REACTION TO THE BEATLES: “With the Beatles” | Listening to Album 2 + LEAST FAV SONG!!

HELLO!!! Sorry for the prolonged absence, I have been pretty unstable and trying to find the ground lately. I appreciate everyone’s patience, understanding and kindness during this most difficult time. ESPECIALLY with the holidays coming up, feelings and situations have over complicated themselves and the burden on my heart has only gotten heavier. To see all of your wonderful words of support, love and encouragement has been a great source from which I have pulled strength and I want to let you all know that in this community we are more than friends, we are a family ❤️ I do not take that lightly.
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[@thomastimlin1724]

Til there Was You - George shows what a professional he was on the solo, on Spanish Guitar with nylon strings. Yes you comment that make cover feel like they were written by the Beatles is spot on!

[@tomdegan6924]

Lennon's rhythm on All My Loving is nothing short of amazing. Hold Me Tight is their most underrated recording

[@pablovandyck]

John demonstrates some very excellent, & difficult, strumming technique in "All My Loving". He's a very good guitar player. George's country-western Chet Atkin's style solo is just icing on the cake.

[@johnpress]

To me the strumming reeks of skittle or scuffle.

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

Joh said his rhythm guitar playing was inspired by the song “Da Doo Run Run”. It’s really hard to play that riff, too. Very impressive.

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

@@johnpress Or Skittle’s. LOL

[@jk4675]

And McCartney's walking bass line with Starr's tight beat... 👌🏾

[@patticrichton1135]

@@johnpress I think you MEANT "SKIFFLE" not "skittle" (the candy?) Lol

[@BigToeify]

There are two things to love here. The Beatles and you.

[@maximobenatti6110]

I'm 21, I discovered now the Beatles and I think they're the greatest of all !! Today's music seems plastic music, when I listen to them I understand the meaning of singing and playing instruments

[@CrystalShannon4]

The Beatles definitely left their extraordinary mark on the world and music is forever changed because of their greatness.

[@johannesvalterdivizzini1523]

I'm 66, I saw them perform of the Ed Sullivan Show that night (2/9/64), saw them at Shea Stadium the following year, and was delighted with every record, every film, every appearance. It's reaffirming to see other generations enjoy and appreciate their music as I have for all these years.

[@error.418]

There was plastic music then. The Beatles even made a few plastic songs in the early days. There will always be plastic music. What happens is survivorship bias: the good stuff survives, and the plastic stuff doesn't. That doesn't make plastic music bad, it has its place. And the strong music that survives lives on with us. Appreciate the Beatles. And appreciate the young musicians carrying the torch forward. There is great music from every generation.

[@maximobenatti6110]

@@error.418 Of course, if one makes an effort to look one can find something good In every period but surely the current productions are quite far from the quality, both vocally and especially instrumentally, from the Bands of a few decades ago... just a few minutes ago I heard a Dire Straits song on the radio, Shall we talk about it?

[@error.418]

@@maximobenatti6110 "but surely the current productions are quite far from the quality, both vocally and especially instrumentally, from the Bands of a few decades ago" Comparing Beatles in their prime with whatever is top of charts whenever is rarely a reasonable comparison. It takes time to see what will survive. There is plenty of good music today that doesn't take much effort to find. The point is more that it's a fruitless effort to complain about pop music as literally every generation complains about their pop music and points at the stuff that survived from previous generations as "superior." And your personal taste won't always align with current trends. And that's okay. Instead, spend your efforts spreading the joy of the music you like. That's always worthwhile.

[@bill000]

That harmony in ''I'm so sad and lonely'' in Little Child gets to me every time. It really makes the song.

[@thomastimlin1724]

Til There Was you is from the musical "the Music Man." It was he 2nd song they performed on Ed Sullivan, Feb. 9, 1964, to try to win the parents over. Meredith Wilson, the composer was really impressed they did his song and sent them a telegram care of the Ed Sullivan Show congratulating them. He thought they were good song writers regardless of the "rock and roll." He turned out to be very right.

[@vinceboston7451]

Love your Beatles commentary. Through your ears I get to experience anew. Thank you Crystal. Where can we hear some of your songs? You have a great voice!

