The BEATLES Arrive in the USA

On Friday, February 7, 1964, the world of music was changed forever as 5,000 fans, mostly young girls, were crowded onto the upper balcony of New York's JFK Airport arrivals building, waving placards and banners to welcome The Beatles to the United States.  The Beatles gave their first interview on American soil and this is how it went:

Question: Are you a little embarrassed by the lunacy you cause?
John Lennon:  No, it's great.
Paul McCartney:  No.
Ringo Starr:  Marvelous.
George Harrison:  We love it.
John:  We like lunatics.
Question:  You're in favor of lunacy?
The Beatles:  Yeah.
John:  It's healthy.
Question:  Are those English accents?
George:  It's not English.  It's Liverpudlian, you see.
Paul:  The Liverpool accent - so, the way you say some of the words. You know, you say GRASS instead of GRAHHSS, and that sounds a bit American.  So there ya go.
Question:  Liverpool is the...
Ringo:  It's the capital of Ireland.
Paul:  Anyway, we wrote half of your folk songs in Liverpool.
Ringo:  Yeah, don't forget!
Question:  In Detroit Michigan, there handing out car stickers saying, 'Stamp Out The Beatles.'
Paul:  Yeah well... first of all, we're bringing out a 'Stamp Out Detroit' campaign.
Question:  What about the Stamp Out The Beatles campaign?
John:  What about it?
Ringo:  How big are they?
Question:  Would you tell Murray the K to cut that crap out?
The Beatles:  Cut that crap out!
Paul:  Hey, Murray!
Question:  A psychiatrist recently said you're nothing but a bunch of British Elvis Presleys.
John:  He must be blind.
Ringo (shaking like Elvis):  It's not true! It's not true!
Question:  Would you please sing something?
The Beatles:  No!
Ringo:  Sorry.
Question:  There's some doubt that you can sing.
John:  No, we need money first.

Today In BEATLES History

On November 29, 2001, George Harrison, the "Quiet Beatle" passed away.  In honor of his memory, his song,  "My Sweet Lord".

Sir PAUL McCARTNEY Plays YANKEE STADIUM

Last night, Caramia's Collection had the good fortune of attending Paul McCartney's concert at Yankee Stadium.  Once again, Sir Paul did not disappoint -- singing and playing music for 2 1/2 hours!!  The audience was filled with representatives from every generation as proof that Beatles music was, is and will always be current and timeless and appeal to the masses.  The weather here in NY cooperated and the evening was one not soon to be forgotten.

Who Would Be Your Dream Concert?

As an avid Beatles fan since I first saw them on The Ed Sullivan Show, I would of course say the Beatles.  Since that is sadly no longer a possibility, I would have to say Sir Paul McCartney.  My dream is coming true tonight at Yankee Stadium -- will report back on what I know will be a concert of a lifetime!
Who would be your dream concert --- I would love to hear?

AMERICAN IDOL -- Did You Vote?

I found last night's Motown Night disappointing both in performances and song choices.  It was odd for me as I usually find the Beatles night to be the real clinker of the season but loved it this year.  Honestly, when you think of it who can do the Beatles better than the Beatles?
But, back to Motown.  There are so many fabulous songs from that era, I felt a little "cheated" by the choices, some were actually not real Motown songs.  But, I have to say that I was not disappointed by my pick so far for this season Paul McDonald and his version of  "Tracks Of My Tears".  So, yes, I did vote -- did you?  If you voted who did you vote for, I'd love to know.

A Tribute To John Lennon Imagine

Growing up with the Beatles had a huge impact on my life and I love them today even more than when I was a young girl.  A Facebook friend just shared this video with me and I would like to share it with all of you.  If you love John Lennon, this is very special.  Imagine....................