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	The Beatles' Story on Capitol Records, Part One : Beatlemania & The Singles by Bruce Spizer
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Product Details Binding Hardcover Dewey Decimal Number 016.782421660922 EAN 9780966264913 ISBN 0966264916 Manufacturer Four Ninety-Eight Productions Number Of Items 1 Number Of Pages 226 Publication Date March 20, 2000 Publisher Four Ninety-Eight Productions Product Description This highly anticipated follow-up to Bruce Spizer's critically acclaimed 'The Beatles Records on Vee-Jay' contains detailed information on the group's Capitol singles from 'I Want To Hold Your Hand' through 'Lady Madonna', as well as chapters on Beatlemania in America, how Capitol marketed the Beatles, Capitol's Beatles related singles, the history of Capitol Records, the Capitol Record Club and other fascinating stories. Hard cover with over 500 color photos throughout, including all picture sleeves, label variations, trade advertisements and press kits. Essential and entertaining for both casual fans and serious collectors. Spizer, a tax attorney, Beatles historian, and contributor to various Beatles fan magazines, offers this meticulously researched follow-up to The Beatles Records on Vee-Jay (498 Prods., 1998). His study of the Beatles' American recordings on Capitol Records is two-fold. This work, Part 1, examines 45 rpm singles from 1964's 'I Want To Hold Your Hand' to 1968's 'Lady Madonna' (the last Capitol release before the Beatles launched Apple Records). Part 2, scheduled for fall 2000, will cover the Beatles' LPs. Three sections make up this title: how Capitol finally agreed to release Beatles records in the United States after rejecting the first four British hits; a breakdown of each single release with explanations and photographs of each issued label and picture sleeve variation, complete with coverage of Capitol's Beatles-related novelty singles, Canadian releases, and counterfeit records; and, lastly, a history of Capitol and other Capitol miscellany. The forthcoming book will contain information that will apply to this title, e.g., a chapter on identifying pressing plants based on information etched in the plastic discs. Hundreds of source documents from Capitol's files are reproduced, such as Capitol's first Beatles press release. In 2001, Spizer plans to write a history of the Beatles on Apple Records. Spizer's works are indispensable for serious Beatles collectors but of limited appeal to casual fans; recommended for libraries with large pop music/Beatles collections. [Chronicle Books will publish The Beatles Anthology, the first Apple Records-sanctioned history of the band, sometime this year.--Ed.].--Lloyd Jansen, Stockton-San Joaquin Cty. P.L., C.--. -Lloyd Jansen, Stockton-San Joaquin Cty. P.L., CA Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. Comprehensive, historically accurate and extremely entertaining. A stunning visual work. Deserves to be the cornerstone of every Beatles' library. -- Goldmine, May 5, 2000 Comprehensive...beautiful, lavish. A time capsule of [Beatles] releases and how first-generation American fans were exposed to the music. -- Billboard, April 1, 2000 Meticulous detail, behind-the-scenes stories...marvelously reproduced illustrations. This is a book for any fan of The Beatles. -- Beatlefan, March-April, 2000 Spizer has perfectly captured Beatlemania the way Americans experienced it--through the records released by Capitol. -- Good Day Sunshine, Issue # 84 This is the most complete and thorough account of the Beatles American records I have ever seen. I find it totally accurate in every detail. To those Beatles fans who wish to own such an account, one can not find better than this book. I can't tell you how impressed I am with The Beatles' Story on Capitol Records. Bruce's research and documentation is fantastic. I learned a lot of what went on below my executive responsibilities as president of Capitol Records! You will also learn a lot and be entertained. -- Alan Livingston, President of Capitol Records, 1962-1968 This highly anticipated follow-up to Bruce Spizer's critically acclaimed 'The Beatles Records on Vee-Jay' contains detailed information on the group's Capitol singles from 'I Want To Hold Your Hand' through 'Lady Madonna', as well as chapters on Beatlemania in America, how Capitol marketed the Beatles, Capitol's Beatles related singles, the history of Capitol Records, the Capitol Record Club and other fascinating stories. Hard cover with over 500 color photos throughout, including all picture sleeves, label