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1 Playlist Oct. 30th 2016 9AM

SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, DADDY'S GOING ON THE BOOZE. MOTHER USED TO CUT MY HAIR AND SISTER USED TO MAKE THE NEWS. WELL, IT WAS TWO ROOMS UP AND TWO ROOMS DOWN, WE WERE SENTENCED BY THE WRECKING CRANE. OH, I WAS BORN ON THE EVE OF HALLOWEEN AND SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO, SNOOKEROO'S MY NAME.

RiNGO – Snookeroo – Good Night Vienna `74

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John - Mr. Hyde's Gone (Don't Be Afraid) – HOME `79/

John - Scared – Walls & Bridges `74

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… nice if we play a Beatles eh?…see what kind of Halloween related we can come up with…

The Beatles – Devil In Her Heart (Richard Drapkin) - With / 3

Recorded July 18th 1963. Originally recorded by The Donays in 1962 as “Devil in HIS Heart as the group was made up of females…it never cracked the Top 40…but George dug it. Musicians: – double-tracked lead vocal, lead guitar; – harmony vocal, rhythm guitar; Paul McCartney – harmony vocal, bass guitar; – drums, maracas They did this in six takes. Lead vocal George US - Capitol LP The Beatles' Second Album

Paul – Run Devil Run– Run Devil Run `99

The Beatles – Baby’s In Black - Beatles For Sale Recorded August 11 1964 Written equally between John & Paul. It was a part of their live shows between 1964 in`66. Musicians: John Lennon – joint lead vocal, acoustic rhythm guitar; Paul McCartney – joint lead vocal, bass guitar; George Harrison – lead guitar; Ringo Starr – drums, tambourine This was written in a hotel bedroom. It was done in fourteen takes, but they spent another thirteen trying to perfect the opening guitar. This was the first time that they used a volume swell on tape, because George blagged a volume peddle lesson off of Colin Manley. You were supposed to play a note with the pedal up, and then bring it in with a gradual swelling effect. But I could never co-ordinate it, he said. So what we’d do is, I played the part, and John would kneel down in front of me and turn my guitar’s volume control. You can hear this effect at the beginning and end of the song. There was some predictable speculation that the baby in black was Astrid Kirchherr, mourning the death of Stuart Sutcliffe, but no one really knows Lead vocal John & Paul McCartney .5 / Lennon .5 US - Capitol LP Beatles '65

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The Beatles – I’m Looking Through You - Rubber Soul Recorded Nov. 1965 US version has 2 false starts. Written about Paul girl Jane Asher after she had gone off to Bristol on a theater tour. Musicians: Paul McCartney – double-tracked lead vocal, acoustic guitar, bass guitar, lead guitar (?); John Lennon – harmony vocal, acoustic guitar; George Harrison – lead guitar(?); Ringo Starr – drums, tambourine, Hammond organ This came about because Paul was annoyed about his missus moving to Bristol, and he said: I knew it was selfish. It caused a few rows. Jane went off and I said, ‘Okay then. Leave. I’ll find someone else. But it was shattering to be without her. He described the time in Many Years From Now: As is one’s wont in relationships, you will from time to time argue and not see eye to eye on things, and a couple of the songs around this period were that kind of thing. This one I particularly remember as me being disillusioned over her commitment. Lead vocal Paul McCartney 1.00 BOO! 5

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Back on this Halloween Eve Special This song has always been kinda scary …for obvious reasons.

The Beatles - Helter Skelter- The Beatles Recorded Sept. 9th 1968 Written after Paul read an interview w/ The Who’s Pete Townsend who was talking about a certain Who song that was supposed to be the loudest most 6

raucous rock song ever recorded. “So we decided to do the loudest, nastiest, sweatiest rock number that we could. That was “Helter Skelter “ Musicians: Paul McCartney – lead vocal, lead guitar, bass guitar; John Lennon – backing vocal, lead guitar, bass guitar, tenor sax; George Harrison – backing vocal, rhythm guitar; Ringo Starr – drums; Mal Evans – trumpet

The Beatles - (Harrison) - The Beatles Recorded Oct. 3rd 1968 Written about ’s sweet tooth for all kinds of candies…and again on a George white LP song John Lennon is nowhere to be found. Musicians: George Harrison – double-tracked lead vocal, lead guitar; Paul McCartney – bass guitar; Ringo Starr – drums, tambourine; Chris Thomas – organ, electric ; Art Ellefson, Danny Moss and Derek Collins – tenor saxes; Ronnie Ross, Harry Klein and Bernard George – baritone saxes

A little candy assessment from George Harrison which fits our Halloween theme…as CANDY is a big part of Halloween if yer a trick or treater…how many people will be knocking on doors tomorrow?

