Video: 'Universal Newsreel'
(Wednesday, October 14, 1964) — In a swift and unexpected political shake-up, Nikita Khrushchev, the dominant figure of the Soviet Union for more than a decade, was forced into retirement today by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU). Continue reading Nikita Khrushchev deposed as leader of Soviet Union in surprise move by Communist Party 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 14 1964)
Video: 'SPOT THE FAKE Introducing Songs Pictures And Stories Of The Fabulous Beatles'
(Monday, October 12, 1964) — Songs, Pictures and Stories of the Fabulous Beatles by The Beatles, Vee Jay’s final attempt to cash in on their soon-to-be expired license agreement to release recordings by the band, was released in the U.S. today. Continue reading ‘Songs, Pictures and Stories of the Fabulous Beatles’ album by The Beatles released in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 12 1964)
(Saturday, October 10, 1964) — “Slow Down” by The Beatles peaked at #25 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘Slow Down’ by The Beatles peaks at #25 in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 10 1964)
Video: 'THE BEATLES AT BRADFORD'S GAUMONT ~ FRIDAY 9th OCTOBER 1964 (Podcast 2)'
(Friday, October 9, 1964, 6:15 p.m. BST; during The Beatles’ 1964 Autumn UK Tour) — The Beatles celebrated John Lennon’s 24th birthday in style tonight, launching their 1964 Autumn UK Tour with a thrilling performance at the Gaumont Cinema in central Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. Continue reading The Beatles kick off 1964 Autumn UK Tour on John Lennon’s birthday in Bradford 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 9 1964)
Video: 'She's A Woman (Remastered 2009)'
(Thursday, October 8, 1964, 7:00-10:00 p.m. BST) — The Beatles completed what would become the B-side of their next single this evening, recording overdubs onto take six of “She’s A Woman” at EMI Studio 2 in London. Continue reading The Beatles complete recording of ‘She’s A Woman’ in London 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 8 1964)
Video: 'The Beatles She's A Woman (Take 1)'
(Thursday, October 8, 1964, 3:30-5:30 p.m. BST) — The Beatles returned to London’s EMI Studios today to work on what would become the B-side of their forthcoming Christmas single. Continue reading The Beatles record early takes of ‘She’s A Woman’ in London 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 8 1964)
Video: 'Eight Days A Week (Anthology 1 Version / False Starts)' (Takes 3 & 4)
(Tuesday, October 6, 1964, 3:00-6:45 p.m. BST; during Beatles For Sale sessions) — The Beatles continued production of their fourth album Beatles For Sale today, recording early takes of “Eight Days A Week” at EMI Studio 2 in London. Continue reading The Beatles record early takes of ‘Eight Days A Week’ 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 6 1964)
(Saturday, October 5, 1974) — “Beach Baby” by The First Class peaked at #4 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two weeks. Continue reading ‘Beach Baby’ by The First Class peaks at #4 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 5 1974)
Video: 'Ain't She Sweet'
(Monday, October 5, 1964) — Ain’t She Sweet, a compilation album featuring four tracks recorded in Hamburg in 1961 by The Beatles (with Pete Best on drums) and featuring Tony Sheridan on vocals (except for the title song with vocal by John Lennon), was released today in the U.S. Continue reading ‘Ain’t She Sweet’ compilation album by The Beatles and others released in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 5 1964)
(Saturday, October 3, 1964) — “Baby I Need Your Loving” by the Four Tops peaked at #11 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘Baby I Need Your Loving’ by Four Tops peaks at #11 in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 3 1964)
