Download or read book The origins of popular culture and Beatlemania in Britain written by Christian Roßmeier and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2019-04-11 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2011 in the subject English Language and Literature Studies - Culture and Applied Geography, grade: 2,0, University of Bayreuth, language: English, abstract: This paper analyses the origins of popular culture and the so-called "Beatlemania" in Britain. Before the 1960s, the whole world had to recover from the Great War, for instance, in 1948 restrictions on rationed goods were gradually lifted three years after World War II had ended, the rationing of clothes ended the following year, and so on. Finally recovered, Great Britain stood before good times after in 1954 fourteen years of food rationing completely ended at midnight when restrictions on the sale and purchase of meat and bacon were lifted. The economy of Britain evolved quite successful as can be seen on manufacturing and export economy, above all the main industries steel, coal, automotive and textiles. Overall, it seemed to be a change not just in economy. Caused by the economical upswing, many people were employed and, consequently, obtained payment which increased their disposable income. That fact gave the Britons more freedom and therefore they were able to afford household items such as televisions, refrigerators, washing machines etc, as well as cars; even hire-purchases, i. e. arrangements for payment by installments, were usual. Also young adults or teenagers, who were working besides school mostly in part-time jobs, earned their own money in those days. Benefitted by that, they were able to purchase goods on their own, independent from their parents and other adults. In contrast to previous youth generations, especially pre-war generations, young people could enjoy the omnipresent music and fashion which was spread by mass-media such as magazines or television. With the new freedom and possibilities, the younger generation had the chance to develop their own identity instead of living like the other adults. But they were not just using this chance; they even rebelled and broke away from their parents, which resulted in the emergence of youth culture as well as popular culture.
Download or read book Meet the Beatles written by Steven D. Stark and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 601 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rob Sheffield, the Rolling Stone columnist and bestselling author of Love Is a Mix Tape, offers an entertaining, unconventional look at the most popular band in history, the Beatles, exploring what they mean today and why they still matter so intensely to a generation that has never known a world without them. Meet the Beatles is not another biography of the Beatles, or a song-by-song analysis of the best of John and Paul. It isn’t another exposé about how they broke up. It isn’t a history of their gigs or their gear. It is a collection of essays telling the story of what this ubiquitous band means to a generation who grew up with the Beatles music on their parents’ stereos and their faces on T-shirts. What do the Beatles mean today? Why are they more famous and beloved now than ever? And why do they still matter so much to us, nearly fifty years after they broke up? As he did in his previous books, Love is a Mix Tape, Talking to Girls About Duran Duran, and Turn Around Bright Eyes, Sheffield focuses on the emotional connections we make to music. This time, he focuses on the biggest pop culture phenomenon of all time—The Beatles. In his singular voice, he explores what the Beatles mean today, to fans who have learned to love them on their own terms and not just for the sake of nostalgia. Meet the Beatles tells the story of how four lads from Liverpool became the world’s biggest pop group, then broke up—but then somehow just kept getting bigger. At this point, their music doesn’t belong to the past—it belongs to right now. This book is a celebration of that music, showing why the Beatles remain the world’s favorite thing—and how they invented the future we’re all living in today.
Download or read book American Popular Culture the Beatles First Edition written by Kenneth Campbell and published by Cognella Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2019-07-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through engaging scholarly essays written by various authors, American Popular Culture and the Beatles illuminates the synergetic relationship between American popular culture of the 1950s and 1960s and the iconic rock band The Beatles. In Part I of the collection, students learn how the emergence of rock and roll in the United States brought about a cultural and musical shift that paved the way for The Beatles. Thought-provoking essays explore why teenagers were so drawn to rock and roll, how American performers elevated the rock and roll genre, and how American music provided a strong foundation for the creation of The Beatles. Part II examines the impact of American rock and roll on Britain in the 1960s, with special emphasis on the appropriation of American music by British artists. Dedicated readings explore the evolving attitudes toward the American South via musical trends, the emergence of skiffle music, and how British rock and rollers also paved the way for The Beatles. The final part explores the influence The Beatles had on American popular culture, speaking to the band's meteoric and unexpected rise to fame, the hysteria and obsession that fueled Beatlemania, and the group's relationship to counterculture and the revolutionary ideals of the late 1960s. American Popular Culture and the Beatles is an ideal textbook for courses in music history and popular culture.