[@CrystalShannon4]

Thank you so much! That makes me very happy to hear. I haven’t recorded my music officially, that would be a total dream!

[@walterpanovs]

Wonderful analysis!! You're a pleasure, as always. As for their brilliance with covers, it was all of those hours and hours of playing in Germany and the Cavern Club that helped fine-tune their interpretations so that by the time they made it into the studio (or on a worldwide stage) they could play them effortlessly and totally in their own style. The young, pre-fame Beatles put in such an enormous amount of work and sweat (with their long, long bar gigs) that by the time they had become huge and had to show up for a 20-minute set on TV or stage it was a total piece of cake. (I'd love to see your reaction to their superb first film "A Hard Day's Night.")

[@CrystalShannon4]

Thank you so much Walter, my pal! I appreciate you, you are a pleasure! I so wish I could be giving these first listens back in time, in those cavern clubs!

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

@@CrystalShannon4 If you ever get a chance, check out The Beatles Star Club performance from 1962z. It’s very raw, but powerful rock. Very punk rock. One song from those days “Red Hot” is pure punk and George sings lead on that one.

[@mikeanton9125]

All I Gotta Do is dreamy and John’s vocal interpretation was absolutely sublime.

[@joebloggs396]

Always a huge favourite of mine, really soulful. Should have been more famous, I suppose it wouldn't have been a typical single release.

[@TomSmith-gw6fn]

Well he wrote the song lol....would you say interpretation for that?

[@mikeanton9125]

Yes well aware John wrote it but it’s another matter on how one sings it. He sang it perfectly.

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

That opening chord by George is pure jazz. What an amazing chord to open that song. George had an incredible feel for chords and that one is one if my favorites. If you ever listen to his song “Learning How To Love You” from his solo career, it’s such a great jazz song. Beautiful.

[@Amadeusthegreat100]

His voice is absolutely sublime on this tune.

[@doreybain]

I enjoyed the points you made about the creative craftmanship of these songs. Too many people dismiss these early songs. I'm listening to the Beatles early albums as if it's my first exposure to them. Good job.

[@iftikharkamaruddin1592]

I'm always lost for words trying to describe why I love the Beatles, the joy, excitement, fun they convey and most of all, their heart-string pulling melodies. But you, Crystal, have a way with words that uncannily describes why their music is so brilliant. Thank you for putting into words of why I love the Beatles so much. There are other first rate groups that I love: the Who, Beach Boys, etc, but the Beatles are in a class of their own.

[@michaelway7936]

Each and every one of your reviews makes these points clear: you do a superb breakdown of the songs and also how much John Lennon and George Harrison are sorely missed,thanks for reliving these classics

[@CrystalShannon4]

Thank you very very much and you are most certainly right, John Lennon and George Harrison can never be replaced. ❤️ So thankful for the beautiful music they left behind!

[@michaelway7936]

@@CrystalShannon4 Absolutely! Hopefully you can get a chance to react to their funny mockumentary- A Hard Day's Night to have some laughs and enjoy the music

[@pablovandyck]

Ringo's drumming is superb in Please Mr. Postman. A Mo Town hit in 1961.

[@SetInStoneNow]

The Beatles just take you away...they're so timeless.

[@rosswatson5996]

You give the best analysis on KZbin of music. Period!

[@CrystalShannon4]

WOW! That’s a huge compliment! I appreciate you very very much!

[@clintonmaffett8695]

So smart...and beautiful.

[@TTM9691]

PS: I NEVER noticed that the end of "Not A Second Time" has the same melody of "All I've Got To Do", and I've been listening to these songs for decades and decades, lol. Fantastic observation!

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

Crystal, I hope someday Paul and Ringo get to see your reactions because I know they will love you and your reactions. It’s fans like you that epitomize the best in us. 🙏

[@Dutchie_Gijs]

It's always good to see you again Crystal! I know you're going through a lot, but I do hope you're somewhat well. Never change!

[@Archipelington]

Love the in-depth analysis of each song. And don’t worry about the prolonged absence. The wait just make the video all the better when it comes along. 🙂

[@thoroakenshield7283]

In the song "Little Child," the "I'm so sad and lonely" line is George and Paul being the voice of the girl, and John responds with "baby take a chance with me." "Hold Me Tight," "It Won't Be Long," "Money (That's What I Want)" "All I've Got To Do," and "Not a Second Time" are my favorites on the record.

