When a Virtual Community Becomes a Real One
The Fab Four Master Class fostered such strong online connections that the group not only met in person, it traveled together to Liverpool and London.
The American Influence on The Beatles – Part 1
When jazz was embargoed in Britain, American blues and gospel filled in the gap. And for the future Beatles, it made all the difference.
Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May”: Every Song Tells A Story
His collaborators didn’t like it. Neither did the label. But Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” became one of rock’s most enduring songs.
The Beatles Take a “Chants”
On the cusp of their breakthrough, The Beatles took an interest in a black group from their hometown. Here’s the story.
“All You Need Is Love”: The Beatles In Their Own Words
A new book based on interviews of close Beatle insiders adds more context and insights to the historical record – plus, some surprises.