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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Blue album | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a copy of the double Blue album 1967 to 1970. The first record is fine with the songs printed ... A: Heya Ken - It looks as if you purchased an album with a slight fault in it! Some advice to you would ... | |
| The Paul is dead hoax | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to know your observations on the first two songs that the Beatles played on their first Ed ... A: According to Peter Ames Carlin's book, "McCartney: A Life", page 193, this is quoted: "...A ... | |
| Song choices on Ed Sullivan | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to know your observations on the first two songs that the Beatles played on their first Ed ... A: Heya Carter, The Beatles' firat two songs on the appearance of the Ed Sullivan appearance were ... | |
| beatles' sound | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: when exactly did the sound of the beatles change (ie: "i wanna hold your hand" vs. "lucy in the ... A: Sorry Amber -- Did you receive me answer I gave to you on this second part last night? According to ... | |
| beatles' sound | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: when exactly did the sound of the beatles change (ie: "i wanna hold your hand" vs. "lucy in the ... A: In every album the Beatles released, they were always trying to better their music. This is being ... | |
| Interview | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: my name is Adam. I am doing a year long independent study project for my 8th grade honors class, and ... A: and I'd be delighted to have us do an interview! If you'd wish to email me, you can get me at ... | |
| Stuart Sutcliffle's head injury | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I recall seeing a TV movie about The Beatles which show a street fight between John Lennon, Stuart ... A: Heya James, According to Peter Carlin's book, "McCartney: A Life", Sutcliffe died of a small but ... | |
| Beatles LP | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have an unwrapped but good condition of an LP called The Beatles Rock and Roll Music, produced bt ... A: I doubt there is anything of importance from the "Rock and ROll" LPs. However, if you feel there may ... | |
| beatles | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: are they all still alive? If not, the cause of death and when. A: Heya John, Paul and Ringo are still alive, and John and George have passed on. At the age of ... | |
| The Beatles Revolver Out Now original promo poster | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: i have a original 'The Beatles Revolver Out Now' poster that has been in the family since release of ... A: Heya Mike, I can't really give you a price tag on this poster, but check out sites such as "The ... | |
| Beat;les Music Trivia | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: Who wrote the song "Hey Jude" , and when was it written and what was the song about.? A: The song "Hey Jude" was composed by Paul, driving out to see Cynthia Lennon and her son Julian. The ... | |
| reverse symbol sound on beatles song | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: Thirty years ago I had a tape of Beatles songs mixed from different albums. One song had a distinct ... A: "Rain". I know what you're talking about (the reversal symbol clash). I also have about 30 seconds ... | |
| reverse symbol sound on beatles song | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: Thirty years ago I had a tape of Beatles songs mixed from different albums. One song had a distinct ... A: LOL Hiya Allan, There could be a few pieces that you may had remembered reverse symbols. ... | |
| Beatles Illustrated Lyrics | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a copy of the Beatles Illustrated Lyrics. It is the collectors edition made and printed in ... A: Unfortunately, I do not know how rare this is. Yet you can probably find out if you attend a Beatles ... | |
| let it be box set | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: It does not have a red apple on the back cover of inner record sleeve . There is a parlophone sigh ... A: I am not fully sure if this is a genuine copy, however, it certainly has the makings of a rare item. ... | |
| HELP!!! | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: HELP ME!!!!! my assignment on the beatles is due on DECEMBER NINTH!!! I can't find ANYTHING on how ... A: Heya Hope -- The Beatles had influenced many facets during their short stay as a group. Music was ... | |
| Your Mother Should Know | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I asked my mother and she did NOT know. I agree with my mother. I'll get up to a song that was a ... A: This song was a lesser-contructed song than something from the previous year - "When I'm 64". ... | |
| Billie Shear | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: To finish off about the Concept Album "Sgt. Pepper's". You can read on Wiki about a guy named ... A: From what I hear, the two living Beatles are doing well - The last I read, Paul is with someone new. ... | |
| A Hard Days Night Pressings | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: I noticed on another site about AHDN pressings and how they were contracted out to different ... A: Heya Jerry, Let me first start this off by mentioning that I'm sorry, I do not know, however ... | |
| The Beatles | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: I have two Beatles records the only date on them is 1967. One is the magical mystery tour with 24 ... A: Well, both of those albums were released in 1967 (Sgt. Peppers was released on June 1st and Magical ... | |
