Kim Walker
Boatwright
Honors English 10, 1A
24, March 2015
The Beatles There have been many people, known as artists, who have tried to change the world through their art. “Art” can be paintings, music, dances, sculptures, literature, or photography. There are many ways to communicate and express ones feelings but The Beatles did it through their popular music. Although they didn’t focus on changing the world of politics or try to protest through their music they have songs that focus on those exact two things. In 1966, the English rock band that consisted of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr (the Fab Four), released a song called “Taxman” on their album Revolver. George Harrison wrote this song after he “discovered how much of The Beatles earnings went straight to the Treasury” (Taxman | The Beatles Bible) and “in anger at finding out what the taxman did” (“Taxman.” Wikipedia.). In the song, it states “let me tell you how it will be, there 's one for you, nineteen for me” (Revolution). George shared the meaning of that line. He said, “In those days we paid 19 shillings and sixpence [96p] out of every pound” (Taxman | The Beatles Bible). “Taxman” is remember by The Beatles fans as “the first song in which John, Paul, George and Ringo have expressed their discontent towards the governmental measures and have made a political statement” (The Beatles – “Taxman”).
Two years after “Taxman”, The Beatles released a song that focused on politics,
For this week’s listening assignment I will compare two songs from the Beatle’s early music style and compare it to their more experimental later style. The difference in the music from these two periods is striking. “Can’t Buy Me Love” and “Love Me Do” sound like live recordings and can be described as an audio snapshot, while I am the Walrus and “Tomorrow Never Knows” are enhanced using extensive studio production. “Can’t Buy Me Love” and “Love Me Do” are similar in that each follows the AABA song form, have a looser texture, and uses simple instrumentation including the bass guitar, rhythm guitar and drums. “Can’t Buy Me Love” adds a bluesy harmonica to the instrumentation which makes the harmony
There are many bands and individual musicians influenced by the Beatles. Beatlemanina in the 1960’s sparked a light in many artists around the world and also continues to mesmerize people young and old today. Their music is timeless and unique. From the 60’s to present, many artists obtain an influence from the Beatles, even some artists that you wouldn 't imagine obtaining guidance from the Beatles. The grunge band Nirvana hit the 90’s by storm and created a sound all of their own, however they too obtained influence from the Fab Four. Although Nirvana used heavy metal and punk rock’s distortion, they also incorporated melodic hooks that can be heard in Beatles music too.
Four Beatles in a row, crossing the black-and-white zebra crossing on Abbey Road, one so serious-looking, one barefoot and smoking, one simply looking to keep up with his friends and the fourth in white, hands in pocket and his face swathed in hair compose the cover art of their last-recorded album, Abbey Road . The album shows a band still clearly in its prime, capable of songwriting and recording feats that other groups could only envy. Working for the first time exclusively on an eight-track tape machine (Richardson), their mastery of the studio was undeniable, and Abbey Road still holds its fresh and exciting appeal nearly forty-seven years later.
A line the Beatles lived by was, “there are places I remember all my life/ all these places have their memories.” One of the most prominent places that make up Charleston is the centrally located Marion Square. Marion Square Hotel and Garden has been around for centuries; it possesses a prime location for different types of cultural and social activity in downtown Charleston. Tourist are able to see how the park has many purposes that help prolong the Charleston vibe. As I grew up attending art festivals, performing in festivals themselves, spending my weekends puppy sitting, and modeling on the garden, it is clear to me why everyone loves the garden due to its radiant environment. People enjoy their summer afternoons outside playing sports, tanning, or reading a book under the vibrant golden globe in the sky. I have cherished many childhood events on the garden and because of the intense feeling I get when I have a flashback; I can not wait for more to come.
