435 results for 'Beatles'

Danny Goldberg's In Search of the Lost Chord is a subjective history of 1967, a pivotal year that saw the release of groundbreaking music, the rise of counterculture, and the tumultuous politics of...

The story of Rickenbacker Guitars is one of innovation and creativity. From its humble beginnings in 1931 with George Beauchamp's invention of the world's first commercially viable electric guitar,...

George Harrison's life was marked by both incredible success and turmoil. As a key member of one of the most influential bands in history, he composed timeless songs like 'Something' and 'Here Comes...

Jimmy Hoffa: The Controversial Life and Disappearance of the Godfather of the Teamsters The life of Jimmy Hoffa, once described as the second most powerful man in America, is a tale of both respect...

Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell What makes an extreme overachiever? For centuries, people have searched for the secret to accomplishing great things. In this book, Malcolm Gladwell...

Paul McCartney: A Life of Genius and Turmoil This biography offers a deeply personal and intimate portrait of one of music's most enduring figures. With unprecedented access to family members and...

John Lennon's music career was marked by a major legal battle that has largely gone unreported. In 1975, Morris Levy, the owner of Roulette Records, released an unauthorized version of John's Rock...

The Walrus Was Paul: Uncovering the Beatles' Most Enduring Puzzle In 1960s rock 'n' roll, a mysterious rumor spread like wildfire: Paul McCartney had been replaced by a lookalike after his supposed...

Top of the Pops 50th Anniversary is a comprehensive history of one of Britain's most iconic television programs. Spanning nearly half a century, this book explores the show's evolution from its...

Gerald Dawe's Looking Through You: Northern Chronicles is a personal and evocative memoir that explores the musical, literary and artistic influences that shaped his awakening as a poet. Set against...

Electric Wizards: A Tapestry of Heavy Music from 1968 to the Present A comprehensive exploration of the evolution and diversity of heavy music, tracing its development from the Beatles' "Helter...

Dear Prudence: The Story Behind the Song by Prudence Farrow Bruns The Beatles' iconic ballad "Dear Prudence" is a timeless song that has captured the hearts of millions. But who was Prudence, and...

The Monkees' story is one of both incredible success and brutal ostracism. Between 1966 and 1967, they sold more records than the Beatles and the Rolling Stones combined, and their TV series raised...

Paul McCartney and Wings: A Turbulent Decade The story of Paul McCartney's post-Beatles years is one of drama and creativity. After forming Wings with his wife Linda, ex-Moody Blues guitarist Denny...

Duck Soup: A Study in Satire and Comedy. The Marx Brothers' 1933 film Duck Soup is widely regarded as their most quintessential comedy. Initially met with critical failure and box-office...

Destruction Was My Beatrice: A History of Dada. In 1916, a group of bohemians gathered at a small cabaret in Zurich, Switzerland, to create something new and provocative. Over the course of four...

The Rolling Stones and Philosophy It's Just a Thought Away By Luke Dick and George A. Reisch The Rolling Stones have become an integral part of our cultural heritage, their music and career spanning...

Boy Bands and the Performance of Pop Masculinity by Georgina Gregory explores the history of boy bands from the Beatles to One Direction, placing them within the broader context of popular music and...

The Hofner Violin Bass Guitar is one of the most instantly recognizable instruments ever made. Its fame was cemented in 1961 when a young English guitarist walked into a shop in Hamburg and ordered a...

Bobby Vee's music career began unexpectedly after the tragic loss of Buddy Holly's plane. He answered a call to carry on the Winter Dance Party, a serendipitous start to a highly successful career in...

Thinking About Tomorrow: Excerpts from the Life of Keith West is a memoir that delves into the life and career of a rock and roll survivor. From his early days inspired by Elvis in the 1950s to his...

Norwich in the 1960s: Ten Years That Altered a City The 1960s brought significant changes to Norwich, building on the transformations that had begun in the 1950s. Widespread road improvements and the...

Music A Fold-Out Graphic History by Nicholas O'Neill and Susan Hayes is a richly illustrated timeline of music's history from 60,000 years ago to the present day. Published in partnership with the...

A lively chronicle of 1965, the year that shaped popular music forever. This book explores how friendly rivalry between musicians turned rock into the premier art form of its time, accelerating...

In 1970, pop music was in trouble. The Beatles had broken up and Pink Floyd had given up on singles altogether. But help was on its way. In this comprehensive chronicle, music historian Will...

Charles Manson Coming Down Fast: A Chilling Biography by Simon Wells. In the summer of 1969, a series of brutal murders shocked the nation. Seven people were brutally killed, including actress Sharon...

Bent Coppers: The Story of the Man Who Arrested John Lennon, George Harrison and Brian Jones In 1967, London was gripped by an explosion of recreational drugs, fueling a growing hippy culture that...

Dogs 101 Amazing Dog Fun Facts And Trivia For Kids is an engaging and informative book that explores the fascinating world of canine behavior. With over 100 interesting facts and trivia, this fun dog...

The Devil's Music: How Christians Inspired, Condemned, and Embraced Rock 'n' Roll By Randall J. Stephens Rock music's origins are deeply rooted in the energetic Southern Pentecostal churches where...

The Sensational Alex Harvey Band On Track Every Album, Every Song by Peter Gallagher Alex Harvey was at the forefront of British rock and roll from its inception. He won a contest to become...

The Monkees Matter: Teenagers, Television and American Pop Culture The Monkees' hit television show, which aired from 1966 to 1968, was a groundbreaking comedy series that earned two Emmy Awards. Its...

Treasures of British History: 50 Key Documents that Shaped the Nation's Story Explore the pivotal moments in English history through 50 key documents, carefully curated by celebrated historians Peter...

David Hamilton's Long and Winding Road chronicles his remarkable journey from a remote farm in Sussex, where he dreamt of the bright lights, to a broadcasting career spanning seven decades across the...

The Number Ones: Twenty Chart-Topping Hits That Reveal the History of Pop Music by Tom Breihan. In this fascinating narrative, music critic Tom Breihan explores the history of popular music through...

The Show That Never Ends: The Rise and Fall of Prog Rock By David Weigel National Geographic Books, 2018 This is the story of progressive rock, a genre that dominated the 1970s charts with its...