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)

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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) →

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)

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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) →

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

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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) →

Horn overdubs for Ringo Starr’s ‘No No Song’ and ‘(It’s All Da-Da-Down To) Goodnight Vienna’ recorded in Los Angeles 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 18 1974)

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Video: 'No-No Song'

(Wednesday, September 18, 1974, 3:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. PDT) — Horn overdubs for Ringo Starr’s “No No Song” and “(It’s All Da-Da-Down To) Goodnight Vienna,” written by fellow ex-Beatle John Lennon, were recorded tonight at Sunset Sound in the Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, for the former Beatle’s second rock solo studio album, Goodnight Vienna. Continue reading Horn overdubs for Ringo Starr’s ‘No No Song’ and ‘(It’s All Da-Da-Down To) Goodnight Vienna’ recorded in Los Angeles 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 18 1974) →

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

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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)

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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) →

Horn overdubs for Ringo Starr’s ‘Snookeroo’ recorded in Los Angeles 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay (Sep 17 1974)

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Video: 'Snookeroo'

(Tuesday, September 17, 1974, 3:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. PDT) — Horn overdubs for Ringo Starr’s “Snookeroo,” written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin, were recorded tonight at Sunset Sound in the Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, for the former Beatle’s second rock solo studio album, Goodnight Vienna. Continue reading Horn overdubs for Ringo Starr’s ‘Snookeroo’ recorded in Los Angeles 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay (Sep 17 1974) →

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

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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) →