Posted on 19/04/202519/04/2025 by Buzz — Leave a comment

BEATLE PEOPLE

A limited edition booklet, Beatle People, was produced in the UK offering a brief synopsis of many people that had an association with the Beatles. The individual that compiled this material was the late Eddie “The Walrus” Porter.

The booklet was independently published in 1987.

Eddie Porter the compiler and author of the work:

Bob Wooler’s Introduction:

This is a true, rare Beatles production, written by the legend of Liverpool tour guiding, Eddie Porter.

How many names do you recognise?

Beatles tour guide and author, Richard Porter, is conducting a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for a plaque for remembering Eddie Porter

Fundraiser by Richard Porter : A Plaque for Eddie Porter at Strawberry Field

‘Legendary’ Beatles tour guide loved by fans across the world dies age 78 – Liverpool Echo

‘Every Beatles fan who visited city knew Eddie’. Tributes as Fab Four tour guide dies at 78. – Free Online Library

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Another Great Beatles Book about Beatle People from the Beatles Bookstore

Dear Beatle People

The Story of The Beatles North American Fan Club

Dear Beatle People is a delightful book that chronicles the story of The Beatles North American fan club from late 1963 to early 1972.

Many previously unseen photographs and fan club memorabilia are featured, with a healthy dose of Beatles fun!

ONLY AVAILABLE IN THE UNITED STATES

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Posted on 17/04/202512/05/2025 by Buzz — 4 Comments

“Buzz Me In: Inside the Record Plant Studios”

Buzz Me In: Inside the Record Plant Studios Hardcover – June 17, 2025

by Martin Porter (Author), David Goggin (Author)Thames & Hudson-publisher

As I have stated on numerous occasions in past blog posts, I am also interested in collecting books that may have some type of association or connection to the Beatles or solo Beatles story. This book due in June of 2025 is one such book as it captures many of the stories about the legendary Record Plant studios where many prominent musicians recorded many of their classics. As it relates to this Beatles blog, the Record Plant was one of the favorite recording facilities of John Lennon during the 70s. Wanted to inform you of this June 2025 book release. I am planning on adding this title to my book collection when it is released. To me this book is of interest not only for the possible Lennon stories contained, but additionally, the other major musicians that are discussed as well.

Here is the UK Amazon book description:

“In the 1970s, Record Plant Studios was ground zero for the largest boom in record production in music history. With complexes in New York, Los Angeles and Sausalito, and a fleet of remote recording trucks, Record Plant was everywhere there was music. In 1976 alone, the studio produced three number-one albums: Stevie Wonder’s Songs in the Key of Life, the Eagles’ Hotel California and Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours.
Written by two veteran music journalists, this engrossing book tells the incredible story of the evolution of Record Plant Studios tape by tape. Starting on the westside of New York in 1968 with the recording of Jimi Hendrix’s Electric Ladyland, Record Plant expanded to LA, where Stevie Wonder produced his greatest hits, and then to Sausalito where Sly Stone, Bob Marley and Fleetwood Mac encamped; John Lennon made New York his post-Beatles home, and the Eagles conceived Hotel California while working in LA. Each location showcased the founders’ proven formula of combining state-of-the-art audio, fantasy bedrooms and group jacuzzis, with sex, drugs and celebrity jams.
Largely based on the memoirs and archives of studio co-founder Chris Stone, and supplemented by interviews with over 100 studio employees, music producers and recording artists, this is the untold story, in all its brazen glory, of the recording of classic rock’n’roll as told by the insiders who gladly toiled behind the locked doors of the most prolific recording factory of all time.“

The UK and the US links to order the book through Amazon:

Buzz Me In: Inside the Record Plant studios : Porter, Martin, Goggin, David: Amazon.co.uk: Books

Buzz Me In: Inside the Record Plant Studios: Porter, Martin, Goggin, David: 9780500028698: Amazon.com: Books

Some comments from those who have received advance copies of the book including prominent Beatles author, Kenneth Womack:

Thames & Hudson USA – Book – Buzz Me In: Inside the Record Plant Studios

The inside sleeve of the book features a photo of John inside the Record Plant , possibly during the Walls and Bridges sessions:

Love the title of the book as well…LOL!

