• EP013 - There's A Place

  • Sep 29 2024
  • Length: 27 mins
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EP013 - There's A Place

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  • In this episode of The Beatles: Note by Note, Peter and Kenyon dive into "There's a Place," a track from the Beatles' debut album Please Please Me. The hosts explore the song's introspective lyrics, drawing parallels between John Lennon's emotional depth and the influence of songs like "Somewhere" from West Side Story. They discuss the song's Motown-inspired origins and its thematic connection to early Beach Boys tracks like "In My Room," highlighting Lennon's ability to craft a mental escape through music. Peter and Kenyon also reflect on the track’s "psychedelic" undertones, suggesting it foreshadows the Beatles' later exploration of transcendental meditation and altered perceptions. The episode breaks down the harmonies, led by Paul McCartney, which add an ethereal quality, and the recording process at Abbey Road Studios, noting the use of harmonica and overdubs. The hosts debate whether this could be considered the Beatles' first psychedelic lyric, underscoring the song's experimental nature despite its placement on their first album.

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