What A Fab Day: A Podcast About The Beatles

By Simon Mas

Let's tell the story of The Beatles, focussing on what they did day by day. From the prehistory of the band to its final demise in 1970. All the facts you need, a little speculation, and zero conspira... more

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October 22, 2022 George Harrison Produces Jackie Lomax
The Beatles crossing paths again with Pete Best, George Martin being a protagonist of two studio moments, and George Harrison producing Jackie Lomax are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 22nd of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:34 - In 1960, the Beatles are engaged at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg.
0:54 - In 1961, the Beatles play at the Casbah Coffee Club in Liverpool.
1:20 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Queen's Hall in Widnes.
1:43 - In 1964, George Martin mixes I Feel Fine.
2:09 - In 1965, George Martin records a solo for In My Life.
2:33 - The Beatles record a re-make of Nowhere Man.
2:49 - In 1966, George Harrison returns to London.
3:10 - In 1968, the orchestral score for the Yellow Submarine film is taped.
3:39 - George Harrison starts working on Jackie Lomax's Is This What You Want?.
4:12 - Conclusion.
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5min
October 21, 2022 Was John Lying On Purpose?
Two gigs around midnight, three studio sessions and a 1969 interview are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 21st of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:27 - In 1960, the Beatles are engaged at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg.
0:44 - In 1961, the Beatles play two slots at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
1:07 - In 1962, the Beatles are again at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
1:19 - In 1963, George Martin mixes the Beatles next single.
1:54 - In 1964, George Martin mixes four Beatles songs.
2:41 - In 1965, the Beatles record Norwegian Wood.
3:20 - In 1969, John Lennon is interviewed by David Wigg.
4:47 - Conclusion.
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6min
October 20, 2022 A Special Beatles TV Appearance
Live gigs, a TV preview of new compositions, and the completion of the first Plastic Ono Band album are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 20th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:29 - In 1960, the Beatles are engaged at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg.
0:53 - In 1961, the Beatles play two gigs in a day.
1:23 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Majestic Ballroom in Hull.
2:29 - In 1963, the Beatles film another Thank You Lucky Star appearance.
3:08 - In 1964, the Beatles British Tour arrives at the Caird Hall in Dundee.
3:38 - In 1965, the Beatles record We Can Work It Out.
4:16 - In 1967, the Beatles attend an overdubbing session.
5:24 - In 1968, Paul McCartney leaves for a holiday.
5:35 - In 1969, Live Peace In Toronto 1969 gets its finishing touches.
6:06 - Conclusion.
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7min
October 19, 2022 A Not-So-Merry Beatles Christmas Message
A unique live performance, two recording sessions, and a day in court are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 19th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:28 - In 1960, the Beatles continue their residency at the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg.
0:48 - In 1961, the Beatles play the Litherland Town Hall in Liverpool.
1:50 - In 1962, the Beatles are on the stage of the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
2:02 - In 1963, the Beatles perform live at the Pavilion Gardens Ballroom in Buxton.
2:10 - In 1964, the Beatles are engaged at the Edinburgh's ABC Cinema.
2:43 - In 1965, the Beatles try to record a Christmas greeting.
3:57 - In 1967, the work on Magical Mystery Tour and Hello Goodbye keeps going.
4:25 - In 1968, John Lennon appears in court.
5:17 - Conclusion.
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6min
October 18, 2022 John Lennon Arrested For Drug Possessions
A new face showing up with the Quarrymen, the recording of new songs for Beatles For Sale, and John Lennon’s drug bust are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 18th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:30 - In 1957, Paul McCartney debuts with the Quarrymen.
1:06 - In 1959, Johnny and the Moondogs passes an audition.
1:51 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg.
2:02 - In 1961, the Beatles have two concerts at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
2:14 - In 1963, the Beatles film an appearance for Scene At 6.30.
2:41 - In 1964, the Beatles have a recording session for Beatles For Sale.
3:51 - Then, they record I Feel Fine.
4:55 - In 1965, the Beatles record two songs.