variations, trade advertisements and press kits. Essential and entertaining for both casual fans and serious collectors. The Beatles' Story on Capitol Records is an extension of the name of one of Capitol's 'specially created for the American market' albums. This book (Part One of two parts) covers the Beatles singles released by Capitol from December, 1963, through March, 1968. Part Two will cover the albums. Although Capitol was not the first label to issue Beatles records in the United States, the majority of the group's songs appeared in America on the Hollywood-based label. Thus, for American first generation Beatles fans, the Beatles and Capitol are forever intertwined. The format of this book is similar to my previous opus, 'The Beatles Records on Vee-Jay.' It details the songs contained on Capitol's Beatles records, presents color images pictures of the picture sleeves, trade ads and record labels and tells the stories behind the records and the company's marketing of the Beatles. For marketing and financial reasons, Capitol chose not to duplicate the Beatles British releases. The label's first Beatles record, 'I Want To Hold Your Hand,' had a different flip side, as did its third single, 'A Hard Day's Night.' Capitol also released several 'created for the American market' singles that were never released in England. In a little over four years, Capitol issued nineteen regular singles, six Star Line singles, two extended play discs, thirteen albums and a double documentary disc. In addition, the label prepared three jukebox mini-albums, two promotional open-end interview records and other assorted records featuring or related to the Beatles. All in all, a most impressive catalog. The book's opening section, titled 'Beatlemania In America,' explains why Capitol initially rejected the Beatles four times before finally agreeing to issue the group's records. It tells the story of what convinced the label to sign the band and details Capitol's initial marketing campaign for the Beatles and the group's relationship with the press. Of particular interest is the attention given by Capitol and the media to the Beatles hair. At the time the Beatles burst upon the scene, crew cuts and short hair were the norm and the Beatles mop-top hair style was considered radically long. To adult observers, the hair was as different as the music. Section Two is titled 'The Beatles Hit Singles On Capitol.' It details the 45 RPM (revolutions per minute) Beatles records and other 7' discs issued by Capitol from late December, 1963, through early 1968. For each release, an illustration of record's custom picture sleeve is provided. Information regarding release dates, chart action and sales is followed by stories of the recording of the songs. The picture sleeve and label variations for each record are described, followed by pictures of the sleeves and labels. The section also covers the 7' jukebox mini-albums, interview records and Beatles related singles issued by Capitol. There are also chapters on the singles released by Capitol of Canada and how to spot counterfeit singles and picture sleeves. Section Three, titled 'Capitol Ideas,' contains a brief history of Capitol Records, as well as chapters on the Capitol Record Club, merchandising and Capitol catalogs, press kits and press releases. There is also a pictorial bibliography titled 'More Great Books For Your Beatles Collection' and a checklist of the Capitol Beatles singles catalog from the December 26, 1963, release of 'I Want To Hold Your Hand' through the release of 'Lady Madonna' in March, 1968. Compiling this book brought back wonderful memories. In addition to reading numerous trade journals, magazines and newspaper articles from the sixties, I listened to the music in its purist form by playing the records. Placing the early Capitol swirl 45s on my vintage 1964 Beatles turntable transported me back in time. The record player hummed and its turntable varied between 44 and 46 revolutions per minute, but that only enhanced the experience. I first heard most of the singles covered by this book blaring through a school bus radio tuned to WTIX in New Orleans. For me, I Want To Hold Your Hand and the Beatles made their debut one afternoon in early January, 1964. Both quickly became the highlight of every bus ride and car pool. The 45s released during the summer evoke fond memories of family road trips. Yellow Submarine and Holiday Inns were as much a part of my 1966 vacation as the places we went. The cycle came full circle when I first heard the last original Capitol Beatles single, Lady Madonna, on the