Send us a textTim is joined by podcaster, musician, and life coach Antony Rotunno to explore John Lennon's dreamy Revolver track 'I'm Only Sleeping,' from its conception on the back of a phone bill to George Harrison's meticulous work on the backward guitar parts. They discuss the song's unique sound textures and how it reflects Lennon's state of mind in 1966.Antony Rotunno's website: https://www.antonyrotunno.com/Glass Onion Podcast on John Lennon: https://glassoniononjohnlennon.com/X.com: @OnionLennonLife And Life Only Podcast: https://lifeandlifeonly.podbean.comX.com: @lifeonly75Film Gold: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/filmgoldX.com: @filmgold75Antony has also appeared as a guest doing film reviews on Reel Britannia, The Stinking Pause and The Mind Renewed podcasts.Follow My Favourite Beatles SongBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/myfavebeatles.bsky.socialX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFavouriteBeatlesSongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfavouritebeatlessongOriginal music by Joe KaneLogo design by Mark Cunningham
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You've Got to Hide Your Love Away — Jon Savage
Send us a textTim welcomes author, archivist, and filmmaker Jon Savage to discuss Lennon's folk-tinged You've Got to Hide Your Love Away. They explore the song’s context in 1965, its raw and vulnerable feel, and the hints of Dylan’s influence. Jon also shares his early memories of the Beatles and gives a clear picture of the music scene in the mid‑60s—a time of great change, as pop and rock evolved into something bolder and more experimental.Jon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonsav1966/Jon on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jonsavage.bsky.socialFollow My Favourite Beatles SongBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/myfavebeatles.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFavouriteBeatlesSongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfavouritebeatlessongX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatlesOriginal music by Joe Kane ​Logo design by Mark Cunningham
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Ticket to Ride — Chris Purcell
Send us a textTim welcomes multi-award-winning documentary director and filmmaker Chris Purcell to talk about the band's 1965 single, Ticket to Ride. They chat about Chris’s Liverpool roots, his early memories of the Beatles, and how he once ended up playing drums on stage with Tony Sheridan. They explore the heavy sound of Ticket to Ride, the use of the 12-string Rickenbacker, and how the track paved the way for new studio techniques. They also celebrate John’s powerful vocal, Paul’s guitar flourishes, and Ringo’s unique drumming.Right Angle Films: https://www.rightanglefilms.co.ukLiverpool West’s library: https://liverpoolwestproductions.com/libraryWhy Don’t We Do It in the Road?: http://vimeo.com/46488387Reflected Glory: https://vimeo.com/29437388Evolver 62 promo: https://vimeo.com/1023543808Follow My Favourite Beatles SongBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/myfavebeatles.bsky.socialX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFavouriteBeatlesSongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfavouritebeatlessongOriginal music by Joe KaneLogo design by Mark Cunningham
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Real Love — Max Comeau
Send us a textTim welcomes podcaster and musician Max Comeau for a heartfelt exploration of Real Love. They examine the song's evolution, from John Lennon's initial demos, to the version completed by Paul, George and Ringo in 1996. They unpack its lyrical simplicity and musical intricacies, from those beautiful descending chords to its layered instrumentation.Max on YouTube: Max Comeau (Singer-Songwriter) - YouTubeMax on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kP9MgCjaJAIFH96wi6tvc?si=NCRlR33hR2KJOp0P7L2GQQMax's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nj7QKHf3ExCkzAMpd0IVP?si=3884112f8a4f4295Max's McCartney covers album on Bandcamp:Â Play McCartney | Malik Rashaun & Max Comeau | Max ComeauFollow My Favourite Beatles SongBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/myfavebeatles.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFavouriteBeatlesSongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfavouritebeatlessongX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatlesOriginal music by Joe KaneLogo design by Mark Cunningham
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Old Brown Shoe — Steven Cockroft
Send us a textTim is joined by Beatles podcaster and broadcaster Steven Cockcroft to explore George Harrison's B-side gem Old Brown Shoe. They examine the song's intricate composition, its clever wordplay, and the distinctive musical elements that make it stand out among Harrison's contributions to the Beatles' catalogue.Nothing is Real podcast: https://www.nothingisrealpod.com/Nothing is Real on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/nothingisrealpod.bsky.socialFollow My Favourite Beatles SongX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFavouriteBeatlesSongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfavouritebeatlessongBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/myfavebeatles.bsky.socialOriginal music by Joe KaneLogo design by Mark Cunningham
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