| the beatles | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: i was wondering where i can find the box set of the beatles show the magical mystery tour, in ... A: A recent movie was titled "Across The Universe", and I believe it contained many Beatles songs ... | |
| the beatles | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: i was wondering where i can find the box set of the beatles show the magical mystery tour, in ... A: Well, I am presuming you would like to purchase either the DVD or the VHS tape of the movie, ... | |
| the beatles | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: i was wandering is it true the beatles got into drugs and they where unfaithful to there wives? and ... A: Heya again Lauren! I had read on more than one occasion that John was very unfaithful to his ... | |
| George Harrison | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: Can you give me rare facts about George Harrison? A: The name "wilbury" was a phrase George would mention during his recording of the album "Cloud Nine". ... | |
| The Traveling Willburies | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: How did George form the band The Traveling Willburies? A: From what I've read in the past, George was haing dinner with ROy Orbison and Jeff Lynne one night ... | |
| beatles | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: ok you now how you said lennon/mcartny ? did paul want to change it to mcartny and lennon after ... A: Yes in fact, Paul had some of the songs changed to McCartney/Lennon on his live "Back in the USA" ... | |
| beatles | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: how did gorge die was it lung cancer? who killed john lennon? what was the beast song they wrote? ... A: and I will try and answer them to the best of my ability. They had in essence four movies: "A Hard ... | |
| beatles | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: how did gorge die was it lung cancer? who killed john lennon? what was the beast song they wrote? ... A: I sorry I didn't answer that one on the first go round. RIngo was/is the oldest Beatle. He was ... | |
| beatles | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: how did gorge die was it lung cancer? who killed john lennon? what was the beast song they wrote? ... A: LOL OK - George had officially died of "non-small cell lung cancer"...John Lennon was killed by Mark ... | |
| Beatles | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: I have the Beatles Sergeant peppers lonely hearts club band album on Capitol EMI SEAX - 11840 it is ... A: It sounds as if you have an item that many Beatle fans would pay good money for. I've been asked on ... | |
| Simple Songs | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: Would you consider two more simple songs other than The Beatles ? Would you consider Looking at ... A: Heya Michel, "Les Vendanges" is absolutely gorgeous! That was the one that I enjoyed the most. ... | |
| Sgt Pepper | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: Would you consider the following songs from the album Sgt Peppers Lonely Heart Club Band ... A: Heya Michel, This is great! In the past, I've read the Sgt Pepper was pretty much an album of ... | |
| THE BOOK, " iN HIS OWN WRITE | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: I have a Simon & Schuster book, copyright 1981, grey with John's photo on the cover, title, "The ... A: I have the book also -- I am leaving for work right now, but I will write you later tonight when I ... | |
| beatles | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: i noticed most of the beatles songs are about girls why is that? i mean you think not every one ... A: Paul McCartney mentions in the "Anthology" series that when he and John would write songs, they were ... | |
| info on the beatles | 4/28/2008 |
| Q: i am 12 and i love the beatles i just dont understand why they broke up and if you all can give me ... A: Three of the four songs you mention as your favorites were primarily written by Paul. The other one ... | |
| beatles in hamburg | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: When the Beatles arrived in Hamburg the best and most popular band in town was the Tielman Brothers ... A: I'd heard about them years ago, but had never really seen them perform. I'd forgotten if the ... | |
| The beatles record sales | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: i am doing a project for school and i need to know how many record sales the beatles had in 1960, ... A: The Beatles released their first single on October 5, 1962 (Love Me Do/ P.S. I Love You) They then ... | |
| February 1964 visit to US | 11/3/2007 |
| Q: What members of the Beatles' entourage accompanied them to NYC on February 7th from London. Brian ... A: All I read from any article or book is that Neil was the driver until they got a little too popular. ... | |
| February 1964 visit to US | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: What members of the Beatles' entourage accompanied them to NYC on February 7th from London. Brian ... A: Magical Mystery Tours", Bramwell writes, "I didn't go (with the Beatles to NYC on February 7th). ... | |
| Revolver 606-1 | 10/19/2007 |
| Q: Regarding this release. I understand this was withdrawn in the UK day of release. Does this also ... A: Heya Phil I am not fully sure of why there was a withdrawal in the UK day of release. I never ... | |
