This week on our Beatles podcast, we cover “Baby’s in Black”, not just a normal track on Beatles for Sale. It’s a doorway. Peter and Kenyon step through it and bring listeners along, mixing storytime with close listening and a lot of spirited back-and-forth. They trace a line from early Hamburg nights and an art-school circle to a song that feels old and new at the same time, then dig into why that mood fits this moment in the album. You’ll hear them puzzle out who carries the tune when two voices move as one, why this waltz feel hits differently, and how a few studio choices shaped what we now hear. If you like episodes where the conversation changes how the song lands, this one’s for you. Come for the harmonies, stay for the way longing and loss thread through the whole thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Baby's In Black - Lecture Series 72 (bonus)
In this session on “Baby’s in Black,” Kenyon treats the song as both language and architecture. The lesson begins with the title and first line, tracing how color words shape meaning and mood, then tests competing readings of grief, longing, and the implied triangle in the lyric. From there, we map the form into three functional sections, compare the blended vocal lines to ask where the “main” melody actually lives, and situate the waltz-like feel within compound meter. Harmony is handled as design rather than trivia, highlighting the familiar movement of the outer sections and the brief middle turn that refreshes the tonal space without leaving home. We also profile the arrangement choice that makes this recording singular: the bent-and-slid guitar figures that frame the track and color the solo. Throughout, the aim is precision: how phrasing, interval choice, and form combine to make a small song carry big emotional weight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I'm A Loser - Episode 71 with Abigail Devoe
This week on our Beatles podcast, we dive into “I’m a Loser” with Kenyon, Peter, and special guest Abby Devoe. The trio explores how the song feels and what it does. They frame “I’m a Loser” as a bold statement in peak Beatlemania, talk about how vulnerability reads as power, and trace the way the track announces a new voice in John’s writing. Abby brings her fashion and culture lens, then jumps into a playful “Beatles à la mode” tour of early looks, tailoring, and boots, connecting style to sound and attitude. You’ll hear how the hosts set the table with just enough songwriting and recording context to ground the chat, then pivot to impressions, performance choices, and why that opening hits like a headline. Come for the laughs, stay for the perspective shift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I'm A Loser - Lecture Series 71 (bonus)
What happens when a Beatles song stares straight at the word “loser”? In this lecture, Kenyon takes the title seriously and follows the lyric to ask whether Lennon means simple heartbreak or a jab at his own image. Kenyon reads the verses closely, noting the high-school-diary metaphors, the mask that slips, and that striking question, “Is it for her or myself that I cry?” He highlights the sudden drop to a surprisingly low note as a storytelling move, then looks at the chorus as a plain confession that doubles as advice when the song turns to the listener at the end. Rather than technical analysis, Kenyon focuses on feel, pacing, and vocal shape, including how the arrangement hands the solo spotlight from harmonica to guitar to underline the mood. The episode places “I’m a Loser” inside Lennon’s early tug of war between pop polish and raw self-portrait, showing why this simple song hints at deeper honesty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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No Reply - Episode 70 with Skylar Moody
This week on our Beatles podcast, we bring on Skylar Moody and use “No Reply” to tell a bigger story. First, we map how new fans discover the band today, then tap Skylar’s front-row view of online fandom, the good, the bad, and the very human. We follow the song’s path from Tahiti spark to a confused “demo” on Anthology, weigh a theory about who kept time on that tape, and zoom into the finished track’s arrangement choices, overdubs, and piano accents. We place the opener on Beatles for Sale in context, ask what “deep cut” really means, and test that album’s “burnout” reputation against what we actually hear. Everyone goes out on a limb and gives a rating for their impression and close with a story about Tommy Quickly and the wider NEMS stable. No matter what you feel about the song, you're bound to find something interesting here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join former bandmates and lifelong friends Peter and Kenyon as they dive deep into the legendary discography of The Beatles in "The Beatles: Note by Note." With decades of friendship and a shared passion for music, these lifelong Beatles fans meticulously analyze each Beatles song in chronological order of release. Blending historical context with personal anecdotes and technical insights, Peter and Kenyon's discussions are enriched by their background as musicians. From their humble beginnings to their rise as music icons, explore how The Beatles' songs were crafted, recorded, and how they transformed the music industry. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to The Beatles' music, "The Beatles: Note by Note" offers a comprehensive and definitive journey through the catalog of one of the greatest bands of all time. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking an in-depth, authoritative exploration of The Beatles' musical legacy.For more information, visit https://www.notebynoteseries.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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