Video: 'The Beatles - What You're Doing? (take 11 - rehearsal)'

(Tuesday, September 30, 1964, 6:30-10:30 p.m. BST; during sessions for Beatles For Sale) — The Beatles resumed production on their forthcoming album, Beatles For Sale, this evening, recording an early take of “What You’re Doing” and completing the track “No Reply” during an intense session at EMI Studio 2 in London. Continue reading The Beatles record early take of ‘What You’re Doing’ and complete ‘No Reply’ in London studio 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 30 1964) →

Video: 'Every Little Thing (Remastered 2009)'

(Tuesday, September 30, 1964, 2:30-5:30 p.m. BST; during sessions for Beatles For Sale) — The Beatles pressed forward in the production of their fourth studio album this afternoon, wrapping up work on the track “Every Little Thing” at EMI Studio 2 in London. Continue reading The Beatles record ‘Every Little Thing’ in London for fourth studio album 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 30 1964) →

Video: 'I Don't Want To Spoil The Party (Remastered 2009)'

(Tuesday, September 29, 1964, 2:30-10:45 p.m. BST with a break between 6:30-7:00 p.m.; during sessions for Beatles For Sale) — Barely a week after returning from their historic North American tour, The Beatles wasted no time getting back to work, reconvening today at EMI Studios in London to continue recording sessions for their eagerly anticipated fourth studio album. Continue reading The Beatles return to EMI Studios in London to record ‘I Don’t Want To Spoil The Party’ for fourth studio album 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 29 1964) →

Video: 'Beatles Anthology Part 4 '64 August to '65 August' (Sept. 21, 1964, at 17:58-18:25)

(Monday, September 21, 1964, 9:35 p.m. BST; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles arrived back at London Airport (now Heathrow) this evening, concluding their groundbreaking first North American tour. Continue reading The Beatles return to London after triumphant North American tour, greeted by thousands of fans 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 21 1964) →

Video: 'The Beatles Live At The Paramount Theatre, New York, USA (Sunday 20th September 1964)'

(Sunday, September 20, 1964, approximately 10:00 p.m. EDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles brought their first full North American tour to a close with a special charity concert tonight at the Paramount Theatre in New York City. Continue reading The Beatles wrap up North American tour with charity concert in New York City 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 20 1964) →

Video: 'Ozarks Life Vault: The Beatles visit the Ozarks'

(Saturday, September 19, 1964; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — After thrilling a crowd of 10,000 fans in Dallas, Texas, The Beatles retreated to a secluded ranch today in Missouri for a much-needed day of rest and relaxation before heading to New York for the final concert of their first full North American tour. Continue reading The Beatles escape to Missouri ranch for rest and recreation before final show on first full North American tour 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 19 1964) →

Video: 'The Beatles - Live At Dallas Memorial Auditorium - September 18th, 1964'

(Friday, September 18, 1964, evening CDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles brought their electrifying presence to Dallas Memorial Auditorium tonight, performing for a sold-out crowd of 10,000 fans despite a bomb scare that briefly delayed the concert. Continue reading The Beatles thrill 10,000 fans in Dallas amid bomb scare and high energy performance 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) →

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) →

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) →