Please note: The book was released on October 13th, 2026, in the UK. The US release is listed for January of 2027!
By John “Buzz” Bezzini
A few YouTube links to interviews with author Gary Kemp:
Gary Kemp bought Brian Epstein’s address book and discovered ‘the DNA of the Beatles’
Gary Kemp Of Spandau Ballet Has Authored A Book Based On Brian Epstein’s Address Book From 1967.
AMAZON DESCRIPTION OF THE BOOK:
“A little peep behind the net curtain of swinging London. Meet the people that made the ’60s tick.” Noel Gallagher
When I first saw Brian Epstein’s black Twinlock binder, I was struck by how small and unassuming it was – just 160 by 100 millimetres, the kind of thing you could slip into a coat pocket. But inside, it held a universe. The book felt alive, buzzing, ready and waiting to be explored. So I dug deeper.
1967 – The World of Brian Epstein and the Beatles is a remarkable fusion of biography and detective story, offering a vivid portrait of The Beatles’ inner circle and the cultural energy of the 1960s. This engaging work delves into the extraordinary cast of characters – from Mick Jagger to David Bailey – a dazzling mix of celebrities, musicians, icons, power players and the occasional shady character. Everyone who was anyone in the 1960s found their way into its pages.
When Gary first acquired the book, he was seized by an irresistible curiosity. Who was Brian Epstein, really? And who were all these fascinating names? This project offers an intimate and unprecedented exploration of the connections he forged and the figures who helped define a generation.
More than just an address book, it is a time capsule of one of the most electrifying years in modern culture: 1967.
Perfect for Beatles fans, music historians, and anyone curious about the electric culture and untold stories of the 1960s.
Signed copy links from a key member of the group Spandau Ballet, Gary Kemp, who authored the book!
SIGNED COPY LINKS:
1967 – The World of Brian Epstein and The Beatles – Signed Copy | Booka Bookshop
AUTHOR GARY KEMP BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Back cover of the book:
Sample page of the book from Amazon:
AMAZON LINKS: (Unsigned copies)
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Be healthy and be happy!
Buzz
LEARN MORE ABOUT BRIAN EPSTEIN IN THIS GREAT BOOK
NEMS and the Business of Selling Beatles Merchandise in the U.S. 1964-1966 (2ND EDITION)
The book covers the approximately 150 licensed items that dotted store shelves and helped fuel the band-crazed fan during the time right after the band landed in America and performed on The Ed Sullivan Show. Toys, games, dolls, jewelry, clothing, wigs, and more!
Barnes and Noble site: httpss://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/nems-and-the-business-of-selling-beatles-merchandise-in-the-us-1964-1966-terry-crain/1137422952?ean=9783347096165#
