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A few minutes from the episode 'Truth or Lie? Behind the Scenes on the North American Tours Pt. 1' with special guest Chuck Gunderson, author of 'Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story of How The Beatles Rocked America'.https://www.somefuntonight.com/
Guest host Richard Syrett and author Chuck Gunderson discuss his research into the Beatles' tours of America from 1964-1966, how the whirlwind tours were organized, if the band thought they would be successful, and if the crowds were really as chaotic as legend suggests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It almost seems a shame that the Beatles only ever recorded one Burt Bacharach song. There are arguably no finer melodicists in modern popular music than Bacharach and Lennon/McCartney. But "Baby, It's You" is the only song from his catalogue they ever laid to tape. Recorded for their first album and a product of their well documented love of girl-group R&B, it's a chance for John to show his fantastic, soulful voice. His voice really carries the track with an impassioned delivery, bolstered by always great background vocals from Paul and George, solid foundation, and a charming celeste solo from George Martin. It's a wonderful example of John's potential for being a blue-eyed soul singer if things had been a little different. Joining us this week is Chuck Gunderson, author of "Some Fun Tonight - The Backstage Story of How the Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 1964-1966." His books are the absolutely definitive look at the Beatles North American tours, the going-ons that made them happen, and the behind the curtain look at what went down. It's a stunning 2 volume set filled with hundreds of unreleased photos, we can't recommend it enough! We talk with Chuck about Beatles tributes, writing the book you want to read, the simplicity of early Beatles tours, girl groups, US albums and more! Get a signed copy of the books at somefuntonight.com, or grab a copy at Amazon or wherever you get books. What do you think about "Baby It's You" at #106? Too high? Too low? Or just right? Let us know in the comments on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter! Be sure to check out www.rankingthebeatles.com and grab a Rank Your Own Beatles poster, a shirt, a jumper, whatever you like! And if you're digging what we do, don't forget to Buy Us A Coffee! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rankingthebeatles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rankingthebeatles/support
EPISODE #949 INSIDE THE BEATLES '64 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR Richard welcomes Beatles expert Chuck Gunderson who discusses the Beatles first North American Tour in 1964 when the Fab Four played a staggering 32 shows in 26 venues in 24 cities in just 33 days. GUEST: Chuck Gunderson was raised in San Diego, California, the site of the Beatles 8th stop on the 1965 North American tour. He was too young to attend the show, but fondly recalls his older siblings spinning the records of the Fab Four as he grew, which perked a life-long love for the band. He has worked in the outdoor advertising industry most of his life although his true passion is history; he obtained his B.A. at San Diego State University and an M.A. at the University of San Diego both in the field of history. Having published a few articles over the years, Chuck turned his sights to researching and writing the critically-acclaimed, "Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story of How The Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 1964-1966." He has consulted on a number of various Beatles related projects such as director Ron Howard's recent documentary, “Eight Days a Week.” Chuck and his wife Christina live in Carlsbad, California and are the parents of four children, each a self-described Beatles fan. WEBSITE: https://www.somefuntonight.com BOOK: Some Fun Tonight!: The Backstage Story of How the Beatles Rocked America: the Historic Tours of 1964-1966 SUPPORT MY SPONSORS!!! COPY MY CRYPTO https://copymycrypto.com/richard Discover how over 2,800 people - many of who know nothing about crypto or how to invest - are building rapid wealth the cabal can never steal. "You don't need to know a thing about cryptocurrency if you copy someone who does." Gain Access for just $1 https://copymycrypto.com/richard BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER!!! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Use the discount code "Planet" to receive one month off the first subscription. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. By using our website and services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm/
Recorded at the Chicago Fest for Beatles Fans on August 12, 2023, the special Talk More Talk panel features the popular "Wrack Our Brains" game in front of a live audience. Featuring guests Piers Hemmingsen and Chuck Gunderson, TMT cofounder Kenneth Womack, and regular host Kit O'Toole, the quartet fields questions from the audience and challenge each other to a fun round of queries concerning the Beatles and solo years. Thank you to 2Legs: A Paul McCartney VIdeocast/Podcast's Andy Nicholes for recording the session! Kenneth Womack: https://kennethwomack.com/ Chuck Gunderson: https://www.somefuntonight.com/ Piers Hemmingsen: http://www.capitol6000.com/index.html talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast
George Noory and music historian Chuck Gunderson discuss his work chronicling the Beatles popularity on tour following their iconic appearance on the Ed Sullivan TV show, and mark the 40th anniversary of the murder of John Lennon. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Chuck Gunderson returns for part two of the WTWF look at the Beatles tours of North America. This week: 1965. More than just Shea! Were there foldback speakers in Atlanta? Was Brian injured during the melee as the Beatles arrived at Houston's Hobby Airport (at 2AM!). What happened when the Beach Boys met the Beatles in Portland. All this and stories of 1966 as well!
