The Beatles make their first visit to Studio Two at Abbey Road, continue to expand their gig schedule, make their final line-up change, and attract the attention of a local TV station.

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This is the story of how one of the thousands of amateur British schoolboy skiffle bands in the mid-1950s evolved into the beginnings of the greatest band in popular history. It’s a story of hope, creativity, and exploring musical boundaries. It’s also a story of tragedy, coincidence, and at times just sheer luck.

It is a story of beginnings, the story of John, Paul, George, and Ringo - Before They Were Beatles.

The music heard in this episode included:

• The Beatles - Money (Intro from Decca auditions)
• The Beatles - Love Me Do (Anthology 1)
• The Beatles - Ask Me Why (Teenager’s Turn radio show)
• Bruce Channel - Hey Baby
• Joe Brown - A Picture of You
• Johnny Kid & The Pirates - Shakin’ All Over
• The Beatles - Some Other Guy (Granada TV recording)

You can find full versions of the music heard in this episode in the dedicated Before They Were Beatles Podcast YouTube channel.

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