Beatles Sell 2.25 Million albums in 5 days

[epoy]

How do you explain this phenomenon? Discuss....

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090922/ap_ ... tles_sales

[Duncan]

How do you explain this phenomenon? Discuss....

My local supermarket has Revolver, Rubber Soul and Abbey Road in the top 10 CD sales. A friend of mine played the remastered version of Here Comes the Sun to me and it sound sensational.

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http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090922/ap_ ... tles_sales

[wednesday's child]

How do you explain this phenomenon? ....

They're, uhm... the Beatles?

[Behshad]

How do you explain this phenomenon? ....

They're, uhm... the Beatles?

Or simply the fact that crap sells no matter how old it is

[WalrusOct9]

I explain by saying a) it's the greatest music of all time, and b) old people apparently still buy CD's.


I'm waiting for the rumored vinyl set that's supposed to be coming out in the winter/spring. That's how the Beatles are supposed to be heard...

[Michigan Girl]

How do you explain this phenomenon? ....

They're, uhm... the Beatles?

You stole the thought right out of my head!!!

[Saint John]

How do you explain this phenomenon? ....

They're, uhm... the Beatles?

You stole the thought right out of my head!!!

I knew there had to be something in there!

[Since 78]

How do you explain this phenomenon? ....

They're, uhm... the Beatles?

You stole the thought right out of my head!!!

I knew there had to be something in there!

I am LMAO!!!

[Michigan Girl]

How do you explain this phenomenon? ....

They're, uhm... the Beatles?

You stole the thought right out of my head!!!

I knew there had to be something in there!

I am LMAO!!!

Yeah, yeah....I got a giggle out of that too!!!

[G.I.Jim]

Uhm... maybe it has 100% to do with the fact that they just released "The Beatles" edition of Rock Band. This is the ONLY reason I can think of that this old-ass band would be selling anything these days..

http://www.thebeatlesrockband.com/

[Rhiannon]

Good times for those with stakes in Sony/ATV, hmmm.

[Rick]

Wow, they did almost as good as Revelation.

[Triple S]

Uhm... maybe it has 100% to do with the fact that they just released "The Beatles" edition of Rock Band. This is the ONLY reason I can think of that this old-ass band would be selling anything these days..

http://www.thebeatlesrockband.com/

Exactly (but it happens to be a pretty fun game). I even got my 75 year old in-laws hooked - but I have to say if I hear Yellow Submarine one more time in my lifetime I will puke.

[artist4perry]

The Beatles..............Love em. Solo, together, they rule. Reason for the sales? DUH>>>>>>>>>>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmoERkjLUpg

[brywool]

Cuz they're the best fucking songwriters in history. Period. Their music is timeless. No other band can touch them. Period. The sales, literature, and media coverage dedicated to them bare that out. Nobody in entertainment ruled like these guys. It's a fact. Not Elvis, not Jackson, not The Boss, not the Stones, etc. Some may not like them, but without them, music would've taken a way different turn. Parents love em. Kids love em. It's as universal as one form of entertainment can be. Sure, there are those that hate them. Fine. But it's definitely on the tiny minority of things.

As for the new sales, the original CDs weren't mastered very well and peeps have been waiting for the remasters for a LONG time. I've got two (Help! and Revolver). I don't notice that much difference other than it's more compressed and the bass and drums are more to the fore. They SHOULD have put the mono and stereo on the same disc. That's my one gripe because there are some jewels in the mono stuff (Help! is a completely different vocal take than the stereo version and MUCH better, Paperback Writer's also got huge balls that the stereo one never had, etc.).

The Rockband thing looks cool. Do a search on Youtube for Beatles Opening Cinematic. It's really really cool and opens The Beatles Rockband. I have yet to get the game, not sure I will as I don't want all the drums, guitars and stuff around my house. I'm already tripping over a drumkit, 7 guitars, a PA, etc. I don't need more stuff.

I did just download a lot of the rockband tracks this evening. I know a lot of them have studio chatter and stuff. I'm a sucker for that kind of stuff.

Or, to put it as short as I can...

Because they rule.
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[Don]

Cuz they're the best fucking songwriters in history. Period. Their music is timeless. No other band can touch them. Period. The sales, literature, and media coverage dedicated to them bare that out. Nobody in entertainment ruled like these guys. It's a fact. Not Elvis, not Jackson, not The Boss, not the Stones, etc. Some may not like them, but without them, music would've taken a way different turn. Parents love em. Kids love em. It's as universal as one form of entertainment can be. Sure, there are those that hate them. Fine. But it's definitely on the tiny minority of things.

As for the new sales, the original CDs weren't mastered very well and peeps have been waiting for the remasters for a LONG time. I've got two (Help! and Revolver). I don't notice that much difference other than it's more compressed and the bass and drums are more to the fore. They SHOULD have put the mono and stereo on the same disc. That's my one gripe because there are some jewels in the mono stuff (Help! is a completely different vocal take than the stereo version and MUCH better, Paperback Writer's also got huge balls that the stereo one never had, etc.).

