Before “Sullivan”: How The Beatles Cracked America
A year before their landmark appearance on “Ed Sullivan,” the Beatles crafted a careful plan to make America their own.
“Love Me Do”: John, the Harmonica, and Arthur?
John Lennon’s first instrument was the harmonica, which he put to good use on “Love Me Do.” But who was this Arthur fellow?
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.
15 Bands Following in The Beatles’ Footsteps
From The Byrds to Cheap Trick to The Flaming Lips and XTC, these Beatlesque bands share many qualities with the Fab Four.
31 Concept Albums You May Have Missed
From The Pretty Things to Frank Zappa to Janelle Monae to Beyonce, these artists have had stories to tell and they’ve done it in these concept albums.