[@davidroberts4769]

The Beatles are absolutely the only band who's covers of other people's songs are even better than the originals

[@PeterBuwen]

I agree.

[@dennisberceles7387]

Yes, John beats Chuck Berry on "Rock n' Roll Music", and then he & Paul beat Buddy Holly on "Words of Love", George beats Carl Perkins on "Everybody's Trying to be My Baby" etc..

[@tinypurplefishesrunlaughin8052]

And sometimes a Beatles cover like “We can work it out “ can be performed by the young Stevie Wonder 60s era ( not the President garbage) but the single. That version would get approval by the Fab Four.

[@tjcint]

True.

[@patticrichton1135]

totally AGREE!!

[@slw59]

John's vocal on "Please Mr. Postman" is beyond the beyond.

[@CrystalShannon4]

exactly !

[@paulwalker9421]

Thank you !!People forget how long they were together before their fame.

[@bobbybrettel5422]

Just love the way you break down each song. Super job

[@CrystalShannon4]

I appreciate your sweet words! Thank you!

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

Yes. She and Rick Beato are the best at breaking down songs.

[@keymack2477]

Great to see you again, Crystal, and I hope the healing process is going along as best as it can. The upcoming holidays will certainly not make anything easier for you, but remember your Dad would want you to be happy and not have Christmas ruined by sad thoughts. Great job on the reactions - I always learn a ton about music after listening to you! I look forward to hearing what you think of the tracks on A Hard Day's Night, a film I saw with my parents and siblings as a very young boy!!

[@ScreamingMimeTheater]

I really enjoy your musical insight. The Beatles have made the world a much more magical place.

[@mibeatleman6767]

Love your videos, I've been a Beatle fan since 1976 and it makes me happy to hear newer generations love the Beatles' music. All the best. ❤

[@wolflarson6831]

You have such a killer ear for detail in music and are beautiful and fun to watch, cheers!

[@steelers6titles]

"Devil In Her (originally "His") Heart" was a hit for the now-forgotten Donays, a non-Motown girl group out of Michigan. George demonstrates his early vocal abilities. Song was featured in the Beatles' TV cartoon series.

[@ZrhioZ]

Glad to see you back! You're gorgeous btw 😍

[@pablovandyck]

You sparkle. I love your content.

[@CrystalShannon4]

You shine. I love your kindness. Thank you for being such a good friend to me! 💜

[@billybletsos4758]

Love your videos, Crystal. You're absolutely fantastic and make me feel so thrilled when I see you.

[@shemanic1]

you really make these reactions an enjoyable experience, your love & enthusiasm for the music along with your obvious musical talent & the artistic editing. Thank you.

[@kevinmonk8107]

Once again you killed it. I love this❤️

[@michaelbriefs9764]

That "Hold Me Tight" song is just so much fun! It is very reminiscent of the Girl-groups that the Beatles loved so much, like the Shirelles and The Ronettes, but from a boy's perspective. Also, you gotta like how they break the song down with the tribal drums, on those hot and saucy breaks! Paul is being a major flirt on those parts, haha! The Beatles were getting "Bratty" and cheeky with this one, that's for sure!

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

There’s an outtake of this on the Beatles Bootleg Recordings 1963 on Apple Music that’s very good, close to being final.

[@jokerswildio]

Nice job as usual I love the expressions on your face when you sync into the wonder of Beatles music. I love what you said about Ringo's voice and sense of urgency. We are going to stop what we are doing and listen. Ringo's vocal uniqueness is often overlooked when compared to the more suave tone of the others.

[@fewwiggle]

Wonderful to see and listen to you again -- btw, your voice is great -- please consider doing some Beatle's (or other) covers :-)

[@CrystalShannon4]

ahhh thank you thank you thank you! I appreciate you so much 💞

[@jwb932]

Another great job, Crystal! Your head bopping reminds me of Ringo's wife in the Get Back documentary. (Now there was a Beatles fan!) By the way, my wife lost her father some years ago on her birthday when he drowned. All I can say is that there will come a day when you think of your father and there will be a smile instead of tears.