Download or read book The Beatles and Sixties Britain written by Marcus Collins and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2020-03-05 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this rigorous study, Marcus Collins reconceives the Beatles' social, cultural and political impact on sixties Britain.
Download or read book The Beatles and the 1960s written by Kenneth L. Campbell and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-08-12 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Beatles are widely regarded as the foremost and most influential music band in history and their career has been the subject of many biographies. Yet the band's historical significance has not received sustained academic treatment to date. In The Beatles' Reception in the 1960s, Kenneth L. Campbell uses the Beatles as a lens through which to explore the sweeping, panoramic history of the social, cultural and political transformations that occurred in the 1960s. It draws on audience reception theory and untapped primary source material, including student newspapers, to understand how listeners would have interpreted the Beatles' songs and albums not only in Britain and the United States, but also globally. Taking a year-by-year approach, each chapter analyses the external influences the Beatles absorbed, consciously or unconsciously, from the culture surrounding them. Some key topics include race relations, gender dynamics, political and cultural upheavals, the Vietnam War and the evolution of rock music and popular culture. The book will also address the resurgence of the Beatles' popularity in the 1980s, as well as the relevance of The Beatles' ideals of revolutionary change to our present day. This is essential reading for anyone looking for an accessible yet rigorous study of the historical relevance of the Beatles in a crucial decade of social change.
Download or read book The Beatles and Film written by Stephen Glynn and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-11-29 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This concise yet comprehensive study explores the emblematic journey by four young men from Liverpool from the epicentre of teen-led youth culture to the experimentation of the counterculture and beyond. Beginning with the celebration of Britain’s own ‘youthquake’ in the joyous and genre-shifting A Hard Day’s Night (1964), the author delves into how the Beatles’ film work allows us to chart their subsequent musical maturation and retreat from the tribulations of stardom in Help!, their tentative attempts at improvised filming in the televised Magical Mystery Tour (1967), their acceptance of cartoon representations as leaders of the hippie counterculture in Yellow Submarine (1968), and the final implosion of their musical dynamic in the recording studios of Let It Be (1970). The book analyses how, as they grew with their fanbase, the Beatles’ films alternate stylistically between mimetic representation and allegorical interpretation, and switch narratively between fan-filled and welcoming worlds, to films relaying introspection and isolation. Offering an in-depth case study of the successes and failures of British youth culture in a volatile decade, The Beatles and Film is an engaging text for both scholars and general readers alike.
Download or read book Beatlemania written by André Millard and published by Johns Hopkins University Press+ORM. This book was released on 2012-06-04 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This look at how changes in the music industry made the Fab Four phenomenon possible “presents a different interpretation of a much-studied topic” (Essays in Economic and Business History). In this unique study, André Millard argues that, despite the Beatles’ indisputable skill, they would not have attained the same global recognition or been as influential without the convergence of significant developments in the way music was produced, recorded, sold, and consumed. As the Second Industrial Revolution hit full swing and baby boomers came of age, the reel-to-reel recorder and other technological advances sped the evolution of the music business. Musicians, recording studios and record labels, and music fans used and interacted with music-making and -playing technology in new ways. Higher quality machines made listening to records and the radio an experience that one could easily share with others, even if they weren’t in the same physical space. At the same time, an increase in cross-Atlantic commerce—especially of entertainment products—led to a freer exchange of ideas and styles of expression, notably among the middle and lower classes in the U.S. and the UK. At that point, Millard argues, the Beatles rode their remarkable musicianship and cultural savvy to an unprecedented bond with their fans—and spawned Beatlemania. Lively and insightful, Beatlemania offers a deeper understanding the days of the Fab Four and the band’s long-term effects on the business and culture of pop music.
Download or read book The Beatles in Canada The Origins of Beatlemania written by Piers Hemmingsen and published by Omnibus Press. This book was released on 2016-04-11 with total page 1078 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By the spring of 1964, Toronto had the largest and most organized Beatles fan base in North America. The Beatles in Canada: The Origins of Beatlemania! finally tells the true story of how The Beatles’ music and popularity began in Canada a full year before they landed in the U.S.A. Piers Hemmingsen provides a concise look at how radio stations, newspapers and television networks in Canada covered the phenomenon that was Beatlemania, and this digital edition is packed with full-colour images of the band, their travels, those they inspired, and an immense hoard of memorabilia gathered along the way. ’After all these years, I still cannot comprehend where Piers gets his energy supply from. He has written four previous books about The Beatles and discovered an appreciative readership for all of them. However, to me this book, the one you are holding, is his breakthrough. Where it could have been an easy exercise with new information about the Fab Four, Piers has taken one large step forward. He is also able to incorporate the beginnings of the Canadian music industry. Through mainly focusing on one record company he has been able to capture the excitement of a young industry finding its way, competing with the giants in the United States.' – Paul White, Capitol Records of Canada, 1957-1978
Download or read book American Popular Culture and the Beatles written by Kenneth Campbell and published by . This book was released on 2018-12-31 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through engaging scholarly essays written by various authors, American Popular Culture and the Beatles illuminates the synergetic relationship between American popular culture of the 1950s and 1960s and the iconic rock band The Beatles. In Part I of the collection, students learn how the emergence of rock and roll in the United States brought about a cultural and musical shift that paved the way for The Beatles. Thought-provoking essays explore why teenagers were so drawn to rock and roll, how American performers elevated the rock and roll genre, and how American music provided a strong foundation for the creation of The Beatles. Part II examines the impact of American rock and roll on Britain in the 1960s, with special emphasis on the appropriation of American music by British artists. Dedicated readings explore the evolving attitudes toward the American South via musical trends, the emergence of skiffle music, and how British rock and rollers also paved the way for The Beatles. The final part explores the influence The Beatles had on American popular culture, speaking to the band's meteoric and unexpected rise to fame, the hysteria and obsession that fueled Beatlemania, and the group's relationship to counterculture and the revolutionary ideals of the late 1960s. American Popular Culture and the Beatles is an ideal textbook for courses in music history and popular culture. Kenneth Campbell is a professor of history at Monmouth University, where he teaches a course on the Beatles, as well as courses in Western civilization, history of the British Isles, history of Ireland, medieval and early modern Europe, and the philosophy of history. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Delaware. Dr. Campbell is the author of A History of the British Isles: Prehistory to the Present; Ireland's History: Prehistory to the Present; Windows into Men's Souls: Religious Nonconformity in Tudor and Early Stuart England; Western Civilization: A Global and Comparative Approach, Volumes I and II; and The Intellectual Struggle of the English Papists in the Seventeenth Century.
Download or read book The Beatles Popular Music and Society written by NA NA and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-04-30 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More has been written about the Beatles than any other performing artists of the twentieth century. Accounts of their lives and times have been retold, reproduced and reinvented to the extent that their achievements have passed into contemporary folklore and popular mythology. What has been surprisingly absent, however, is any sustained critical investigation of the numerous debates and issues the group provoked. This book provides that long overdue analysis, by seeking to present the academic study of the Beatles in its appropriate contexts - historical, political, musical and sociological. Consisting entirely of newly commissioned articles and written by an international group of scholars, its contents challenge many of the traditional assumptions about the Beatles and offer fresh and provocative insights into the nature of their success and its continuing influence. It is essential reading for those wishing to understand not only the phenomenon of the Beatles but also the cultural environment within which popular music continues to be practised and studied.
Download or read book The Beatles are Coming written by Bruce Spizer and published by 498 Productions, LLC. This book was released on 2003 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An account of the explosion of the Beatles' popularity in the U.S. includes 450 photos and images from period publications, album art work, merchandising and publicity materials, and documents from various legal tussles between record labels after the Beatles' worth became evident.
