50 Years Ago: ‘Beatles Bonfire’ Radio Station Struck by Lightning50 Years Ago: ‘Beatles Bonfire’ Radio Station Struck by LightningJust as some may have predicted, a bolt from the heavens struck after John Lennon said the Beatles were bigger than Jesus.Jeff GilesJeff Giles
Paul McCartney Admits the Beatles Felt ‘Threatened’ by Yoko OnoPaul McCartney Admits the Beatles Felt ‘Threatened’ by Yoko OnoIt's no secret that Yoko Ono's relationship with the Beatles was strained after John Lennon brought her into the band's orbit. Jeff GilesJeff Giles
The Beatles’ ‘Revolver’ Recreated Through Cover SongsThe Beatles’ ‘Revolver’ Recreated Through Cover SongsWe've compiled alternate version of all 14 songs on the Beatles' 'Revolver' album.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
How John Lennon’s ‘More Popular Than Jesus’ Quote Led to ProtestsHow John Lennon’s ‘More Popular Than Jesus’ Quote Led to ProtestsThere was little immediate reaction when his comment first appeared in the U.K. Frank MastropoloFrank Mastropolo
How the Beatles Broke Barriers by Headlining the Budokan in JapanHow the Beatles Broke Barriers by Headlining the Budokan in JapanCelebrated venue would eventually become closely associated with rock 'n' roll concerts.Dave SwansonDave Swanson
When the Beatles Courted Controversy With ‘Yesterday … and Today’When the Beatles Courted Controversy With ‘Yesterday … and Today’Today, this hastily made compilation is more famous for its controversial cover than anything else.Bryan WawzenekBryan Wawzenek
The Beatles’ First, and Last, Live ‘Top of the Pops’ PerformanceThe Beatles’ First, and Last, Live ‘Top of the Pops’ PerformanceThis show was destination viewing for British rock fans in the mid-'60s. Frank MastropoloFrank Mastropolo
When the Beatles Began ‘Revolver’ Sessions With ‘Tomorrow Never Knows’When the Beatles Began ‘Revolver’ Sessions With ‘Tomorrow Never Knows’Title was inspired by one of Ringo Starr's malapropisms, but never appears in the song.Frank MastropoloFrank Mastropolo
When the Beatles Started a Residency at Hamburg’s Top Ten ClubWhen the Beatles Started a Residency at Hamburg’s Top Ten ClubThe gig was grueling: It's been estimated that they spent 503 hours on stage for 92 nights straight.Frank MastropoloFrank Mastropolo
50 Years Ago: Lennon and McCartney’s Final Session Is a Bust50 Years Ago: Lennon and McCartney’s Final Session Is a BustIt was more than enough to prompt years of comeback rumors.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso