Author: Scott Freiman

Scott Freiman is a composer, producer, musician, teacher, tech entrepreneur, and Beatleologist. In his copious spare time, he dreams up articles for CultureSonar. Sometimes, he actually writes them.

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“Beatles for Sale” and The Road to “Help!”

The light seemed to have gone out of the eyes of the Beatles — but that laid the groundwork for their next big album and movie.

by Scott Freiman April 17, 2021 Comments4

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“A Hard Day’s Night” – The Beatles in 1964

Believe it or not, The Beatles were having a hard time breaking through in America. One year — and one movie — changed everything.

Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, and John Lennon circa 1968

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Magical Mystery Tour: Some “Mysteries” Solved

“Magical Mystery Tour” was a rare misstep by the Beatles. But the music saved the project from becoming a total bust. Here’s how it went down.

by Scott Freiman January 18, 2021 Comments9

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How “Sgt. Pepper” Got Its Cover

What was the real inspiration for the cover art of the Beatles’ album “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band”? Here’s another theory.

by Scott Freiman November 9, 2020 Comments3

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Tension, Release and “Revolver”

When you think of The Beatles’ “Revolver,” 12th-century religious music is probably not the first thing that leaps to mind. Here’s one reason why it should.