February 21, 2024
If you’ve been here before, you likely know that we run regular prize draws where those subscribed to our mailing list have a chance to win an unframed print of their choice. This month, however, we decided to step things up, and give our UK-based Instagram followers the chance to win a framed, Mr. Kite print. The winner was randomly selected from a pool of eligible followers, with luck deciding who would win…
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February 17, 2024
57 years ago today, on February 17 1967, The Beatles set out to record one of the most musically complex and avant-garde tracks of their illustrious career – Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!
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February 11, 2024
Please Please Me, The Beatles’ first album, was recorded during a 12-hour session on February 11, 1963.
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January 31, 2024
A historic moment in Beatles’ history occurred 57 years ago today, when John Lennon wandered into an antique shop in Sevenoaks, Kent during the filming of the music video for ‘Strawberry Fields Forever’. Inside the shop, Lennon’s eye was drawn to an antique circus poster from 1843.
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January 04, 2024
Radhika Marya at CNN reports that a painting created by The Beatles will be auctioned in 2024. The artwork, known as Images of a Woman, was created in 1966 while The Beatles were on tour in Japan.
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November 22, 2023
Released on November 22, 1963, With the Beatles, the iconic band's second studio album, was a pivotal moment in the history of music. Following the massive success of their debut album, this record elevated The Beatles to new heights..
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October 26, 2023
On this day, October 26, 1965, music history was made as The Beatles were awarded Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) medals by Queen Elizabeth II. The ceremony, held at Buckingham Palace, recognized the band's exceptional contributions to the world of music and popular culture.
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October 05, 2023
The Abbey Road live cam is an amusing chance to observe the Beatles’ legacy in action. Managed by EarthCam, this livestream offers viewers a 24-hour view of the famous Abbey Road zebra crossing.
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June 18, 2023
Born on June 18th 1942, Paul McCartney has touched the hearts and souls of millions across the globe with his incredible talent, and unfettered creativity. As a member of The Beatles and a solo artist, McCartney has left his mark on the world of music, shaping the landscape of popular culture and inspiring generations.
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May 26, 2023
Today marks 57 years since the release of Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. This album, which is often regarded as the best of the Beatles’ musical projects, marked a significant departure from the band's earlier, more straightforward pop sound. Sgt. Pepper showcased a wide range of influences, from psychedelic rock to Indian classical music.
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April 10, 2023
On this day in history, April 10th, 1970, Paul McCartney issued a statement that signalled the end of an era. After nearly a decade of recording and touring together, the Beatles were breaking up.
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June 08, 2016
Ok, this is slightly old news but we managed to find some really good images of the front and back of Lennon's lyrics for Mr. Kite…
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October 21, 2014
Yesterday Paul McCartney took to Twitter to answer a few questions and user @orbitalnick asked a good one and got a reply from the man himself...
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December 05, 2013
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May 12, 2013
The Beatles famously never played any live performances of anything from Sgt. Pepper since it wasn't possible to reproduce the complex, layered sounds...
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