Fifty years ago, we were rushing home every day after school to watch
American Bandstand, hosted by Dick Clark. Chubby Checker inspired the world
with a new dance and number one tune, "The Twist". John F. Kennedy was President
of the United States, John Glenn became the first American to orbit the
earth and we were introduced to Mr. Bond. One-half of a century ago, I was in second grade with no stress or cares,
except to wonder if I'd have a part in the school Christmas play and if my
grades would meet my parents' expectations.
Every Sunday night, families across the U.S. gathered around their black
and white televisions at 8:00 pm to watch the Ed Sullivan Show. Little did we
know who Sullivan would introduce to audiences in the states one year later. In
England, John, Paul, George and Ringo were recording track after track of a new
sound that would revolutionize the music industry. The world would nickname
them "The Fab Four" before they even set foot on American soil.
October 5, 2012 marks the 50th anniversary of the release of "Love Me Do,"
The Beatles' first single. Written by Lennon and McCartney, it begins with that
signature harmonica lick. Maybe you'll dust off that old "Introducing the
Beatles" album, download the single to your iPhone or simply hear it playing in
your head.
Peace and love to all Beatles fans here, there and everywhere!
Celeste
