Brian Epstein's Management Contract For Sale
15 Aug 2008: The Beatles' original management contract with Brian Epstein goes under the hammer this September and is expected to sell for a massive £250,000. It was originally signed by the boys in January 1962, with the fathers of Paul and George endorsing the document because their sons were under 21 at the... More »

Chris Blackwell Honoured At 2009 Music Week Awards
9 Apr 2009: Chris Blackwell has been named as the most influential figure in the last 50 years of the British music industry at the 2009 Music Week Awards. Credited with introducing the world to Bob Marley, U2 and Traffic, the Island Records founder was chosen over such luminary figures as Sir George Martin, Brian Epstein and Harvey... More »

It Was 40 Years Ago Today...
13 Feb 2002: Anniversary More »

New film made on life of Sid Bernstein
30 Oct 2009: Now 91, Sid Bernstein was in many ways the original concert promoter, bringing ‘British Invasion’ bands The Beatles and the Rolling Stones to America. ‘I called Brian Epstein at home,’ he recalls, ‘and tried to sell him on the idea of the Beatles coming over. He said, “America is not playing... More »

On this day, October 26th 1965....
26 Oct 2009: On this day, 1965, The Beatles caused a stir when appointed as Members of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBEs). Up until then the honour had typically been reserved for those who had served in the armed forces, or notable civic leaders. Nevertheless, the band received the awards... More »

The Cavern Club Celebrate 50 Years of The Beatles
9 Feb 2011: Fifty years ago today, 9th February 1961, The Beatles played their first gig at what is now one of the most famous clubs in the world, The Cavern Club in Liverpool, UK. It was a non-advertised début at a lunchtime slot and their fee was just £5 (which is approximately £85... More »