Posts Categorized: Miscellaneous

The Beatles lose control of Northern Songs

In April 1969, The Beatles held 27% of the capital in their publishing company Northern Songs. They wished, however, to take full control of the company, after their former partner and publisher Dick James had opened secret negotiations to sell to television executive Lew Grade.

Maclen (Music) Limited begins legal proceedings against Northern Songs

On this day Maclen (Music) Limited began legal proceedings against Northern Songs, the company founded by music publisher Dick James, Brian Epstein, John Lennon and Paul McCartney in 1963 to publish Lennon-McCartney songs.

The Plastic Ono Band relax in Toronto

Following their live debut at the Toronto Rock and Roll Revival festival, the Plastic Ono Band were taken to the private estate owned by wealthy Canadian businessman John David Eaton.

Apple holds a launch party for Radha Krsna Temple

Apple Records threw a party for Radha Krsna Temple, the day before the release of their debut single Hare Krishna Mantra.

John Lennon and Yoko Ono move into Tittenhurst Park

John Lennon and Yoko Ono moved into their mansion, Tittenhurst Park in Ascot, Berkshire.

Ringo Starr, John Lennon and Paul McCartney attend a wrap party for The Magic Christian

A party to celebrate the completion of principal photography for The Magic Christian was held on this evening.

John Lennon and Yoko Ono buy Tittenhurst Park

On this day John Lennon and Yoko Ono bought their first home together, Tittenhurst Park in Ascot, Berkshire.

Launch party for Mary Hopkin's album Postcard

A party to celebrate the launch of Mary Hopkin's debut album Postcard was held on this day.

George Harrison invites Hell's Angels to Apple

On this day George Harrison circulated a memo at Apple to tell staff that he had invited a group of Hell's Angels to California to stay at 3 Savile Row.

George Harrison forms music publishing company Singsong Ltd

Although he had bought Mornyork Ltd in September 1964, which became Harrisongs Ltd in December that year, on this day George Harrison set up a second music publishing company, Singsong Ltd.

John Lennon and Yoko Ono attend an Ossie Clark fashion show

The London nighclub Revolution held a series of fashion shows during the 1960s. On this occasion one of them was attended by John Lennon and Yoko Ono.

The Apple Boutique closes down

The Beatles decided the previous day to close down their Apple Boutique in Baker Street, and announced that they would give away the stock. Members of the public queued throughout the night for a chance of getting a free item.

The Beatles move into the Apple headquarters at 3 Savile Row, London

The Beatles had purchased 3 Savile Row in London on 22 June 1968, for £500,000. On this day they moved into the building.

Paul McCartney addresses Capitol Records conference

On this day Paul McCartney addressed a sales conference attended by executives from Capitol Records, where he announced that all future Beatles records would be released through the group's Apple Records label.

The Beatles purchase Apple headquarters at 3 Savile Row, London

On this day The Beatles bought a five-storey property at 3 Savile Row, London, for a price of £500,000.

Première of the In His Own Write stage play

The National Theatre's stage version of John Lennon's book In His Own Write, directed by Victor Spinetti, had its début at the Old Vic Theatre on London's Waterloo Road.

Apple Tailoring opens in London

The full name of Apple's second boutique store was Apple Tailoring (Civil and Theatrical). It was situated at 161 King's Road, and was run by 25-year-old Australian designer John Crittle.

John Lennon and Yoko Ono record Two Virgins

The beginning of John Lennon's relationship with Yoko Ono was of huge significance, not just to the couple, but also to their families, The Beatles, and those who lived and worked alongside them.

Lennon and McCartney meet Ron Kass of Apple US

On the afternoon of 12 May 1968, John Lennon and Paul McCartney undertook an unusual business meeting: it took place aboard a Chinese junk, sailing around the Statue of Liberty.

Apple Corps advertises for new talent

Apple Music, the company set up by The Beatles to handle the musical side of their business interests, released an advertisement on this day requesting tapes from aspiring musicians.