I’m a Loser – Song by The Beatles
Written by: Lennon-McCartney Recorded Date: August 14, 1964 Producer: George Martin Engineer: Norman Smith Release Dates: December 4, 1964 (UK), December 15, 1964 (US) Available on Albums: Beatles For Sale Live At The BBC Personnel John Lennon: vocals, acoustic rhythm…
Strawberry Fields Forever – Song by The Beatles
Main Writer: Lennon Recorded: November 24, 28 and 29, December 8, 9, 15, 21 and 22, 1966 Released: February 13, 1967 9 weeks; no. 8 About The Song In September 1966, John Lennon penned “Strawberry Fields Forever” while in Spain during the filming…
The Beatles – A Day in the Life
Written by: Lennon-McCartney Recorded: 19, 20 January; 3, 10, 22 February 1967 Producer: George Martin Engineer: Geoff Emerick Released: 1 June 1967 (UK), 2 June 1967 (US) Available on: Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band; Anthology 2; Love Personnel John Lennon: vocals, acoustic guitar, piano Paul McCartney: vocals, piano, bass George Harrison:…
Cry Baby Cry – Song by The Beatles
Written by: Lennon-McCartney Recorded: 15, 16, 18 July 1968 Producer: George Martin Engineers: Geoff Emerick, Ken Scott Released: 22 November 1968 (UK), 25 November 1968 (US) Available on: The Beatles (White Album) Anthology 3 Personnel John Lennon: vocals, acoustic guitar, piano, organ Paul McCartney: bass George Harrison: lead guitar Ringo…
Yes It Is – Song by The Beatles
Main Writer: Lennon Recorded: February 16, 1965 Released: April 19, 1965 4 weeks; No. 46 (B side) As he was with much of his early work, Lennon was dismissive of “Yes It Is”; he said it was “me trying a rewrite of ‘This…
The Night Before – Song by The Beatles
Written by: Lennon-McCartney Recorded: 17 February 1965 Producer: George Martin Engineer: Norman Smith Released: 6 August 1965 (UK), 13 August 1965 (US) Available on: Help! Personnel Paul McCartney: vocals, bass, lead guitar John Lennon: harmony vocals, electric piano George Harrison: harmony vocals, lead guitar Ringo Starr: drums, percussion…
The Beatles – Twist & Shout
About the Song Twist and Shout! Feel the Beat of a Generation Close your eyes, and for a moment, imagine yourself amidst a sea of bobbing heads and ecstatic grins. The air crackles with anticipation, a collective yearning for release….
Glen Campbell – Wichita Lineman
About the song Glen Campbell’s “Wichita Lineman” is a classic country song that has stood the test of time since its release in 1968. The song, written by Jimmy Webb, tells the story of a lonely lineman working on…
Billy Fury – Like I’ve Never Been Gone
About the song It’s been over three decades since the legendary British rock and roll singer Billy Fury passed away, but with the release of the album “Like I’ve Never Been Gone,” his music and legacy are being celebrated…
Glen Campbell – By The Time I Get To Phoenix
About the song Glen Campbell was a legendary American singer, songwriter, and guitarist, known for his smooth voice and timeless hits. One of his most famous songs, “By The Time I Get To Phoenix,” has become a classic in…