[@ianforster7825]

How someone of your age who really gets the the best band ever and will always will be the best band ever is something really special. Great brake down 👏👏❤️👏👏xxx

[@wolflarson6831]

"It Won't Be Long" is one of my favorites of the early Beatles recordings, been listening to it since i was a kid in the 70's and i never noticed that unique "Yeah!" that you pointed out. You just changed the way I hear that song now. You are awesome.

[@Kieop]

Was that song blocked?

[@MrUnderdog-vn3zf]

I always love your well informed reactions. There's no doubt at all that your a true music lover. 😘🤗🎶🎵

[@robertbanden8117]

I always enjoy your analyses of the Beatles' songs. I know that I like the songs but you have a way of explaining exactly why the songs are so good. On 'Don't Bother Me', the additional percussion you hear is possibly the claves that were added. 'Not A Second Time' is probably the best song on the album; you really nailed that one in your reaction and comments. As a composition, it could sit comfortably alongside any of the songs on 'Rubber Soul'--an lp that wouldn't arrive until two years later in their development. Keep up the good work. By the way, I appreciate your sense of humor (such as the 'Chipmunks'-effect on your voice that pops up so unexpectantly during the video). It always makes me smile. Thank you for that.

[@kokomojoe6552]

Your analysis is Just the Best. Really enjoying this. 👍

[@CrystalShannon4]

Thank you so very very much! I am enjoying making these so much!

[@jnagarya519]

In "Don't Bother Me," note the changes in the bass lines from one verse to another. At the time, George said that this was his response to people asking him when he would write some songs.

[@michaelbriefs9764]

"Not a Second Time" is, in my opinion, a hugely under-rated song! It's so moody and angsty. Even as a young boy, when I first heard this song (thanks to my older siblings record collection) I knew it was a serious vibe and I was so captured by John's incredible voice! Plus, in later years, after I had been a musician for several years and knew more about music, I also saw that this song has a really nice Bass-line from Paul that carries the song perfectly. He has a little 16th-note riff that he does in the verse that is so choice! Ugh, such a great song! BTW, Robert Palmer did an excellent version of this song in 1980 and it was a single on that album, with a video and everything! You should check that out!

[@ghiaman65]

Agree completely - the only thing wrong with this song is it’s too short. Would have loved one or two more verses and choruses. Still one of my favorite Beatles songs.

[@michaelbriefs9764]

@@ghiaman65, I agree! I’d love to hear a modern, rocking version of it. I’d love to hear a band like the Foo Fighters remake it, to play it louder and bigger/longer! That would be awesome!

[@robertacuna1668]

Great reaction and commentary. And you have such a beautiful singing voice

[@amymills2413]

Excellent review of the songs as usual. All my loving is a great song

[@EddieReischl]

They never made a poor or even mediocre album. "Not a Second Time" was my favorite on this, it was the last song on the American LP, where I wish it was on the British LP, as it fades out so nicely. If played with a slower tempo, it sort of reminds me of DeBussy's "The Girl with the Flaxen Hair", the way the melody's notes step up and down.

[@bluepeng8895]

Yellow Submarine was pretty mediocre

[@PeterBuwen]

@@bluepeng8895 No way! 'Only a northern song' is a great but underrated Harrison song. I love 'Hey Bulldog' and 'It' all too much'. And 'All you need is Love' is an anthem.

[@docsavage8640]

Also not an actual studio album so try again

[@PeterBuwen]

@@docsavage8640 It was the tenth studio album with George Martin's soundtrack on the B-side an was released on january 17, 1969.

[@stevesteve1198]

They're a once in a lifetime band! You're such a beautiful young lady too thank you!

[@senseichess8688]

I have seen all your Beatles LP reviews and reactions crystal they are fun to watch...we have all grown up on them...your a very well spoken beautiful women

[@gergsar]

can't wait for you to do Revolver!

[@JedHead77]

Crystal, as you listen to these albums, I could picture you as a teenager in 1964, listening to them in your bedroom with your besties, with Beatles posters on the wall. 😉☺️

[@steelers6titles]

Philip Norman titled his excellent biography of the group Shout! (the band covered the song), but "Yeah" is the word most associated with the Fab Four.

