Singles compiling standalone tracks with session insights, release particulars, and performance documentation. Find technical observations and historical details to support each recording. Singles include Side A and Side B tracks.
On January 11, 1963, The Beatles released their iconic single "Please Please Me," which sparked Beatlemania. The song, produced by George Martin, showcased a vibrant mix of call-and-response vocals and harmonica. It reached #1 in multiple UK charts and #3 in the US, marking The Beatles' rise as a global sensation.
The Beatles released their debut single, "Love Me Do," on October 5, 1962, featuring two Lennon-McCartney originals. It reached #17 on UK charts by December. The recording process involved three versions with different drummers, highlighting the band's evolving chemistry and Ringo Starr's growing role. The single marked the beginning of Beatlemania.