school bus. The bus' blown speaker and competing sounds from other riders prevented me from determining if the lead singer was Paul or Ringo, but I knew it was a great song. The tune's rollicking piano reminded me of the exciting Fats Domino singles of the fifties and early sixties. Although I enjoy listening to the Beatles on CD, it is more of a sonic experience than a journey back in time. There is a certain thrill about holding a colorful 7' x 7' picture sleeve and watching an orange and yellow Capitol swirl label spin on a turntable that no CD can ever hope to duplicate. Those Capitol singles were the records of my childhood that I will always remember. For Americans growing up in the sixties, the Beatles on Capitol were the greatest. A narrative and pictorial discography of Beatlemania. Thousands of words have been written about the records...Hundreds on hundreds of color pictures have been printed... All in an effort to capture for fans and collectors the world over the fascinating truth and substance about the Capitol singles and albums by four wonderful guys named John, George, Paul and Ringo. Here, at last, IS the whole story and the real story about the Beatles on Capitol Records, authoritatively researched, written and compiled in two books by Bruce Spizer, author of the critically acclaimed 'The Beatles Records on Vee-Jay.' Here's what you'll find inside: The Beatles records in close-up, packed with details, anecdotes, facts you never knew before about them; the authentic stories of all records; the wonderful wit and humor of the Beatles themselves in off-the-cuff press conferences; the Beatles Campaign; pictures and stories of the Beatles hit records; best of the trade magazine ads; corporate documents; dazzling color photos of all record jackets, picture sleeves, label variations and promotional items; the most comprehensive coverage yet on the capitol records of John, George, Paul and Ringo - from 'I Want To Hold Your Hand' to 'Lady Madonna.' Bruce Spizer is a first generation Beatles fan and a life-long native of New Orleans, Louisiana. He has an extensive Beatles collection, concentrating primarily on United States and Canadian first issue records, record promotional items, press kits and concert posters. A taxman by day, Bruce is a board certified tax attorney and certified public accountant. A paperback writer by night, he is the author of the critically acclaimed book, The Beatles Records on Vee-Jay. Bruce's articles on the Beatles are featured regularly in Beatlology Magazine and Beatlefan. Customers who bought this item also bought The Beatles Story on Capitol Records, Part Two: The Albums The Beatles on Apple Records The Beatles Swan Song: "She Loves You" & Other Records The Beatles Solo on Apple Records Price Guide for the Beatles American Records Customer Reviews for: The Beatles' Story on Capitol Records, Part One : Beatlemania & The Singles Rating - A fascinating look into the Capitol singles! Noted author and Beatles historian Bruce Spizer has never ceased to amaze me. After the unbelievable critically acclaimed success of his first book "Songs, Pictures And Stories Of The Fabulous Beatles Records On Vee-Jay", his next step was to focus on the Capitol Records releases. Because there were so many of these titles issued by the label during the 60s, it was only natural that he would break it down into 2 volumes. This 1st one is titled "Part ... Read More Rating - Not just another Beatles Book This book along with all of Bruce Spizer's books are awesome with a capital "A". Every Beatle fan should own Bruce's books. Me being born the year The Beatles conquered America and not being old enough to buy most of these records, these books have really educated me. I don't look at Bruce Spizer's Books as just Beatles books, they are history lessons. These books will be the prize of your library. Rating - This is the real deal for record collectors!!!! The best book out there for Beatle record collectors...hands down!!!! Rating - Something for every Beatle fan I had heard that Bruce Spizer's books were full of images of record labels, so I wasn't sure I'd be interested in them. A friend of mine who is a serious collector told me this book was the one to start with. As it turns out, it combines lots of new information with a really great trip down memory lane. While I don't find every version of every label particularly interesting, there's a lot in this book that's REALLY great! The opening section on Beatlemania ... Read More see more reviews See all books by author Bruce Spizer

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