Beatles song, Something, during a SiriusXM Alt Nation performance, along with acoustic versions…

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The charm of the chime: the colourful characters and history of the VOX AC30

by Samantha Hughes

One of the most widespread backline fixtures from the late 50s onwards, the VOX AC30 continues to rack up popularity points worldwide. Read on to…

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Paul McCartney, Elton John chat with John Lennon’s son ahead of 80th birthday anniversary

by Manning Patston

Over the weekend, BBC Radio 2 hosted a two-part programme titled John Lennon at 80, featuring interviews with Paul McCartney and Elton John. To commemorate…

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Fender is releasing a limited run of the George Harrison ‘Rocky’ Stratocaster

by Nick Mielczarek

The Fender Custom Shop has recreated the George Harrison ‘Rocky’ Stratocaster with incredible detail, and are releasing it in a limited run. Back in 1967,…

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Behold George Harrison’s psychedelic 1966 selfies from India

by Jacinta Rets

Using naught but lens, angle and exposure without effects, editing or adjusting, George Harrison’s 1966 selfies have a natural psychedelic feel. In 1966 George Harrison…

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