[@billybletsos4758]

Amazing vid! The Beatles are the GREATEST band

[@jakek201]

Came to watch a Beatles reaction not fall in love!! Lookin fye 👍🏻👍🏻 love the vids

[@dougsusie2319]

Very nice analysis young lady and nice too see you in good spirits. The Beatles were the kings of covers, they were always better than the originals. First two on the record here Lennon's vocals are amazing, what a voice! Paul's "All My Loving" is an early Beatles classic. John kills it on the rythym guitar playing triplets, not real easy too do, he was a great rythym guitar player and George adds a wonderful rockabilly guitar solo. Do you realize how young they were on this album. John and Ringo were 23, Paul 21 and George 20. They were kids but very talented kids indeed. John again kills the vocals on "Please Mr Postman" what a cover with great harmonies by Paul and George. Love this song ! Again on "You've Really Got A Hold On Me" a Smokey Robinson song, John voice is incredible along with George. Another great one and when Smokey Robinson heard this he was flattered and said he was a little embarrassed of his performance of his own song. Love "Devil In Her Heart" also, another cover by George with great backing vocals by John and Paul. These guys worked out all of these harmonies out of their own heads, amazing ! Last "Money (that's what I want) a cover of Barrett Strongs 1959 song. Once again John tears up the vocals with great backing by Paul and George. Until next time, take care young one. ✌️☮️💕

[@joetamaccio9475]

Said it better than I could . These were my songs when I was 8 & 9 . And I like them even more now

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

Many of these songs were on the American album, “Meet The Beatles”, which my Mom had and passed down to me when I was 8. This was when I discovered The Beatles music and the first Beatles record I bought was “The Beatles Second Album” which led off with “Roll Over Beethoven”. Every time I listen to it, it takes me back to that day.

[@ChrisJohnsonChannel]

The first time i heard the Beatles was the magical mystery tour 8-track.. back in 1982 or 83 So I was like 10

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

@@ChrisJohnsonChannel “With The Beatles” has 1/2 the songs on “Meet The Beatles” and 1/2 the songs on “The Beatles Second Album”.

[@mrgmills70]

You look extra radiant here! And of course you are an endless joy to watch as you respond to the Fabs! Also, have you watched / when will you watch the Get Back documentary? I wonder if you're are going to wait until you soak in, process and celebrate their entire catalogue in some depth? Hmmm.

[@billshine401]

I think it was genius to react to the albums in the order you chose. Great review!

[@bobamaden]

Awesome reaction! Love to see you crystalizing (no pun intended... maybe) some of the same thoughts that I've had, or that I feel like I've had, or feel like I should have had on this album. (I'm pretty sure my early listens to "It Won't Be Long" included noticing that weird "yeah" as well! :)) Wait, did I miss the announced "least fav song"? When I saw that I wondered if your least favorite Beatles song was the same as mine ("I Wanna Be Your Man"). Whatever; I look forward to your next video, and especially to when you get to my favorite Beatles album - Revolver!

[@CrystalShannon4]

Thank you for your kind words and for making me laugh!! I really needed it today! I’m glad we can share similar view points! :) And I’m so sorry I didn’t really make it clear which song it was, that’s my bad… my least favorite song was Little Child unfortunately!

[@patticrichton1135]

@@CrystalShannon4 Oh that us sad, I LOVE "Little Child" because John's harmonica solo is KILLER. I have always loved harmonica's in songs, and they seem to have totally disappeared from today's music.

[@allanbober8441]

I'm a 68 year old man who has been a Beatles fan my whole life and I really appreciate your unique take on all the songs especially Roll Over Beethoven as you hit the nail on the on head with your analysis and could have been titled Move Over Chuck Berry

[@ChrisJohnsonChannel]

And remember these albums came out in the early sixties.. this band was the most popular band in THE WORLD at that time..

[@paulknight9998]

I think you need to record a couple of Beatles covers, Crystal. You sound really good.

