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Something About the Beatles

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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.

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22: Questions From Listeners #1

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2015/07/11

In this episode, Richard and Robert take questions and offer answers on an array of topics. We won’t get too specific here, but you’ll here about Mal Evans, piano prowess, the identity of the walrus and an awful lot of speculation. Songs include: “Love,” “In My Life,” ”Lovely Rita” and “Only A Northern Song.” Richard’s newest book, Beatles 101, is available in print and Kindle here. Robert’s newest book, Solo in the 70s, is available in print and Kindle here. The post 22: Questions

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01:05:37

21: Second Guessing The Beatles #1

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2015/06/28

In this episode, Robert and Richard discuss their picks for what songs should’ve been issued on the Beatles’ first four UK albums, in place of some of the material that was. (Not a lot of overlap in agreement here…) Songs include: “Some Other Guy,” “Soldier of Love,” ”Little Child” and “Ain’t Nothing Shakin’.” Robert’s newest book, Solo in the 70s, is available in print and Kindle here. Richard’s newest book, Beatles 101, is available in print and Kindle here. The post 21:

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01:31:39

20: 1968 – Triumph of Chaos?

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2015/06/17

In this episode, Richard and Robert examine the tumultuous backdrop against which The Beatles created the “White Album” amidst a world of change. Songs include: “Maharishi,” “Child of Nature,” ”Sour Milk Sea” and “Long, Long, Long ” Robert’s latest book is Solo in the 70sRichard’s latest book is Beatles 101 The post 20: 1968 – Triumph of Chaos? appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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01:24:52

19: Ramagine – A Musical Dialogue

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2015/06/03

(Or do you say Imagiram?) In this episode, Robert and Richard discuss the musical interactions between Paul and John as heard on the Ram and Imagine albums of 1971, a year after The Beatles’ split. Songs include: “Too Many People,” “Crippled Inside,” “Dear Boy” and “How Do You Sleep.” The post 19: Ramagine – A Musical Dialogue appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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01:23:09

18: 1965

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2015/05/19

In this episode, Richard and Robert present an overview of the year and how The Beatles advanced their art. In addition to some rare music, the episode features a two guest authors: Al Sussman and Andrew Grant Jackson. Al is the author of Changin’ Times: 101 Days That Shaped A Generation and the upcoming British Invasion 101: The Need-To-Know Guide. Andrew is the author of Still The Greatest: The Essential Songs of the Beatles’ Solo Careers and the recently published 1965: The Most

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01:15:55

17: The Fifth Beatle – Brian Epstein

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2015/04/21

In this episode, Robert and Richard discuss the role the Beatles’ manager had in their lives and the effect his 1967 death had on the band’s fate. They also welcome special guest Vivek Tiwary, author of the New York Times best-seller, The Fifth Beatle – soon to be a motion picture. Songs include: “You’ve Got To Hide Your Love Away,” “Baby You’re A Rich Man,” “America” and “Your Mother Should Know.” Check out www.thefifthbeatle.com The post 17: The Fifth Beatle – Brian Epstein appeared first

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01:13:32

16: “Dutch Imports”

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2015/03/17

In this episode, Richard and Robert provide an overview of the seventies-era underground Beatle releases, ranging from live recordings to Twickenham Nagra reels. Songs include: “Have You Heard the Word,” “You Can’t Do That,” “She Came In Through The Bathroom Window” and “You Never Give Me Your Money.” The post 16: “Dutch Imports” appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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01:14:50

15: George and John

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2015/02/25

In this episode, Robert and Richard discuss the personal and creative dynamic between these two Beatles, both during and after their bandmate years. Songs include: ”She Said She Said,” “Oh My Love” and “Not Guilty.” The post 15: George and John appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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01:04:19

14: New York City

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2015/02/08

In this episode, Richard and Robert speak to Q104.3’s Ken Dashow, host of the New York Breakfast with The Beatles; and get the lowdown on the origins of Beatlefest, as told by Mark Lapidos himself. Songs include: “New York City” and “All Together Now.” Check out: http://www.q1043.com/onair/breakfast-with-the-beatles-16000/ and www.thefest.com The post 14: New York City appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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13: The Beatles and Pete Best

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2015/01/24

In this episode, Robert and Richard examine the musicality of Ringo’s predecessor in the band. Songs include: “Love Me Do,” “My Bonnie (Lies Over The Ocean),” “Cry for a Shadow,” “Come Together” and “Pete’s Theme.” Check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_p_zKrKWFE to see the Pete and Mona interview. Check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBe-ZfrQ_RA to see the Tony Sheridan interview. The post 13: The Beatles and Pete Best appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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01:00:05

