The Beatles perform live on ‘Ready, Steady, Go!’ 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Mar 20 1964)


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(Friday, March 20, 1964, 6:15-7:00 p.m. GMT) — The Beatles performed tonight on Ready, Steady, Go! at Studio 9, Television House in London for a live broadcast on Associated-Rediffusion TV.


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This was the second of three performances given by The Beatles for the hugely popular 1960s television show.


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The Beatles mimed to four songs: “It Won’t Be Long,” “You Can`t Do That,” and “Can`t Buy Me Love.” “Please Mr. Postman” was played during the closing credits.


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During the show they also took part in a mock fashion parade and were given an award from U.S. magazine Billboard in recognition of holding the top three singles chart positions simultaneously.


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They were also interviewed by host Cathy McGowan.