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WHO NEEDS THE BEATLES?

Ever since the Beatles made their first splash here in 1964, they’ve been credited with everything from saving rock ’n’ roll to inventing the ’60s. It’s doubtful a grand jury would buy it, but it’s a popular myth now approaching folklore.

April 1, 1983
Rick Johnson & J. Kordosh

Collage by Al Brandtner

WHO NEEDS THE BEATLES?

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