Brian Epstein Influence
The unfortunate and sudden death of Brian Epstein impacted the Beatles in numerous ways in their personal lives and career itself. Brian Epstein formulated the Beatles image and advised the Beatles on discussion topics and other elements to preserve this image. The passing of Epstein and other dynamic factors took part in the dissolution of the Beatles and ultimately influenced the Beatles music as well. At the outset, Brian Epstein managed the Beatles image and solidified this clean cut image of the Beatles. Epstein enforced a no swearing or spitting rule, in addition to the apparent “commercial obligation to avoid overt political comment” (Ingles, 117). For the duration of Epstein’s management, Epstein oversaw interviews to direct conversation away from political subject matter. The Beatles cooperated with the requests of Epstein but overtime developed feelings of discontent towards the circumstances. Predominately, John Lennon “frustration and resentment at the Beatles’ comment commercial obligation to overt
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political” (Ingles, 117). Furthermore, Lennon’s marriage dissolved with his wife, Cynthia Powell, as Lennon deserted her for Yoko Ono. Lennon’s newfound relationship with Yoko Ono accelerated Lennon’s politicization in numerous ways. In addition, Lennon and Ono exploited chief events in their relationship to further their political agenda. The Beatles, as a whole, also tried to influence their political messages in their music. However, “what the Beatles did say about the war was rather confusing, as the lyrics ranged endorsements and denials of violence as a legitimate tactic, veered between the merits of political and personal change, and failed to identify any specific ideological solution” (Ingles, 117). Their lack of ability to convey a clear message across in their music observantly was insufficient and did not strengthen or accentuate their political agenda. The Beatles performed amongst wild audiences who have welcomed and unwelcomed the Beatles.
Ultimately, the Beatles withdrew their participation in live performances and henceforth, “they were no longer able to rely on their participation in a demanding touring schedule to bind them together as colleagues; instead they became competitors” (Cantrell, Ingles, 118). In addition, the Beatles increased success during the course of the years and with that success, fans had developed favorites. This preferentialism led to an “increasing number of invitations and opportunities to engage in solo projects” (Ingles, 118). This individualism seeped into the music and momentarily the Beatles were unable to cooperate amongst another and their music started to individualize. This individualization was present due to “musical differences and rivalries” that were only amplified due to “the constant presence of Yoko Ono during the recording sessions” (Ingles,
119).
political” (Ingles, 117). Furthermore, Lennon’s marriage dissolved with his wife, Cynthia Powell, as Lennon deserted her for Yoko Ono. Lennon’s newfound relationship with Yoko Ono accelerated Lennon’s politicization in numerous ways. In addition, Lennon and Ono exploited chief events in their relationship to further their political agenda. The Beatles, as a whole, also tried to influence their political messages in their music. However, “what the Beatles did say about the war was rather confusing, as the lyrics ranged endorsements and denials of violence as a legitimate tactic, veered between the merits of political and personal change, and failed to identify any specific ideological solution” (Ingles, 117). Their lack of ability to convey a clear message across in their music observantly was insufficient and did not strengthen or accentuate their political agenda. The Beatles performed amongst wild audiences who have welcomed and unwelcomed the Beatles.
Ultimately, the Beatles withdrew their participation in live performances and henceforth, “they were no longer able to rely on their participation in a demanding touring schedule to bind them together as colleagues; instead they became competitors” (Cantrell, Ingles, 118). In addition, the Beatles increased success during the course of the years and with that success, fans had developed favorites. This preferentialism led to an “increasing number of invitations and opportunities to engage in solo projects” (Ingles, 118). This individualism seeped into the music and momentarily the Beatles were unable to cooperate amongst another and their music started to individualize. This individualization was present due to “musical differences and rivalries” that were only amplified due to “the constant presence of Yoko Ono during the recording sessions” (Ingles,
119).