We're gearing up to unveil our newest gem, 'When We Was Fab: Inside the Beatles Australasian Tour 1964" by Greg Armstrong & Andy Neill.
Step back in time to the historic and hysterical visit of The Beatles to Australasia in 1964, a momentous occasion that continues to hold deep significance even six decades later. As we approach the 60th anniversary of this tour, 'When We Was Fab: Inside The Beatles Australasian Tour 1964' offers a captivating and highly illustrated account of this extraordinary chapter in music history. Greg & Andy have put countless hours into ensuring this was a rare book with many hidden gems within.
From previously unseen photographs to vivid storytelling, this book will immerse readers in the cultural explosion of the 1960s and the pivotal role played by The Beatles in shaping the youth culture of Australian and New Zealand. Celebrated as a major social landmark for both countries, this tour remains a highlight of The Beatles' remarkable career and a key moment in the coming of age of a generation. Join us on a journey through time as we explore the enduring legacy of this legendary tour and the impact it had on shaping the musical landscape of the era.
This captivating book has garnered an immense amount of publicity, with featured interviews on well known media outlets such as the Today Show, various radio shows, news articles by leading news platforms, and more. Join us as we delve into the behind-the-scenes stories of one of the most iconic musical tours in history.
Sydney Scoop:
https://sydneyscoop.com/arts-entertainment-features/the-beatles-in-australia-new-book-1964-2024/
Under The Radar:
https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/news/21494/The-Beatles-When-We-Was-Fab--Celebrating-60-Years-Since-Their-NZ-Tour-Book-Launch-Events.utr
ABC News:
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-11/beatles-australian-tour-1964-book-greg-armstrong/103944800
Today Show Interview::
60 years of Beatlemania in Australia | It has been 60 years since The Beatles touched down in Australia for their first and ONLY tour Down Under! šš¶ #9Today | WATCH LIVE 5.30am | By TODAYFacebook | Facebook
The Australian Musician:
https://australianmusician.com.au/features/andy-neill-greg-armstrong-interview-when-we-was-fab-inside-the-beatles-australasian-tour-1964/
The Guardian:
https://www.theguardian.com/music/article/2024/jun/11/when-the-beatles-came-to-australia-letters-to-the-editor-were-apoplectic-about-their-hair
The Australian:
https://www.theaustralian.com.au/subscribe/news/1/?sourceCode=TAWEB_WRE170_a_GGL&dest=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theaustralian.com.au%2Farts%2Fmusic%2Fwhen-we-was-fab-revisits-the-beatles-australian-tour-60-years-on%2Fnews-story%2F33e13da61dc9a7f40b2fb82b7b5a6f54&memtype=anonymous&mode=premium&v21=GROUPA-Segment-1-NOSCORE&V21spcbehaviour=append
To purchase your copy of this highly anticipated book, click the link below:
https://www.woodslanepress.com.au/products/9781922800688
We would love to hear your thoughts on the book once it arrives, be sure to tag @woodslanepress on Instagram with theĀ hashtags #woodslanepress #whenwewasfab
āItās being here now thatās important. Thereās no past and thereās no future. Time is a very misleading thing. All there is ever, is the now.ā ā George Harrison
Photo credit:
The Daily Telegraph
https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/its-been-50-years-today-since-the-beatles-touched-down-in-sydney/image-gallery/4820d55a2c2ae2255b77cdb65e46a1d3?page=3
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