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Peter and Kenyon dive into "Love of the Loved," a song written by Paul McCartney in 1959 during his Quarrymen days and later performed at the Beatles’ Decca audition in 1962. The track reflects McCartney’s early compositional style, blending melodic sophistication with heartfelt emotion. The hosts discuss the song’s journey, from an unreleased Beatles recording to a 1963 single by Liverpool’s own Cilla Black, produced by George Martin. They explore the song’s unique musical elements, such as its descending melodic motif and unusual chord transitions, alongside McCartney’s Elvis-inspired vocal delivery. The episode delves into the cultural and historical context of the track, highlighting its role in Brian Epstein’s management strategy and its connection to the Beatles’ pivotal Decca audition. With sharp analysis and engaging anecdotes, Peter and Kenyon unpack the story behind a lesser-known yet significant early Beatles composition.
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Peter and Kenyon dive into "Love of the Loved," a song written by Paul McCartney in 1959 during his Quarrymen days and later performed at the Beatles’ Decca audition in 1962. The track reflects McCartney’s early compositional style, blending melodic sophistication with heartfelt emotion. The hosts discuss the song’s journey, from an unreleased Beatles recording to a 1963 single by Liverpool’s own Cilla Black, produced by George Martin. They explore the song’s unique musical elements, such as its descending melodic motif and unusual chord transitions, alongside McCartney’s Elvis-inspired vocal delivery. The episode delves into the cultural and historical context of the track, highlighting its role in Brian Epstein’s management strategy and its connection to the Beatles’ pivotal Decca audition. With sharp analysis and engaging anecdotes, Peter and Kenyon unpack the story behind a lesser-known yet significant early Beatles composition.
Website: https://www.notebynoteseries.com
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/NoteByNoteSeries
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notebynoteseries
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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