[@patticrichton1135]

I LOVE "HOLD ME TIGHT" and "YOU REALLY GOT A HOLD ON ME" have done since 1964,

[@steelers6titles]

"I Wanna Be Your Man" was written for a London-based group signed to Decca just starting out, named for a Muddy Waters line--the Rolling Stones. A real flash in the pan, they didn't amount to much and quickly faded away LOL

[@williamkambeitz5801]

I've often heard arguments about which band was better, The Beatles or The Rolling Stones. The best answer is that the difference is the artistic qualities of each Beatle over each Rolling Stone. Individually, John, Paul, George, and Ringo can hold their end in vocals and harmonies. You seldom hear any other vocals other than Mick Jagger in Stones' recordings. Now, that's not to diminish the fact that the Stones tunes are real rockers. The Beatles were more experimental in sounds and techniques. Which band is better? I'm just happy we had both to listen to.

[@steelers6titles]

@@williamkambeitz5801 The Stones were better, technically, as musicians; Jagger and Richards, at their best, equalled Lennon, McCartney, and Harrison as songwriters. Mick was (still is?) rock's greatest frontman. The band's longevity speaks for itself. But the Beatles, after their impact as a cultural phenomenon, changed pop music from the inside.

[@williamkambeitz5801]

I disagree with your assessment that as musicians, the Stones were better. Throughout their careers, each Beatles album advanced the Pop music genre. They had positive affects on countless future musicians that continues to this day. Even though The Beatles, as a band, ended, the individual members continues to produce top selling records (McCartney and Starr.) Technically, the guitar work of the core group was better than Keith Richards. Ronnie Woods and Mick Taylor were better than Richards. And for that matter, so was Brian Jones. I'm not trying to throw dirt on Keith, he's an awesome player, but a better showman. While the Beatles put out a wider array of music, the Stones stuck to blues based rock. As a pure rock n roll performance, the Stones proved their longevity, but their live performances never matched their recordings. The Beatles quit live shows because the fans in were so loud, the couldn't hear themselves play. The early Stones albums tried to copy in some ways what the Beatles were doing. A lot of that was because both bands collaborated in the studio. We looked forward to each Beatles album just to hear what George was going to play. We, later, learned that Paul played many of those leads. Also, the Beatles could harmonize as all four took turns with the vocals. Jagger sang 99% of the Stones tunes. I could go on with the recording innovations of the Beatles, but it's difficult to separate them from the work of George Martin. I don't mean that I didn't like the Stones. They are a great band and great performances. But, the subject was who were technically better. Beatles by a long shot.

[@radiocity80]

Hey Crystal, if you ever want to hear what the Beatles sounded like in Hamburg, listen to the Live at The Star Club 1962 Bootleg here on KZbin. It's like listening to the Beatles going punk. Its the best early Beatles record to me hands down. Also, I would love to hear your reactions to John, Paul, and George's first solo albums.

[@RubenRodriguez-rw3ho]

"Till There Was You" recorded live for Queen Elizabeth was my favorite rendition of this song! Looking forward to A Hard Days Night if it's the next one!!

[@joetamaccio9475]

Till there was you is one of their best . I love it

[@alextakacs768]

Crystal you know i been in a similar situation 5 years ago when my Brother passed away very suddently just before Christmas in 2016!! A part of me died with him!! I cried for a long time could not accept it! Beatles are really great band/music to listen to anytime but even more when someone close to us dies.

[@stevesteve1198]

Wow listen to these songs they bring back so many memories and I have forgotten about the songs themselves! These songs are priceless and they sound so good even back then they're all really cool songs and not one sounds like the other. I grew up with the Beatles I think I'm pretty much a Beatle fan LOL 73 and still going

[@rddungan55]

Crystal did you watch the Get Back documentary on Disney + I thought about you while watching would love your thoughts on there writing process as a huge old Beatles fan love your videos

[@kennethrocheldecamargo]

If you haven't watched it already, please do. I promise you won't be disappointed. 🙂 And we're all sending positive thoughts your way.

[@CrystalShannon4]

I love you guys so much!! Thank you for the recommendation! I actually do not have Disney + BUT I will definitely try to get on it as soon as I have a chance 💓

[@pablomets]

The Get Back documentary is simply amazing!

[@ChrisJohnsonChannel]

Not my fav time period for them.. 63’ up to 68’ I like but the let it be sessions..don’t get me wrong the auburn was fantastic but the film just showed us all the ugliness of a( has been) band on the verge of break up.. I wish I’d never watched it 👎🏻

[@thomastimlin1724]

@@CrystalShannon4 I don;t have Disney either...I'll just wait for the DVD to come out or someone posts it somewhere.

