Which Ramones song mentions John Lennon?
The Ramones song “Do You Remember Rock ‘n’ Roll Radio?” mentions John Lennon in the line “Will you remember Jerry Lee, John Lennon, T. Rex … Read more
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Musicians & Singers
Albums, Brian Epstein, George Harrison, John Lennon, Musicians & Singers
Who created the cover illustration for the Beatles’ Revolver album?
The cover illustration for the Revolver album was created by artist and bassist Klaus Voormann. German-born Voormann was a friend of the Beatles, dating back … Read more
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Brian Epstein, Films & TV, George Harrison, John Lennon, Musicians & Singers, Paul McCartney
Who played keyboards with the Beatles while recording Let It Be?
Billy Preston played the organ on the song “Let It Be” and the Fender Rhodes electric piano on “Get Back” and “Don’t Let Me Down” … Read more
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Audio, Musicians & Singers, Ringo Starr
What female singer recorded a song called “Ringo, I Love You”?
Under the pseudonym of Bonnie Jo Mason, a teen-aged Cher recorded the novelty record “Ringo, I Love You”. The single was Cher’s first record and … Read more
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Brian Epstein, George Martin, Live Performances, Musicians & Singers, Ringo Starr
Who replaced an ill Ringo Starr in June ’64 during a Beatles tour?
Jimmy Nicol temporarily replaced Ringo Starr after he collapsed and was hospitalized with tonsillitis on June 3, 1964. It was the eve of The Beatles’ … Read more
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Musicians & Singers, Pete Best, Ringo Starr
What band did Ringo Starr leave to join The Beatles?
Ringo Starr was the drummer for Rory Storm and The Hurricanes before joining The Beatles in August 1962. Starr’s first concert with The Hurricanes was … Read more
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George Harrison, Musicians & Singers, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Solo Albums
Who was the first Beatle to release a solo album?
George Harrison was the first Beatle to release a solo album with Wonderwall Music, the soundtrack to the film Wonderwall. The album was released on … Read more
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Linda McCartney, Musicians & Singers, Paul McCartney, Solo Albums
Who played drums on the Wings album ‘Band on the Run’?
The drummer on Wings’ 1973 album ‘Band on the Run’ was none other than Paul McCartney. Paul and his wife Linda were bored with recording … Read more
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George Harrison, Musicians & Singers, Songs/Songwriting
What guest guitarist played on While My Guitar Gently Weeps?
George Harrison’s good friend Eric Clapton played lead guitar on “While My Guitar Gently Weeps.” Due to the band’s inner tension at the time, the … Read more
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Musicians & Singers, Songs/Songwriting
Joe Cocker performed what Beatles song at Woodstock?
Joe Cocker performed “With a Little Help From My Friends” as the last song of his Woodstock set, August 17, 1969. Cocker’s version is slower, … Read more
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