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Chachi and David discuss the world of Beatles novelty music and memorabilia with special guest Terry Crain, author of 'Copywriting the Beatles.' The trio delves into the fascinating stories behind various Beatles novelty records from the 1960s, highlighting key tracks and their origins. They also touch on modern-day parodies and the extensive research behind Terry's multi-volume book. The conversation spans a range of topics, including Beatles merchandising, the significance of copyright in the music industry, and the unexpected careers of artists involved in Beatlemania. Topics 00:49 Record Store Day and Beatles Collectibles 01:26 Introducing Guest Terry Crain 02:29 The Journey of Beatles Merchandise 04:41 The Fascinating World of Beatles Copyrights 13:38 Novelty Songs and Beatles Memorabilia 29:40 Jump Up: A Musical Journey 29:48 Byron Lee's Silver Screen Moment 30:25 Ringo for President: A Beatles Fantasy 33:49 The Girl from Liverpool: A Beatles Novelty 36:45 Beatles Novelty Records: A Genre Explored 45:31 Weird Al and Beatles Parodies 47:53 Terry Crain's Beatles Insights 54:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts |