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Some Fun Tonight!: The Backstage Story of How the Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 19641966, 19651966 (Volume 2),Used
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The Beatles' North American tours turned the entertainment business on its ear and forever changed the landscape of the concert touring industry. In February 1964, after finally achieving a numberone hit in America, the Fab Four came to the country with high hopes, performing on the wildly popular Ed Sullivan Show in both New York City and Miami and playing concerts at Carnegie Hall and the Washington Coliseum. In just fifteen short days, the Beatles conquered America. The Beatles made musicentertainment history with their North American tours from 1964 to 1966.Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story of How the Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 19641966 is a comprehensive twovolume set which gives you a citybycity synopsis of the group's activities as they traveled the United States and Canada for their groundbreaking series of concerts. From San Francisco's Cow Palace show on August 19, 1964, through their lastever live performances at that city's famed Candlestick Park on August 29, 1966, these books cover the music and the madness that characterized the Beatles' three North American tours., With hundreds of photographs and images of rare memorabilia, it is truly the definitive reference for what is arguably the most important period in the Beatles' long and winding career. You'll read about the behindthescenes negotiations, the mayhem at the airports and hotels, and the cheeky quotes delivered at the press conferences. You'll also read about the opening acts, the concerts, and the stories behind the shows through the eyes of the Beatles, their entourage, the promoters, the emcees, and the fans. Never before have the Beatles' North American concerts been covered in such depth.If you witnessed the mania firsthand, you'll relive the excitement in the pages of these books. If you were born too late to be a part of those halcyon days, you'll learn what it was like to be swept up and carried away by the phenomenon of the greatest musical act of all time. When all is said and done, Some Fun Tonight is a tribute to the fans the first generation and beyond. Look carefully at the faces of the fans in this book; they may be your friends, parents, grandparents or even you! but together, they made Beatlemania happen. Fasten your seat belt and enjoy this comprehensive history!
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- Q: What is 'Some Fun Tonight!' about? A: 'Some Fun Tonight!' is a comprehensive two-volume set detailing the Beatles' North American tours from 1964 to 1966, highlighting their concerts, behind-the-scenes experiences, and the impact they had on the music industry.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Chuck Gunderson.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Some Fun Tonight!' has a total of 314 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Some Fun Tonight!' published? A: 'Some Fun Tonight!' was published on August 1, 2016.
- Q: Is this book suitable for Beatles fans of all ages? A: Yes, this book is designed for Beatles fans of all ages, providing insights and historical context for both those who experienced the concerts and new fans.
- Q: What kind of content can I expect to find in this book? A: The book includes city-by-city synopses of the Beatles' tours, photographs, memorabilia, and anecdotes from fans, promoters, and the band itself.
- Q: Does the book contain photographs? A: Yes, the book features hundreds of photographs and images of rare memorabilia related to the Beatles' tours.
- Q: Is this book a good resource for music historians? A: Absolutely, 'Some Fun Tonight!' serves as a definitive reference for music historians and anyone interested in the evolution of concert touring.
- Q: Can I find information about the opening acts for the Beatles' concerts in this book? A: Yes, the book includes details about the opening acts, as well as the concerts and stories behind the shows.