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6 Songs That Make Great Use of the Word ‘Yeah’ [LIST]
July 2, 2012 In the first three songs on this list, it's pretty obvious. It's more subtle in the other three. Can you think of any more?
The Beatles
The Beatles
July 2, 2012
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Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and Beatles’ Widows Attend Premiere of New George Harrison Documentary
Ex-Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr attended the U.K. premiere of the documentary ‘George Harrison: Living in the Material World’ in London on October 2, as did the widows of their late band mates Harrison (Olivia Harrison) and John Lennon (Yoko Ono).
Their presence sent a loud and clear message about their love and respect for the so-called quiet member of the Fab Four. Other music notables on hand included Beatles producer George Martin and Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood.
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Beatles’ 1965 Contract Stated They Would Not Play for Racially Segregated Audiences
A 1965 contract between the Beatles and a concert venue reveals the band’s demands were few — 150 security guards, electricity and water in their trailer, clean towels, and, most specifically, that they would not play if the audience was racially segregated in any way.
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This Day in History for August 19 – Germany Elects Hitler and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1812 – The American frigate USS Constitution earns the nickname “Old Ironsides” after defeating the British frigate HMS Guerriere off the coast of Nova Scotia, Canada (More info)
1909 – The first race is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the home of the Indianapolis 500 (More info)
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The Beatles On Ed Sullivan Show 1964
Feb. 9, 1964 The Beatles made their first Live American Television appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. See the video below.