Here's our review of Ringo Starr's new EP, Change the World. We discuss the four songs, hits and misses, the EP format, future ideas for Ringo, and much more. We finish by discussing the upcoming Get Back/Let It Be releases and our busy end of the year podcast work ahead! (our apologies for some audio troubles throughout) Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast Our new video venture: "Song Album Career!" https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClqNdoDpQxpj6QMNDmXYYog

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Episode 187: Review of Ringo‘s ”Change The World” EP

We're back in the lab with another song under the microscope -- this time, it's "And Your Bird Can Sing" from Revolver. We talk about both versions (on Revolver and on Anthology, Vol. 2), the lyrics, the music, and of course, many covers. Here are the links for some of them: Spanky and our gang - 66 - "sunshine pop" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ec-MqAXHzL0   David Kitt - Irish singer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dyVz6w0bNtc   Matthew Sweet and Susannah Hoffs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=148BZKiVaBg   Jim Reid of Jesus and Mary Chain https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-3wcOp6qn8   Helmet - hard rock version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkCvYocckNE   Beat Bugs featuring Regina Spektor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpCO31x0G3M   instrumental Joe Goldmark https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBnPk_36M2w   Neymar Dias · Igor Pimenta https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJIUKyi1ZOU   Lawrence Juber https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Um6kc7kxmME    Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast Our new video venture: "Song Album Career!" https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClqNdoDpQxpj6QMNDmXYYog

Episode 186: Songs Under the Microscope, Vol. 22 - ”And Your Bird Can Sing”

Let's go back to 1965 and the release of The Baroque Beatles Book, "arrangements" by composer/musicologist/performer Joshua Rifkin, casting music by the Beatles in the styles of J.S. Bach and G.F. Handel. Sounds like a bad idea, right? Quite the contrary, the album was very popular and even hit the charts for a time. Join Dave as he interviews his musicologist colleague Alison DeSimone, an expert on Baroque music, and learn about this fascinating album. You can check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m93JYTWB-UE   More info from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Baroque_Beatles_Book    

Episode 185: ”The Baroque Beatles Book” - interview with Musicologist Alison DeSimone

Here is our long-awaited review of the George Harrison 50th Anniversary All Things Must Pass box set! We discuss the packaging/versions, the remix of the main album, the demos, and the session outtakes and jams. What do you think of the set? Did you buy the uber box? Do you like the demos? Join in the conversation below: Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast   Our new video venture: "Song Album Career!" https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClqNdoDpQxpj6QMNDmXYYog

Episode 184: "All Things Must Pass" 50th Anniversary Review

In this episode, we look at an another American Beatles release: The Beatles' Second Album, released in April 1964. We talk about the album running order, sound, tracks, history, and give it an assessment. Could this album be the best example of the Beatles as a straight-ahead rock band? Were Dave Dexter's mixes deserving of scorn? Check out our views and enjoy!   Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast   Our new video venture: "Song Album Career!" https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClqNdoDpQxpj6QMNDmXYYog

Episode 183: More American Beatles! -- "The Beatles' Second Album"

Dave and Chris discuss and review the Hulu series, "McCartney 3,2,1" with Paul and Rick Rubin. We walk through each episode, talk about the strengths and weaknesses, and give our recommendation at the end. Enjoy!   Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast Check out our new video venture:  YouTube: Song Album Career

Episode 182: Review of "McCartney 3,2,1"

In this episode, we talk about George Harrison's 1971 "The Concert for Bangladesh," one of the greatest rock concerts in history. We'll discuss the concert, the performances, the aftermath, and how it works as a movie and soundtrack. Join us as we discuss George, Ringo, Bob, Leon, Billy, Ravi, Eric, and so many more!   Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast   Our new video venture: "Song Album Career!" https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClqNdoDpQxpj6QMNDmXYYog  

Episode 181: The Concert For Bangladesh ("Put Them In the Movies," and "Classic Beatles Gigs")

With the flood of news about upcoming Beatles/Harrison/McCartney releases, we take a look at the Get Back movie info, the All Things Must Pass upcoming sets, and the McCartney/Rick Rubin documentary series coming out in July. We dig into the "controversy" about the Get Back release and everything else surrounding these items. A very exciting time for Beatlefans! Also, stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special announcement from us about a new endeavor we want you to know about!

June Beatles News Special Episode!

Paul McCartney and Wings's first album Wild Life, released 50 years ago in 1971, was panned on its release for being rushed, for its subpar song quality, and the playing. How does it hold up 50 years later? Were the critics right? Listen in as we dissect the album and give it a rating. Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles

Episode 180: A Review of Wings, "Wild Life"

Let's go into the lab for a Beatles cover, this time the 1964 #1 hit "A World Without Love" by Peter and Gordon. Paul McCartney gave this song to Peter Asher, the brother of his girlfriend at the time, Jane Asher. It has all the classic McCartneyisms, from the lyrics to the music. And of course, John Lennon didn't like the first lyric!  We dig into the music, lyrics, and Chris finds his usual array of covers. Enjoy! Here's a snippet of Paul McCartney's demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNZmoLbrpLI Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast

Episode 179: Songs Under the Microscope, Vol. 21 - "A World Without Love" by Peter and Gordon (written by Paul McCartney)

In this episode, we present our review and analysis of the 6 CD/2 Blu-Ray John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band Ultimate Collection box set! The set is enormous and comprehensive, with enough listening and reading to keep even the most diehard Lennon fan occupied for a long time. We survey each disc, discuss the book, the sound quality, and much more. We end the episode with our predictions for upcoming Beatles-related releases for the rest of the year. Pick up this set now! Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast

Episode 178: "John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band," The Ultimate Collection Review!

We return to a series we started (and then forgot about!) last year called Beatle Friends, where we look at people who played a part in group or solo music. In this episode, we look at Hamish Stuart, best known as a member of the Average White Band and for playing with Paul McCartney from ca. 1988-1993. Stuart played on Flowers in the Dirt and Off The Ground, the Unplugged show, and the two big world tours in 1989-90 and 1993. He also played with Ringo's All-Starr Band in 2006, 2008, and 2019. Quite a long and diverse career!   Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast

Episode 177: Beatle Friends, Vol. 2 - Hamish Stuart

In this episode, we analyze Ringo Starr's new five-song EP, Zoom In. Was it a good idea for Ringo to release the first of two EPs, or should he have just released an album? What about the many people playing on each song? How do these songs compare to his recent work? We answer these questions, and discuss the whole EP in detail! Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast

Episode 176: Review of Ringo Starr's new EP, "Zoom In"

To celebrate our 175th episode, we take audience questions from our listeners. You gave us some challenging questions, so we do our best to answer them! Thanks again for your support and for listening!   Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com Twitter: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I’ve Got A Beatles Podcast

Episode 175: Audience Questions!

Join us for a discussion of the 1991 film The Hours and Times, starring Ian Hart as John Lennon and David Angus as Brian Epstein. The movie looks at a much-discussed (and debated) trip John and Brian took to Barcelona in April 1963, and imagines what may (or may not) have happened. We thought the film was artfully done and thought-provoking, and worth your viewing time (it's only 60 minutes). An interesting film off the beaten path! Also, send us your questions for our special 175th episode where we'll answer audience questions. You can ask on our Facebook page, Twitter, or email us at ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com.  

Episode 174: Put Them in the Movies, Vol. 6: "The Hours and Times" (Film Review)

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