Why Paul McCartney Knew ‘Sgt. Pepper’ Movie Would Never WorkWhy Paul McCartney Knew ‘Sgt. Pepper’ Movie Would Never WorkFormer Beatle says any attempt to visualize the album would clash with fans' own imaginations. Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
45 Years Ago: The ‘Sgt. Pepper’s’ Movie Derails Two Careers45 Years Ago: The ‘Sgt. Pepper’s’ Movie Derails Two CareersPeter Frampton and Bee Gees had reached mega-stardom status. Then Robert Stigwood had a bright idea.Dave SwansonDave Swanson
Did the Beatles’ ‘Sgt. Pepper’ Help Spawn Gangsta Rap?Did the Beatles’ ‘Sgt. Pepper’ Help Spawn Gangsta Rap?That's the claim made in a newly discovered interview with former N.W.A manager Jerry Heller.Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
The Beatles Start Sessions for a Masterpiece With ‘Strawberry Fields Forever': The Story Behind Every ‘Sgt. Pepper’ SongThe Beatles Start Sessions for a Masterpiece With ‘Strawberry Fields Forever': The Story Behind Every ‘Sgt. Pepper’ SongIt sounded like nothing else in their catalog at the time, not even from the groundbreaking 'Revolver.'Michael GallucciMichael Gallucci
The Day the Beatles Shot the ‘Sgt. Pepper’ Cover PhotoThe Day the Beatles Shot the ‘Sgt. Pepper’ Cover PhotoAt the time, it was one of the most expensive ever created. Bryan WawzenekBryan Wawzenek
The Cover ArtThe Cover ArtThis intricate collage of movie stars, artists, writers and deep thinkers begs the question: “Who are all these people?”Ultimate Classic Rock StaffUltimate Classic Rock Staff
'Penny Lane''Penny Lane'A decision to give up touring in 1966 gave the band unprecedented time to spend experimenting in the studio.Dave LiftonDave Lifton