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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The podcast currently has 366 episodes available.

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October 12, 2022 The Beatles Meet Little Richard
Several live events, the first time of a Beatles record on the charts, and the beginning of the official recordings of Rubber Soul 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 12th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:31 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
0:45 - In 1962, Love Me Do enters the Record Retailer chart at number 49.
1:07 - At night, the Beatles play second fiddle to Little Richard.
2:05 - In 1964, Eight Days A Week and She's A Woman are mixed in mono.
2:35 - In 1965, the Beatles star working on Rubber Soul.
3:24 - They attempt to record Norwegian Wood.
4:20 - In 1967, the Beatles work on Shirley's Wild Accordion.
6:15 - In 1968, several White Album songs are mixed in mono and stereo.
6:41 - Conclusion.
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7min
October 11, 2022 George And Ringo Hard At Work In 1968
Ringo unsuccessfully trying his luck with his first serious band, NEMS announcing a Christmas tour, and the focus on some songs by George and Ringo 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 11th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:36 - In 1959, Ringo Starr's first band auditions for TV Star Search.
1:12 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
1:42 - In 1962, the Beatles are engaged at the Rialto Ballroom for the Rock'n'Twist Carnival.
1:59 - In 1963, the Beatles play the Trentham Gardens in Trentham.
2:09 - In 1964, the Beatles British Tour stops at the Odeon Cinema in Birmingham.
2:23 - In 1965, NEMS announces the dates of the Beatles' British Tour.
3:48 - In 1967, the editing of Magical Mystery Tour goes on.
3:59 - In 1968, the Beatles work on Savoy Truffle, Piggies, Don't Pass Me By, and Good Night.
5:05 - Conclusion.
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6min
October 10, 2022 The 12-Hour White Album Session
A fight, the continuation of a tour, and the feverish 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 10th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:28 - In 1959, the Quarrymen play the Casbah Coffee Club...
1:07 - ...and then they break up.
1:49 - In 1960, the Beatles perform at the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
2:02 - In 1962, the Beatles have two gigs at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
2:17 - In 1964, the Beatles British Tour arrives in Leicester.
3:15 - In 1967, the editing of Magical Mystery Tour goes on.
3:26 - In 1968, George Harrison sets up Singsong Ltd.
4:00 - The Beatles have a 12-hour recording session in Abbey Road.
4:38 - Paul completes Why Don't We Do It In The Road? with Ringo.
5:02 - Conclusion.
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6min
October 09, 2022 John Lennon's Birthday
John Lennon’s birthday, the Beatles starting a British tour, and more work in Abbey Road 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 9th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:31 - In 1940, John Lennon was born in Liverpool.
1:04 - In 1960, the Beatles continue their first residency in Hamburg.
1:19 - In 1962, the Beatles visited some newspaper offices in London.
1:37 - Record Mirror and NME.
2:07 - In 1963, the Beatles appear on BBC's The Ken Dodd Show.
2:47 - In 1964, the Beatles started their yearly British Tour.
3:09 - Other acts on the tour and the Beatles repertoire.
3:49 - In 1965, the Beatles took part to two parties.
4:03 - In 1966, John celebrates his birthday in Spain with Ringo.
4:30 - In 1967, John receives a last arty postcard from Yoko Ono.
5:56 - In 1968, the Beatles keep on working on the White Album.
6:24 - Paul starts recording Why Don't We Do It The Road?
7:01 - In 1969, Yoko Ono is hospitalised in London.
7:34 - Conclusion.
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8min
October 08, 2022 A Spectacular Beatles Friday!
The Beatles busy with early gigs and three recording sessions, and George Harrison giving an interview to BBC Radio 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 8th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:30 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
0:52 - In 1962, the Beatles are in London for a recording session...
1:25 - ...for Radio Luxemburg's The Friday Spectacular.
2:46 - In 1964, the Beatles record She's A Woman.
3:38 - In 1968, the Beatles work on Long Long Long and I'm So Tired...
4:45 - ...and on The Continuing Story Of Bungalow Bill.
5:56 - In 1969, George Harrison is interviewed by BBC Radio 1's Scene And Heard.
6:32 - Conclusion.
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7min
October 07, 2022 The Long Long Long Wine Incident
A launch party, the end of a mini-tour, and a fruitful 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 7th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:27 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
0:43 - In 1962, the Beatles have the launch party of Love Me Do.
1:18 - In 1963, the Beatles perform at the Caird Hall in Dundee.
2:14 - In 1968, the Beatles keep working on the White Album.
2:59 - George, Paul, and Ringo start recording Long Long Long.
3:39 - Conclusion.
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5min
October 06, 2022 The Beatles Record Eight Days A Week
The first official autograph session of the Beatles, the first time they completed a song in the studio, and the completion of Blue Jay Way 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 6th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:31 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
0:55 - In 1962, the Beatles have two autograph sessions...
1:33 - ...before their evening engagement at the Hulme Hall in Port Sunlight.
1:58 - In 1963, the Beatles play the Carlton Theatre in Kirkcaldy.
2:42 - In 1964, the Beatles start recording Eight Days A Week.
4:19 - In 1967, the Beatles complete Blue Jay Way.
4:56 - Conclusion.
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6min
October 05, 2022 Love Me Do Is Released
The release of the Beatles’ first single, more work on the White Album, and on Cold Turkey 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 5th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:30 - In 1960, the Beatles play the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
0:44 - In 1962, Love Me Do is released in UK.
1:34 - A mystery about its sales.
2:11 - In 1963, the Beatles perform at the Concert Hall in Glasgow.
2:37 - In 1967, Magical Mystery Tour's editing continues.
2:49 - In 1968, the Beatles work on 4 White Album songs.
3:51 - In 1969, Cold Turkey is completed in Abbey Road.
4:21 - Conclusion.
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5min
October 04, 2022 Ready, Steady, Beatles!
A fresh start in Germany, the Beatles’ first appearance on Ready, Steady, Go!, and a visit from a friend 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 4th of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:30 - In 1960, the Beatles debut at the Kaiserkeller in Hamburg.
1:32 - In 1962, the Beatles perform an lunchtime concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
1:46 - In 1963, the Beatles appear on ITV's Ready, Steady, Go!.
2:25 - The actual episode.
2:55 - In 1966, Ringo visit John in Carboneras, Spain.
3:23 - In 1967, George and John appear on The Frost Programme once again.
4:51 - In 1968, the Beatles work on Honey Pie and Martha My Dear.
6:39 - Conclusion.
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7min
October 03, 2022 Beatles Club Shut Down By The German Police
The closing of the Indra Club, the participation to The Public Ear, and a very quick chocolate recording 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 3rd of October.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:32 - In 1959, the Quarrymen play the Casbah Coffee Club in Liverpool.
0:53 - In 1960, the Indra Club in Hamburg closes down.
1:51 - In 1962, the Beatles perform an evening concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
2:17 - In 1963, John, Paul, and Ringo work on I Wanna Be Your Man and Little Child.
2:36 - George joins them for an interview for The Public Ear.
3:42 - In 1964, the Beatles film an appearance for ABC's Shindig!.
4:21 - In 1966, Brian Epstein denies that the Beatles had broken up.
5:54 - In 1967, the editing on Magical Mystery Tour continues.
6:02 - In 1968, the Beatles record Savoy Truffle.
6:39 - In 1969, the Plastic Ono Band records Don't Worry Kyoko.
7:19 - Conclusion.
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8min

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.