Category Archives: 1960s

‘Love in the Open Air’/’Theme From ‘The Family Way” single by George Martin Orchestra released 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 23 1966)

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Video: 'Love In The Open Air 'The Family Way' Paul McCartney (1966) (HQ)'

(Friday, December 23, 1966) — “Love in the Open Air” backed with “Theme From ‘The Family Way'” by Beatles’ producer George Martin & His Orchestra, two tracks from the The Family Way (Original Soundtrack Album), were released as a single today, featuring Paul McCartney of The Beatles as composer. Continue reading ‘Love in the Open Air’/’Theme From ‘The Family Way” single by George Martin Orchestra released 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 23 1966) →

The Beatles complete recording ‘Strawberry Fields Forever’ 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 21 1966)

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Video: 'Strawberry Fields Forever - Take 26 (RM9)'

(Wednesday, December 21, 1966, 10:00-11:45 p.m. GMT) — The Beatles completed recording “Strawberry Fields Forever” tonight at EMI Studio 2 in London as John Lennon re-recorded his lead vocals, accompanied by snare drum and occasional piano. Continue reading The Beatles complete recording ‘Strawberry Fields Forever’ 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 21 1966) →

The Beatles finish recording ‘When I’m Sixty-Four’ 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 21 1966)

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Video: 'When I'm Sixty-Four- The Beatles (Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band)'

(Wednesday, December 21, 1966, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. GMT) — The Beatles completed recording “When I’m Sixty-Four” tonight at EMI Studio 2 in London with the overdub of a clarinet part scored by George Martin. Continue reading The Beatles finish recording ‘When I’m Sixty-Four’ 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 21 1966) →

The Beatles deny rumors of internal rift in separate ITN interviews 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 20 1966)

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Video: 'The Beatles on EMI Studios, London - December 20, 1966'

(Tuesday, December 20, 1966, afternoon/evening GMT) — With speculation mounting about The Beatles’ future, members of the group were interviewed separately today for the Dec. 29, 1966, edition of ITN’s weekly television series Reporting ’66 outside EMI Studios in London as they arrived for their evening recording session. Continue reading The Beatles deny rumors of internal rift in separate ITN interviews 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 20 1966) →

‘Blowup’ premieres in New York City 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 18 1966)

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Video: 'Blowup' (trailer)

(Sunday, December 18, 1966, 7:45 p.m. EST) — Blowup, a British-Italian film about a fashion photographer who believes he has unwittingly captured a murder on film, premiered tonight at the Coronet theatre in New York City. Continue reading ‘Blowup’ premieres in New York City 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 18 1966) →

‘Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!’ debuts on CBS-TV 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 18 1966)

1960s, Christmas, Television 1960s


Video: '"Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas!" - Full TV Special Cartoon (Aired December 18, 1966)'

(Sunday, December 18, 1966, 7:00 p.m. EST) — Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, a Christmas animated musical comedy television special based on the eponymous children’s book by Dr. Seuss, premiered tonight on CBS. Continue reading ‘Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!’ debuts on CBS-TV 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 18 1966) →

Paul McCartney attends ‘The Family Way’ premiere in London 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 18 1966)

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Video: 'The Family Way (1966)'

(Sunday, December 18, 1966) — Paul McCartney and girlfriend Jane Asher attended the premiere of The Family Way, a British comedy-drama film about two young newlyweds whose marriage has yet to be consummated, today at London’s Warner Cinema. Continue reading Paul McCartney attends ‘The Family Way’ premiere in London 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 18 1966) →

The Beatles release ‘Pantomime: Everywhere It’s Christmas’ 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 16 1966)

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Video: 'Everywhere It's Christmas - The Beatles (1966)'

(Friday, December 16, 1966) — The Beatles’ fourth Christmas record, “Pantomime: Everywhere It’s Christmas,” was sent to members of band’s UK fan club today. Continue reading The Beatles release ‘Pantomime: Everywhere It’s Christmas’ 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 16 1966) →

Jimi Hendrix Experience releases ‘Hey Joe’/’Stone Free’ debut single 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 16 1966)

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Video: 'The Jimi Hendrix Experience - Hey Joe (Official Audio)'

(Friday, December 16, 1966) — The Jimi Hendrix Experience released their debut single “Hey Joe”/“Stone Free” today in Britain. Continue reading Jimi Hendrix Experience releases ‘Hey Joe’/’Stone Free’ debut single 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 16 1966) →