While echoes of 1967 live on
this year with 50-year commemorations of Sgt. Pepper
and the Summer of Love, the events of two summers later
were, if anything, even more portentous as far as the Beatles’
story goes. In this episode, Richard and Robert examine one
specific week: July 1 through July 9, 1969. These eight days marked
the resumption of the Abbey Road sessions after a month-long
break. During this time, several tracks were recorded or developed
– John crashed his car in Scotland – Brian Jones died – the Rolling
Stones performed a free concert in Hyde Park – “Give Peace A
Chance,” the Plastic Ono Band’s debut single was released, and John
returned to work (along with Yoko – and her bed). The period saw
the group compartmentalizing a
3-1 business split while striving to remain functionally harmonious
musically.
Songs include “You Never Give Me Your Money” and “Give Peace A
Chance.”
Hosted by award-winning author Robert Rodriguez, Something About The Beatles is an intelligent but entertaining examination of The Beatles' music and career. Smart, funny and surprising - just like the Fab Four.