Chuck Gunderson (Some Fun Tonight) joins the show over two weeks for a look at the Beatles tours of North America. This week: 1964. We briefly revisit Ron Howard's "Eight Days a Week", and the first US visit before the main attraction: August-September 1964. Unlike a modern tour, Brian scheduled 32 shows in 26 venues in 24 cities over just 33 days, with long plane rides the norm rather than the exception.
The Beatles played five shows in Chicago between 1964 and 1966—more than any other American city—and there was no little drama: from the total hysteria of their first gig at the International Amphitheater and staying at a Mob-run hotel during their second visit to kicking off their third and final tour with press conferences defending John’s “more popular than Jesus” remarks. Re-live the excitement of those years via live Windy City performances by the Fab Four and on-the-spot interviews with fans, deejays, reporters, a concert promoter and a security guard, as well as the analysis of special guest Chuck Gunderson, author of the definitive two-volume ‘Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story of How The Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 1964 – 1966’.
An In-Depth Look at Every show the Beatles played in AmericaThere have been literally thousands of books written about the Beatles over the last 50 years, covering virtually every aspect of their brief career. Yet, Chuck Gunderson has found an unique angle.In Some Fun Tonight, a two-volume set of coffee-table books from Backbeat books, he goes behind the scenes of the groundbreaking and tumultuous tours the Beatles did in North America in 1964, 1965 & 1966, giving us an account of what happened before, during and after each concert the Beatles played in the US and Canada.He tells some incredible stories of the planning, and jockeying of promoters and radio stations to pull off bringing the four lads from Liverpool to America. In his research and detective work, Gunderson has also unearthed a treasure trove of never-before-seen photographs and memorabilia from each stop on those tours.The end result is a must to anyone who attended these legendary performances, or anyone that wants to understand just how crazy these tours of the Beatles really were.
This week, Al, Ken, Allan and Steve are joined by author Chuck Gunderson ("Some Fun Tonight!"), who discusses the Beatles' American tour of 1966 and how things had changed from 1964 and 1965 for them. Also on the docket is the passing of Elvis Presley guitarist Scotty Moore and how Moore and Elvis Presley's work influenced the Beatles. Send us your thoughts on this show at thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com We'd love to hear from you. And you can find the show on podbean, YouTube and iTunes.
Steve, Al, Ken and Allan talk to Chuck Gunderson, author of the incredible "Some Fun Tonight!," about the Beatles U.S. tours especially the ones 50 years ago in 1965. We'd love to have your comments. Email us at thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com.
The only official live album of The Beatles was compiled from their concerts at The Hollywood Bowl in 1964 and 1965. Fab4Cast and Chuck Gunderson - leading expert on The Beatles' American tours - tell the stories surrounding these legendary concerts.
