I was 10 and always preferred Paul in the Beatles, that is until they broke up and really then no contest, Wings and mul of kyntyre versus Imagine!! Then I realised John was for me and really always had been.
I preferred John in the 60s but then I was a boy. My sister preferred Paul, Mum liked George and Dad had a lot of time for Ringo. So we really fulfilled the intended appeal of the band as there was basically, a Beatle for every member of the traditional four-piece family: a tough, cheeky one, a wide-eyed eager-to-please one, a quiet, shy one and a down-to-earth one with a demanding physical job.
He may have considered them just knocked off for the session, but to me several of John's numbers from late 63-64 were always pure magic in their catchy structure and sound. Overshadowed by the bigger hits yet still amazing sounding pop songs. Mike, as always your breakdown brings to the surface the wonderful chord progressions. Thank You!
The Parlaphone version of "Hard Day's Night" album is so so so so strong strong strong, it's my 2nd favorite Beatles album!!! Thanks for teaching this one!
As usual, fantastic analysis & rendition of a classic Beatles tune Mike! Thanks so much for keeping their music alive & well. Hope that all is well! 👍👍
Another great job Mike on a lesser known Beatles classic. This would have been a top twenty song in that era if it had been released as a single in my opinion . Your sound alike was very good
So exciting to see "Hard Days Night" as a kid, Starr's drumming along with John & Paul's vocal drove this tune along, you add George's sweetening sprinkles, boom a knock out for me ! Cool upload MP ! ...
I remember talking with a college buddy about all-time favorite Beatles tracks and this is the one we both named- and close to the top for both of us, where it has always remained for me. Just a perfect two-minute slice of joy, and it swings. The MonaLisa Twins just uploaded a nice cover, live from the Cavern in Liverpool.
This song sounded nostalgic when it first came out. If you can use this particular chord progression but sort of disguise it (like they did by starting with the Em-A7) it usually means a successful record because there is something in the human psyche which likes the idea of major to minor. This is noted by Cole Porter in his song done superbly by Ella Fitzgerald - Every Time We Say Goodbye.
Never thought much of this song as a guitar player back in the sixties/seventies but as Beatles guitar player, your breakdown of how they played it means I will revisit the song, thanks to you Mike. Keep up the great work you are doing exploring the great music of George, John and Paul.
Excellent! Ringo's opening drum riff and George's accent chords make that song. The first song of the concert scene - my all time favorite 9 minutes in any movie! .
Mike, you look great! I enjoyed the "Sound-alike" as always, especially the vocals. Although these musical pieces are all excellent, I especially was drawn to the percussion part of this song more than usual. Your compositions sound alike but have a very unique quality of their own; I wish I could purchase a collection of them. Thank you Sir.
Thanks Mike. Love it I've added this to my live acoustic set. I end the song using the D6 chord. I never thought to do this song. Easily recognizable. Fun stuff.
Great thanks Mike, you are truly keeping the music of the Fab 4 alive for future and all generations, love it. Easy explanations as usually without bs, just meticulous easy to comprehend instructions, and the back ground tidbits are just marvelous. God Bless Keep a song in your heart!
I am a beginner (2 moths) and this is my favorite pre 66 Beatles song. You play it so effortlessly I don't know whether to be encouraged or discouraged realizing I am years from playing it as well as you. I am 75 years old and wanted a new challenge and guitar is proving to be just that.
Great as always Mike! I know this is about the guitars, but don’t forget the bass and drums - McCartney’s bass playing and Ringo’s drum part on this is a great example of how to glue it all together and make it swing like hell!
This one and happy just to dance and another girl are part of a a songwriting phase I hold dear. Your videos are well versed and the ultimate guide to recreating a sound of long ago. Glad It was the soundtrack of my teen years. Quick question, I have a 64 Casino beatle machine and wondering if a country gentleman of tenneessean would make my Beatle world any more enjoyable? thanks for all you do.
The last time I heard this song was when I saw the Hard Day’s Night when I was a kid, I always thought it was a super underrated song and I know I’m still asking this but a lesson on Helter Skelter, I Want You (She’s So Heavy) or Revolution would be awesome
Of course Tell Me Why can also be found on The Beatles Something New -- the U.S. release featuring songs from A Hard Days Night but doesn't have the song A Hard Days Night.
A great song considering it was just an album track, they had so many! Could you do I'm Down? Been listening to it in the car for the last few days, lots of great parts in that one! 🎸👍👍
Excellent as usual. You need to do a remake on I Should Of Known Better in your new detailed format. I know you have the older simple version, but you might as well add to your Hard Days Night collection in your detailed format. Maybe this time since it’s a simple song and besides the guitar lesson add the bass lesson. That song has quit a sophisticated bass line. Well it’s your call.
Very nice video. Did you hear the A major immediately before the final Em in the "middle 10"? Probably a mistake, one of the many, which only adds to the charm!
Thank Mike. What strings(gauge and type) do you like on the J160E? I have the Epiphone version and put on some D'Addario flat wounds but thought they were a bit to dull.
It's a shame they never played this song live. I've always liked it. I wonder why the original mix on this and quite a few of their early songs was so poor? Mixed for mono? Rushed to meet an album release date?
Hi Mike, good work and contribution to Beatles recording understanding. This time I ask to my self if there wasn't a piano or 12 string guitar. You do not mention both instruments, even in the film George is playing his Rick 360 12. Could it be possiblle that an over dubbing not clearly audible be present?
Eduardo - I ABSOLUTELY do mention the piano (in the backstory) doubling the bass guitar. Plus I notate that I did play the piano in the credits at the end of the lesson. PLEASE watch the video. There is NO 12 string guitar on the record. They are miming in the film so what they are 'pretending' to play on is irrelevant.
Every time I hear anyone talk about John double tracking his vocals reminds of Kurt Cobain .. when the producer would ask Kurt to Double Track his vocals Kurt would refuse because he hated the way his voice sounded.. the producer would always tell him “ John Lennon double tracked his vocals” 😂and Kurt would always say he’d do it after that 😂