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Oh I know another Candy song we could play that Paul wrote with Elvis Costello….yeah? 7

Paul & Elvis – Declan MacManus – So Like Candy

George Harrison – Behind That Locked Door - ‘70 George wrote the song about ’s disappearance after his 1966 motorcycle accident, and his subsequent reappearance on British shores at the Isle of Wright concert Dylan performed with in August 1969.

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It’s our Halloween EVE show…and we just heard a song for all of you who will be knocking on doors tomorrow…. (read)

and you know what song I never play on our Halloween shows and it is pretty scary if ya think about it…. 8

The Beatles - Maxwell’s Silver Hammer - (Lennon-McCartney) Lead vocal: Paul Paul began work on “Maxwell’s Silver Hammer” in October 1968, which was too late for the song to be considered for the “White Album.” He introduced the still unfinished song to the band during the “” sessions, on January 3, 1969, and the band is seen running through it in the film “Let It Be.” The first proper recording took place at on July 9, 1969. The backing track features Paul on piano, George on Fender Bass VI (a six-string bass guitar) and Ringo on drums. Sixteen takes were recorded. Overdubs included John on his Gibson J-160E acoustic guitar and George on Telecaster. On July 10, Paul added his lead vocal, George Martin played Hammond organ and Paul, George and Ringo provided backing vocals. A proper blacksmith’s anvil, rented from a theatrical agency, was brought in for Ringo to hit with a hammer. More guitar and a new vocal were added on July 11, and the song was left until August 6, when Paul overdubbed a Moog synthesizer part.

The Beatles - Run For Your Life - Rubber Soul (Lennon-McCartney) Lead vocal: John 9

The first song completed when sessions for “Rubber Soul” began on October 12, 1965. John Lennon lifted the opening line (“I’d rather see you dead little girl than to be with another man”) from “Baby Let’s Play House,” popularized by Elvis Presley. On U.S. album: Rubber Soul - Capitol LP

QUIZ#1 – Which early 70’s RINGO 45 SLEVE featured a Frankenstein Monster ON IT’S COVER?

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A/RiNGO – Back Off Boogaloo – Single `72

WINNER HERE

RiNGO – Back Off Boogaloo – Single `72

The Beatles - I’ve Just Seen A Face - Help! (Lennon-McCartney) Lead vocal: Paul Written by Paul at the Asher family home on Wimpole Street. Paul had the tune prior to coming up with the lyrics and originally named the song “Auntie Gin’s Theme” because his aunt liked it. George Martin’s instrumental “Help!” album includes an orchestrated version of “I’ve Just Seen A Face” using the title “Auntie Gin’s Theme.” Recorded in six takes at the same June 14, 1965 McCartney-dominated session that produced “Yesterday” and “I’m Down.” One of only five Beatles songs Paul chose to perform live on his tour in 1976. On U.S. album: Rubber Soul - Capitol LP 10

The Beatles – Polythene Pam - Abbey Road Recorded July 25th w/ “She Came in Through The Bathroom Window “. The only Beatles song inspired by a woman in New Jersey who dressed in polythene (but not jack boots or kilts). Written in , demoed for the White LP. Lennon 1.00

