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In this episode, Robert and Richard explore, through the wonder of isolated tracks, the group’s individual and collective talents as on their instruments as well as their innovations.
Songs include: “And Your Bird Can Sing,” “Paperback Writer,” “Dear Prudence” and “The End.”
For a detailed discussion of the “Dear Prudence” drumming, check out this.
Robert’s award-winning book, Revolver: How The Beatles Re-Imagined Rock ‘n’ Roll, is available in print and Kindle editions here.
Richard’s newest book, Beatles 101, is available in print and Kindle here.
‘The Michigan Twins’ – Immensely enjoyable & informative as ever – I really lol when Rob said that John played piano on Something – maybe he thought that Paul wrote it! – comedy genius Rob.
No question–that’s Ringo’s overdub on “Dear Prudence.” Paul is, as you point out, a capable drummer, but when the drums are isolated, that’s pure Ringo. Great show!
Guys,
You guys are awesome. I know a bit about music and a lot about The Beatles, but you all are so sharp, so fluent, and so knowledgeable that you leave me in the dust and glad to be there.
I greatly enjoyed this program, and I suspect I would be both entertained and edified by all your shows.
However, in giving George credit for being the “initial innovator” I think you may have overlooked some awesome McCartney bass lines such as the ones found on Paperback Writer and Rain, both of which I believe preceded George’s recorded use of sitar. Whoops! You just mentioned both songs! I’m gratified.
Anyway, they all had their moments, didn’t they?
Peace and Love,
Rick
Great show, I think you could have touched on earlier songs like All My Loving Lennon rhythm work, Harrison leads on Till there was you/ And I love her. As well as Lennon harmonica in early tracks.
Glad to have heard the isolated guitar solos from “The End”.
What an incredible podcast. I’ve learned so much about the Beatles that I hadn’t imagined possible! Do you have a Patreon account? I want to express my appreciation.