Category Archives: 1960s

The Beatles release ‘Long Tall Sally’ EP in UK 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 19 1964)


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(Friday, June 19, 1964) — The Beatles today released Long Tall Sally, the band’s fifth official extended play release, and the first British EP that included songs not previously released on an album or single in the United Kingdom. Continue reading The Beatles release ‘Long Tall Sally’ EP in UK 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 19 1964)

The Beatles perform at Sydney Stadium in Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 18 1964)


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(Thursday, June 18, 1964, shows scheduled for 6:00 and 8:45 p.m. AEST) — The Beatles, including Paul McCartney who turned 22 today, were filmed tonight performing at Sydney Stadium in Australia. Continue reading The Beatles perform at Sydney Stadium in Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 18 1964)

The Beatles wave to fans from hotel balcony in Sydney, Australia 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 18 1964)


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(Thursday, June 18, 1964) — The Beatles ventured onto the balcony of their top-floor suite at the Sheraton Hotel in Sydney, Australia, today to wave to fans. Continue reading The Beatles wave to fans from hotel balcony in Sydney, Australia 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 18 1964)

Beatles Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr interviewed Sheraton Hotel in Sydney, Australia 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 18 1964)


Video: 'Interview with DJ Bob Rogers and DJ Mike Walsh - Australia, June 1964 - The Beatles: The Interviews' (June 18, 1964, at 0:00-1:49)

(Thursday, June 18, 1964, afternoon Australian Eastern Standard Time) — Paul McCartney, celebrating his 22nd birthday, and Ringo Starr of The Beatles were interviewed today at Sheraton Motel Hotel in Sydney, Australia by Bob Rogers and Mike Walsh for broadcast on radio station 2SM. Continue reading Beatles Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr interviewed Sheraton Hotel in Sydney, Australia 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 18 1964)

The Beatles arrive at Mascot International Airport in Sydney, Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 18 1964)


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(Thursday, June 18, 1964, 11:40 a.m. AEST) — The Beatles arrived at Mascot International Airport in Sydney, Australia, this morning on a flight from Melbourne, greeted by 1,200 fans. Continue reading The Beatles arrive at Mascot International Airport in Sydney, Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 18 1964)

The Beatles final show at Festival Hall in Melbourne, Australia videotaped 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 17 1964)


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(Wednesday, June 17, 1964, The Beatles appeared after multiple opening acts, which were scheduled to begin at 8:45 p.m. AEST) — The Beatles performed their sixth and final show in three days tonight at Festival Hall in Melbourne, Australia, videotaped by TCN Channel 9 before a crowd of 7,500 for airing July 1, 1964. Continue reading The Beatles final show at Festival Hall in Melbourne, Australia videotaped 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 17 1964)

The Beatles perform at Festival Hall in Melbourne, Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 17 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles - Live At The Melbourne Festival Hall - June 17th, 1964 (Early Performance)'

(Wednesday, June 17, 1964, The Beatles appeared after multiple opening acts were scheduled to begin performing at 6:00 p.m. AEST) — The Beatles performed the fifth of six shows in three days tonight at Festival Hall in Melbourne, Australia, before a crowd of 7,500. Continue reading The Beatles perform at Festival Hall in Melbourne, Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 17 1964)

The Beatles wave to 15,000 fans at Melbourne Town Hall in Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 16 1964)


Video: 'Beatles Down Under Part 6' (June 16, 1964, at 6:13-6:30)

(Tuesday, June 16, 1964, 1:00 p.m. AEST) — The Beatles were filmed today waving to a crowd of 15,000 from the balcony at Melbourne Town Hall in Australia. Continue reading The Beatles wave to 15,000 fans at Melbourne Town Hall in Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 16 1964)

Beatle John Lennon interviewed in Melbourne 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 15 1964)


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(Monday, June 15, 1964) — John Lennon of The Beatles filmed an interview with Australian reporter Malcolm Searle today at the Southern Cross Hotel in Melbourne, Australia. Continue reading Beatle John Lennon interviewed in Melbourne 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 15 1964)

Five Beatles hold a press conference in Melbourne 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1964)


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(Sunday, June 14, 1964, evening Australian Eastern Standard Time) — The Beatles, reunited with drummer Ringo Starr, plus Starr’s temporary replacement of 12 days (due to Ringo’s illness), Jimmie Nicol, held a one-time joint conference at Southern Cross Hotel in Melbourne. Continue reading Five Beatles hold a press conference in Melbourne 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1964)