The Beatles Article: The Rise of Beatlemania Part 2

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posted by 80smusiclover1

(Flashback...)

The year was 1963, and never before had jolly ol' England experienced such a massive phenomenon when it came to homegrown music. Our debut album was selling like hotcakes just shortly after getting ourselves settled with our own recording studio in Abbey Road, concerts were sold out, and even the papers ran headlines that screamed "BEATLEMANIA! It's happening everywhere...". While we didn't expect all of these at first, it'll soon turn out to be something we won't forget in the years to come.

(I'm sure you already know about this, but the headline above was actually a real life one!)

We now join the Beatles as they embark on their Autumn tour, with the first stop being Blackpool Beach. "I see your career is off to a promising start, eh?" The bus driver remarked. "You could definitely say that, and we're quite pleased!" John replied. "Not to mention, we've got a new album coming up next month!" Paul added. "And our fan club has recently reached a hundred members as well!" George winked. "How spectacular! You boys are destined for greater things. I just know it!" The driver replied. "Thanks very much! With our hard work and each other's company, we'll continue soaring to the Toppermost of the Poppermost!" Ringo said. "That's the spirit, Ritchie!" George replied. John and Paul cheered in agreement.

They then decided to take a power nap for the rest of the journey.

TO BE CONTINUED

Peaceandlove67, RocknRollSoul60 and 4 others like this

BingoPB It's nice that you used an actual headline.

60smusicluv I agree.

RetroRock64 That is really cool.

Roldan13 I also love how you used an actual Beatles quote.

RocknRollSoul60 I love it too.

Peaceandlove67 Yeah, yeah, yeah!

80smusiclover1 Thanks again! I had intended to add some nods to real life Beatlemania for this chapter, so there ya go.

Rubyrings Absolutely! I think it really gives this story the right flavour. It's also so cool seeing the Beatles right in their early days of success, when a hundred fan club members felt like a milestone!

80smusiclover1 Tell me about it!

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The Rise of Beatlemania Part 6

posted by 80smusiclover1

When the concert came to an end, the lads had their autograph session and even talked with as many fans as they could. Afterwards, they relaxed in the backstage lounge for a couple of hours before returning to the hotel.

"I think we can safely say that this concert was a roaring success!" John remarked while he and his mates feasted on some Blackpool Rock (which they bought during their time at the beach). "Can't complain there! I've already got the same feeling for our next stops on this tour!" George replied. "Me too, Geo. I'm also looking forward to encountering and chatting with even more...

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The Rise of Beatlemania Final Part

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"Woah, that was incredible!" Laura said once her father finished telling the story (as well as their donuts and hot drinks). "Indeed. I'd have to concur with the bus driver; you and your bandmates really were destined for greatness!" Pattie added.

"I'm glad you enjoyed it, me ladies! Of course, that's only the beginning; for I've got some more stuff from this period to share with ye over the following weeks." George replied. "Goodie! Can't wait for those!" Laura replied. "Here-here!" Pattie said. "Splendid! Until then, whaddya say we continue on with our lovely walk?" George said. His wife and daughter nodded in agreement.

With that, they disposed the empty box and cups in a nearby trash bin and went on to enjoy the rest of their park day.

THE END

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Beatles Monument, Liverpool

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If I Fell 12

posted by Rubyrings

It was cold in the gloomy basement, and dark. And the Beatles were all so hungry, and thirsty, and bored. There was absolutely nothing in their little corner, save for the dripping end of a pipe that could prolong their lives a little bit, leaking a tiny amount of water into their prison. It wasn’t enough to satisfy any of them, though. And sooner or later, they were going to need food. And while there might be an accidental source of water in here, there was no way to get food.
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If I Fell 10

posted by Rubyrings

Emma leaned out over the airstrip fence, peering anxiously at the runway. The Beatles were supposed to be leaving town today, but she hadn’t seen any sign of them. It wasn't the first time they hadn't appeared when they were supposed to on this tour, either. The Beatles had never shown up to their fans' meet-and-greet the night before. Emma and the other fans had waited for hours, finally dissolving into despair when it became clear that the Beatles weren’t coming. Some girls had cried, and others had screamed their disapproval, and others had tried to push their way forward to see if the...

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If I Fell 6

posted by Rubyrings

The next evening, the Beatles played another concert. Their minds weren’t really on it, though; they were on their quest to find new girlfriends.
After the concert, the Beatles ran out into the cool night air, pursued by their fans. “I love you, John!” “Kiss me, Paul!” “Marry me, Ringo!” “George! George! I need you!”
None of these girls were what the Beatles were looking for. They put on a burst of speed, leaving the disappointed crowd behind. “In there!” called Paul, pointing to a small, out-of-the-way pub in an alleyway just ahead.
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posted by Rubyrings

The next couple of days passed in a blur of practising what Brian had advised. The boys played their songs in their hotel room, and in between they practised speaking to an imaginary audience the way he had said they should. At first, the foursome all took turns doing this, but Paul loved being the one to speak to the fans so much that he started taking more and more turns, until at last his bandmates decided to just let Paul do all the talking on stage.
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How I Saved the Beatles - Part 1

posted by Rubyrings

I was born in 1960. My parents didn't approve of rock & roll, or of anything the youth was doing back then, and I remember they tried to shield me from a lot of it. I didn't really understand it at that age. I only know there was a lot of them making sure I didn't see or hear or wear certain things, and they always said, "I hope Carrie doesn't grow up like them". They always made sure my skirts weren't too short before they let me buy them. And they were very strict about which radio stations I listened to. So I went through that whole decade never hearing about the Beatles.
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Why I Love The Beatles

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Introduction
The Beatles are loved by millions of people around the world, including myself. I have loved the Beatles since I was twelve years old, and my love has continued to grow since then. Unfortunately, not everyone understands my passion and love for the Beatles. My sister gives me crap about it all the time. Always going, "Your obsession is weird." More frequently, she says, "You HAD to like the Beatles." Rambling aside, I am focusing on how I got into the Beatles and why I love them.

How I Learned About the Beatles
I first learned about the Beatles when I was twelve years old. I...

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A Beatle Christmas Carol Part 9

posted by 80smusiclover1

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