The Single that Broke the Beatles in America
There are many reasons why “I Want to Hold Your Hand” was The Beatles’ first American smash. Dig into what makes the record irresistible.
It Begins with an Ending … and Started Something Huge
America met The Beatles with “All My Loving” on The Ed Sullivan Show. Let’s break down the complex magic of this tune.
“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.
The Fab Four Master Class: “America!”
America in 1964 was an enormous driver of Beatlemania. There was a lot more to it than just “Sullivan” as this Fab Four Master Class reveals.
The Untold Story of the Beatles’ Desegregation Rider
During a historic 1964 tour, the Beatles played an important role in America’s new push to end segregation. One more example of the power of music.