The Rockband thing looks cool. Do a search on Youtube for Beatles Opening Cinematic. It's really really cool and opens The Beatles Rockband. I have yet to get the game, not sure I will as I don't want all the drums, guitars and stuff around my house. I'm already tripping over a drumkit, 7 guitars, a PA, etc. I don't need more stuff.

I did just download a lot of the rockband tracks this evening. I know a lot of them have studio chatter and stuff. I'm a sucker for that kind of stuff.

Or, to put it as short as I can...

Because they rule.
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I don't care what everyone says about you Brywool, you're alright in my book.

Great 5 star Post.

[stevew2]

Cuz they're the best fucking songwriters in history. Period. Their music is timeless. No other band can touch them. Period. The sales, literature, and media coverage dedicated to them bare that out. Nobody in entertainment ruled like these guys. It's a fact. Not Elvis, not Jackson, not The Boss, not the Stones, etc. Some may not like them, but without them, music would've taken a way different turn. Parents love em. Kids love em. It's as universal as one form of entertainment can be. Sure, there are those that hate them. Fine. But it's definitely on the tiny minority of things.

As for the new sales, the original CDs weren't mastered very well and peeps have been waiting for the remasters for a LONG time. I've got two (Help! and Revolver). I don't notice that much difference other than it's more compressed and the bass and drums are more to the fore. They SHOULD have put the mono and stereo on the same disc. That's my one gripe because there are some jewels in the mono stuff (Help! is a completely different vocal take than the stereo version and MUCH better, Paperback Writer's also got huge balls that the stereo one never had, etc.).

The Rockband thing looks cool. Do a search on Youtube for Beatles Opening Cinematic. It's really really cool and opens The Beatles Rockband. I have yet to get the game, not sure I will as I don't want all the drums, guitars and stuff around my house. I'm already tripping over a drumkit, 7 guitars, a PA, etc. I don't need more stuff.

I did just download a lot of the rockband tracks this evening. I know a lot of them have studio chatter and stuff. I'm a sucker for that kind of stuff.

Or, to put it as short as I can...

Because they rule.
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Damn straight

[brywool]

In Tribute!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_RehdKSoT4

[Jeremey]

Cuz they're the best fucking songwriters in history. Period. Their music is timeless. No other band can touch them. Period. The sales, literature, and media coverage dedicated to them bare that out. Nobody in entertainment ruled like these guys. It's a fact. Not Elvis, not Jackson, not The Boss, not the Stones, etc. Some may not like them, but without them, music would've taken a way different turn. Parents love em. Kids love em. It's as universal as one form of entertainment can be. Sure, there are those that hate them. Fine. But it's definitely on the tiny minority of things.

As for the new sales, the original CDs weren't mastered very well and peeps have been waiting for the remasters for a LONG time. I've got two (Help! and Revolver). I don't notice that much difference other than it's more compressed and the bass and drums are more to the fore. They SHOULD have put the mono and stereo on the same disc. That's my one gripe because there are some jewels in the mono stuff (Help! is a completely different vocal take than the stereo version and MUCH better, Paperback Writer's also got huge balls that the stereo one never had, etc.).

The Rockband thing looks cool. Do a search on Youtube for Beatles Opening Cinematic. It's really really cool and opens The Beatles Rockband. I have yet to get the game, not sure I will as I don't want all the drums, guitars and stuff around my house. I'm already tripping over a drumkit, 7 guitars, a PA, etc. I don't need more stuff.

I did just download a lot of the rockband tracks this evening. I know a lot of them have studio chatter and stuff. I'm a sucker for that kind of stuff.

Or, to put it as short as I can...

Because they rule.
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Ding ding ding ding ding....

[Don]

Wasn't this thread upstairs?

[Blueskies]

I think Andrews playing.......

Mind Games
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVG2wrKQKtY

[brywool]

Um, yeah, I wouldn't willingly post in the Village people area....

[journeyrock]

Wow, they did almost as good as Revelation.

I was looking for this reference. And they didn't even have to tour!!!!!!!

[epoy]

Cuz they're the best fucking songwriters in history. Period. Their music is timeless. No other band can touch them. Period. The sales, literature, and media coverage dedicated to them bare that out. Nobody in entertainment ruled like these guys. It's a fact. Not Elvis, not Jackson, not The Boss, not the Stones, etc. Some may not like them, but without them, music would've taken a way different turn. Parents love em. Kids love em. It's as universal as one form of entertainment can be. Sure, there are those that hate them. Fine. But it's definitely on the tiny minority of things.

