The Beatles
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On this day in 1965, The Beatles received their MBEs
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.
Happy birthday John Lennon
On this day, October 9th, we honour the legendary John Lennon. Today marks what would have been his 83rd birthday, and we celebrate the man whose words and melodies continue to inspire and move the world.
Abbey Road: where you can watch Beatles fans stop traffic
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.
Happy birthday Abbey Road!
Released on September 26, 1969, Abbey Road showcased The Beatles at the zenith of their creative powers. From the iconic cover art depicting the Fab Four striding across the zebra crossing, to the last harmonious notes of ‘The End’, the album exudes innovation and brilliance. Over half a century later, Abbey Road remains a timeless classic.
A Beatles playlist for autumn
As the leaves turn golden and the air becomes crisp, there's something enchanting about the autumn season that pairs perfectly with the timeless melodies of The Beatles. Whether you're taking a scenic drive, sipping a PSL, or simply enjoying the ambiance, here's a handpicked playlist of Beatles songs to provide the perfect soundtrack for your autumn activities.
The Beatles' first ever studio recording
On 4 September 1962, a significant chapter in music history unfolded as The Beatles stepped into the recording studio for the very first time.
Celebrating the Birth of a Starr!
Born on July 7th, 1940, in Liverpool, Richard Starkey, better known as Ringo Starr, emerged as the rhythmic heartbeat of The Beatles. With his distinctive drumming style, infectious smile, and warm personality, Ringo quickly captured the hearts of millions around the world.
On this day 43 years ago, the Beatles released ‘Let it Be’
On 8 May 1970, the Beatles released their twelfth and final studio album, Let it Be. The album had been in the works for several years (and was intended to be released before Abbey Road), but had faced numerous setbacks and delays, including conflicts within the band. Recording took place during a tumultuous time in the band’s history, with tensions running high and the Beatles on the brink of breaking up.
53 years ago today, the Beatles broke up
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.
A Beatles discovery of a lifetime: The Lost Album
Are you ready for a major Beatles announcement? At Kite, we were thrilled to hear about the announcement of The Lost Album. This never-before-released album features previously unheard tracks from the Fab Four's recording sessions.
Happy birthday to Pablo Fanque—the first Black circus owner in Britain
Born in Norwich 213 years ago, Pablo Fanque led an extraordinary life. He was the first recorded Black circus owner in Britain, described by one London newspaper as an 'artiste of colour' who was a master of showmanship.
On this day in 1969, Yoko Ono and John Lennon got married
They made headlines around the world when they staged a week-long "bed-in for peace" at the Amsterdam Hilton Hotel, immediately after their wedding. The couple spent their honeymoon in bed, inviting journalists and fans to visit them and discuss the ideas of peace and love.
The Beatles: ‘Bigger than Jesus’?
On this day in 1966, John Lennon made a controversial statement in an interview with London's Evening Standard newspaper, where he stated: "Christianity will go. It will vanish and shrink...We're more popular than Jesus now."
Imagine a Valentine's Day trip to the circus—in 1843
Beatles' fans will be familiar with the 1967 song Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite! The inspiration for this song came from a vintage circus poster, which John Lennon came across in an antique shop. At Kite, we have recreated the poster in exact detail, so that you can own a piece of history that looks great on your wall.
From The Beatles to Da Vinci: Celebrating Art in 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery'
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, directed, written, and produced by Rian Johnson, has received an onslaught of commentary since its December 2022 release. The film has been a hit success, and if you haven’t seen it yet we definitely recommend a watch. At Kite, we particularly commend Rian Johnson for his choice of title—we never miss a Beatles reference!
Do you fancy a Munch masterpiece on your wall?
On Tuesday, The Value reported that a painting by Edvard Munch, Dance on the Beach, will be auctioned in London in March. If you fancy a Munch on your wall, but don’t have a spare £12-20 million, then why not check out our own Munch-inspired print.
It was 56 years ago today...
John Lennon gleaned song-writing inspiration from a myriad of sources, including the monotony of ordinary life. A prime example of his abilities can be found in A Day in the Life — a creation inspired by a newspaper article which was propped up in front of the piano as he wrote the song.
Will you be our next prize draw winner? All you need is luck!
The winner of our most recent regular prize draw, which took place in December, is Andrew Masterman from Windsor—congratulations! We were delighted to supply Andrew with a copy of our limited edition Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite print.
It was 55 years ago today...
55 years ago today, history was made when John Lennon stumbled upon an antique shop in Sevenoaks, Kent during the filming of the music video for Strawberry Fields Forever.
Who won our September prize draw?
At the beginning of September we entered all our mailing list subscribers into a draw and pulled out a name at random. And our winner is Brian Pascale from Silver Spring, MD.
Announcing the winner of our February 2021 Prize Draw
We conducted our regular prize draw for all Kite newsletter subscribers at the beginning of February and our randomly-selected winner this time is Kristen Rutherford from Edmonton, Alberta in Canada.
It was 54 years ago today...
54 years ago, John Lennon stumbled upon an antiques shop in Sevenoaks, Kent, during the filming of the Strawberry Fields Forever music video.
It was 53 years ago today...
On this day, 55 years ago, John Lennon stumbled upon an antique shop in Sevenoaks, Kent while filming the video for Strawberry Fields Forever.
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