The Beatles Bible

The Beatles' songs, albums, photos, places and much more, including a day-by-day guide to their career from 1957 to 1970 and beyond, plus profiles of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr and many others.
The Beatles' songs, albums, photos, places and much more, including a day-by-day guide to their career from 1957 to 1970 and beyond, plus profiles of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr and many others.
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Welcome to the Beatles Bible!

Yellow SubmarineLatest update: exclusive interview with Raymond Jones, who in 1961 bought My Bonnie from Brian Epstein's record store in Liverpool. Read Ray's story and get the truth behind the legend!

Yellow SubmarineIn this site you'll find a wealth of information about The Beatles, from their earliest days to the final recording sessions in 1970. We have:

  • Detailed guides to all The Beatles' songs, including recording and release dates and fascinating facts - including extended articles on their 1967 masterpieces: Strawberry Fields Forever, A Day In The Life and I Am The Walrus.
  • Info on all the essential Beatles albums you need to complete your collection, from Please Please Me to Abbey Road and beyond.
  • Beatle people - those connected to the Fab Four: profiles of John, Paul, George and Ringo, plus George Martin, Brian Epstein and many more.
  • Beatles features, including India, drugs, the drop-T logo, Abbey Road and the 'Paul is dead' myth.
  • A day-by-day guide to The Beatles' history, from their births to the breakup and beyond.
  • A map of the places they remembered, though some have changed.
  • DIscographies from selected countries around the world.
  • And don't forget the fab forum - complete with Beatles smileys!
    John Lennon Paul McCartney George Harrison Ringo Starr George Martin Brian Epstein Blue Meanie

Do take a good look around, and please bookmark this site and come back from time to time, as more information is added each week.

Having been some days in preparation, a splendid time is guaranteed for all!

Song of the day

The Night Before

Help! album coverWritten mainly by Paul McCartney, The Night Before was featured in the Help! film during a scene filmed on England's Salisbury Plain. Read more »

Did you know?

Both Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr are left-handed.

Beatles map

Map showing Abbey Road Studios, London

In the spotlight

Allen Klein

The notorious and pugnacious manager of artists including The Rolling Stones and Sam Cooke, Allen Klein took control of The Beatles' business affairs in 1969, following the death of Brian Epstein. Read more »

I want to tell you...

"We're going to send two acorns for peace to every world leader from John and Yoko. Perhaps if they plant them and watch them grow they may get the idea into their heads." - John Lennon

Album of the month

Rubber Soul

Rubber Soul album coverThe Beatles' sixth UK album and 11th US long-player, Rubber Soul showed the group maturing from their earlier pop performances, exploring different styles of songwriting and instrumentation, and pushing boundaries inside the studio. Read more »

Featured article

Charles Manson and Helter Skelter

One of the darkest aspects of The Beatles' story was the belief, by the psychopathic murderer Charles Manson and his 'Family' of followers, that the group's songs incited violence and depicted armageddon. Read more »

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  • On this day in Beatles history

    • 1968: Ringo Starr rejoins The Beatles
    • 1964: Live: State Fair Coliseum, Indianapolis
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    Want more? Visit the Beatles history section.

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  • Things we said today

    • vonbontee on Raymond Jones interview
    • Julian on I Want To Hold Your Hand
    • Joe on Raymond Jones interview
    • Joe on Raymond Jones interview
    • Joe on UK LP: Rubber Soul
  • From the forum

    • What does Paul say at the end of "Cry Baby Cry?"

      posted in forum The songs  by paulsbass

    • Bass: Paul v. George

      posted in forum Recording and musicology  by paulsbass

    • Raymond Jones.

      posted in forum Yesterday... and today  by mithveaen

    • About my name...

      posted in forum All together now  by mithveaen

    • Most played song in iTunes (or a similar program)

      posted in forum The songs  by DrRobert9

  • In the gallery

    Spencer Leigh's inscription for Raymond Jones in his book The Best Of Fellas 1960_bambi_kino_03 George Harrison lyrics: Only A Dream George Harrison
  • Buy on Amazon

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      The Beatles. EMI 2009, Audio CD, $174.99

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    • Signature Box

      John Lennon. Capitol 2010, Audio CD, $151.99

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  • Come together

    This fan site is in no way associated with or endorsed by The Beatles, Apple Corps Ltd, associated organisations or any members of The Beatles or their representatives. It is intended as a tribute to the greatest group of all time, to try - in a small way - to help introduce their music to new generations of fans.

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