11/21/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/21/2024 13:45
Starting November 22 and continuing into December, celebrate the all-new "Beatles '64" documentary and relive the electrifying moment of the band's first visit to America on The Beatles Channel (Ch. 18).
Tune in to The Beatles Channel for special programming and exclusive content spotlighting the exciting year when Beatlemania swept the U.S. for the first time, as seen in the all-new "Beatles '64" documentary (out November 29 on Disney+).
"Beatles '64" Specials - Broadcast Schedule
Listen to The Beatles Channel on satellite channel 18 at the times below, or stream the specials anytime with the SiriusXM app after their on-air premiere.
Fab Fourum
The Beatles Channel's weekly live talk show hosted by Dennis Elsas, Bill Flanagan, and Tom Frangione presents a very special edition this week as they welcome "Beatles '64" director David Tedeschi to celebrate the film's release.
Broadcast Schedule
Wednesday, November 27 | 9pm ET |
Saturday, November 30 | 7am ET |
Sunday, December 1 | 6pm ET |
Guest DJs Celebrate The Beatles' 1964 U.S. Albums
Celebrities from across the entertainment world share their favorite tracks from The Beatles' 1964 U.S. albums, newly reissued on mono vinyl LPs.
Broadcast Schedule
"Meet The Beatles!" | Friday, November 22 | 11am ET |
"Meet The Beatles!" | Wednesday, November 27 | 12am ET |
"The Beatles' Second Album" | Saturday, November 23 | 3pm ET |
"The Beatles' Second Album" | Tuesday, November 26 | 9pm ET |
"A Hard Day's Night (Original Motion Picture Sound Track)" | Friday, November 29 | 9pm ET |
"A Hard Day's Night (Original Motion Picture Sound Track)" | Saturday, November 30 | 3pm ET |
"Something New" | Thursday, November 28 | 1pm ET |
"Something New" | Sunday, December 1 | 11am ET |
"Beatles '65" | Sunday, November 24 | 10pm ET |
"Beatles '65" | Friday, November 29 | 11am ET |
"The Early Beatles" | Sunday, November 24 | 11am ET |
"The Early Beatles" | Wednesday, November 27 | 1pm ET |
1964 Magical Maxi Concert
The Beatles Channel invites you to relive the magic of 1964 with a fantasy concert featuring iconic live performances from that unforgettable year.
Broadcast Schedule
Thursday, November 28 | 4pm ET |
Saturday, November 30 | 2pm and 9pm ET |
Sunday, December 1 | 5pm ET |
The Beatles' 1964 "Ed Sullivan Show" Performances
The Beatles Channel presents the complete performances from The Beatles' three legendary February 1964 appearances on "The Ed Sullivan Show."
Broadcast Schedule
"The Ed Sullivan Show" - February 9, 1964 | Monday, November 25 | 3pm ET |
"The Ed Sullivan Show" - February 16, 1964 | Thursday, November 28 | 11am ET |
"The Ed Sullivan Show" - February 23, 1964 | Friday, November 29 | 1pm ET |
8 Songs A Week
Listeners have chosen their top eight Beatles songs from 1964. Don't miss this special countdown, hosted by Meg Griffin.
Broadcast Schedule
Friday, November 29 | 2pm ET |
Saturday, November 30 | 10am ET |
Sunday, December 1 | 3pm ET |
Monday, December 2 | 1pm ET |
Chris Carter 1964 Special: It Was 60 Years Ago Today
"Breakfast With The Beatles" host and Beatles expert Chris Carter takes you on a journey through The Beatles' year in 1964, from landing in America to making "A Hard Day's Night."
Broadcast Schedule
Friday, November 22 | 9pm ET |
Saturday, November 30 | 7pm ET |
Peter Asher: From Me To You
Peter Asher shares stories and plays songs from 1964 by The Beatles, Peter and Gordon, and more to celebrate the new movie.
Broadcast Schedule
Thursday, November 28 | 9pm ET |
Saturday, November 30 | 5pm ET |
Sunday, December 1 | 8am ET |
Tuesday, December 3 | 1pm ET |
Way Beyond Compare
Join Beatles expert Tom Frangione as he explores Fab Four alternate takes, live performances, and versions of Beatles recordings you've never heard before. This week, Tom features rare Beatle cuts from 1964.
Broadcast Schedule
Monday, November 25 | 2pm ET |
Tuesday, November 26 | 11pm ET |
Friday, November 29 | 4pm ET |
Sunday, December 1 | 10am ET |
Across The Universe
A weekly show dedicated to the life and music of John Lennon, hosted by Dennis Elsas. This week, Dennis features the Beatles songs that were on the Billboard charts the week of April 10, 1964, including the band's record-setting Top 5 sweep of Billboard's singles chart.
Broadcast Schedule
Tuesday, November 26 | 4pm ET |
Thursday, November 28 | 11pm ET |
Saturday, November 30 | 1pm ET |
Northern Songs
Bill Flanagan features Beatles songs from 1964 in honor of "Beatles '64."
Broadcast Schedule
Monday, November 25 | 11pm ET |
Friday, November 29 | 12am ET |
Sunday, December 1 | 6am ET |
About "Beatles '64"
"Beatles '64" is an all-new documentary from producer Martin Scorsese and director David Tedeschi that will stream exclusively on Disney+ beginning November 29. Featuring never-before-seen footage, "Beatles '64" captures the electrifying moment of the band's first visit to America and gives a rare glimpse into when The Beatles became the most influential and beloved band of all time.
On February 7, 1964, The Beatles arrived in New York City to unprecedented excitement and hysteria. From the instant they landed at Kennedy Airport, met by thousands of fans, Beatlemania swept New York and the entire country. Their thrilling debut performance on "The Ed Sullivan Show" captivated more than 73 million viewers, the most watched television event of its time. "Beatles '64" presents the spectacle but also tells a more intimate behind-the-scenes story, capturing the camaraderie of John, Paul, George, and Ringo as they experienced unimaginable fame.
New Vinyl Releases: "The Beatles: 1964 U.S. Albums In Mono"
Seven Beatles albums originally compiled for U.S. release between January 1964 and March 1965 are now available in a new mono vinyl box set, "The Beatles: 1964 U.S. Albums In Mono" (Apple Corps Ltd./Capitol/UMe).
The box set collects the seven albums - "Meet The Beatles!," "The Beatles' Second Album," "A Hard Day's Night (Original Motion Picture Sound Track)," "Something New," "The Beatles' Story (2LP)," "Beatles '65," and "The Early Beatles" - and all except "The Beatles' Story" are also available individually.
Order "The Beatles: 1964 U.S. Albums In Mono" box set and individual LPs here.