Download or read book The Beatles written by Michael R. Frontani and published by Univ. Press of Mississippi. This book was released on 2009-09-18 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Beatles: Image and the Media charts the transformation of the Beatles from teen idols to leaders of the youth movement and powerful cultural agents. Drawing upon American mainstream print media, broadcasts, albums, films, and videos, the study covers the band's career in the United States. Michael R. Frontani explores how the Beatles' media image evolved and how this transformation related to cultural and historical events. Upon their arrival in the U.S., the Beatles wore sharply tailored suits and cast themselves as adorable, accessible teen heartthrobs. By the end of the decade, they had absorbed the fashion and consciousness of the burgeoning counterculture and were using their interviews, media events, and music to comment on issues such as the Vietnam War, drug culture, and civil rights. Frontani traces the steps that led to this change and comments on how the band's mantra of essential optimism never wavered despite the evolution of its media profile.
Download or read book Beatleness written by Candy Leonard and published by Skyhorse. This book was released on 2016-07-05 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A must-have for Beatles fans looking for new insight . . . Leonard uncovers fresh ideas [that] . . . six decades of Beatles literature passed over." —The Spectrum Part generational memoir and part cultural history of the sixties, Beatleness is the first book to tell the story of the Beatles and their impact on America from the fans’ perspective. When the Beatles arrived in the United States on February 7, 1964, they immediately became a constant, compelling presence in fans’ lives. For the next six years, the band presented a nonstop deluge of steadily evolving sounds, ideas, and images that transformed the childhood and adolescence of millions of baby boomers and nurtured a relationship unique in history. Exploring that relationship against the backdrop of the sexual revolution, political assassinations, the Vietnam War, and other events, Beatleness examines critically the often-heard assertion that the Beatles “changed everything” and shows how—through the interplay between the group, the fans, and the culture—that change came about. Beatleness incorporates hundreds of hours of in-depth fan interviews and includes many fan vignettes. Offering a fresh perspective and new insights on the Beatles phenomenon, it allows readers to experience—or re-experience—what it was like to be a young person during those transformative years.
Download or read book We re Going to See the Beatles written by Garry Berman and published by Santa Monica Press. This book was released on 2008-04-01 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “We’re Going to See the Beatles!” presents the story of Beatlemania in America as experienced by their most devoted fans. “We’re Going to See the Beatles!” includes anecdotes from those who cheered the group as they arrived at Kennedy Airport in 1964, who kept vigil for them outside the Plaza Hotel, and who sat in the studio audience of The Ed Sullivan Show for the band’s landmark first live TV broadcast. Other fans detail what it was like to see the Beatles in one of their rare concerts at such famous venues as Shea Stadium and Candlestick Park. From the earliest whispers about the band to the Beatles’ appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, and from their subsequent tours and albums to their breakup, author Garry Berman has collected stories from the fans who witnessed the hysteria firsthand. Contributors from around the United States also share photographs and mementos to help create a richly detailed and entertaining oral history. What emerges is a highly personal account of the Beatles and their incredible impact on music and popular culture.
