Episode 100: “Love Me Do” by the Beatles
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
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The Beatles Got a Record Contract
A song plugger called Kim Bennett hits up on the idea that would lead to the Beatles success. Ardmore and Beachwood really wanted those songs, and they knew that the Beatles were only interested in making records. The publishing company would then get two copyright that it could perhaps use for successful artists like Cliff Richard or Adam Faith - and the Beatles would get to make a record. EMI didn't like the idea at first; but eventually they were worn down by Bennett's persistence.
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