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.
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.
Making “I Me Mine”
Given the cumulative frustration George Harrison must have been feeling at the time, is it any wonder he wrote “I Me Mine” as The Beatles neared their end? Here’s how the track came to be…
The Beatles, Beethoven, and “Because”
Beethoven and Yoko had a huge impact on this under-appreciated Beatles tune. We break it down.
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.