Finding The Fourth Beatle
Finding The Fourth Beatle
The is the story of The Beatles from 1956-1970 told through the 23 drummers, including Colin Hanton, Pete Best and Jimmie Nicol, and some you may not have heard of. The Beatles’ crises; changes of musical direction, getting a record deal, and finding the drummer who would put the beat into The Beatles: Ringo Starr, the Fourth Beatle.
The Book
With interviews and photographs, supported by evidence, read the story of The Beatles as told through the 23 drummers
The Film
A documentary feature film telling the story of Finding The Fourth Beatle. Details to follow
The CD Album
With 41 tracks, listen to the Decca Audition, EMI audition and tracks featuring as many of the drummers featured in the story
The Film
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Finding The Fourth Beatle
- The story of all the 23 drummers
- Those who could have joined The Beatles, but didn’t
- Expert analysis of the drummers by drummers
- Why Brian Epstein didn't sign the Beatles contract
- Why The Beatles failed the Decca audition
- Were The Beatles under contract at Parlophone in June 62?
- Why Pete Best was not sacked/dismissed by The Beatles or Brian
- Who was asked to replace Pete Best before Ringo
- Why Ringo became the Fourth Beatle and inspired a generation of drummers
FINDING THE FOURTH BEATLE
- Numbered/ Limited Edition Hardback with 2 CDs
- Standard edition Softback, Hardback and ebook
- Double CD
“Finding the Fourth Beatle manages to challenge what you thought you knew about Pete Best’s exit from, and Ringo Starr’s entry into, the group. Supported by evidence from an eyewitness who was closely involved in the saga, Bedford and Popper reveal that Best was not sacked/dismissed by either Epstein or The Beatles.” (Record Collector Magazine, February 2019)
“The must-read Beatles book of the year. A masterwork of rock ’n’ roll sleuthing and good old-fashioned research.” Kenneth Womack, author of Maximum Volume: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin (The Early Years, 1926-1966)
“Another Beatles book? Do we really need any more, you ask? Well, put simply, if it is as interesting and informative as this one - yes we do.” (Record Collector, February 2019)
“Once again, David Bedford and Garry Popper address a unique and relatively untouched angle in the Beatles story with characteristic style, using exhaustive and relevant research, unfettered objectivity and provoking insight.” Lou Longobardi, Beatles Fan
“Through meticulous research, skilled fact-finding and combined with dozens of interviews, David Bedford and Garry Popper take us through the entire history of The Beatles’ 23 drummers (yes, 23!). This book is incredible, fascinating and quite revelatory.” Eddie Deezen, Actor and huge Beatles Fan
“Thought you were tuned in to the Beatles drummer line-up changes all those years ago..? Impeccably researched and a highly entertaining narrative, this book should be on any thoughtful, dedicated Beatles fan book-shelf.” Paul J. Clinton, 35 years a dedicated fan
“A magnificent piece of research that will certainly appeal to even the most avid Beatles fan.” Gabriëlla van Karsbergen – Beatles International