Richard and Robert welcome special guest Chuck Gunderson (interviewed at The Fest For Beatles Fans), author of the spectacular double volume Some Fun Tonight, chronicling The Beatles’ three North American Tours, 1964 – 1966. Songs include “If I Fell” and “Things We Said Today.” Check out Chuck’s site and Facebook page. Our Facebook page is here. Robert’s books and Richard’s books. The post 26: Some Fun Tonight – The Beatles’ American Tours appeared first on Something About The Beatles.
Richard and Robert welcome special guest Chuck Gunderson (interviewed at The Fest For Beatles Fans), author of the spectacular double volume Some Fun Tonight, chronicling The Beatles’ three North American Tours, 1964 – 1966. Songs include “If I Fell” and “Things We Said Today.” Check out Chuck’s site and Facebook page. Our Facebook page is here. Robert’s books and Richard’s books. The post 26: Some Fun Tonight – The Beatles’ American Tours appeared first on Something About The Beatles.
Chuck Gunderson, author of "Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage story of how the Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 1964-1966 (Vol 1-2) joins Chuck Morse in a talk about the legendary Fab Four, their groundbreaking tour of America and its social impact. Link: http://amzn.com/0615881629
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Tune in for a special preview of Jude Southerland Kessler's upcoming presentation in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas at the Beatles at the Ridge Festival. The Beatles landed in Walnut Ridge almost exactly 50 years ago & this festival is going to be a huge celebration of the event. Kessler will be giving an award-winning presentation on Friday night (9/19/14,) along with author Chuck Gunderson & you better get to The Venue in Walnut Ridge early to hear all about it! Plan your trip NOW: www.beatlesattheridge.com #beatlesattheridge
Tonight meet every single author and artist who'll be participating in Beatles at The Ridge, Sept. 19-20 in Walnut Ridge, AR! Jude will interview the Authors: Lanea Stagg with her 3-book Recipe Records Series; Chuck Gunderson, author of the two-volume work, Some Fun Tonight; Anthony Robustelli, radio personality for BeatleARama Radio and author of I Want to Tell You: The Definitive Guide to the Music of The Beatles; Dr. Kit O'Toole, Contributing Editor of BeatleFan magazine and author of two new books in 2015 (one about The Beatles and one about Michael Jackson), and Dr. Kenneth Womack, author of The Beatles Encyclopedia: Everything Fab Four! AND...she'll also interview the ARTISTS: Rande Kessler whose cover of She Loves You for The John Lennon Series and his "Doors of Liverpool" art poster has received acclaim, and Enoch Doyle Jeter, whose 14 original lithographs (featured inShe Loves You) depicting the songs on With the Beatles has been the subject of shows all over the U.S. since February! Jude will also chat with Ken Orth whose "Meet the Beatles Look-Alikes" collection will be featured at the Fest. Can she possibly do this???? Wow! Join us and find out!
Chuck Gunderson is my guest & will share insights on his newly published Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story of How The Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 1964-1966. The set includes fascinating data & photos of each show that The Beatles played on their tours of the U.S. I guarantee that you will twist & shout once you start glancing through what is soon to be recognized as a collector's item. Gunderson did not cut corners & paid exquisite attention to the details of these historic tours. The 2-volume set is a must for all Beatles fans! www.somefuntonight.com
The Chicago Fest for Beatles Fans is only a few days away, starting this Friday night, 15 August, at the Hyatt O'Hare, and with us tonight are four prominent authors who will be appearing at the fest with exciting presentations, and of course, with book sales and signings. One of the authors, and tonight's host, Jude Southerland Kessler will be discussing their books with each of them; Jim Berkenstadt's The Beatle Who Vanished, Chuck Gunderson's, Some Fun Tonight, and Bruce Spizer's, The Beatles Records on Vee-Jay. Jude will be taking callers tonight to chat with Jim, Chuck and Bruce at 646-668-2641. Join us!
Ken and Steve talk to Chuck Gunderson, author of "Some Fun Tonight!," his massive book on the Beatles' U.S. concert tours.