5:36 - In 1967, the Beatles attend the premiere of How I Won The War.
6:11 - In 1968, the White Album mono master gets a fix.
6:41 - John Lennon is arrested for possession of drugs.
8:13 - Conclusion.
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10min
October 17, 2022 The Beatles' Debut On People And Places
The first ever Beatles fan club event, 4-track recording machines arriving at the EMI Studios, and a memorial service for Brian Epstein are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 17th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:34 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller club in Hamburg.
0:53 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the David Lewis Club in Liverpool.
1:12 - In 1962, the Beatles debut on Granada TV's People And Places.
2:06 - In 1963, the Beatles record their Christmas message...
3:01 - ...botch a re-make of You Really Got A Hold On Me...
3:19 - ...and record their next single.
3:42 - A new era in Abbey Road.
4:06 - In 1965, Radio Luxemburg airs the last episode of The Beatles.
4:32 - In 1967, the Beatles attend Brian Epstein's memorial service.
5:01 - In 1968, the mixing of the White Album is completed.
5:54 - Conclusion.
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7min
October 16, 2022 The Beatles' Longest Studio Session
The renewal of a contract, the Beatles performing at La Scala, and a 24-hour studio session are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 16th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:29 - In 1960, Bruno Koshmider extends the contract of the Beatles.
1:21 - In 1961, the Beatles play a lunchtime concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
1:38 - In 1962, the Beatles perform at La Scala Ballroom in Runcorn.
2:22 - In 1963, the Beatles record their last appearance on BBC's Easy Beat.
2:59 - A busy afternoon... and evening!
3:49 - In 1964, the Beatles are on the stage of the ABC Cinema in Hull.
4:13 - In 1965, the Beatles recorded Day Tripper.
4:42 - The work on Day Tripper and If I Needed Someone.
5:27 - In 1967, the editing of Magical Mystery Tour went on.
5:38 - In 1968, John Lennon and Paul McCartney mix the white album in 24 hours.
6:43 - A clash of ideas.
7:49 - Conclusion.
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9min
October 15, 2022 The Beatles Recording Together For The First Time
The first time George, John, Paul, and Ringo ever played together, the media going even more crazy about the Beatles, and the Beatles’ political stances in 1964 are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 15th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:35 - In 1960, Allan Williams visits the Beatles in Hamburg.
1:09 - The first time John, George, Paul, and Ringo record together.
2:31 - In 1961, the Beatles perform at a charity event in Maghull.
3:22 - In 1962, the Beatles play the Majestic Ballroom in Birkenhead.
3:35 - In 1963, the Beatles are to appear at the Royal Command Performance.
4:50 - In 1964, the Beatles' British Tour arrive in Stockton-on-Tees.
5:32 - In 1968, some White Album songs are mixed in Abbey Road.
5:54 - Conclusion.
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7min
October 14, 2022 The Beatles On Scene At 6.30
The filming of a TV appearance, a holiday, and more work on the White Album are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 14th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:28 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
0:47 - In 1964, the Beatles film an appearance for Scene At 6.30.
1:11 - Later on, the band's British Tour stops in Adwick.
2:18 - In 1968, Ringo Starr leaves for a Sardinian holiday.
2:34 - In the evening, more overdubs and mixing goes on for several White Album songs.
3:13 - Conclusion.
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4min
October 13, 2022 The Night Beatlemania Was Born
The official birth of Beatlemania, the release of a dodgy single, and the recording of the last song of the White Album are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 13th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:32 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
0:48 - In 1962, the Beatles perform an evening gig at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
1:02 - In 1963, the Beatles are at the London Palladium.
2:01 - Beatlemania is officially born.
3:14 - In 1964, the Beatles' British Tour reaches the ABC Cinema in Wigan.
3:24 - In 1965, the Beatles record Drive My Car.
4:10 - In 1967, United Artist releases a dodgy single.
4:59 - In 1968, Julia is the last White Album song to be recorded.
5:52 - Conclusion.
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7min

FAQs about What A Fab Day: A Podcast About The Beatles:

How many episodes does What A Fab Day: A Podcast About The Beatles have?

The podcast currently has 366 episodes available.