[@darrenray1292]

I love, love ,love that someone your age digs The Beatles!! I'm watching you soak up each song like a sponge. The cool thing is, the more you listen to each song, the more layers you find. Back in 1964-1967 The Beatles were doing things musically, harmoniously and using chord progressions that no one had heard before... they were truly pioneers. They were "self taught" no musical training what so ever. Yeah, they did record many covers back then... "Mr. Postman" being one of my faves. But the thing that separates The Beatles from other bands.. then till present time, is that they were just 4 guys that wrote their own lyrics and played several instruments in their own recordings. Not many "artists" can

[@darrenray1292]

^^^ can write their own lyrics & musicians play instruments!! Take a 2nd 3rd or 4th listen to their catalog. You'll really appreciate their musicianship....why they have millions of fans.. and why their music will live on.. be appreciated and be examined for years to come!!😁❤❤

[@johnpjones182]

And what other band had 4 lead vocalists?

[@darrenray1292]

@@johnpjones182 well, the Beach Boys had 4 vocalists. But even Brian Wilson was extremely jealous of Sgt. Peppers... so much that he fell into depression...... Pet Sounds was great... but no comparison.

[@richwallner8833]

You have a deep understanding of this music

[@brandonflorida1092]

A long time ago, I heard a story about the second song, "All I've Got to Do." I'll try and remember it as best I can. One day at the end of a recording session, John said, "I've got something more." He reached into his pocket and pulled out some crumpled paper which was "All I've Got to Do." I may not get these numbers exactly right, but it was something like this. They recorded it in 14 takes of which 10 were false starts because the other Beatles had never heard it before. After that, it was never played in any concert or mentioned in any interview except once when the interviewer asked about it. This beautiful song was in their focus for just a few hours one day and then never again. Very few performers in history have had a level of talent such that masterpieces are common and no big deal.

[@docsavage8640]

A shame it's not true

[@brandonflorida1092]

@@docsavage8640 It is true. I got it from a Beatles biography, either Phillip Norman or Mark Lewisohn. Checking Wikipedia now, I see that my memory was right about the 14 takes, but that 8, not 10, were false starts.

[@richardfehlmann4593]

I love your reactions, I am very curious what you think about this album 😊

[@DevlinDomini]

I was 7 and an uncle gave me “The Beatles Second Album” ; so Roll Over Beethoven was the first Beatles song I ever listened to. Please Mr Postman really jumped out of the record player ( still love it ). That album ended with She Loves You, so after that, of course I immediately went back and listened again and again. “With The Beatles” was relatively unknown in America until the late 80’s, but glad to say my first experience of them included a lot of these songs.

[@quansue1480]

Very good review of with the Beatles good job

[@williamkambeitz5801]

loe your channel. Would like to see your analysis of the later albums that the Beatles members released as solos.

[@whichgodofthousandsmeansno5306]

On song 2 that driving rhythm guitar was John. He was actually proud of that. On song 1 with John singing that is the kind of music John loves. Old rock and roll, doo wop, Chuck Berry, Elvis etc. His later more trippy stuff is so loved and adored by many of his fans but in a 3 hour interview with Rolling Stone magazine after the breakup in 1970 he said he didn't listen to any of that style and still liked the old basic rock and roll he grew up with. So it got me thinking. The newer stuff was really good too but us fans would listen to it all the time and it became a part of our lives and we consider it important. But to John he threw them together in a day, recorded it and then never listened to it much after that. Makes me a little sad in a way that perhaps he died not knowing how much it meant to so many of us and he thought most of it was throw away rubbish. I don't know I guess it makes me feel a little guilty liking it so much and thinking John was writing it because he loved it too but claims he didn't at all. But then again with John you never really know and need to consider he was his own worst critic.

[@tomvenner6030]

First album I owned, my uncle, a country music guy didn't like it, gave it to me at age 6. Still have the vinyl to this day.

[@connors.8618]

Loving these reactions. Would love to see you react to one of the other great classic album runs - Prince’s discography between 78 and 88.

