by Jonathan and Julia Pretus
Musician and self-described Beatles fanatic Jonathan Pretus ranked the entire recorded catalog of the Beatles, because he's a big, big nerd. Then he decided to make a podcast to talk with other people and learn about their connection with The Beatles' music. Tune in as Jonathan and his guests, joined by his co-host/wife Julia (a more level-headed, casual fan) discuss the rankings, what they think makes each song so great (or not-so-great), and see if it really is a fool's errand to try and rank the music of the greatest band of all time.
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April 23, 2025
<p>One of the best things about the White Album is seeing so many different sides of each Beatle. To close out the first disc, we get a rare glimpse of the really vulnerable and sensitive John, a side we really haven't seen laid bare prior to this. It's a gorgeous track, lead by an almost hypnotic finger picking pattern, with a single note, bare lead vocal practically forcing you to listen to what he's singing about. Of course Julia was his mother, but is this just a song to/about her? I'd always thought so, until this conversation.</p><p>Joining us this week is the always wonderful Jude Southerland Kessler, the author of The John Lennon series. Jude always seems to know just how to blow our minds with her knowledge and telling of John's story, and this episode is no different. The newest book in the series, Volume 5.2, which is called Some Forever ,Shades of Life Pt 2 covers August of 1965-1966 and contrary to what we discuss in the episode, will be out around August of this year (darn printing delays!). These books are fantastic, we can't wait to dive it and suggest you do the same as well! Check it out at johnlennonseries.com.</p><p>What do you think about "Julia" at #74? Too high? Too low? Let us know in the comments on <a rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/rankingthebeatles.bsky.social" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">find us now on Bluesky!</a> Be sure to check out <a rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.rankingthebeatles.com</a> and grab a Rank Your Own Beatles poster, some of our new Revolver-themed merch, a shirt, a jumper, whatever you like! And if you're digging what we do, don't forget to <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rankingbeatles" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buy Us A Coffee</a>!</p>
March 27, 2025
<p>Ever seen an artist create a global smash hit from the moment of inception through each and every moment of rehearsal and refinement to recording, live premier, and continued real time performances 60 years later? With "Get Back," now you have. Pulling this out of the ether during the 1969 Twickenham sessions, this seedling turns into a fantastic performance by the lads, brought to its' full potential with assistance from Billy Preston. As it says in the ad for the single, it's "music to rollercoast to" and who are we to argue? </p><p>Joining us this week are Robert Rodriguez and Jerry Hammack. You may know Robert from his brilliant and long running podcast, Something About the Beatles and his books, and Jerry's the author of the Beatles Recording Reference Manuals, a fab 5 volume series documenting how each and every musical sausage was made by the band. They've joined forces now for Ribbons of Rust: The Beatles Recording History in Context. It's a fascinating deep dive into the recordings and the world, musical and otherwise, that informed them. Volume 1 is out now, covering 1954-1963, so there's A LOT more to look forward to! Grab a copy at <a href="RibbonsofRust.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">RibbonsofRust.com</a>! </p><p>What do you think about "Get Back" at #75? Too high? Too low? Let us know in the comments on <a href="">Facebook</a>, <a href="">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/rankingthebeatles.bsky.social">find us now on Bluesky!</a> Be sure to check out <a href="">www.rankingthebeatles.com</a> and grab a Rank Your Own Beatles poster, some of our new Revolver-themed merch, a shirt, a jumper, whatever you like! And if you're digging what we do, don't forget to <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rankingbeatles">Buy Us A Coffee</a>!</p>
February 20, 2025
<p>Maybe it's just me, but I've got a real sweet spot for when, in the midst of all the chaos of exploding into the world's biggest band and becoming the greatest songwriters alive, the Beatles blow off steam by pulling out a song from their garage band days. "Slow Down," written by New Orleanian Larry Williams (protege to Little Richard and Lloyd Price) was recorded during the sessions for the A Hard Day's Night album, when John's early rock and roll voice is arguably at it's peak. Those screams...good lawdy, indeed ! It feels carefree and joyous, they're not fretting over if this new song is going to be the next big hit, they're just hitting the release valve and letting go all that pressure, just playing rock and roll for the fun of it. I love those moments. </p><p>Bad news, folks: Julia's not with us today. Good news, folks: our podpals from Blotto Beatles are! We love any chance to catch up with our Blotto bros, and this time was no exception (well, except for Julia's absence). We talk about the trouble with Larrys, Beatle footware, covers, the Fest for Beatle Fans, and so much more! If you're not listening to Blotto Beatles, you should be, <a href="www.blottobeatles.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">so check it out</a>! </p><p>What do you think about "Slow Down" at #76? Too high? Too low? Let us know in the comments on <a href="">Facebook</a>, <a href="">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/rankingthebeatles.bsky.social">find us now on Bluesky!</a> Be sure to check out <a href="">www.rankingthebeatles.com</a> and grab a Rank Your Own Beatles poster, some of our new Revolver-themed merch, a shirt, a jumper, whatever you like! And if you're digging what we do, don't forget to <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rankingbeatles">Buy Us A Coffee</a>!</p>
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