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Episode 126: The Ultimate Imagine Box Set

In this episode, we dissect the new Imagine: The Ultimate Collection box set from John Lennon, and discuss the packaging, content, and fascinating alternate versions of Imagine tunes found on this excellent collection. A great deal both in terms of content and price! Let us know what you think on our Facebook page, Twitter, or by email (ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com).

The link for the White Album conference Dave is presenting at from November 8-11 is here:

https://www.monmouth.edu/the-white-album/

Episode 125: Apple Scruffs "Scruffs"

In this episode, we conclude our look at Apple artists compiled on the 2010 album Come And Get It: The Best of Apple Records. We've had fun examining the careers and music of famous Apple alumni like Badfinger, Mary Hopkin, and James Taylor in full episodes, but what about the Hot Chocolate Band? The Radha Krishna Temple? David Peel? 

Join us for a tour of Apple odds and sods and let us know your thoughts on the episode on Facebook, Twitter, or by email (ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com).

 

Episode 124: Review of Paul McCartney's "Egypt Station"

Here is our review of Paul McCartney's new album Egypt Station that came out on September 7. We discuss the background of the album, and give track-by-track analysis of each song. Share your own thoughts about the album on our Facebook page, Twitter, or by email (ivegotabeatlespodcast@hotmail.com).

Enjoy!

Episode 123: Interview with Dr. Jan Blüml: The Beatles in Czechoslovakia (and behind the Iron Curtain)

In this episode, Dave interviews Dr. Jan (Honza) Blüml, a professor of musicology at Palacky University in Olomouc, Czech Republic about the Beatles behind the Iron Curtain. Dr. Blüml is an expert on popular music and communism, and shares his insights about how people heard the Beatles' music, what they thought of it, and the cultural impact of the group during communism. Enjoy this episode on a fascinating topic!

 

Dr. Blüml's book (in Czech): https://www.kosmas.cz/knihy/239057/progresivni-rock/

Great site about the Beatles in Czech: http://www.brouci.com

 

Episode 122: And on Guitar...John Lennon!

In this episode we examine the many different styles and techniques of John Lennon's (often-overlooked) guitar playing. We discuss topics like his rhythm guitar playing, his fingerpicking, and his "raw" feel as a guitarist. Share your own selections with us on our Facebook page or via email.

Episode 121: Put Them In The Movies, Vol. 3: "Yellow Submarine"

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the film Yellow Submarine, as well as its reappearance in theaters, this episode looks at the iconic animated Beatles classic. We discuss the plot, songs, characters, as well as how it holds up 50 years later. 

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Episode 120: New McCartney Songs!

We discuss our initial thoughts about the two new Paul McCartney songs "I Don't Know" and "Come On To Me" in this episode, and share our hopes for the new album "Egypt Station" coming out on September 7. What do you think of the new Macca music?

Bonus Episode: Paul McCartney as Classical Composer (Review of Czech Performance of "Ecce Cor Meum")

Enjoy this bonus episode of Dave discussing a performance he heard of Paul McCartney's 2001/2006 classical piece Ecce Cor Meum in the Czech Republic on 6/17/18 (one day before Paul's birthday!). He shares some thoughts on Paul as a classical composer in general, and concludes with an excerpt from the piece.