The first ever Beatles concert in Hamburg, four gigs in the same venue, and the production of an aborted single are among the highlights of this episode of What A Fab Day, the podcast telling you the day by day story of the Beatles. Today, we focus on what happened to the Fab Four on the 17th of August.
0:00 - Introduction.
0:27 - In 1960, the Beatles arrive in Hamburg, West Germany.
1:13 - Their first residency begins.
2:24 - Resting after the ordeal.
2:57 - In 1961, the Beatles are engaged at the St. John's Hall in Liverpool.
3:23 - In 1962, the Beatles play twice in the same night.
3:59 - In 1963, the Beatles complete their residency in Llandudno.
4:41 - In 1965, the Beatles play the Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto twice in a day.
6:06 - In 1966, the Beatles return to the Maple Leaf Gardens for another two gigs.
6:37 - In 1968, George Harrison takes a holiday in Greece.
6:50 - In 1969, Paul McCartney produces a session for Mary Hopkin's third Apple single.
7:49 - Conclusion.
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