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Why the Beatles Were the First Global Cultural Phenomenon

Why the Beatles Were the First Global Cultural Phenomenon

The Beatles leapt onto the international stage some 60 years ago. Mike Tiano returns to that remarkable era to explain how it happened.

Ringo Starr’s Top Five Interpretations of Songs by the Other Beatles

Ringo Starr’s Top Five Interpretations of Songs by the Other Beatles

Ringo Starr’s platinum-selling Top 10 smash ‘Ringo’ arrived 50 years ago with his very best interpretation of a song from a former bandmate.

Yes, ‘Now and Then’ Is an Actual Beatles Song

Yes, ‘Now and Then’ Is an Actual Beatles Song

Decades later, the Beatles’ uncanny penchant for composing easily hummable melodies remains in full bloom.

Steve Lukather on ‘Bridges,’ Toto’s Next Era and Remaining an All-Starr

Steve Lukather on ‘Bridges,’ Toto’s Next Era and Remaining an All-Starr

In an exclusive interview, Toto’s Steve Lukather describes how long-time bandmate Ringo Starr helped him through the darkest days of the lockdown era.

Love It or Hate It, the Beatles’ ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ Film Always Intrigues

Love It or Hate It, the Beatles’ ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ Film Always Intrigues

The Beatles premiered their blatantly weird, critically savaged ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ film 55 years ago today on the BBC.

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2022 Albums, Books, Movies + More

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2022 Albums, Books, Movies + More

A number of book, CD, DVD/Blu-ray, and vinyl releases kept Beatles fans busy this year. Kit O’Toole is here to help Santa sort them all out.

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2021 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets + More

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2021 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets + More

For Beatles fans, 2021 proved to be a bonanza.

How ‘London Howlin’ Wolf Sessions’ Gave Boomer Rockers a Chance to Pay Tribute

How ‘London Howlin’ Wolf Sessions’ Gave Boomer Rockers a Chance to Pay Tribute

Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, Steve Winwood and members of the Rolling Stones took part in ‘London Howlin’ Wolf Sessions,’ released 50 years ago this month.

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2020 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets + More

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2020 Albums, Books, Movies, Box Sets + More

The past year was marked by twists, turns and delays, but 2020 still included many notable Beatles books, DVDs, albums and collectibles.

The Favorite Beatle: Taking an Eternal Question to the Next Level

The Favorite Beatle: Taking an Eternal Question to the Next Level

“Who’s your favorite Beatle?” It’s something I am fond of asking.