Although, it seems to me, it’s more evident that the Beatles didn’t “change the world in the sixties”, but in fact they merely reflected a changing world – this opinion is supported by both source 17 and 18. It’s stated by Allan Kozinn in source 17 that “although they seemed to be the leaders of the new youth culture, they were by no means its architects” which is also supported in source 18 by the inclusion of the words “innovators” and “spokesperson” – these words infer that the four men were imitating original views and opinions. Source 16 also agrees with this opinion to an extent – Lennon often had
The Beatles are one of my favorite bands.It was their song, " Hey Jude" that I first listen to when i was only about 5 years old. Ever since then I couldnt help but admire them in so many ways. They were on of the very first British bands to conquer the American audience. They have such a unique sound, that can make you feel calm and at the same time make you wanna get up and dance!
The Beatles are simply the greatest band ever. 20 accomplishments, achievements and innovations that may change your mind:
It was the 1960s in Liverpool, England when John McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr and John Lennon joined to create one of the most influential rock bands the world has ever known; The Beatles. An odd moniker for a band, their name was influenced by Buddy Holly’s group, The Crickets and subsequently changed several times. The group was originally started by McCartney, Harrison and Starr was only a session drummer at the time who loaned his talents to the popular “Love Me Do” track. It wasn’t until 1962 when Starr became a full fledged member and Beatlemania grew through all of Britain. “The Fab Four” was born.
Music has impacted human lives all throughout history, whether it has been a simple thing like someone playing their guitar in the streets or an overcrowded performance by an artist. The reason behind this is because music has been able to express emotions that many can’t express into words and it has grown so much throughout the years that it has exponentially become a statement for those trying to impact others. A great example of a group, who was able to influence not only lives, but some say even generations, is The Beatles.
“I wanna hold your hand” You have probably heard this song before, but did you know it was from The Beatles? In the 1960s, there were hippies, rock enthusiasts and even more groups. But, ever since the mid-60s the rock music has never been the same. With the Beatles being the most famous rock group in the 1960’s. During the 1960s The Beatles had been a very influential group, changing the rock genre forever.
The beatles were a inspiring rock band that formed in liverpool, England.In 1962 the Beatles were the most popular rock band, practicly the biggest thing in the 20th centry.June of 1965 the Queen of England announced that the Beatles were awarded MBE (Member of the order of British Empire).The band included Paul McCartney,Ringo Starr,George Harrison,and John Lennon.The Beatles had many other titles including Jonny and the Moondogs,the Silver Beetles and the
Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band by the Beatles is both critically acclaimed and significant to the history of rock and roll. The group’s eighth album was released May 26, 1967, in the UK. A year earlier, the Beatles had decided to stop touring, leading to a more experimental approach to their music. This experimental and artistic edge is seen throughout the psychedelic Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.
Hello, The Name's, John Winston Lennon and I’m singer and songwriter from the band the Beatles. I was born in Liverpool on October 9, 1940. When I was around five years old, my parents separated and I started to live with my aunt Mimi. At the age of five my mother wanted me to choose between her and my father. I first chose my father, but when his mother walked out on me I ran after her. I couldn’t bare to not be without her. Anyway on a happier note, at a young age, I was always interested in music. People like Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley were one of my inspirations to get into music. Heck, I begged aunt Mimi to buy me a pair of glasses just like Buddy Holly’s. I mean I probably wouldn’t use them anyway, because I don’t like wearing glasses. Back to music, the first instrument that I learned was a harmonica that was given to me by my uncle George. After my uncle’s death, in 1955, I continued to learn more about instruments and later learned to play the guitar. After about two lessons I was seriously going to quit, but after hearing that
“The Beatles would ultimately pursue a goal quite similar to that of Marx – to change the way people think about the world In
In our world today, and throughout the times before us, there have been people who have chosen to step forward and defend the rights of others. These people are heroes of Social Justice. Men like John Lennon, conspire to change our world and the lives of those who live in it by spreading a message of peace and fighting for our rights. As a young boy Lennon was fascinated with music and had little interest in school or being the perfect child. He quickly discovered his artistic talents and by the age of 16, had made his own band. From there, his musical talent expanded and the band ‘The Beatles’ erupted as a popular rock band. Lennon used his music to spread a message of peace and to also relay his