Sage of Quay™ – Ofer Zeevy – Analysis: Beatle Albums vs Live Performances (Aug 2022)
61 out of 97 original songs were never played live; instead, cover tunes were played about 30% of the time, even up to their final performance.
Sage of Quay. Research Ofer Zeevy.
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The Beatles’ extensive catalog of original music, their impact on popular culture, and the influence they had on subsequent generations of musicians and artists are well-documented. Their success can be attributed to a combination of talent, creativity, hard work, and luck, rather than any sort of covert manipulation by military or intelligence agencies.
Cover songs have been a common practice among musicians throughout history, serving as a way for artists to pay homage to their influences, connect with audiences, and showcase their musical versatility. The fact that the Beatles included cover tunes in their live performances does not detract from their originality or authenticity as artists.