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1970: Album release: John Lennon/Plastic Ono BandThis was John Lennon’s debut solo album after The Beatles’ breakup, notable for its raw, confessional nature. It’s considered one of Lennon’s best works, where he delves into personal therapy sessions with Dr. Arthur Janov’s primal scream techniques influencing the music.
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1969: George Harrison live: Falkoner Theatre, Copenhagen with Delaney & BonnieGeorge Harrison, post-Beatles breakup, joined Delaney & Bonnie and Friends for some live performances. This tour was significant because it was one of the first times Harrison played live without The Beatles, showcasing his guitar work and how he would continue his musical journey.
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1969: World première of The Magic Christian in LondonStarring Peter Sellers and Ringo Starr, “The Magic Christian” was a satirical film with Beatles connections. Ringo starred alongside Sellers, and the movie included The Beatles’ song “Come and Get It,” written by Paul McCartney. The premiere was a cultural event, highlighting Ringo’s acting career.
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1968: John Lennon appears in The Rolling Stones’ Rock And Roll CircusThis was an unaired television special featuring The Rolling Stones with various guest musicians, including John Lennon with The Dirty Mac, a supergroup for the performance. The event is notable for its historical lineup but was not broadcast until 1996 due to The Rolling Stones’ dissatisfaction with their own performance.
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1965: The Beatles live: Astoria Cinema, Finsbury Park, LondonThis concert was part of The Beatles’ UK tour in 1965, during the peak of Beatlemania. Their live performances were becoming more challenging due to audience hysteria and the band’s increasing sophistication in the studio, which wasn’t always translatable to live settings.
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1963: The Beatles live: Futurist Theatre, ScarboroughEarly in their career, The Beatles were still performing in various UK venues, honing their act before they became an international phenomenon. This performance was part of their busy schedule that year, before “Beatlemania” fully took off.
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1962: The Beatles live: La Scala Ballroom, RuncornThis was a time when The Beatles were a local band gaining recognition in Liverpool and nearby areas. Their set was likely filled with covers and early original compositions.
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1961: The Beatles live: Cavern Club, Liverpool (lunchtime)The Beatles played numerous lunchtime shows at the Cavern Club in Liverpool, which was crucial in building their local fanbase. These performances were informal, often in front of small crowds, but they were pivotal in their development as musicians.