As for the new sales, the original CDs weren't mastered very well and peeps have been waiting for the remasters for a LONG time. I've got two (Help! and Revolver). I don't notice that much difference other than it's more compressed and the bass and drums are more to the fore. They SHOULD have put the mono and stereo on the same disc. That's my one gripe because there are some jewels in the mono stuff (Help! is a completely different vocal take than the stereo version and MUCH better, Paperback Writer's also got huge balls that the stereo one never had, etc.).

The Rockband thing looks cool. Do a search on Youtube for Beatles Opening Cinematic. It's really really cool and opens The Beatles Rockband. I have yet to get the game, not sure I will as I don't want all the drums, guitars and stuff around my house. I'm already tripping over a drumkit, 7 guitars, a PA, etc. I don't need more stuff.

I did just download a lot of the rockband tracks this evening. I know a lot of them have studio chatter and stuff. I'm a sucker for that kind of stuff.

Or, to put it as short as I can...

Because they rule.
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Way to go, Bry!!! I have all their work, including these remastered ones. I guess we dont need an explanation, do we? The answer has been and will always be, it's because they are 'The Beatles.' (case closed)

[Rockindeano]

Uhm... maybe it has 100% to do with the fact that they just released "The Beatles" edition of Rock Band. This is the ONLY reason I can think of that this old-ass band would be selling anything these days..

http://www.thebeatlesrockband.com/

"old assed band?" The greatest band ever, with only 2 living, still blow everyone away. Can't respect a band that has earned it?

Do you know why they disbanded Jim? They were so good live, and so popular, they couldn't be heard over the fucking crowd noise. That's amazing.

[Rockindeano]

It's a fact. Not Elvis, not Jackson, not The Boss, not the Stones, etc.

Hey fuck you man!



Beatles rule ass.

[artist4perry]

The Beatles were untouchable, and still are. Countless hits, countless unprecidented changes to music and the music feild. All four always setting the latest in trends and styles. And Paul Mc Cartney and Ringo still to this day are great performers. They could play as long as they want, they will always sell out arenas. Enough said.

[Saint John]

Do you know why they disbanded Jim? They were so good live, and so popular, they couldn't be heard over the fucking crowd noise. That's amazing.

That's total bullshit. While it's historically accurate that crowd noise was certainly incredible at their shows, it's also historically accurate that they never bothered to buy bigger amps. The Rolling Stones were decidedly better live. There's footage to prove the point. The Stones ruled rock n' roll's live setting for many, many years. The Beatles were nothing more than good/very good live.

And let's talk about influence. The Beatles always get named as the most influential band of all-time, but at the end of the day they were a generic "pop" band. The Stones were directly responsible for influencing The Yardbirds, The Who and The Kinks, because of their rock and blues roots.

Moreover, their producer George Martin was the secret behind their success. You think the 2 dopeheads, Lennon and McCartney, wrote all of the arrangements?!?! The vast majority of the modern instrumentation and arrangements came from Martin. Lennon and McCartney could produce a good/great melody, but it pretty much ended there.

[Rockindeano]

Submit yourself for drug testing asap.

Rigoddamnediculous post. Almost as ridiculous as your sig.

[Triple S]

Cuz they're the best fucking songwriters in history. Period. Their music is timeless. No other band can touch them. Period. The sales, literature, and media coverage dedicated to them bare that out. Nobody in entertainment ruled like these guys. It's a fact. Not Elvis, not Jackson, not The Boss, not the Stones, etc. Some may not like them, but without them, music would've taken a way different turn. Parents love em. Kids love em. It's as universal as one form of entertainment can be. Sure, there are those that hate them. Fine. But it's definitely on the tiny minority of things.

As for the new sales, the original CDs weren't mastered very well and peeps have been waiting for the remasters for a LONG time. I've got two (Help! and Revolver). I don't notice that much difference other than it's more compressed and the bass and drums are more to the fore. They SHOULD have put the mono and stereo on the same disc. That's my one gripe because there are some jewels in the mono stuff (Help! is a completely different vocal take than the stereo version and MUCH better, Paperback Writer's also got huge balls that the stereo one never had, etc.).

The Rockband thing looks cool. Do a search on Youtube for Beatles Opening Cinematic. It's really really cool and opens The Beatles Rockband. I have yet to get the game, not sure I will as I don't want all the drums, guitars and stuff around my house. I'm already tripping over a drumkit, 7 guitars, a PA, etc. I don't need more stuff.

I did just download a lot of the rockband tracks this evening. I know a lot of them have studio chatter and stuff. I'm a sucker for that kind of stuff.

Or, to put it as short as I can...

Because they rule.

It is cool! - get it!!! Instruments don't take up that much room - I have the Rock Band drums, 2 guitars and 2 more Guitar Hero guitars in my tiny little living room until we get our basement development finished. My only complaint is some of my favorite songs aren't included, but apparently they will be adding more downloadable content soon.