The Beatles - I Am The Walrus - Magical Mystery Tour (EP) (Lennon-McCartney) Lead vocal: John The Beatles’ sixteenth single release for EMI’s Parlophone label. John Lennon pushed to have his “I Am The Walrus” as the A-side of the coupling with Paul’s “Hello, Goodbye,” but his song was deemed too unconventional and less commercial than Paul’s catchy tune. The title is inspired by the Walrus and the Carpenter from Lewis Carroll’s “Through The Looking Glass.” Lennon described his lyrics as purposely being Dylan-esque. In his 1980 Playboy interview he explained, “In those days I was writing obscurely, a la Dylan, never saying what you mean, but giving the impression of something.” The “I Am The Walrus” session is notable because it was the first Beatles recording session following the untimely death of their manager, Brian Epstein. Ironically, Epstein had stopped by the last time the Beatles were recording (for “Your Mother Should Know” at Chappell Recording Studios on August 23, 1967). He was found dead on August 27, aged just 32. All four Beatles met at Paul’s St. John’s Wood house on September 1 to discuss how they should proceed. Among other business matters, it was decided that they would press on with the “Magical Mystery Tour” project, temporarily postponing a planned visit to India to study Transcendental Meditation. The basic rhythm track was recorded in a six-hour session beginning at 7:00 p.m. on September 5, 1967. Sixteen takes were attempted, only five of them were 11

complete run-throughs. Starting the next day overdubs were added to create John Lennon’s textured masterpiece. Specifically, additional bass from Paul, more drums from Ringo and John’s memorable lead vocal on Sept. 6, and a 16-piece orchestra under the direction of George Martin, and 16 members of the Mike Sammes Singers, a large group of vocalists who did much session and television work, that brought the “Ho-ho-ho, hee- hee-hee, ha-ha-ha” section to life, in separate sessions on Sept. 27. Issued November 24, 1967 in the UK and November 27, 1967 in the U.S. On U.S. album: Magical Mystery Tour - Capitol LP

The Beatles - Hello Goodbye - Non-LP track (Lennon-McCartney) Lead vocal: Paul The Beatles’ sixteenth single release for EMI’s Parlophone label. Originally titled “Hello Hello,” Paul’s “Hello, Goodbye” was recorded during the sessions for the “Magical Mystery Tour” TV movie, but was intended for release as a stand-alone single to be issued two weeks before the “Magical Mystery Tour” EP, and would not be included in the film. Work began on October 2, 1967 with 14 takes of the rhythm track. Over the next month, the Beatles added overdubs to create the finished recording. Specifically, Paul’s lead vocal and John and George’s backing vocals on Oct. 19, outside musicians playing two violas on Oct. 20, Paul’s bass guitar on Oct. 25, and a second bass guitar line from Paul on Nov. 2. From the very first take the song included its unique reprise ending, which the group nicknamed, somewhat strangely, the “Maori finale.” Issued November 24, 1967 in the UK and November 27, 1967 in the U.S. On U.S. album: 12

Magical Mystery Tour - Capitol LP

Some songs were the Beatles wore costumes--- !

NEWS HERE w/ Ozzy doing cover at end (Too hot!)

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Bumper…. RiNGO – Devil Woman – RiNGO `73

QUIZ #2 HERE (I added em) 800-955-KLOS True or false is there a song called Frankenstein Meets the Beatles ?

Yer right!

Now we need to know who made the record?

PLAY-à Frankenstein Meets the Beatles 13

A/Dickie Goodman from Brooklyn King of the “break in “ records…

Take a break from Halloween theme…

BIRTHDAY’s ?????

The Beatles - Birthday - The Beatles (Lennon-McCartney) Lead vocal: Paul with John “Birthday” is a song written entirely by Paul McCartney in the studio on September 18, 1968, while he waited for the other Beatles to arrive. The session that afternoon was purposely scheduled to start two hours earlier than usual so the Beatles could take a break and walk to Paul’s home and watch “The Girl Can’t Help It,” the 1956 rock and roll film starring Jayne Mansfield and featuring the likes of Little Richard, Fats Domino, the Platters, Gene Vincent, and Eddie Cochran. The movie was having its British television premiere on the BBC that evening, and Paul lived around the corner from Abbey Road Studios, on Cavendish Avenue. The instrumental backing track included Paul on Epiphone Casino electric guitar, George Harrison on Fender Bass VI (a six-string bass guitar), John on Epiphone Casino electric guitar and Ringo on drums. By the 20th take the backing track was complete and the Beatles headed out to Paul’s house to watch the movie. When they returned to the studio they worked on overdubs. In addition to Paul’s scorching lead vocal, overdubs included piano, drums, lead guitar, bass guitar, tambourine (played by George with gloves on so he wouldn’t get blisters), handclaps, and backing vocals. While Paul is predominantly the lead vocalist, he is joined on occasion by John. The female voices heard on the “birthday” refrain in the middle eight belong to Pattie Harrison and Yoko Ono. 14

Wings – Let ‘Em In – Wings at the Speed of Sound ’76 Paul wanted to create a parade of people just outside his door. Brother Michael, and Auntie Gin – genuine relatives. While Brother John (Lennon) and Cousin Ernie (Ringo) were along with Phil and Don (Everly). The doorbell at the beginning of the song was courtesy of Wings member, , who purchased it for Paul and Linda. The song was another worldwide hit in the spring and summer of ’76.

