In 1973, three years after their split, The Beatles were the subject of the legendary ‘Red’ and ‘Blue’ albums, compiling the most iconic songs of their early and later periods. To salute those historic collections, MOJO is bringing together its finest writing on the group in two special deluxe ‘Red’ and ‘Blue’ volumes.
The Red Issue 1962-1966 tells the story of The Beatles’ extraordinary transformation from a struggling Liverpool beat group to the mop-topped superstars who sparked Beatlemania around the world, all the while elevating their songwriting and music to ever-more extravagant and mind-blowing heights. Illustrated with rare and classic photographs, the 132-page magazine includes the stories of their EMI Audition by Mark Lewisohn, Beatlemania by Jon Savage, Revolver by Barry Miles, Help! by Peter Doggett, and much more… As with the original compilation, The Red Issue comes in a special glossy gatefold sleeve to house The Blue Edition.
The Red Issue will be followed by The Blue Issue 1967-1970, on sale from June 30, 2018, which will chart the group’s adventures in psychedelia, political awakening, their last-ever concert and dramatic split. Packed with classic photographs and many more stories.