Posted on 16/04/202516/04/2025 by Buzz — 2 Comments

Gunter Zint – STAR CLUB PHOTOGRAPHER

A FABULOUS 1998 BOOK OF PHOTOS BY NOTED GERMAN PHOTOGRAPHER GUNTER ZINT

In the last few months I was able to purchase this great photo book which is written in both German and English. Bought this book from noted Beatles collector, Bill Last, and I am very grateful he informed me about this wonderful book. The title features the photography of well-known and celebrated German photographer, Günter Zint!

He was at one-time the official photographer at the legendary Star Club where The Beatles played in 1962!!!

This is one of those books that I find myself scratching my head as to why I had not previously purchased the book before, as it is clearly an excellent photographic record of a bygone and musically exciting era!

The book was issued in 1998 with Thorsten Schmidt as the editor. Strongly recommend this book to those who want to see many of the artists that were plying their trade in Germany along with the Beatles in trying to make a name for themselves!

Gunter Zint - Portrait of Music — Gunter Zint – Portrait of Music

An old Beatles friend and a former husband of Astrid, photo by Günter Zint

And to Conclude:

Photo by

Günter Zint

The famous German photographer was also present on the set when John was set to feature his solo appearance in the Dick Lester film, “How I Won the War.”

For those interested in purchasing this book, I suggest you try Abe Books, eBay, or International Book search services!

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ANOTHER GREAT BOOK AT THE BEATLES BOOKSTORE

In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono (Signed Hardback)

Now in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Library & Archives
Acclaimed by MOJO & Goldmine
Recommended by Olivia Harrison
Spotlighted on The Beatles Channel, Sirius XM Radio

The true story of the woman John Lennon loved. Includes the work and music they made together, the love story of John & Yoko, and her relationship with the Beatles.

Ono’s incredible story goes way beyond what most people know.

There are astounding details about Yoko’s life (thirty-three years before meeting Lennon, twelve years with him, and over forty years of creativity since his death).

The author has followed Ono’s career since the mid-1960s, assembling a vast media archive on the artist. Yoko’s own voice, along with Lennon’s and others (in cited, published interviews) tell her undeniably true and complete story, disproving many myths. Bocaro has spent valuable time with Ono, gaining incredible insight.

Here is the ultimate exploration of Yoko’s childhood, her relationship with Lennon, her art, films, music and activism for peace and women’s rights.

£44.00

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Posted on 15/04/202515/04/2025 by Buzz — Leave a comment

A NEW UK BOOK ABOUT THE BEATLES AND THEIR SUPPORTING CAST

As most members of this blog are aware, the primary purpose of the blog is to make people aware of the voluminous amount of print material about the Beatles that exists, or may be available in the marketplace.

The ideal function of the blog is not only to present the older and more obscure print material but also new and forthcoming titles as well. According to Amazon UK, the following book about the Beatles is due to be published in June of 2025.

WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM THEIR FRIENDS: The story of the world’s biggest band. With a little help from their friends. Hardcover – 5 Jun. 2025-by Stuart Maconie (Author) Publisher: ‎HarperNorth

The book is available for pre-order at Amazon UK

WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM THEIR FRIENDS: The story of the world’s biggest band. With a little help from their friends.: Amazon.co.uk: Maconie, Stuart: 9780008705862: Books

HarperNorth acquires ‘epic tale’ from Stuart Maconie of the people who made The Beatles

Here is the Amazon UK description provided about the book:

Everyone knows a Beatles tune. But their story goes beyond the omnipresent songs and iconic albums. Theirs is a tale that has become one of the core stories we tell about ourselves as a nation. The Beatles narrative has both shaped and reflected the country we live in today. Four lads from Liverpool have taken a seat alongside Shakespeare as one of our key cultural exports to the world, a world they changed and re-made in their own image in a blaze of creativity. But these four distinct personalities changed the world not in isolation but with more than a little help from their friends.