[@kwdmiller3]

I grew up hearing Meet the Beatles and The Beatles’ Second Album. I didn’t hear With the Beatles until it came out on CD in the US in 1987.

[@johannesvalterdivizzini1523]

"All My Loving" was the opening song on their epic Ed Sullivan Show broadcast on Feb. 9 1964. I watched it that night with all my family. It convinced my parents that they really had talent---they really liked it and Beatles music became acceptable in the house. I remember my mom saying "that' a really good song. And they're dressed so nicely" (she hated Elvis Presley)

[@charleskelly1887]

John's signature figure is to IV to iv, Paul signature figure is the relative minor with the tonic descending by half steps. You can find it in dozens of Paul's songs. Example is the opening riff for "Michelle."

[@carlosbuscatore]

Oh,GOD! you´re gorgeus!

[@jnagarya519]

"I Wanna Be Your Man" is a semi-cover: they wrote of for "The Rolling Stones," and it was the latter's first #1.

[@PeterBuwen]

BTW: I am 57 years old and during your reaction series on the Beatles - and even because of it - I bought a bass guitar and started to play. If it goes like the Beatles I could perform at the Hollywood Bowl stadium in front of 40000 people in 2029 at age 65. You are invited! ;-)

[@Oliba07]

Good work. You appreciate and understand quality music. You should pick a favourite track from each album.

[@mgonzales56]

Crystal, You are so funny and so cute. Stay strong and know that your followers are praying for you, that you are able to cope with your loss, and that your heart will soon heal, and you are able to really go on with your beautiful young life. Take it from this old geezer that has been around since John and Paul first met, it will get easier, then your memories of your Dad will bring nothing but happiness to your heart, and help you to carry on with a big beautiful smile on your face. Take care of yourself.

[@randyranson84]

You're great!

[@nicholasgordon2232]

I know you mentioned about delving into All things must pass with Harrison which is a fantastic album (can’t wait for that) . But Whenever you happen to get into their solo careers, I’d love to see your reaction to McCartney’s “Ram” (1971) album as well. Both fantastic in there own way.

[@ubscalzone]

Really enjoyed this.. great job.. till the next episode of “Beauty and the Beatles”

[@Goodall10]

Loving what you've been doing. Your enjoyment of the music is great to see. And I hope you start to feel better soon. I wish I could "Hold You Tight" and just give you a big hug.

[@theycallhimwoods]

Happy Birthday

[@cjmacq-vg8um]

this was the first album i ever heard. it belonged to my older brother and was eventually handed down to me by default. (we had the american version "meet the beatles.") its one of the few albums that can still transport me to special place and time. this album launched Bealtlemania throughout the world. "Help" and the shea stadium concert was the HEIGHT of beatlemania. after "Help" the beatles transitioned into a more "mature" and contemporary musical style. this album is just fantastic. their energy and enthusiasm is equaled only by their musical and singing talent. george's "roll over beethoven" is still one of the BEST chuck berry covers ever and "hold me tight" and "little child" are two very underrated lennon/mccartney songs. still don't like "til there was you" though. yuuuck! but the rest of the album is just kicks ass.

[@briandonovan1584]

On these early albums they played as band in the studio ... With only 1 hour per song. Amazing, yes but they were so well practiced at playing gigs that didn't hamper the moptops from Liverpool.

[@ChrisJohnsonChannel]

Crystal it would be super awsome if you sang a cover version of one of theses on piano 🎹 👍😃

[@dogstar7]

Check out Robert Palmer's rendition of 'Not A Second Time' from 1980. Palmer included a second verse written by Lennon but not originally used.

[@beatles123]

I'd love for you, now that you've seen Let It Be, to see the new "The Beatles: Get Back" Documentary by Peter Jackson on Disney+. It chronicals all the footage of them making it in the studio and gives AMAZING insight into their creative process that id LOVE to hear your thoughts on!

[@blingblao16]

Favorite album right here

[@CrystalShannon4]

Ahh I am so happy to hear that, you are actually the first person I have seen say this! I think With the Beatles is the most underrated amazing master piece

[@blingblao16]

@@CrystalShannon4 AND it was before they replaced James Paul 😉

[@blingblao16]

Agreed