Before They Were Beatles

Before They Were Beatles

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John’s Old School Tie
In this issue John moves on to a less than successful secondary education that in some ways laid the foundation for what was to follow.
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The Skiffle Explosion
In this issue we discuss the origins of skiffle music, its journey across the Atlantic, and its impact on the British youth scene.
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In the Neighborhood
In this month’s newsletter, we take a more in-depth look at the Liverpool suburbs home to John, Paul, and George.
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How Robin Hood Helped Then Robbed The Beatles.
In which I examine the connection between the man in green and the Fab Four, read a new Beatles book, and discover the Man of Steel’s Beatles connection
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Introducing George
In this month’s newsletter, we welcome the 13-year-old George Harrison to our story.
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The Savage Young Beatles US Debut Tour
In this issue I take a quick look back at the Abbey Road on the River Festival, plus a roundup of The Savage Young Beatles' week in Austin.
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When Did Johnny Turn Down The Beatles?
In which I take a look at when and why at least three drummers other than Ringo were approached about replacing Pete Best.
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Bert Weedon
In this month’s newsletter, we take a quick sidebar to look at the career of the man who influenced a whole generation of British rock guitarists.
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Liverpool Institute
In this month’s newsletter, we take a more in-depth look at the school that produced 50% of The Beatles
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The First Tour
Looking back at May 1960 and a young band on the road.
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Bring On The Session Musicians
They may not have made it as a Beatle, but they sure had good careers.
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What happened to the Podcast?
In which we explain the missing podcast episodes, but still produce a new one.
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