George Harrison – Beware Of Darkness - All Things Must Pass ‘70 A stunning composition, this track shows a huge leap George had made with his song-writing (since “You Like Me Too Much,” five years earlier).

QUIZ #3 HERE Halloween costume related 15

Marvel Comic book villain is mentioned in which solo Beatle song?

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Wings – and Titanium Man – Venus and Mars ‘75 Inspired by reading Marvel Comic Books while in Jamaica, Paul commissioned to draw the three villains; Magneto, Titanium Man and Crimson Dynamo so that would be projected for the audience during live performances 16

The Beatles - I Don’t Want To Spoil The Costume Party - Beatles For Sale (Lennon-McCartney) Lead vocal: John and Paul Written primarily by John, who called it one of his favorites. Recorded in 19 takes (only five of which were complete run-throughs) on September 29, 1964. The B-side of the “Eight Days A Week” single in the U.S., issued February 15, 1965. On U.S. album

Beatles VI - Capitol LP

The Beatles - Mr. Moonlight - Beatles For Sale (Johnson) Lead vocal: John The Beatles first attempted to record this obscure B-side from early 1962 by Dr. Feelgood and the Interns, before leaving on their 1964 North American Tour, but didn’t make much progress. The initial takes featured a George Harrison guitar solo. When the group returned from their tour they revisited the song on October 18, 1964, and laid down takes 5-8. At the October takes George’s guitar solo was replaced by Paul on Hammond organ. Percussion was provided by George Harrison thumping on an old African drum and Ringo playing what Paul described as a “horned-shaped sort of conga drum.” On U.S. album: Beatles ‘65 - Capitol LP

George Harrison – Devil’s Radio - Cloud Nine ‘87 17

This track was inspired “by a saying on a placard at a little church” near where George’s son Dhani went to school. The placard stated “Gossip – the Devil’s radio – don’t be a broadcaster.” Musically, the track was inspired by the Eurythmics, a rare example of George bowing to a current musical trend. Elton John makes an appearance, as does Eric Clapton. That ‘s US!

The Beatles - The Long And Winding Road - Let It Be (Lennon-McCartney) While trick ort treating Lead vocal: Paul Paul’s lush ballad is most famous for the augmentations thrust upon it. McCartney was said to be angry about the heavy-handed inclusion of strings, brass and a choir to his otherwise sparse arrangement. Spector, famous for his “” production style, added 18 violins, four violas, four cellos, a harp, three trumpets, three trombones, two guitars, a choir of 14 female singers, and Ringo Starr re-recording a drum part. Paul’s classic ballad was recorded on January 26, 1969 with Paul on piano and lead vocal, John on bass, George on guitar and Ringo on drums.

Can ya tell I’m running out of Halloween themed sets? Reaching a bit…but still in the ballpark…

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John Lennon – Do The Oz - Anthology ‘98

John Lennon – Slippin’ And Slidin’ - Rock ‘n’ Roll ‘75 18

Another Little Richard track, this was slated to be the second single off the album, but was cancelled at the last minute. This is another track that could be found on “Roots,” and the two tracks are nearly identical (where other “Roots” tracks were different).

Paul McCartney – Party (Robinson) – Run Devil Run ‘99 First heard in Elvis's second film, Loving You, in 1957. Paul: "Whenever we used to try and get the words, we'd get stuck on the verse ... "Never kissed a bear, never kissed a goo!" We could never get it. At the end, that's me going 'I'm not giving up man'. It seemed like a good idea to end the album on that."

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Can we play SNOOKEROO again…it’s the EVE of Halloween…not to be confused w/ Halloween eve…

RiNGO – Snookeroo – Good Night Vienna `74

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Two Of Us & Goodbye (time permitting)