February 12, 1970 –The BBC program Top of the Pops aired a performance clip of John Lennon’s single Instant Karma! on this date, which was taped just the day before. John Lennon wrote and recorded this song in one day, which was either January 26 or 27, 1970, depending on the source. It was unusualContinue reading “Instant Karma got us for the first time”
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The Beatles’ whimsy on full display
November 27, 1967 –Magical Mystery Tour was released in the United States as an album on this date, following its initial release as a double EP in the UK earlier that year. The album featured songs from the Beatles‘ television film of the same name, along with several non-album singles, including Penny Lane, Strawberry FieldsContinue reading “The Beatles’ whimsy on full display”
