Ridiculous Crime

"Ladies and Gentlemen, Los Beetles (Americanos)!"

May 27, 2025
A clever Florida promoter thought he could cash in on Beatlemania by creating a tribute band, the American Beetles, to tour South America. Chaos ensues as fans mistake them for the real deal, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and identity crises. Along the way, they navigate politically charged environments in Argentina and Brazil, where censorship complicates their performances. Throw in some comical anecdotes of teen fandoms and a wild meeting between The Beatles and Bob Dylan, and you have a whirlwind of musical mishaps and cultural commentary.
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American Beatles' Origin Story

  • In 1964, a Florida band called the Ardells rebranded as the American Beatles to cash in on Beatlesmania.
  • They grew their hair and dressed like the Beatles, performing as a fun joke that attracted big crowds.
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Fake Beatles' South America Tour Chaos

  • The American Beatles were booked for a South American tour with misleading press claiming they were the real Beatles.
  • This caused massive fan hysteria in Buenos Aires, resulting in chaos and even jail time at the airport.
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Wrestlers Escort Fake Beatles

  • Argentine media mogul Alejandro Rome enlisted professional wrestlers to protect the fake Beatles from police and crazed fans at the airport.
  • The wrestlers formed a protective V to escort the band through the chaotic crowd to safety.
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