Like all the best stories there’s an incredible supporting cast, and all the most compelling elements of the great dramas: ambition, power, triumph, disaster, heartbreak, tragedy, drama, intrigue, lust…and of course, love.

Split into 3 sections, Before The Beatles, With the Beatles and Beyond the Beatles, bestselling writer and broadcaster Stuart Maconie tells the epic tale of the people who made the band who made Britain, and along the way adds his own experiences, encounters and conversations that show the Beatles like you’ve never seen them before.

AFTERWORD:

Since the book has not yet been published I certainly can not give a fair opinion about the contents contained within. However, I am certainly interested in the angle used to tell this world famous story!!! Looking forward to reading the book when it arrives!

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Posted on 14/04/202514/04/2025 by Buzz — Leave a comment

A BEATLES RARITY – PRINT AND AUDIO – THAT DID NOT SELL

A pair of Beatles Rarity related print oddities: Beatbook One and Beatbook Number Two issued in the 60s, followed by a fascinating story about A VERY RARE GEORGE HARRISON CASSETTE TAPE that well-known Beatles fan, Dave Morrell had listened to at an auction house.

The article was written by Beatles information specialist, Steve Marinucci. The tape featured George performing several John Lennon compositions before a group of people in India.

A Beatles Rarity Book

Enjoy the wonderful story…! The Beatbook books were found through Ebay and a Beatles fan on my old FB group!

A STORY ABOUT A VERY RARE GEORGE HARRISON CASSETTE TAPE

The article about the rare George Harrison cassette written by Beatles info specialist, Steve Marinucci:

PAUL ON THE RUN: Unheard George Harrison tape has Beatle doing tunes sung by John Lennon (paulontheruntour.blogspot.com)

Ironically, the tape which Dave Morrell heard at the auction house did not meet the reserve price, so who knows where it is now???

Wonder if the public at large will ever be able to hear this wonderful George Harrison rare cassette?

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OUR FEATURED BOOK AT THE BEATLES BOOKSTORE

Guide to The Beatles London

The book is divided into the followings sections:
The Story of The Beatles in London. A chronological history from their first visit to London to their break-up.
A walking tour of The Beatles London. A three hour walking tour around major Beatles locations in Central London.
Drive My Car. Other Beatles locations in and around London.
Further Information for Beatles Fans. More information of use to Beatles fans coming to London.

£8.00

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Posted on 11/04/202511/04/2025 by Buzz — 1 Comment

BOB WOOLER – THE CAVERN’S MASTER OF CEREMONIES

Bob Wooler was the man who introduced many groups in the club that were to become a major part of the Mersey Sound that was to spread across the world.

Links to the Beatles have established an extended sense of immortality to people that were associated with them over the years, and one such man was Bob Wooler, the Cavern Club announcer who announced and introduced the group so many times in the early sixties.

Here are two books of interest about Mr. Wooler. The first book is a collection of some of his personal memorabilia. The book was put together after his passing to highlight some of the keepsakes he kept in his personal collection.

BOB WOOLER – LIVERPOOL MUSIC ROOTS – This Day in Music Books 2021

The Best of Fellas: The Story of Bob Wooler: Liverpool’s First DJ, the Man Who Introduced the Beatles Paperback – December 1, 2002

Spencer Leigh

Drivegreen Publications

This book is more of a biography and was written by author and radio announcer, Spencer Leigh!

Those that may be interested in these books, check Abe Books, eBay, and both Amazon US and Amazon UK! If that fails try to use a book search service site!

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DISCOVER MORE ABOUT THE CAVERN IN THIS GREAT BOOK BY DEBBIE GREENBERG

Cavern Club – The Inside Story

This first-hand account of Debbie’s teen years frequenting and eventually helping to run the original Cavern Club is the authentic inside story of the Beatles launch pad, full of triumphs and failures – and surprise celebrity encounters.

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