Download or read book The Beatles and Philosophy written by Michael Baur and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A collection of essays explores philosophical aspects of the Beatles' music, lyrics, and political acitivities. Topics addressed include: skepticism and epistemology, the philosophy of love, altered consciousness and drug culture, and Marxism and social philosophy"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book The Beatles Revolution The Soundtrack Of A Generation written by Eternia Publishing and published by Zander Pearce. This book was released on 2023-05-25 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE BEATLES REVOLUTION: THE SOUNDTRACK OF A GENERATION: A RETROSPECTIVE LOOK AT THE BAND'S IMPACT ON POPULAR CULTURE AND MUSIC Introducing "The Beatles Revolution: The Soundtrack Of A Generation," a comprehensive guide to the legendary band that revolutionized music and pop culture. This book provides an in-depth look at every aspect of the Beatles' incredible career and lasting impact, from their early years in Liverpool to their solo careers and beyond. Through a series of chapters, readers will learn about the band's rise to fame, their musical innovations and the cultural impact that they had on the world. As one of the most important bands in music history, the Beatles' legacy is still felt today, more than 50 years after their debut. This book provides an in-depth look at the band's history and impact, highlighting the many reasons why they are still beloved by fans around the world. Don't miss out on the chance to own a piece of music history with "The Beatles Revolution," the definitive guide to one of the greatest bands of all time. CONTENT (40 CHAPTERS) The Beginning: The Early Years Of The Beatles The Rise To Fame: The Beatles' Breakthrough Years The British Invasion: The Beatles Take America By Storm The Beatlemania Phenomenon: The Height Of The Beatles' Popularity The Evolution Of The Beatles' Sound The Beatles' Creative Genius: The Making Of Classic Albums The Beatles And Film: The Fab Four On The Big Screen The Beatles' Political And Social Impact The Beatles And Psychedelia: Exploring The 'Sgt. Pepper' Era The Beatles' Final Years: The End Of An Era The Beatles' Legacy: Influence On Music And Culture The Beatles' Solo Careers: Life After The Beatles The Beatles' Reunions: The Comeback Years The Beatles' Relationships: Love, Loss, And Heartbreak The Beatles' Spiritual Journey: From Liverpool To India The Beatles' Lyrics: A Deeper Look Into Their Songs The Beatles' Collaborations: Working With Other Artists The Beatles' Business Ventures: From Apple Corps To Merchandising The Beatles' Private Lives: Behind The Scenes The Beatles' Impact On The World: A Lasting Legacy The Beatles And Their Fashion: From The Mop Top To Psychedelia The Beatles And The Recording Studio: Experimentation And Innovation The Beatles And Their Musical Influences: From Skiffle To Rock 'N' Roll The Beatles And Technology: How They Revolutionized Sound The Beatles And Politics: Their Views And Activism The Beatles And Religion: Exploring Their Spiritual Beliefs The Beatles And Literature: Their Favorite Books And Poetry The Beatles And Art: Their Love For Paintings And Graphic Design The Beatles And Humor: From Zany Interviews To Witty Songs The Beatles And Controversies: From The "Lennon's Jesus" Statement To The "Butcher Cover" The Beatles And Language: Their Use Of Linguistic Playfulness The Beatles And Food: Their Favorite Dishes And Drinks The Beatles And Fashion: Their Influence On Clothing Trends The Beatles And Sports: Their Love For Soccer, Boxing, And Other Games The Beatles And Travel: From Hamburg To India And Beyond The Beatles And Mythology: Exploring Their Use Of Archetypes And Symbols The Beatles And Gender: Their Portrayal Of Masculinity And Femininity The Beatles And Time: How They Captured The Spirit Of The 60s The Beatles And Love: Their Romantic Relationships And Songs The Beatles And Legacy: Their Impact On Future Generations
Download or read book Why Don t We Do it in the Road written by John Astley and published by INFORMATION ARCHITECTS. This book was released on 2006 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Why Don?t We Do It In The Road? the author looks back to the 1960s and the global phenomenon surrounding four young men from Liverpool . . .The names and the songs are well known, but the ?why?? is more difficult to assess - even with hindsight - against the glare of the music industry?s powerful myth-making apparatus. . .John Astley deploys his forensic skills as a sociologist todevelop an original take on the kaleidoscopic landscape that gave birth to The Beatles phenomenon . . .The reader is invited to take a peep back into the recent past - at the post-War years in England. . .the trembling class structure of an exhausted society. . .and the advent of global communicationsin the 1960s as the music industry and British culture is unmade and remade . . .Put another way, ?Why Don?t We DoIt In The Road?? is question that has gone answered for four decades - until now. John Astley is a writer and lecturer - and is a frequent contributor to journals, conferences, and radio talks. As a sociologist of culture, he is also the author of three volumes of collected essays: Liberation & Domestication, Culture & Creativity, and Professionalism & Practice. John Astley is currently working on Herbivores and Carnivores, a timely investigation into cultural values in contemporary society.
