VH1 Classic To Air 9 Days of Beatles Programming Starting September 1 with Classic Beatles' Documentaries, Concerts, and Films
VH1 and VH1 Classic's Beatles Programming Marathons Support September 9 Debut of MTV Games' The Beatles(TM): Rock Band(TM)
NEW YORK, Aug. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- VH1 and VH1 Classic are kicking off a programming bonanza centered on one of the biggest-selling bands in pop culture history - The Beatles. The networks extensive and wide-ranging programming is airing in support of the highly anticipated launch of MTV Games' The Beatles(TM): Rock Band(TM) on September 9.
The 3-week-long programming block begins with the airing of "The Beatles Anthology," the comprehensive documentary series focused on the history of the "Fab Four." "The Beatles Anthology" simulcasts on VH1 and VH1 Classic on Wednesday, August 26, Wednesday, September 2, and Wednesday, September 9 at 9PM*. Then beginning Tuesday, September 1, VH1 Classic goes into full gear with "9 Days of Beatles" featuring classic Beatles' documentaries, concerts and films.
Footage from "The Beatles Anthology" documentary was compiled from interviews, studio sessions, films, and home videos, with production taking place over the course of five years. From their childhood in England to the band's eventual breakup, this in-depth documentary takes a look into the careers of four of the greatest musicians to grace the stage. Directed by Geoff Wonfor and Bob Smeaton, this Emmy-nominated film follows John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr around the world as they share their stories. Fans will have an opportunity to see and hear some of their favorite Beatles performances as well as rarely seen footage.
All You Need Is. . .. "9 Days of The Beatles" on VH1 Classic
In addition to the Anthology, VH1 Classic will be airing an unprecedented "9 Days of The Beatles" programming. Select programming is highlighted below. For a full schedule visit VH1Classic.com.
On Tuesday, September 1 at 8PM* "9 Days of The Beatles" kicks off with "The Beatles Retrospective" hosted by Mark Goodman. Take a stroll down memory lane as VH1 Classic takes you through The Beatles' catalogue of amazing videos with "She Loves You/I Wanna Hold Your Hand," "You're Gonna Lose That Girl," "Penny Lane," "Revolution," "When I'm 64," "I Am The Walrus" and "Hey Bulldog."
Following on Tuesday, September 1 at 9 PM*, VH1 Classic will premiere the classic Beatles movie "Help!" which showcases The Beatles in a plot that revolves around Ringo's possession of a sacrificial ring, which he cannot remove from his finger. Songs included in the film are "Help!" "Another Girl" and "Ticket to Ride."
"The Beatles Anthology 2" airs on Wednesday, September 2 at 9PM* and is simulcast on VH1. This anthology takes viewers through the harrowing tour of "Hard Day's Night" and into the frenzy of Beatlemania. From performances at Shea Stadium in New York City to receiving medals from the Queen at Buckingham Palace in London to meeting and hanging out with Elvis, the "Fab Four" are seen at the height of their fame. The anthology continues with behind-the-scenes footage of Rubber Soul and takes viewers through one of the group's most prolific albums, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. The documentary also follows the band through their classic "Strawberry Fields" and into the summer of love as Timothy Leary called his "avatars" to sing the Beatles' "All You Need Is Love" during the first world satellite television program.
"A Hard Day's Night" premieres on Thursday, September 3 at 9PM*. This Academy-Award nominated film offers fans a typical day in the life of a Beatle. Songs: "I'll Cry Instead," " A Hard Day's Night," " I Should've Known Better," "Can't Buy Me Love," "If I Fell," "And I Love Her," "I'm Happy Just to Dance with You," "Ringo's Theme (This Boy)," "Tell Me Why." "Don't Bother Me," "I Wanna Be Your Man," "All My Loving'" and "She Loves You."
"The Making of Sgt. Pepper" premieres on Friday, September 4 at 9PM*. This documentary celebrates the classic album, "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" and features outtakes and interviews from Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, George Martin, Brian Wilson, Phil Collins and more.
Later that evening, "Paul McCartney: St. Petersburg Live" premieres on Friday, September 4 at 11PM*. This special documentary story of Paul's historic visit to Russian 2003, marking the first time McCartney set foot on Russian soil. Songs include: "Hey Jude" "Yesterday" and "Let It Be," and "Back in the U.S.S.R."
On Saturday, September 5 at 11PM* VH1 Classic will air "John Lennon Live in NYC." In his last full-length concert, John Lennon delivers some classic performances of songs "Instant Karma," "Come Together" "Imagine" and "Give Peace a Chance" among others.