| RARE BEATLES 78 RPM "MADE IN INDIA" | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: Can you let me know how much should I can bid for this rare piece?? THE RAREST BEATLES 78 RPM "MADE ... A: Heya Ajit With an item like that, the best way to 'get it appraised' is by going to as many ... | |
| magical mystery tour | 8/16/2007 |
| Q: Ok Steve...I hope you can answer this one. I know just about everything about Beatles myself..but ... A: Heya Tom After you sent me this question, I decided to listen to the couple different versions I ... | |
| Let It Be ...fake?? | 8/4/2007 |
| Q: "During it's time out of print, the LP was bootlegged. It's quite easy to spot a fake - the picture ... A: Actually, I was referring to the "Butcher Album", when I was writing to someone a few months back. ... | |
| Piggies | 7/3/2007 |
| Q: is there a meaning to the song "Piggies?" if so, can you tell me? A: In the song "Piggies", George's "pigs" were really businessmen and politicians. He basically saw ... | |
| Meet The Beatles Million Seller Award Gold | 5/27/2007 |
| Q: In the bar that we were renting out I found a proffesionally framed Meet the Beatles First Album ... A: I'm sorry, I am not a true collector of the items. Like I've mentioned to some people in the past, ... | |
| Strawberry Fields guitar | 5/26/2007 |
| Q: do you know what guitar was used on the Strawberry Fields Forever recording? Cheers A: Heya Ben I'm not sure what guitar George used, however, he drowns the sound on his instrument, ala ... | |
| Meet The Beatles Million Seller Award Gold | 5/26/2007 |
| Q: In the bar that we were renting out I found a proffesionally framed Meet the Beatles First Album ... A: I did know that certain plaques were printed as if they were originals, but were indeed copies. ... | |
| The Beatles Alone | 5/24/2007 |
| Q: I trying to put together a list of songs that the Beatles wrote while still in the band but ... A: Heya Matthew About 5 years ago, I planned on making a cd of songs that the solo Beatles put out, ... | |
| Beatles parlophone album | 5/18/2007 |
| Q: Could you tell me if a certain album has some real value. It is... With the Beatles. Made in Great ... A: When it comes to ANY oddity, I personally take a positive stance. Your album may had been the guide ... | |
| beatles second | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: i have a beatles second album mono t 2080 with no times listed for long tall sally, now the thing ... A: Heya Manuel, Your album sounds like it was pressed wrong! If I were you, I first would take ... | |
| beatle song construction | 5/5/2007 |
| Q: using the song "I'll get you" as a starting point there are 1)drums 2)bass and 3)rhythm guitar, i ... A: Heya Peter I don't know the relationship 'exactly' (I've never tried to learn it), but I do ... | |
| The beatles | 4/30/2007 |
| Q: What year were the Beatles born A: The Beatles' first album was released in 1962, but they had many different incarnations of 'The ... | |
| Beatles lyrics | 4/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a song that plays in my head.It's a beatles song I think? Something about" Were going to get ... A: "Strawberry Fields Forever"...) or about getting high ("Good Day Sunshine", the end of "A Day In The ... | |
| Love Songs | 4/11/2007 |
| Q: I'm Gilles, and I was wondering how much the compilation LP 'Love Songs' is worth nowadays. It's in ... A: Concerning your compilation LP "Love Songs", I doubt it would be worth anymore than what you'd pay ... | |
| Beetles Collection | 2/26/2007 |
| Q: My Stepfather has given me The Beetles Collection boxset, the box is blue with gold writing it ... A: I am presuming the green box-set you have may be rarer than the normal blue box-set, because I had ... | |
| George's solo on Something | 2/8/2007 |
| Q: Would you agree then that his slide style came from his natural phrasing? I actually have tried it ... A: Although he had his style back in the "Meet The Beatles" era (and beforehand), I believe his sound ... | |
| George's solo on Something | 2/7/2007 |
| Q: Did George play the solo on 'Something' with a slide or straight? A: Heya Steve I always thought that Harrison played "Something" straight. His style of playing always ... | |
| Documentary about Beatlefans? | 1/25/2007 |
| Q: I am contacting you because you obviously have the same Beatles passion I ... A: I will send you a story in the near future - I have been bogged down with work recently. I do ... | |
| Beatles Sound Effects | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: How did the Beatles produce the bird effect on "He Said, She Said"? I'm sure it was through ... A: Heya Steve, I know of a couple things Lennon was doing during that time was numerous tape loops ... | |
| part of my assignment | 9/11/2006 |
| Q: i was just wandering in what year did the beatles form? (that's all four of them: jhon, ringo, paul ... A: Ringo was the last to join the band on Aug. 16, 1962. He had played for a band called Rory Storm ... | |
| green swirl label | 5/19/2006 |
| Q: Was it 5 or 6 singles released by the fab.four in Oct. 1965 in US? For how long could you find these ... A: The Beatles came out with 6: "Love Me Do/P.S. I Love You" , "Please Please Me/From Me To You", ... | |
Beatles, The
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Steve
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Expertise
I can answer mostly anything concerning The Beatles. I`ve read many of the stories, and can give you a tidbit or two on virtually every song they produced.
Experience
Many years of reading books on them, much bootlg material I have purchased and/or received from them, and a pure enjoyment of learning about them.
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