11: The Fab Faux

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2014/12/10

In this episode, Robert and Richard get insights into the Beatles’ artistry, including Ringo’s drumming, from The Fab Faux’s Frank Agnello, Rich Pagano and Jack Petruzelli. Songs excerpts heard include “I Don’t Want To Face It,”Everybody’s Got Something To Hide” “I Am The Walrus” and “Happiness is a Warm Gun.” Check out http://www.thefabfaux.com/ http://jackpetruzzelli.com/ http://www.richpagano.com/ Check THIS out for an explicit side by side of the riff Frank talks about, played by Paul and

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01:24:38

10: Beatles Gear with Andy Babiuk

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2014/11/06

In this extended episode, Richard and Robert discuss the Beatles’ instruments. Andy Babiuk, bassist with The Empty Hearts (formerly of the Chesterfield Kings) and author of Beatles Gear and the newly-published Rolling Stones Gear, joins the panel to talk about how the Beatles acquired and used various guitars and effects to create magic. Songs excerpts heard include “I Feel Fine,” “And I Love Her,” “She Said She Said,” “Paperback Writer,” “Back in the USSR” and “I Me Mine.” Get the newly

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01:04:08

Video podcast 01: Something About The Beatles at The...

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2014/09/13

This special video podcast depicts show 09, Was Sgt. Pepper The Beatles’ Creative Peak?, in the studio and at The Fest For Beatles Fans in Rosemont. See for yourself why Richard and Robert have faces made for radio. Special guest: Beatles Historian Mark Lewisohn, author of All Those Years: Tune In The post Video podcast 01: Something About The Beatles at The Fest I appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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01:02:34

09: Was Sgt. Pepper The Beatles’ Creative Peak?

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2014/09/02

In this special edition, Robert and Richard discuss the merits of the Pepper album, as well as whether John Lennon’s pulling back from the others represented a tragedy of artistic promise gone unfulfilled or simply John being John. Beatle historian Mark Lewisohn (All Those Years: Tune In) then joins them for a lively discussion taped onstage in the ballroom at The Fest for Beatles Fans. Songs heard in this episode include: “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band Reprise,” “A Day In The Life”

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01:31:33

08: The Songs Lennon & McCartney (and Harrison) Gave...

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2014/06/27

In this extra-long episode, Richard and Robert discuss the material the Beatles crafted for others and didn’t record themselves. Also: an interview with singer and NEMS artist Billy J. Kramer, the recipient of quite a few Lennon-McCartney exclusives. Songs heard in this episode include: “Bad To Me,” “It’s For You,” “Woman,” “Catcall,” “Sour Milk Sea,” “Come and Get It,” “Goodbye” and “From A Window.” The post 08: The Songs Lennon & McCartney (and Harrison) Gave Away appeared first on Something

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01:17:56

07: The Beatles as Singers

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2014/05/22

Robert and Richard delve into a career-spanning array of Beatle isolated vocals, illustrating the distinct and unique sound they possessed up until the very end. Also: a chat with New York Times journalist Allan Kozinn, author of the newly published e-book, Got That Something: How The Beatles’ “I Want To Hold Your Hand” Changed Everything. The post 07: The Beatles as Singers appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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01:06:33

06: The Beatles Live!

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2014/03/31

In this show, Richard and Robert discuss The Beatles as performers: from the Star-Club to the Savile Row rooftop. Loads of rare live stuff to hear, including songs from each year they toured – and an alternate take from the rooftop show. The post 06: The Beatles Live! appeared first on Something About The Beatles.

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56:25

04: And When I Touch You: some mono/stereo variations

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2013/12/25

[powerpress] Mono vs. Stereo/I Want To Hold Your Kozinn In this show, Robert and Richard discuss some of the mono/stereo variations heard throughout the Beatles recordings, as well as the US vs. UK releases."I Want To Hold Your Hand," issued fifty years ago, is discussed with New York Times writer Allan Kozinn, author of the newly published Got That Something!: How the Beatles' "I Want To Hold Your Hand" Changed Everything.

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03: With The Beatles Live at the BBC 2

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2013/11/27

03: With The Beatles Live at the BBC 2 In this show, Richard and Robert discuss the group's second album, released fifty years ago. They also talk about the new release of the Beatles Live at the BBC volume 2, as well as a bit about The Korgis and the show's theme song.

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01: The Storm Before the Storm

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2013/11/05

Pilot: The Storm Before the Storm: October 1963 In this edition, Richard and Robert discuss the events of autumn 1963 as the Beatles’ career began to take off fifty years ago, paving the way for their conquest of America. Hear the sounds, discussion and exclusive interviews with Beatle historian Mark Lewisohn, author of All These Years: Volume One—Tune In; and writer Al Sussman, author of the upcoming Changin’ Times: 101 Days That Shaped A Generation.

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