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Has McCartney Been Rewriting The Beatles’ History for Decades?

Reshaping his legacy for decades, is Paul trying to overshadow his bandmates?

Jun 5

Has McCartney Been Rewriting The Beatles’ History for Decades?

Jun 5

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The Beatles’ Most Influential Single Isn’t What You Think

In 1966, The Beatles left Beatlemania behind and entered their most innovative era, with a single whose b-side changed everything.

May 18

A still photo taken from the 1967 Strawberry Fields Forever promotional video.

May 18

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The Beatles Most Hated Album Saved Their Career

The record wasn’t a low point, it’s misunderstood for reasons critics want you to ignore.

Sep 28, 2024

The Beatles Most Hated Album Saved Their Career

Sep 28, 2024

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Abbey Road’s Most Iconic Song

It’s not Come Together, The End, or Something; it’s a haunting, groundbreaking track that closed their final chapter.

Feb 13

The Abbey Road album cover.

Feb 13

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Why Rubber Soul Matters: The Beatles Controversial Cultural Reset

The events leading up to Rubber Soul challenge traditional Beatles narratives, shatter well-worn stereotypes, and redefine one of history’s…

Jul 8, 2024

Why Rubber Soul Matters: The Beatles Controversial Cultural Reset

Jul 8, 2024

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How a Genius Was Kicked to the Gutter & Survived — My Tribute to Brian Wilson

Brian’s immense talent came at a cost no one should have to bear: his mental health, yet, in the end, he overcame.

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Wilson performing Pet Sounds at Byron Bay Bluesfest, 2016

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Four Beatles Songs That Fly Under the Radar (McCartney Edition)

We all know the hits, but what about the tracks that deserve more attention?

May 3

The article’s feature photo is a digital depiction of Paul McCartney, with a multicolored background. Additionally, the lyric “Love is all you need” is quoted on the image.

May 3

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The Worst Beatle Rip-Offs & Why Don’t The Beatles Sue?

What’s the worst case of someone plagiarizing The Beatles, and which two unexpected songs did the Fab Four borrow?

Apr 17

A reinterpretation, graphic design of The Beatles album Revolver as a literal revolver.

Apr 17

The Beautiful & Strange Collison of John Lennon & Neo-Soul

When Liam Gallagher, D’Angelo & Hip-Hop collide, it’s proof that Lennon’s music still endures across genres.

Apr 6

Cover art for the album Walls and Bridges

Apr 6

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How The Beatles Led to My Record Deal

When an artist’s influence becomes part of your DNA, you realize that we’re all standing on the shoulders of giants.

Mar 24

Photo of a billboard displaying the Sgt. Pepper’s album cover in celebration of Sgt. Pepper’s 50th Anniversary,

Mar 24

Daniel Van Auken

Daniel Van Auken

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Beatles, Music & interviews with artists & authors. I'm a Freelance Writer, Musician, Singer-Songwriter & Scriptwriter. For more info: Linktr.ee/danielvanauken

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