– “It was 20 years ago, today…”It was actually 50 years ago. The 50th anniversary of, what many call, “The Release of,” was June 2, 2017. “the greatest rock album of all-time”– “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.”
The Beatles eighth studio album spent 27 weeks at number one in the U.K. charts, and 15 weeks at number 1 in the U.S.
Billy Shears and his gang were once again at the top of the charts this summer with a no. As one of the year’s best-selling albums, it was no. Many people can recall exactly where they were when they first heard the song on the album during Summer of Love.
You might think it’s a good idea to pick up an old 8-track tape or turntable, especially when Pink Floyd, Michael Jackson and David Bowie are also at the top of this year’s charts.
However, unlike other great music talents, the Beatles are a force for change, and this is not just for children.
Meet Buzz, Walter and Jay.
Josh Wakely’s Beat Bugs animated series for children features songs famously performed by The Beatles.
The Netflix hit centers on the adventures of five best friends. They are charming, funny and childlike bugs that explore their suburban backyard and learn life lessons.
Each episode features a song from The Beatles that is reimagined and sung in an innocent and child-friendly way by one of the characters (or guest stars) such as Pink (“Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds”Sia (“Blackbird”), Aloe Blacc (“Rain”), The Shins (“The Word”Jennifer Hudson (“I’ll Follow the Sun”(
Beat Bugs introduces a new generation of fans to the music and lyrics of the most iconic band in rock history.
Groovy.
Target has created a line ofBeat bugs interactive merchandise to celebrate Netflix’s success.
Many products come with the musicality of a show.
The Beat Bugs Hijinx Alive, which magically sing along to the show on Netflix or the app to the Musical Submarine, that plays excerpts of, (you guessed that) “Yellow Submarine”Sing Along Microphone, and many other features.
Beat Bugs books, backpacks and even the backpack can play music!
Buy Beat Bugs http://beatbugs.toys/.
Fans “Across the Universe”The products and show received a similar reaction from the audience.
Actor, comedian, and television host”The Late Late Show with James Corden”), and singer James Corden lends his voice to “I’m a Loser”Beat Bugs. During the recording session, he said, “My son is four years old and I can’t wait for him to watch this.”
“I would be amazed if he didn’t just start to fall in love with these songs.”
Relax, take a deep breath, and enjoy some time with your grandkids or children. They will be amazed that you know the lyrics to all the songs.
In fifty years, they will still be with you when they hear your name for the first time. “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,”Or any other Beatles song.
Righteous.