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The four moments that made The Beatles

Apr 24, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Ringo's Early Insecurity

  • Ringo Starr faced humiliation when asked to step aside for a session drummer on their first recording, despite just joining the band.
  • This moment of insecurity shaped his feeling of being fourth to the core trio of John, Paul, and George.
INSIGHT

John's 1966 Turning Point

  • The year 1966 marked a pivot from touring to studio recording due to backlash from John's "bigger than Jesus" remark.
  • John Lennon's conviction grew stronger, transforming him into a spokesperson for cultural and political issues.
INSIGHT

India Trip Reveals Tensions

  • The Beatles' 1968 trip to India revealed cracks as George Harrison embraced Indian culture, growing as a creative force.
  • George's rise challenged John and Paul's leadership, intensifying internal tensions within the group.
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