Category Archives: 1960s

The Beatles charm Dallas press with wit and humor during North American tour stop 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 18 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles Visit Texas - Bert Shipp Full Interview' (TV interview at 0:28)

(Friday, September 18, 1964, press conference at 7:30 p.m. CDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles, in the midst of their first full North American tour, brought their trademark wit and charm to Dallas this evening during a news conference at Memorial Auditorium. Continue reading The Beatles charm Dallas press with wit and humor during North American tour stop 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 18 1964)

The Beatles rock 20,207 fans in Kansas City, but empty seats sting promoter 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 17 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles Live At The Municipal Stadium, Kansas City, USA (Thursday 17th September 1964)'

(Thursday, September 17, 1964, the concert was scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. CDT; The Beatles appeared after opening acts Jack Nead and the Jumping Jacks, The Bill Black Combo, The Exciters, Clarence “Frogman” Henry, and Jackie DeShannon; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles electrified Municipal Stadium tonight, but a less-than-anticipated crowd dampened the overall euphoria. Continue reading The Beatles rock 20,207 fans in Kansas City, but empty seats sting promoter 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 17 1964)

The Beatles swap New Orleans sightseeing trip for Kansas City after $150,000 offer 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 17 1964)


Video: 'BeATLeS'64 goin' To KaNsaS CiTy The Beatles'

(Thursday, September 17, 1964, evening CDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — A sightseeing trip to New Orleans was abruptly altered for The Beatles today when a lucrative offer lured the British invasion to the Midwest. Continue reading The Beatles swap New Orleans sightseeing trip for Kansas City after $150,000 offer 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 17 1964)

Sean Connery absent at ‘Goldfinger’ premiere in London as third James Bond film debuts 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 17 1964)


Video: 'Goldfinger' (trailer)

(Thursday, September 17, 1964, 8:15 p.m. BST)Goldfinger, the third installment in the James Bond series produced by Eon Productions, premiered tonight at the Odeon Leicester Square. Continue reading Sean Connery absent at ‘Goldfinger’ premiere in London as third James Bond film debuts 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 17 1964)

The Beatles thrill fans in New Orleans after meeting Fats Domino 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 16 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles Live At The City Park Stadium, New Orleans, USA (Wednesday 16th September 1964)'

(Wednesday, September 16, 1964, 9:25 p.m. CDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles performed tonight at City Park Stadium in New Orleans during the band’s 22nd stop of their first full North American tour. Continue reading The Beatles thrill fans in New Orleans after meeting Fats Domino 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 16 1964)

The Beatles’ Cleveland concert temporarily halted amid fan chaos 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 15 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles Live At The Public Auditorium, Cleveland, USA (Tuesday 15th September 1964)'

(Tuesday, September 15, 1964, approximately 9:45 p.m. EDT during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles’ highly anticipated performance at Cleveland’s Public Auditorium was briefly stopped tonight after fans broke through a police line and rushed the stage, forcing local authorities to intervene for safety concerns. Continue reading The Beatles’ Cleveland concert temporarily halted amid fan chaos 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 15 1964)

The Beatles hold two press conferences in Cleveland 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 15 1964)


Video: 'THE BEATLES IN CLEVELAND 1964 FANS & PRESS CONFERENCE BEATLEMANIA IN OHIO!'

(Tuesday, September 15, 1964 during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles held a two press conferences (one to all members of the press, the second for the benefit of WHK Radio contest winners) today at the Sheraton Hotel before their concert in Cleveland during the band’s 21st stop of their first full North American tour. Continue reading The Beatles hold two press conferences in Cleveland 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 15 1964)

The Beatles thrill 12,603 fans at Pittsburgh’s Civic Arena 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 14 1964)


Video: 'Beatles at the Civic Arena, Pgh 9/14/1964'

(Monday, September 14, 1964, approximately 9:45 p.m. EDT during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles performed to a packed audience of 12,603 fans tonight at the Civic Arena in Pittsburgh, marking the iconic band’s only performance in the city. Continue reading The Beatles thrill 12,603 fans at Pittsburgh’s Civic Arena 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 14 1964)

The Beatles perform first of two sold-out shows at Baltimore Civic Center 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 13 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles Live At The Civic Center, Baltimore, USA (Sunday 13th September 1964)'

(Sunday, September 13, 1964, The Beatles appeared on stage at approximately 5:15 p.m. and again at 9:50 p.m. EDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles made their only visit to Baltimore today, performing two sold-out shows at the Civic Center to a combined audience of 28,000 fans. Continue reading The Beatles perform first of two sold-out shows at Baltimore Civic Center 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 13 1964)

The Beatles dazzle 13,909 fans in historic Boston Garden concert 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 12 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles Live At The Boston Garden, Boston, USA (Saturday 12th September 1964)'

(Saturday, September 12, 1964, evening EDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles delivered an electrifying performance tonight at the Boston Garden, thrilling 13,909 enthusiastic fans in what was their only visit to the iconic venue. Continue reading The Beatles dazzle 13,909 fans in historic Boston Garden concert 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 12 1964)