Ken Womack

Ken Womack is an internationally renowned Beatles authority regarding the band’s enduring artistic influence. He is the author or editor of more than 40 books. His latest project is the authorized biography and archive of beloved Beatles road manager Mal Evans, due out in 2023. You can learn more about Ken’s work at everythingfabfour.com.

Joined: January 28, 2018
Articles: 33

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Everything Fab Four: The John Lennon Series with Jude Southerland Kessler

John Lennon meets historical narrative in Jude Southerland Kessler’s series of books painstakingly detailing the Beatle’s life right up to his 1980 death.

Ken Womack
August 7, 2018
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The Making of The Beatles’ “A Day in the Life”

What went into the creation of this Beatles masterpiece? And what was done to make John Lennon comfortable with his own singing voice? Details courtesy of "Sound Pictures," Ken Womack's second George Martin biography.

Ken Womack
July 31, 2018
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Everything Fab Four: Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Darn

Numerous takes, lots of studio tension and inspiration from a Nigerian conga player. One of the Beatles’ most memorable songs didn’t come easy.

Ken Womack
July 16, 2018
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Everything Fab Four: We All Live in a Yellow Submarine!

The Beatles animated feature is for little kids, big kids, and their parents. Even a once-skeptical George Harrison later admitted that this Beatles movie works for everyone. (It still does!)